Head Chef : Events and Production Kitchen
London
Posted 25 days ago
Full-time
Head Chef : Events and Production Kitchen : A GBP 60,000
Were recruiting a Head Chef to lead a central production kitchen and external events , delivering high:end corporate events, private dining and large:scale functions across London.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a Head Event Chef who thrives in fast:paced, high:volume environments, enjoys both creativity and structure, and is confident owning the full journey from prep to on:site execution.
The Offer
A GBP 60,000 salary per year. 5 to10 performance bonuses. Paid overtime / additional hourly rate for weekend work. Predominantly Monday to Friday (approx. 80). Strong work:life balance within a structured rota. Access to a wider benefits package including pension, healthcare, discounts and wellbeing support
The Operation and Food
High:end events and production kitchen delivering premium food at scale. Central Production Kitchen (CPU) with on:site event delivery. Corporate events, private dining, weddings, and gala dinners. Event sizes from 5 guests up to 2,000 covers. Average daily volume: 200:300 covers. A GBP 9M+ annual revenue business. Modern, seasonal British menus with a premium, creative finish. Strong focus on quality, consistency, and high:level execution.
The Role
Lead all kitchen operations across the production kitchen and events. Oversee prep from CPU through to seamless on:site delivery. Manage and develop a core brigade of 7 chefs. Work closely with senior leadership on seasonal menu development. Deliver tastings, client briefs and high:end event execution. Drive consistency through structure, systems and SOPs. Take ownership of food GP, labour and supplier relationships. Ensure best:in:class food safety, HACCP and compliance standards. Support sustainability initiatives across sourcing and waste reduction.
About You
Proven Head Chef experience within events, production kitchens or high:volume contract catering. Strong leadership presence with the ability to build and retain teams. Reliable, consistent and committed to long:term roles.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com
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