Head Chef Events Benugo ZSL Zoo

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to join the Events by Benugo team at ZSL London Zoo.

We Offer:

Rate: 52000 per year

Shifts:

5 days out of 7

Contract:

Full Time

About the Head Chef role:

As Head Chef for Events youll lead the delivery of Benugos food vision across a wide range of internal and external events ensuring consistently high standards across all venues and clients. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a deep understanding of large-scale high-quality event catering.

• Plan organise and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional fresh and seasonal food for events always maintaining the highest standards of taste and presentation
• Oversee the end-to-end culinary execution of events ensuring smooth delivery from prep through to service
• Work closely with the Group Executive Chef to develop creative event-focused menus that excite clients and guests
• Take ownership of ordering supplier relationships and cost control balancing quality with commercial performance
• Ensure full compliance with food safety health & safety and COSHH across all event operations
• Manage rotas and scheduling in line with the dynamic needs of the events calendar
• Coach develop and inspire the team building strong capability within the events kitchen

The ideal candidate will be:

• An experienced events Head Chef with a strong background delivering high-volume high-quality events
• Passionate about creating standout food experiences tailored to a variety of events and audiences
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple events and priorities simultaneously
• A confident leader who thrives in a fast-paced ever-changing environment
• Commercially aware with a solid understanding of margins purchasing labour and food costs

Additional Information :

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
• A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
• Company sick leave
• Company annual leave
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkbox app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

If this sounds like the role for you apply now!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time