61 Best cdp Jobs in Barnet (October 2026)

Fonda Senior Chef de Partie Requirements: • A confident and talented chef who can support the services and sections to maintain a premium guest experience, whilst working in a large team environment., • Experienced in working with fresh, top-quality ingredients and building relationships with our world leading supply partners., • Maintain quality and quantity controls across your sections, supporting the senior team with quality, food safety and stock management processes., • An enthusiastic and proactive individual, who whilst supporting the senior team can take ownership of their section and departments of the Fonda Kitchen., • Able to work with integrity, generosity, and excellent attention to detail for people & product., • Passionate and knowledgeable about food, wine, and hospitality and able to exceed guests' expectations., • A champion of our values and ethos, be always working to a 'Best in Class' level. What we offer our senior Chef de Parties: • 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants, • Free staff meals while on shift, • Up to £500 team referral bonus, • Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us, • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days, • Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program About Fonda Fonda is an exciting, contemporary Mexican restaurant, years in the making from chef Santiago Lastra and MJMK Restaurants. Opened in 2024 in Mayfair's Heddon Street, Fonda has showcased regional Mexican cooking through Santiago's unique lens, presented in an elegant, vibrant style, complemented by contemporary design. In Mexico, a Fonda is a family-owned eatery, serving traditional dishes in an informal setting, each inspired by personal recipes from the generations that came before. Santiago Lastra's Fonda builds on this concept to showcase recipes from across the country. Though seemingly simple, Fonda's dishes draw on the quality and provenance of ingredients, combined with innovative techniques to elicit the flavours of Mexico in a modern way. The warmth and genuine hospitality is at the forefront of how we look after our team and guests, replicating Mexico's traditional family-run Fonda's. We'd love to hear from you if you're an experienced Chef de Partie and you're up for a new challenge and the opportunity to work alongside Santiago Lastra. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. In 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair - our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra - and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025.

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Casa do Frango Mayfair

Senior Chef de Partie

Senior Chef de Partie Candidate Requirements: • Proven experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen., • Passionate about delivering exceptional food and memorable guest experiences., • Confident in managing a section independently and supporting junior team members., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and guide others., • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high culinary standards., • Thorough understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen hygiene practices., • Creative mindset with a desire to contribute to menu development and innovation., • Calm and efficient under pressure, with excellent time management and organisational skills. What We Offer Our Senior Chef de Partie: • 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants, • Free staff meals while on shift, • Up to £500 team referral bonus, • Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us, • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days, • Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program About Casa Our journey began in 2018 with the launch of Casa do Frango in London Bridge – a Portuguese grill concept inspired by Marco's Portuguese heritage and fond memories of his upbringing in Southern Portugal. Offering a menu of fresh, wood charcoal-grilled dishes in a warm atmosphere, it quickly became a local favourite. Building on this success, we were fortunate to be able to expand Casa to the neighbourhoods of Mayfair (2022) and Victoria (2023). We're looking for a Senior Chef de Partie to join our team at Casa Mayfair where you will play a key role in delivering exceptional food and contributing to deliver outstanding guest experiences. The site welcomes around 1300 guest each week, a 125-cover dinning space, 100 cover event space/bar, two private dining room and a summer terrace. We are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our guests and nurturing a positive, energetic work environment for our team. After winning Disruptor Brand at the 2023 Peach 20/20 Hero & Icon Awards and Emerging Concept at the MCA Hospitality Awards 2023, there's never been a better time to join us. With our expansion continuing in 2025, career progression opportunities are endless. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a fine dining restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star, named No. 17 on the World's 50 Best Restaurants list. In 2022, we launched Lisboeta, a premium restaurant in Fitzrovia with renowned Portuguese chef patron Nuno Mendes. 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair - our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra - and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7thin the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50 and Lisboeta at 93rd place.

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Luso

Senior Chef de Partie

Senior Chef de Partie Candidate Requirements: • Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-quality restaurant., • Obsessed with delivering exceptional food and guest experiences., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment., • A team player with the ability to motivate and support junior staff., • Excellent attention to detail and ability to uphold high kitchen standards., • Experience with food safety standards and regulations., • Passionate about food and eager to contribute to a creative kitchen environment. What We Offer Our Senior Chef de Partie: • 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants, • Free staff meals while on shift, • Up to £500 team referral bonus, • Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us, • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days, • Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program, • Enhanced pension contributions after 5 years with us., • Anniversary reward scheme for each year with us About Luso Opened in September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz. Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal's Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal's terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta's legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space. About MJMK Restaurants We own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, the group includes Casa do Frango, KOL, Fonda, AngloThai, Luso and Lenny's. KOL holds a Michelin Star and was named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. AngloThai earned a Michelin Star within three months of opening and was named The Square Opening of the Year in the 2025 National Restaurant Awards. We're building ambitious restaurant brands with a focus on quality, creativity and guest experience, and we're just getting started.

