Assistant Group Executive Chef

Job Title: Assistant Group Executive Chef
Location: London
Salary: Circa £70,000 to £80,000 depending on experience and background

We are working with a growing high-end gastropub and restaurant group that is looking for an Assistant Group Executive Chef to support the Chef Director as the business continues to grow.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a strong multi-site chef operator who has worked across premium restaurants, quality gastropubs, fine dining, and high-volume food-led operations.

The company has built a strong reputation for quality, with some sites holding Bib Gourmand recognition. This gives a clear indication of the food standards, attention to detail, and consistency expected across the group.

The Role

As Assistant Group Executive Chef, you will work closely with the Chef Director across the London estate, supporting daily kitchen operations, food standards, training, menu consistency, and new site development.

This is a hands-on role.

You will be in the kitchens, working directly with Head Chefs and their teams, helping them deliver consistent quality while making sure each site runs smoothly, commercially, and to the expected standard.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Chef Director across multiple London sitesMaintain high standards across food quality, presentation, consistency, and serviceWork closely with Head Chefs to develop, coach, and strengthen their kitchen teamsAssist with menu development, seasonal changes, and supplier relationshipsSupport new openings, launches, and operational rolloutsHelp improve kitchen systems, stock control, GP, labour, ordering, and complianceBe visible and hands-on during service when neededDrive consistency while respecting the character of each siteIdentify training needs and help build stronger kitchen leadership across the group

The Ideal Candidate

Strong multi-site experience within premium restaurants, gastropubs, or quality food-led groupsBackground across fine dining, premium casual, or high-volume operationsExperience working at a high level in quality fresh food kitchensExposure to Michelin Guide, Bib Gourmand, rosette, or high-quality fresh food environments would be highly advantageousConfident supporting several kitchens at onceHands-on, calm, organised, and highly operationalStrong understanding of food quality, consistency, GP, labour, and kitchen controlsAble to build trust with Head Chefs and kitchen teamsComfortable working in a growing business where systems are still developingPassionate about fresh food, quality produce, and team development

This Role Would Suit

A strong Group Head Chef looking for a bigger platformA Senior Head Chef with multi-site exposureA Development Chef with strong operational experienceA Head Chef from a premium group ready to move into a wider leadership role

Why Apply?

London-based senior chef roleCirca £70,000 to £80,000 packageGrowing premium hospitality groupSome sites with Bib Gourmand recognitionHands-on role with real influenceWork closely with an experienced Chef DirectorSupport new openings and company growthOpportunity to shape standards, teams, and kitchen culture

This is a strong role for a chef who enjoys being close to the operation, developing people, and playing a key part in the growth of a premium restaurant and gastropub group.

Apply today to find out more.