Head Chef - E C S I Ltd - London

Job Ref: COL1263 Branch: Bushy Park Location: Bushy Park, Teddington Salary/Benefits: £15,50 Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: 8am / 17:30 Hours per week: 48 Posted date: 06/09/2026 Closing date: 06/10/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces with exceptional coffee, fresh ingredients, and high-quality café dining. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering a vibrant menu crafted with care. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, and delivering outstanding food. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, have a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients, and enjoy mentoring junior chefs, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: • Supporting the Head Chef – ensuring smooth kitchen operations and high food quality., • Supervising food safety & hygiene standards – maintaining a safe, clean and compliant kitchen., • Preparing high-quality dishes – using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create our signature café menu., • Training & mentoring junior chefs – helping to develop skills and maintain consistency., • Managing food prep & cooking – ensuring consistency, speed, and presentation standards., • Overseeing stock management – supporting ordering, stock take, entering stock, and stock reconciliation., • Ensuring kitchen organisation – keeping a clean, efficient, and well-stocked work environment., • Working as part of a team – supporting colleagues to keep operations running smoothl What We're Looking For: • A skilled & passionate chef – with previous experience as a Sous or Senior Chef de Partie., • A hands on team player – supporting the Head Chef and leading by example., • A quality-obsessed cook – who takes pride in using fresh, seasonal ingredients., • An organised & efficient operator – experienced in stock control, waste management, and food cost control., • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected., • A flexible & adaptable attitude – happy to work weekends and peak periods like school holidays. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a motivated Sous Chef looking for an exciting new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Nestled in the historic Bushy Park, The Pheasantry cafe resides amongst stunning woodland. We have looked to reflect the nature and atmosphere of the surrounding parkland within the cafe interior.

Job Ref: COL1262 Branch: Richmond Park Location: Richmond Park, London (South West) Salary/Benefits: £14.80 Per Hour Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: 07:00-18:00 Posted date: 06/09/2026 Closing date: 06/10/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering exceptional coffee, fresh food, and warm hospitality. We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic General Assistant to support the day-to-day café operations, deliver outstanding customer service, and be a key part of our friendly team. If you're passionate about hospitality, love working with people, and enjoy a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: • Delivering top-tier customer service – making every customer feel welcome and ensuring a friendly, engaging atmosphere., • Assisting with food & drink preparation – supporting baristas and chefs in delivering fresh, high-quality products., • Keeping the café running smoothly – helping with cleaning, stock replenishment, and general upkeep., • Taking orders & serving customers – ensuring fast and efficient service with a smile., • Presenting products beautifully – ensuring displays look abundant, inviting, and visually appealing., • Maintaining health & safety standards – ensuring the café remains clean, safe, and, • Bringing energy & enthusiasm – supporting a positive, team-focused work environment. What We're Looking For: • A friendly, customer-focused team player – who loves working with people and creating a welcoming atmosphere., • An eye for detail & presentation – passionate about making food displays look delicious, uniform and abundant ., • A hardworking & reliable individual – with a positive attitude and willingness to learn., • A fast-paced operator – who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys variety., • A flexible & adaptable attitude – ready to work weekends and peak periods but no evenings., • Previous customer service experience – some experience in providing great customer experience is preferred - we'll provide full training! Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a friendly and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming café environment, we'd love to hear from you. Richmond Park with it's ancient woodlands, rolling hills and open grasslands is a National Nature Reserve and teaming with life throughout the seasons. We have 1 cafe, 4 kiosks and a seasonal vintage ice cream van nestled amongst the stunning landscapes of this popular and cherished London parkland.

