Executive Chef: High-Volume Staff Dining - Canary Wharf

Compass Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality services provider in Canary Wharf seeks an experienced Executive Chef to oversee a high-volume staff dining operation. This role focuses on delivering quality food consistently for up to 1,700 covers daily and leading a team of chefs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in kitchen leadership, menu planning, and staff development, with a passion for fresh cuisine. Benefits include a free gym, pension scheme, career growth opportunities, and exclusive discounts.

Benefits

Free on-site gym

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Organised, structured, and calm under pressure.
• Passion for fresh, well-executed food.

Responsibilities

• Overall leadership of the kitchen operation.
• Menu planning and delivery for high-volume service.
• Consistent food quality across breakfast and lunch.
• Cost control, stock management, and GP.
• Training, mentoring, and developing the chef team.
• Ensuring food safety, H&S, and compliance standards.
• Liaising with senior site stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Food quality control

Menu planning

Cost control

Training and mentoring

Job description

A leading hospitality services provider in Canary Wharf seeks an experienced Executive Chef to oversee a high-volume staff dining operation. This role focuses on delivering quality food consistently for up to 1,700 covers daily and leading a team of chefs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in kitchen leadership, menu planning, and staff development, with a passion for fresh cuisine. Benefits include a free gym, pension scheme, career growth opportunities, and exclusive discounts.