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The Pachamama family is proudly delivering an exceptional guest experience at the venues in central London. Our dishes, inspired by Mediterranean and Greek cuisine, offer guests a fantastic culinary journey through bold flavours and authentic culinary traditions. 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. As our Commis Chef, we expect that you will contribute to our mission of introducing inspiring hospitality concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to do it our way and make the impossible possible. Responsibilities: • Assist in the preparation and cooking of dishes under the supervision of senior chefs., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations., • Follow recipes and kitchen procedures accurately., • Help with stock rotation and basic inventory management., • Support the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service. For the Commis Chef role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • 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., • Obvious 28 days of holiday, 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. If this sounds of interest to you, please apply . Join the family and grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.

Pay: From £13.40 per hour Responsibilities: Contributing, consistently, to the delivery of a smooth and high quality food service Assisting in the ordering, storage, control and management of all stock, according to regulations and administrative procedures. Complying with all current Health & Safety and food hygiene regulations and to ensure the health, safety and enjoyment of visitors whilst using our food service facilities. Assisting with all aspects of daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of the kitchen, equipment and other food service areas; ensuring that high levels of hygiene standards are maintained. Working with the wider venue team to ensure that the customer service excellence standards are delivered daily. Coordinating with front of house team to deliver food for functions and parties on a tight schedule. The ideal candidate will: Have experience in hospitality/leisure cooking environments. Have understanding of food hygiene and safety. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime

✨✨✨ Role Overview ✨✨✨ Working as part of the kitchen and front-of-house team, this role involves preparing fresh food daily, supporting service during busy periods, and helping maintain smooth, efficient operations throughout the day. Key Responsibilities: • Preparing fresh sandwiches and salads for same-day sale., • Learning and assisting with the small breakfast menu, including basic cooking tasks., • Heating, plating, and presenting items for lunchtime service., • Maintaining stock levels, rotating inventory, and ensuring ingredients are readily available., • Providing customer-facing support when required, including friendly and helpful interaction with guests., • Serving tables during peak times or staff shortages., • Working effectively as part of a collaborative, supportive team., • Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene standards., • Taking initiative to complete tasks, solve problems, and support overall operations without needing constant direction. Hours • 06:30 – 14:30, Monday to Friday, • 30-minute unpaid break

La Mia Mamma is more than just a restaurant – it’s an authentic culinary journey that celebrates the rich and diverse flavours of Italy’s regions. Each of our restaurants offers a rotating menu curated and cooked by real Italian mammas flown in from across Italy, bringing regional dishes to life in the heart of London. We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join one of our vibrant and growing teams. If you have a strong background in regional Italian cuisine, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy leading a kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens, • Ability to follow and replicate authentic recipes and specifications, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and consistency, • Right to work in the UK (essential) Key Responsibilities: • Support and lead the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes, • Follow La Mia Mamma’s recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines, • Maintain a clean and safe kitchen in line with hygiene regulations, • Manage daily kitchen operations and assist the Head Chef in team supervision, • Oversee deliveries, stock rotation, and portion control, • Contribute to training and mentoring junior chefs, • Ensure all cleaning schedules and maintenance routines are carried out What We Offer: • £35,000 – £42,000 per year (including service charge), • A supportive, people-focused team with real growth opportunities, • The chance to work in a truly unique Italian concept, • Access to authentic Italian products and menus that change regionally, • A dynamic environment where food, culture, and family come together If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a restaurant that values tradition, quality, and genuine passion for Italian food – apply now!

