Let Us Find The Right Catering & Hospitality Staff for you

Catering & Hospitality is a very dynamic, vibrant part of the Greycoat Lumleys brand, with a professional team that possesses a wealth of experience and knowledge on staffing for both private and corporate catering and hospitality environments in London, UK and internationally. In an often fast-paced area of the business, the team takes pride in doing the job quickly and doing the job well.

As a leading, well-respected Catering & Hospitality recruitment agency, Greycoat Lumleys wants to help you find the very best solutions to your staffing requirements. Our no-nonsense approach is appreciated by Clients and Candidates alike. The team is ready to listen and respond to your call, wherever you are in the world.

The Greycoat Lumleys Catering & Hospitality team offers client visits wherever feasible, and through a uniquely personal service, is dedicated to helping you find solutions to your recruitment needs.

Types of Catering & Hospitality Staff we provide:

Latest roles.

Perm Chef Job

A client from Greycoat Lumleys is looking for a chef for their home in Kensington, you will be required to cook Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner. This will be predominantly two principals, but the family occasionally will have two grown up children joining them. The family like Indian, Chinese, and Mediterranean cuisine, using fresh seasonal produce and to be healthy. They do not have dietary requirements but preferences. You will be required to start around 5pm till 9pm/10pm, lunch will be fridge filled for the following day. The family do like to entertain so occasional weekends will be required. You will be responsible for provisioning for the household, stock rotation and cleaning your working areas. Please, the family require a trained cook or chef, you must have a DBS. No travel is required for this role. Salary £50K Upwards Start: ASAP Job number: 115818

Kensington
Permanent
£50,000 Upwards

Perm Chef Job

A client of Greycoat Lumleys requires a live out Chef, in a fully staffed private household. You will be working in a private house mainly catering for two adults and two children (16 &19) who are home at the weekends and in the school holidays. On average one large dinner party per month, 5 courses for 18 guests plus weeknight meals and weekly kitchen suppers/Sunday lunches for family or guests up to about 8 people. Hours of Work You will predominantly work a late shift: Late 2pm-10pm (plus extra hours especially at weekends if needs be) Early Shift 6:30am – 2 30pm (mainly at weekends). The family enjoy a Sunday Lunch. 5 days per week with two days off (Usually Friday and Saturday or days off in lieu if you work more than 5 days). Working days to include weekends. On Early shifts the Chef is required to prepare breakfast, shop and provision for the day, prepare a light lunch, greet guests coming to the house for meetings and prepare a supper ready for the Butler to heat and serve that evening. Late shifts comprise of shopping, making teas/coffees for the Principal as required, preparing and serving supper, cleaning down and locking up the house. Supper is always 3 courses and all food in the house is plated and served. The Family have no stringent dietary requirements but enjoy a variety of cuisines with an emphasis on fresh produce, low/no carb and lots of flavour. Making homemade ice creams, granitas and sorbets and healthy freezer meals that can be microwaved on your days off by the Butler and making sure there are snacks in the fridge is important. There is some provisioning of the house required in cooperation with the Butler and Housekeepers– stocking of the fridges, drinks and cleaning supplies. The house is immaculate and the kitchen must be kept immaculate also. Cleanliness and a high attention to detail are as important as exceptional food preparation. Willingness to be flexible with hours/switch shifts/days based on the Family’s plans and muck in is important – plans frequently change last minute so being resourceful and adaptable is key. Salary: £60K GPA Job number: 115826 Consultant: Kari Kerslake Vigor

Virginia Water
Permanent
£60,000 GPA

Perm Chef Job

A great opportunity for a Live In Chef to work between Hampshire and London. The family usually spend Wednesday to Friday in London and Saturdays to Tuesdays in Hampshire. You will predominantly cook for the Principals themselves or with their grown up children who also use the house’s, (three grown up children). The house has its busy periods where the principals are in residence a lot and entertain to then much quieter weeks when just cooking for two, flexibility is required. The property in Hampshire is a large old Tudor house which is situated in stunning 150 acres of land, ideal for someone who loves the rural setting but is also very close to large towns. They are looking for a Chef to join their existing team of Estate Manager, Housekeeper and a Groundsman. The client requires an excellent Chef who is able to cater for dinner parties up to 20 people when they entertain. They have a large kitchen garden and fruit trees for you to cook with so ideally someone who has an interest in cooking preserves and chutneys using the fresh produce. There is a great opportunity to be hands on in the kitchen garden and growing produce yourself. When the family are in residence you will cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, you will be responsible for shopping, menu planning. They like Ottolenghi, family style plating. They have 2 Labradors so you should be confident around dogs Accommodation Separate 1 bedroom cottage – and a basement apartment in London. Travel will be required to their property in South of France in Summer. A well behaved dog is welcome Start date ASAP Days 5 days per week – Monday and Tuesdays off Ideally a driver Salary £65K Upwards GPA Consultant – Kari Kerslake Vigor Job number: 115816

