CareerPlan

Executive Head Chef

Richmond, England, gbFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead a dedicated kitchen team to deliver seasonal menus for modern staff dining and bespoke menus for high-end hospitality, private events, and VIP receptions.

Role type

Executive Head Chef (dual-focus: staff catering & fine-dining events)

Builds

Seasonal staff dining menus and bespoke event menus for executive dining and VIP functions

Domain

Hospitality & Catering (UK)

Required skills

Menu design and implementation, kitchen team management, food cost control, health & safety compliance, leadership, financial acumen

Preferred skills

Sustainability focus, trend awareness, experience in high-volume multi-outlet environments

Technologies

HACCP, Level 3 Food Safety certification

Responsibilities

Design and implement creative menus, manage and inspire a brigade of chefs, maintain food quality and consistency, collaborate with front-of-house and events teams, monitor food costs and profitability, uphold health and safety standards

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC