Executive Chef Director

6 days ago


North East, United Kingdom Eurest Full time
Job Title: Executive Chef Director

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Executive Chef Director to join our dedicated catering team in Durham. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organising, and directing the preparation and cooking of food to enhance the company's reputation for quality.

About the Role:
  • Servicing breakfast, lunch, dinner, hospitality, vending, hospitality, and retail.
  • Plan, organise, innovate, and direct the preparation and cooking of food to enhance the company's reputation for quality.
  • Drive sustainability efforts to achieve net zero by 2030.
  • Create a positive kitchen environment where team members feel valued, supported, and developed.
  • Maintain service execution and delivery excellence at all times.
  • Increase sales through menu planning and promotions.
  • Implement and maintain high levels of cleanliness, food safety, health and safety, and COSHH within the kitchen.
  • Monitor food costs against agreed budgets.
  • Maintain the centre of excellence in food and customer service.

About You:
  • Prior experience as a Head Chef in contract catering.
  • A passion for hospitality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting, and food costing.
  • Stock and waste control experience.
  • Familiarity with food management systems HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens, and Manual Handling.

About Us:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Meal provided while on duty.
  • Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
  • Medicash - Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on medical treatments.
  • Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Recognition awards.
  • Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work).
  • Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.


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