Executive Chef — Global, High-Volume Culinary Leader

Impactribe Ltd; Fatih; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Impactribe Ltd is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead a high-volume corporate dining program, taking ownership of a newly built kitchen and delivering a premium, globally-inspired menu for 350+ meals daily.

You will manage a 10-person kitchen team, drive seasonal menus, ensure stringent food safety standards, and partner with stakeholders to create a memorable workplace food experience across breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior kitchen leadership experience, P&L ownership, and leading diverse teams.
• Proven experience managing high-volume food operations.
• Strong background in global or multi-cuisine environments and menu development.
• Demonstrated ownership of P&L for a food operation of meaningful scale.
• Experience leading and developing diverse kitchen teams.
• Food Safety & Hygiene certification (minimum Level 3 equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with HACCP implementation.
• Strong understanding of local food safety regulations in Turkey (ISO 22000 is a plus).
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and service
• Define and execute a global rotating menu strategy, delivering diverse and engaging culinary experiences
• Design seasonal, ingredient-driven menus using high-quality, locally sourced products where possible
• Embed dietary inclusivity into all offerings, including vegan, vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free options
• Oversee and enforce the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance
• Implement and manage HACCP processes and food safety systems
• Own food cost control, inventory management, supplier relationships, and ordering processes
• Drive initiatives around sustainability, waste reduction, and responsible sourcing
• Recruit, lead, and develop a team of 10 kitchen professionals, including scheduling and performance management
• Plan and execute 2-3 major company events annually, alongside ongoing internal catering needs
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure food remains a core part of the workplace experience

Skills

P&L ownership

Leadership

High-volume operations

Menu development

Team leadership

Food safety

HACCP implementation

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Impactribe Ltd is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead a high-volume corporate dining program, taking ownership of a newly built kitchen and delivering a premium, globally-inspired menu for 350+ meals daily.

You will manage a 10-person kitchen team, drive seasonal menus, ensure stringent food safety standards, and partner with stakeholders to create a memorable workplace food experience across breakfast, lunch, and dinner.