Senior Sous Chef (Events)
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What You'll Be Doing
Leading the planning, preparation and execution of all events at Sky Garden.
Managing kitchen operations across multiple events and services, ensuring seamless delivery from production through to service.
Acting as the key culinary liaison between the Rhubarb Events Team and Sky Garden operations.
Leading, mentoring and developing chefs to deliver event menus, recipes, service styles and presentation standards consistently.
Supporting menu development, client tastings and the implementation of innovative food concepts across a variety of event formats.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within events, banqueting, premium catering.
Strong background in delivering events.
A hands-on leader with the ability to motivate, coach and inspire kitchen teams.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating closely with operations and event teams.
A proactive and solution-focused approach, with the ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic events environment.
Good to Know
This is a fully site-based role split between Sky Garden and our South West London Events Kitchen. You'll be involved in both the production of event catering within our Events Kitchen and the delivery of events at Sky Garden, giving you exposure to the full event lifecycle. The role offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
You'll be joining one of London's leading hospitality and events businesses, delivering everything from intimate VIP dinners and private celebrations to large-scale corporate functions and exclusive hospitality experiences. This is an opportunity to work within a renowned venue while playing a key role in shaping and delivering memorable events.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of up to £55,000 Travel to events paid Corporate gym membership discounts Enhanced parental leave Technology purchase scheme Electric vehicle scheme Food and beverage discounts across the collection Ongoing training and professional development
- OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence.
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Requirements
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within events, banqueting, premium catering.
- Strong background in delivering events.
- A hands-on leader with the ability to motivate, coach and inspire kitchen teams.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating closely with operations and event teams.
- A proactive and solution-focused approach, with the ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic events environment.
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