Headstart Recruitment Ltd

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The Ivy Collection: The Ivy Collection is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy represents elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering. Job Description: The Sous Chef will work alongside the line chefs to ensure every dish is prepared to our high standards. The role is a leadership role but still requires you to be hands-on – perfect for someone who still loves cooking but wants to perfect their leadership skills. With such a large kitchen team, you are able to focus on each aspect of the role, so that when you are on section with the team you are focused on food quality and training and when you are on Pass you are fully focused on leading the team through a great service. Responsibilities: • Ensuring correct prep levels by our dedicated prep team., • Ensuring deliveries and stock are put away correctly by the Goods Receiver., • Daily due diligence., • Junior staff wellbeing., • Checking cleaning rotas are completed, • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations hygiene standards., • Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence in execution., • Assist with performance management of kitchen personnel., • Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in maintaining a positive work environment. Requirements: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment., • Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity., • Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment., • Experience in working with a large kitchen team., • Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and culinary techniques., • A knowledge of GP and stock control., • Ability to organise and direct many checks at once. Benefits & rewards: • Competitive Industry pay (based on salary & Tronc)., • Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc., • Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years., • 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants., • Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants., • Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships., • Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more. Join our kitchen team as Sous Chef and be a part of delivering exceptional dining experiences! About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

SOUS CHEF – HONEST GREENS We are Honest Greens 🌱, an innovative, passionate, and rapidly expanding restaurant lifestyle brand with one mission: improve society through real food. We do things differently in our industry, embracing — and creating — new restaurant trends and technologies that allow us to make healthy food affordable, convenient, and incredibly delicious. We believe this will help people in our communities live longer, happier, and more sustainable lives. Over the coming years, we will be scaling our restaurant, geographical, and digital footprint to ensure our customers can interact with our brand wherever they are. This is an amazing opportunity to join our journey as we build our product and scale globally. We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on SOUS CHEF to support the Head Chef in running the kitchen operations of one of our restaurants, and to lead the kitchen in their absence. The ideal candidate is a passionate culinarian and emerging leader, with solid experience in high-volume kitchens. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment where no two days are the same — and you’ll play a key role in ensuring that our food is consistently fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented, while motivating and developing the kitchen team on every shift. Your day-to-day will include… • Supporting the Head Chef in overseeing food preparation, storage, FIFO, recipes, and plating standards, and running the pass during service., • Leading the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, taking full responsibility for the shift, the team, and our quality standards., • Preparing ingredient and material orders based on stock levels and restaurant needs, flagging shortages or urgent requests to the Head Chef., • Checking deliveries, verifying invoices, and ensuring products are correctly labeled and stored upon receipt, ensuring efficiency and minimal waste., • Monitoring portion control, waste, and kitchen productivity during shifts, helping the Head Chef hit food and labour cost targets., • Supporting with kitchen rotas and shift planning, ensuring adequate staffing and smooth shift handovers., • Running daily and weekly cleaning routines and completing food safety records, ensuring the kitchen and storage areas are always in compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards., • Using company tools for communication, reporting, and organizational tasks during shifts., • Training new and existing team members on stations, recipes, and standards, and supporting the Head Chef with onboarding and performance follow-up., • Providing hands-on coaching that is clear, aligned with Honest Greens’ values, and focused on elevating operational excellence and individual performance. Skills & Qualifications • 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or senior Chef de Partie in a high-volume kitchen, preferably within casual dining, fast-casual, or lifestyle-driven restaurants., • Strong culinary skills and a solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards., • Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate (Level 3 is a plus)., • Experience training and motivating kitchen team members, with the ambition to grow into a Head Chef role., • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills, staying calm and in control during busy services., • Familiarity with kitchen management tools and operational systems (ordering, stock, and food safety records)., • Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-first approach., • Passion for food, sustainability, and delivering exceptional guest experiences., • Fluency in English; Spanish is a plus. Benefits 💸 Attractive wage 🍍 Free daily food in our restaurants 🥑 50% discount in our restaurants 🎟️ Awesome corporate events 🚀 Internal growth opportunities 🌍 International, open-minded and unique team If you’re passionate about great food, developing people, and stepping up as a kitchen leader, and growing with a dynamic, purpose-driven brand — we’d love to meet you!

RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly. Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, Nico's and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City. We are currently seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join our Upper Floors Kitchen at 5 Hertford Street, with the opportunity to earn up to £46,000 p/a! Why work with us as a Chef de Partie? • Salary of up to £40,000 per annum + discretionary service charge., • 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)., • Discounted gym membership with GymFlex., • Monthly well-being days with our in house Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist., • Private medical + dental insurance with BUPA., • Employee Assistance Programme., • Online retail discounts., • Workplace nursery scheme., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • Eyecare & glasses vouchers., • Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000., • Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty., • And more! Working Hours: • 5 day working week between Monday - Saturday., • 48 hours a week on a rota basis., • Bank Holidays and the Christmas period off – our venues are closed. What you will do: • Maintain high standards across all aspects of food preparation and presentation., • Work with the freshest seasonal ingredients to create culinary excellence., • Play a key part in a collaborative and focused team. What are we looking for? • Passionate chefs with a love of authentic Italian cuisine who take pride in making each dish a culinary experience., • Chefs keen to contribute to a positive and productive working environment ensuring all food offering are consistent. Bring your skills to the next level and provide unforgettable experiences to our members – apply today and become part of the team at 5 Hertford Street.

Join the Kitchen Team at The Jugged Hare The Jugged Hare is a distinctive British restaurant in the heart of the City of London, renowned for its seasonal British cuisine, exceptional game dishes and commitment to quality ingredients. We are looking for a talented, passionate and motivated Senior Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who enjoys working with quality produce, takes pride in their craft and wants to be part of a professional kitchen team with high standards. We are looking for someone who leads by example, takes ownership of their section and contributes to a positive, organised and disciplined kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities • Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of your section, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation., • Prepare and cook dishes to the restaurant's standards, following recipes and specifications., • Work confidently with seasonal British produce, including game and other quality ingredients., • Ensure mise en place is prepared efficiently and to the correct standard before service., • Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety standards at all times., • Manage stock rotation, storage, labelling and waste control., • Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation throughout service., • Communicate effectively with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and the wider kitchen team., • Support and guide junior chefs, helping them develop their skills and knowledge., • Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment., • Contribute to menu preparation, new ideas and continuous improvement where appropriate., • Remain calm, focused and organised during busy services. What We Are Looking For • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant., • Strong cooking skills and a good understanding of professional kitchen operations., • A genuine passion for food, seasonal ingredients and British cuisine., • Knowledge of game preparation and cooking techniques is an advantage., • Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail., • The ability to manage your section independently and maintain high standards under pressure., • A proactive attitude, with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability., • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team., • A willingness to support, train and develop junior members of the brigade., • A professional attitude towards food safety, hygiene and kitchen discipline. What We Offer • The opportunity to work with quality seasonal produce in an established British restaurant., • A professional kitchen environment focused on quality and consistency., • Opportunities to develop your culinary skills and progress within the kitchen brigade., • The chance to contribute ideas and build your knowledge of British cuisine and game., • A team environment where commitment, teamwork and taking pride in your work are valued. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a chef who takes ownership of their section, leads by example and understands the importance of consistency, preparation and teamwork. You should be organised, reliable and able to work independently while supporting the wider brigade. Most importantly, you should care about the food you produce, take responsibility for your standards and bring a positive, solution-focused attitude to the kitchen every day. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and become part of The Jugged Hare team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today! Please send us your CV and a brief introduction outlining your experience and why you would like to join The Jugged Hare.

The Restaurant Our largest restaurant opened in 2020, inspired by the scenic coastal journey from Colombo to the historic town of Galle. As a hub of travel and movement, Hoppers King’s Cross is the biggest Hoppers venue with an iconic island bar and strong focus on drinks, outdoor dining and private events. This location offers incredible opportunities for team members looking to develop their careers and step into exciting new roles as part of a larger team that's poised for growth across the UK and internationally. The Position We're looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all-encapsulating experience to our guests. You'll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people for as passionate about food and hospitality as we are! If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Prior experience as a Chef de Partie within a fast-paced quality, restaurant;, • Previous experience with (South) Indian/ Sri Lankan cuisine, • Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;, • A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;, • Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;, • The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group.

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. Our love affair with South London continues! We opened our ninth Yard Sale Pizza in Crofton Park (between Brockley and Honour Oak Park) bringing our hand-made, hand-delivered pizza to the neighbourhood in 2021. We're offering up our ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our own amazing team of drivers, alongside a small but perfectly formed dine-in space. 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 75p 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