💼 Full-Time Position

Head Chef - Event Catering

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ILLUME RECRUITMENT
📍 london, england, United-Kingdom
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Location
london, United-Kingdom
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Posted
June 20, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Head Chef - London - 70k-75k

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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 meetin...