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Matthew’s Kitchen Seafood

Matthews Kitchen is looking for chef position ! 🐟 CHEF WANTED – MATTHEW’S KITCHEN SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 👨‍🍳 Matthew’s Kitchen Seafood Restaurant in Whetstone, North London (N20) is looking for an experienced Chef to join our team. We are looking for someone with 3+ years of professional kitchen experience, who has strong knowledge and experience in: 🐟 Preparing and cooking fresh fish🔥 Grilling fish and seafood to a high standard🦐 Working with different types of seafood🍽️ Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation👨‍🍳 Working efficiently in a busy professional kitchen If you are passionate about fish and seafood and have the experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! 📍 Matthew’s Kitchen, 1288–1290 High Road, Whetstone, London N20 9HJ

Chef de Partie Candidate Requirements: • Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-quality restaurant., • Obsessed with delivering exceptional food and guest experiences., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment., • A team player with the ability to motivate and support junior staff., • Excellent attention to detail and ability to uphold high kitchen standards., • Experience with food safety standards and regulations., • Passionate about food and eager to contribute to a creative kitchen environment. What We Offer Our Chef de Partie: • 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants, • Free staff meals while on shift, • Up to £500 team referral bonus, • Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us, • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days, • Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program About Luso Opened in September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz. Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal's Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal's terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta's legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. In 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair - our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra - and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025.

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La Vecchia Pizzeria

Chef de Partie - Burger & Pasta

6 days ago

Part-time

London

We are looking for a professional chef with extensive experience preparing burgers and pasta dishes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong cooking skills, maintain high quality standards, and work efficiently in a busy restaurant environment.

Chef de Partie – School 📍 School setting 💷 £20 per hour 📅 Start tomorrow 🔐 DBS required We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join a school kitchen. You’ll be responsible for managing your section, preparing and cooking food to a high standard, following food safety and hygiene procedures, and supporting the wider kitchen team. Requirements: • Previous Chef de Partie experience, • Experience working in a professional kitchen, • DBS required for this school role, • Good food hygiene and safety knowledge, • Reliable and available to start tomorrow

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes consistently, following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Key responsibilities include: • Organising mise en place and keeping your section fully stocked for service, • Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistent standard, • Working efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality, • Communicating clearly with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Following food safety, allergen control, hygiene and cleaning procedures, • Maintaining an organised workstation and using equipment safely, • Supporting the wider kitchen team and helping with deliveries, storage and stock rotation Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred. You should have strong practical cooking skills, good attention to detail, a reliable and professional approach, and the ability to work calmly as part of a busy team. Flexibility to work agreed shifts, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Grill chef Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Grill Chef to lead our grilling and food preparation team with enthusiasm and expertise. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of grill station operations, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and efficiency. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver outstanding culinary experiences, uphold food safety standards, and maintain a vibrant, energetic kitchen environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary professional eager to showcase their skills in a fast-paced hospitality setting. Responsibilities Lead and supervise the grill station team, fostering a positive and motivated work environment Oversee food production processes, ensuring all grilled dishes meet high standards of quality and presentation Manage food preparation tasks efficiently, coordinating with kitchen staff to meet service demands Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards across all grilling activities Develop and implement innovative grilling techniques and menu items to enhance customer satisfaction Train team members on proper cooking methods, food handling, and safety procedures Maintain inventory levels for grilling ingredients and equipment, minimizing waste and controlling costs Requirements Proven supervising experience in a busy kitchen or restaurant environment, preferably in a leadership role within hospitality or culinary settings Strong background in food production, cooking techniques, and food preparation specific to grilling methods Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff members Extensive kitchen experience with a focus on culinary excellence in grilling and food service operations Knowledge of food safety protocols, hygiene standards, and restaurant health regulations Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently under pressure Prior experience in hospitality or restaurant settings is highly desirable Ability to serve as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, and customer-focused service Join us as our Head Grill Chef and bring your passion for grilling to life! Lead your team with energy, inspire culinary innovation, and create memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back. We are committed to supporting your growth as a leader in the vibrant world of hospitality. Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person

ODOS is a busy, modern Mediterranean restaurant in High Barnet, and we’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our growing kitchen team.You’ll be working alongside two chefs with Michelin-star restaurant experience, giving you the opportunity to learn, develop your skills and work to a level rarely found in local restaurants.We’re looking for someone who is passionate about food, reliable, organised and comfortable working in a busy kitchen.

