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Head Chef – Corporate Hospitality
📍 EC3, London
We are seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join our corporate hospitality team in the EC3 area of London, working exclusively for a prestigious corporate client.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef with a strong background in corporate hospitality who is looking for a stable, rewarding Monday-to-Friday role with an excellent work-life balance.
Position Details

  • Full-time position
  • Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm
  • Based in EC3, London
  • Occasional evening events (approximately 6–10 per year) included within the role

The Role
The successful candidate will be confident in delivering a wide range of high-quality food offerings, including:

  • Hot and cold buffets
  • Healthy lunch options
  • Formal lunches
  • Sandwich and wrap selections
  • Occasional breakfast service
  • Canapes
  • Events

You will work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and be responsible for creating varied, creative menus while maintaining budget expectations and adapting to changing schedules when required.
Key Responsibilities

  • Menu planning and development
  • Food purchasing and supplier management
  • Stock control and budgeting
  • Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards
  • Leading and supporting a small kitchen team
  • Reporting to the Chef Director and be responsible for staff training and motivation

You will manage two team members:

  • Sous Chef
  • Kitchen Porter

The kitchen workload can vary, with some periods being very busy and others considerably quieter.
Benefits

  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Fridays are rarely worked
  • During quieter periods, there are many paid days where attendance is not required

(For example, last year there were approximately 80 paid non-working days.)

  • 28 days annual holiday including bank holidays
  • Staff pension scheme

About You
We are looking for someone who:

  • Has previous corporate hospitality experience
  • Is passionate about showcasing their culinary talent
  • Works well as part of a team
  • Is enthusiastic, organised, and adaptable
  • Takes pride in delivering high standards consistently
  • Produce and plan menus that are in line with clients high expectations
  • Previous experience in corporate catering would be advantageous

If you are an experienced Head Chef looking for a unique opportunity within a professional corporate environment, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact:
Lisa Shaw

  • Experience
    Required
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm
  • Salary
    £43,000 – £45,000 yearly
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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