Head Chef – Michelin-Starred Restaurant – Up to £60K Location: Central London Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Head Chef or a strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up and take responsibility for leading a high-performing kitchen brigade. The Role • Oversee all day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency, • Lead, train and develop the kitchen brigade, • Drive menu development and maintain the highest culinary standards, • Manage food costs, stock control and kitchen organisation, • Maintain excellent food safety and hygiene standards, • Ensure the smooth running of kitchen services, • Work closely with the wider restaurant team to deliver an exceptional dining experience Requirements • Previous Head Chef experience or strong Senior Sous Chef experience within a high-quality restaurant, • Michelin-starred or high-end fine-dining experience preferred, • Proven leadership and kitchen management experience, • Strong understanding of seasonal produce, • Excellent attention to detail and consistency, • Strong organisational and communication skills, • Passion for delivering food to an exceptional standard What's on Offer • Salary up to £60,000 per annum, • Opportunity to lead a Michelin-starred kitchen, • Career development within an established hospitality group, • Visa sponsorship may be considered for an exceptional candidate, subject to eligibility and employer approval If you are an experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef looking for your next challenge in a Michelin-starred environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion with Headstart Recruitment.

Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef – £48,500–£55,000 Location: Central London Salary: £48,500–£55,000 per annum, depending on experience and seniority Restaurant: Michelin-Starred Restaurant 🚫 No visa sponsorship available Headstart Recruitment is looking for an experienced Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef to join a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong chef with a high-quality restaurant or fine-dining background who is looking to take the next step in their career within a Michelin-starred kitchen. The Role • Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations and menu development, • Lead, train and motivate the kitchen brigade, • Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, consistency and presentation, • Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation, • Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene, • Support the smooth running of kitchen services Requirements • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a high-quality restaurant, • Michelin-starred experience is preferred but not essential, • Strong fine-dining background will be considered, • Confident leadership and organisational skills, • Excellent attention to detail, • Passion for seasonal produce and high-quality cooking What's on Offer • Salary of £48,500–£55,000, depending on experience and seniority, • Opportunity to work within a Michelin-starred restaurant, • Career development and progression opportunities, • Central London location If you are an experienced Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity in London, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion with Headstart Recruitment.

Chefs Wanted – All Levels | £36,500–£60,000 | London Fine Dining | Michelin-Starred Restaurants | Private Members' Clubs Headstart Recruitment is currently recruiting talented chefs for a range of exciting opportunities across London's premium hospitality sector. Current Vacancies: • Demi Chef de Partie, • Chef de Partie / Senior CDP, • Junior Sous Chef, • Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef, • Head Chef, • Pastry Chef de Partie, • Catering Chef de Partie Salary: £36,500–£60,000 per annum, depending on role and experience. What We're Looking For • Previous experience in professional, high-standard kitchens., • A passion for quality food, consistency and teamwork., • Fine dining, Michelin-starred or luxury hospitality experience is highly desirable, but not essential for every position., • A positive attitude and willingness to develop professionally. Please note: Visa sponsorship is NOT available. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Ready for Your Next Move? Whether you're actively looking or simply exploring new opportunities, we'd love to hear from you! Apply with your CV today, and our team will contact you to discuss suitable positions based on your experience and career goals. All applications are treated confidentially. Headstart Recruitment – Connecting great chefs with outstanding kitchens.

We are looking for a talented and creative Chef with modern experience in brunch and dinner service. Some baking/pastry experience would also be valuable. The ideal candidate will be passionate about modern café and bistro culture, developing innovative brunch and dinner dishes, which combine creativity, quality, and seasonal ingredients. We are looking for someone who enjoys experimenting with flavours and bringing fresh ideas to the menu. If you are excited by building something from the ground up and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.

Junior Sous Chef We have a great opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team. To be considered for the role, you'll have two years of experience working as Junior Sous 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

Are you passionate about creating exquisite pastries and desserts? Firmdale Hotels invites you to bring your culinary talents to our renowned Ham Yard Hotel, where excellence and creativity meet in the heart of London. Firmdale Hotels is an award-winning group recognised for its unique design, outstanding service, and vibrant atmosphere. Each of our properties boasts a distinct personality, offering guests an unforgettable experience. At Ham Yard Hotel, we pride ourselves on our innovative cuisine and exceptional dining experiences. As a Pastry Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in our culinary team, leading the pastry kitchen with confidence and flair. Responsibilities: • Leading and mentoring a team of pastry chefs to ensure high standards and continuous development., • Overseeing the preparation and presentation of all pastry items, ensuring quality and consistency., • Managing the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, including order of service and mise en place., • Collaborating with the Executive Chef to create new and exciting dessert menus using fresh, high-quality ingredients., • Maintaining inventory and ensuring efficient stock control and ordering processes. What you Need: • Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-end restaurant or hotel setting., • A genuine love for food and a desire to create innovative and delicious pastries., • Strong leadership skills with experience in managing, developing, and motivating a team., • High standard of food knowledge and technical pastry skills., • Excellent organisational abilities to ensure smooth kitchen operations., • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and other departments. What We Offer: • Competitive annual salary of £46,922 plus service charge., • Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching., • Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies), • Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants, • Complimentary meals on shift, • Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent, • Flexible scheduling without split shifts, • Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning, • Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service, • Season ticket loan for convenient commuting, • Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons, • Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions, • Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards, • One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work, • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks, • And much more!! Why join Firmdale Hotels? Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades: • Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025, • The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade, • Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024, • Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024, • Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024, • Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025, • Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025, • Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025, • Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024, • Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024, • Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award, • Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024, • Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure 'IT List' best hotels in the world, • Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys, • Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024. You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our legacy of excellence, apply now to join our vibrant team at Ham Yard Hotel! Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.

New wine bar requires a commis chef. Assisting in the food preparation process. Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes. Preparing vegetables, meats and fish. Assisting other Chefs. Helping with deliveries and restocking. Assisting with stock rotationCleaning stations.