Executive Head Chef : Boarding School

We’re recruiting an Executive Head Chef to lead a prestigious independent boarding school in Surrey. This is a standout opportunity to oversee a high-volume, high-quality education catering operation, delivering daily feeding alongside premium hospitality within a stunning campus setting.

The Executive Head Chef will lead a well-structured kitchen team, driving food quality, consistency and innovation across both student dining and a growing hospitality offer. If you’re a strong, experienced Executive Chef with independent school experience, this is a fantastic leadership opportunity in Surrey.

Offer

• GBP 52,000 per annum
• 52:week contract
• Typical hours 6:30am : 3:00pm (latest finish around 7:00pm)
• Time off in lieu for additional hours
• On:site parking
• Long:term, stable leadership role within a prestigious school

Operation and food

• Independent senior boarding school (Years 7:13).
• Feeding approximately 1,000 students daily.
• Monday:Thursday full boarding operation.
• Friday no supper service, Saturday sports hospitality.
• Hospitality revenue of A GBP 400k:A GBP 500k per year.
• High:quality, hotel:style hospitality and events.
• Beautiful, listed dining room with modern kitchen facilities.
• New Sixth Form development launching next year.

Role

• Lead the full kitchen operation as Executive Head Chef.
• Manage and develop a team of 9 chefs and 4:5 Kitchen Porters.
• Oversee the Head Chef and ensure strong daily delivery.
• Drive food quality across student dining and hospitality.
• Plan, innovate and deliver within structured school menus.
• Manage budgets, GP, stock and operational performance.
• Lead on recruitment, training and team development.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety and HSE standards.

Ideal Executive Head Chef

• Experienced Executive Head Chef within Contract Catering.
• Must have independent school catering experience.
• Reliable, consistent and committed to long:term roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com

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