Head Chef - Contract Catering

COREcruitment International; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Central London is looking for a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen. This role offers a vibrant environment where creativity meets culinary excellence. You will manage a talented team, craft exceptional menus, and ensure the highest standards in a compliant kitchen. Enjoy a great work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours and the opportunity for career growth. Join us for a rewarding culinary experience!

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000

Monday to Friday - great work-life balance

Bonus scheme

Creative control over the menu

Career growth opportunities

Exclusive discounts and pension scheme

Free gym membership and wellness events

Qualifications

• Experience from top restaurants or catering.
• Passion for food and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Craft extraordinary menus from canapés to weddings.
• Manage P&Ls, cost control, and stock.
• Inspire and lead the kitchen team.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Job description

We’re seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a unique Business & Industry workspace in Central London. Housed in a stunning warehouse, the Head Chef role offers a relaxed yet vibrant environment with incredible food, fitness facilities, and a busy events programme.

We need a Head Chef to craft extraordinary menus, from canapés to weddings, while managing P&Ls, cost control, and stock. Maintaining a pristine, compliant kitchen, you’ll inspire and lead your team with creativity and high standards! This is a Monday to Friday role for a Head Chef with paid overtime for events you lead.

Head Chef Benefits:

• Salary up to £60,000
• Monday to Friday - great work-life balance
• Bonus scheme
• Creative control over the menu
• Career growth opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and pension scheme
• Free gym membership and wellness events

Head Chef Requirements:

• Seeking a Head Chef from top restaurants, catering, or standalone concepts, with a passion for food and sharp organisational skills.

• Staying ahead of food trends, you’ll drive quality, training, and continuous improvement, responding proactively to feedback.

• Someone with a genuine love for hospitality and food!

Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply today or send your CV to