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Full Time Roles for exciting new Opening (August / September 2026) The team behind Levan in Peckham have a very exciting new project in Central London opening this Autumn. We have a brilliant Head Chef and superb General Manager on board, so are starting to recruit for the rest of the team. We’re now looking to interview for the following positions: Kitchen: ⁠Sous / Senior Sous chef ⁠Junior Sous chef Front of house: ⁠Assistant General Manager ⁠Floor Supervisors After that, we will be recruiting the following from early July. Please feel free to send prospective CV. We will be looking for: Kitchen: ⁠Senior CDP ⁠CDP Front of house: ⁠Waiters/ server We are looking for a focused and professional team with a demonstrable passion and interest in wine and food essential. We offer competitive salary, staff discounts, staff food, proper breaks etc Want to be part of an exciting new opening with an experienced team?

Café Brunch Chef – Full-Time Join our Team as a Café Brunch Chef at Guillam Coffee House Are you passionate about cooking delicious brunch dishes that leave a lasting impression? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy creating mouthwatering menu items? If so, we invite you to become a key member of our team at Guillam. As a Brunch Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations, creating a variety of high-quality brunch dishes and sandwiches. Our menu focuses on classic favorites, including eggs, fresh salads, sandwiches, toasties, granola, and pancakes — all made using seasonal, quality ingredients. This role suits someone who enjoys working independently while collaborating closely with the Head Chef to support daily kitchen operations. Your Responsibilities Will Include: • Cooking and preparing a diverse range of items for our brunch menu, delivering consistently high-quality dishes., • Working independently while supporting the wider kitchen team as needed., • Assisting with menu execution and daily kitchen organization., • Managing stock control, ordering, and minimizing waste., • Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness., • Ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all dishes served during brunch hours., • Maintaining an organized, efficient, and clean workspace., • Managing inventory and ordering supplies to ensure the availability of fresh ingredients., • Adhering to food safety and sanitation standards to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment. Qualifications: To thrive in this role, you'll need: • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a good-quality establishment using fresh produce., • Solid understanding of stock control and ordering processes., • Good knowledge of kitchen health and safety and food hygiene standards., • A genuine passion for food quality and presentation., • Reliable, organized, and able to perform well under pressure., • Passion for creating exceptional brunch dishes and sandwiches., • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices., • Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. What We Offer: • Full-time position: 5 shifts per week, 35–40 hours per week., • Two days off per week., • 20-minute paid daily break., • Free Barista-made drinks (Exclusions apply)., • Supportive team environment with room to grow., • Staff discounts on food, drinks, teas, chai, and physical retail items.

At La Gamba we are looking for friendly, passionate chefs to join the current BOH team. The role involves to smoothly manage your section during the shift, as well as supporting the rest of the team. Cooking all dishes up to standards, organising and preparing the section for the evening shift or the following day, and will to grow with us! This role will involve opening and closing different sections in the kitchen to the highest health and safety standards. Salary Between £16.50 and £19.50 (£12.71 + tronc - Tronc is reviewed and increased after passing probation). Full time: from 35 hours per week

I’m looking for a Chef de Partie for a prestigious catering company, to work in a multi-outlet retail and hospitality site. Ideally, you’d have experience to work in a busy kitchen as a CDP or run a small kitchen on your own, and will have the opportunity to work in different types of events, from fine dining to canapès, bowl food, sandwich platters etc. What we offer: • Be part of one of the biggest catering companies in the UK, • Lot of opportunities, • Flexible Schedule, • Familiar environment, • Mostly no early start and no late finish (have breakfast and dinner with your loved ones, not at work…) What we are looking for: • Commitment - be part of a team and make a difference, • A proven track record of experience in the kitchen at a Chef de Partie level, • Strong character - no two days are the same here, • Culinary expertise, • Flexibility

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef at Guillam Coffee House Are you passionate about creating exceptional dishes using quality ingredients? Do you take pride in maintaining high culinary standards and delivering memorable dining experiences? If so, we invite you to become a key member of our kitchen team at Guillam. As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to support the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys contributing to menu development and culinary excellence. Your Responsibilities Will Include: • Supporting the efficient day-to-day operation of the kitchen and collaborating closely with the head chef to ensure seamless service., • Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to consistently high standards., • Maintaining consistently high standards of food preparation, presentation, portion control, and waste management., • Assisting the Head Chef with recipe development, menu innovation, and the creation of new dishes., • Upholding the organisation, discipline, and professionalism expected within a high-end kitchen environment., • Ensuring the kitchen and all related equipment are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health and safety., • Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stock rotation and waste reduction., • Contributing to delivering an exceptional guest experience through culinary excellence and professional service., • Undertaking any additional duties reasonably requested by the Management Team to support the successful operation of the business. Qualifications: To thrive in this role, you'll need: • Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment., • A mature and professional attitude with a strong work ethic., • Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to quality., • Strong communication and organisational skills., • The ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards., • Good knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen best practices., • A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences., • A friendly and approachable attitude with the ability to work well within a team., • A willingness to learn, develop, and contribute to the success of the business. What We Offer: • Full-time position: up to 48 hours per week., • Two days off per week., • 20 to 30 minutes daily break., • Free Barista-made drinks (Exclusions apply)., • Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and development., • Staff discounts on food, drinks, teas, chai, and physical retail items., • Opportunity to be part of an exciting new opening and contribute to a premium fine-dining brunch concept.

