Sous Chef - Luxury Events & Catering

Posted 3 days ago

Sous Chef – Luxury Events & Catering – London – Up to £45,000 + Paid Overtime

We're recruiting a Sous Chef to join one of London's most exciting luxury events and catering businesses.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a Sous Chef who loves great food, enjoys variety and wants to be part of a genuinely foodie team. You'll be working with exceptional produce, delivering everything from intimate private dining and VIP receptions to large-scale luxury events across some incredible venues.

The business is growing; the food is fantastic and there's plenty of opportunity to develop while earning significant overtime on top of your salary!

The Offer

  • £42,000 - £45,000 salary
  • £8,000 - £10,000 annual overtime potential
  • Paid overtime (£20-£25 per hour)
  • Predominantly Monday to Friday
  • Weekend work only occasionally
  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Free meals on duty
  • Uniform provided
  • Late-night taxis provided when required
  • Excellent training and development
  • Clear progression opportunities

The Operation

  • Premium events and hospitality business.
  • Prestigious venues across London.
  • Corporate, private and VIP events.
  • Central Production Unit based in South London.
  • Strong team culture and supportive leadership.

The Food

  • Fine dining event catering.
  • Premium canapés and bowl food.
  • Bespoke private dining experiences
  • Seasonal, ingredient-led menus.
  • High-end hospitality and luxury events.

The Role

  • Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen leadership.
  • Lead prep and live event services.
  • Run smaller events independently.
  • Support and develop junior chefs.
  • Deliver exceptional food and presentation standards.

About You

  • Current Sous Chef or experienced Junior Sous ready to step up.
  • Must have luxury events or premium catering experience.
  • 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