We’re recruiting an Events Head Chef to lead a high-performing kitchen team within a busy central production unit in London.

This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing large-scale food production for workplace catering, hospitality and events across the capital.

If you are a Events Head Chef who thrives fast-paced, quality-driven environment and enjoy both production and occasional event delivery, this is a great opportunity to step into a dynamic, well-structured operation with real scope to make impact in London.

The offer

• £50,000 – £52,000 per annum
• Predominantly daytime hours
• 5 out of 7 days (flexibility required for some weekends)
• Established, supportive and well-organised kitchen environment
• Strong infrastructure and operational support

The operation

• Central Production Unit based in London.
• High-volume food production for workplace catering, hospitality and events.
• Fresh, quality-led menus delivered at scale.
• Seasonal, innovative and commercially focused food offer.
• Occasional on-site event delivery across London.

The role

• Lead the day-to-day running of a busy production kitchen.
• Oversee high-volume output while maintaining exceptional standards of quality and presentation.
• Manage food safety, H&S and allergen compliance across the operation.
• Control ordering, stock, GP and food cost performance.
• Support delivery and execution of hospitality events when required.
• Inspire, develop and retain a motivated kitchen team.

The Events Head Chef

• Proven Head Chef experience within hospitality, events or high-volume production environments.
• Ideally experienced in a CPU or large-scale production kitchen.
• Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com