Executive Chef - Gastro Pub Group

We’re recruiting an Executive Chef to join a growing, premium Gastro Pub & Restaurant Group in London. This multi-site role will support food strategy, drive performance and lead kitchen teams across the business.

Working closely with the Chef Director, and team of Executive Chefs, you’ll set standards, develop people and help shape the group’s food direction. This would also suit a strong Senior Head Chef with multi-site experience ready to step up in London.

It’s a hands-on, visible role, someone who leads from the front, supports their teams in the kitchen and is flexible to visit sites, including occasional weekends when required.

The offer

Up to £65,000 per year Performance-related bonus linked to GPPaid overtimeCompany pension schemeInvestment in new openings and future growthLong-term stability within an expanding London group

The role

Lead culinary operations across multiple gastro pub and restaurant sites.Set and maintain group-wide food standards, systems and consistency.Drive GP performance, labour control and operational efficiency.Mentor, support and develop Head Chefs and kitchen teams.Maintain a hands-on presence in kitchens and support service where required.Collaborate with Chef Director on new site openings and concept development.

The Executive Chef

Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Operations Chef or strong Senior Head Chef with multi-site experience.Background within gastro pubs or quality-led restaurant groups.Excellent commitment and longevity within previous roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com



  • Location: London, Greater London, England
  • Salary: £60k - 65k per year + Bonus
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Posted: 24-Feb-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com