Job Ref: COL1267 Branch: The Round Café Peckham Rye Location: The Round Café Peckham Rye, London (South East) Salary/Benefits: £15,50 Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: 5 days a week - weekend included Posted date: 10/09/2026 Closing date: 10/10/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces with exceptional coffee, fresh ingredients, and high-quality café dining. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering a vibrant menu crafted with care. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, and delivering outstanding food. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, have a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients, and enjoy mentoring junior chefs, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: • Supporting the Head Chef – ensuring smooth kitchen operations and high food quality., • Supervising food safety & hygiene standards – maintaining a safe, clean and compliant kitchen., • Preparing high-quality dishes – using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create our signature café menu., • Training & mentoring junior chefs – helping to develop skills and maintain consistency., • Managing food prep & cooking – ensuring consistency, speed, and presentation standards., • Overseeing stock management – supporting ordering, stock take, entering stock, and stock reconciliation., • Ensuring kitchen organisation – keeping a clean, efficient, and well-stocked work environment., • Working as part of a team – supporting colleagues to keep operations running smoothl What We're Looking For: • A skilled & passionate chef – with previous experience as a Sous or Senior Chef de Partie., • A hands on team player – supporting the Head Chef and leading by example., • A quality-obsessed cook – who takes pride in using fresh, seasonal ingredients., • An organised & efficient operator – experienced in stock control, waste management, and food cost control., • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected., • A flexible & adaptable attitude – happy to work weekends and peak periods like school holidays. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a motivated Sous Chef looking for an exciting new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Our neighbourhood cafe restaurant in Peckham Park radiates warmth for all the community. Enjoy our seasonal menus in the tranquil Round Cafe, from Bacon Baps to Superfood Salads. Our retro Ice Cream Parlour brings joy to the playground in the warmer months and of course enjoy our signature specialty coffee throughout the year.

Job Ref: COL1266 Branch: Dulwich Clock Café Location: Dulwich Clock Café, London (South East) Salary/Benefits: 15.00 Contract type: Casual Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: 5 days a week - weekend included Posted date: 09/09/2026 Closing date: 09/10/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces with exceptional coffee, fresh ingredients, and high-quality café dining. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering a vibrant menu crafted with care. We're looking for a talented and motivated Commis Chef to join our kitchen team, preparing fresh, seasonal dishes in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about quality food, teamwork, and developing your skills in a an organised and well run kitchen, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: • Preparing high-quality dishes – using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create our signature café menu., • Maintaining kitchen organisation – ensuring a clean, efficient, and well-stocked work environment., • Working as part of a team – supporting the Kitchen team during service., • Managing food prep & cooking – ensuring consistency, speed, and presentation standards., • Following food safety & hygiene standards – keeping a safe and compliant kitchen at all times. What We're Looking For: • A skilled & passionate chef – with experience as a Commis Chef, Kithcen Assistant, Prep Chef or similar kitchen role., • A hands on team player – who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment., • A quality-obsessed cook – who takes pride in using fresh, seasonal ingredients., • An organised & efficient operator – keeping the kitchen running smoothly., • A flexible & adaptable attitude – happy to work weekends and peak periods like school holidays. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a motivated Commis Chef looking for an exciting new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Sushi Chef Job Title: Sushi Chef Department: Kitchen Reports To: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sushi Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality sushi and Japanese dishes while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, presentation and consistency. Key Responsibilities • Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki, uramaki and other Japanese dishes to a high standard., • Prepare and handle fresh fish, seafood, rice, vegetables and other ingredients safely., • Ensure sushi is presented attractively and consistently according to restaurant standards., • Prepare sushi rice, sauces, garnishes and other ingredients required for service., • Maintain excellent food hygiene and food safety standards at all times., • Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before preparation and service., • Store food correctly and monitor temperatures and use-by dates., • Keep sushi preparation areas, equipment and refrigerators clean and organised., • Minimise food waste and use ingredients efficiently., • Follow portion-control and recipe standards., • Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining quality., • Communicate effectively with the Head Chef and kitchen team., • Assist with stock control, ordering and daily kitchen preparation when required., • Follow all company health, safety and hygiene procedures. Requirements • Previous experience as a Sushi Chef or in a professional Japanese kitchen., • Good knowledge of sushi preparation and Japanese cuisine., • Strong knife skills and knowledge of fish preparation., • Good understanding of food hygiene and allergen requirements., • Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant environment., • Good attention to detail and presentation., • Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team. Personal Qualities • Passionate about Japanese food and sushi., • Professional and hardworking attitude., • Excellent attention to detail., • Clean and organised approach to work., • Good communication skills., • Consistent and dependable. Working Conditions The role involves standing for long periods, working in a busy kitchen environment and handling food, knives and kitchen equipment safely. Evening, weekend and public-holiday work may be required depending on the restaurant’s opening hours.

We are looking for a hard working chef de partie that knows italian food and if not very knowledgeable keen to learn. Must speak good english.

