Head Chef – 55-60k – New Opening – Flagship siteOne of the best opportunities I have seen for a Head... Head Chef – 55-60k – New Opening – Flagship siteOne of the best opportunities I have seen for a Head Chef to lead the flagship opening of a premium, fast-paced brand from a Michelin-starred chef, with genuine progression as the group expands.The Role We are seeking a Head Chef for a central London flagship. The successful candidate will be a first-class kitchen manager, genuinely excited by a flagship opening, with energy, warmth, and enthusiasm. The aim is to become a premium, quality-led brand with standout service.The Site 80 covers, plus a 30-cover dessert and cocktail room.Expected to trade at £75k-£80k per week initially, targeting £100k once established.Forecast approximately 3,500-4,000 guests per week.Kitchen team of roughly 20 chefs. The Brand Premium, quality-led, high-volume site in a high-footfall area.The best suppliers in town.High-quality production kitchen.Major expansion in the group – they are the next brand to take off.Genuine progression opportunities. The Head Chef Role Lead the flagship opening.First-class kitchen management – rotas, stock, ordering, par levels, recruitment, training, HR processes, team motivation, and service standards.Lead a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen with potentially very large cover counts.Maintain quality and consistency.Build systems, solve gaps, and work without every process already in place.Manage kitchen P&L – food costs, labour, waste, stock, GP margins.Maintain full compliance – EHO, HACCP, Health and Safety. The Ideal Head Chef Genuinely excited by a flagship opening – energy, warmth, enthusiasm, not just a strong CV.A first-class kitchen manager with strong operational and financial acumen.Comfortable leading high-volume, fast-paced kitchens with large cover counts.Values quality and consistency.A start-up mindset – comfortable building systems and solving gaps. Why Apply Target package £50k-£58k all-in, potentially stretching to £60k-£65k for an outstanding candidate.48-hour contract currently.Major expansion opportunity with genuine progression. How to Apply If you are a high-volume people leader ready to help build a premium food brand, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.02075395579
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Job Title: Head of Sales – Luxury Events & Catering Salary: Up to £7... Job Title: Head of Sales – Luxury Events & Catering Salary: Up to £70,000 + bonus + benefits Location: LondonMy client is looking for an inspiring Head of Sales to lead the commercial success of one of London's most respected luxury event caterers. Working with an incredible portfolio of iconic venues, prestigious brands, corporate clients, and private customers, you'll lead a high-performing sales team while driving new business, nurturing key relationships, and delivering ambitious growth. If you have a passion for exceptional food, unforgettable events, and London's hospitality scene, this could be your next move.What You'll Do Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing sales teamDrive revenue growth through new business and key account developmentBuild lasting relationships with venues, agencies, corporate clients, and luxury brandsShape sales strategy alongside the Directors and manage business forecastingCreate bespoke event proposals and oversee the sales journey from enquiry to contractWork closely with operations and kitchen teams to ensure seamless event deliveryRepresent the business at client meetings, networking events, and industry functions What You'll Bring Proven sales leadership experience within luxury events, catering, venues, or hospitalityStrong network across London's events and venue marketTrack record of winning high-value business and exceeding sales targetsExcellent people management, negotiation, and relationship-building skillsCommercial mindset with a passion for exceptional client experiencesHighly organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple projects What's on Offer Competitive salary + bonusOpportunity to lead a renowned luxury events brandCollaborative, creative, and ambitious team culture If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to ed@Corecruitment.comGet social…….http://www.corecruitment.com/https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/Tweet us @COREcruitment
Salary: £55,000-£70,000 Location: London Focus: 70% Food Development & R&D | 30% EventsAre y... Salary: £55,000-£70,000 Location: London Focus: 70% Food Development & R&D | 30% EventsAre you completely obsessed with food?I'm recruiting a Food Development Chef for a premium London events business, taking the lead on new dishes, menus and culinary concepts.We're completely open on sector and background. What matters is someone who lives and breathes food – the ingredients, where they come from, how they're produced, what's in season and the tiny details that turn something good into something exceptional.Salary & Benefits £55,000-£70,000 salary70% food development & R&DAround 30% live eventsCompany pensionHoliday allowanceStaff mealsHuge creative scope and progression The Operation Premium London events and cateringHigh-profile and VIP clientsRegular client tastingsCanapés, bowl food and fine diningBespoke menus and conceptsHigh-volume production and live events The Role Lead food development and R&DCreate new dishes, menus and conceptsTake ideas from initial development to live deliveryLead tastings with high-profile clientsTell the story behind the food, ingredients and