Chef - Cinquecento

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Wood Fired Neapolitan Head Pizza Chef/Head Chef to join our team. As a Wood Fired Neapolitan Head Pizza Chef, you will be responsible for creating authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas using traditional methods and high-quality ingredients. Your expertise in wood-fired oven cooking, dough preparation, and pizza assembly will contribute to delivering an exceptional dining experience for our customers. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Italian cuisine, a deep understanding of Neapolitan pizza techniques, and a creative approach to flavour combinations. PIZZERIA DUTIES: Prepare and stretch Neapolitan pizza dough using traditional techniques to achieve the characteristic thin and soft crust (dough preparation, control fermentation of dough/gluten) . Operate and maintain the wood-fired oven, ensuring optimal temperature and consistent cooking results. Select and source highquality ingredients, including fresh produce artisanal cheeses, and premium meats, to create flavourful toppings. Master the art of handtossing and shaping pizza dough to achieve the desired thickness and shape. Execute proper pizza assembly and topping distribution, ensuring an even and balanced flavour profile. Monitor cooking times to ensure pizzas are baked to perfection, with the ideal balance of crispy crust and melty toppings. Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop new and innovative pizza flavours, exploring seasonal ingredients and customer preferences. Maintain a clean and organized work area, following food safety and sanitation guidelines. Train and mentor kitchen staff on Neapolitan pizza techniques, encouraging consistency and quality throughout the team. Continuously strive to improve and refine pizza recipes and cooking methods, keeping up with industry trends and customer feedback. Uphold a high level of professionalism and teamwork, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and providing excellent customer service. KITCHE DUTIES: Food Preparation: Support with food preparation and cooking processes, ensuring consistency and quality. Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, place orders, and manage inventory efficiently. Quality Assurance: Ensure that all dishes meet quality standards and are presented correctly. Sanitation: Enforce health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment. Collaboration with FOH: Work closely with the FOH team to address any special requests or issues, ensuring a cohesive and high-quality dining experience. Make kitchen/pizzeria rota and keep the cost in the budget ABOUT YOU: Friendly and approachable Positive mindset Eagerness to learn Ability to thrive under pressure and collaborate with a team Genuine passion for enhancing guest experiences Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment Leading a section or shifts in the kitchenProven experience as a Pizza Chef, preferably specializing in Neapolitan-style pizzas. In-depth knowledge of Neapolitan pizza dough preparation, wood-fired oven cooking, and traditional Italian ingredients. Ability to hand-toss and shape pizza dough with precision and consistency. Strong understanding of flavour profiles and the ability to create innovative pizza combinations.Excellent time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering consistently high-quality pizzas. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well as part of a team and provide guidance to kitchen staff. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. CINQUECENTO EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: Cinquecento 25% family dining discount Free meals for each full shift worked Performance related bonuses (non-contractual) Tronc/Gratuities Pension scheme (subject to eligibility) Full training and certification on health and safety, food courses and wines Opportunity to learn about traditional Italian cuisine Career Development Full uniform provided ABOUT US: Our restaurant is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming everyone in the community. We celebrate diversity, take pride in our offerings, our work, and being ourselves. If you're excited to join our amazing team, we want to hear from you!

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Are you a Chef de Partie / CDP who loves cooking with fresh ingredients, and work with other Chef de Parties / CDPs who care about the food that they are preparing? If so, then you are the perfect Chef de Partie / CDP for Granger & Co. and you need apply to work with us. At Granger & Co we are different, we care about your development and making sure you are regularly paid isn’t a nice to have, it’s a must. So what do we give our committed and contentious Chef de Parties / CDPs: • A real work-life balance - the role allows flexibility in hours, • Working in people-focused teams who share their passion for fresh everyday food, • After two years of employment, an additional day of holiday per year of service., • Access to hundreds of perks and discounts via Hospitality Rewards memberships, along with wellbeing support & GP access., • All meals are included while you’re at work; which are fresh and wholesome., • A generous 50% staff discount at all four Granger & Co. restaurants., • Access to our training calendar – offering both support and guidance., • Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to eligibility). Experienced Chef de Parties / CDP are what we’re gunning for but we also value: • Innate skills - we want to facilitate natural talent, • An inspiring chefs who raise the bar in all they create and possesses great attention to detail, • A passionate approachable individual We serve classic, freshly prepared, healthy & natural food right through from busy bustling breakfasts to cosy evening candlelit dinners. Across all five of our restaurants, we demonstrate a family approach to nurturing our chefs and wanting to see them progress and succeed in our business. Our Diversity & Inclusion Statement We strive to promote a working environment which values employees as individuals, an environment which encourages diversity and inclusion and appreciates the business benefits these principles bring. We are committed to allowing you to reach your maximum potential through providing opportunities for you to learn and develop. We want you to be proud of working for Granger & Co.’s and we want to be proud of our team. We cannot wait to meet you! Annual salary ranging from £35,000 to £37,000 per year, DOE

