Grzegorz Zagulak
London
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with extensive expertise in menu design & costing, kitchen team leadership, and health & food safety compliance. Proven track record in budgeting & stock control, staff development & training, and new site mobilisation. Adept at collaborating with marketing teams to enhance brand visibility and drive business growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2036
2036
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Development Chef
Caterplus
London
2023.03 - 2025.05
- Lead innovation and implementation of new menus and food styles.
- Oversee financial performance through accurate costing, stock control, and strategic planning.
- Recruit, train, and coach kitchen staff to uphold quality and efficiency.
- Collaborate with marketing for food campaign visibility.
- Mobilise new sites and ensure compliance with health & safety policies.
Catering Manager
Caterplus
London
2021.05 - 2023.02
- Managed kitchen operations and team motivation.
- Maintained budgets and reported to senior stakeholders.
- Supervised a team of 6 chefs and maintained client relationships.
Head Chef
Lexington Catering
London
2018.09 - 2020.11
- Managed daily kitchen operations and stock control.
- Created seasonal menus and weekly specials.
- Supervised a team of 9 chefs and collaborated with the front of house.
Production Manager
Bone Daddies Ltd
London
2017.12 - 2018.09
- Led a high-output production kitchen with 24 chefs.
- Ensured consistency in food quality and adherence to recipes and standards.
- Maintained stock levels and managed accounts.
Head Chef
James, Italian
London
2015.08 - 2017.12
- Directed kitchen operations and managed a team of 12 chefs.
- Oversaw stock levels and financial controls.
Head Chef
Giraffe Ltd
London
2013.04 - 2015.06
- Supervised a team of 10 chefs and ensured food quality in collaboration with FOH staff.
- Managed stock, budgets, and health compliance documentation.
Head Chef
Cote Restaurants
London
2011.08 - 2013.01
- Responsible for kitchen operations, team management, and inventory.
- Ensured service quality and hygiene compliance.
Head Chef
Carluccio’s PLC
London
2004.10 - 2011.08
- Managed 12 chefs and oversaw training in safety, hygiene, and culinary standards.
- Completed all necessary compliance and financial documentation.
Education
BTEC Level 5 HND - Hospitality Management
Monte Rose College
Marketing and Economics Degree - undefined
Wyzsza Szkola Administracji i Zarzadzania
1998.01 - 2003.01
Technikum Mechaniczno Elektryczne - Mathematics C Electronics C Polish B IT B History A Science C
1992.01 - 1998.01
Skills
- Menu Design & Costing
- Kitchen Team Leadership
- Health & Food Safety Compliance
- Budgeting & Stock Control
- Staff Development & Training
- New Site Mobilisation
- Marketing Collaboration
Custom
Available upon request.
Timeline
Development Chef
Caterplus
2023.03 - 2025.05
Catering Manager
Caterplus
2021.05 - 2023.02
Head Chef
Lexington Catering
2018.09 - 2020.11
Production Manager
Bone Daddies Ltd
2017.12 - 2018.09
Head Chef
James, Italian
2015.08 - 2017.12
Head Chef
Giraffe Ltd
2013.04 - 2015.06
Head Chef
Cote Restaurants
2011.08 - 2013.01
Head Chef
Carluccio’s PLC
2004.10 - 2011.08
Marketing and Economics Degree - undefined
Wyzsza Szkola Administracji i Zarzadzania
1998.01 - 2003.01
Technikum Mechaniczno Elektryczne - Mathematics C Electronics C Polish B IT B History A Science C
1992.01 - 1998.01
BTEC Level 5 HND - Hospitality Management
Monte Rose College