Head Chef - Luxury Events Catering – North-East London - £65,000-£70,000
We're recruiting an experienced Head Chef to lead a brand-new central production kitchen in North East London, delivering exceptional food for luxury events across London and the Sout-East.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a growing events operation, with genuine creative freedom, premium British produce and events ranging from intimate private dining to 1,000+ guest celebrations.
Salary & Benefits
- £65,000-£70,000
- 48-hour contract
- Performance bonus
- Private healthcare
- Company pension
- 28 days' holiday including bank holidays
- Training and career progression
The Operation
- Brand-new CPU in North-East London.
- Luxury weddings, private dining and corporate events
- Bespoke menus for every client
- Events from 20 to 1,000 guests
- Around 45 kitchen employees, including freelancers
- Modern British food with restaurant-quality presentation
The Role
- Lead the CPU and overall kitchen operation
- Plan and deliver multiple high-end events
- Create seasonal menus using premium British produce
- Lead, coach and develop the kitchen brigade
- Oversee production, prep and event logistics
- Manage food costs, labour and kitchen performance
- Drive creativity, presentation and new food ideas
About You
- Experienced Head Chef from premium events, banqueting or luxury hospitality
- Strong experience leading busy production kitchens and large teams
- Passionate about modern British food and seasonal produce
- Creative, commercially aware and highly organised
- Hands‑on, reliable and comfortable delivering at scale
If you're looking for a Head Chef role in North-East London paying up to £70,000, with a new CPU, genuine creative freedom and some incredible events to get stuck into, we'd love to hear from you.
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Head Chef - Luxury Event Catering employer: COREcruitment Ltd
Join a vibrant and growing hospitality group in the heart of London, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience. With a strong focus on personal development and a supportive work culture led by an inspiring mentor, this position offers unique opportunities for growth and collaboration within a dynamic team. Enjoy the benefits of working in a fast-paced environment that values innovation and employee welfare, all while being part of a company with ambitious plans for the future.
