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Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As an Assistant Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees London Kenton Preston Hill, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 47 children and offers a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where children can learn and play. Under the guidance of our experienced team, children are encouraged to be creative and independent while developing a love for learning, exploring, and building relationships with others. Our Northwest London nursery is easily accessible by car or public transport, with onsite parking and convenient buggy storage for safe and easy drop-off and collection. The nearest underground station is Kingsbury, located approximately a 15-minute walk from the nursery. We also provide complimentary lunches and free parking for staff. In our outdoor area, children can enjoy a variety of activities, including hula hoops, climbing frames, and an outdoor creative station, fostering their physical and social development. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 25% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children.\n, • Support the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.\n, • Ensure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management.\n, • Support meal preparation and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.\nIdeal Candidate, • Ideally experience in leadership within early years settings., • Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills., • Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance.If you have a passion for leading teams and supporting quality education, apply today!

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Chef to join our catering team at MHA. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet residents’ dietary and nutritional needs, while respecting individual choice, dignity and cultural preferences.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Chef to join our catering team at MHA. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet residents’ dietary and nutritional needs, while respecting individual choice, dignity and cultural preferences.

Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. Are you an experienced contract catering Operations Support Manager who still likes to be involved with Food? Do you want to be part of a growing business with an industry-leading social impact agenda? We’re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role… Job Title: Operations Support Manager / Area Support Manager Area Covering: Hertfordshire & Surrounding Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 45 hours per week Working Weeks: 52 weeks per year (25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays) Pay Details: £40,000 per year plus car allowance of £3840 per year (paid monthly) Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% ( Discretionary ) of salary based on performance, free meals on shift, uniform, pension and other great company benefits What’s this all about? Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Operations Support Managers to join our team. Geographically, you will support the operations manager across their portfolio of sites. You will need multisite management experience, a passion for food and service and craft skills to support in the kitchen when needed Can you... Manage, inspire, and engage the teams? Understand, track, and manage the schools’ restaurant profit contribution to the business, being conscious of our food and service offering and client expectations? Meet with clients and stakeholders to build effective relationships, gain trust, and drive our shared goal of feeding more students, better food? It’s all “me, me, me” You will have managed at least 4 sites; managing and guiding the chef managers with the day-to-day running of the site as well as building excellent client relationships. A chef by trade and still be happy to be in the kitchen when needed You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. You will also be self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won’t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you’re doing What’s in it for me? We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we’ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers... Next steps… If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role… Job Title: Cook Manager School Location: Uxbridge area - initally starting at Ryefield Primary School (UB10) Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am-3:30pm (35 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £26,500 per Annum What will I be doing? As a Cook Manager, you’ll lead a friendly kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to students each day. This is a hands-on management role, where you’ll oversee the kitchen, support your team, and ensure smooth service. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team, • Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school, • Planning menus, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards, • Liaising directly with onsite clients and stakeholders, • Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments, • Skilled in preparing fresh, seasonal food, • Strong people management and team leadership skills, • Good organisational and communication skills, • A proactive, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards, • Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends, • All school holidays off, • Opportunities for training, development, and career progression, • Access to free qualifications, • Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Please note: An interview, trade test & kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We’re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role… Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: Turing House School, Whitton, TW2 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30am-3.30pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £38,000 per year Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), Free meals onshift & IFG uniform Company pension and other great IFG benefits Your Background… We’re open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We’re not in the business of making school food, we’re here to make good food, after all, that’s why our clients and customers love us! What’s in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we’ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers... Next steps… If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. We’re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. We are recruiting for a Central Support Chef to work with our fantastic team covering a portfolio of schools . You will assist with the training and development of our onsite chefs, cover sickness across our sites and be part of the mobilisation team. Due to this being an area role you will need a full uk driving licence and access to your own vehicle The role… Job Title: Central Support Chef Area Covering: Uxbridge, Maidenhead, Slough & surrounding Areas Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 45 hours per week Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (Term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks)) Pay Details: £35,000 per year plus mileage claimed back Benefits: Free meals on shift, uniform, pension and other great company benefits What’s this all about? Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Chef Manager to join our team. Geographically, you will support the operations manager across their portfolio of sites. You will need chef management experience (ideally from secondary education) , a passion for food and service and craft skills to support in the kitchen when needed You will also be self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. What’s in it for me? So maybe you fancy having your weekends back, school holidays off, no more late nights and split shifts? We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we’ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers... Next steps… If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our Eurest team based in Uxbridge. Proven experience as a Chef Manager within a contract catering or high-volume food service environment.

