Executive Chef

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

Salary from £50,606 to £58,505 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £65,157pa inclusive of London allowance

LSE is the world’s leading social science institution, which attracts students from across the globe. LSE Catering manages restaurants, cafes, bars and shops across campus and halls of residence providing catering, retail and hospitality services to our staff and student community.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Chef to join our fantastic team. You will play a key role as an ambassador for “Food at LSE”, leading our food and menu development as we deliver an exciting change programme across our catering outlets, hospitality service and halls.

The Executive Chef will:

• Demonstrate a real passion and understanding of food production and delivery
• Have relevant qualifications and experience including achieving recognised accreditations
• Develop and implement creative and innovative food offerings of a high quality
• Be able to build, lead and manage a team who can deliver consistently high standards
• Demonstrate experience of continuous improvement

LSE is a fantastic place to work. If you’re interested in joining us and think you can play a key role in developing our catering operation, we’d love to hear from you. For an informal discussion, please email Jacqui Beazley, Head of Catering [email protected]

In addition to a good salary the benefits that come with this job include a defined benefits pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.

All catering staff work flexibly and may be required to work in any of LSE Catering facilities. Working hours are varied and may involve early mornings, evenings and weekends.  

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document , job description  and the person specification .

To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button above. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 26 May 2024 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications. Interviews will be held w/c 03 June 2024.