Excutive Chef manager

Executive Chef Manager - Independent EducationCentral LondonUp to 55,000 per annumMonday to Friday | 7:00am-3:30pm Are you an experienced Executive Chef or Chef Manager who wants to lead a high-quality, fresh-food operation in a prestigious independent school? We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity in Central London, offering an experienced chef the chance to take ownership of a high-spec kitchen and deliver outstanding food across the daily catering service, hospitality and special events. This is far more than a traditional school catering position. The successful candidate will lead a professional kitchen team, create fresh and seasonal menus, and deliver food with the quality and presentation expected within a premium environment.The package - Salary of up to 55,000 per annum- Monday to Friday- Predominantly 7:00am-3:30pm- 40 hours per week- 52-week contract with 5.6 weeks' holiday- Free meals while on duty- Training and career-development opportunities- Access to funded culinary qualifications- Retail discount scheme- Monthly team incentivesThe role - Take full responsibility for the day-to-day catering operation- Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team- Produce high-quality food using fresh and seasonal ingredients- Plan creative and balanced menus- Oversee ordering, stock management, food costs and budgets- Maintain excellent standards of food safety, allergens and compliance- Build a strong working relationship with the school and key stakeholders- Plan and deliver parent functions, hospitality, banquets and special events- Ensure every service runs smoothly and professionally- Maintain consistently high standards of food presentationThe ideal candidate - An experienced Executive Chef, Head Chef or Chef Manager- A strong fresh-food background- Experience within independent education, premium contract catering, hotels, restaurants or events- Confident leading and developing a professional kitchen team- Commercially aware, with experience managing stock, budgets and food costs- Highly organised and comfortable managing multiple services and events- A confident communicator who can build excellent client relationships- Hands-on, proactive and passionate about food quality Some evening or weekend flexibility will be required for school functions and special events. The recruitment process will include an interview, kitchen visit and practical trade test. If you are passionate about fresh food and want to lead an impressive independent-school catering operation, I would love to speak with you. Contact Jay Pindolia at Talent Hive: 07345