Chef - Tonkotsu - London

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Breakfast Chef to join our team at Aftertaste, an independent café in North London. Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook breakfast and brunch dishes to a high standard, • Maintain food quality and presentation, • Keep the kitchen clean and organised, • Follow food hygiene and health & safety regulations, • Work efficiently during busy service periods, • Assist with stock control and food preparation Requirements: • Previous experience as a breakfast chef or cook, • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen, • Good knowledge of food hygiene, • Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team, • Right to work in the UK What we offer: • Competitive pay, • Flexible shifts, • Friendly working environment, • Opportunity to grow with our café

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Senior Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 75p 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 17 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. 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. What will I be doing? • You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills, • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Adhering to exceptionally high standards - including cleanliness., • Working with a fast-paced kitchen team. What are we looking for? • Someone with excellent experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • A great team player who loves to work within a team with great interpersonal skills., • Someone with a good command of English., • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer... • Competitive rates paid hourly with bonus incentives in place., • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • Full time or part time hours available and all overtime paid for. * Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service., • Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities., • Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens., • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

Chef – Fresh Food Mexican Restaurant (Open Kitchen) Are you passionate about fresh food and love working in a fast-paced, friendly kitchen? We’re looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Chef to join our growing team at our fresh food Mexican restaurant. If you enjoy cooking from scratch, learning new skills, and being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you! We pride ourselves on preparing fresh food every day using quality ingredients, so experience in fresh food preparation and cooking is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys working in an open kitchen, and is excited to learn more about Mexican cuisine. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing fresh ingredients and completing daily kitchen prep, • Cooking fresh food to a consistently high standard, • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen, • Following all food safety and hygiene procedures, • Working efficiently during busy service periods, • Supporting your team and helping create a positive working environment We’re looking for someone who: • Has at least 2 years’ experience working in a professional kitchen, • Has experience with fresh food preparation and cooking, • Is confident working in an open kitchen and interacting with customers, • Is organised, reliable, and able to work well under pressure, • Has a good understanding of food hygiene and safety, • Is punctual, motivated, and enjoys being part of a team, • Has a genuine passion for food and is excited to learn new skills and develop their knowledge of Mexican cuisine A varied role As we’re a small, close-knit team, everyone helps where needed. This role also includes basic bar duties, such as preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Previous bar experience is helpful but not essential, as full training will be provided. What we offer: • Competitive pay from £12.71 per hour, depending on experience, • Full training and ongoing support, • The opportunity to learn authentic Mexican cooking techniques and expand your culinary skills, • Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing business, • A friendly, supportive team where hard work is recognised and valued, • A great work-life balance – our restaurant closes at 8:30pm, so there are no late-night finishes Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or simply want to develop your skills in a fresh food kitchen, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with our business. If you’re hardworking, passionate about food, and ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV along with your availability.

🍽️ Chef | The Observatory - 53rd Floor, Canary Wharf Full-Time | £14–£15/hr + Service Charge | Immediate Start Ever cooked with the whole of London laid out beneath you? We're looking for a talented, passionate Chef to run the kitchen at The Observatory - our stunning residents' cocktail bar, restaurant & piano bar perched on the 53rd floor in the heart of Canary Wharf. With panoramic views stretching across the entire city, this is, quite simply, the most spectacular kitchen in London. The Role: You'll be at the helm of our evening kitchen, delivering a polished evening menu and stunning platters for private events in what is genuinely one of the most unique and beautiful venues in the capital. It's a relaxed, refined atmosphere - but we have serious ambition. • 5 evenings per week (and some afternoons), • 2 days off, • Evening service & private event catering, • Immediate start available What We're Looking For: A confident, capable chef who can own a kitchen and take real pride in their food. Someone who thrives in an intimate, high-quality setting. A team player with great energy and a positive attitude. What You'll Get: £14–£15 per hour + service charge on top The best office view of anyone you know - guaranteed A role in a young, fun and genuinely ambitious company that cares deeply about its teams, not just its guests A workplace that's as enjoyable to be in as it is impressive to look at We're a company that takes huge pride in every venue we operate and even more pride in the people who bring them to life. If you're looking for something truly different - a place where the environment is extraordinary and the team actually loves coming to work - this is it. 📍 Canary Wharf, London ⏰ Afternoons/Evenings | 5 days/week 💷 £14–£15/hr + service charge 🚀 Immediate start Ready to cook at the top of London? Apply now.

