Development Sous Chef – Exclusive Event Catering Company

Goldenkeys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious event catering company in London is seeking a Development Sous Chef to create visually striking dishes and enhance culinary concepts in a creative kitchen. The ideal candidate has Michelin-level experience and thrives in high-performing environments, focusing on tasting, development, and supporting luxury events. Compensation is competitive with substantial annual leave and a Christmas bonus, providing a unique opportunity to express creativity beyond traditional restaurant constraints.

Benefits

£45,000 to £50,000 per annum

£3,000 Christmas profit share bonus

31 days annual leave

Monday to Friday work schedule

Qualifications

• Ideally from a Michelin-starred background with experience in high-end events.
• Calm, organised and meticulous with a strong sense of flavour balance and presentation.
• Thrives in a private high-performing environment where excellence is the expectation.

Responsibilities

• Focusing on tasting and development working closely with senior chefs.
• Applying Michelin-level skill and understanding to every stage of development.
• Supporting the wider team during major events when required.
• Contributing to a kitchen culture built around precision and creativity.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Kitchen Management Experience

Knife Skills

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Catering

Cooking

Cost Control

Labor Cost Analysis

Sanitation

Kitchen Experience

Job description

Job Description

We are working with one of London's most exclusive event catering companies known for creating exceptional food for luxury venues elite private clients and high‑profile celebrations. This role sits at the centre of their creative kitchen developing new concepts and elevating dishes to a consistently exceptional standard.

They are seeking a Development Sous Chef with Michelin‑level skill strong flavour understanding and the ability to create refined visually striking dishes.

Around 80 percent of the role focuses on tasting and development with 20 percent supporting high‑calibre events.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as a Development Sous Chef

• £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (DOE) plus circa £3,000 Christmas profit share bonus
• Working predominantly Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm with some evening/weekend work
• On average working 1 weekend day a month and 1 evening per week
• 31 days annual leave 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas to New Year off for free
• A rare platform to express your creativity beyond the constraints of traditional restaurants

Responsibilities as a Development Sous Chef

• Focusing on tasting and development working closely with senior chefs to create dishes for luxury events
• Applying Michelin‑level skill and understanding to every stage of development
• Supporting the wider team during major events when required
• Contributing to a kitchen culture built around precision creativity and exceptional standards

We’re looking for someone who is

• Ideally from a Michelin‑starred background with experience in high‑end events
• Calm, organised and meticulous with a strong sense of flavour balance and presentation
• Someone who thrives in a private high‑performing environment where excellence is the expectation

This is a rare opportunity to step into a role where creativity is at the forefront and your input directly shapes some of London's most impressive dining experiences.

If this sounds like your next move we would love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

Key Skills

• Culinary Experience
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Experience
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Kitchen Experience
• Labor Cost Analysis
• Catering
• Cooking
• Cost Control
• Sanitation
• Knife Skills

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1