Executive Head Chef

Xpress Recruitment; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in corporate hospitality is seeking an Executive Head Chef to lead a transformation in dining experiences. This role offers a competitive salary, involvement in innovation, and opportunities for professional growth within a global brand. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in high-end catering, demonstrate strong leadership qualities, and possess a passion for sustainability.

Benefits

First Line Manager Bonus Scheme

Pension Plan (opt-in)

Opportunities for visibility and career growth

Qualifications

• Proven success as an Executive Chef in high-end catering or luxury hotels.
• Experience managing VIP hospitality and high-quality dining experiences.
• Strong financial management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary excellence across all services including dining and hospitality.
• Collaborate with culinary and marketing leaders.
• Manage food and labour budgets while ensuring compliance with food safety.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Leadership

Financial acumen

Food innovation

Mentoring

Sustainable practices

Job description

Executive Head Chef
Location: Edinburgh Park, EH12
Salary: £50,000+ per annum + FLM Bonus Scheme + Pension
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (7:30am–4:00pm) + occasional events

A Rare Culinary Leadership Opportunity with Impact and Innovation

Are you an ambitious, creative, and hands-on Executive Chef with a passion for innovation, sustainability, and providing exceptional service? This is your chance to lead the transformation of one of Scotland’s most exciting corporate hospitality spaces.

This role is at the heart of a groundbreaking 10-year transformation investment—redefining corporate dining through bold new concepts and ideas.

Your Role: Lead, Inspire, Transform

As Executive Head Chef, you’ll:

• Spearhead culinary excellence across all services including employee dining, private dining, and hospitality
• Collaborate with UK culinary and marketing leaders to deliver memorable food moments
• Be the key ambassador the business in food innovation and guest experience
• Take full ownership of food and labour budgets, margins, cost control, and supply chain relationships
• Drive employee engagement through mentoring, training, and professional development
• Support sustainability and modern dietary practices, ensuring compliance with food safety and legislation

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven success as an Executive Chef in high-end contract catering, premium restaurants, or luxury hotels
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership style and a genuine love of food and people
• Strong financial acumen—capable of managing budgets, margins, and cost-efficiencies
• Experience managing VIP hospitality and creating high-quality, bespoke dining experiences
• A track record of inspiring, mentoring, and upskilling culinary teams
• Up-to-date knowledge of allergens, calorie legislation, and sustainable food practices

The Package:

• Competitive base salary (£50k+ negotiable)
• Inclusion in the annual First Line Manager Bonus Scheme
• Pension Plan (opt-in)
• Monday to Friday hours with occasional event support
• Huge opportunity for visibility, recognition, and career growth within a global brand

Apply now or send an up to date CV to Andrew at to learn more about this unique opportunity.

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