Culinary Director - Contract Catering
We’re recruiting a Culinary Director to lead the food strategy across a portfolio of flagship B&I contract catering sites across London.
This is a senior leadership role for a credible, energetic and hands-on culinary leader who can bring presence, innovation and exceptional food standards across multiple corporate dining environments.
Working closely with senior operational teams and Head Chefs, this individual will shape food direction, drive innovation and elevate the overall culinary reputation of the portfolio.
The offer
- £85,000 – £100,000 salary
- Strong bonus structure
- Pension contribution
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays
- Senior leadership role with genuine influence
- Career progression within a leading contract caterer
The role
- Lead culinary strategy across multiple London B&I sites
- Mentor and develop Head Chefs and senior kitchen teams
- Drive innovation, consistency and premium food standards
- Support new concepts, client presentations and food development
The food
- Restaurant-quality workplace dining
- Seasonal, modern and sustainability-focused menus
- Premium corporate hospitality & events
- High-volume dining with refined food standards
The Culinary Director
- Proven senior leadership within contract catering B&I
- Strong experience leading multi-site culinary teams
- Commercially aware with a passion for innovation and food culture
- Credible leader with longevity and progression in previous roles
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: Full Time
- Rate: £85k - 100k per year + Incentives
- Location: London, Greater London, England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Catering
- Recruiter: COREcruitment
- Tel: 000
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: YK999955123
- Posted: 2026-03-16 09:07:03 -
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