Love working in a pub, or would like to do so. The Sherlock it's hiring! Fancy a new challenge? Up for your next step? Would love to work in one of the most iconic pubs in London? The Sherlock Holmes it's looking for experienced cooks, kitchen shift runners. Rate will be discussed on interview, depending what the experience.

Crimson Hotels is an independent hotel group dedicated to making every travel experience seamless, relaxing, and memorable. Operating under two major brands, Hilton and IHG, offering trusted, world-class service, all our hotels are proudly Green Key Accredited, reflecting our commitment to sustainability. The Trafalgar St. James London, Curio Collection by Hilton is a five-star lifestyle hotel featuring 137 bedrooms, including nine suites and three studios. Perfectly positioned on the edge of St. James and Trafalgar Square, just moments from Soho, Mayfair, and the West End it offers an iconic London experience. The hotel’s vibrant venue, Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar, offers a curated menu of modern dishes, expertly crafted cocktails, and an extensive wine selection, all set within a bold and stylish space that delivers a dynamic day-to-night experience. Our Values We care deeply about our people and communities, empower each other to grow and succeed, embrace inclusivity creating a welcoming environment for all, innovate to continuously improve, and remain sustainable to protect our future. Why Join Crimson Hotels? We believe great people deserve great perks: • Exclusive hotel discounts within the Crimson Hotel Group and the worldwide Hilton brand, • Extra Day Off for Your Birthday – Because your day matters, • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing, • Free refreshments and freshly cooked meals while on duty, • Learning and development opportunities for career progression, • Health Benefit schemes, • Recognition and reward schemes, • Pension Scheme & Life Assurance, • Discounts in our F&B Outlets What your day will look like? You will assist the Executive Chef in ensuring the smooth running of foodservice operations and delivering high-quality food that meets guest expectations. This includes ensuring all dishes are prepared to specification with correct quality, portion size, and temperature, supervising kitchen staff to maintain standards in production, quality, quantity, and safety, and partly managing kitchen cleaning rosters and schedules. You will also carry out administrative tasks as requested by your line manager, assist other chefs when needed, coach and train junior team members, and promote good team spirit. What You’ll Bring? The ideal chef is passionate, creative, and intuitive, dedicated to delivering wonderful guest experiences. You must multitask, prioritise, and work calmly under pressure with a positive attitude. Strong communication skills, quality output, shift flexibility, and experience in AA Rosette or equivalent fine dining are essential, along with a desire to grow within a luxury lifestyle hotel. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and let’s create meaning experiences. In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. We embrace inclusivity which means creating an environment where we celebrate our differences and everybody’s contributions, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief.

About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated Chef de Partie to lead the Hot Section at our Radio Roof Top venue. You will be responsible for managing the preparation of hot dishes, ensuring that all items are cooked to perfection and presented to the highest standard, while working in a fast-paced, creative kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the preparation and execution of all hot dishes during service. Ensure consistency, quality, and timely delivery of dishes. Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP guidelines. Manage stock levels and assist with inventory control in the Hot Section. Collaborate with the kitchen team to optimize workflow and contribute to menu innovation. Key Requirements: Demonstrable experience as a Chef de Partie in a reputable kitchen, particularly in the Hot Section. Excellent cooking skills and thorough knowledge of various cooking techniques for hot dishes, Asian food experience is a strong advantage Ability to work effectively under pressure and lead by example within the team. Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude. Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness. What We Offer: A competitive hourly rate of around £15 plus tronc. A unique opportunity to work in an iconic rooftop venue in Covent Garden with a creative, energetic team. An environment that values innovation, quality, and teamwork, with potential for growth. How to Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team.

We’re looking for a passionate, hard-working chef to join our lively kitchen in the heart of Soho. Must speak good English, have the right to work in the UK, and be a team player. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE FULLY AUTHORISED TO WORK IN THE UK. Experience in Pasta is an extra point Immediate start. Great opportunity for the right person :)

Looking for an experienced Pizza Chef for a big catering company. Able to make pizza from scratch and run his section autonomously, working with electric pizza oven, on his own or in a team Grow your career with one of the biggest catering companies in the UK and enjoy working in a familiar envoronment with great work-life balance What we offer: • Working with one of the biggest catering companies in the UK with plenty of opportunities, • No late finish (last orders at 9pm), • Familiar environment, • Flexibility What we are looking for: • Proven track record of experience working with pizza, • Clean, fast and reliable, • Flexibility, • Ability to work on his own with hand stretched fresh dough, • Experience in other areas of the kitchen a plus

Prepare, cook and present food that meets specs and customer expectations. Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen. Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen . we offer chance to further your career, discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones. Free employee assistance program, mental health, well being, financial and legal support because you matter. Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King inns and hotels. Wage stream access your wage before payday for when life happens. Retail discounts , up to 30% off at Superdrug, three mobile and many more

Job Vacancy: Pasta Chef Position: Pasta Chef Location: Locale Restaurant, 3B Belvedere Road, SE1 7GP Pay: £16 per hour Experience Required: Previous experience as a pasta chef in an Italian restaurant. Details: • Join a well-established Italian restaurant.• Work 5 days a week with 2 days off.• The restaurant is open 7 days a week.• Kitchen closes at 10 PM. To apply, please send your CV and relevant experience.

Join our vibrant culinary team as a Chef de Partie at Nana Cafe, nestled in the energetic heart of Covent Garden. We pride ourselves on an enjoyable and lively working environment where every day brings something different. As a key member of our kitchen, you will contribute to delivering a high-quality dining experience for our diverse clientele, including locals, tourists, and theatre visitors, all within a dynamic and engaging atmosphere.