Executive Chef Director

3 days ago


South West London, United Kingdom Elior Full time
Company Overview

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. We foster a work environment that encourages engagement, inspiration, and growth among our team members.

Salary

The estimated annual salary for this position is £43,000 - £55,000, depending on experience.

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to lead a small team in managing food production and kitchen operations in a busy, customer-facing environment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading a team of 3 to run food production and kitchen operations.
  • Serving breakfast and lunch Monday to Friday, preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of fresh and seasonal dishes across a balanced weekly menu.
  • Demonstrating flexibility in accommodating customer requests and diet requirements.
  • Providing bespoke hospitality propositions for meeting rooms as booked/requested by clients.
  • Taking ownership of the staff restaurant menu, allowing for creativity and seasonal variety while ensuring the ability to cater to ad-hoc hospitality bookings with flexibility and excellence.
  • Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and allergen management regulations.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably as a chef manager, head chef, or sous chef.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (Food Safety Level 2 certification required, Level 3 preferred).
  • Ability to work independently and show initiative in delivering high-quality service.
  • Passion for using fresh produce and delivering excellent customer service.
  • Up-to-date allergen training and strong understanding of dietary requirements.
Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy delicious and healthy meals every day at work.
  • Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with flexible working hours.
  • Holiday Allowance: Start with 28 days of holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years of service.
  • Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with our family leave options.
  • Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer.
  • Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with continuous learning and development opportunities.
  • Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best.
  • Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes.


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