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Dream Big - Join Urban Italian Group! We are Urban Italian Group, UIG, a successful restaurant group that has established itself in 12 cities nationally and internationally since 2017. With over 400 employees, our operations span from the Spanish coast in Marbella to the northern city of Umeå in Sweden. Today, we present Florentine, Basta, and our newest additions, Giorgio's Trattoria and Lola Maria, each rooted in a strong culinary identity and designed to deliver memorable guest experiences. Every venue aims to tell a unique story and create an atmosphere that becomes a second home for the people in the neighbourhood. Our Brands: Basta Instagram - A casual dining concept delivering great guest with strong value for guests. Florentine Instagram Sweden | Instagram Spain - An international upscale casual trattoria delivering refined dining. Trattoria Giorgio's Instagram - A lively 1960s Milanese trattoria in Östermalm. Lola Maria Instagram - Vibrant Andalusian tapas, in the heart of Malmö. Villa Valentina Instagram - Modern Spanish farm house concept with mediterranean influences. Opening June 2026. About You & The Role This role is for a Chef who takes pride in doing things properly and improving through daily work. You will work in a structured, high-volume kitchen with clear standards and routines. The days are busy and the work can be repetitive at times, but the satisfaction comes from executing dishes well, keeping pace during service, and contributing to a smooth operation. Quality, consistency, and teamwork matter more than speed alone. Progress here doesn't come from fast titles or constant change. It comes from learning the details, listening to feedback, and becoming reliable service after service. Chefs who do well enjoy improving through repetition, understanding why things are done a certain way, and being part of a team where standards are taken seriously. If you value clear expectations, steady development, and the feeling of finishing a service knowing you supported the team and did the job properly, this environment will suit you. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and quality standards, • Ensure mise en place is completed up to standards, and organised before service, • Maintain consistency, speed, and precision during service, • Keep your section clean, organised, and service-ready at all times, • Communicate clearly with the kitchen team during service, • Support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment, • Ensure full compliance of company's HACCP Key Requirements • Proven experience in a similar role within a fast-paced kitchen, • Good communication and teamwork skills, • Good organisational skills and ability to work under time pressure, • Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations, • Ability to work independently while contributing to team success, • Ability to consistently deliver high-quality dishes in a high-volume environment Benefits Our team is full of big hearted and incredibly talented colleagues who will make sure you feel very welcomed from day one. • Competitive market salary of (gross) 2000-2500 Euro monthly (depending on size of venue) + tips, • Average of 40 hours a week, • Housing (T&Cs applies), • Seasonal and permanent contracts, • 500 euro referral bonus scheme for introducing a successful colleague, • Best on the market growth opportunities, • Regular performance reviews and salary evaluations, • Full onboarding, cross training and tailored career development plan, • The unforgettable annual UIG Gala party and team nights out, • International trips and possibility to work abroad, • Friends for life What We Offer Joining Urban Italian Group means becoming part of a vibrant, forward-thinking family where creativity meets collaboration: • Growth & Opportunity: Develop your skills within one of Scandinavia's fastest-growing hospitality groups, with real opportunities to grow into senior kitchen roles., • Learn from Strong Leaders: Work alongside experienced Head Chefs and Sous Chefs who support your development and help you refine your craft., • Competitive Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary and stable working conditions in a professional kitchen environment., • Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience, structured training, and the chance to expand your culinary knowledge across different concepts., • A Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a positive, respectful kitchen culture where teamwork, quality, and pride in the craft come first

1. Role Purpose To lead the Larder and Production section, ensuring all cold and prep-heavy elements meet exact standards. This role acts as the “engine room” for the kitchen, providing high-quality salads and prepped components that allow the main service to run smoothly under the Head Chef. 2. Core Responsibilities (The Management Pillar) Section Ownership: Take full responsibility for the larder station, ensuring it is set up and ready for service daily. Commercial Awareness: Monitor portion control and maintain accurate waste logs for your section to ensure the kitchen meets its Gross Profit (GP) targets. Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor Kitchen Assistants or Commis Chefs, ensuring they follow your prep lists and quality standards. Stock Management: Perform daily stock checks; communicate ordering requirements for fresh produce, dry goods, and specialty ingredients to the Head Chef. 3. Daily Operational Tasks (Your Specific Checklist) High-Volume Prep: Execute the daily prep list with precision, ensuring all “larder” tasks are completed before transitioning to support the Head Chef with main cookery. Recipe Adherence: Produce all salads and cold items strictly according to stored recipes, using scales to weigh ingredients as per job sheets for 100% consistency. Specialty Production: Maintain levels of all “House” items, including proprietary dressings, pickles, and ferments. Kitchen Support: Provide active support to the Head Chef and other team members when needed. 4. Due Diligence & Hygiene Section Cleanliness: Maintain a high standard of hygiene on your section and take ownership of the organisation and shelving within the walk-in fridge. Compliance Paperwork: Complete all daily “Due Diligence” logs, including core temperature checks, cooling logs, and labelling (complying with Natasha’s Law). Food Safety: Ensure all ingredients are stored correctly (FIFO) and that cross-contamination risks are managed at all times