Hampshire
Permanent
£65,000 upwards GPA

Short Term Chef Job

A lovely client is looking for private chef to work in London for a month of June and month of July travel with the client. You will be cooking lunch and dinner for 1 -2 people. They occasionally entertain, so you will be able to plan, prepare and cook for dinner parties. You will be working 6 days a week for the two-month period. Chef the client is looking for is someone who is very good with Italian and Mediterranean cuisine's, but also can cook confidently other cuisine. Client will only consider chefs with up to date references. Salary: £300 - £350 PD Accommodation: Provided for the month of July when on travel Job ID: 115768 Responsible Consultant: Emmi (emmi@greycoatlumleys.co.uk)

London
Temporary
£300 - £350 PD

Short Term Chef Job

A lovely client is looking for a temporary private chef in their holiday home near Nice, France. The position is to start on 15th of July and work approximately for 5 weeks. You will be cooing for 2 - 8 people, fresh and good quality of foods, including breakfast, lunch and dinner. This can be all from BBQ to more formal dinners. The clients are massive foodies and do like good quality of products, eye on detail finishes and continental delicious foods. You have freedom to be creative. Duration: 15.07.24 - for 5 weeks Requirements: Need to have EU passport or right to work in France Accommodation: Provided Travel expenses: Provided Salary: £300 PD - depending with experience responsible Consultant: Emmi (emmi@greycoatlumleys.co.uk)

Alpes-Maritimes
Temporary
£300 PD - depending with experience

Temp Chef Job

A lovely client is looking for a temporary private chef to cook in Moreton-in-Marsh on 10th of May. You will be cooking lunch and dinner for 4 adults and 5 children. You will have help in the kitchen to clear up or assist with serving. Client is open for menu suggestions. They have not decided yet if this is plated or family style. You need to have experience working in private houses, have relevant references and hold a valid DBS (issued within a year). You need to be a driver and local as there is no accommodation provided. Date: 10.05.2024 Hours: Depending on the menu plan Pay: £32 GPH – paid on Greycoat Lumleys Payroll Job ID: 115712 Responsible Consultant: Emmi (emmi@greycoatlumleys.co.uk)

Moreton in Marsh
Temporary
£32 GPH – paid on Greycoat Lumleys Payroll

Head Chef Job

Head Chef Job Greycoat Lumley's client are seeking a Head Chef for their Private Exclusive Use Lodge approximately 2 hours north of Inverness. The a small rural community will suit if you enjoy being in a remote environment which has much to offer for the outdoor enthusiast. There are local hotels, bars, a primary school, community hall, bakery, holiday accommodation as well as many visitor attractions and on the North Coast 500 route. It is a great base for walking, hiking, mountaineering, cycling, wild water swimming and surfing. Key Head Chef Responsibilities Lead the team and manage the kitchen and the quality of food in line with high quality standards and procedures. Consistently deliver a high quality food experience for guests in line with the Client's ethos and concept. Design menus with produce within the budget allocation - balancing cost with value and quality. Engage with guests to educate, inform and enhance their experience on the food ethos and conservation and regeneration story. Effectively and conscientiously manage the Health, Safety and Environmental legal and policy requirements for the kitchen. Lead and contribute to the overall effective and efficient venue operations including stock and cost controls, resources and standards and effectively manage the supply chain. Consistently identify and design ways to engage and inspire guests, in particular to our Vision and Values. Be a positive contributor to the Team, the community and the wider enterprise. Personal Attributes A leader who is a positive role model Engaging and personable. Creative and innovative. Team player who thrives in a team environment. Confident and resilient. Adaptable to living and working in remote environments. Essential Skills Proven track record as Head Chef serving High Net Worth clientele. A Team Leader and Team Player. Demonstrable competency to lead on all aspect of HSE in the kitchen and wider operations. Excellent budget, cost & stock control and purchasing capabilities. Track record in developing the supply chain and managing procurement. Passion and knowledge for using sustainable produce. Excellent relationship and stakeholder management. Due to the locations, possession of valid driving license or access to personal transport is essential. You must be a self-starter and self-motivated and a bit of an adventurer. Accommodation: Can be provided Start: ASAP Hours: Full time Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 GPA Job: 115653

Highland
Permanent
£45,000 - £50,000 GPA

Meet the team.

Debbie Salter

Managing Director
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Archie McClintock

International Consultant (Chefs & Couples)
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Kari Kerslake Vigor

Private Households & Estates Consultant (Perm Chefs)
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