provenanceDevelop recipes, specifications and plating standardsEnsure dishes work commercially and at scaleInspire and develop the wider culinary team About You Open to chefs from all sectorsGenuinely obsessed with food and ingredientsExceptional attention to detailCurious about provenance, sourcing and sustainabilityAlways aware of new restaurants, chefs, trends and techniquesConfident developing dishes and menusEngaging and comfortable with VIP clientsAble to talk passionately and knowledgeably about foodCommercial enough to understand costing and scalability You need to be the kind of chef who wants to know where an ingredient came from, why it tastes different, who produced it and why it's right for the dish.You'll also need to communicate that passion. Tastings are a huge part of the role, so we're looking for someone who can sit with a VIP client and bring the food to life through the story behind it, not simply put a plate in front of them.If food is genuinely your world and you want a role where developing it, talking about it and constantly making it better is your job, this is an incredible opportunity.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com
General Manager “Private Members Club with a Twist”Location West London... General Manager “Private Members Club with a Twist”Location West London Salary £58k–£63k + tronc + KPI bonus Do you Love golf, hospitality and the occasional spreadsheet that actually matters?I am working with a premium private members’ club opening in West London, This is the start of the journey and am looking for a hands-on leader to own the operation, member experience and commercial performance from presales to opening. You’ll work closely with the founders and lead a hospitality team of around six, supported by Front of House.Your responsibilities Own the day-to-day operation and site P&L.Build and manage budgets, forecasts and weekly trading reports.Drive membership growth, retention, events and corporate revenue.Manage the member journey, from enquiry through to long-term engagement.Recruit, train, coach and motivate the hospitality team.Create rotas, oversee payroll and manage team performance.Lead the pre-opening plan, staff training and November launch.Oversee suppliers, stock control, purchasing and ordering.Manage booking, EPOS, payment and membership systems.Maintain food safety, HACCP, licensing and health and safety standards.Develop strong relationships with members, corporate clients and event partners.Ensure the club is always presentation-ready and delivering five-star service.Identify new commercial opportunities across coaching, events, club fitting and private hire. You’ll need premium hospitality, leisure or members’ club experience, strong commercial instincts and the confidence to lead from the front—not from behind a laptop. Golf knowledge is welcome. Great leadership and hospitality are essential.Ready to take a swing at your next role? Email david@corecruitment,com or call David Allen on 02077902666a call for more details
Area Sales Manager - Lifestyle Hotel Brand - ManchesterSalary: NegotiableOffice based 5 days per wee... Area Sales Manager - Lifestyle Hotel Brand - ManchesterSalary: NegotiableOffice based 5 days per weekAn exciting opportunity to join an ambitious lifestyle hotel brand and take ownership of its commercial presence across Manchester, Liverpool and the wider North West. We are delighted to be supporting our client, a distinctive and growing lifestyle hotel brand, in the appointment of an Area Sales Manager to join their commercial team.Based in Manchester, this is a high-impact role with responsibility for developing and growing business across Manchester, Liverpool and the wider North West region. We’re looking for a commercially driven, relationship-focused sales professional who knows the regional market, has a strong network and thrives on winning new business.Responsibilities: Take ownership of the Manchester, Liverpool and wider North West sales territory.Build strong relationships with corporate clients, agencies, travel partners, DMCs, event organisers and key industry contacts.Develop and manage a high-value sales pipeline, converting opportunities into measurable revenue.Represent the brand at client meetings, networking events, trade shows and industry functions.Create and deliver account plans for key local and regional accounts.Work collaboratively with Revenue, Marketing and hotel teams to maximise commercial opportunities.Monitor market activity and competitor performance, using insights to identify opportunities and stay ahead of trends.Organise client events, site inspections, fam trips and sales initiatives that bring the brand to life.Consistently deliver against agreed sales and revenue targets.Be an enthusiastic ambassador for the brand, bringing its personality and values into every client interaction. Requirements: Proven sales experience within hotels, hospitality, travel or a related industry.Strong knowledge of the Manchester/Liverpool corporate and leisure market.An established network of local and regional business contacts.A track record of winning new business and growing existing accounts.Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.A proactive, entrepreneurial approach, you’ll be someone who sees an opportunity and goes after it.Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand what drives revenue.The confidence and personality to build relationships at every level.Excellent organisation and time-management skills.A genuine passion for lifestyle hospitality and creating memorable experiences.
