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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    24 hours ago
    £55000–£60000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We’re bringing something special to London. A hugely successful Canadian hospitality brand (55 sites strong) is opening its first UK venue in High Street Kensington this July — and we’re looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen from day one. This is a rare opportunity to be part of an international expansion, with clear progression as the brand grows across the UK. The Role As Head Chef, you’ll take full ownership of the kitchen, building your team, driving standards, and delivering a consistently high-quality food offering in line with a proven, successful concept. You’ll be instrumental in launching the site — from recruitment and training to opening execution and beyond. What Makes This Different 🌍 International opportunity – Three weeks’ paid training in Montreal 🚀 Growth potential – Be part of the UK launch with real progression opportunities 🔥 New opening energy – Build your own team and kitchen culture from scratch 📈 Established success – Join a proven 55-site brand entering a new market Key Responsibilities Lead, recruit, and develop a high-performing kitchen team Deliver consistent, high-quality food in line with brand standards Manage all kitchen operations including prep, service, and hygiene Take ownership of stock, ordering, GP, and labour control Drive a positive, professional, and motivated kitchen culture Work closely with senior leadership during launch and beyond What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up Experience in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens Strong leadership and team-building skills Commercial awareness (GP, labour, stock control) Passion for delivering great food and developing people Someone excited by the challenge of a new opening and international brand growth Package & Benefits Competitive salary (DOE) Performance-related bonus All-expenses-paid training in Montreal (3 weeks) Career progression as the brand expands in the UK Opportunity to shape a flagship opening

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  • Festival Manager
    Festival Manager
    1 day ago
    Full-time
    London

    Chickenish is looking for an experienced Event and Festival Manager to join our growing team for the 2026 summer season and beyond. Working closely with the owner and core management team, you will oversee festival and event operations from planning through to delivery, ensuring smooth, professional and high-energy service on site. We trade at some of the UK’s leading festivals and events, and this role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands festival logistics, and enjoys leading teams on the ground. We are building a long term team as the company continues to grow, with exciting plans ahead. Key Responsibilities: • Staff rota planning and team coordination, • Strong understanding of food hygiene systems and operational standards, • Stock management, ordering and supplier communication, • Festival setup and pack down, • Ensuring equipment is cleaned, maintained and ready for future use, • Liaising with CPU and suppliers to manage stock flow, • Communicating with site managers and event organisers, • Overseeing daily opening and closing procedures, • Managing daily cash outs and reporting Requirements: • Proven experience working in festivals or large scale events is essential, • Strong organisational and leadership skills, • Ability to stay calm and solution focused in high pressure environments, • Driving licence preferred What We Offer: • Above average London Living Wage, • Approx. 40 hours per week on average across the summer season, with peak activity from May to September, • A supportive and positive company culture, • A wellbeing strategy being implemented this year, with a focus on team care, • Long term opportunities as we continue expanding our festival presence If you’re passionate about events, great food, and building something exciting with a committed team, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    3 days ago
    £40000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    General Manager – PYRÁ Location: Queen’s Park, London Role Type: Full-time, senior leadership position Role Overview The General Manager is the operational and cultural lead of PYRÁ, responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving commercial performance and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across the restaurant, bar, private dining and events. This role requires a hands-on, people-first leader with strong commercial awareness, capable of running a high-energy hospitality venue while protecting brand standards, profitability and team morale. Key Responsibilities: Operations & Service Excellence Oversee all front-of-house and venue operations, ensuring consistently high service standards. Lead daily service across lunch, dinner, brunch, events and private hire. Act as the senior point of contact on-site for guests, suppliers and partners. Ensure compliance with all health & safety, licensing, food safety and legal requirements. Maintain venue presentation, ambience, music levels and guest flow in line with PYRÁ’s brand. Team Leadership: Recruit, train, manage and retain a high-performing FOH and management team. Set clear expectations, rotas and performance standards. Lead by example on the floor during service. Conduct regular team briefings, reviews and development sessions. Build a positive, accountable and motivated team culture. Financial & Commercial Management Own weekly and monthly P&L performance with the owner. Manage labour costs, GP targets, stock control, and wastage. Maximise revenue through covers, events, upselling and smart scheduling. Oversee till accuracy and financial controls. Contribute to pricing strategy and menu engineering alongside the Head chef and owner. Events & Private Hire Oversee the planning and delivery of private events, weddings, brand activations and parties. Work closely with the events team to ensure flawless execution on the day. Act as senior host for key events when required. Ensure events align with brand positioning and profitability targets. Brand, Guest Experience & Reputation: Protect and elevate the PYRÁ brand across service, tone and guest interaction. Handle guest feedback, complaints and reviews professionally and proactively. Drive repeat business, community engagement, and local reputation. Support marketing initiatives, launches and experiential events. Systems & Processes Implement and maintain clear SOPs across FOH and operations. Improve efficiency through systems, scheduling and process optimisation. Liaise with suppliers and contractors. Support the owner with reporting, forecasting and strategic planning. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a General Manager or senior hospitality manager. Strong background in premium casual dining, events-led venues or destination restaurants. Commercially astute with solid P&L understanding. Confident leader with excellent people management skills. Strong knowledge of wine. Calm under pressure, organised and solutions-focused. Excellent communication and guest-facing presence. Passion for food, wine, music and hospitality experiences.

