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Title: Chef for Pan Asian Fusion Restaurant Location: Clapham High Street Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time Salary Range: up to £35,000 Reports To: Head chef/Sous chef Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled and passionate **Chef ** to join our Asian fusion kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen (e.g., wok station, cold section, grill, or momo) while maintaining high standards of taste, presentation, and efficiency. You will work closely with the Sous Chef and line cooks to ensure smooth service and consistency in our innovative Asian fusion dishes. Key Responsibilities: - Station Management: Oversee and execute all dishes from your assigned section with precision, speed, and attention to detail. - Food Preparation: Prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards. - Quality Control: Ensure every dish leaving your station meets taste, texture, and presentation expectations. - Team Collaboration: Assist other kitchen sections when needed and communicate effectively with front-of-house staff. - Inventory & Waste Control: Monitor stock levels for your station, report shortages, and minimize food waste. - Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines. - Training Support: Guide and mentor junior cooks and commis chefs in your section. - Qualifications & Skills: - Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in Asian or fusion cuisine. - Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in your assigned station (e.g., wok cooking, grilling, or dumpling / momo making). - Team Player: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. - Attention to Detail: Keen eye for presentation and consistency in food quality. - Adaptability: Willingness to learn new techniques and contribute to menu development. - Food Safety: Knowledge of proper food handling (ServSafe or equivalent certification is a plus). - Flexibility: Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Preferred Qualifications: - Culinary school training or apprenticeship in Asian cuisine. - Experience in a high-volume or upscale restaurant. - Familiarity with both traditional and modern Asian cooking methods. **Benefits (if applicable) - Competitive pay and NEST pension scheme - Staff meals - Opportunities for advancement How to Apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter

🥐 BAKER – OKJA BAKERY 📍 London based 🕐 Full time ⏰ Able to start at 3:30am 💰 Starting from £14 per hour We are Okja A bakery but not as you know it Everything we make is plant based but that’s not the headline We focus on flavour craft and community We make food people love in spaces they want to be in Now we’re looking for a baker to join the early crew Someone who loves working with good ingredients and doing things properly Someone who can help us set the tone each morning and bake with care at pace 🛠 What You’ll Do - Prepare and bake a range of plant based goods including sourdough rolls and viennoiserie - Laminate and work with enriched doughs from scratch - Shape mix and manage doughs using fresh ingredients - Ensure product quality consistency and speed across every batch - Support morning shop set up and handover to the retail team - Keep a clean organised and safe working environment 💡 What You’ll Need - Some experience in a bakery kitchen or production environment - A passion for great food and high standards - Willingness to learn and grow with us - Confidence working with doughs and a curiosity to keep improving - Able to work early starts and move with purpose - Right to work in the UK We’re open to developing the right person If you’ve got the drive and care we can teach the rest --- ✨ The Okja Behaviours Entrepreneurial Energy - You show up and take responsibility - You move fast and take pride in your work Taste First - You care about flavour texture and consistency - You don’t cut corners and it shows in the product People Led - You bring good energy to the team - You communicate clearly and look out for others ⭐ What We Offer - Starting pay of £14 per hour - A key role in a growing bakery with big plans - A values driven and supportive culture - Opportunities to grow with the business - Early shifts and regular hours - 🥐 All the pastries you can handle strictly for quality control of course

Salary up to £33,000 per annum Demi Chef de Partie Oswald’s is a new private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. Oswald’s is proud to be a Caterer Top 30 ‘Best Place to Work in Hospitality’ 2023. We are currently recruiting for a Demi Chef de Partie to join our Oswald's team. Paid Trial Shifts Offered! The company benefits our Demi Chef de Partie receives are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty The responsibilities of the Demi Chef de Partie are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Lunch & Dinner mise-en-place The Experience & Qualifications required of our Demi Chef de Partie are: - Previous experience in a similar position is essential - Experience of working in a busy kitchen is preferable Working Hours: - On a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday-Saturday. - 4 days on, 3 days off The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Demi Chef de Partie at Oswald's then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.

Salary up to £37,000 per annum Chef de Partie - Nico's Nico’s is a high-end Italian grill and pizza restaurant, owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley, owner of private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street & Oswald’s. Located in the heart of Mayfair, the restaurant has a welcoming and exclusive environment with a menu that offers members freshly made pasta, pizza and grill creations using the freshest and finest ingredients. We are currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join our Nico's team. We offer paid trial shifts! The company benefits our Chef de Partie receives are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty - Additional Service Charge Included The Experience & Qualifications required are: - Knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine - Able to work as part of a team delivering consistent service The responsibilities of the Chef de Partie are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Lunch & Dinner mise-en-place - Maintain high health & safety hygiene standards Working hours: The working hours for this role are on a rota basis, 7 shifts a week. Closed every Sunday evening and all day Monday The club is closed on Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us Chef de Partie at Nico’s then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.

