Executive Head Chef

Job description

Executive Head Chef – St Dunstan’s Group

South London | £55,000 per annum | 52-week contract

Inspiring Food. Inspiring People. Inspiring Futures.

We are actively seeking an exceptional Executive Head Chef to lead and elevate catering across the St Dunstan’s Group.

Our group comprises:

• St Dunstan’s College, Catford
• Rosemead Preparatory School, Tulse Hill
• St Christopher’s, Beckenham
• West Lodge, Sidcup

This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic and creative culinary leader who is passionate about food, people development, and making a meaningful impact within education.

As Executive Head Chef, you will set the culinary vision across our schools, ensuring consistently high standards, fresh thinking, and a positive food culture that supports pupils, staff, and the wider school community.

You will lead, inspire, and develop kitchen teams, championing quality, nutrition, and innovation while delivering efficient, compliant, and engaging food services.

We are looking for a passionate, hands-on leader who thrives in a people-focused environment and brings energy and creativity to everything they do.

About you:

• Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef or senior culinary leader
• Strong leadership and coaching skills, with a track record of developing teams
• A creative approach to menu development and presentation
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A genuine interest in working within education and contributing to school life
• Strong knowledge of food safety, compliance, and nutritional standards

If you are driven to lead, inspire, and shape excellence through food, we would love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Catford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-05-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English