Role Overview
At Relish Event Catering, we deliver outstanding event catering across green-field events, weddings, corporate and private functions. We pride ourselves on fresh, creative food, flawless service and memorable guest experiences.
Role Summary
At Relish Event Catering, we deliver outstanding event catering across green-field events, weddings, corporate and private functions. We pride ourselves on fresh, creative food, flawless service and memorable guest experiences.
Role Purpose
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Kitchen Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Production unit. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing stock levels, staff rota, kitchen production, and ensuring efficient mise en place for Production & events. This is a hands-on role requiring leadership, planning, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities – Kitchen Manager
* Oversee food preparation and service across a variety of events (weddings, large corporate, festivals).
* Lead & mentor the kitchen team, including rota management, training & performance reviews.
* Manage stock, ordering, waste control; ensuring food cost and gross profit targets are met.
* Ensure all health & safety, hygiene, licensing and compliance standards are fully met.
* Liaise with operations/venues management to ensure service timing and venue requirements are achieved.
* Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager in event/large volume catering.
* Strong leadership skills & ability to work under pressure.
* Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
* A clean driving licence is essential.
* Knowledge of food safety & hygiene legislation.
Role – Sous Chef
Working alongside the Head Chef, you will support delivering high-quality, creative dishes across our event menus, ensuring consistency, presentation excellence and team development.
Key Responsibilities – Sous Chef
* Assist in menu development and seasonal dish creation.
* Oversee preparation, plating and cooking during service with high standards.
* Manage junior chefs, ensuring training, consistency and efficiency.
* Maintain high standards of hygiene, organisation and cleanliness.
* Support stock management and cost control.
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef in events or large-scale catering.
* Creative culinary skills and excellent palate.
* Leadership skills, with ability to manage teams in hectic event environments.
* A clean driving licence is essential.
* Strong working knowledge of health & safety and food hygiene legislation.
* Opportunities for career progression within Relish Group.
* Employee discounts at Relish-run venues.
* Uniform supplied and wellbeing support.
* Travel expenses for event locations (where applicable).
How to Apply
Please submit:
* A cover letter explaining why you’re a good fit for Relish and for the role.
Send applications to: andy@relisheventcatering.co.uk
Employer: Relish Event Catering, part of Relish Group Ltd
Contact: andy@relishgroup.co.uk | +44 (0)1285 658444
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services
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