Executive Culinary Director

21 hours ago


Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom Chartwells Full time
Culinary Excellence

We're seeking an ambitious Chef to join our team and contribute to creating exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 34 hours.

As a skilled Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that delights our clients and customers within the market-leading food service company in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute culinary strategies to enhance our menu offerings
  • Oversee and implement menu changes to meet client expectations
  • Identify opportunities to improve our food services and drive business growth
  • Listen and act on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
  • Support with the creation of new menus and innovative food concepts
  • Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure efficient kitchen operations
  • Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
  • Ensure compliance with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations
Requirements:
  • Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
  • Have experience supervising a team and driving business results
  • Have experience in a similar Chef role
  • Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
  • Have a flexible approach to working

Our salary for this position is £28,500 per annum, depending on experience. We also offer a range of benefits, including great operational training and development, life assurance scheme, personal development and training opportunities, and a holiday purchase scheme.



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