Junior Sous Chef – Luxury Events & Catering – London – £40,000 + Paid Overtime

We’re recruiting a Junior Sous Chef to join a premium events and luxury catering business delivering high-end food across some of London’s most prestigious venues.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a strong events chef looking to step into a senior kitchen role within a well-structured, food-led operation.

The Offer

• £40,000 salary
• Paid overtime
• Additional earnings during busy events periods
• Predominantly Monday to Friday
• Late-night taxis provided when needed
• Excellent work–life balance for the sector
• High-profile London events and venues
• Strong senior team and development opportunities

The Operation

• Luxury events and premium catering business.
• Mix of production kitchen and live events.
• High-end corporate, private and VIP events.
• Fast-paced but organised kitchen environment.
• Strong reputation within the London events market.

The Food

• Fine-dining level event catering.
• High-end canapés and bowl food.
• Plated dinners and premium hospitality.
• Fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Modern British and European menus.

The Role

• Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef daily.
• Run sections within prep kitchen and live events.
• Lead junior chefs during busy services.
• Support canapé events, seated dinners and hospitality.
• Maintain excellent food presentation and consistency.
• Help manage kitchen organisation and prep.
• Work calmly during high-volume events.

About You

• Current Junior Sous Chef or strong CDP ready to step up.
• Must have luxury events or premium catering experience.
• 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