Head Chef - Premium Event Caterer

ILLUME RECRUITMENT; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Event Caterer in London is seeking a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef to drive culinary excellence at high-profile events. Based from our South East London cook production unit, you will oversee kitchen operations during venue events across London, from canape receptions to gala dinners.

The ideal candidate has extensive event catering experience, can manage sit-down service for up to 500 guests, works hands-on, and is flexible to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within Event Catering.
• Catering for sit-down meals for up to 500 guests.
• Hands-on approach and readiness to roll up sleeves.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations at events, ensuring high food quality.
• Collaborate with management to meet client standards.
• Oversee staff, hygiene, and food safety during service.

Skills

Event Catering

High-Volume Service

Hands-on Leadership

Job description

Head Chef - Premium Event Caterer - £65k

Are you a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef from the world of Event Catering looking to take the next step in your career? Do you love the fast pace of events, whilst still showing a high level of culinary skill? If so, this will be the role for you.

I am currently recruiting a Head Chef for a Premium Event Caterer, who are proud to caterer for some on London’s’ leading venues, including the Royal Palaces. Reporting in to the MD, you will work alongside the senior management, delivering the very best in food standards

You will be based from their CPU in South East London, regularly working in London at the events, ranging from drinks & canape receptions and bowl food, to fine dining dinners and large banquets.

The ideal Head Chef will have the following skills/ experience;

• Extensive experience within Event Catering.
• Used to catering for sit down meals for up to 500
• A hands-on approach, happy to role up your sleeves and get stuck in.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to suit the demands of the business.

Working predominantly Monday to Friday, with the opportunity to earn overtime at weekends.