Sous Chef (Mon-Fri)

HTE Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head Chef for an adult education establishment in London. This role focuses on ensuring timely meal preparation and catering for professional in-house events. The ideal candidate will have fresh food kitchen experience and strong hygiene skills, capable of stepping up from a sous chef or already holding a head chef position. This is a 35-hour contract, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fresh food environment is essential.
• Ability to lead and manage kitchen staff effectively.
• Experience either stepping up from a sous chef role or already in a head chef position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the kitchen and timely meal preparation.
• Organise private meals for meetings and in-house events.
• Perform all standard head chef duties.

Skills

Fresh food kitchen experience

Strong food hygiene skills

Organisational ability

Flair for cooking

Job description

Head Chef – Adult Education Establishment, London

Term: 35 hour contract, Monday to Friday.

Role

As a head chef you will be responsible for the smooth running of the kitchen, ensuring meals are ready on time. You will organise private meals for meetings and cater well for in‑house events that host professionals within the sector. The role includes all standard head chef duties.

Experience & Qualifications

Looking for a head chef with fresh food kitchen experience, strong food hygiene skills, organisational ability, and a flair for cooking. You should be able to elevate the food offering and can either step up from a sous chef or already be a head chef.

Location & Contract

London – Adult education setting (not a school canteen). 35‑hour contract, Monday to Friday.

Application

All candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship cannot be provided.