Creative Head Chef – Master Large-Scale Event Dining

Levy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave and holidays

Healthcare & wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Parental leave

Discounts on entertainment

Gym discounts

Pension & life assurance

Salary finance discounts

Subscriptions & training

Meals on duty

Job summary

The Vox NEC is seeking a Creative Head Chef to lead the high-volume event kitchen and drive the culinary vision across The Vox and ICC. You will oversee day-to-day operations and deliver restaurant-quality dining across conferences, banquets and hospitality.

Joining Levy, you’ll inspire a kitchen team, champion seasonal ingredients, manage costs, and push innovative menus while upholding top food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or senior culinary leader in high-volume events.
• Strong creative flair with ability to create seasonal, innovative menus.
• Experience leading and developing a kitchen team and managing costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the culinary vision across The Vox and ICC.
• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and ensure exceptional events.
• Create seasonal menus and reduce waste with sustainable sourcing.
• Collaborate with sales and events to bring guest experiences to life.
• Lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Sustainability

Food cost control

Kitchen operations

Event catering

Job description

The Vox NEC is seeking a Creative Head Chef to lead the high-volume event kitchen and drive the culinary vision across The Vox and ICC. You will oversee day-to-day operations and deliver restaurant-quality dining across conferences, banquets and hospitality.

Joining Levy, you’ll inspire a kitchen team, champion seasonal ingredients, manage costs, and push innovative menus while upholding top food safety standards.