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Welcome to Boulangerie Pierre Alix. We are a family-run independent bakery renowned for its commitment to excellence and tradition in the heart of Muswell Hill (N10). We specialise in creating high-quality sourdough bread and premium pastries, all handcrafted on-site in small batches with the utmost care. As we keep growing, we are excited to offer a permanent position to skilled and passionate artisan bakers who are experienced in the art of handcrafted croissants and viennoiseries but also in mixing dough and using a professional deck oven. Responsibilities Mix bread dough, shape Baguettes and loaves , bake breads in a professional deck oven. Handcraft croissants and other viennoiseries from scratch from dough mixing to lamination, then shaping, proofing and baking. Participate to bread and other baked products preparation. Be ready to upgrade your skills from weighing and mixing to scaling, shaping, proofing and baking a full range of artisan sourdough bread. Ensure all products meet the set quality standards and are in line with daily orders. Monitor production consistently and professionally. Maintain cleanliness of your work area, including utensils and equipment Personal attributes & skills A minimum of 1 year experience in baking (including croissants & viennoiseries full processes of preparation) Knowledge of dough preparation times and procedures and various baking techniques Demonstrated ability to operate a professional deck oven Knowledge of health, safety and hygiene regulations for food preparation. Ability to multitask and plan Ability to start at 4am (sometimes at 3am on Saturday). We want to reach the highest bakery standard while working as a team in a friendly and creative environment. Communication with and service to our customers is the heart of what we do. If you are looking for a role where you can thrive whilst doing what you love, develop your skills and be part of a fabulous team, then this really is an opportunity not to be missed! If you think you would be a good fit for the role, please send us your CV. We look forward to hearing from you and bringing your passion to our business! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Ability to commute/relocate: North London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Lamination process: 1 year (required) Mixing dough and using a professional deck oven: 1year (required) Work authorisation: Royaume-Uni (required) Work Location: In person

About Us We are an established and vibrant Spanish restaurant in the heart of Muswell Hill, serving authentic tapas, paellas, premium meats, Spanish wines, sangrias, and cocktails. The Role As Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading all kitchen operations, maintaining authenticity, consistency, and high quality across our tapas and main dishes. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the kitchen team Prepare and oversee authentic Spanish tapas, paellas, grilled meats, seafood, and daily specials Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency Manage stock control, ordering, GP margins, and supplier relationships Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and HACCP compliance Develop seasonal specials in line with Spanish culinary traditions Train and mentor junior chefs Control labour costs and kitchen efficiency Requirements Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a Spanish restaurant Proven experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant settings with a focus on Spanish cuisine or tapas is highly desirable. Extensive culinary experience with expertise in food production, food preparation, and cooking techniques specific to Mediterranean and Spanish flavors. Strong leadership skills with previous supervising or team management experience in a high-volume restaurant environment. Knowledge of inventory management, food safety standards, and kitchen equipment operation. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Familiarity with dietary requirements and allergy considerations to accommodate diverse guest needs. Join us as our Head Chef and lead an energetic culinary team dedicated to delivering authentic Spanish tapas that excite every palate! We value passionate professionals committed to excellence in hospitality, offering a rewarding environment where creativity thrives and guest experiences shine. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company events Company pension Employee discount Referral programme

Looking for weekend Friday Saturday Sunday chef for small Italian restaurant near Muswell Hill position available immediately

Independent cafe Chriskitch is looking for full time chefs, including weekends. We serve breakfast, salad buffet, main courses and cakes. Applicants muse have: Experience Be outgoing, energetic and positive Have attention to detail