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At Bodean’s, we pride ourselves on our slow-cooked, smoked meats that are infused with rich flavours and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. We will treat you like shit but yeah, the food is good, apply to work with us 🤣
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Kitchen Manager – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Restaurant 📍 Location: Chalk Farm, London 👨🍳 Full-time, Permanent 💷 Salary: up to £32,500 per year (depending on experience) plus TRONC We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our busy all-day diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Not quite one of our Smokehouses, but very much part of our BBQ family — this site brings the same passion for bold flavours and genuine hospitality to a more relaxed setting. Whether you’re rolling through town, heading to a show at the legendary Roundhouse, or relaxing in the hotel just upstairs, our diner is the perfect spot to refuel and unwind. From tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs to perfectly smoked brisket, every dish is crafted with skill, care, and the finest ingredients. As Kitchen Manager, you’ll bring that same passion to every plate — leading your team, maintaining high standards, and creating dishes that keep our guests coming back. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen across all meal periods, • Manage staff rotas, ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships, • Maintain GP targets and minimise waste, • Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes, • Uphold excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and allergen management, • Train, support, and motivate the kitchen team, • Work with management to plan menus and respond to demand during busy periods About You • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, or Kitchen Manager, • Confident in managing kitchen operations, rotas, and stock, • Strong organisational and communication skills, • Passionate about producing high-quality dishes and consistent service, • Excellent understanding of food safety and allergen procedures, • Calm, reliable, and flexible during both quiet and peak trading times What We Offer • Competitive salary of up to £32,500 per year plus TRONC, • Meals on duty and staff discounts, • Opportunities for professional development and growth, • Supportive, friendly working environment If you’re ready to lead a small, capable kitchen team and take ownership of a growing all-day restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.

Don't miss this opportunity! Join us and be part of Bodean's family! What we offer: • Full training;, • Flexible schedule, Monday to Sunday, • Friendly team;, • Opportunities to grow your career;, • Employee discounts;, • A new opportunity not to be missed! Bodean's BBQ has an amazing opportunity for Part -Time waiters at Bodean's Camden (Chalk Farm)., • Are you passionate about customer service? Do you enjoy working in a team? Then this is the place for you!, • Working on a part-time permanent basis, you will receive competitive rates of pay, 28 days holiday - pro rata, Employee Discount, Training Opportunities and Future career development., • We are looking for candidates who are passionate about customer service and are ready to go the extra mile for our guests. We will provide you with full training, so the experience is preferable but not mandatory, as long as you have a great personality and a willingness to learn., • What we are looking for:, • have at least 1-year of experience in a similar role in a busy environment but don't worry if not, we will train you!, • Be able to work part-time hours and be flexible for any day of the week, • Have a serious passion for excellent guest service, food, and drink;, • Great communication skills;, • Have proof of right to work in the UK, • APPLY NOW and be part of our amazing BBQ team!

Join the Bodean’s BBQ Family – We’re Hiring a Chef de Partie! At Bodean’s BBQ, we’re proud to serve the best BBQ this side of the Atlantic – bold flavours, slow-smoked meats, and warm hospitality. We’re passionate about great food and outstanding service, and we’re looking for a Chef de Partie who’s ready to step up, learn, and grow with us. Whether you're a strong Chef looking for your next move or an experienced Chef de Partie looking to bring your skills to a fun, fast-paced kitchen, this is your chance to join a team that brings serious flavour to London’s food scene. ⭐ What We Offer: Full training and development programme Flexible working hours Delicious meals on shift Staff discounts across all venues Company pension scheme A supportive, team-focused kitchen culture Real career progression opportunities Key Responsibilities: Prepare and present dishes in line with Bodean’s quality standards Take responsibility for a section and assist in leading kitchen shifts Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety practices Assist in training and developing junior chefs Communicate effectively with the team during busy services Support with stock checks, deliveries, and kitchen organisation ✅ What We’re Looking For: At least 1 year of experience as a Chef de Partie Passion for quality food, BBQ, and working in a high-energy environment Strong understanding of kitchen equipment and food safety A team player with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn Organised, calm under pressure, and keen to take the next step in your career If you’re ready to turn up the heat and grow with one of London’s best-loved BBQ brands, APPLY NOW and join our Bodean’s family! Due to high levels of interest, this vacancy may close early – don’t miss out!

