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Executive Chef

United Kingdom, Horsham 60000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted January 29, 2026
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Are you a dynamic and innovative culinary leader ready to take charge of a large and complex food service operations? We’re looking for an Executive Chef to lead our culinary vision, drive exceptional food quality, and inspire a high‑performing a kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Executive Chef who thrives in a fast‑paced, multi‑outlet environment and is committed to delivering excellence. As our Executive Chef, you will take overall ownership of food production across several outlets. Your influence will shape menu innovation, operational performance, client satisfaction, and the professional growth of your team. You’ll ensure the consistent delivery of high‑quality dishes, lead VIP and exclusive functions, and raise the bar in health, safety, and operational excellence.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop, innovate, and approve menus
  • Oversee VIP events and exclusive functions
  • Ensure food quality standards are achieved consistently across all operations
  • Lead a strong health & safety culture across all kitchens
  • Achieve food production, labour, and GP targets
  • Drive continuous improvement as part of the contract leadership team
  • Recruit, train, and develop the culinary team, ensuring strong succession planning
  • Support apprenticeship programmes
  • Oversee food purchasing, stock control, and cost management
  • Perform additional duties as reasonably requested
  • Champion and maintain high health‑and‑safety standards at all times

Requirements

  • Expert culinary skills
  • Proven experience in a Head Chef or Executive Chef role
  • Strong, influential leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate
  • Solid business management capability within a kitchen environment
  • NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent
  • Level 3 / Intermediate Food Hygiene qualification
  • Completion of One Compass Welcome Induction and on‑site training required

Nice to have

  • NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent
  • Level 3 / Intermediate Food Hygiene qualification

What we offer

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
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