Chef - Dickens Tavern - London

Dickens Tavern, Paddington, is looking for an experienced and motivated Kitchen Team Leader to join our small but busy kitchen team. Key Responsibilities: Leading the kitchen during service. Ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency. Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleaning standards. Managing stock rotation, deliveries, and wastage control. Supporting the training and development of kitchen team members. Working closely with management to ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations. Requirements: Previous experience as a Kitchen Team Leader, Senior Chef, or in a similar supervisory role. Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP procedures, stock control, and kitchen compliance. Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Fluent English is essential. A positive attitude and a hands-on approach. What We Offer: Full-time position. Competitive salary. Career development opportunities. Supportive team environment. If you are a passionate kitchen professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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 de Partie |Gaia London Gaia is looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join the award-winning team, one of the city's leading luxury Greek-Mediterranean restaurants. Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you'll lead your section, deliver exceptional dishes, support junior chefs, and help maintain the highest culinary standards in a fast-paced, premium kitchen. What We Offer: • Salary: £17.50 per hour+ tips + tronc surplus, • Excellent career progression, • Ongoing training and development, • Staff meals and dining discounts What You'll Do: • Prepare and present high-quality dishes in line with brand standards, • Run your section efficiently during service, • Maintain exceptional attention to detail and consistency, • Follow all hygiene, food safety, and kitchen procedures, • Support junior chefs and contribute to a positive team culture, • Assist with menu development and seasonal updates when required What We're Looking For: • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a luxury restaurant or five-star hotel, • Strong technical cooking skills and passion for Mediterranean cuisine, • A positive attitude, leadership qualities, and the ability to perform under pressure, • Commitment to delivering exceptional food and hospitality Apply now and take the next step in your culinary career with Gaia London.

Ottolenghi is a renowned group of restaurants and delis celebrated for vibrant, creative food and warm, welcoming service. We’re looking for an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our team at Ottolenghi Hampstead. This is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and build your career in a professional kitchen while being part of a supportive, creative team. As a Commis Chef at Ottolenghi Hampstead, you’ll work closely with senior chefs, assisting across different sections of the kitchen. You’ll be preparing fresh, seasonal ingredients and learning the skills needed to produce dishes to the high standards Ottolenghi is known for. This role is perfect for someone eager to develop their craft in a fast-paced, high-quality environment. The ideal Commis Chef will: • Have a genuine passion for food and a desire to learn, • Work well under pressure and thrive in a busy kitchen, • Be a reliable team player with good communication skills, • Take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation, • Have some kitchen experience, though full training will be provided What’s in it for you: • Day time shifts only, • Chef’s uniform, • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay and Paternity Pay after 2 years of service, • Health benefits package, • 28 days holiday and pension scheme, • Excellent training plan and clear progression opportunities, • Refer a friend scheme, £500 each, • Monthly cooking demos, food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A positive, inclusive workplace where your growth is supported If you’re a passionate, hardworking Commis Chef looking for the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Join our Hampstead team and start your journey with Ottolenghi.

We are seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our vibrant team, contributing to the authentic Spanish food experience at Tapas Brindisa. For over 20 years, we've celebrated warm hospitality, bold flavours, and a genuine love for Spanish culture across our London restaurants. As Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional culinary standards and inspiring our team. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management and food preparation, • Lead and motivate the kitchen team, ensuring high performance and continuous development, • Maintain consistent food quality and presentation, adhering to Brindisa's authentic Spanish culinary standards, • Oversee kitchen operations, including stock management, ordering, and inventory control, • Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, • Develop and train junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive work environment, • Contribute to menu development and innovation About You: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior Chef de Partie in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment, • A genuine passion for Spanish cuisine and high-quality ingredients, • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team, • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, • Committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene What We Offer: • 28 days holiday, • 35% discounts across our restaurants and retail offerings, • Staff meals provided during shifts, • Employee assistance program to support your well-being, • Childcare vouchers (where applicable), • Cycle to work scheme, • £300 refer a friend reward scheme, • Excellent opportunities for career progression within our growing business, • The chance to participate in exciting trips to Spain to meet our producers

