Lead Chef – Luxury Event Catering, Ingredient-Driven

Once Upon A Time; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury events catering company in Greater London is seeking a Lead Chef to join their ambitious catering team. This role involves leading a brigade of chefs in a creative kitchen, focused on ingredient-led cooking with high-quality produce. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in quality or luxury events catering and possess strong kitchen management skills. Competitive benefits like staff discounts and additional paid days off are offered.

Benefits

50% staff discount across all restaurants

Team referral bonus

Additional paid day off for your birthday

Staff meal and drinks while on shift

Regular staff socials

Employee Assistance Programme

Investment in training and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Lead Chef in a quality or luxury events role.
• Absolute confidence to lead and support a brigade of chefs.
• Proficient in kitchen management, finances, menu costing, purchasing, stock control.

Skills

Kitchen management

Menu costing

Leadership

Stock control

Job description

A luxury events catering company in Greater London is seeking a Lead Chef to join their ambitious catering team. This role involves leading a brigade of chefs in a creative kitchen, focused on ingredient-led cooking with high-quality produce. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in quality or luxury events catering and possess strong kitchen management skills. Competitive benefits like staff discounts and additional paid days off are offered.