Chef

Cook required for small but very busy cafe Monday to Friday approx 7:30-8am-2-3pm pm no weekends and no late nights

WANTED: PITMASTER IN THE MAKING Back9 Barbecue & Braai is looking for a fire-loving, meat-smoking, grill-slinging BBQ chef. We don’t microwave. We don’t fake smoke. We do it the real way — brisket, ribs, tomahawks, sausage, fire. If you can: Handle a smoker like it’s your second home Turn raw cuts into smoked gold Stay cool while things heat up Work clean, fast and proud Then we’ve got: A smoker with your name on it A fun crew and epic menu Real hours, proper pay, staff meals 📍 Location: Back9, Hainault Forest Apply now. Show us your fire.

Srilankan chef Required

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for running a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation and presentation. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with experience and a passion for cooking. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standards Manage your section efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and organization Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily operations Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are followed Assist with stock control and ordering Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role Strong communication and teamwork skills Passion for food and attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Full-time/Part-time positions available. Immediate start.

Job Title: Vegetarian Chef (with Catering Experience) 🕒 Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week 💷 Salary: Competitive £39000 📝 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: Vegie Master Ilford is a fast-growing vegetarian restaurant known for its authentic, flavorful, and healthy plant-based dishes. Alongside our in-house dining, we also cater to events, functions, and community gatherings with tailored vegetarian menus. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Vegetarian Chef to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in preparing pure vegetarian meals and should also have experience handling catering operations (including event orders, large batch cooking, and menu planning for functions). Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook a range of pure vegetarian dishes for daily restaurant service and catering orders Plan and execute customized menus for catering clients, including events, parties, and festivals Manage the kitchen during large-scale catering operations Ensure food consistency, taste, and quality across all meals served Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety Monitor inventory and coordinate timely ordering for both restaurant and catering needs Coordinate with management on staffing and logistics for external catering events Train and supervise junior kitchen staff as required Requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience in vegetarian cooking (restaurant or catering) Strong experience in bulk cooking and catering operations Excellent organizational and time-management skills Strong understanding of vegetarian ingredients, spices, and preparation methods Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings when catering events are scheduled Knowledge of UK food hygiene and safety regulations Ability to manage pressure during high-volume service periods Preferred (Not Essential): Experience with Indian vegetarian cuisine Valid UK food hygiene certification Prior experience in managing outdoor food stalls or food trucks (bonus)

🍳 Head Chef – The Good Egg, Walthamstow, London | £45,000 per annum | 45-hour contract / available weekends Breakfast • Brunch • Middle Eastern Plates • Freshly Made Pizzas About Us The Good Egg is a buzzing daytime restaurant and evening casual dining spot rooted in Middle Eastern flavours, vibrant brunch culture, and fresh, honest cooking. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., we serve a much-loved breakfast and lunch menu. From 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., we also offer a rotating set menu and a line-up of handcrafted pizzas — bringing something special to both daytime and early evening guests. We are now looking for a dedicated and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and maintain high standards across both service periods. Key Responsibilities Oversee and lead the kitchen team through breakfast, brunch, and pizza service (12–8 p.m.). Maintain high EHO and food hygiene standards at all times. Inspire the team through structured leadership, accountability, and motivation. Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes, from shakshuka to sourdough pizza. Coordinate daily prep and service with strong focus on organisation and efficiency. Control kitchen costs, manage stock levels, and reduce waste. Train and develop junior team members. Collaborate on menu development and kitchen systems. What We’re Looking For ✔️ Previous Head Chef or senior Sous Chef experience in a quality kitchen ✔️ Natural leader with strong people and organisational skills ✔️ Experience with breakfast service, pizza prep, and Middle Eastern dishes a plus ✔️ High standards for cleanliness, structure, and professionalism ✔️ Proactive, accountable, and solutions-driven ✔️ Able to lead by example and develop kitchen culture ✔️ Food safety trained with solid HACCP knowledge We Offer Up to £45,000 per year (depending on experience) 45-hour contract with two days off per week Free meals on shift Creative input into menus and systems A dynamic, positive team environment Room to grow with a respected independent brand Ready to lead The Good Egg kitchen? Send us your CV and a short note explaining why you’re a great fit. We’re after someone with heart, hustle, and hunger — for food and for building a great team.

We are looking for a pastry chef to join our bakery team. Some experience working with pastry would be ideal, either in a commercial setting or in your own home kitchen. You would get on the job training, so even if you are not 100% experienced in this field, we would teach you what you need to become capable and comfident in this position. The hours are from the early morning, specifically from 4am until 8am. Thank you, Lincolns Patisserie

PIZZA CHEF - FULL TIME TRUE CRAFT – Walthamstow £13 - £15 per hour ( Average 40-45 hrs per week) True Craft started out 6 years ago as a sourdough pizza and craft beer pub in Tottenham. We have quickly earned a reputation for making some of the best pizzas in London. Our pizzas are so unique because our sourdough is fermented for 48 hours. We are also dedicated to sourcing the best quality local ingredients - we buy mozzarella from Essex, to maximise freshness, we source meats from Cobble Lane Cured in Islington, as well as British milled flour. We make everything from scratch in-house and customers keep coming back to us to try our inspiring weekly specials. The best pizza are made by the best pizza chefs, so we are focused on creating a great place to work. We always recognise and reward our best people and give them the opportunity to grow with us. What’s in it for you: ● Competitive pay rate ● A chance to make your mark in an exciting and fun environment with an enthusiastic and supportive management team ● The opportunity to be part of an expanding brand and grow your career with us ● Freedom to be creative, autonomous and express your personality ● Free food and drink during shifts ● 50% off pizza outside working hours ● Pension scheme