Our Hospitality Recruitment & Catering Staff Services

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

Job Title: Private Household Japanese Chef Location: Belgravia, London, United Kingdom Position Type: Full-Time (5 Days per Week – Flexible Schedule) Overview A private family of four based in Belgravia is seeking a skilled and experienced Japanese Chef to join their household team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing authentic, high-quality Japanese cuisine for the family while working alongside two existing household chefs who specialise in Indian cuisine. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef with strong experience in traditional Japanese cooking who enjoys working in a private household environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare fresh, high-quality Japanese meals for a family of four on a daily basis Design and plan seasonal menus featuring a variety of Japanese dishes Prepare sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, and other traditional Japanese cuisine Work collaboratively with two existing household chefs specialising in Indian cuisine Maintain the highest standards of kitchen hygiene, organisation, and food safety Source premium ingredients and manage relevant kitchen inventory Adapt menus and meals to the family’s preferences and dietary requirements Cook for occasional family events or small gatherings Kitchen Setup A dedicated teppanyaki grill will be installed in the household kitchen, allowing the chef to prepare teppanyaki-style meals for the family and guests. Schedule 5 working days per week (flexible days depending on family schedule) Flexibility required for occasional evening meals and special occasions Travel The chef may be required to travel with the family to Europe on occasion. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Japanese chef (private household, fine dining, or luxury hospitality preferred) Strong expertise in sushi, sashimi, and traditional Japanese cooking techniques Teppanyaki experience preferred (or willingness to work with a new teppanyaki grill installation) Professional, discreet, and accustomed to working in private households Fluent or good working level of English Organised, flexible, and able to work as part of a team Personal Attributes High attention to detail and presentation Positive attitude and collaborative approach Respect for privacy and confidentiality Passion for authentic Japanese cuisine Compensation Competitive salary depending on experience Travel expenses covered when accompanying the family Start Date ASAP

West London
Permanent
Competitive DOE

Part-time Chef Job

Part Time Chef Job, Earls Court, South West London A client of Greycoat Lumleys is seeking a Part-time Private Chef to work Monday to Friday in Earls Court, from 4 pm to 8 pm. You will be cooking for a family of five, consisting of two parents and their three teenage children. The family enjoys healthy, family-style meals and likes a broad range of cuisines, including Mediterranean, Asian, and Indian. They particularly enjoy flavourful and spicy food. There are no dietary requirements. The family occasionally entertains, though meals are generally served family-style. You will be responsible for planning and preparing the evening meals as well as shopping for ingredients at local butchers and fishmongers. The household also uses Ocado for grocery deliveries. The chosen candidate will be self-employed, have an enhanced DBS, and have previous experience working as a Private Chef in a family home. Occasional weekend work will be required. Salary: £25 – £30 per hour depending on experience. Hours: Monday to Friday – 4pm till 8pm Start: ASAP Consultant: Kari Kerslake Vigor Job number: 209778

South West London
Permanent
£25 - £30 GPH DOE

Perm Cook Job

Temporary to Permanent Private Cook – Fitzrovia (Central/West London) A client of Greycoat Lumleys is seeking an experienced and dedicated Private Cook to join a family based in Fitzrovia on a temporary-to-permanent basis. Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing lunch and dinner five days per week (including weekends) for two family members. The family has two other children currently at university; numbers will increase during holidays and when they return home. Cuisine & Preferences: The family enjoys healthy, light meals prepared using the freshest and highest-quality seasonal ingredients. A strong understanding of nutritious cooking and the ability to create varied, flavourful dishes is essential. Requirements: Proven experience as a Private Household Cook or similar role Ability to plan balanced, healthy menus Confident working independently in a private home Flexible and professional approach Details: 5 days per week (to include weekends) Lunch and dinner service £250 per day (£55K GPA if goes perm) Start date: ASAP Position offered on a temporary-to-permanent basis This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cook seeking a long-term role with a welcoming family in Central London.

