Overview
Head Chef – Livery Hall & Events – £60K to £63K
Looking for a Head Chef role where you can lead from the front, but still be supported by a strong senior team?
We’re recruiting a Head Chef for a prestigious London livery venue, delivering high-end events, fine dining and exclusive-use functions in a beautifully structured operation.
This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a well-run kitchen, take real ownership of day-to-day operations, and be the driving force behind service when it matters most.
The Offer
- £60,000 to £63,000 salary.
- 40-hour contract.
- Time off in lieu.
- Closed over Christmas (on top of holiday allowance).
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 31).
- Up to 18% pension.
- Private medical, life assurance & income protection.
- Season ticket loan + salary sacrifice schemes.
The Operation
- Prestigious, high-end livery venue.
- Premium events: corporate, weddings, banqueting & awards.
- Exclusive-use model – one event at a time (no chaos, full focus).
- 4 event spaces.
- Main Hall up to 270 guests.
- Additional rooms: 150–200 guests.
The Food
- Fine-dining led menus.
- High-end banqueting & plated service.
- Premium events with a focus on quality over volume.
- Creative input alongside the Executive Chef.
- Balance of volume and precision-led cooking.
The Role
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations.
- Run service when senior leadership are off-site.
- Own kitchen organisation, prep & standards.
- Be the consistent, calm leader the team relies on.
About You, The Head Chef
- Proven Head Chef experience in fine dining & event’s is key.
- Background in livery halls, private members clubs or luxury hotels.
- 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
Job Tenure: Permanent
