At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen team and create stunning seasonal menus for prestigious events.
- Company: Renowned Central London venue known for exceptional hospitality and events.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime as time off in lieu, and a vibrant work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, exciting culinary setting.
- Why this job: Take charge of a high-profile kitchen and showcase your culinary creativity.
- Qualifications: Experience in events and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Central London
Working hours: 5 out of 7 – 6am until 3pm, some evening hospitality
Salary: £50,000 per annum, OT taken as TOIL
We are recruiting for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of the kitchen at a prestigious Central London events and hospitality venue. The venue hosts a varied programme of formal dinners, corporate events, private functions, conferences, receptions and banqueting.
The Role
- Leading and developing the kitchen team
- Creating seasonal and bespoke menus
- Delivering food across events and banqueting
- Production planning and kitchen organisation
- Food costing, purchasing, stock and waste control
- Maintaining excellent food quality and presentation
- Managing food safety, allergens and due diligence
- Coordinating additional chefs for larger events
- Working closely with the events, operations and front-of-house teams
About You
We are looking for a confident, hands-on chef with experience in events, banqueting, hotels, contract catering or premium hospitality. You will be creative, highly organised and commercially aware, with strong leadership skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. This is an excellent opportunity for a Head Chef looking to take ownership of a high-profile Central London venue and play a key role in developing its food offering.
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