Job Description

All the pace and buzz of a busy restaurant without the split shifts and evening work. This is a great opportunity to achieve a sustainable work-life balance in a catering role. As a chef you will be expected to support the Catering Management Team in all aspects of food creation and preparation for our onsite restaurant, cafe and events catering. You will play a crucial role achieving maximum sales and profit, motivating the catering team to deliver a high standard of food preparation, delivery and customer service.



As well as the day-to-day operation of The Tank Museum catering outlets, Events catering is an important part of this role. You will be required to use your creative flair for menu design and food preparation for a range of occasions; from small intimate gatherings to large corporate dinners of up to 250 people.

Key Accountabilities:

To ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner and to a high standard of presentation To prepare the restaurant in readiness for opening Provide expertise in changes to the operational and corporate menus Preparing ingredients, cooking meals and plating dishes as necessary from customer requirements Stock control and ordering Supporting the Catering Operations Manager in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the museums catering facilities including cashing up To work with the Catering Development Manager in developing and improving the business by increasing quality, and driving sales and customer service Liaise with and support internal staff in the delivery of catering events and promotions Lead on all corporate business, ensuring that the Events team have a consistent go to, for each event. Ensure high standards of hygiene and safety conforming to legal requirements including HACCP & COSHH To run the department as a shift leader from time to time Inspire the team in the delivery of quality food and service

What you'll bring:

Proven experience working as a chef in a fast paced environment NVQ or equivalent in food preparation and cooking is desirable, along with a food hygiene certificate and HACCP & COSHH awareness Excellent food planning, preperation and presentation skills Superb knowledge of food hygiene regulations Sound knowledge of catering products and current trends Experience of supervising and motivating a team Excellent customer service skills

Advert closes:

3rd February 2026

Interviews

: 9th & 10th February 2026