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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    9 days ago
    £32500–£38000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Pay: £32,500.00-£38,000.00 per year Title: Kitchen Manager (Standalone) Reporting to: House Manager Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Railton House, 10 Craven Hill, London W2 3DT About the role LHA London is seeking an experienced and confident Kitchen Manager to lead the catering operation at Paddington House, one of our largest and busiest hostels. This is a hands on leadership role where you will manage a higher volume kitchen with full responsibility for service delivery. You will oversee the preparation of fresh meals with daily catering typically serving 80 to 100 residents. You will also supervise and support a small volunteer team to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. If you enjoy working at pace, leading others, and running a well organised kitchen that serves a large community, this role offers both challenge and impact. About us LHA London has provided affordable, good quality accommodation since 1940. Across thirteen hostels, we support nearly 2000 young people living, studying, and working in London. Our catering service plays an important role in resident wellbeing and helps create a welcoming, homely atmosphere. Key responsibilities' Kitchen and catering Prepare and serve breakfast and dinner daily for 80 to 100 residents Plan nutritious, appealing menus suitable for higher volume service Lead the day to day running of a busy kitchen Maintain consistent quality, presentation, and portion control Ensure efficient and timely service Volunteer supervision Lead, guide, and coordinate a small volunteer team Delegate tasks clearly and provide hands on support Create a positive, respectful, and organised working environment Ensure the kitchen is left clean and secure Stock, suppliers, and budgets Manage ordering, deliveries, and stock control for a high volume kitchen Monitor usage and minimise waste Build effective supplier relationships Control food spend and work within budget Identify opportunities to improve value for money Health and safety Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards Record daily temperatures and compliance checks Ensure full adherence to food safety and health and safety legislation Report issues promptly Working pattern 40 hours per week across five days, including some weekends. Typical shifts: Weekdays: 12pm to 9pm Weekends: 7am to 4pm What we are looking for You are calm, organised, and confident leading a busy kitchen environment. You enjoy working with larger numbers and feel comfortable managing higher volume service. You will bring: At least three years experience in a professional kitchen Experience in a senior or lead role Experience cooking fresh food for larger groups or community settings such as education, care homes, hostels, or similar high volume environments Strong stock control and supplier management skills Understanding of budgets and food cost control Solid knowledge of food hygiene and safety compliance Experience supervising volunteers or small teams Ability to stay focused and organised during busy services A proactive and solution focused mindset A passion for preparing quality meals for a large community Why join us Additional day off for your birthday after one year of service Free onsite meals while working Quarterly employee recognition awards Opportunity to join the Employee Forum Enhanced pension contributions with employer matching up to 10 percent Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work scheme and Season Ticket Loan Death in service cover Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits Ongoing training and development Regular staff events If you are ready to lead a larger scale kitchen and play a key role in the daily experience of hundreds of residents, Paddington House offers a rewarding and fast paced environment where you can make a real difference. Benefits: Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site gym Private medical insurance Sick pay Store discount

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    1 month ago
    £40000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Head Chef – Buns, West Hampstead Buns is on the lookout for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to take the lead in our kitchen and work closely with us on the next evolution of our menu. Our food is centred around grills, social plates made for sharing, and seriously good burgers — all built on the idea of honest, quality ingredients and bold flavour. Alongside our main menu, we run a busy weekend brunch that is an important part of who we are. We’re searching for someone who truly loves food and wants to be part of a family environment — not just another name on the rota. This is a leadership role where you’ll have real creative input and the opportunity to help shape the future of Buns. What you’ll be doing: • Leading and managing a small kitchen team, • Maintaining high kitchen standards and consistency, • Ordering and stock control, • Working closely with us on menu development and new ideas, • Ensuring every plate that leaves the kitchen reflects our quality and values What we offer: • Good working hours, • A supportive drama free, close-knit team environment, • Creative input into menu development, • The chance to make a real impact within the West Hampstead community, • To be part of the Buns family and grow with us on our journey If you’re a passionate chef who wants to help build something special, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch and let’s talk.

