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Grazing HQ is seeking an
Executive Chef
with big ideas, strong hands-on leadership, and a hunger to push boundaries. This is a leadership role responsible for owning our culinary vision, driving innovation, building a world-class team, and delivering exceptional food for any scale—from 10 VIPs to 1,000 office workers.This is your chance to take the reins and reshape the food culture of a fast-growing, ambitious hospitality business.Responsibilities
Be the strategic force behind all food output — across our Central Production Kitchen, workplace dining, events and delivery services.Lead and empower our kitchen brigade with clarity, purpose, and positivity.Inspire creativity and consistency — every menu, every plate, every time.Set standards and drive excellence, not just in food but in systems, compliance, training and team culture.Work closely with leadership to shape a future-proof, flavour-first, commercially savvy kitchen operation.Your background
3+ years at Exec Chef / senior multi-site Head Chef level.Experience in high-volume, multi-channel food production (BandI, events, CPU).Killer leadership skills — firm when needed, inspiring always.Sharp commercial acumen — from GP management to supplier negotiations.Expert knowledge of food safety, allergens, and kitchen compliance.Menu development chops that balance creativity, practicality and wow-factor.A cool head, a warm heart, and a hands-on attitude.You’ll thrive here if you...
Think like a leader but never act like you’re above washing a dish.Love building teams and cultures that feel like home.Are obsessed with raising the bar — creatively, commercially, operationally.Balance structure and spontaneity like a pro.Want to shape the next chapter of a growing food brand that does things differently.About Us
We’re Grazing: food that works hard, plays nice, and always hits the spot. Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK''s leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/2908/43031001/52749476/R/SU #GrazingCompass Group UKandI is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!EEO: We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to ..... full job details .....
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