We're Hiring – Commis Chef We're looking for a Commis Chef to join our friendly team in a busy pub kitchen. Our kitchen is small, so we're looking for someone who is reliable, organised, and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting with food preparation and mise en place., • Preparing and cooking dishes according to recipes and company standards., • Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation., • Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and hygienic at all times., • Following food safety and HACCP procedures., • Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries, and storage., • Working closely with the rest of the kitchen team to ensure smooth service. What We Offer: • A friendly, supportive working environment in a small team., • Pay rate negotiable, depending on experience., • Weekly pay., • Opportunities to learn and develop your skills., • Stable, ongoing employment. If you're passionate about food and want to be part of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us your CV or get in touch for more information.

Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef Opportunity - Unique Culinary Innovation Studio, Central London £45,000 - £50,000 DOE | Clear Progression to Head Chef Host Staffing is delighted to be partnering with one of London's most innovative culinary businesses in the search for an exceptional Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef. This is a rare opportunity to step away from a traditional restaurant environment and join a pioneering culinary design studio that sits at the crossroads of gastronomy, science, psychology and immersive guest experiences. Working alongside an award-winning chef-founder, you'll help create and deliver extraordinary multisensory dining experiences for global brands, private clients and exclusive Chef's Table events. This role would suit a technically strong Sous Chef with Michelin-starred or 2 Rosette experience who is looking for greater creative input, development opportunities and a genuine pathway towards a Head Chef position. The Role You'll be involved in every stage of the creative process, from concept development and testing through to execution and guest interaction. Responsibilities include: Leading preparation and service for exclusive Chef's Table experiences and bespoke corporate events Collaborating on menu development, dish creation and culinary innovation Testing, refining and developing new concepts and presentations Supporting and mentoring a small kitchen team Managing stock control, ordering and supplier relationships Ensuring the highest standards of food safety and kitchen organisation Working closely with event and operations teams to deliver seamless guest experiences Engaging confidently with guests in an open-kitchen environment What We're Looking For Current Sous Chef or ambitious Senior Chef de Partie ready for the next step Michelin-starred or 2 Rosette experience within the UK Strong technical cooking ability, including knowledge of modernist techniques and ingredients Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Comfortable working within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Creative mindset with a genuine interest in food innovation and design Strong communication and leadership skills Valid UK work authorisation with a minimum of 3 years remaining if visa sponsorship is not required Why This Role? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Genuine opportunity to progress into a Head Chef position Work on exciting projects for globally recognised brands Significant creative input and menu development responsibility Small, collaborative team environment A chance to work directly with a highly respected chef and industry innovator A varied schedule balancing event execution with research, development and testing This is an ideal opportunity for a chef who thrives on creativity, enjoys pushing culinary boundaries and wants to be part of something genuinely different within London's food scene.

Join our team as a Head Chef at a vibrant establishment renowned for fast, authentic, and smoky Lebanese street food, with our flame-grilled Half BBQ Chicken and fragrant Lebanese Rice as the star dish. We are seeking a hands-on, high-energy individual to lead our kitchen team and ensure our express line operates seamlessly. Key Responsibilities: • Signature Dish Excellence: Oversee the daily marination, flawless grilling, and consistent quality of our signature Half BBQ Chicken and Rice., • Kitchen Leadership: Train, motivate, and lead a fast-paced line cook team, ensuring efficiency and high standards of service without compromising quality., • Operational Management: Efficiently manage inventory, optimize daily prep cycles, control food costs, and minimize waste., • Hygiene & Safety: Uphold and maintain a spotless kitchen environment, strictly adhering to all health and safety standards. What We Are Looking For: • Experience: A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef, preferably within a busy grill, Middle Eastern, or fast-casual kitchen setting., • Grill Mastery: Proven confidence in managing high-volume grilling (both charcoal and gas) and large-scale chicken preparation., • Pace & Pressure: Demonstrated ability to thrive and perform exceptionally under pressure in a high-volume, "express" dining environment. Perks of Joining Our Team: • Competitive salary complemented by performance-based bonuses., • Enjoy complimentary meals during shifts, including our delicious BBQ chicken., • Benefit from paid time off and clear pathways for career growth and development within our expanding business.