58 Best cafe chef Jobs in Barnet (October 2026)

Brunch Cook, Join Our Café Team This is a great opportunity for an aspiring cook. You'll prepare simple but delicious brunch dishes in our café, following food safety standards at all times. You'll be joining a friendly team who all believe in good food, great coffee and warm, welcoming service. What we're looking for: A genuine love of good food The ability to stay calm and work well under pressure A proactive, can-do attitude Training will be provided, so if you have the enthusiasm, we'll help with the rest.

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Dan & Decarlo

Temporary Chef With Weekly Payments + cash & card tips

Chef – Dan & Decarlo (East Finchley) We’re looking for a reliable and experienced chef to work temporarily while covering holidays & recruitment procedures at Dan & Decarlo, a busy independent coffee shop / cafe in East Finchley. At Dan & Decarlo we pride ourself on serving the very best traditional breakfasts, and sandwiches, alongside our speciality coffee, pastries, and cakes. This position is working on a weekly basis with weekly payments, your position is to maintain high standards, and keep service running smoothly day to day along with opening / closing checks aswell as strict food safety procedures. The Role: You will be responsible for preparing dishes to company spec, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all areas of your responsibility while working closely with the front of house team so service runs as smooth as possible. This is a customer facing role working in an open kitchen so great hygiene, and advanced English speaking is required. £14.50 per hour + cash & card tips (card tips are paid monthly) Requirements • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Chef role, • Immediate start, • Strong team mentality and organisational skills, • Level 2 food hygiene certificate, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance, • Reliable, proactive, and hands-on approach If you’re someone who takes pride in their work, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short introduction of your experiences and your current location.

Breakfast Grill Chef - Hadley Wood EN4 Limes Brasserie, a beloved local establishment, has been under fresh management for the last 2 years. Our young and innovative team has been serving up extraordinary culinary experiences, with weekly specials that delight our loyal clientele. With an average of 1100 covers per week, we pride ourselves on offering well-priced, generously portioned dishes made with fresh ingredients. We believe in making as much as we can from scratch, and our commitment to quality has earned us a reputation for serving the best food in the area. Family-run with an unwavering focus on the community, we're now expanding with a second location and looking to grow our solid kitchen team for a second site! Position Description:We are seeking a talented and passionate Breakfast Grill Chef to join our dynamic team at our Hadley Wood branch!. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a keen eye for detail. Responsibilities: 1. Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes within the specialty section., 2. Assisting the Team in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes., 3. Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins., 4. Maintaining high standards of hygiene and adhering to health and safety regulations., 5. Working collaboratively with the rest of the kitchen staff. Qualifications: 1. Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef., 2. Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures., 3. Ability to work under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced environment., 4. Strong communication and teamworking skills., 5. Literate, being able to clearly communicate, read and write in English with no challenges being able to read tickets and converse with the team. At Limes Cafe, we value a positive attitude, dedication to the craft, and a love for food. If you are looking to grow your culinary career in an exciting, community-focused business, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your current CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for our team.

👨‍🍳 CHEF WANTED – THE BRUNCH BARN, CREWS HILL We’re looking for an experienced Chef to join our busy team at The Brunch Barn. ✅ Must have previous café / bistro experience ✅ Confident working in a fast-paced kitchen ✅ Good knowledge of breakfast & brunch dishes ✅ Reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team ✅ Full-time position available 7am till 4.30pm 📍 The Brunch Barn, Crews Hill, Enfield EN2 9BP

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Dan & Decarlo

Chef Kitchen Manager - Permanent Full-time

Chef Kitchen Manager – Dan & Decarlo (East Finchley) We’re looking for a reliable and experienced chef to lead the kitchen at Dan & Decarlo, a busy independent coffee shop in East Finchley. At Dan & Decarlo we pride ourself on serving the very best traditional breakfasts, and sandwiches, alongside our speciality coffee, pastries, and cakes. This is a hands-on role for someone who can take full ownership of the kitchen, maintain high standards, and keep service running smoothly day to day. The Role You will be responsible for the full day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all areas. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily kitchen operations and service, • Manage and lead the kitchen team, • Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards, • Plan and manage staff rotas, • Control stock, ordering, and supplier relationships, • Monitor and manage food costs and wastage, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, • Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards are met, • Train, develop, and support kitchen staff, • Manage prep schedules and service flow, • Handle equipment maintenance and report issues, • Work closely with front-of-house to ensure smooth service, • Drive efficiency and improve kitchen processes Requirements • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef role, • Strong leadership and organisational skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance, • Reliable, proactive, and hands-on approach What We Offer • £14.50 starting wage, • Free food & drink on shift, • Stable, structured working environment, • Support from ownership and management, • Opportunity to take real ownership of a kitchen, • Share of TRONC, • Early finishes and balanced shift patterns If you’re someone who takes pride in running a tight, efficient kitchen, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short introduction.

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Gin's Cafe

Italian Deli Chef / Kitchen Manager

Gin’s Cafe in Palmers Green is looking for an experienced chef to help lead the kitchen for our new Italian deli concept. The menu will include: • Croissants and breakfast pastries, • Cakes and tiramisu, • Parmigiana, • Lasagna, • A small selection of fresh pasta dishes, • Focaccia, sandwiches and Italian deli-style food You will be responsible for food preparation, cooking, presentation, stock control, ordering, food safety and the daily organisation of the kitchen. We are looking for someone who: • Has strong Italian/Mediterranean cooking experience, • Can work independently and manage a small kitchen, • Is organised, clean and reliable, • Can maintain food quality and consistency, • Understands food costs, stock control and waste management, • Can help develop dishes and improve the menu

North Finchley, Barnet

Hello everyone, We are looking for a reliable chef to make sandwiches and croissants in the morning. The shift will vary from 6am to 11am everyday. Interested candidates can come tomorrow on Friday for a short interview only between 2pm - 5pm. Salary starting from £13 p/h Zero hour contract Giving 20 hours p/w

Part time chef 3 days a week. We are looking for a chef who has Cafe/bistro experience.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team. We're looking for someone friendly, reliable, and hard-working. Day-to-day duties include: • Making breakfasts, sandwiches, salads, wraps etc, • Helping keep the kitchen and café clean and tidy We're a small team, so a good attitude and willingness help out is key. If you're interested, we'd love to hear from you.

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Kibele Restaurant