Sales Manager – Boutique Hotel, BuckinghamLocation: Buckingham Salary: NeWe’re working with a well-e... Sales Manager – Boutique Hotel, BuckinghamLocation: Buckingham Salary: NeWe’re working with a well-established hotel in Buckingham that is looking to appoint an ambitious and commercially minded Sales Manager to join the team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced hotel sales professional who enjoys building relationships, winning new business and driving revenue across a busy hotel operation.As Sales Manager, you will take responsibility for developing and growing the hotel’s corporate, leisure, meetings and events business. You will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, developing existing accounts and building strong relationships with local businesses, agents and key clients.Responsibilities: Developing and implementing sales strategies to drive hotel revenue.Proactively identifying and winning new business.Managing and growing existing corporate and agency accounts.Building strong relationships with local businesses and key commercial partners.Driving enquiries and conversions across meetings, conferences, weddings and events.Conducting hotel tours and client visits.Attending networking events and representing the hotel within the local market.Working closely with the General Manager and wider commercial team to maximise occupancy and revenue.Maintaining accurate sales activity, pipeline and account information.Monitoring competitor activity and identifying new commercial opportunities. Requirements: Previous sales experience within a hotel or hospitality environment.A proven track record of generating new business and developing accounts.Strong knowledge of the local corporate and leisure market.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.A confident and professional approach to client meetings and presentations.Good commercial awareness and a results-focused mindset.The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider hotel team.
Salary: £50,000-£65,000 Location: South West London Hours: Predominantly Monday-FridayWant a pastry... Salary: £50,000-£65,000 Location: South West London Hours: Predominantly Monday-FridayWant a pastry section you can genuinely make your own?I'm recruiting a Head Pastry Chef for a premium London events business, taking full ownership of pastry production, menu development and the pastry team.You'll have almost complete creative control, developing new desserts and pastry concepts from initial idea and tasting through to large-scale event production.Salary & Benefits £50,000-£65,000 salaryPredominantly Monday-FridayHuge creative freedomOwnership of the pastry operationMenu development and tastingsExcellent long-term opportunity The Operation Premium London eventsCentral production kitchenHigh-volume event productionCorporate and private eventsBespoke menus and tastingsQuality-led, creative food The Role Lead the pastry operation and teamDesign and develop new pastry menusTake concepts from tasting to live eventsPlan production around event volumes and deadlinesCreate dishes that can be delivered consistently at scaleDrive presentation, quality and consistencyTrain and develop pastry chefsContinuously evolve the pastry offering About You Experienced Head Pastry Chef or senior pastry leaderEvents or high-volume hotel experience is essentialStrong high-volume production experienceCreative with excellent technical pastry skillsConfident developing menus from scratchUnderstands how to scale dishes without losing qualityStrong team leadership and organisationCalm and confident around demanding event deadlines This needs someone who is creative but commercially and operationally switched on – able to create something beautiful for a tasting and then work out how to deliver it just as brilliantly at scale.If you're looking for £60,000-£65,000, serious creative freedom and the opportunity to put your own stamp on an entire pastry operation, this is a fantastic role.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com
Salary: £60,000-£65,000 Location: South-West London Hours: Around 80% Monday-Friday | Typically 8am-... Salary: £60,000-£65,000 Location: South-West London Hours: Around 80% Monday-Friday | Typically 8am-4/5pmLove the creativity of events but want more structure around your working week?I'm recruiting a Head Chef for a premium London catering business, taking ownership of a busy central production kitchen and leading food delivery across an exciting events portfolio.This is a production-led Head Chef role with plenty of variety – overseeing everything from canapés and bowl food through to plated dining and live events.Salary & Benefits £60,000-£65,000 salaryAround 80% Monday-FridayTypically 8am-4/5pmTOIL for additional hoursBalanced rota around eventsStrong culinary support around development and tastingsExcellent opportunity to develop the kitchen and team The Operation Premium London events and cateringBusy central production kitchenCorporate events form the core businessPrivate events and occasional weddingsCanapés, bowl food and plated diningProduction through to live event delivery The Role Lead the day-to-day kitchen operationManage production across multiple eventsOrganise chefs, prep schedules and deadlinesDrive consistency, presentation and food qualityDevelop and support junior chefsWork closely with development and tasting chefsOversee food from production through to event deliverySupport live events when required About You Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up.Confident running a busy production kitchen.Strong people management and organisation.Comfortable managing multiple deadlines.Excellent fresh-food background.Calm, hands-on and quality focused.Events experience isn't essential.The right attitude and leadership style are key. There can be 1-2 evening events per week during busier periods, but additional hours are balanced through TOIL.This is a brilliant opportunity for a strong kitchen leader who wants £60,000-£65,000, predominantly Monday-Friday hours and exposure to premium events without needing to come directly from an events background.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com