We’re Hiring: Prep Chef Location: Willesden Green, NW London Type: Full-time position We’re looking for someone who like food to join our friendly, professional team at a well-established and much-loved Italian restaurant. Ideally we would like someone who can start with prep but be willing to train as a pizza chef. What we’re looking for: ✅ Previous experience great but not necessary ✅ Strong references available upon request ✅ Good timekeeping, clean and organised work style ✅ A team player with a positive, can-do attitude What we offer: 💷 Excellent pay for the right candidate – we truly value skill and reliability 👨‍🍳 A supportive and professional working environment 🕐 Stable hours with potential for growth and long-term opportunities 🍝 Staff meals If you’re serious and looking for a role where your talent will be recognised and rewarded, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Apply now by sending your CV and references or pop in

👨‍🍳 Event / catering chef Wanted –starting @ £18–£22ph We’re looking for a creative, hardworking chef to join us at The Chapel Bar, Islington. We do not currently serve food on demand all food is pre-ordered for private events and menus can be seen on our website. Private events venue. You must be able to work alone When required. You must have excellent organisational skills. You must be able to work to specific timings and provide large numbers of canapés, finger food barbecues, buffets and a la cart meals to precision simultaneously. And help us create And deliver a new and exciting exciting Sunday lunch menu for Spring 2026. 📅 Flexible shifts (Wed–Sat or Thurs–Sun) 📍 26 years established venue – great team, great vibe.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen We are on the lookout for a Junior Sous Chef to join our restaurant Méli-mélo by Florent Fabulas. Working at MÉLI-MÉLO will give you the opportunity to create high quality dishes using great produce and suppliers, working alongside great individuals and our down to earth team. We are committed to investing in our people and fostering a strong sense of family and mutual respect. We celebrate individuality and diversity within our team You will have opportunities to develop, progress and learn from our inspiring leaders, who encourage creativity and welcome new ideas. ·Fantastic opportunities for career growth and development Requirements of our Junior Sous Chef: ·Passion for cooking with a desire to develop your knowledge and culinary skills further ·Ability to lead & teach a team where consistently great food is the focus ·Previous experience in a fast-paced kitchen with similar standards ·Always strives for excellence and consistency ·Thrives under pressure with a positive can-do attitude ·Hard working and reliable with an excellent work ethic ·Have a minimum of 1 years experience as a Junior Sous Chef or similar role in a similar establishment ·Demonstrate knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures ·Control of ordering, costing and stock ·Excellent communication skills You don’t need to be an expert as this will be covered in your induction and training programme. You just need to have passion, great work ethic, positive can-do attitude and a be a motivated team player!

Join our dynamic team as a Head Chef, working day-time shifts only for a total of 45 hours per week. Be a part of our independent restaurant, a bustling venue in the heart of Battersea, known as a hotspot for brunch, lunch, and private events in South West London. We seek a strong leader to collaborate closely with our executive chef and guide a small team of three. This position is ideal for a sous chef ready to step up into a head chef role. Responsibilities include: • Conducting weekly stock takes, • Understanding and managing GP margins, • Ensuring cooking stations are adequately supplied, • Preparing frequently used ingredients (e.g., vegetables, spices), • Following the executive chef’s guidance, • Leading and mentoring the team, • Optimizing the cooking process for speed and quality Skills required: • Proficiency in various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes, • Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure, • In-depth knowledge of best cooking practices Enjoy complimentary meals during your shifts as one of the benefits of joining our team.

🔪 CHEF – Ivan Ramen London 📍 Farringdon, London 💷 Up to £16 per hour + tips 🕐 Full-time & part-time roles available 🚀 Start date: 10 November | Opening: 18 November Ivan Ramen — the cult NYC ramen shop — is opening in Farringdon this November, and we’re building a kitchen team full of passion, creativity, and good energy. If you love food, want to learn new skills, and thrive in a fast, fun kitchen, this is your chance to be part of something special from day one. What you’ll get: Up to £16 per hour, plus tips Free staff meals every shift 50% discount for you and up to 3 friends Real career growth as we expand in the UK A positive, supportive kitchen where we work hard — and have fun doing it What we’re looking for: Team players who care about great food and consistency Experience in a busy kitchen is a bonus, but not essential Willingness to learn and a great attitude Must have the right to work in the UK

We are an independent cafe looking for an all rounder chef to work 32 hours, 3 week days and half day weekends. Hours are 7am-3pm and weekends 8am-noon. You will need to be confident and able to run service, create salads and bake cookies/cakes. This position is for someone who can be a leader in the kitchen and manage two others. Stock checking, stock ordering, maintaining hygiene and level 2 is a must. We will only hire someone who has been in a similar role and can juggle multiple tasks.

We are looking for a skilled private chef to prepare 2-3 meals per day for a private client. The ideal candidate should be able to create diverse and high-quality meals, catering to the specific preferences and dietary requirements of the client. Responsibilities include: • Planning and preparing meals each day., • Ensuring ingredients are fresh and sourced locally when possible., • Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen., • Adapting to the client’s feedback to refine and improve meal offerings. This role requires a strong background in culinary arts, creativity, and a commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences.