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Chef — Kūhaku 空白 205 Upper Street, Islington N1 · From £13 per hour + service charge · Salary options available Join our team at an independent Japanese izakaya and hidden cocktail bar on Upper Street. We serve a tight menu of Japanese small plates alongside our cocktails, and we're looking for a chef who can run our kitchen with care and consistency. The role You'll work independently in our compact kitchen, serving the counter attached to the kitchen as well as tables across the bar area. Full training on the menu is given, with time to get comfortable before you're running service on your own. Our kitchen is vegan-friendly by design — konbu dashi only, a vegan curry sauce, vegan panko and coatings, and separated fryers — so care around dietary requirements and allergens is a big part of the job. What you'll do • Cook and serve our Japanese izakaya menu accurately and consistently, after training, • Work independently to serve the kitchen counter and bar-area tables, • Complete all prep and mise en place needed to keep the full menu available, • Keep the kitchen clean, safe and hygienic — cleaning schedules, oil changes, proper opens and close-downs, • Handle allergens and dietary requirements with care, • Rotate stock, follow FIFO and flag what needs ordering, • Prepare staff food, • Contribute ideas and take part in tastings as the menu develops What we're looking for • Kitchen experience — Japanese or Asian cuisine is a plus, but not essential, • Confident working on your own and staying calm during a busy service, • Clean, organised and strong on food hygiene, • Food Hygiene Level 2 (or willing to get it), • Available evenings and weekends Hours We're open Tuesday to Sunday, evenings only. Closed Mondays. Kitchen hours: Tue–Wed 5pm–10pm · Thu 5pm–11pm · Fri–Sat 5pm–midnight · Sun 5pm–9pm What you get • From £13 per hour plus service charge, with salary options available, • Free staff food on shift, • 50% off food and drinks when you're off shift, • A small, independent team where your work gets noticed, • A say in how the menu develops

Chef De Partie– a CDP , you will run a section within the kitchen and support the delivery of consistent, high-quality food.Key Responsibilities • • Running your section during prep and service, • • Ensuring consistent food quality and presentation, • • Supporting and mentoring junior chefs, • • Maintaining hygiene, safety, and organisation, • • Supporting stock and waste control, • Able to work rotating shift patterns which includes earlies (6am starts) and lates finishing at 10pm About You • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, • Experience as a Demi CDP, • Passion for produce-led cooking, • Strong organisation and attention to detail, • Calm and team-focused approach Salary & Benefits • up to £15 per hour plus service charge (tronc-based system), • Industry-leading staff perks Equality StatementBuvette London is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Caffe Concerto is looking for a motivated Salad Chef or Kitchen Porter (KP) to join our team, with full training and development provided by our finest Head Chefs across the branches, and a clear pathway to progress into a Sous Chef or Head Chef role. Requirements: • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Salad Chef, or in a similar kitchen role is preferred, • A genuine passion for food and working with fresh, high-quality ingredients, • Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills with full training provided, • Positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Good communication skills with managers, kitchen, and front-of-house staff, • Flexibility to work full-time hours and varied shifts, • Physically able to stand for long periods, bend, and lift when required, • Food Safety Level 1 and Health & Safety Level 1 certificates are an advantage (training can be provided as well) What We Offer: • Clear career progression to Sous Chef and Head Chef roles, • Full training and development within the company, • Contracted hours, • Free staff meals on duty, • 50% staff discount when dining off duty, • 28 days holiday entitlement, • A kitchen equipped with high-quality, modern equipment, • Excellent staff facilities Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per year

Pachamama Group was set up in October 2014 with a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe by doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. Lagana brings Med flatbreads and skewers to Shoreditch, taking over from Pachamama East. This Greek-inspired restaurant is aiming to be a little more casual the glitzy feel of their other recent openings by Pachamama Group. There's an emphasis on a home-cooking style here, with the menu led by the lagana itself, a puffed flatbread straight from the oven served with bowls of seasonal spreads and dips. As a seasoned Chef de Partie, we anticipate your readiness to bring your top performance and culinary flair to our team. For the Chef de Partie role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Full Service Charge distribution., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday for a full time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. As our Chef de Partie, we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best, we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.

Are you passionate about creating exquisite pastries and desserts? Firmdale Hotels invites you to bring your culinary talents to our renowned Ham Yard Hotel, where excellence and creativity meet in the heart of London. Firmdale Hotels is an award-winning group recognised for its unique design, outstanding service, and vibrant atmosphere. Each of our properties boasts a distinct personality, offering guests an unforgettable experience. At Ham Yard Hotel, we pride ourselves on our innovative cuisine and exceptional dining experiences. As a Pastry Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in our culinary team, leading the pastry kitchen with confidence and flair. Responsibilities: • Leading and mentoring a team of pastry chefs to ensure high standards and continuous development., • Overseeing the preparation and presentation of all pastry items, ensuring quality and consistency., • Managing the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, including order of service and mise en place., • Collaborating with the Executive Chef to create new and exciting dessert menus using fresh, high-quality ingredients., • Maintaining inventory and ensuring efficient stock control and ordering processes. What you Need: • Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-end restaurant or hotel setting., • A genuine love for food and a desire to create innovative and delicious pastries., • Strong leadership skills with experience in managing, developing, and motivating a team., • High standard of food knowledge and technical pastry skills., • Excellent organisational abilities to ensure smooth kitchen operations., • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and other departments. What We Offer: • Competitive annual salary of £46,922 plus service charge., • Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching., • Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies), • Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants, • Complimentary meals on shift, • Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent, • Flexible scheduling without split shifts, • Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning, • Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service, • Season ticket loan for convenient commuting, • Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons, • Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions, • Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards, • One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work, • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks, • And much more!! Why join Firmdale Hotels? Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades: • Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025, • The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade, • Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024, • Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024, • Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024, • Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025, • Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025, • Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025, • Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024, • Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024, • Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award, • Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024, • Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure 'IT List' best hotels in the world, • Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys, • Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024. You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our legacy of excellence, apply now to join our vibrant team at Ham Yard Hotel! Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.