Group Head Chef - Events

We’re recruiting a Group Head Chef to take full ownership of two high-profile venues delivering elevated event hospitality and refined fine-dining experiences across Central London.

This is a true senior leadership position, overseeing a £4 million food operation spanning a fast-paced retail-style deli alongside premium dining and large-scale, high-end events. It’s a role that blends creativity with commercial accountability.

If you are a commercially sharp Group Head Chef with a proven fine-dining and events background - someone who understands GP, drives standards relentlessly and leads from the front - this is a rare opportunity to step into a flagship London operation with real visibility, scale and impact!

The offer

£55,000 – £60,000 per annumBonus scheme Pension, healthcare and more!Senior leadership position within an established operatorAutonomy to shape standards, performance and culture

The operation

Two iconic sites in London.£4 million annual food revenue across F&B and events.Approx. £2,000 per day through the deli alone.Multiple revenue streams: deli, restaurant, hospitality and events.High-volume trading alongside refined, premium event delivery.

The food

Wholesome, fresh and simplistic deli offer.Sandwiches, seasonal changing menus and lunch salads.High-end dining and premium event catering.Requires strong fine-dining pedigree with large-scale event experience.

The role

Strategic and operational lead across two venues.Manage a team with 5 direct reports.Drive GP, cost control and day-to-day kitchen performance.Accountable for food consistency, standards and financial results.Hands-on leadership – visible, present and performance-driven.

The ideal Group Head Chef

Proven senior leadership experience across multi-outlet or multi-site environments.Strong events background with fine-dining expertise.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

 



  • Location: London, Greater London, England
  • Salary: £55k - 60k per year + Bonus
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Posted: 26-Feb-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com