A leading catering company in Watford is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join their team at the Harry Potter Studio.

A staffing agency in the UK is seeking experienced chefs for temporary roles that may lead to permanent positions.Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of catering experience, a level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, and the ability to produce high-quality dishes in a busy kitchen.Responsibilities

A leading contract catering company in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Sous Chef for St Margaret's School in Bushey.

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for Ashfield Junior School in Bushey.

The successful Chef de Partie will work alongside the Head Chef and Sous to assist with and ensure the successful execution of the day to day business and catering needs of their section. Our client is looking for a chef de partie for their hotel near Edgware. The key tasks will be to ensure food qu

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Catering Manager to join the team at Heath Mount School. Proven experience in catering management or similar senior chef role, ideally in a school or large-scale catering environment. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering s

Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work? Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti‑social hours? We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard‑working and friendly catering team, to create del

A leading community care organization in Stanmore is seeking a Relief Chef de Partie to support its Hospitality Team.The role involves assisting the Sous Chef in managing catering functions in Homes and Community Centres, ensuring high standards of food service and customer care.Candidates should ho

Aramark UK is looking to hire an experienced Sous Chef to join our team on a full time and permanent basis on site at the Harry Potter Studio, WD25 7LP. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private ind

Agency Chef de Partie - Hertfordshire | £16-£17 per hour | Weekly Pay Join one of the UK's leading hospitality agencies and take control of your schedule. Hamilton Mayday is a trusted provider of high-quality hospitality staff across London and the surrounding counties. We offer opportunities to work in a variety of settings, including hotels, restaurants, contract catering sites, and event venues across Hertfordshire. With a busy season ahead, we are looking for experienced Chef de Parties to join our team and support clients across the region. The Role As an Agency Chef de Partie, you'll work in a range of professional kitchens, delivering high standards of food preparation while supporting teams in fast-paced environments. What We're Looking For * Proven experience as a Chef de Partie * Ability to thrive in fast-paced kitchens * A professional, reliable, and flexible approach * Own chef whites, knives, and safety shoes * Right to work in the UK * A valid DBS certificate (preferred) * Access to a car and ability to travel to various sites What We Offer * Competitive pay: £16-£17 per hour * Weekly pay * Flexible shifts - choose when and where you work * Opportunity to work across a variety of venues * Friendly and supportive team If you're ready for flexible work and great opportunities across Hertfordshire, apply today with your updated CV. We look forward to working with you. Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted

Part of Oak View Group (OVG), Rhubarb is a premium hospitality collective specialising in luxury event catering, restaurant dining and hospitality. Rhubarb deliver unique dining and venue management at some of the worlds most iconic locations. With over twenty five years of experience,Rhubarbproudly create and deliver iconic events in London and beyond. From beautiful canapé receptions spectacular summer parties, weddings, corporate launches and charity gala dinners, we deliver events with deliciously different flair and more WOW factor than you can imagine. Role Purpose Head Pastry Chef Rhubarb Hospitality London Events Salary: Up to £60K based in South West London We're looking for a visionary Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team and craft unforgettable experiences, from show stopping plated desserts to interactive pudding stations and exquisite petit fours that guests can't stop photographing. This isn't your typical pastry role. You'll be working at some of the UK's most prestigious events: movie premieres rubbing shoulders with A-listers, Wimbledon's hallowed grounds, and the elegance of Royal Ascot. Every day brings something different. What makes this role exciting: Variety every day tastings, client demos, venue visits, and creative showcases Lead a talented team of 7 pastry professionals across London Freedom to innovate with no creative limits Work / life balance that actually exists Primarily daytime hours with flexibility for select evening events and weekends. Because great pastry chefs deserve great lives too. What we're looking for: Strong background in fine dining (Michelin-starred restaurants or 5-star hotels) Proven leadership and team management experience Passion for creativity and staying ahead of pastry trends High standards with a fun, collaborative approach What you'll get: Competitive salary up to £60K Management development program to advance your career 40% discount across all our restaurants and venues Meals provided on duty Career opportunities across our international business Support from one of London's top culinary teams Outstanding employee recognition programs TPBN1_UKCT