Sous Chef We have a great opportunity for a Sous Chef to join our team. To be considered for the role, you'll have two years of experience working as Sous Chef or Head Chef for a high-end casual or fine dining restaurant. You will be working alongside a great team and serving amazing tapas created from the best Spanish produce. Be part of our team Here at Brindisa, our food is homely and authentic, with flavour always being the key factor. Above all our food is about sharing. We celebrate the culture and dining experience of small plates. We have a direct relationship with all our suppliers, bringing their ethos and quality to the table. We offer: • 28 days holiday, • paid overtime, • 35% discounts in our restaurants and our retail offerings, • cycle to work scheme, • refer a friend reward, • opportunity for trips to Spain to meet our producers

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.

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.

B igger Bolder Hospitality. We're seeking a visionary Head Chef who brings both talent and heart to the role. Someone who is energised by creating elevated dining experiences and who understands how to turn moments into memories for our guests. Juno is a contemporary Italian restaurant and bar launching at Olympia, a space that blends the ease of neighbourhood dining with the energy of a West London destination. Rooted in simple, produce-led cooking, Juno's hospitality will be warm, generous and effortlessly stylish. It's a restaurant designed to feel both familiar and fresh, with a menu built around seasonal plates, handmade pizza, and a confident drinks menu anchored by spritzes, negronis, and a considered Italian wine list. Juno will attract a broad audience, including local West Londoners, early evening pre-theatre diners and weekend groups looking for a place that feels fun but refined; a balance of accessibility and aspiration. We are looking for a leader to embrace this brand and bring their team on a journey to deliver fun, elevated and exciting hospitality. The Role: As Head Chef, you'll be the heart of the kitchen, leading a talented team and shaping an innovative menu that captures the energy and precision of Italian cuisine in a high volume, yet elevated, environment. You'll have the opportunity to showcase your expertise in pizza, pasta and other traditional Italian dishes while incorporating contemporary trends and seasonal ingredients. Master of delegation, expert in setting the tone and creating a harmonious environment for your team to thrive in. We Expect You To: Collaborate with the Food Team & General Manager to curate and develop both core and seasonal menus with innovative Italian concepts. Dramatising the guest experience utilising our live pizza counter. Owning and delivering GP to budget, determining food inventory needs including managing stock, waste and ordering. Total responsibility for ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines. Ensure strict adherence to food hygiene practices and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Managing and owning the kitchen labour spend, rota planning to budget. Ensuring our recruitment is in line with company guidelines, recruiting brilliant skills and the correct people to elevate your team's delivery. Biannual team performance reviews, consistently training your team, encouraging development and company engagement with initiatives such as Kitchen Collabs and Apprenticeship Schemes. Engaging with the wider Incipio culture, living and breathing our values. Who You'll Be: A proactive and warm leader, high energy and someone who loves to bring people together. Extensive experience as a Head Chef in a high volume Italian restaurant. Passionate about Neapolitan pizza. Have a keen eye for standards and take pride in every dish served. Creative, innovative and forward thinking. Multitasker, expert delegator and loves being in the thick of it. Someone who keeps calm when the tickets ramp up and service is in full flow. Obsessed with communication, constantly speaking to your team, with the ability to communicate the bigger picture as well as venue specific details and getting the team to understand why their roles are so important to the venues success. Someone who our chefs can aspire to be. Fun! Doesn't take themselves too seriously and understands that hospitality is all about personality & heart. Benefits & Best Bits Vitality Package: Dental, Optical and Health insurance. Gym membership discounts + other rewards Self Space: Free Therapy through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Hugely exciting career development, with opportunities to grow and expand in this role as the business grows Bonus capacity paid annually Company awards and events Sickness & Compassionate Pay Incentive trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all our venues Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio & Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality & inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!