Mucci’s is a modern Italian restaurant and bar located in the heart of Chelsea, offering a refined yet relaxed dining experience inspired by regional Italian flavours. We’re known for our commitment to high-quality ingredients, seasonal menus, exceptional cooking, and warm, genuine hospitality. We are now looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our growing kitchen team. In this role, you will work closely with the Head Chef, supporting the day-to-day operations of the kitchen — from prep and service to quality control and team supervision. You’ll help ensure that every dish leaving the pass reflects the high standards we’re known for, maintaining consistency in flavour, presentation, and execution. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef in running a smooth and efficient kitchen service, • Oversee mise en place and ensure all prep is completed to spec, • Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness, • Support and guide junior kitchen staff with training and leadership, • Contribute ideas for new dishes and seasonal updates What We’re Looking For: • Passion for Italian cuisine and a keen eye for detail, • Confident working in a high-quality, fast-paced environment, • Strong communication and organisational skills, • A hands-on, team-oriented attitude with a commitment to consistency What We Offer: • Competitive salary based on experience, • A supportive and professional working environment, • Real opportunities for growth and career progression If you are looking for the next step in your career and want to join a growing business with lots of opportunity don't hesitate to apply now!

We are looking for an assistant chef or someone with a very good sense of cooking brunch and breakfast in Chiswick, west London. We provide training.

Location: The Greyhound Kew, Kew, London Start Date: Immediately Salary: Competitive, based on experience About Us: The Greyhound Kew is a beloved local pub entering an exciting new chapter. Located in the heart of Kew, we’re committed to creating a warm, welcoming space that blends traditional charm with fresh energy. We're now looking for a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help shape the culinary experience from the ground up. The Role: As Sous Chef at The Greyhound Kew, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver high-quality dishes and maintain an efficient, well-run kitchen. You’ll play a key role in menu development, kitchen management, and team leadership. This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who is confident, creative, and ready to be part of something new. Key Responsibilities: Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard Help manage kitchen staff, rotas, and shift planning Maintain excellent hygiene and safety standards at all times Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier management Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials Foster a positive, team-oriented working environment Requirements: Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen A genuine passion for great food and seasonal cooking Strong organisational and communication skills Understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and compliance Ability to lead and motivate a team under pressure Must be local to Kew or surrounding areas Food hygiene certification preferred Why Join Us? Be part of an exciting pub transformation from the ground up Supportive team and approachable leadership Competitive salary and opportunities for progression A friendly, professional, and dynamic working environment

We are looking for a kitchen assistant. This is a Korean restaurant. We are very friendly owners. We need someone can cut vegetables and assist when chef is cooking. And want to clean and tidy person.

We are looking for an assistant chef or someone with a very good sense of cooking brunch and breakfast.

Help with cooking cleaning shopping walking exercises. Would suit student part time 3hrs daily.

A multi task role initially limited to cleaning and basic prepping. Competent candidates will then progress to learn more advanced prepping skills and become more active in the cooking and preparing of food during service.

Chef de Partie – Remoli Ealing Location: Ealing Broadway, London Uk Position: Full-Time Salary: £13.50 – £14.50 per hour (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate About Us Remoli is a family-run Italian restaurant group with six successful locations across London. We are passionate about bringing the true flavours of Italy to our guests through fresh pasta, homemade sauces, and authentic Italian pizza. All our fresh pasta and sauces are made daily in our central production kitchen, ensuring top quality and consistency across all branches. Each of our restaurants, including Ealing, focuses on creating a friendly, welcoming environment where both our guests and our team feel like part of the Remoli family. The Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at Remoli Ealing. You will be responsible for managing your section, maintaining high food quality, and ensuring every dish meets our company standards. Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook dishes according to Remoli’s recipes and standards Maintain excellent food quality, taste, and presentation at all times Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef during busy services Organise and manage your section efficiently (mise en place, cleaning, and prep) Follow all food safety and hygiene procedures correctly Check and control stock levels, ensuring proper rotation (FIFO) Work as part of a positive and supportive kitchen team What We’re Looking For Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up Passion for Italian food, pasta, and pizza Ability to work well under pressure and maintain attention to detail A strong team player with a positive attitude Right to work in the UK Why Join Remoli Be part of a growing family business with opportunities to progress Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients from our production kitchen Supportive, friendly environment with strong team culture Staff meals, discounts, and performance incentives Real career growth opportunities within a successful restaurant group

