Executive Chef

Wagtail is a destination rooftop restaurant and bar in the heart of the City of London, offering stunning views, elegant dining, and exceptional service. Situated at the top of a historic building, we deliver a refined culinary experience with a modern British menu that celebrates the finest seasonal and local ingredients. Wagtail is part of the esteemed ETM Group, known for its collection of unique venues across London.

We are now seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead our kitchen brigade and elevate our culinary offering to new heights.

If you are a dynamic culinary professional ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply and become a part of our esteemed team. Together, let's create extraordinary dining experiences that leave a lasting impression.

WHY WORK FOR ETM? 

• Competitive Compensation: A generous salary package, (up to 6 figure including Tronc) reflective of experience and expertise.
• Exclusive Discounts: 50% off food and drinks at any ETM Group or Maven Leisure venue for you and up to 5 friends.
• Special Celebrations: Enjoy your birthday lunch on us at your venue.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to free counselling, legal advice, and hardship grants through our 24/7 employee helpline.
• Financial Flexibility: Membership of Wagestream, allowing access to up to 40% of your earnings between pay dates.
• Health Benefits: Generous contributions towards medical expenses, including dental, optical, chiropractic, and therapy treatments.
• Healthcare Access: 24/7 access to a doctor via phone or webcam.
• Holiday Entitlement: An extra holiday day added to your allowance each year you're with us, up to 5 extra days (after 2 years of service).
• Referral Scheme: Generous employee referral program.
• Fitness Perks: Discounted gym memberships and classes across London.
• Retail Discounts: Money off shopping at many high street stores.

ABOUT US

ETM Group is a London based hospitality group with a rich collection of bars, restaurants and classic British pubs. We are all about quality, personality and memorable experiences for our guests.

Being part of our ETM family you must live by our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge, and you must be able to transmit these within the team.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead our dynamic kitchen brigade. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culinary direction of a flagship venue, crafting innovative menus and delivering unforgettable dining experiences.

The requirements are but not limited to:

• Experience: Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-end restaurant.
• Culinary Passion: A deep passion for modern British cuisine and a flair for innovative presentation; Execution of menu that showcases creativity, seasonality, and local produce.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team development; Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Operational Acumen: Oversee all kitchen operations, expertise in controlling food costs, waste, inventory management, and supplier relations to ensure maximum efficiency and profitability.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Collaborative Approach: Ability to work closely with front-of-house management to coordinate events, respond to guest feedback, and enhance guest experiences.

ETM are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives. 

We know hospitality can be hard work, but it's very rewarding! As part of the ETM family, we always pull together with smiles on our faces.

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