Chef de Partie Working hours: 48 hours per week Role Overview As Chef de Partie , you will lead the culinary operations of our aviation-focused catering kitchen, ensuring every dish reflects the highest standards of luxury, precision, and consistency required for premium private aviation. You will oversee the full kitchen team, maintain exceptional quality control, and ensure flawless execution for both high-volume production and bespoke VIP requests. Key Responsibilities Culinary Leadership & Menu Excellence Lead the Planning, and execution of luxury menus tailored to private aviation, ensuring impeccable taste, presentation, and consistency. Set and uphold exacting culinary standards across all sections, ensuring every dish meets brand expectations and aviation-specific requirements. Oversee the creation of bespoke dishes for VIP clients, including tailored dietary requests and last-minute adjustments. Operational Management Manage and supervise all daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow, organisation, and optimal productivity across the team. Ensure all mise en place is completed to exceptional standards and within strict timelines. Coordinate with procurement to forecast needs, maintain ingredient quality, manage stock rotation, and proactively identify shortages or quality concerns. Oversee precise labelling, packaging, and storage of all dishes to ensure safe transit and premium inflight presentation. Team Development & Leadership Lead, motivate, and mentor the kitchen team, providing training, guidance, and development to junior chefs, sous chefs, and production staff. Uphold a disciplined, calm, and collaborative working culture that supports efficiency and high performance. Conduct performance reviews and support recruitment efforts to build a strong, skilled culinary team. Quality, Safety & Compliance Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, HACCP standards, and aviation-specific protocols, ensuring full traceability and best-practice handling at all times. Implement and monitor quality-control procedures to ensure consistency across all dishes departing the kitchen. Work closely with operational and logistics teams to ensure seamless production and dispatch workflows. Communication & Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate with management, operations, and client-facing teams to ensure client expectations are understood and exceeded. Communicate effectively with the wider team to ensure daily priorities, deadlines, and service levels are met. Represent the culinary team during internal and external tastings, audits, and client visits when required. TPBN1_UKCT

Were a multi award-winning contract catering company, with a team of trained foodies serving over 45,500 satisfied customers every day. We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join our team. This is a Head Chef position to work from Monday to Friday. Youre inspired by the ingredients you work with to create seasonal, balanced and nutritious menus. Youll recruit, lead, manage and develop your own team, using your proven kitchen management experience and engaging communication skills. Ensuring our standards are met or exceeded, youll work with each site team to keep food innovation firmly on the agenda and achieve excellent GPs. You will work with a group of General Managers to buildand maintain the relationship between our companysFoodie cultures and the goals of our clients. Being a part of our culture of learning is important at BM Caterers. Thats why youll attend our forums andlead craft workshops - to keep up-to-date with food innovation across the company as well as understanding the trends on the High Street. Continuous development extends to your team too, and youll provide the strong leadership and coaching needed to keep standards and performance at the highest level, always encouraging new initiatives. Being in the kitchen doesnt mean you wont see your customers. We expect you to interact regularly with the people who enjoy our food to measure success and gain inspiration for new ideas and to maximise sales with our concepts and innovations. Our benefits include: • An annual day off for your birthday! - Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs. - Fully funded development courses ranging from levels 2 to 7. - Discounts and cashback at a wide variety of retail and leisure outlets. - Cycle-to-work scheme. - Freedom Friday a paid day off to volunteer at a charity of your choice. - Free lunch every workday! - 24/7 access to the Mental Health Charter App. - Enhanced parental leave benefits. - Paid leave for fertility treatments. - Grandparent leave to support your loved ones with their new arrival. Explore all benefits and more by visitingBM Caterers website TPBN1_UKCT

We are looking for experienced and reliable Chef de Parties to join an exciting opportunity working at one of the most prestigious sporting events in the world. This is a unique chance to be part of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, supporting high-end catering operations throughout the tournament. Candidates must be fully available for the full duration of the event, including all preparation days across June and July. Commitment and flexibility are essential, as this is a fast-paced, high-profile environment. You will be working alongside professional kitchen teams delivering exceptional food standards, so a strong background in busy hospitality settings is required. You must be confident running your own section, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation, and working efficiently under pressure. All chefs must be prepared, punctual, and ready to contribute to a smooth and successful service at this illustrious event. Pay starts from £17.50 per hour. If you are looking to be part of a world-class event and bring your skills to an elite catering environment, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKCT

