167 King Street, W6 9JT, London
Cafe, Store, Restaurant • 11-50 Employees
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Overview: We are The Oak, a neighbourhood Mediterranean restaurant, and we are looking for a skilled and experienced Head Chef to join our team. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu planning, and team management. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: Plan and execute menus in collaboration with the management team Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner and meets our quality standards Train and supervise kitchen staff in food preparation techniques, portion control, and food safety procedures Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and specials Strictly adhere to all health and safety regulations Qualifications: Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a restaurant setting, or a Sous Chef looking for their first Head Chef position In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques and practices Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team Excellent organizational and time management abilities Ability to perform well under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Solid understanding of food safety regulations Strong communication and interpersonal skills If you are passionate about creating exceptional culinary experiences, leading a talented team, and delivering outstanding customer service, we invite you to apply for the position of Head Chef.
SW16 Bar & Kitchen is a respected neighbourhood restaurant that is central to the community. We offer high quality dishes that border on fine dining, using incredible produce. Influenced by our Exec Chef's Puglian home, Italian cuisine shapes our menus and we are searching for a passionate new pasta chef to join our growing kitchen team. About You We are lookingfor a pro-active Pasta Chef, who will share our passion for incredible product, outstanding hospitality and have previous experience in a similar role. You will be responsible for implementing high service standards and positively impacting the sales of the building, using your creativity, presentation & expertise. In return, you can expect us to look after you and your future, we are working hard to recognize the potential in all new hires and push them for progression within the company sooner rather than later. We already have a very strong and stable team, and boast a great atmosphere to work in Responsibilities: Support the Head Chef in the daily operations of the kitchen and supervise the kitchen staff Ensure that all meals are prepared to the highest quality and presentation standards Manage inventory levels and order supplies as needed Ensure that all equipment is maintained and kept in good working order Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness Comply with all health and safety regulations Control food cost by minimising waste and utilising proper portion control Coordinate with the bar and event team to ensure that food service runs smoothly at all times Requirements: At least 2 years of experience in a similar role Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure and work in a busy kitchen Knowledge of culinary techniques and food preparation methods Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and organizational skill Excellent communication and teamwork abilities What we offer: 50% food across the group Daily Meals Cost price wine Regular staff parties, outings, and activities 28 days paid holiday per year (full time)
Fallow was founded by three individuals in May 2019, two chefs Jack Croft and William Murray, and career hospitality entrepreneur James Robson. The essence of this combination makes up much of Fallows DNA, where conscious culinary creativity meets hospitality experience and passion. Fallow’s permanent home in St James’s market was established in November 2021 and has since attracted a string of awards including both the Marie Claire and GQ ‘sustainable restaurant of the year’ and the Caterer award for ‘best new restaurant’. As a Chef de Partie at FALLOW, you will be responsible for running a designated section of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation, presentation, and service. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with experienced chefs and gain valuable experience in an innovative culinary setting. Key responsibilities: - Oversee the preparation and cooking of dishes within your designated section. - Ensure consistency and quality in every dish served. - Assist in stock rotation and ingredient ordering in line with purchasing guidelines. - Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. - Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver a seamless dining experience. - Uphold food safety and hygiene standards at all times. About you: - Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen. - A passion for sustainability, seasonality, and innovative cooking techniques. - Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence. - Excellent teamwork and communication skills. - A positive, proactive attitude and a desire to learn and grow within the team. 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 FALLOW, 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.
Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 27 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Chef de Partie in Cold Section! YOUR MISSION: - You will be part of a BIG MAMMA kitchen team! - You will be overseeing the cold section and preparation of cold dishes, antipasti and insalate! - You will be onboarding and training new cold section and prep chefs, working closely with kitchen management and ensuring the cold section is operating smoothly. - You will respect health \& safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. - You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day! - You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: - Big Smile and passion for Italian food! - Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit - Excellent teamwork, leadership and communication skills - Previous experience as a Chef de Partie - Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: - Permanent, full-time position - £17.21 per hour + Tronc Point - 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off - Tasty staff food served family style - 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants - £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend - Employee of the Month award - Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support - Wagestream: Financial Well-Being platform that allows you to access your wages between paydays - Regular training \& growth opportunities - Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma £17.21 / hour
Junior Sous Chef Oswald’s is a private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. Oswald’s is proud to be a Caterer Top 30 ‘Best Place to Work in Hospitality’ 2023. We are currently recruiting for a Junior Sous Chef to join our Oswald's team. Paid trial shifts offered! The company benefits our Junior Sous Chef receives are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty The responsibilities of the Junior Sous Chef are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Leading on a section of the kitchen The Experience & Qualifications required of our Junior Sous Chef are: Previous experience in a similar position is essential Experience of working in a busy kitchen is preferable Working Hours: On a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday-Saturday. The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Junior Sous Chef at Oswald’s then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.
Demi Chef de Partie Oswald’s is a new private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. Oswald’s is proud to be a Caterer Top 30 ‘Best Place to Work in Hospitality’ 2023. We are currently recruiting for a Demi Chef de Partie to join our Oswald's team. Paid Trial Shifts offered! The company benefits our Demi Chef de Partie receives are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty The responsibilities of the Demi Chef de Partie are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Lunch & Dinner mise-en-place The Experience & Qualifications required of our Demi Chef de Partie are: - Previous experience in a similar position is essential - Experience of working in a busy kitchen is preferable Working Hours: On a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday-Saturday. The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Demi Chef de Partie at Oswald's then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.
Senior Chef de Partie Oswald’s is a private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. Oswald’s is proud to be a Caterer Top 30 ‘Best Place to Work in Hospitality’ 2023. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Chef de Partie to join our Oswald's team. Paid trial shifts offered! The company benefits our Senior Chef de Partie receive are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty The responsibilities of the Senior Chef de Partie are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Leading on a section of the kitchen The Experience & Qualifications required of our Senior Chef de Partie are: - Previous experience in a similar position is essential - Experience of working in a busy kitchen is preferable Working Hours: On a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday-Saturday. The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Senior Chef de Partie at Oswald’s then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.
Chef de Partie - Upper Floor Kitchen 5 Hertford Street is the beautifully appointed private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. We are currently looking for a Chef de Partie to join the brigade in the Upper Floor Kitchen. Paid trial shifts offered! The company benefits our Chef de Partie receives are: - 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with BUPA - Private dental insurance with BUPA - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty - Additional Service Charge Included The responsibilities of the Chef de Partie are: - Preparation of all food items on the restaurant menu during service - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner mise-en-place The Experience & Qualifications required as Chef de Partie are: - Previous experience in a similar position is essential. - Experience of working in a luxury hotel, restaurant or private member’s club advantageous Working Hours: - The working hours for this role are evening shifts only - 2/3pm starts - 7 shifts a week The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Chef de Partie at 5 Hertford Street then apply by forwarding your up to date CV together with a covering letter.