Executive Chef Manager - Independent School

Executive Chef Manager - Independent School - London - £45,000

Term Time Only | 40 Weeks Per Year | Monday to Friday

We're recruiting an Executive Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a highly regarded independent secondary school in South-West London.

This is an opportunity to lead a passionate team, create your own menus and genuinely influence the food culture across the school.

You'll be joining a smaller independent contract caterer that genuinely cares about food, people and culture.

The Offer

£45,000 salaryTerm time only contractJust 40 working weeks per yearMonday to Friday operation40 hours per weekSchool holidays offCompany pension schemeTraining and development opportunitiesCareer progression opportunitiesEmployee wellbeing supportStaff benefits platformCycle to work schemeBrand new kitchen and facilities

The Operation

Independent secondary school.Around 500 meals per day.Brigade of 7 chefs.Brand new kitchen.Semi-busy hospitality programme.

The Food

Fresh food cooked daily.Seasonal menus.Modern food concepts.Parent evenings and awards events.Freedom to create menus.

The Role

Lead the catering team.Drive standards and culture.Develop your chefs.Oversee hospitality and events.Remain hands-on with the food.

About You

Education catering experience.Independent school background preferredReliable, consistent and committed to long-term 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: £45k per year + Term Time
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Posted: 30-Jun-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com