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We are an awarding winning group of independent venues in London. We are big on creating individual sites with unique experiences, we believe in local and we believe in becoming ever more sustainable. We are looking for a passionate & talented Senior Chef De Partie to join our team at our flagship venue in Kings Cross. The ideal candidate will be pushing to be a Jr Sous Chef within 6 months. You will work closely with our Head Chef to drive the site forward in terms of food quality, compliance & productivity. We have our sights set high having gained Rosettes in our sister sites and would like to further develop our first floor private dining spaces. We hope it goes without saying that everyone working in hospitality is hardworking, outgoing, punctual… all the obvious traits. But for us we are looking for individuals who are PASSIONATE about our guest’s happiness and enjoyment; CURIOUS to always learn more and create something new; plus, FANATICAL about what we do, sustainable, British ingredients, recipes, and drinks. We aren’t looking for someone to fit a mold, we want individuals bursting with character but who can also work in what is a brilliant team who always have each other’s backs. If you're looking for a long-lasting career in hospitality and want to join a team that values your growth, development, and happiness, then we want to hear from you. Chef requirements The successful candidate will be experienced in classic cooking, passionate about British food & committed to training the junior members of the team. Creativity & attention to detail is a must. Benefits: • 50% discount on food in work & for you plus 3 guests visit ‘off duty’., • Generous & fair tronc scheme, 100% goes to team., • Real career opportunities, with the ability to own shares or run own business., • Open proactive training including wines, food & cocktails., • A sustainably minded business with ethics, • Staff events & incentives, • £300 team referral bonus, • Well-being and support partnership with LT Charity, • Nest Pension scheme, • Real autonomy to make decisions and be involved in creative process., • Real progression and financial incentives as you progress., • Bar to Boardroom is a reality., • Staff share / ownership options., • External training and recognised qualifications

Production Junior Sous Chef / £38,000 /Italian / 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Term: Full-time W/H: 5 days Holidays: 28 Days off: 2 Junior Sous Chef of Production at Padella Are you passionate about food beyond your professional life? Do you love European cuisine, winemaking, and dining culture? Do you care deeply about where your produce comes from and its impact on the planet? If so, Padella wants you! The Padella Story: Founded by Jordan and Tim, Padella serves the best hand-rolled pasta with authentic, slow-cooked Italian sauces. Known for our fresh pasta made daily, Padella offers a fun, informal, and buzzing dining experience. You'll be trained and nurtured by our experienced team, with plenty of opportunities for growth. Best of the Rest: Balanced Work-Life: We prioritise a healthy work-life balance with a strict 45-hour workweek. Referral Bonus: Earn £500 for referring a friend who passes probation. Early Wage Access: Access up to 50% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream. Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy a 50% discount on food and drinks at Padella and a 60% discount at Trullo. Party Time: Join us for fabulous summer and Christmas staff parties. Professional Development: Gain wine qualifications up to WSET level. Exciting Trips: Travel with us to Italy and around the UK to meet our suppliers. Delicious Daily Meals: Start your day with an epic breakfast prepared by our ninja chefs. Training & Growth: Dive into Padella's rich training program to expand your culinary prowess and elevate your career. Fancy a New Bike? Join our cycle to work scheme, and we'll help you finance it. Chef requirements About you: Food Preparation & Production: You will be responsible for preparing and creating various products, including pasta dough, shaping and rolling, pasta filling, pastry, tarts and desserts, frangipane, batch food/sauces, and cocktails. Product Knowledge and The Creative Environment: Maintain and drive the highest team member product knowledge standards. Ensure chefs follow recipes 100% of the time for consistency. Training & Development: Create a culture of nurturing, monitoring, and celebrating success. Support the Head of Production in overseeing performance and progression processes, maintaining development paths for all team members, keeping them engaged and conducting regular appraisals. Recruitment: Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of all new team members in the Production Kitchen. I follow their progress and report to the Head of Production. Meetings & Training: Attend training sessions and staff meetings when necessary. Leadership: Lead and motivate the team positively, creating a culture that encourages high standards of professional behaviour. Acting Leadership: Take charge of the Production Kitchen when the Head of Production is away, ensuring consistency and maintaining high standards. Health and Safety: Ensure adherence to Food Safety and Health & Safety legislation. Monitor and act on feedback from In-House H&S Audits. Be fully aware of fire procedures and ensure the team is trained and aware of their responsibilities. Update and amend risk assessments for all kitchen equipment and train team members. Manage production equipment maintenance in line with the allocated budget.

