Canape Chef

Canapé Chef - Events Team (Social Enterprise Caterer)Monday-Friday + Evening & Weekend Events Banstead and across London£35,000-£40,000 + Paid Overtime + BenefitsAre you a creative and passionate Canapé Chef, Sous Chef or Pastry Chef who thrives in high-end events and wants to make a genuine social impact?We're partnering with an outstanding social enterprise caterer delivering exceptional events across London and the South-East. With a portfolio of prestigious contracts and a state-of-the-art production kitchen near Banstead, this is a unique opportunity to combine culinary excellence with purpose.This organisation is dedicated to training and mentoring individuals from challenging backgrounds - offering hands-on experience in a live events environment, not a classroom. Every service is real, fast-paced and client-facing, meaning standards must remain consistently outstanding while development happens behind the scenes.The RoleAs a Canapé Chef within the events team, you will:Lead the creation and execution of high-quality, visually stunning canapés for premium eventsWork across production and live event service, including evenings and weekendsInspire and guide a team of trainees, passing on knowledge and best practiceDeliver exceptional food consistently, ensuring client expectations are exceededSupport with menu development, food prep systems, and event logisticsMaintain excellent standards of food safety, organisation, and stock controlAbout YouThis role could suit a strong Canapé Chef, Sous Chef or Pastry Chef with a flair for detail and presentation.You will have:Proven experience producing high-quality canapés or event catering food in a fast-paced kitchenA creative, detail-focused approach with a passion for presentationConfidence leading by example and supporting the development of othersExperience or interest in training, mentoring, or coaching team membersStrong organisation skills and the ability to deliver under pressure at eventsSalary & Benefits£35,000-£40,000 basic salaryPaid overtime or TOIL for additional event hoursMonday-Friday core working structureOpportunity to work on high-profile events across London & the South-EastCareer development within a growing, purpose-driven organisationSupportive, inclusive team environmentAccess to a fantastically equipped production kitchen near Banstead