Assistant Restaurant Manager - £40/42,000, cool late night venue Location – City of London I’m worki... Assistant Restaurant Manager - £40/42,000, cool late night venue Location – City of London I’m working with an iconic group in Central London…Fancy being part of a big, buzzing team where it’s not just food and drinks on offer, but music, events, entertainment, and so much more?This isn’t your usual restaurant in London, it’s a place where hospitality meets atmosphere, energy, and fun.If that sounds like the kind of environment you’d thrive in, keep reading… Great company & a stable business,Opportunity for development – Fast trackWorking with industry leaders – award winning company What will you do? Manage the food and beverage service in the restaurant, heading up a team of 25Ensure team members maximize all sales opportunitiesHelp the team consistently maintain brand standards and high levels of customer serviceHandle all guest inquiries in an appropriate and professional mannerManage team member schedules, stock, and wastage levels What you will have? Previous experience in London restaurant, - full table service experienceExperience in supervising a teamAbility to demonstrate delegation skillsFlexibility to respond quickly and positively to a range of work situationsA passion for developing others to be part of a winning team Keen to hear more, drop me your cv Stuart Hills or call 0207 79 02666 my phone line is always open Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram
Operations Manager- Pub & Bar business, Scotland £65,000 (ONLY apply if you are in an Operation... Operations Manager- Pub & Bar business, Scotland £65,000 (ONLY apply if you are in an Operations Manager, Area Managers role at the moment) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced bar and pub hospitality operator to join this smaller but currently expanding group across the UK, 12 sites and expanding. These sites will all have a great mix of food and drinks! Great little business to put your stamp on and have an impact! Head office based in Staffordshire so you would need to be able to travel The ideal candidate will treat the business as their own but report to the OD for the group. The right mind set will allow for massive opportunities to move this business forward and report into the SLT, opening experience would be a bonus for this role, and coming from a leading London operator will be key for my client, these sites are all unique to the location, they are keen to speak to talent with some branded experienceOur client prides themselves on customer service and the quality products that they provide on a day-to-day basis. They take the heritage of the business very seriously and work on continuous improvement of all aspects with the customer as key! This being said, the business is evolving all the time, an exciting group.In the long-term you will be responsible for improving product quality & consistency, increasing productivity, developing customer base and maintaining and increasing profitability across all areas of the business,Must have excellent proven experience as a senior operator from the industry with Management of Area Managers / Operations Managers – Hospitality sector experience neededIf you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 Location: South London Contract: Full-time | PermanentAn incredible oppor... Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 Location: South London Contract: Full-time | PermanentAn incredible opportunity to run a high-quality hospitality operation where your leadership can genuinely change lives.I'm recruiting a General Manager for a unique hospitality and training operation in South London.You'll combine commercial restaurant leadership with training and people development, helping individuals gain recognised hospitality qualifications, build confidence and develop the skills needed for future employment.This is a role with real purpose, but it still needs a commercially strong General Manager who understands great food, brilliant service, P&L and running a high-quality restaurant operation.Salary & Benefits Up to £55,000 salary· 36 days holiday including bank holidaysLunch Service Only!Company pensionFree meals on dutyCompany sick pay after qualifying periodEmployee assistance programmeStaff recognition and awards The Operation High-quality restaurant and hospitality environment.Strong focus on food and guest experience.Commercially operated alongside structured training.Up to 30+ learners at a time.Established management and culinary team.Unique secure working environment. The Role Lead the overall restaurant and training operation.Develop, coach and motivate learners and employees.Maintain excellent food, service and guest standards.Oversee structured hospitality training and development.Manage budgets, P&L, stock and commercial performance.Lead recruitment, performance and team development.Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.Own food safety, H&S and operational compliance. About You Experienced General Manager from a quality restaurant or hospitality backgroundStrong knowledge of food, service and guest experience.Proven P&L and commercial management experience.Experienced training and developing people.Confident leading a complex operation and multiple teams.Calm, resilient and an excellent communicator.Strong food safety and operational knowledge.Empathetic, professional and comfortable working within clear boundaries. Experience within training, education, social enterprise or purpose-led hospitality would be beneficial, but strong commercial restaurant leadership is essential.You'll also need to be comfortable working within a highly regulated and secure environment, with the successful candidate required to complete comprehensive security vetting.This is a rare opportunity to combine serious hospitality leadership with genuine social impact, developing people, running an excellent operation and helping create meaningful opportunities for the future.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com
