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Head / Executive Chef High-End Events
£55K£70K + Bonus & Private Healthcare
Hackney Wick (Prep Kitchen) + On-Site at Events Across London
45 Hours per Week with Flexibility
A respected, independent event catering company is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head or Executive Chef to lead its kitchen operation into an exciting new chapter. With a reputation for beautifully executed events and creative, seasonal food, this is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded team at a pivotal leadership level.
- Lead and inspire a dedicated kitchen brigade delivering exceptional food across a wide range of London venues
- Oversee day-to-day prep at the companys central kitchen in Hackney Wick
- Take ownership of menu development, tastings, logistics, costings, and team development
- Collaborate closely with the leadership team on operations, planning, and business growth
- Maintain exceptional standards in food safety, allergen control, and compliance
- Be client-facing when required and champion a positive kitchen culture
- Proven experience as a Head Chef in the event catering sector
- Ready to step into an Executive Chef-level role, with strategic and commercial awareness
- Strong leader and communicator who thrives in both the kitchen and front-of-house situations
- Organised, calm under pressure, and adept at running multi-venue, multi-format events
- Passionate about premium, seasonal food and team mentorship
- A problem-solver with excellent attention to detail and operational oversight
- £55,000 £70,000 depending on experience and role title
- Company bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Wellbeing support (EAP & Counselling)
- Cooked meals during shifts
- Ongoing training & development opportunities
- Dynamic, collaborative environment working on premium events
- This is a confidential search at the leadership level and will be managed discreetly
- Interviews will be held off-site initially
- The process includes a three-stage interview with a cooking trial
If you are currently a Head Chef or a Senior Sous looking to step up into a bigger leadership role, and you're excited by high-end, creative event cateringthis is your moment to shape the future of a truly exceptional kitchen team.
Apply confidentially today.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence.
