Executive Chef

Copper House; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Copper House seeks a Divisional Executive Chef to oversee food development across 70 pubs in London. This hands-on role requires expertise in British cuisine, strong leadership, and a track record in team development. The position offers £45,000 per annum, a training pathway, and extensive benefits, including a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Access to Career Pathway

26 days holiday

Generous Company Pension Scheme

20% discount at Young’s Pubs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in an Executive or Senior Head Chef role.
• Extensive knowledge of British seasonal produce and food trends.
• Proven track record in a premium pub environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop food offers for approximately 70 pubs.
• Lead teams in a compliant environment and enhance their skills.
• Inspire teams through engagements like roadshows and development projects.

Skills

Team development

Communication

Menu development

Kitchen H&S

Job description

Divisional Executive Chef – Field based - Up to 45k plus travel expenses & bonus

Responsibilities of our Divisional Executive Chef:

Reporting to the Director of Food and aligned with one of our Operations Directors, you will be responsible for developing the food offer throughout your division of approximately 70 pubs. You will take a hands-on approach to influencing teams on new menus that achieve and exceed sales & profit growth targets in a safe & compliant environment.

You’ll be the ambassador for people development, ensuring our team is aware of the chef career pathway to support a team that is fully trained and supported to excel in their roles, with a keen eye for future vacancies.

The Executive Chef will also lead standards across the division, inspiring our teams through annual roadshows, trips, and CAPEX development projects.

About us:

Young’s Pubs and Rooms are at the heart of local communities in London and the South of England. With over 280 establishments, our award-winning design emphasizes excellence in ambiance, service, and location. From historic poetic pubs to underground cocktail bars, each venue has a unique character.

Our food is freshly prepared in-house, influenced by British seasons. We focus on fantastic premium pub food with menus tailored to each venue, following Young’s food strategy and business plans.

What we are looking for in our Divisional Executive Chef:

• Extensive knowledge of British seasonal produce, food trends, and best-in-class premium pub food across various establishments
• Minimum 3 years experience in an Executive or Senior Head Chef role
• Ability to demonstrate team development and succession planning
• Ability to inspire a team and communicate clearly and confidently
• Proven track record of managing and developing a food offer, ideally in a premium pub environment
• Full understanding of stock management and recipe creation in a compliant kitchen environment
• Sound knowledge and awareness of kitchen H&S

What We Offer Our Divisional Executive Chef:

• Access to our Career Pathway and training courses
• £45,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 26 days holiday per year
• Generous Company Pension Scheme
• 20% discount in all Young’s Pubs and Pubs with Rooms