West London
Permanent
£250 per day (£55,000 GPA if goes perm)

Perm Chef Job

One day a week Private Chef – Saturdays – Notting Hill- Indian Cuisine A lovely family, represented by Greycoat Lumleys, is seeking a Private Chef for their fully staffed household in Notting Hill. The position is live-out and only on Saturday. The household consists of five family members, including children under the age of 15. The family requires the candidate to cook traditional Indian cuisine. Dietary considerations within the household include vegetarian and pescatarian preferences, as well as a nut allergy, so experience accommodating special diets is essential. Key Responsibilities: Preparing daily meals for the family, including a late breakfast/lunch served at 10:00 AM and dinner at 5:30 PM. Cooking a daily staff lunch. Maintaining exceptionally high culinary standards in line with Michelin-level experience. Ideal Candidate: Previous experience as a private household chef, with a minimum of 2 years' longevity in a similar role. Trained to a Michelin standard or equivalent high-end culinary background. Confident in preparing a variety of global cuisines with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and healthy ingredients. Comfortable working in a fully staffed environment and collaborating with household staff. Flexible, discreet, and professional. Holds an Enhanced DBS certificate (required). This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and passionate chef to join a dynamic household that values excellence and creativity in cuisine. Salary: £350 per day (on self- employed or PAYE basis) Start: As soon as they find the right candidate

Notting Hill
Permanent
£350 per day (on self employed or PAYE basis)

Sous Chef Job

Sous Chef Job – Scotland - Sutherland Scottish Highlands Greycoat Lumley's client are seeking Sous Chefs for their locations in the Highlands of Scotland. You will be part of a team who strive to do the best they can and ensure a memorable experience for all guests. The properties have nature at its heart, with access to the finest local produce from the sea to the hill, their focus is on providing exceptional food in its simplest form using fresh, local and sustainably sourced ingredients. Candidates can expect open fire cooking, hearty outdoor bothy BBQ experiences, family style dining, seasonal highlights, whilst delivering innovative meals and experiences. The chef team is a close knit, supportive group that is growing who all thrive on continuously pushing boundaries for small groups of discerning guests. Key Responsibilities Implement the culinary vision of the Head Chef in relation to the venue Deliver an interactive “chef’s table” experience for the guests by engaging with them at the point of dish finishing and presentation, explaining each dish and answering their questions Collaborate with the Head Chef in reviewing guest preferences ahead of their planned visit and create dishes and meals that accommodate specific requests, allergies and dietary or faith requirements Discuss with guests on arrival all planned menus and adapt with positivity to any late changes to preferences Partner with Head Chef in the planning of supplies, taking cognisance of the remote location of our venues Build strong relationships with local suppliers in order to access local ingredients of the highest quality Comfortable moving between busy and quiet periods and utilising the latter in a positive way e.g. team development, new menu development etc Supervise the Chef de Partie and other kitchen staff, ensuring that a “one team” approach is always maintained and that everyone works collaboratively to provide the best guest experience, and to support each other Support other parts of the estate as required Embrace the ethos and values of the estate and ensure that direct reports do likewise Behave as a custodian of the carefully crafted culture, taking personal responsibility for engaging positively with all team members and demonstrating respect for their contribution Place a high value on health and safety and encourage others to do likewise To be successful in this role, you will be a passionate chef with proven experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie, ideally within a private Chef environment, or a fine dining ‘Chef’s Table’ set up. You’ll be an excellent team player, warm communicator, confident in interacting with guests and comfortable with the remote nature of a role. The Offer Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan Life Assurance Income Protection Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Highlife Gym Membership (after qualifying period) Online Clothing Discount Becoming part of estate is an opportunity to make an active and meaningful contribution to a beautiful part of Scotland. Location: Working across multiple sites in the wild north of Sutherland, Scotland. Hours: 48 hours per week; permanent; full time Salary: up to £50,000 GPA Accommodation provided. lesley@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Highland
Permanent
£50,000 GPA

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