Executive Chef / Head Chef 50-60k – Monday to Friday
A senior culinary leader is required to bring consistency, quality, and operational control to a high-volume catering operation in Humberside, with a Monday-to-Friday working pattern.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef or Head Chef to lead a busy catering operation on an industrial site in Humberside.

This is a senior, Monday-to-Friday role within a cook-chill operation, serving high volumes of quality food.

The site faces challenges around consistency, and the successful candidate will bring structure, menu control, and operational discipline to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the kitchen operation, ensuring consistent food quality and service.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and menu planning for daily services.
• Lead and motivate a small team of 5 chefs, improving team performance.
• Oversee a cook-chill operation, maintaining quality and food safety standards.
• Work closely with the culinary team and key stakeholders on menu cycles and planning.
• Maintain hygiene, food safety, and operational standards across the site.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in contract catering or high-volume, site operations.
• Strong culinary background with the ability to bring structure and menu control.
• Comfortable working in a cook-chill environment.
• A hands-on leader who can provide immediate stabilisation and consistency.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Available for an immediate start.

Why Apply

• Salary of £50,000 – £60,000.
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern – excellent work-life balance.
• Immediate start – high-priority, quick-start role.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established catering operation.
• Long-term potential within a leading contract catering business.

How to Apply
If you are an Executive Chef or Head Chef available immediately and ready for a challenging leadership role, please send your CV to Yasmin at COREcruitment dot com.