Executive Chef — Lead Italian Kitchens & Teams

Eataly; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium dining establishment in Greater London seeks an experienced Executive Chef to oversee the operations of their busy kitchen teams across multiple restaurants. You will lead a staff of 60 chefs and ensure exceptional culinary quality while managing budgets and collaborating with leadership teams. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years in the kitchen, 5 of which should be in management. The position offers healthcare benefits, 28 days holiday, employee discounts, and internal career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare including optical + dental

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Income protection & life assurance

Free meal on shift

20% employee discount

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of chef experience, including 5+ years of management experience.
• Extensive experience leading a large team including 60 chefs.
• Experience with authentic Italian cuisine and knowledge of the UK marketplace.
• Strong business acumen in costing and budgeting.
• Availability for a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Directs back‑of‑house strategy to maximise profitability and quality.
• Leads a team of senior chefs across multiple outlets.
• Works with HR to build a talent pipeline through development.
• Develops recipes and menus focused on Italian authenticity.
• Collaborates with store leadership to create a seamless experience.

Skills

Chef experience

Team leadership

Budget management

Relationship-building skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Italian

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

A premium dining establishment in Greater London seeks an experienced Executive Chef to oversee the operations of their busy kitchen teams across multiple restaurants. You will lead a staff of 60 chefs and ensure exceptional culinary quality while managing budgets and collaborating with leadership teams. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years in the kitchen, 5 of which should be in management. The position offers healthcare benefits, 28 days holiday, employee discounts, and internal career progression opportunities.