Banqueting and Events Head Chef

Banqueting and Events Head ChefHeaton House Farm - Stable Yard Catering 4-5 days per week Variable shifts aligned to events (predominantly daytime with some evenings)Permanent Full-timeHeaton House Farm is a family-run events business, home to Stable Yard Catering, our onsite and external catering company. We are renowned for delivering exceptional weddings alongside charity events, corporate meetings and flagship company events, with catering provided both on-site and at venues across the region, all supported by a professional and friendly team.Due to recent changes within our kitchen structure, we are now seeking an experienced and motivated Banqueting and Events Head Chef to lead our kitchen brigade, drive standards and take full ownership of our banqueting and events catering operation.What you''ll be doingLead the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient serviceDeliver consistently high-quality food for weddings, private events, corporate functions and external catering eventsTake overall responsibility for all food production across onsite and offsite operationsManage, inspire and develop the kitchen team including Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chefs, CDPs and support staffOversee food preparation, service and presentation to ensure exceptional standardsPlan rotas in line with event schedules, labour budgets and business needsManage ordering, supplier relationships and stock controlMaintain tight control of food costs, margins, portioning and ..... full job details .....