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  • Bilingual Italian-English Assistant Manager
    Bilingual Italian-English Assistant Manager
    1 month ago
    £25000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Are you a fluent Italian speaker with strong English skills, exceptional organisation, and ambition to grow fast in a rewarding education sector role? Join a boutique, high-standards education travel company that's been successfully connecting Italian schools and students with inspiring UK study programmes for years. We partner with fantastic freelance English teachers across key locations (Edinburgh, Cambridge, Oxford, and more) to deliver memorable, high-quality group experiences, without the company ever needing to escort groups ourselves. Everything happens from our efficient office hub. Now we're gearing up for exciting expansion (starting with Spain!), and the founder is personally looking for a talented, proactive right-hand person to train intensively and hand over increasing responsibility. This isn't just an admin job - it's your fast-track to real business ownership, decision-making involvement, and leadership in a niche, meaningful industry. What You'll Do (Hands-On & Varied - No Two Days the Same) • Craft tailored client quotations using our custom Excel tools and Word templates, turning school needs into compelling, accurate proposals, • Guide Italian schools through the full trip-planning journey: prompt, professional, warm communication from first enquiry to happy post trip feedback, • Handle Italian public procurement & compliance expertly (MEPA/Acquisti in Rete PA, ANAC), preparing, uploading, and tracking documents flawlessly to meet strict deadlines, • Orchestrate incoming student groups end-to-end: check-ins, attendance tracking, academic resources, personalised lanyards/certificates, Google Forms setup, travel cards, welcome sessions, and on-site coordination support, • Quality-check freelance teachers: verify certifications, DBS, right-to-work docs before any programme launches, • Keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes: update operational databases/files/reports, manage shared inbox, schedule Zooms, and support the founder on ad-hoc priorities, • Occasionally travel within the UK (expenses paid) to build stronger relationships with our teacher network or onboard new talent Who We're Looking For Must-Have Essentials • Native or C1/C2-level fluency in Italian, • Confident professional English (B2–C1 minimum, excellent written/spoken), • Superb organisational skills + razor-sharp attention to detail, • Real comfort with numbers, Excel (formulas, data updates, annual tool reviews), • Thrive under pressure, juggle multiple priorities without losing cool, • Proactive, initiative-driven mindset + genuine eagerness to learn and take ownership, • Humble, collaborative, positive team player who values high standards Nice-to-Haves (Big Advantages) • Any Spanish skills (B1 minimum)? Huge bonus as we prepare for Spain launch!, • Prior exposure to operations, programme coordination, education/tourism/travel, admin, or client-facing roles (even internships/volunteering count), • Recent graduates very welcome: potential and attitude trump years of experience Why join us • Direct, one-to-one mentorship from an experienced founder who will teach you the full business inside-out, • Accelerated growth: clear path to greater autonomy, higher responsibility, and future title/salary progression as we scale, • Genuine involvement in strategic decisions and international expansion, • Hybrid flexibility with a supportive, close-knit environment, no corporate bureaucracy, • Work in a purpose-driven niche: helping young Italians gain life-changing UK experiences while building a sustainable, growing business Right to work Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    2 months ago
    £48000–£52000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We're looking for a dynamic new GM to take the reins at our Flagship Restaurant in Westfield White City. If you're a GM with great energy, leadership skills, entrepreneurial spirit and looking for a company to stay and grow, you'll thrive in this role. The restaurant fits 100 covers 🪑🪑🪑 We have a strong mix of in house 🍽️ and Deliveroo 🥡 sales. It’s a really vibey site with tons of regulars, we get great footfall from the shopping centre and cinema but we’re also a destination restaurant for locals. About the Role Pay + Contract 🤑 This is a 48h/wk full time contract that requires a mix of opens/closes over 5 days a week. This usually works as 45 hours on shift on the rota and a flexible 3 hours of admin. Whilst you write your own rota, we'll need you to lead from the front and have a presence over all operating hours. The pay is a mix of basic, service charge and annual bonus. Basic (£36k/yr) Service Charge (around £10-12k/yr) based on worked hours, Tronc system Target based Bonus Package (£4k/yr, paid quarterly) + £2.6k pa Deliveroo sales bonus (paid monthly) This means a very achievable annual take home of £50k+ / yr About You ☺️ • Previous GM experience is essential, with at least 2-3 years in a similar sized site location., • Passion for service, people and food. Our burger is insanely good and we're famous for it, but the atmosphere and team are just as important to the guest experience., • Great leadership skills. This really will be your site and a big part of your role is to inject your energy and positivity into the atmosphere., • Taking the time to use your past experience to train and mentor your team., • Great initiative and confident to take ownership of your site. The big advantage of joining an independent is that we want to give you autonomy over your site. Black Bear is where you can really have a voice and input into the future of your site., • Working closely with Head Office on projects to move the business forward. We love giving you the opportunity to present ideas and proposals for anything from events, building work and restructuring. If this sounds like something you're interested in we'd love to hear from you!

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