Executive Chef - Crewe

Ready to steer the culinary wheel at one of the UK’s most prestigious automotive sites?

We're on the hunt for a visionary Executive Chef who lives and breathes food, someone who’s not just skilled in the kitchen but dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. This is more than just a cooking role; it’s an opportunity to lead, inspire, and deliver unforgettable food programmes that push boundaries and excite every palate. If you're driven to constantly raise the bar and love developing high-performing kitchen teams that thrive on creativity and excellence, we want to hear from you.

From fuelling early risers with breakfast to delivering unforgettable VIP experiences, your role will be as varied as it is exciting. You’ll shape menus, inspire a talented brigade of chefs, and bring next-level flavour to everything from barista-led coffee spots to frictionless stores and corporate events.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading multiple culinary outlets, ensuring every plate sings with consistency, quality, and character.
• Partnering with our B&I Culinary Team to dream up menus that wow – think seasonal flair, global inspiration, and a pinch of future food trends.
• Mentoring and motivating a kitchen crew to deliver nothing short of magic, every day.
• Maintaining gold-standard food safety, presentation, and taste.
• Collaborating with our events, ops, and hospitality teams to deliver show-stopping executive dining and VIP experiences.
• Championing sustainability, innovation, and bold flavours that keep people coming back for more.
• Staying ahead of the culinary curve – think emerging techniques, elevating the food offer and enhancing the dining experience.

About you:

• An experienced Executive or Senior Head Chef used to multiple venues and high expectations.
• Well-versed in global flavours, cutting-edge techniques, and plating that’s as beautiful as it is delicious
• A natural leader with flair, fire, and finesse – your team thrives under your guidance.
• A true foodie with a passion for modern, seasonal, and sustainable cuisine that tells a story.
• Sharp on numbers, strong on suppliers, and savvy with budgets and costing.
• An innovator who lives for creating memorable food moments and elevating the everyday.

At Eurest, we understand the power of food in making our client’s business happier and more productive – not to mention more sustainable. From super-fresh ingredients to cutting-edge communal dining spaces, our experience-led contract catering solutions are all about creating a positive impact for the workplace and the planet we share.

For more information about careers at Eurest and ourbenefits please visit: Careers at Eurest

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive – Diversity is Our Strength!

Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.