Development/Tasting Sous Chef Job

Development/Tasting Sous Chef Job, Battersea, South West London

Our client, a leading London-based events catering company, is currently expanding their kitchen team due to continued growth. They deliver a wide range of events including corporate functions, private celebrations, multi-day productions, sporting events, and large-scale shows across London.

They are seeking a passionate and creative Development / Tasting Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and Executive Chef with menu development, client tastings, and product innovation. This role would suit a strong cook with a genuine enthusiasm for food, ingredients, and continuously improving menu offerings.

Job Title: Development / Tasting Sous Chef Location: Battersea, London Reporting to: Head Chef / Executive Chef

Key Details:

• Based primarily at the central kitchen in Battersea

• Focus on client tastings, menu development, and product innovation

• Opportunity to contribute creatively to the company’s evolving event menus

• Occasional involvement in event support where required

Responsibilities:

Client Tastings

• Organise, prepare, and deliver client menu tastings to a high professional standard

• Ensure tasting presentations reflect the company’s food style and quality

• Work closely with the events team to understand client requirements and event briefs • Adapt menus and dishes based on client feedback

Menu & Product Development

• Assist the Head Chef and Executive Chef with menu development and seasonal updates • Contribute creative ideas for new dishes, concepts, and event menus

• Research ingredients, techniques, and trends to help evolve the food offering

• Test and refine dishes to ensure they are suitable for large-scale event production

Kitchen Support

• Support the kitchen team with production when required

• Ensure all dishes meet the company’s quality and presentation standards

• Maintain organised preparation and efficient workflow in the kitchen

Food Safety & Compliance

• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and health & safety

• Ensure kitchen practices comply with food safety regulations

• Maintain clean, organised workspaces and preparation areas

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef within events, catering, or restaurant kitchens

• Strong passion for food, ingredients, and menu innovation

• Excellent cooking skills with strong attention to detail and presentation

• Experience delivering client tastings or menu development is highly desirable

• Ability to work collaboratively with chefs, events teams, and clients

• Highly organised with a proactive and creative mindset

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 7 bank holidays per year

• Overtime paid back in lieu

• Regular team socials • Strong work/life balance

• Day off on your birthday

• Salary £40,000 -£50,000 plus bonus