Event Chef de Parties & Lead Chefs Required Seasonal Work York
Chef de Partie £18.49 per hour (Inclusive of Holiday Pay)
Lead Chef £20.17 per hour (Inclusive of Holiday Pay)
Chefs Bay Hospitality
Chefs Bay Hospitality are recruiting experienced Chef de Parties and Lead Chefs to join our team for a busy 2026 event season at a well-known venue in York .
This is an excellent opportunity for skilled chefs who enjoy working in fast-paced event environments and are looking for flexible, seasonal work throughout the year as part of a professional events team.
The Role
You will be working within the event catering kitchens supporting the delivery of high-quality food service across large-scale events. Responsibilities will include:
Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard
Supporting kitchen operations during busy service periods
Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards at all times
Working efficiently as part of a professional kitchen team
Assisting with kitchen organisation and prep ahead of service
Lead Chefs will also be responsible for supporting kitchen leadership, ensuring smooth service delivery, and helping guide junior chefs where required.
Pay Rates
Chef de Partie: £18.49 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Lead Chef: £20.17 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Additional preparation days may also be available depending on event requirements.
2026 Event Dates
Tuesday 12th to Friday 15th May
Friday 22nd & Saturday 23rd May
Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th June
Friday 26th & Saturday 27th June
Thursday 9th to Saturday 11th July
Thursday 23rd to Saturday 25th July
Tuesday 28th to Saturday 22nd August
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September
Thursday 8th to Saturday 10th October
Applicants should ideally be available for multiple event dates where possible .
What Were Looking For
Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or above
Experience working in high-volume or event catering environments
Ability to remain calm and organised during busy service periods
Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
Team players with a positive approach
If youre looking for flexible seasonal chef work at a busy York venue and want to be part of a strong events team, wed love to hear from you.
Join Team Chefs Bay and be part of an exciting 2026 season.
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