Yes Chef! At Convene we are all about bringing people together, to create unforgettable moments and events that leave our guests talking about us for not just weeks but in years to come. Our chefs are the true driving force that make our events stand out from the rest, creating incredible dishes that leave our clients and their guests wanting more every time.

Understanding that the Chef world is challenging, fun, and hard work we usually work on a Monday-Friday basis on a 40 hour contract (it’s almost too good to be true right!? We even close for Christmas).

We’re Here For You:

Health and Wellness

Private medical insurance
Subsidised eye care
Wellness allowance
Employee Assistance Program: well-being support and personal advice programme

Time Off and Work-Life Balance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and company sick pay
Financial Support and Benefits
Bonus scheme
Interest-free loan for rail season tickets & further education
Subsidised bicycle purchase through Cycle to Work scheme

Professional Development and Recognition

Continuous professional and personal development support
Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones

Community and Impact

Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

What you'll do:

Preparation and execution of all event catering relative to food and beverage (who doesn’t love a smoothie right?)
Maintain full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other specification information
Participate in company-wide cost savings initiatives
Cooperate with implementation of cooperative training programs
Display passion for increasing knowledge of the culinary field through collaborative development and curation of menus and specials
Responsible for constant sanitation, kitchen organisation, food handling and cleanliness
Cultivate a kitchen environment conducive to learning and growth opportunity through a pattern of hands-on leadership skills inclusive of the ability to delegate and follow up

What we look for:

Experience in working in kitchen/back of house operations is desirable however if it’s your interested in creating great food then we will teach you the rest
High volume catering, complex food service operations experience is desirable
Fine dining experience highly desirable
Knowledge of café operations is a plus
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities inclusive of following up with front of house teams
Leading pre-shifts and recurring property leadership meetings
Flexible and long hours are sometimes required; rotating work schedules that may include nights and weekends
Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time
Ability to operate common kitchen equipment

Who We Are

Convene Hospitality Group (CHG) operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations to host gatherings of all kinds, ranging from small corporate meetings to immersive brand activations and beyond. We love bringing people together in person, and that passion for great experiences extends to our employees as well. If you're interested in creating inspiring moments of connection, consider joining our team.