About the role We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team. Working closely with the Head Chef and restaurant management, you will help deliver consistently high-quality food, keep service running smoothly, and maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety. You will lead by example, support and develop the kitchen team, and take charge of the kitchen when the Head Chef is absent. This role suits someone who takes pride in their cooking, communicates clearly and remains calm during busy service. Key responsibilities Food preparation and service Food quality: Prepare, cook and present dishes consistently, following agreed recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Service preparation: Organise mise en place and ensure each section is stocked and ready before service. Kitchen coordination: Oversee sections during service, manage ticket flow and check dishes before they leave the kitchen. Front-of-house communication: Work closely with the service team on order timings, dietary requirements, availability and customer feedback. Menu development: Support the Head Chef with specials, recipe development and improvements to preparation methods. Team leadership Shift leadership: Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, allocating tasks and maintaining standards throughout the shift. Training: Support new and existing team members with recipes, equipment use, safe working practices and service expectations. Performance: Give clear direction and constructive feedback, addressing concerns promptly with the Head Chef or management. Teamwork: Promote a respectful, professional kitchen environment and help wherever needed during busy periods. Staffing: Assist with rotas and section allocation, helping match staffing levels to expected business demand. Stock and cost control Stock management: Monitor stock levels, support ordering and check deliveries for quality, quantity and condition. Storage and rotation: Ensure ingredients are stored correctly, labelled, dated and rotated to minimise spoilage. Portion control: Follow agreed yields and portion sizes to maintain consistency and protect food margins. Waste reduction: Keep preparation levels in line with expected trade, record waste and identify opportunities to reduce avoidable losses. Stocktakes: Assist with regular stock counts and report shortages, discrepancies or supplier issues. Food safety and kitchen standards Food safety: Follow the restaurant’s food safety procedures and ensure required checks and records are completed accurately. Allergen controls: Follow agreed allergen procedures, prevent cross-contact and never guess when responding to an allergen query. Cleaning: Maintain cleaning schedules and ensure workstations, equipment and storage areas are kept clean and organised. Safe working: Ensure equipment is used correctly and report faults, hazards or maintenance needs promptly. Opening and closing: Complete kitchen checks and handovers, leaving the kitchen safe and ready for the next shift. Essential skills and experience Kitchen experience: Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step. Cooking skills: Strong practical cooking ability and experience delivering consistent food during busy service. Leadership: Ability to organise a team, communicate expectations and support colleagues under pressure. Food safety knowledge: A sound understanding of food hygiene, safe storage and allergen management. Commercial awareness: Understanding of portion control, stock rotation and waste reduction. Reliability: Good timekeeping, attention to detail and a professional approach. Availability: Willingness to work the agreed shift pattern, including evenings and weekends. Desirable experience Similar restaurant background: Experience working with Mediterrenean or in a kitchen with similar service volumes. Qualifications: Relevant professional cookery and food safety qualifications. Kitchen administration: Experience with ordering, stocktaking, recipe costing or rota planning.

GRILL CHEF Layali Lounge – London About Layali Lounge Layali Lounge is a vibrant and welcoming restaurant in London, offering guests an authentic and memorable dining experience inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Our menu focuses on fresh ingredients, traditional flavours and expertly prepared grilled dishes. We are committed to delivering high-quality food and excellent service in a warm and stylish restaurant environment. The Role We are looking for an experienced and passionate Grill Chef to join the kitchen team at Layali Lounge. The successful candidate will have strong experience working on a charcoal grill, grill or similar cooking section, with a good understanding of cooking meats to the correct temperature while maintaining quality, consistency and presentation. You will play an important role in ensuring that our grilled dishes are prepared to a consistently high standard throughout service. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a range of grilled dishes in accordance with Layali Lounge recipes and quality standards., • Operate the grill safely and efficiently during busy services., • Prepare and cook chicken, lamb kebabs, skewers and other grilled dishes to the required standard., • Ensure all meat is cooked correctly according to food safety requirements and customer specifications., • Maintain excellent portion control and consistency., • Prepare mise en place and ensure your section is fully stocked and ready for service., • Monitor cooking times and coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure food is served promptly., • Maintain a clean, organised and efficient grill section throughout service., • Follow all food hygiene, health & safety and HACCP procedures., • Ensure correct storage, labelling, temperature control and stock rotation., • Minimise food waste and use ingredients efficiently., • Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen team., • Support other kitchen sections when required., • Maintain high standards of food presentation and quality at all times., • Assist with cleaning and closing down the kitchen and grill area., • Contribute to maintaining a positive and professional kitchen environment. Experience & Skills The ideal candidate will have: • Previous experience as a Grill Chef, Chef de Partie or similar role., • Strong grill experience – essential., • Experience cooking meat, poultry, kebabs, skewers and grilled dishes., • Experience within a busy restaurant or high-volume kitchen., • Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy services., • Excellent attention to detail and consistency., • Good communication and teamwork skills., • Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work., • Ability to follow recipes, portion specifications and kitchen procedures., • Passion for producing high-quality food., • A willingness to learn and develop within the business. What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate, depending on experience., • Opportunity to work within a busy and growing London restaurant., • Supportive and professional kitchen environment., • Opportunity to develop your culinary skills., • Opportunities for progression within Layali Lounge. Position Details Position: Grill Chef Location: London Employment: Full-time / Part-time Work Location: In person Experience: Previous grill experience essential Join the Layali Lounge Team If you are an experienced Grill Chef who takes pride in preparing high-quality grilled food and enjoys working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you. Join Layali Lounge and become part of a team committed to great food, great service and an exceptional guest experience.

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