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Executive Chef Manager
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Derby, Derbyshire, DE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Palmer & Howells
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Catering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Hours:
40 hours per week
Weeks: 39 weeks per year
Rate: £40,000 per annum
The RoleWe're looking for an exceptional individual to lead our team, drive culinary innovation, and ensure an unparalleled dining experience. If you thrive on developing people and achieving above and beyond standards, this could be the role for you!
The DetailsHours:
40 hours per week
Weeks: 39 weeks per year
Rate: £40,000 per annum
In This Role, You Can Expect The Following- Culinary Vision & Service:
Lead kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals and delivery of a fantastic customer service experience. - Menu Innovation:
Own menu development, introducing creative flair and driving continuous improvement and culinary evolution. - Compliance & Standards:
Act as the standard-bearer for all operations, ensuring exceptional, high-level compliance in Food Safety, Hygiene, and H&S. - Team Development:
Mentor and support staff growth, fostering a progressive and high-performing culture where learning is central. - Financial & Cost Control:
Manage all controllable costs (stock, food, labour) to maximise profitability and ensure efficient resource allocation. - Quality Assurance:
Conduct regular audits and implement best practices to maintain consistently exceptional standards. - Performance Driver:
Boost overall site performance and engagement through effective monthly promotions and events.
- Proven experience leading and inspiring teams within fast-paced food service environments, with a track record of driving KPIs and achieving operational excellence.
- A strong passion for and experience in food preparation, particularly using fresh ingredients and developing appealing, nutritious menus.
- Comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge of essential compliance matters, including Health & Safety (H&S), Food Safety, and Hygiene regulations.
- Ability to understand, analyse, and effectively utilise operational reports (e.g., labour cost, waste reports, profitability) to strategically optimise the business.
- Work for a fast-growing, ambitious company with no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career. We actively look to promote talent from within.
- You'll have access to a dedicated Learning & Development team to support you in developing your skills, including apprenticeships and training courses available for everyone.
- Join a supportive team committed to collaboration and the pursuit of culinary excellence.
Palmer & Howells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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- Salary £40000 - £40000
- Annual
- Job Reference JGT/TP/76/9671
- Contract Type Permanent
- Closing Date 4 November, 2026
- Job Category Unit Level
- Business Unit Palmer & Howells Ltd
- Location The BRIT School, United Kingdom
- 5 October, 2026
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