Sous Chef - Viva Hospitality - London

An iconic London venue is seeking the talents of an experienced Pizza Chef to join its brigade. You’ll be part of a small, skilled team of three pizza chefs (including one senior) and you will be creating sourdough pizza’s. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a high-profile, fast-paced operation serving up to 200–250 pizzas per day. Details · Initial 3-month contract – this may be extended · Currently closed Mondays and Tuesdays (this may change) · Service hours typically 12:00pm – 7.30pm/9:00pm · Contracted to 38 hours per week (with expected working hours of 45–50) · Senior Pizza Chef rate: £18.16 per hour The Role · Prepare and cook high-quality sourdough pizzas using premium ingredients · Hand-stretch dough and work with pre-prepared sourdough pizza balls · Operate a traditional wood-burning oven · Maintain high standards of cleanliness, consistency, and teamwork About You · Proven experience as a pizza chef in a high-volume environment · Strong skills in hand-stretching dough and working with wood-fired ovens · Passion for quality produce and sourdough techniques · Ability to thrive in a busy team setting If you’re a passionate pizza chef looking to be part of a dynamic new opening in a truly iconic London location, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of something special.

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Second Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. What will I be doing? • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Leading shifts and taking ownership in the absence of the Head Chef., • Adhering to the highest standards, including cleanliness and organising deep cleans., • Training the team alongside the Head Chef., • Completing all prep as required and taking responsibility for your workstation., • Work collaboratively in a team alongside the wider team. What are we looking for? • Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • Someone with a good command of English., • An excellent communicator who enjoys being part of a team!, • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer: • Working with a fantastic team in a fun environment, • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • There's loads of opportunities to progress to a Head Chef role as we have really ambitious expansion plans!, • A competitive hourly rate including bonuses., • Full time hours - around 40 hours per week with all overtime paid for., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities!, • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Fun staff parties - we close the shops so we are all able to join together!, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, **YSP

Big Mamma is a French-Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. For over a decade, we've been bringing bold Italian flavours, 100% homemade food and vibrant, high-energy kitchens to life across our restaurants worldwide. Big Mamma is also a certified B Corp, committed to doing business in a way that respects people, producers and the planet. We're now looking for a Demi Chef – Hot Section to join our kitchen team! The role As a Demi Chef in the Hot Section at Big Mamma, you'll work in fast-paced, ambitious kitchens preparing authentic Italian dishes from scratch, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation. You will: • Prepare hot section dishes following Big Mamma recipes and standards, • Work alongside the Chef de Partie, supporting prep, service, and training of new chefs, • Maintain cleanliness, organisation and full compliance with health & safety standards, • Support the kitchen team during busy services with a positive, proactive attitude, • Create memorable moments for guests through your craft and professionalism About you • Previous experience as a Demi Chef, • Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, • Excellent teamwork, leadership and communication skills, • High energy, reliability and a proactive attitude, • Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends What Big Mamma offers • Permanent, full-time position, • £ 17.71 per hour ( inclusive of tronc ), • 5-day working week with 2 days off, • Daily staff meals, • 15% discount across all Big Mamma restaurants (UK and Ireland), • £500 employee referral bonus, T&Cs apply, • Wagestream – access your pay between paydays, • Mental health & wellbeing support (Open Up), • Continuous training and career progression, • Mobility across our UK and worldwide restaurants 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. #joinbigmammauki

Are you a visionary culinary leader ready to inspire a team and redefine British pub cuisine? The Wren Tavern, part of the award-winning Urban Pubs & Bars group, is seeking a dynamic and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. Recognized for our exceptional food and vibrant atmosphere, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to one of London's best pubs. What You'll Do: • Lead, mentor, and develop the kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative environment., • Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency across our menu of delicious British cuisine, featuring seasonal produce and dishes from London’s oldest butcher., • Develop and innovate menus, elevating pub classics with seasonal flair and creating dishes that truly impress our guests., • Maintain impeccable standards of hygiene, health, and safety (HACCP) within the kitchen., • Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, stock rotation, and cost control to achieve financial targets and maintain profitability., • Ensure a smooth and efficient kitchen workflow, even during our busiest periods, maintaining composure and a positive attitude. What We're Looking For: • Proven experience as a Head Chef or a strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step, ideally within a busy pub or restaurant setting., • A true passion for food, creativity, and culinary excellence, with a deep understanding of British cuisine., • Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills., • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, leading by example., • A commitment to continuous training and development for your team members., • Someone who takes ownership and pride in their work, embracing a culture where egos are left at the door and everyone helps where needed. What's in It for You? • Competitive salary and a performance-based bonus scheme., • Outstanding opportunities for training, professional development, and clear career progression within our rapidly expanding, award-winning company., • Generous discounts across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants., • Exciting company and team trips, regular social events, and management incentives., • Complimentary meals provided during your shift., • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for your wellbeing., • A fantastic referral scheme with rewards of up to £1,000 per successful referral., • Celebrate your birthday with a day off, on us! 🎉, • Participate in our Cycle to Work scheme., • Wagestream – access your earned wages anytime., • 28 days holiday.

Fantastic opportunity + Family culture + Staff discounts + Free meals + Paid holidays + Birthday gift + Referral bonus

Fantastic opportunity + Family culture + Staff discounts + Free meals + Paid holidays + Birthday gift + Referral bonus

Benugo is hiring talented chefs. We are looking for experienced sous chef. The hours of work are perfect 8-5, five days per week and stable across the year. The rate of pay is the best in the industry. Chefs if you are passionate, ambitious and hard working please apply, opportunity not to be missed.

We will only respond to candidates who have relevant experience. ------------------------------------------------------------------ We are seeking an experienced, reliable and motivated Chef to join our team. As a Chef, you will play a crucial role in managing the current kitchen team and the day-to -day operations of our kitchen. If you have a passion for food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent organisational skills, we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities • Menu Planning: Developing menus that reflect the culinary style, preferences of the target audience, and seasonal availability of ingredients., • Food Preparation: Overseeing the preparation of food, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation meet established standards., • Cooking: Directly involved in cooking, including overseeing cooking processes, techniques, and ensuring consistency in taste and quality., • Kitchen Management: Supervising kitchen staff, assigning tasks, scheduling shifts, and ensuring a smooth workflow., • Inventory Management: Monitoring and maintaining inventory levels of food supplies, ingredients, and kitchen equipment., • Quality Control: Implementing quality control measures to maintain food safety, hygiene standards, and compliance with regulations., • Training and Development: Providing guidance, training, and mentorship to kitchen staff to enhance their culinary skills and knowledge., • Creativity and Innovation: Experimenting with new recipes, ingredients, and cooking techniques to keep menus fresh and exciting., • Cost Control: Monitoring food costs, minimising waste, and optimising resource utilisation to achieve financial targets., • Customer Satisfaction: Ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality dishes, addressing feedback, and accommodating special dietary requirements., • Collaboration: Collaborating with other departments such as purchasing, marketing, and management to coordinate menu changes, promotions, and special events., • Health and Safety: Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen. Qualifications • Previous experience in a culinary or kitchen environment is required, • Knowledge of food safety practices and procedures, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously, • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed If you are passionate about food preparation and want to be part of a dynamic team in the restaurant industry, we encourage you to apply for the position of Chef. We offer competitive pay rates, opportunities for growth within the company, and a supportive work environment. Join us in creating delicious meals for our valued customers! Experience: • Chef: 2 years (required), • Catering: 1 year (preferred), • Cooking: 2 years (required), • Kitchen management: 2 years (required)