Chef de Partie Events & Prep Shift Change Hospitality is looking for reliable and experienced Chef de Parties to work on exciting events and prep shifts in and around South West London If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working across various venues, cuisines, and events , we have the perfect role for you! What We Offer: Flexible shifts across a variety of events and locations Competitive weekly pay Opportunities to gain experience in high-end catering What Were Looking For: Strong Chef de Parties with event and prep experience Ability to adapt to different kitchens and teams A positive, can-do attitude and reliability Requirements: Chef whites, knives, and safety shoes Level 2 Health & Hygiene/Safety certification & Allengers Passion for working in a dynamic and varied environment Ready to get started? Apply today! We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence. TPBN1_UKCT

Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel.It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do - we live to bring food and people together. We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday.Come and join our award-winning teams - we are currently recruiting for an Head Chef to join our team in Uxbridge. Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum Working pattern: Monday to Friday 40 hours (7am - 3:30pm) Location: Denham, Uxbridge, UB9 5HJ Key responsibilities: Lead kitchen operations for a high-end, newly built restaurant space Plan and deliver high-quality, plated cuisine in a fast-paced environment Manage stock, ordering, and food cost control Ensure all food is prepared to a consistently high standard Support menu development aligned with a modern, premium concept Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards Start by managing a small team (1-2), growing with the site Our Ideal Candidate: Background in fast-paced, high-quality environments (e.g. premium QSR like Leon) Commercially aware with a strong focus on service speed and quality Experience in workplace catering is a bonus, but not essential Adaptable and comfortable in a brand-new, evolving concept Strong leadership skills with the ability to grow teams Hands-on, proactive, and excited by a flagship opening What's in it for you? Working with Gather and Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Holiday allowance Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Eye care A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Family friendly support Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Volunteering days Professional subscriptions Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers TPBN1_UKCT

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together. Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary. From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone. About the Venue Managed by Rhubarb Hospitality Collection, the iconic Royal Albert Hall operation consists of 3 restaurants, 14 bars, 1 retail outlet, 147 hospitality boxes and events for up to 2000 people. Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Head Chef Events to take full ownership of the planning, preparation and delivery of all event catering at the Royal Albert Hall. Working closely with the Culinary Senior Team, Events and Hospitality leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring every event is delivered to the highest possible standard, reflecting the prestige and heritage of the venue. This is a genuinely demanding and high profile operation. The scale of the Royal Albert Hall, the variety of events and the expectation of consistency across large volumes require a senior chef who is calm under pressure, highly organised and confident leading large teams in a fast paced environment. You will play a key role within a multi stakeholder operation, working closely with events, hospitality, procurement, operations and building management to ensure seamless delivery. What you'll be doing Leading all culinary operations for events at the Royal Albert Hall, including concerts, gala dinners, corporate events, private hires and VIP hospitality Planning, developing and delivering event menus that balance creativity, quality and commercial performance in line with the Royal Albert Halls standards Managing large scale event preparation and service, ensuring kitchens are fully prepared, correctly staffed and appropriately resourced for each event Leading, scheduling and motivating large kitchen brigades, setting clear standards, managing rotas and supporting training and development Working closely with Events, Hospitality and Operations teams to ensure food offer, service style and delivery align with event requirements Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety across all event kitchens at all times Ensuring full compliance with allergen legislation, dietary requirements and due diligence documentation Representing the Royal Albert Hall as a senior culinary figure during high profile and VIP events What we're looking for You will come from a luxury hotel, major events venue, cultural institution or large scale hospitality operation, operating in a comparable senior events catering role. Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within large scale event or banqueting operations Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate and develop large and diverse kitchen teams Excellent organisational skills and the ability to maintain control and consistency within complex operations A calm, confident and solutions focused approach in high pressure environments Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders Comprehensive knowledge of food safety legislation, allergen compliance, COSHH and health and safety within a professional catering environment Good to know Please note, this role pays £50,000 - 54,716 (inclusive of tronc) DOE and is 100% on site at the Royal Albert Hall Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement Learning and Development opportunities Pension Scheme Staff social events throughout the year Free meals on duty Employee Assistance Programme Referral Scheme Our Inclusion Commitments OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, wed love to hear from you. If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. TPBN1_UKCT