Supports kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, assisting with cooking, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. Ensures food is prepared to quality and safety requirements, helps with stock rotation, and works as part of a team to deliver efficient service.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Work in tandoor (clay oven) which includes food preparation in tandoori style with special marination., • Plan and review the menu with the chef and manager., • Order food supply as required and assist the curry chef in the preparation., • Prepare and marinate vegetables for cooking in the tandoor., • Prepare Dough and bake Indian roti, phulka, varieties of naan, parathas, tikka, kulcha and many more special foods using tandoor skills., • Monitor and adjust the temperature of the tandoor oven to ensure proper cooking., • Supervise and instruct kitchen staff., • Plan and supervise kitchen work such as cleaning the equipment and utensils., • Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are maintained at all times., • Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate the timing of dishes cooked in the tandoor with other menu items., • Maintain inventory of tandoor ingredients and notify management when supplies are running low., • Clean and maintain the tandoor oven and surrounding work area. Skills/Qualifications/Experience: • Strong understanding of food safety regulations, • Demonstrated expertise in operating and maintaining a clay tandoor oven, including managing optimal heat levels for consistent cooking., • Proficient in preparing a range of tandoori dishes, including naan, roti, parathas, kulchas, kebabs, tikka, paneer, and other regional specialities., • Practical knowledge of Indian marination techniques, spice blends, and traditional flavour balancing., • Competence in record-keeping and temperature monitoring in compliance with health inspection requirements., • Relevant Bachelor or Master degree., • Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Tandoori Chef in a reputable Indian restaurant., • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, • Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and consistency at all times.

Description Breakfast Chef Located in leafy Barnes, The Bridge is a welcome respite from London's bustle. A friendly local, we welcome you for a leisurely weekday lunch or cosy dinner in front of the open fire in our historic Boathouse Dining Room. Renowned for our hearty Sunday roasts, good quality local ales as well as our craft beer selection, our menus are brimming with fresh ingredients and home cooked treats. Our walled beer garden, and restaurant are available for wedding and event hire, as are our eight boutique bedrooms. What we offer our Breakfast Chef: Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work. Access to our culinary masterclasses to sharpen your skills , and development towards CDP 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms Weekly pay Free meals Sharesave Scheme Company Pension 28 days holiday per year What we look for in a Breakfast Chef: We’re looking for a strong and motivated Breakfast Chef to join our small, fun team at our 8-room pub hotel in Barnes. You’ll be serving both our hotel guests and walk-ins, helping them start their day the right way with great food and warm hospitality. The role includes setting up the kitchen for service, assisting with lunch and prep, and maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance. If you’re passionate about quality breakfasts and enjoy working in a friendly, growing pub restaurant, we’d love to hear from you! As a breakfast chef we are looking for you to: Be an active hands-on person with a passion to work hard as part of a team Have high standards and a great work ethic Show willingness to learn new skills; be an active team player with excellent communication skills Working alongside your kitchen team; you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to deliver top quality service Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills to complete day to day tasks Thanks for your interest in working with Young’s. If you would like to be part of our team, apply now!

Vori is Holland Park’s Modern Greek Taverna, serving seasonal & soulful Greek Plates & Wine. You will join a tightly-knit hospitality team that knows how to deliver exceptional hospitality and great flavours. We are looking for a solid, highly motivated and team-playing Commis Chef willing to learn and push their boundaries to join an independent Greek restaurant with an emphasis on working with fresh seasonal produce & ingredients across all sections, including our charcoal oven. Most importantly you love to cook! Our team is small so you should be a good team player, disciplined, calm & effective during busy service. The role will depend on your experience and the value you add to the team. We will compensate you according to your experience. -Mondays always off -48hrs/week -Service charge is shared equitably among all members of the team. -The right to work in the UK is an pre-condition for employment.