Kitchen Assistant - Austin Friars Balls Brothers - London

Seasonal Chef de Partie – Christmas 🎄 We are looking for an experienced Seasonal Chef de Partie to join our team for the busy Christmas period. This is a temporary position from mid-November until 20th December, working between 30 and 48 hours per week. About the role You will be working as part of our kitchen team, helping us deliver consistently high-quality food throughout the festive season. We are looking for someone who is experienced, reliable and comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment. As we work as a team, you will also be expected to help with food preparation and occasional KP duties when required. What we are looking for • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role, • Good food preparation and kitchen skills, • Fluent English, • Reliable, punctual and hardworking, • A positive attitude and willingness to help across the kitchen when needed, • Comfortable working in a busy environment Working hours 30–48 hours per week A great benefit of the role is that we are closed every Sunday and on Saturday evenings, giving you some guaranteed time off during the busy festive season. Contract Temporary Christmas position Start: Mid-November Finish: 20th December If you are an experienced chef looking for a seasonal role in a friendly, hardworking team, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and motivated Kitchen Porter to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and is keen to develop their culinary skills, with opportunities to progress into a Salad Chef or Chef role through training and experience. Key Skills and Attributes: • A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop within the kitchen team., • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Kitchen Managers, Chefs, and colleagues., • A strong work ethic with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety., • Ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment while remaining calm under pressure., • Good time management and organisational skills., • Understanding of, or willingness to learn, food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen procedures., • Physically fit and able to stand for long periods, carry out manual handling tasks, and work during busy service periods., • Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays., • A dependable team player who can follow instructions and support the wider kitchen team., • Previous kitchen experience is an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided. Career Development We support our team’s growth and offer training opportunities for Kitchen Porters who show commitment and passion, with the chance to progress into roles such as Salad Chef, Prep Chef, or Chef.

Full-Time Catering Assistant – Immediate Start (East London E1) We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Full-Time Catering Assistant to join our busy street food market team. Please only apply if you can meet ALL of the following requirements: Able to start work at 8:00 am every day. Available to work 6 days per week on a permanent basis. Looking for a long-term, full-time position. Comfortable loading and unloading stock, carrying equipment, setting up and packing down the market stall, food preparation and serving customers. Able to attend a 1-day paid trial before employment. Duties include: • Food preparation., • Serving customers., • Setting up and packing down the gazebo and market stall., • Loading and unloading stock and equipment., • Keeping the stall clean and organised., • Working as part of a busy and friendly team. Requirements: • Reliable, punctual and hardworking., • Good English communication skills., • Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, food stall, café or restaurant is preferred but not essential., • Right to work in the UK., • Applicants living in East London or nearby are preferred for an easier commute. Weekly pay. A 1-day paid trial will be arranged for shortlisted applicants.

We are looking for a kitchen porter who is ready for a new challenge and enjoys being an active member of the kitchen team. If you want an opportunity to develop new skills and grow within a fast paced, driven environment then this is the ideal role for you. The Fire Station is an iconic pub and restaurant at the heart of Waterloo. Following a major refurbishment, we've created a vibrant space serving great food from lunch through to dinner, alongside classic cocktails and exceptional customer experiences. Located steps from Waterloo Station and The Old Vic Theatre, we're a bustling venue that welcomes commuters, theatre guests, sports fans, and after-work drinkers. Serving tasty home-made pizza and hearty English classic dishes, this is the perfect venue if you're passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a friendly, fast-paced environment. 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: • Able to communicate well and follow direction from the Head Chef and all members of the kitchen, • Looking to grow and progress in the kitchen, • Confident to try new things, • Willing to work as part of a kitchen team What's in it for me: • Competitive rate per hour + tronc, • 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, • 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!

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Spitalfields celebrates unrushed, seasonal flavours in the heart of east London. Back in 2015, Ottolenghi opened a beautiful restaurant and deli in the heart of the City of London. What you'll do • Take ownership of the pastry section throughout service and production., • Produce pastry, desserts, and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards with consistency., • Support and develop junior pastry team members., • Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times., • Manage stock within the pastry section, including ordering and rotation., • Contribute to menu development and creative input for new pastry products., • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised pastry environment. What we're looking for • 1+ years in a pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a quality kitchen., • Strong technical knowledge of pastry, patisserie, and bakery production., • Good understanding of food safety and allergen regulations. Key skills • Excellent technical pastry skills with a strong eye for detail and presentation., • Creative and passionate about the craft of pastry and baking., • A collaborative team member who takes pride in their work., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for pastry and baking and continuous improvement. What's in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef's Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years' service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

