Executive Chef

Restaurant Associates
London

Job Details

Job Title: Executive Chef
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Salary: Up to £65,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations at a dynamic hospitality and retail venue in Canary Wharf. This exciting role oversees food quality and kitchen operations across Hospitality and Retail, including two busy coffee bars.

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for managing and supporting both the Head Chef for Retail and the Head Chef for Hospitality, ensuring seamless collaboration and consistently outstanding food standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee all kitchen operations across hospitality and retail outlets
  • Manage and mentor Head Chefs in retail and hospitality settings
  • Develop and maintain high-quality menus that reflect our brand and customer expectations
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations
  • Control food costs, stock management, and kitchen budgets
  • Foster a positive, motivated, and productive kitchen environment
  • Collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver excellent customer experiences
About You
  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef with leadership responsibilities
  • Passionate about food quality, creativity, and operational excellence
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, able to inspire and develop others
  • Excellent organisational and communication abilities
  • Knowledge of both hospitality and retail food operations an advantage
  • Ability to manage multiple teams and priorities effectively
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary up to £65,000 per annum
  • Monday to Friday, 40-hour working week
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Supportive working environment in a prime Canary Wharf location
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/1310/40566001/52767701/SU #RA Group

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Posted 2025-10-15

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