Group Sous Chef - Contract Catering - MidlandsSalary: £45,000 + Company Car + Petrol Card Location:... Group Sous Chef - Contract Catering - MidlandsSalary: £45,000 + Company Car + Petrol Card Location: Midlands / Northamptonshire ideally Hours: Monday-Friday | No nightsReady to step beyond a single-site Sous Chef role?I'm recruiting a Group Sous Chef to support a growing contract catering portfolio across the Midlands and wider UK.You'll be the number two within the culinary team – travelling between sites, developing chefs, supporting events, live cooking and helping improve food standards across the business.Salary & Benefits £45,000 salaryCompany car + petrol cardMonday-FridayNo nightsAround 10 days off over ChristmasCompany pensionExcellent progression The Operation Multi-site contract cateringStrong Northamptonshire presenceRestaurants, delis and staff diningHospitality and eventsFresh food and live cookingTravel across sites from London to Teesside The Role Support chefs across multiple sitesTrain and develop kitchen teamsDeliver live cooking and food demonstrationsSupport events, projects and new openingsHelp develop menus and food conceptsProvide hands-on chef cover when neededDrive consistency and food standards About You Strong Sous Chef, Senior Sous or Development ChefMulti-site or large-scale catering experienceUniversity/education catering would be a great fitComfortable with busy, multi-outlet operationsStrong fresh-food backgroundConfident training and developing chefsPositive, hands-on and happy to travel This is a great step for a chef who wants more variety and responsibility without moving away from the kitchen – with a £45,000 salary, car, petrol card and a Monday-Friday lifestyle.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com
BRITISH RESTAURANT, ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER | £53,000 | CITY OF LONDON A fantastic opportunity for... BRITISH RESTAURANT, ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER | £53,000 | CITY OF LONDON A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant General Manager to join a highly regarded London restaurant and bar group at one of their key City venues. This is a high-volume, quintessentially British restaurant operation with a strong focus on quality food, great service and exceptional guest experiences.Most importantly, this role offers something that can be hard to find in hospitality: a genuine work-life balance.11am–11pm operating hours No late-night finishes £53,000 salary Quality British-led restaurant environment Excellent career development opportunities The successful candidate will support the General Manager with the day-to-day running of the venue, leading and developing a large team, maintaining excellent service standards, managing rotas and P&L, and supporting events and wider commercial activity.The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience as an Assistant General Manager, Deputy Manager or similarExperience within a high-volume restaurant, bar or hospitality environmentStrong people leadership and team management skillsA hands-on approach and excellent service standardsCommercial awareness, including experience with P&L and rotasThe confidence and energy to lead a busy operation This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded London hospitality group, offering the pace and excitement of a high-volume venue alongside a much better work-life balance.If you are looking for your next AGM opportunity and want to hear more, please apply today, send your CV to Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666.
Sous Chef – Michelin Bib Gourmand – 52kAward-winning London group. Six sites, more coming. High-volu... Sous Chef – Michelin Bib Gourmand – 52kAward-winning London group. Six sites, more coming. High-volume European food, fresh ingredients, real work-life balance.The Role Support the Head Chef in running an established, high-volume London site. Hands-on leadership, team development, stock and cost control, menu input, and stepping up when needed.The Group Michelin Bib Gourmand standard.Six successful London sites, with more in the pipeline.Fast-paced, high-volume European restaurants.People-focused, minimal chef turnover. The Ideal Sous Chef Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP from a quality, fresh food background.High-volume European cuisine experience.Confident leader who develops their team.Commercially sharp – stock, cost control, systems.No ego. Team player. Why Apply £52,000 including tronc.45-48 hour week.Clear progression as the group grows.Structured, supportive environment. If this sounds like you, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.02075395579
General Manager – QSR Brand - Up to £37,500The Role:We're recruiting for an exciting General Manager... General Manager – QSR Brand - Up to £37,500The Role:We're recruiting for an exciting General Manager opportunity with a growing and ambitious QSR brand. With multiple locations across the UK, this is a fantastic chance to join a business that's continuing to expand and build on its success. We're looking for a proactive, hands-on leader who enjoys being on the floor, motivating their team, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. You'll take full ownership of the site, leading a team of 5 and ensuring the day-to-day operation runs smoothly while driving performance and standards.What we're looking for: Previous General Manager or strong Restaurant Manager experience within a QSR environmentP&L management experience, with a strong understanding of labour, food costs, and driving profitabilityA hands-on management style with a passion for leading and developing peopleStrong operational and commercial awarenessA genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer serviceExperience with Asian cuisine or Asian QSR brands would be a real advantage, but isn't essential If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Kate B OR call 0207 790 2666