Regional Executive Chef - Milan | Bespoke Menus

Thomas Franks; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Franks is seeking a Regional Executive Chef to join our Milan team. You will lead culinary operations across multiple locations, ensuring exceptional service and consistent food standards.

The ideal candidate has executive-level experience in contract catering or school sectors, with strong leadership, cost control and menu innovation. A right-to-work in Italy and compliance with hygiene policies are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in B&I contract catering or Independent School sector at Executive Head Chef/Executive Chef Manager/Development Chef level.
• Strong leadership, client relations and financial understanding.
• Ability to design seasonal menus with regional suppliers and ensure quality.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Support mobilisations at new sites and locations.
• Troubleshoot at locations needing additional support.
• Deliver high-level hospitality and events for clients.
• Create bespoke seasonal menus from regional suppliers.
• Complete food costings and assist with cost control.
• Manage company bookwork and administrative duties.
• Ensure food standards are met and wastage is minimised.
• Adhere to Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies and allergen procedures.

Skills

Food quality

Customer service

Client relationships

Team leadership

Food innovation

Attention to detail

Financial understanding

Job description

Thomas Franks is seeking a Regional Executive Chef to join our Milan team. You will lead culinary operations across multiple locations, ensuring exceptional service and consistent food standards.

The ideal candidate has executive-level experience in contract catering or school sectors, with strong leadership, cost control and menu innovation. A right-to-work in Italy and compliance with hygiene policies are required.