Executive Culinary Director

2 days ago


Dagenham, Greater London, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time
About Us

Aspens Services Ltd is a leading contract catering company specializing in school food. We combine our understanding of the education sector with our knowledge of food trends to encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens. Our teams provide fantastic food experiences for children, and we're committed to excellent care and services for clients and children.

We're growing rapidly, and to keep up with this pace, we're seeking an Executive Chef to join our team. This role will support the rollout of exciting company menus and food offers across schools in your area.

The Role

As our Executive Chef, you'll develop and deliver innovative food, ensuring an understanding of financial, operational, and consumer requirements. You'll work with chefs and unit managers to maintain high food standards, presentation, and quality. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Creating engaging food offers and marketing initiatives that are on-trend, innovative, and profitable
  • Increasing food sales and encouraging retention of existing business
  • Coaching and developing chefs in your area across core areas - company standards, compliance, and policies in food health, safety, and quality
  • Ensuring excellent service delivery to customers and addressing any problems quickly
  • Compliance with company and client policies, site rules, and statutory regulations relating to health and safety, safe working practices, hygiene, cleanliness, fire, and COSHH
About You

You'll currently work in a development or senior culinary role, demonstrating creativity and flair in your food production. With strong industry acumen, you stay up-to-date with industry trends, developments, and innovations. You have a strong financial understanding, including budgets and costs, and can pass this on to chefs in your area. You're able to communicate at different levels, drive company initiatives, and engage audiences. Having worked in a compliance-led environment, you understand the importance of following policies and procedures.

Why Work with Us?

We offer a competitive salary, 40 hours per week, and 40 weeks per year. You'll work for a fast-growing, ambitious company with no ceiling for career advancement. Our dedicated L&D team supports your skill development, including apprenticeships and training courses. Please note that we expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.



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