Executive Chef

Elior – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At Elior, dining is about more than exceptional food. We create welcoming, refined spaces where the over-55 community can come together, connect, and enjoy meaningful moments. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared using fresh ingredients, expert care, and a genuine passion for bringing people together.

Our client,
Riverstone Living - Bishops Avenue combines luxury apartments with the services of a private members’ club and a boutique hotel. Designed for people over 65, it supports an active, independent lifestyle while offering reassurance through service, security, and wellbeing support.

The Role – Executive Chef

Based onsite at our Bishops Avenue residence, we are seeking an Executive Chef with a passion for culinary excellence and a flair for leadership. This is a unique opportunity to shape an exceptional dining experience while leading a talented team in a prestigious, forward-thinking environment.

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 10:00am - 8:00pm | 50 hours per week

This position is eligible for a
performance-based bonus in addition to base compensation. Bonus amounts and payout timing are determined by individual performance, achievement of team and company goals, and overall business results. Bonus eligibility and structure may vary by year and are subject to the terms of the company’s bonus program in effect at the time of payout.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing catering team to deliver outstanding service to residents and clients
• Recruiting, training, and supporting staff to maintain excellence and efficiency
• Managing stock, ordering, and cost control to ensure financial performance
• Maintaining clear communication within the team, with management, and with clients to ensure operational excellence
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, COSHH, health & safety, environmental, and legal regulations
• Champion a resident-first culture, ensuring every interaction reflects warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Maintain consistently high service standards aligned with brand and hospitality expectations

What can you bring?

• Proven leadership skills with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Strong focus on frontline operations and resident satisfaction
• Passion for service excellence and people
• A strong customer service ethos with a genuine passion for creating memorable experiences
• Catering experience with strong chef skills
• 2+ years’ experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef ready for the next step

As our Executive Chef, you will be the heartbeat of our culinary operations, combining creativity, operational expertise, and leadership to deliver unforgettable dining experiences.

If you are passionate about hospitality, thrive on delivering exceptional standards, and want to make a meaningful impact in a luxury setting, we would love to hear from you.

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK
, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission?
Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

At Elior,
diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!