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Head Chef - Event Catering

Posted 2 hours 13 minutes ago by ILLUME RECRUITMENT

Permanent
Full Time
Hospitality & Tourism Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Head Chef - London - 70k-75k

MONDAY-FRIDAY

I am recruiting for a Head Chef for a flagship events catering contract in London however this is not a typical Head Chef role, you will have full culinary ownership - shaping menus, leading teams, managing operations and ensuring consistency and excellence.

Responsibilities
  • Lead, motivate and develop full time and casual kitchen teams
  • Create and deliver menus
  • Manage all food procurement, stock control and waste reduction
  • Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best quality produce at best market value
  • Operate consistently within agreed budgets and due diligence frameworks
  • Ensure quality, consistency and compliance across all kitchen production
  • Uphold Food Safety and Health & Safety standards
  • Manage rotas, hours, holidays and cover
  • Control kitchen costs without compromising guest experience
  • Lead regular team meetings and briefings
  • Invest passionately in the training, mentoring, and progression of your team
Qualifications

All candidates applying for this Head Chef role must have been in a similar role within the last year.

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