Job Title: Event Sous Chef Location: Watford Salary: £40,000 per annum + Paid Overtime Hours: 45 per week The Opportunity We are looking for a passionate and accomplished Event Sous Chef to join a vibrant culinary team in Watford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef with a strong hospitality background who is eager to showcase creativity and precision across a diverse portfolio of events. From elegant corporate functions to high-end private occasions, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The Role Working closely with the Head Chef, you will be instrumental in the planning, preparation, and execution of menus tailored to a variety of events. You will take the lead in the kitchen during service, ensuring seamless delivery, impeccable presentation, and the highest culinary standards. Experience in fine dining, events, or la carte restaurants would be advantageous. Ability to plan work efficiently, manage time effectively, and work on your own initiative. Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop bespoke menus and catering packages within budget constraints. Strong culinary skills and a solid understanding of current food trends. Consistently maintain and deliver high standards of food quality. A genuine passion for food is essential. Ensure compliance with all current food safety and health & safety regulations. Adaptability to meet varying client needs is important. Key Responsibilities Collaborate on innovative, seasonally inspired menus for a wide range of events Lead and coordinate kitchen operations during live service Uphold exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene Support stock management, ordering, and efficient kitchen organisation Mentor and guide junior chefs, fostering a positive team culture About You Experienced at Sous Chef level within hospitality or event catering Calm and confident in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment Creative flair combined with strong attention to detail Excellent leadership and communication skills Flexible and committed, with a genuine passion for food and service Working Pattern 5 days out of 7 Predominantly Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and evening commitments Varied hours in line with event schedules Overtime/time in lieu paid for additional hours worked What We Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum Generous overtime structure The chance to work on exciting, high-quality events A supportive, professional, and forward-thinking kitchen environment Perks Free parking or shuttle bus to Watford Central Complimentary on-site gym membership 30% discount on merchandise Free tickets for family and friends If youre ready to take the next step in your culinary career and be part of a team that delivers memorable food experiences, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKCT

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together. Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary. From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone. About the Venue Managed by Rhubarb Hospitality Collection, the iconic Royal Albert Hall operation consists of 3 restaurants, 14 bars, 1 retail outlet, 147 hospitality boxes and events for up to 2000 people. Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef Events to support the delivery of exceptional event catering at the Royal Albert Hall. Working closely with the Head Chef Events and the wider Culinary Senior Team, you will play a key role in the planning, preparation and execution of food operations across a diverse and high profile events programme. This is a demanding and fast paced role within a complex operation. The scale of the Royal Albert Hall, combined with the variety and volume of events, requires a highly organised, hands on chef who leads confidently under pressure. You will be an integral part of a multi stakeholder operation, working collaboratively with events, hospitality, logistics and operations teams to ensure consistently high standards. What you'll be doing Supporting the Head Chef Events in the delivery of all culinary operations for events, including concerts, gala dinners, corporate events, private hires and VIP hospitality Assisting with the planning, development and execution of event menus, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation meet Royal Albert Hall standards Overseeing day to day kitchen operations for events, including preparation, production and service Leading and supervising kitchen teams during event preparation and live service, ensuring standards, procedures and timings are consistently met Supporting kitchen logistics, including production planning, stock usage and post event breakdown Working closely with Events, Hospitality and Operations teams to ensure food delivery aligns with event formats and guest expectations Maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety, ensuring full compliance at all times Ensuring allergen information, dietary requirements and due diligence documentation are accurately followed and maintained What we're looking for You will come from a luxury hotel, major events venue, cultural institution or high volume hospitality operation, with experience in large scale event catering or banqueting. Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef within a high volume or events focused kitchen Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, train and motivate large kitchen teams Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail within complex operational environments A calm, professional and solutions focused approach when working under pressure Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior chefs and multiple departments Sound knowledge of food safety legislation, allergen compliance, COSHH and health and safety requirements Experience working across multiple kitchens or large event operations would be highly advantageous Good to know Please note, this role pays £48,000 - 50,880 (inclusive of tronc) DOE and is 100% on site at the Royal Albert Hall Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement Learning and Development opportunities Pension Scheme Staff social events throughout the year Free meals on duty Employee Assistance Programme Referral Scheme Our Inclusion Commitments OVG is for everyone. Diversity d rives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, wed love to hear from you. If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. TPBN1_UKCT

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