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Executive Chef - London SW

Job Description

Our Client is a school catering company that loves food, encourages a community spirit, and has a mission to put pride back into school kitchens across the UK.

They have an amazing team that is greatly valued. There is an expert for everything with a diverse range of skills and abilities who all share the company's common goal of making an impact in education catering.

They continually maintain high standards both in terms of the food they serve and the management and safety of the kitchens which is driven by the committed team. Their teams receive regular support and training which means they have the right skills to deliver the standards and performance that is expected.

They are now looking for people with the creative initiative to grow with our Client who offers exciting opportunities that will attract the big thinkers and bold movers.
 
As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of a nutritionally exciting and unique menu using their fresh and sustainable ingredients for the students and staff. You will focus on delivering the highest quality of food and service, along with having the creative flair, originality and the ability to make a stir within the school catering industry.

You will also benefit from:

  • Monday to Friday working - no more weekends!
  • 37.5 hours working with no late nights
  • 40 weeks per year based around term time (more time to spend with friends and family)
  • Up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience 
  • Working for a fast-growing company that would like you to grow with them
  • A dedicated L&D team to support you in developing your skills, including apprenticeships and training courses that are available for everyone.


Main Responsibilities:
 

  • Bringing our exciting menus to life, using our recipes designed with maximum nutrition in mind
  • Support the team in ensuring a fantastic dining experience for students and staff in line with company standards
  • Ensuring the highest standards of  Food Hygiene, Allergen and Health and Safety compliance
  • The production of hospitality as per client requests
  • Providing outstanding support and guidance to the team and demonstrating a positive role model
  • Building positive relationships with clients and customers


The Ideal Candidate:

 Our client is looking for somebody who shares our Client's passion for maintaining the highest standards of food and service for the customers along with the following:

  • Craft-based experience using fresh ingredients, preferably within an education setting
  • You have Food Hygiene level 2 & 3 (further training will be available)
  • Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety practices within a kitchen
  • Basic computer skills, with experience in using different systems
  • Self-motivation, creativity and the ability to use your own initiative

Please note, our Client expects all staff to share their commitment of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.

Pineapple Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as Recruitment Agency.

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  • Location Icon Location London, United Kingdom
  • Salary Icon Salary £37000 - £40000 Per Annum
  • Reference Icon Job Reference REF2371
  • Calendar Icon Posted on Posted on 05 September 2025
  • Category Icon Category Contract Catering
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