Experienced Sous chefs and Head chefs

Arc Hospitality

London•£19–£25 p/h (role & experience dependent)•Part time•Temporary

OVERVIEW


We are recruiting highly experienced Sous Chefs and Head Chefs to work with us across a variety of clients and venues in London and the surrounding areas.

These are senior chef positions suited to chefs who are confident taking responsibility for a kitchen, leading a brigade and delivering consistently high standards in busy, fast-paced environments.

You may be working alongside established kitchen teams or stepping into a kitchen where you are expected to take charge, so you need to be confident walking into a new kitchen, quickly understanding how it operates and leading service professionally and efficiently.

We are looking for experienced, reliable chefs who take pride in their work, represent themselves well and can maintain high standards even under pressure.

Experience within large-scale banqueting, events, hotels, contract catering or other high-volume environments is highly desirable. You should have substantial experience working at Sous Chef or Head Chef level and be comfortable managing a team during service.

You will also have the opportunity to work with us across other venues and events, giving you the freedom to choose the shifts that suit you.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career, build experience across a variety of prestigious venues and work alongside some of the industry's leading chefs and hospitality teams.

Requirements for the Role

  • Significant professional kitchen experience at Sous Chef or Head Chef level
  • Proven experience leading and managing a kitchen team
  • Confident running a section and/or taking responsibility for the full kitchen operation
  • Experience working in busy, fast-paced environments
  • Large-scale banqueting, events, hotel or high-volume catering experience is preferable
  • Valid Food Safety Level 2 & Food Allergens certificates – we can provide these if needed
  • NVQ Level 2/3 Professional Cookery (or equivalent) is preferable, alongside relevant senior-level experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm and organised during busy services
  • Ability to walk into new kitchens and adapt quickly to different ways of working
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality
  • A professional attitude and excellent work ethic
  • Eligible to work in the UK

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead and support kitchen brigades to deliver successful and efficient services
  • Take responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of senior management, where required
  • Organise and manage kitchen sections effectively
  • Ensure food is prepared, cooked and presented to the required specification and standard
  • Oversee the smooth running of service and respond effectively to operational issues
  • Support menu development and contribute ideas for menu creation and innovation
  • Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control
  • Delegate tasks effectively and ensure the team is working efficiently
  • Train, support and motivate junior members of the kitchen team
  • Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation to the highest standard
  • Manage stock levels, deliveries, waste and portion control
  • Liaise effectively with Front of House staff, management and other departments
  • Ensure all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene standards are maintained
  • Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety at Work, COSHH and other relevant legislation at all times
  • Take responsibility for maintaining a professional and positive kitchen environment

Benefits of Working with Arc

  • Pay rates between £19–£25 per hour, depending on venue, role and experience
  • Hourly paid holiday pay on top of your shift rate – we do not keep your money
  • Flexible hours of work – you pick when you work
  • Opportunity to work at a variety of high-profile venues and events
  • Excellent opportunity for professional development and progression
  • Opportunity to build experience across different kitchen environments
  • Pleasant and professional working environments
  • Temp-to-Perm opportunities available

This is an ideal role for an experienced Sous Chef or Head Chef looking for flexible work, variety and the opportunity to take on senior responsibilities across a range of venues and events.

Apply Now

https://jobs.wearearc.co.uk/

Here’s what to expect:

Application → Online Assessment → Profile & Right to Work → References → Free Training → Final Review → Sign & Get Started

About Arc Hospitality Recruitment Ltd

Arc Hospitality Recruitment Ltd is an employment agency supplying premium seasonal and temporary staff to many of the UK’s leading sporting, leisure, and heritage venues. All work is offered on a temporary basis and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We operate a merit-based recruitment process; due to the high volume of applications received, only those shortlisted will be contacted. Arc is a proud Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Your application and personal data will be handled in line with our Privacy Policy and UK GDPR.

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