Head Chef Contract Catering - Mon-Fri Fine Dining Quality.
Location:
W1
Salary: 55K
Are you a talented Head Chef who loves fine dining, beautiful presentation, and delivering food with real finesse?
This is a rare opportunity for a Head Chef to join one of the most impressive corporate hospitality kitchens in the city, working for a leading contract caterer that genuinely values quality, creativity, and work-life balance.
Forget split shifts and endless weekends. This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule, while still providing the opportunity to earn excellent overtime through regular evening events and hospitality functions.
Leading a team of 6, the Head Chef will oversee an exceptional hospitality operation delivering:
Fine dining experiences
Executive working lunches
Luxury canapé receptions
Client entertaining
High-profile corporate events
This is a role for a creative Head Chef who wants the freedom to develop menus, showcase their craft skills, and work closely with the client to create memorable food experiences.
What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Head Chef within fine dining, luxury hospitality, events, or premium catering
Exceptional culinary craft skills and attention to detail
Passion for seasonal ingredients and modern menu development
Strong financial awareness with experience in menu costing and food margins
Excellent food hygiene standards and up-to-date allergen knowledge
Ability to create, cost, and deliver innovative hospitality menus
Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
A hands-on approach and commitment to delivering outstanding food every day
What's In It For You? Monday to Friday working pattern
Excellent work-life balance
Regular paid overtime through evening hospitality and events
Full autonomy to create menus and influence the food offer
Lead a talented brigade of 6 chefs
Work within a stunning corporate hospitality environment
Join a respected contract catering business with genuine career progression
This Head Chef opportunity is perfect for someone who still wants to cook at a high level, create exciting food, and lead a successful kitchen—without sacrificing every evening and weekend.
If you're a passionate Head Chef ready for the next stage of your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites
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Head Chef - Hospitality in London employer: Berkeley Scott
As a Restaurant Manager at our Michelin Star establishment in the stunning Scottish Highlands, you will be part of a prestigious team dedicated to excellence in fine dining. We offer competitive salaries, generous tronc, and unique benefits such as private live-in accommodation and discounts on hotel rooms, all within a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Join us to elevate your career in an environment that values quality, creativity, and exceptional service.