Salary up to £45,000 per annum Junior Sous Chef Oswald’s is a private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. Oswald’s is proud to be a Caterer Top 30 ‘Best Place to Work in Hospitality’ 2023. We are currently recruiting for a Junior Sous Chef to join our Oswald's team Paid trial shifts offered! The company benefits our Junior Sous Chef receives are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty The responsibilities of the Junior Sous Chef are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Leading on a section of the kitchen The Experience & Qualifications required of our Junior Sous Chef are: - Previous experience in a similar position is essential - Experience of working in a busy kitchen is preferable Working Hours: - On a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday-Saturday. - 4 days on, 3 days off The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Junior Sous Chef at Oswald’s then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Pasta Chef to join our kitchen team. If you have a passion for Italian cuisine and expertise in crafting fresh pasta dishes, this is your chance to shine in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a variety of pasta dishes according to authentic Italian recipes • Ensure consistency and quality in every plate served • Collaborate with the Head Chef and kitchen team to maintain smooth kitchen operations • Manage mise en place and maintain a clean, organized workstation • Assist with inventory control and ingredient ordering as needed • Uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and safety Requirements • Proven experience as a pasta chef or similar role in an Italian kitchen • Strong knowledge of pasta-making techniques and Italian culinary traditions • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and as part of a team • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality • Food hygiene certification is a plus • Passionate, reliable, and eager to learn and grow

Head Chef About Heard Heard is a new smashed burger concept from two Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey, created to take an everyday classic and make it exceptional. After years in fine dining, Jordan brings chef-level skill, bold flavour, and premium ingredients to smash burgers - served fast and without compromise. Following a year touring the UK’s biggest events, Heard has landed in Borough with its first restaurant, pairing signature burgers and beef salt fries with low-intervention wines and local craft beers. Heard is on a mission to redefine fast-casual dining. Role Overview As Head chef, you’ll take full ownership of the day-to-day running of our Borough site - leading the team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and driving performance across service, operations and financials. You’ll set the tone for energy, quality, and culture every shift, working closely with central teams to bring the Heard vision to life. Key Responsibilities Lead the team to consistently deliver high-energy, high-quality service with speed, warmth, and precision. Take full responsibility for rota planning, labour control, ordering, stock, and P&L performance. Build, coach and retain a high-performing team who embody Heard’s values. Own daily briefings and ensure everyone is aligned on service standards, product knowledge, and goals. Create a welcoming, professional environment where guests and staff feel genuinely cared for. Collaborate with the culinary, ops and marketing teams to improve performance, guest experience, and site-level execution. What You’ll Bring Proven experience as a HC or strong SC in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant or premium fast-casual environment. Excellent leadership and coaching skills - you know how to get the best out of a team. Strong proven understanding of hospitality operations - confident with P&L, stock, scheduling, and compliance. Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and obsessed with delivering great What We Offer £45,000 - £55,000 per annum including service charge (DOE) 5.6 weeks paid holiday (inclusive of public holidays) Free meals during shifts Staff discounts and socials Direct involvement in shaping one of London’s most exciting food brands Ongoing training and internal progression opportunities Why Work With Us Career Progression - Clear pathways and internal promotion opportunities Competitive Compensation - Competitive pay and transparent tronc Work-Life Balance - Respectful rota planning and fair scheduling Development Opportunities - Ongoing learning and leadership exposure Inclusive Culture - Diverse, welcoming, and people-first environment

Demi Chef de Partie - Ground Floor Kitchen 5 Hertford Street is the beautifully appointed private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. We are currently looking for a Demi Chef de Partie to join the brigade in the Ground Floor Kitchen. Paid trial shifts offered! The company benefits our Demi Chef de Partie receives are: - 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty - Additional Service Charge Included The responsibilities of the Demi Chef de Partie are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Lunch & Dinner mise-en-place The Experience & Qualifications required as Demi Chef de Partie are: - Previous experience in a similar position is essential. - Experience of working in a luxury hotel, restaurant or private member’s club advantageous Working Hours: - The working hours for this role are a combination of single/double shifts - Open Monday-Saturday - 7 shifts a week The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Demi Chef de Partie at 5 Hertford Street then apply by forwarding your up to date CV together with a covering letter.