52 Best Full-time Chef & Cook Jobs in Hackney Central, London (March 2026)

Pizza/Pasta Head Chef | East London | Creative Required We're a neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of East London — the kind of place people come back to week after week, not because we're trying to be the most talked-about restaurant in London, but because the food is honest, the wine is natural, and it genuinely feels like home. Since 2012, we've been doing things our way: a daily-changing menu that follows the seasons, all pasta and bread made in-house, charcuterie sourced from Mangalitza pigs raised in Somerset, all from an open kitchen — and we wouldn't have it any other way. Now we're looking for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen — and help shape what it becomes next. The role This is a genuine opportunity to reshape the menu and put your stamp on a much-loved kitchen. We're not looking for someone to maintain the status quo — we want a creative, visionary chef who has real ideas and the confidence to execute them. Our food has always been rooted in Italian cooking, but led by the best of British seasonal produce. That intersection — Italian soul, British seasonality — is at the heart of what we do, and we want a Head Chef who gets that instinctively and gets excited by it. This is also a brilliant step up for a talented Sous or Senior Sous Chef who's ready to take the lead. You'll inherit a kitchen with great bones — a skilled team, strong supplier relationships, and a clear identity — with the freedom to take it somewhere new. What we're looking for • A Head Chef, or a Senior Sous Chef looking for their first Head Chef position., • A genuine passion for Italian cooking and British seasonal produce, • A creative, visionary thinker — someone with real opinions about food and the enthusiasm to back them up, • A collaborator, not a dictator — someone who builds a kitchen culture people actually want to be part of, • Confidence to run a daily-changing menu and make it feel effortless, • Real pride in handmade pasta, proper pizza, and simple food done brilliantly and honestly, • Someone fun to work with — life's too short for a miserable kitchen. What you'll get • Real creative freedom and the chance to reshape the menu from the ground up, • A supportive ownership team who care about doing things properly, • Competitive salary We want to share our passion for food and wine with you. No hiding, no secrets — just passion and enthusiasm, the way it should be. If that sounds like your kind of kitchen, get in touch.

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Head Chef | East London | Creative Position We're a neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of East London — the kind of place people come back to week after week, not because we're trying to be the most talked-about restaurant in London, but because the food is honest, the wine is natural, and it genuinely feels like home. Since 2012, we've been doing things our way: a daily-changing menu that follows the seasons, all pasta and bread made in-house, charcuterie sourced from Mangalitza pigs raised in Somerset, all from an open kitchen — and we wouldn't have it any other way. Now we're looking for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen — and help shape what it becomes next. The role This is a genuine opportunity to reshape the menu and put your stamp on a much-loved kitchen. We're not looking for someone to maintain the status quo — we want a creative, visionary chef who has real ideas and the confidence to execute them. Our food has always been rooted in Italian cooking, but led by the best of British seasonal produce. That intersection — Italian soul, British seasonality — is at the heart of what we do, and we want a Head Chef who gets that instinctively and gets excited by it. This is also a brilliant step up for a talented Sous or Senior Sous Chef who's ready to take the lead. You'll inherit a kitchen with great bones — a skilled team, strong supplier relationships, and a clear identity — with the freedom to take it somewhere new. What we're looking for • A Head Chef, or a Senior Sous Chef looking for their first Head Chef position., • A genuine passion for Italian cooking and British seasonal produce, • A creative, visionary thinker — someone with real opinions about food and the enthusiasm to back them up, • A collaborator, not a dictator — someone who builds a kitchen culture people actually want to be part of, • Confidence to run a daily-changing menu and make it feel effortless, • Real pride in handmade pasta, proper pizza, and simple food done brilliantly and honestly, • Someone fun to work with — life's too short for a miserable kitchen. What you'll get • Real creative freedom and the chance to reshape the menu from the ground up, • A supportive ownership team who care about doing things properly, • Competitive salary We want to share our passion for food and wine with you. No hiding, no secrets — just passion and enthusiasm, the way it should be. If that sounds like your kind of kitchen, get in touch.

The Role As Pizza Chef at Bing Bong, you’ll bring skill, focus, and care to the kitchen. Working closely with the Development Head Chef, you’ll play a key part in delivering consistent, high-quality pizzas, maintaining kitchen standards, and contributing to new ideas and specials that keep things fresh. What You’ll Be Responsible For Prep & Service: Mastering dough handling, stretch, topping, and oven cook – every pizza, every time Consistency: Following recipes and specs to keep standards sky high, even on the busiest shifts Quality Control: Spotting issues before they hit the pass – you're your own toughest critic Clean Kitchen, Clear Head: Keeping work areas tidy, following food safety rules, and taking pride in your space Stock & Waste: Helping with stock rotation and minimising waste – we care about efficiency and sustainability Teamwork: Working closely with your fellow chefs and FOH to keep service smooth and energy high Innovation: Supporting the Development Head Chef in testing new ideas, giving feedback, and contributing to menu development What You’ll Bring Experience in a pizza kitchen or fast-paced food environment Confidence working with dough, ovens, and fresh ingredients A calm head under pressure and pride in precision Great communication skills and a team-first approach A genuine love of food, flavour, and doing things properly Food hygiene knowledge and a clean, safe working style Our Values This is what we stand for at All the Best – it’s how we work, how we lead, and how we grow: Authentic – We’re honest with ourselves and our customers, keeping traditions while staying original and different. No bollocks, no shortcuts—just doing things the right way. Civic Pride – We’re arsed about our community, our customers, and our team. What we do should always benefit the people around us. Determined – We get shit done, even against the odds. We don’t sit around making excuses—we find a way to make it work. Resourceful – We work smart and make the most of what we’ve got. No waste, no unnecessary spending—just maximising what we already have to be as efficient and profitable as possible. Ambitious – We push for more. Every decision we make should make the business stronger and more profitable—we don’t settle, we improve. Why Join Us? Well, we’re an award-winning employer known for doing things properly, treating people right, and building brilliant places to work. Discount across the organisation: Enjoy discounts on food, drinks, and more across our network of establishments. Input into the development of the bar and the business: Your ideas and input matter to us. Contribute to the growth and success of our bar and the wider business through regular feedback, involvement in decision-making, and opportunities for networking and development trips. Commitment to development and progression: We’re dedicated to helping our team members grow and advance in their careers, with ongoing training, mentorship, and support to achieve your professional goals. 33 Days Annual Leave: Generous entitlement to rest, relax, and recharge. Service Charge: On average, £4k per annum—rewarding your hard work and dedication to outstanding service. Annual Bonus Opportunity: Up to £2,000 a year in recognition of exceptional performance. Length of Service Awards: Celebrate your commitment and loyalty with annual awards. Employee Perks: Access discounts on gyms, food, tech, holidays and more through various employee benefit platforms. Legal, Wellbeing & Therapy Advice: Support and guidance for every part of life – mental, emotional, and practical. If you’re looking for a supportive and rewarding environment where your contributions are valued and your career development is a priority, we’d love to hear from you.

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