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United Kingdom , Woking

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Hospitality and Tourism

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

62000.00 GBP / Year
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Executive Chef – High-End Contract Catering (Hospitality & Staff Dining) £62,000 + Overtime We are seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to lead a dynamic, high-volume operation spanning both staff dining and premium hospitality. Following a significant uplift in production earlier this year, the kitchen continues to evolve with increased output, a growing team, and an expanding hospitality offer. You will oversee a large and varied culinary operation, managing both staff dining and hospitality delivery. You will act as the key culinary lead and point of contact, working closely with other departments on a day-to-day basis to ensure seamless execution across the operation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Leading a split operation between staff dining and hospitality
  • Acting as culinary lead for client-facing hospitality delivery
  • Supporting and collaborating with senior hospitality leadership on site
  • Delivering monthly culinary presentations showcasing future concepts, menus, and innovation
  • Driving consistent quality and efficiency across high-volume production
  • Managing a large and developing team (currently 15 chefs following recent expansion)
  • Working in a highly reactive environment where adaptability and solution-focused thinking are essential
  • Turning challenging or fast-moving client requests into practical, deliverable solutions

Requirements:

  • Executive Chef-level experience in a comparable environment
  • Strong background in contract catering operations
  • Experience in banqueting or premium hospitality delivery
  • A highly innovative approach to food, menus, and service development
  • A calm, solution-led mindset with the ability to say "yes" wherever possible
  • A collaborative, ego-free leadership style
  • Strong adaptability with the ability to pivot quickly in a changing environment
  • Confidence in presenting ideas and culinary direction to clients and stakeholders
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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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