Head Chef - Event Catering
2 days ago
Clapham
We're recruiting a Head Chef to lead a high-end event catering kitchen based in London , delivering exceptional food for premium corporate events across London, the UK and occasionally internationally. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong Head Chef with an events or event contract catering background to step into a creative, fast-paced environment producing refined, large-scale dining experiences. This role is predominantly 9-5, Mon-Fri with the occasional weekend in London. If you are a highly organised Head Chef who thrives in event production , understands large-scale service and can lead a small but talented team through busy event seasons, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a respected London events catering operation. The offer £55,000 – £60,000 per annum 45-hour contract Mostly Monday–Friday working pattern Limited weekend work (approx. 3 Sundays per year) Time off in lieu for event hours worked The operation Event catering company based in London production kitchen Events delivered across London, nationwide and occasionally internationally Predominantly corporate events with premium clientele Sit-down dinners, canapé receptions and large-scale hospitality Seasonal peaks during summer event periods The food High-end event catering and fine-dining led food Sit-down three-course dinners up to 700 covers Premium canapé receptions and corporate hospitality Occasional festival-style and street food events Strong focus on presentation, precision and high-quality ingredients The role Lead the kitchen production for large-scale event catering Work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver premium event menus Manage a core team of 3 chefs , alongside freelance event chefs Oversee event preparation, logistics and kitchen organisation Support production checks for office catering when required Ensure consistency, quality and efficiency across all events The Head Chef Strong background in high-end event catering or contract catering. Confident delivering large-scale events and fine-dining food. 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 TPBN1_UKCT