Corporate Executive Chef - Multi-Location Leadership

Vakko L'Atelier; Fatih; On-site; TRY 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Vakko Gıda seeks an experienced Coordinator Chef to lead the culinary organization across Türkiye locations. You will guide Executive Chefs, set culinary standards, drive menu strategy and oversee new store openings with a strong focus on profitability and sustainability.

The role requires extensive leadership experience, strategic thinking and the ability to collaborate with central and field teams to deliver high-quality dining experiences across the chain.

Qualifications

• 15–20+ years of professional culinary experience.
• 6–8 years in senior culinary leadership roles (Coordinator Chef / Culinary Director).
• Experience leading multi-location kitchen operations and large-scale culinary teams.
• Proven ability to develop and evaluate Executive Chefs and senior kitchen staff.
• Experience with menu strategy, recipe standardization, and food costing.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic direction for kitchen operations across Vakko Gıda locations.
• Lead Executive Chefs and drive performance development.
• Ensure consistent product quality, recipe standards and portions across all sites.
• Oversee cost control: food, labor, inventory and waste management.
• Lead new store openings: kitchen design, procurement, and setup.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance and HR for alignment and reporting.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu strategy

Food safety & quality

Cost management

Operational excellence

Staff development & coaching

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Gastronomy or Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Vakko Gıda seeks an experienced Coordinator Chef to lead the culinary organization across Türkiye locations. You will guide Executive Chefs, set culinary standards, drive menu strategy and oversee new store openings with a strong focus on profitability and sustainability.

The role requires extensive leadership experience, strategic thinking and the ability to collaborate with central and field teams to deliver high-quality dining experiences across the chain.