Kitchen Porter – Hiring now! Caravan Southbank, London Overall earnings from £13.96 - £14.30 per hour Full time This November, we're opening our tenth, and biggest, Caravan at the Southbank. And we're looking for a brilliant Kitchen Porter to join our brand new kitchen team. We're after someone kind, hard working, and high-energy. Someone who is passionate about hospitality, developing their skills, and gets a kick out of helping their team give our guests the best experience possible. You'll be joining Caravan as we open a special new restaurant, with two floors, multiple bars and plenty of opportunity to make your mark from day one. The role As Kitchen Porter, you'll work with your Head Chef and the management team to make sure the kitchen runs brilliantly every day. That means following standards for health & safety, culture, hospitality and developing yourself and the team around you to make sure your kitchen is one they're all proud to work in. You'll know how to work collaboratively as a team member and help your team deliver for your guests. What you'll be doing as Kitchen Porter • Following the standards for health & safety, and delivering excellence from the kitchen, • Ensuring your section is clean, functional and in tip-top shape, • Keeping on top of stock, cleanliness, health & safety and all the brilliant basics that make a great kitchen work Why Caravan? Since 2010, we've been serving well-travelled food, specialty coffee and drinks inspired by flavours and ideas from around the world. We're a business built around curious people. People who care about what they do, look out for each other and aren't afraid to try something new. With more openings ahead and a big focus on developing our own people, there's plenty of room to grow with us too. Plus, when you work at Caravan you enjoy: • Free meals & drinks when on shift, • 50% dining discount with up to 4 mates, • 20% coffee retail discount, • Extensive wellbeing support, • Financial health education & support, • Leadership training and development, • A dining voucher when you start, on your birthday and your work anniversary, to spend in any of our restaurants, • Real career progression - 80% of our management roles are filled internally Our values We live by four core values, and our Kitchen Porter, and every team member would live, promote and role model them: • All welcome - We make space for everyone at our table, • No boundaries - Grow, develop and thrive, just a little bit each day, • Caravan of Love - Bring the energy, and be part of the change you want to see in the world, • Well-travelled - Be curious; learn, taste, experiment and share that knowledge with those you meet along the way Sustainability We're all in on both environmental and social sustainability practices. Every team member plays their part in maintaining our B-Corp certification targets. Diversity & Inclusion Everyone's welcome at Caravan. We respect individual differences in identity, culture and experience, with our team, and with every guest.

White Mulberries is a coffee and brunch company with three restaurants across London. We are looking for an experienced and reliable Kitchen Porter to join our busy café team.The main responsibilities include washing, drying and polishing plates, cutlery and glassware to a high standard, ensuring everything is spotless and ready for front-of-house service. You will also be responsible for maintaining a clean, tidy and well-organised kitchen and assisting with general cleaning duties.Applicants must have at least 12 months’ experience in a similar role, a good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, and a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.As this is a busy environment, strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential.We are looking for someone who is hardworking, proactive and able to maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the day.

Kitchen Porter - London Fundamental Hospitality is home to some of the world's leading dining destinations, including Gaia, La Maison Ani, and Shanghai Me. We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join one of our restaurants in London. The Role As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene in a fast-paced luxury dining environment. Key Responsibilities • Wash dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment, • Keep all kitchen areas clean, organised, and safe, • Support chefs and the kitchen team during service, • Assist with basic food preparation when required, • Manage waste, recycling, and deliveries, • Follow all health, safety, and hygiene procedures What We're Looking For • Previous Kitchen Porter experience preferred, • Strong work ethic and positive attitude, • Ability to work well under pressure, • Reliable, punctual, and team-focused, • Eligible to live and work in the UK (no sponsorship available) What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Staff meals on duty, • Career growth opportunities within an international hospitality group, • Supportive and professional working environment If you are dependable, motivated, and enjoy being part of a high-performing kitchen team, we'd love to hear from you.

Pachamama Group was set up in October 2014 with a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe by doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. Bottarga, born from a series of summers spent wandering the Greek islands, the newest addition to the Pachamama Group is a love letter to their vibrant cuisine and endless love for feta cheese. As an experienced Kitchen Porter, we're confident in your ability to deliver standout service in our dynamic bar environment. For the Kitchen Porter role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Full Service Charge distribution., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday for a full time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. As our Kitchen Porter, we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best, we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.