Don't miss this opportunity! Join us and be part of Bodean's family! What we offer: • Full training;, • Flexible schedule, Monday to Sunday, • Friendly team;, • Opportunities to grow your career;, • Employee discounts;, • A new opportunity not to be missed! Bodean's BBQ has an amazing opportunity for Part -Time waiters at Bodean's Camden (Chalk Farm)., • Are you passionate about customer service? Do you enjoy working in a team, then this is the place for you!, • Working on a part-time permanent basis, you will receive competitive rates of pay, 28 days holiday, Employee Discount, Training Opportunities and Future career development., • We are looking for candidates who are passionate about customer service and are ready to go the extra mile for our guests. We will provide you with full training, so the experience is preferable but not mandatory as long as you have a great personality and willingness to learn., • What we are looking for:, • have at least 1-year of experience in a similar role in a busy environment but don't worry if not, we will train you!, • Be able to work part-time hours and be flexible for any day of the week, • Have a serious passion for excellent guest service, food, and drink;, • Great communication skills;, • Have proof of right to work in the UK, • APPLY NOW and be part of our amazing BBQ team!

Previous experience in a busy pub environment is preferred but not essential, hard-working, punctual, honest and reliable are a must. You must be a team player with a natural can-do attitude and a proactive-forward thinking approach, articulate and organised and have a friendly enthusiastic personality. Able to multitask, serving customers and assisting the kitchen, maintaining an organised and tidy bar at all times. You must be flexible and available to work according to business needs. Must be available evenings and weekends. If this sounds like you, please get in touch.
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Chef de Partie Position at The Hayden We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated Chef de Partie to join our team at The Hayden. About Us The Hayden has established itself as one of the best local pubs in Bayswater and is part of the First Restaurant Group's Pub and Rooms. Our menu focuses on delivering classic and modern European dishes using fresh ingredients. Benefits You Will Enjoy: - A 30% discount on your entire bill, including drinks, when dining at any of our restaurants, pubs, or rooms across the Group - A recommend-a-friend scheme - Staff recognition and incentives - Access to Wagestream - Exciting training opportunities - Meals during shifts, cash tips, and provided uniforms - 28 days of holiday Responsibilities of the Chef de Partie: - Manage a specific section of the kitchen and report to the Sous Chef - Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes within your section - Place orders, receive goods, and store them safely - Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes, and developing new dishes - Prepare meat and fish - Help manage health and safety standards - Support food hygiene practices - Train and manage any Commis and Demi chefs, serving as a role model - Monitor portion control and waste management - Oversee the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards Requirements: - A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Chef de Partie This is a full-time position with an immediate start available. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour (based on experience)

JKS Restaurants and Plaza Khao Gaeng are seeking a Head Chef to lead their Kitchen in a brand new opening in central London. The successful candidate will have a passion for Asian cuisine and previous experience as a Head Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. Plaza Khao Gaeng Khao gaeng broadly means ‘curry over rice’. Plaza Khao Gaeng is a Southern Thai restaurant, a celebration of the coast to jungle cuisine. It’s a kaleidoscope of curries thick with fresh coconut milk and aromatic curry pastes, fermented fish for depth, and searingly hot stir fries with cooling herbs alongside. Khao gaeng restaurants fill the space around them the more popular they become. Plaza is inspired by one such place that has taken over an old movie theatre in Bangkok. Curries set out in gleaming trays fill the entrance under the faded façade and up the stairs to the box office. This anytime comfort food provides pause in a place cool and quiet from the bustle of the street below The Position As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes and specials; you will play a key role in menu development, working closely with our Chef Director. You will manage the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the kitchen team. If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality restaurant (experience in Thai cuisine is desirable but not essential);, • Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce;, • A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;, • Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a kitchen brigade;, • Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotas;, • Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing;, • A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures; Benefits Dining & Hospitality • Dine Out Allowance - Quarterly peer to peer at competitor restaurants, • Lunch for 2 after probation, • Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants, • CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants Health & Wellness • Self care salary - £1,200 additional salary to spend on your self care., • Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK, • 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare, • 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing, • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it, • Health, legal, money and debt support services available Entertainment • Up to 55% off cinema tickets, • Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more), • Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK Financial Support • Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it, • Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning, • Company donations for your involvement with charities Special Occasions & Recognition • Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions, • Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment, • Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral, • Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)

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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.

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The Sherlock it's hiring... Fancy a new challenge? Up for your next step? Would love to work in one of the most iconic pubs in London? The Sherlock Holmes it's looking for experienced cooks, kitchen shift runners. Rate will be discussed on interview, depending what is the experience.