Kitchen Manager - Rhubarb London Events

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together.

Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary.

From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone.

About the Venue

With over twenty five years of experience, Rhubarb proudly create and deliver iconic events in London and beyond.

From beautiful canapé receptions… spectacular summer parties, weddings, corporate launches and charity gala dinners, we deliver events with deliciously different flair and more WOW factor than you can imagine.

Role Purpose

Kitchen Manager - £45,000 - SW18

We're looking for a Kitchen Manager to join our award-winning London Events team and play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences at our production kitchen based in South West London (SW18).

You'll be responsible for ensuring the kitchen operation runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

What you'll be doing

Variety every day, from overseeing daily kitchen operations and production planning to supporting recruitment and admin

Managing kitchen logistics, stock control, and supplier relationships to ensure efficient operations

Ensuring food safety, compliance, and health & safety standards are consistently met across all kitchen operations

Enjoying a genuine work-life balance with primarily daytime operational hours, alongside select evenings and weekends during peak event periods

What we're looking for

Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Senior Sous Chef, Head Chef

Background in events, contract catering, hospitality

Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, stock control, labour planning, and food safety compliance

Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities

* A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional operational standards

Good to know

This full time role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000. You will benefit from a 40% discount across all restaurants and venues, meals provided on duty, private healthcare and enhanced company pension, life assurance and income protection plus cross-exposure to the wider RHC and OVG business, including events and venues across London and beyond.

Our Inclusion Commitments

OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence.

Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we’d love to hear from you.

If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.