Piazza Italiana is an award-winning and popular Italian Restaurant situated in the Bank. We are looking for a Chef de partie who can work in all sections and keep up with the high standards, as well as assist with the prep. You will be working under the direction of the Head Chef and Sous Chef. We only use the freshest seasonal produce available in the market, which helps our team create a fantastic Italian menu. Chef requirements • Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes within your speciality;, • Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins;, • Helping Sous Chefs and Chefs to develop new dishes and prepare menus;, • Answering our customers’ queries regarding ingredients and menu items;, • Ensuring food is served in accordance with Health & Safety rules and regulations;, • Follow directions from the management;, • Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards;

Lurra takes its influence from the traditional charcoal and wood grills, "Erretegia", found all over the Basque Country. This is a great culinary tradition that enhances flavour, aromas and respects the virtues of the product. We are looking for a talented & enthusiastic Senior Chef de Partie to join our existing professional and passionate team at Lurra. This is an incredibly exciting and rewarding opportunity for a chef who comes from a food-focused background and has a professional and positive attitude. The kitchen is well organised and delivers the best dishes to our guests. You must be a passionate and talented individual who has a desire to learn and push yourself to be the best. Chef requirements • Successfully prepare and set up for service in your section, • Work as part of a team to ensure a smooth service, • Be inspired and contribute to ideas for dishes, • Monitor standards of hygiene to ensure the highest standards are maintained, • Quality driven, • Have excellent culinary skills with an attention to detail, • A creative thinker, • Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a desire to learn
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Chef de Partie - Oblix at The Shard We are looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join our team here at Oblix. Our Chefs de Partie are hardworking, dedicated and passionate about all things food. Oblix Chefs de Partie are confident working with high standards, have attention to detail and are always striving to learn and grow as chefs. Oblix, located on the 32nd floor of The Shard, offers sophisticated dining with panoramic views of London, featuring a menu inspired by modern cuisine and open fire What We Look For Our ideal candidate embodies the following: • A genuine love for culinary experiences, • Proven experience as chef de partie in a luxury high-volume restaurant, • A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team, • Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences Benefits As part of our team, you’ll enjoy: • World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate, • Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands, • Family Meals are shared daily, • Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition, • Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide! Our Commitment to Inclusivity We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know. Be the first to apply

READ EVERYTHING We’re looking for experienced, reliable, and professional Chefs to join our dynamic team across our busy London restaurant group. This is a temporary / freelance position ideal for self-employed professionals who thrive in fast-paced kitchen environments. About You ✅ Experienced Chef: Proven experience working with fresh ingredients in high-volume kitchens (restaurants, events, or catering). ✅ Self-Employed / Freelance: You must be able to provide your own invoice and work on a freelance basis. ✅ Professional & Reliable: Punctual, well-presented, and able to work as part of a busy kitchen team. ✅ Right to Work in the UK: You must already have full rights to work in the UK — no sponsorship or student visas. What We Offer Competitive hourly rates based on experience. Regular work opportunities across multiple venues. A supportive, professional team environment. Chance to showcase your skills in a well-established restaurant group. If you meet the criteria above and are ready to jump into a fast-paced kitchen with a great team, we’d love to hear from you!

We're are looking for an experienced and motivated chef to join our team and would be thrilled to welcome you aboard. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you have all the skills and confidence needed to excel! 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. 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 kitchen Previous experience working in a Mexican/Peruvian or Japanese restaurant is beneficial WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive hourly wage + service charge + tips Flexible work schedules 50% staff discount at all our associated venues 20% friends and family discount at all our associated venues 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!

