Full job descriptionSouth London / Beckenham Area
Are you an ambitious chef looking to step away from the pressures of traditional hospitality and into a corporate environment with better work-life balance, creative freedom, and genuine career progression?
Our client, a leading FTSE 100 organisation, is seeking an experienced and innovative Hospitality Chef. This is a unique opportunity to combine your culinary expertise with client engagement, menu development, and event delivery across a variety of prestigious stakeholder functions within an education environment.
The Role
Working closely with a range of corporate clients, you will take ownership of hospitality events from concept to delivery. You will liaise directly with stakeholders to understand their requirements, create bespoke menus, and work alongside venue-based teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Key responsibilities include:
*Meeting with clients to discuss event requirements, menus, dietary needs, and guest numbers
*Designing creative and innovative menus tailored to each event
*Leading and inspiring kitchen teams at various venues
*Ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service
*Building strong relationships with stakeholders and venue teams
*Managing multiple hospitality functions across the South London and Beckenham area
About You
We are looking for a talented chef who combines excellent culinary skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
You will have:
*Proven experience as a Chef within hospitality.
*A passion for creating exciting and innovative menus
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*The confidence to work with a variety of teams and lead by example
*A professional and personable approach
*Strong organisational and planning skills
Essential Requirements
*Full UK driving licence
*Ability to travel between venues across South London and the Beckenham area
What’s on Offer?
*Opportunity to join a prestigious FTSE 100 organisation
*More regular working hours than traditional hospitality roles
*Significant opportunities for career progression and promotion
*Creative control and menu development responsibility
*A varied and rewarding role working with high-profile stakeholders
*Supportive and professional working environment
If you’re an inspiring chef looking for a fresh challenge outside the traditional restaurant environment, I would love to hear from you.