We are looking for an outstanding and talented Sous Chef to join our the team at the The Duchess of Kensington is an elegant pub located in the heart of Kensington, a stone's throw from the Royal Albert Hall. Offering a menu of elevated pub classics, strong passing trade and the draw of a nearby landmarks, expect a fast-paced all-day trade with a high food mix giving way to wet led evening in Kensington's newest and most stylish pub. Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company ! Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for. This amazing opportunity is ideal for someone who loves working with fresh premium and seasonal products and preferably experience within gastro pubs; loves working in a busy kitchen; understands and delivers a perfect service with or without the Head Chef present; can lead the kitchen team to success consistently and is excited by innovation and change to secure outstanding results for the business. You Are: • Able to take responsibility for our kitchen team in absence of the Head Chef to ensure service, safety and security expectations are all met to the the highest of standards, • Passionate about training our team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to excite our customers and deliver outstanding food, • Able to work with the Head Chef to train and uphold the agreed standards, • Able to assist the General Manager and Head Chef in identifying potential opportunities and products to maximise sales and enhance the customer experience, • Able to prepare and present all our food dishes to an outstanding standard of presentation as appropriate for the day of the week and time of day, • Able to support the Head Chef in the development, implementation and review of the menu to maximise sales in line with pub vision and business plan What's in it for me: • Competitive salary + bonus, • Be part of a brand new opening, • Training and development, • Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner, • Get out and about, you automatically get discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants, • Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere, • Goes without saying, but we'll feed you during your shift, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times, • Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral, • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us, • Cycle to work scheme Interested in hearing more? Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic!

We are looking for a motivated Chef de Partie that is ready for a new challenge and wants the opportunity to learn, develop new skills and progress within the business. The Duchess of Kensington is an elegant pub located in the heart of Kensington, a stone's throw from the Royal Albert Hall. Offering a menu of elevated pub classics, strong passing trade and the draw of a nearby landmarks, expect a fast-paced all-day trade with a high food mix giving way to wet led evening in Kensington's newest and most stylish pub. Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company ! Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for. You Are: • A Chef de Partie passionate about food and cooking with great produce, • An enthusiastic and dynamic CDP who is ready for a new challenge, • Experienced working with fresh ingredients, • Able to demonstrate good communication and an ability to work well in a high-performance team What's in It for You? • Competitive rate per hour + tronc, get paid for every hour you work—cha-ching!, • Work for a Times Top 100 Companies to Work For, • Clear pathways for training and career advancement—your growth matters!, • 30% Discount across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants—treat yourself!, • Work with the freshest seasonal produce—bring those flavours to life!, • Company and team trips, regular socials and incentives—let's explore!, • Experience a lively, family-oriented atmosphere—where fun meets food!, • 28 days of holiday to recharge your culinary spirit!, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for your wellbeing—your happiness counts!, • Fantastic referral scheme with rewards of up to £1000—bring your friends!, • Celebrate your birthday with a day off on us—party time!, • Cycle to work scheme. Ready to embark on this exciting culinary adventure? If you're itching to be part of a vibrant new adventure, reach out today! Let's set a date to chat—your culinary journey awaits, and we can't wait to cook up some fun together!

Are you an experienced Chef de Partie with a passion for Mediterranean food? We're seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our kitchen team at The Ampersand Hotel, located in the heart of South Kensington. With a minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a similar role, gained in a restaurant or hotel of a similar standard, you'll be a key member of our team, bringing your skills and expertise to help us deliver outstanding culinary experiences. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! Join our team at The Ampersand Hotel and become part of something truly special.

📢 RESPONSIBLE CHEF – FULL TIME 📍 TONY’S PITA 📍4 new College Parade nw3 5ep TONY’S PITA is looking for a responsible and committed Chef to join our professional kitchen team. 🔹 Position Details • Position: Chef, • Hours: Full-time, • Pay: Starting from £16 per hour, • Performance-based bonus & pay increase 🔹 Key Responsibilities • Prepare food to a consistent, high standard, • Maintain hygiene and Food Safety standards, • Work efficiently as part of a team, • Stay organised and perform well during peak hours, • Take responsibility for quality and cleanliness 🔹 Requirements • Previous kitchen experience, • Responsible, reliable, and professional attitude, • Ability to work under pressure, • Experience in fast food / Greek cuisine is a plus 🔹 What We Offer • Competitive pay starting from £16/hour, • Bonus based on performance, • Professional and stable working environment, • Real opportunities for pay growth and long-term development