At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead food preparation and service for diverse events across London and beyond.
- Company: Join an award-winning independent events caterer with a passion for exceptional food experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours, opportunity to shape a growing business, and no two days are the same.
- Why this job: Combine creativity and responsibility while delivering outstanding culinary experiences at exciting events.
- Qualifications: Experience in event catering, strong organisational skills, and a calm approach under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Hertford (with events across London and the UK)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (flexibility required around event schedules)
Salary: £45,000–£55,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus performance bonus
About The London Kitchen
The London Kitchen is an independent, award-winning events caterer delivering exceptional food experiences across corporate events, private celebrations, luxury weddings and high-profile venues. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Event Chef to lead our kitchen operations and play a key role in delivering outstanding events.
This is far more than a traditional kitchen role. You will take ownership of food production from preparation through to service, leading by example both in the kitchen and on-site at events.
The Role
Working from our Hertford kitchen, you will oversee the preparation and delivery of food for a diverse range of events across London and beyond. Every week is different, from intimate private dining experiences to large-scale corporate functions.
You will be responsible for ensuring every dish leaves the kitchen to the highest possible standard and that every event runs smoothly from a culinary perspective.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead food preparation for a wide range of corporate, private and large-scale events.
- Manage kitchen production, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation remain exceptional.
- Deliver and oversee food service at events across London and the surrounding areas.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
- Manage stock levels, ordering and supplier relationships.
- Plan efficiently to ensure events are delivered on time and within budget.
- Work closely with the wider operations team to ensure seamless event delivery.
- Lead by example, motivating and supporting junior kitchen staff where required.
- Take ownership of the kitchen during quieter periods, identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and menus.
About You
You will be someone who enjoys the pace and variety of event catering and thrives in an environment where no two days are the same. You will have:
- Proven experience in event catering or high-volume hospitality.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- A calm approach under pressure with excellent problem-solving ability.
- High standards of food quality and presentation.
- The confidence to work independently and take ownership.
- A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends when required.
- A full UK driving licence and confidence driving a van.
What We Offer
- £45,000–£55,000 salary depending on experience.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
- Full-time permanent position (40 hours per week).
- Standard UK holiday entitlement.
- A varied role with no two events the same.
- The opportunity to help shape a growing independent events business.
- A supportive team where your ideas and experience are genuinely valued.
If you are looking for a role that combines creativity, responsibility and the excitement of delivering exceptional events, we would love to hear from you.
