Chefs Recruitment Open Day

CHEFS RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY

Wednesday 11th November 2026 | Central London | 3pm–6pm

Great chefs deserve great careers.

Join Houston & Hawkes for an exclusive opportunity to meet our team, explore chef vacancies across London and discover what it means to work for an award-winning independent contract caterer.

We create exceptional food for some of London’s most prestigious workplaces, bringing restaurant-quality cooking, seasonal ingredients and creativity to workplace dining and corporate hospitality. If you care about great food, take pride in your craft and want to build a rewarding career, we would love to meet you.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHEFS AT ALL LEVELS

Chef de Partie | Sous Chef | Chef Manager | Head Chef

Whether you’re looking for your next challenge or ready to lead a kitchen, come and talk to us about the opportunities available across our London sites.

WHY HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• Ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality
• Certified B Corp and recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise
• Founders Simon Houston and Dave Hawkes recognised with the 2026 Cateys Foodservice Caterer Award
• An independent business where chefs have a voice, creativity is encouraged and careers can grow

MORE THAN JUST A JOB

Enjoy benefits including your birthday off, free meals on duty, enhanced family-friendly leave, pension, life assurance, Employee Assistance Programme and CODE Hospitality membership.

Develop your craft through chef masterclasses, supplier visits and seasonal foraging experiences. Connect with colleagues at Foodie Socials, our Summer Awards Party and Christmas celebrations, with opportunities for learning and career progression.

MEET US ON 11th NOVEMBER

Choose a session

3 pm | 4 pm | 5 pm

Central London – exact venue details will be confirmed with attendees.