Head Events Chef - London

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together. Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary. From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone.

With over twenty five years of experience, Rhubarb proudly create and deliver iconic events in London and beyond. From beautiful canap receptions to spectacular summer parties, weddings, corporate launches and charity gala dinners, we deliver events with deliciously different flair and more WOW factor than you can imagine.

We are seeking a Head Events Chef to deliver outstanding culinary experiences across a diverse portfolio of events at Sky Garden. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and operationally strong chef who thrives in a busy events environment. This role is split across 2 locations, with 70% of your time based in SW18 in our central production kitchen and 30% of the time based at Sky Garden delivering events at our flagship venue.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading the planning, preparation and execution of all events at Sky Garden.
• Managing kitchen operations across multiple events and services, ensuring seamless delivery from production through to service.
• Acting as the key culinary liaison between the Rhubarb Events Team and Sky Garden operations.
• Supporting menu development, client tastings and the implementation of innovative food concepts across a variety of event formats.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Lead Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within events, premium catering or high end restaurants.
• Strong background in delivering events.
• Strong communication skills, with experience collaborating closely with operations and event teams.
• Highly organised with the ability to effectively coordinate production, event preparation, and service delivery.

Good to Know:

This is a full time role on a 40 hour a week contract, the role is split between Sky Garden and our South West London Events Kitchen. You'll be involved in the production of event catering and leading the delivery of events at Sky Garden, giving you exposure to the full event lifecycle. The role offers a salary of 55,000, including travel paid when travelling to Sky Garden as well as Lieu time. You'll be joining one of London's leading hospitality and events businesses, delivering everything from intimate VIP dinners and private celebrations to large-scale corporate functions and exclusive hospitality experiences.

Benefits:

• Lieu Time
• Travel to events paid
• Corporate gym membership discounts
• Enhanced parental leave
• Technology purchase scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Food and beverage discounts across the collection
• Ongoing training and professional development

Our Inclusion Commitments:

OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we'd love to hear from you. If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work:

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.