Common Pizza - New York City & Detroit Style, Open-Air Pizza Restaurant In Clapham Common and Parsons Green A laid-back, open-air hangout serving thin-crust NYC pizzas & deep-pan Detroit pies + mac balls, towering dough bites, drinks and music. We are looking for a pizza chef to join our team, who has a passion for pizza & working in a team. We are located in the middle of Clapham Common, with an open kitchen pass onto a full out-door seated restaurant. This is a very cool place to work! • Neighbourhood Location - No need to travel into Central!, • 28 Days Holiday, • 50% Discount - When dining with us with your friends/family, • Free Team Food - On all shifts, • Monthly Competitions, • Pension Scheme, • A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In - We really do care about our people!, • Apply Now!

L’oro di Napoli an Italian pizza restaurant in South Ealing specializing in traditional Neapolitan wood-fired pizza, is seeking an experienced Pizza Chef to join our culinary team. We are looking for a passionate and skilled individual with a proven background in crafting authentic pizzas, particularly with a wood-fired oven.

Join Sushi Daily Battersea where we pride ourselves on crafting freshly made sushi in a dynamic food stall environment. We are seeking a skilled Sushi Artisan to contribute to our dedicated team. Key Responsibilities will include: • Preparing various sushi types (e.g., nigiri, maki, sashimi) with precision and artistic flair., • Handling and preparing fresh ingredients, including rice, fish, and vegetables., • Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and safety., • Ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all sushi products. We are looking for candidates who: • Possess a valid work permit for the UK., • Are enthusiastic about creating high-quality sushi., • Are available for part-time positions. In return, we offer a competitive hourly rate of £14.50. We value our team members and provide: Become part of our small, corporate chain team and help us deliver exceptional sushi experiences.

Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 15 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Opening in early 2025.... What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You'll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • You'll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What's on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week. • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI's., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza \& Love, YSP

Il Bistrotto is a fresh and exciting Italian dining concept opened a year ago in Chelsea, London. We are dedicated to offering authentic Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, featuring carefully sourced regional products that celebrate the rich and diverse flavours of Italy and not only. Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting the Head Chef in the daily operations of our kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. The Sous Chef will also be responsible for supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation, and maintaining food safety standards as well as organising kicthen recipes and manage kitchen stock. Responsibilities • Assist the Head Chef in menu planning and development, ensuring creativity and seasonal relevance., • Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and presentation standards., • Ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest quality and consistency, adhering to established recipes and portion control guidelines., • Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations., • Help manage inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimising waste., • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including scheduling staff shifts and managing workflow during peak service times. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within an Italian restaurant or hospitality setting., • Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in culinary operations., • Excellent leadership skills with experience in supervising and managing a team effectively., • Proficient in food preparation techniques with some experience in bread and pasta making., • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail., • Strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration among kitchen staff and front-of-house teams. Benefits • Working with an internation award winning company such as Velier, • Evening-only shifts (apart from weekend), • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount

Junior Sous Chef - ROKA Charlotte Street ROKA is a collection of contemporary Japanese Robatayaki restaurants. Since launching in 2004 on Charlotte Street, our London family has grown to include locations in Mayfair, Canary Wharf, and Aldwych. ROKA embodies the spirit of togetherness and shared dining: (RO) represents the vibrant atmosphere, while (KA) symbolises the heat and energy of the Robata grill. Proudly part of the Azumi collection, ROKA continues to deliver an elevated yet welcoming dining experience at the heart of every service. About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef to join our vibrant team at ROKA Charlotte Street . As a key member of our back-of-house leadership, you will embody our passion for exceptional hospitality, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm, memorable welcome from the moment they arrive. Our Junior Sous Chef are dedicated, hands-on, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, all while upholding ROKA's renowned high standards. Full of personality and professionalism, you'll inspire your team to deliver the outstanding service and seamless guest experience that define us. Our Ideal Junior Sous Chef You'll embody our values and bring: • A genuine love for hospitality, with a passion for Japanese cuisine and exceptional dining experiences, • Proven experience as a Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a premium, high-volume restaurant environment, • A collaborative spirit, thriving as part of a large and dynamic team, • A warm, customer-focused approach, with the ability to create memorable moments for every guest Benefits We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: Our Commitment to Inclusivity At ROKA, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance during the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you. Working at ROKA offers more than just a job---it's an opportunity to be part of a globally renowned brand that values creativity, growth, and excellence. It's a place where passion meets opportunity, and where every team member is valued for their contribution.