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Head Chef - Premium Events & Catering
Job in
City Of London, Central London, Greater London, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-07
Listing for:
COREcruitment Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-07
Job specializations:
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Catering, Food & Beverage
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Head Chef
- Premium Events Catering
- London - £65,000-£70,000 + Paid Overtime
Head Chef | Luxury Events | Corporate Hospitality | Monday to Friday | Work-Life Balance | London
Looking for an events role without sacrificing your work-life balance?
We're recruiting a talented Head Chef to join one of London's leading premium events and catering businesses.
With a 45-hour contract
, around 70% Monday to Friday working
, paid overtime and a supportive chef-led culture, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the excitement of luxury events while maintaining a genuine work-life balance.
- £65,000-£70,000
- Performance bonus
- Paid overtime for every event
- Realistic £8,000-£10,000 additional earnings
- 45-hour contract
- Around 70% Monday to Friday working
- Typical hours 8:00am-5:00pm
- 30 days' holiday
- Company pension
- Free meals on duty
- Uniform provided
- Genuine career progression
- One of London's leading premium events businesses.
- Luxury weddings, private dining and corporate events.
- Prestigious venues and high-profile clients.
- Premium canapés, bowl food and plated dining.
- Fresh seasonal menus with creative freedom.
- Strong investment in chefs and kitchen development.
- Supportive senior leadership team.
- A genuine focus on work-life balance.
- Lead the kitchen across production and live events
- Inspire and develop a talented brigade
- Deliver exceptional food across luxury events
- Drive menu development and innovation
- Maintain outstanding food quality and presentation
- Lead the kitchen team across production and events.
- Inspire, develop and mentor chefs.
- Drive food quality and presentation standards.
- Support menu development and innovation.
- Ensure smooth event delivery.
- Work closely with the senior leadership team.
- Play a key role in the company's continued growth.
- Work closely with senior leadership on operational success.
- Previous Head Chef experience within events, hospitality or premium contract catering.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Passion for fresh, seasonal food.
- Experience delivering high-end hospitality.
- Calm under pressure with exceptional attention to detail.
- Looking to join a business where people are valued as much as the food.
- Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.
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