Executive Chef

Select Appointments; Halesworth; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious culinary establishment in Suffolk is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for large-scale events. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record in fine dining and a passion for high-quality produce. This role offers a competitive salary of £70,000, live-in accommodation, and creative freedom in a beautiful rural setting.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

Creative autonomy

Exciting role in a beautiful rural setting

Qualifications

• Proven track record as Executive or Head Chef in large-scale fine dining.
• Experience managing multiple sites and high-performing teams.
• Passion for seasonal, quality produce and creative menu development.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across corporate events, grand weddings, and outdoor feasts.
• Deliver unforgettable dining experiences using outstanding local ingredients.
• Play a key role in wider business operations.

Skills

Proven track record as Executive or Head Chef in large-scale fine dining

Experience managing multiple sites and high-performing teams

Passion for seasonal, quality produce and creative menu development

Strong commercial acumen – cost control, P&L management

Confidence with IT systems and kitchen technology

Ability to scale from intimate dinners to major events

Job description

Overview

Executive Chef – Stunning Suffolk Estate

£70,000 | 45 hours per week | Live-in accommodation available

Exceptional opportunity for a talented Executive Chef to showcase the finest Suffolk produce in the heart of the countryside.

The Role

We’re looking for someone to lead our client’s culinary operations across corporate events, grand weddings, and outdoor feasts.

You'll have creative freedom to deliver unforgettable dining experiences using outstanding local ingredients, while playing a key role in their wider business operations.

You'll Have

• Proven track record as Executive or Head Chef in large-scale fine dining
• Experience managing multiple sites and high-performing teams
• Passion for seasonal, quality produce and creative menu development
• Strong commercial acumen – cost control, P&L management, and efficiency
• Confidence with IT systems and kitchen technology
• The ability to scale from intimate dinners to major events

What's On Offer

• £70,000 per annum
• Live-in accommodation (short distance from venue – own transport essential)
• Creative autonomy with premium produce
• A varied, exciting role in a beautiful rural setting

Ready to make your mark in one of Suffolk's most stunning locations?

If you're a talented Executive/Head Chef with experience in large-scale fine dining then we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with Stew at Select Recruitment for more information, or apply now.