Executive Chef - Education

COREcruitment; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-volume education venue in South-East England seeks an Executive Chef to lead a brigade of 40+ chefs. This role offers a premium salary of £55,000 – £60,000 per annum with no late nights, generous leave, and a secure pension plan. The ideal candidate should possess significant experience in managing large culinary teams, operational expertise in banqueting and fine dining, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in a diverse dining environment.

Benefits

Premium Salary

Secure 52-week contract

Paid Overtime

Generous Leave

Pension Plan

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing large culinary teams (20+ chefs) in high-volume environments.
• Strong background in banqueting, fine dining, and multi-outlet food service.
• Ability to deliver elevated cuisine while maintaining consistency at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead a brigade of 40+ chefs in a high-volume education venue.
• Set standards and drive creativity across a diverse site.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Expertise

Creativity

Job description

Overview

We’re recruiting an Executive Chef for an incredible, high-volume education venue in South-East England. This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of a large, multi-outlet operation offering everything from banqueting and fine dining to café service and high-capacity events. You’ll be leading and motivating a brigade of 40+ chefs, setting the standards and driving creativity across a busy, diverse site. We’re looking for an Executive Chef with a strong head for operations and fresh ideas for retail, banqueting, and the wider food offer.

Executive Benefits

• Premium Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum
• Work-Life Balance: Secure 52-week contract with a stable 40-hour week
• No Late Nights: Enjoy evenings off with family and friends
• Paid Overtime: Additional pay available for large-scale and special events
• Generous Leave: 28 days of paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension Plan: Secure future with contributory pension scheme
• Wellbeing Support: Access to Virtual GP programme and other benefits
• Variety & Scale: Lead multiple outlets across a flagship, high-volume education site

Executive Chef Requirements

• Proven Leadership: Significant experience managing large culinary teams (20+ chefs) in high-volume environments.
• Operational Expertise: Strong background in banqueting, fine dining, and multi-outlet food service.
• Creativity & Standards: Ability to deliver elevated cuisine while maintaining consistency at scale.
• Commitment: Solid employment history with evidence of dedication and longevity in previous roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com