Pastry Chef de Partie - Oblix We are looking for a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join our team here at oblix. Our Pastry Chef de Parties are hardworking, dedicated and strive to deliver the superior level of customer service that we are known for. oblix Chefs are confident working at a fast pace whilst maintaining oblix's high standards. What We Look For Our ideal Pastry Chef de Partie embodies our values and brings: • Ability to multitask, • Excellent communication skills, • Great team player, • A keen interest in Pastry BenefitsWe offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: • Dining discount,enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide! Our Commitment to InclusivityWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know. Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that's elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.

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Bacchanalia, situated in Berkley Square in Mayfair, is a culinary haven celebrated for its avant-garde approach to gastronomy, elegant ambiance, and commitment to culinary mastery. As a beacon of innovative dining, Bacchanalia offers a curated experience that fuses creativity with timeless elegance that is inspired by the ancient Greco-Roman feasts of old. Walking inside transports you to another world as you are surrounded by dazzling statues designed by Damien Hirst, as well as 2,000-year-old pieces. We are currently seeking a proficient and creative Pastry Chef de Partie to join our esteemed kitchen tea. As a Pastry Chef de Partie, you will play a central role in creating exquisite pastries and desserts that elevate the dining experience for our guests. If you have a passion for pastry, a keen understanding of baking techniques, and are committed to culinary excellence, we invite you to bring your pastry expertise to the forefront at our restaurant. Key Responsibilities: • Execute and oversee the preparation of a variety of pastries and desserts., • Collaborate with the culinary team to contribute to the creation and refinement of enticing dessert offerings., • Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards., • Assist in inventory management, ordering, and maintaining quality control of pastry ingredients., • Mentor and train junior kitchen staff, contributing to the development of a cohesive culinary team., • Actively participate in menu development, bringing forward ideas for continuous improvement. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or in a similar role in a high-end restaurant or luxury establishment., • Strong understanding of various pastry and dessert techniques., • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality culinary standards., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Wagestream -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000 -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees -Employee Assistance Programme -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

Following a successful pop-up, chef owners Jack Croft and Will Murray officially launched FOWL in October 2023, which can be found just around the corner from their flagship restaurant Fallow St. James’s. FOWL restaurant celebrates the nation’s favourite bird through an all-in, beak-to-feet menu concept, with the addition of monthly specials brought to you in collaboration with an epic line up of foodie icons! Offering both indoor and outside dining, FOWL is open for Lunch, Dinner & Cocktails. As a Sous Chef at Fowl, you will work closely with our Head Chef, bringing your culinary expertise and leadership to create an exceptional dining experience. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, innovation, and sustainability, helping to shape a dynamic and forward-thinking kitchen. Key responsibilities: • Lead and manage the kitchen team with the Head Chef, ensuring a high standard of food preparation, presentation, and service., • Continuously assess and improve kitchen processes to enhance efficiency and quality., • Manage food and labour costs, including stock takes, to ensure profitability and budget targets are met., • Organize and rotate stock meticulously, ordering according to guidelines set forth by the Purchasing Team., • Work closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to ensure a seamless experience for customers. About you: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen., • A passion for sustainability and innovative cooking techniques., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and develop a team., • Excellent organizational and time management abilities., • A collaborative mindset and a commitment to creating a positive kitchen culture. The benefits: • Competitive salary., • Career progression., • Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses., • Wellbeing initiatives., • Reward and recognition schemes., • Free welcome lunch for you and a guest., • 50% restaurant discounts across the group., • 25% Friends and Family discounts., • 50% discount on company retail., • Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials., • Staff meal during your shift., • Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment., • Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment)., • Sabbaticals (after three years employment)., • Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At FOWL, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

Are you passionate about crafting delicious, authentic, wood fired pizzas? Do you thrive in a vibrant kitchen environment? Portobello Pizzeria, located in the heart of Notting Hill W11, is looking for a talented Pizza Chef to join our friendly and dynamic team! About Us At Portobello Pizzeria, we pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients and traditional techniques to create mouth-watering pizzas that keep our customers coming back for more. Our cozy, welcoming pizzeria is a local favorite, and we’re excited to expand our team with someone who shares our love for great food and exceptional service. What We’re Looking For - Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or in a similar kitchen role - Expertise in dough preparation, topping combinations, pizza al metro and wood fired pizza baking - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality - A positive attitude and team spirit - Flexibility to work evenings and weekends