Talent Guardian is proud to partner with a prestigious global brand in search of a dynamic and visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation of a high-performing unit in West Sussex.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned culinary leader to join a world-class organisation at the forefront of innovation and quality in food production. You’ll drive culinary excellence, lead a talented team, and champion quality, consistency, and compliance across a high-volume production environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Lead all aspects of culinary production, food quality, menu execution, and labour optimisation
* Inspire and develop a high-performing culinary team
* Ensure operational compliance, HACCP adherence and food safety standards
* Partner with commercial and menu development teams to deliver innovation and customer satisfaction
* Take ownership of kitchen technology integration, process improvements and culinary audits
* Drive budgetary performance, labour productivity, and ingredient quality
What We’re Looking For:
* A qualified Chef with formal culinary education or equivalent experience
* Minimum 10 years' experience in the culinary world, including 5 years as an Executive Chef
* Proven leadership in high-volume food production, ideally with inflight catering or manufacturing exposure
* Strong communication, coaching, and people development skills
* A proactive problem-solver with a passion for operational excellence and innovation
What’s On Offer:
* £70,000–£80,000 salary
* 10% performance-based bonus
* The chance to work with one of the biggest names in global food service
* Career-defining role in a cutting-edge culinary environment