Executive Chef Manager – Independent School – North-West London – £50,000 – Term Time Only

We’re recruiting an Executive Chef Manager to lead the catering operation within a highly regarded independent day school in North-West London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior, hands-on Executive Chef Manager who can confidently lead a busy education catering operation while still being happy to step into chef whites and support the kitchen when needed.

The client is looking for a polished, organised and commercially aware leader with a strong culinary background, excellent people management skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the school.

The Offer

• £50,000 basic salary.
• Term time only contract.
• Independent school environment with high standards.
• Monday to Friday structure during term time.
• Long-term development opportunity.
• Well-supported kitchen team.

The Operation

• Busy independent day school.
• Approximately 800 students on site daily.
• Strong focus on fresh food, hospitality and events.
• High standards across food quality and presentation.
• Mix of student dining, staff catering and hospitality.
• Client-facing environment with high expectations.
• Working alongside an established Head Chef.

The Food

• Fresh, seasonal food prepared daily.
• Premium independent school catering offer.
• Strong hospitality and events operation.
• Modern, healthy and well-balanced menus.
• High-quality presentation standards throughout.
• Food-led environment with excellent attention to detail.

The Role

• Lead the full catering operation on a day-to-day basis.
• Manage the kitchen, front of house and wider catering team.
• Build strong relationships with the school and client.
• Oversee hospitality and events across the site.
• Support and develop the kitchen brigade.
• Maintain high food quality and presentation standards.
• Manage budgets, GP and labour controls.
• Drive organisation, standards and consistency throughout the operation.
• Remain hands-on within the kitchen when required.
• Ensure all compliance, H&S and due diligence is maintained.

About You

• Proven Chef Manager or senior education catering experience.
• Strong culinary background is essential.
• 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