Executive Chef

Talent Guardian is proud to partner with a prestigious global brand in search of a dynamic and visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation of a high-performing unit in West Sussex.This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned culinary leader to join a world-class organisation at the forefront of innovation and quality in food production. You’ll drive culinary excellence, lead a talented team, and champion quality, consistency, and compliance across a high-volume production environment.  What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead all aspects of culinary production, food quality, menu execution, and labour optimisation
• Inspire and develop a high-performing culinary team
• Ensure operational compliance, HACCP adherence and food safety standards
• Partner with commercial and menu development teams to deliver innovation and customer satisfaction
• Take ownership of kitchen technology integration, process improvements and culinary audits
• Drive budgetary performance, labour productivity, and ingredient quality

 What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Chef with formal culinary education or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 years' experience in the culinary world, including 5 years as an Executive Chef
• Proven leadership in high-volume food production, ideally with inflight catering or manufacturing exposure
• Strong communication, coaching, and people development skills
• A proactive problem-solver with a passion for operational excellence and innovation

 What’s On Offer:

• £70,000–£80,000 base salary
• 10% performance-based bonus
• The chance to work with one of the biggest names in global food service
• Career-defining role in a cutting-edge culinary environment