Executive Head Chef

Join Our Team as a Executive Head Chef – Make an Impact Every Day

Location: Eton College, Bekynton, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 6ER
Working Pattern: 40hrs working 5 out of 7 days, inc some weekends and evenings
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 DoE per annum with £1,300 flexible benefits fund

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your senior culinary career driving the food operation for Eton College, one of the leading independent schools in the UK. This is a fantastic environment to work in, with access to excellent facilities and resources. In this role, you will join the senior management team for the contract and provide strategic craft, food offer development and daily core feeding across a large site with multiple venues. You will also form part of the central craft development team for the wider schools business. With passion for still being in the kitchen, you will take a ‘hands on’ approach to inspiring and working with your brigade in the kitchen and balance your time in the kitchen with strategic culinary leadership.

The opportunity is suited to individuals with similar culinary leadership experience and a high level of craft skill (fine dining) and a background in craft/offer development across a group or large site. The role would also suit those who are passionate about how we engage today’s students via technology and social media.

Read out our Fresh Food from Scratch ethos: http://www.independentsbysodexo.com/

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver 5-star food quality and service standards across all catering and hospitality operations
• Lead, recruit, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen team
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including menu planning, rotas, and food production
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Manage budgets, control costs, and achieve financial and performance targets
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver against contractual KPIs
• Plan and execute hospitality events and special functions to a high standard
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and team performance across the operation

For a full list of responsibilities please read the attached job description

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in a senior or group culinary role, ideally within volume catering/contract catering and fine dining/events (hospitality)
• Excellent managerial skills and experience of managing a large team
• Industry acumen and knowledge of external catering developments and innovations
• Good communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Good financial awareness
• Personal innovation and passion for quality food
• Experience working in a standards/compliance environment

What We Offer

At Sodexo, this is more than just a job—it’s your chance to be part of something greater. We celebrate individuality, encourage purpose-driven work, and empower you to succeed on your own terms. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• A competitive salary & excellent benefits package

• Opportunities for career growth and development

• A diverse, supportive, and inclusive workplace

Additional Perks & Benefits

• Unlimited access to an online mental health and wellbeing support platform.

• An Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support.

• 24/7 access to a virtual GP service.

• Exclusive discounts for you, your family, and friends through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme.

• Membership in the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan to help you save for your future.

• Learning and development opportunities to enhance your career growth.

• A Bike to Work Scheme, supporting both your fitness and the environment.

Ready to Be Part of Something Greater?

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can bring your passion, skills, and ambition to a company that truly values you, then this is it. Apply today and take the next step in your Sodexo journey.

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Please note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

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