Head Chef – Fine Dining (Mon–Fri), Lead 6

Berkeley Scott Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mon-Fri schedule

Overtime opportunities

Autonomy to create menus

Lead a brigade of 6 chefs

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Limited in Central London (W1) is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead a brigade of 6 in a premium contract catering operation. You will oversee fine dining experiences, executive lunches and luxury canapé receptions for corporate clients, with a Mon-Fri schedule and paid overtime opportunities.

The role emphasizes creative menu development, meticulous presentation and strong leadership within a quality-focused kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef within fine dining, luxury hospitality, events or premium catering.
• Exceptional culinary craft and attention to detail.
• Passion for seasonal ingredients and modern menu development.
• Strong financial awareness with experience in menu costing and food margins.
• Excellent food hygiene standards and up-to-date allergen knowledge.
• Ability to create, cost, and deliver innovative hospitality menus.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Hands-on approach and commitment to delivering outstanding food daily.

Responsibilities

• Lead a brigade of 6 chefs.
• Oversee a premium contract catering operation delivering fine dining experiences, executive working lunches and luxury canapés for corporate clients.
• Develop creative menus in collaboration with clients.
• Maintain meticulous presentation standards and ensure quality across all services.

Skills

Head Chef experience (fine dining)

Menu costing

Food hygiene

Leadership

Job description

Berkeley Scott Limited in Central London (W1) is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead a brigade of 6 in a premium contract catering operation. You will oversee fine dining experiences, executive lunches and luxury canapé receptions for corporate clients, with a Mon-Fri schedule and paid overtime opportunities.

The role emphasizes creative menu development, meticulous presentation and strong leadership within a quality-focused kitchen.