843 Best No experience Chef & Cook Jobs in Croydon (November 2026)

Support the kitchen team with food preparation, maintaining a clean and organised workspace, and helping ensure meals are prepared efficiently and to a high standard. Work as part of a friendly team committed to serving fresh, quality fish and chips.

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As a Grill Chef De Partie you will run a designated grill section but be able to adapt and move to others ensuring each dish is executed with precision and presented to The Ivy standard. Our brigades come together from different backgrounds in hospitality and catering to deliver an Ivy dish to be proud of in a pace that can challenge you

Chef de Partie (part time)

We're looking for an enthusiastic new chef to join our team at the greyhound on a part time basis. As a Chef de Partie you will assist the Head Chef in preparing and cooking meals and be able to work independently when Head Chef is away. You will adhere to strict health and safety procedures and ensure a clean and safe workspace. By becoming a part of the team you will be joining a reputable and growing hospitality chain. There will be plenty of opportunities for growth as the business expands plus loads of incentives and discounts across all our venues and TRONC schemes.

BBQ Chef/ Street Food Assistant - Training Provided

A hardworking and energetic staff is needed to join our street food BBQ team. We are located at Peckham, South East London. Punctuality is important as you will be required to setup, prepare, clean and serve customers at our busy street food stall at Peckham during weekdays and weekends. You must be ready and willing to learn, take instructions and multitask. Training will be provided. When busy, its a fast pace environment that you must be willing to adapt and adjust to be efficient and productive. You must maintain high standard of hygiene and cleanliness. Good communication and teamwork is essential.

ITALIAN SPEAKER Mamma Chef

Join our Family at La Mia Mamma Restaurant! Cerchiamo mamme appassionate di cucina casereccia in Chelsea e Notting Hill! Our team of "Mammas" (moms) is getting bigger and we would love to meet the new ambassadors of Italian culinary culture! If you are an Italian speaker with a deep passion for home-cooked style recipes and you are known among your friends for being a great host, this role is for you! About us: La Mia Mamma is not just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of Italy, its traditions and the love that goes into every meal. Each of our “Mamma Chefs” brings their unique regional flavours and family stories to the table, creating an authentic Italian experience that transports our guests straight to Italy. Our mission is to offer a welcoming, home-like atmosphere where guests can feel like part of our family. What we offer: • Full-time or Part-time contracts: we offer flexibility to suit your availability., • Initial training: you’ll receive personalised guidance from Mamma Sara, one of our most experienced mamma chefs., • A supportive, family-like team and don't worry if you can't speak English perfectly, our team speaks Italian too!, • Location: Chelsea and Notting Hill, • Accommodation in a flat shared with other Mammas: if needed and based on the availability of the flat. What you'll do: • Cook regional dishes: cook what you'd normally prepare at home, from frittata di pasta to mains, we are looking for the most authentic recipes!, • Be the perfect host by making sure our guests are well taken care of for a memorable experience. Who we are looking for: • Passionate home cook: you’re proud to share your family’s culinary traditions and the story behind them., • Team player with independence: you are able to collaborate with the other Mammas and members of the team but you are also comfortable working on your own., • Deep knowledge of Italian food culture., • Reside in London: Pre-Settled or Settled Status necessary to proceed with this application., • Experience: previous experience in a professional environment is an advantage, but not a must. If you are up for the challenge, we encourage you to apply! Why work with us? • A real Italian experience: you’ll work in an environment that celebrates Italian culture, warmth and the authenticity of home cooking., • Professional growth: we offer a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and refine your skills., • Be part of a meaningful project: you’ll contribute to a restaurant that honours family traditions and aims to highlight the less mainstream regional food cultures in Italy.

We are looking for a reliable, organised and hardworking person to join our kitchen team. Responsibilities • Preparing Brazilian-style burgers 🍔, • Preparing portions of French fries 🍟, • Preparing Brazilian snacks and appetisers., • Keeping the kitchen clean and organised., • Helping with cleaning at the end of each shift, together with the other team member. 🕒 Working Hours • Wednesday: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, • Thursday: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, • Friday: 6:00 pm – 12:00 am, • Saturday: 6:00 pm – 12:00 am, • Sunday: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Days off: Monday and Tuesday. ✅ Requirements • Must speak Portuguese., • Must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom and the necessary documents to prove it., • Must be responsible, organised and able to work as part of a team. 📩 Interested? Get in touch for more information!

Nuvola Pizza are looking for Pizza chef and trainee Pizza chefs to come and join our team. We will train you up in 12 weeks to be a Pizza Chef. We are looking for people with or without kitchen experience with plenty of enthusiasm, the drive to learn and ability to work as a team. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you! Pay and Benefits£14- £16 per hourQuarterly Bonus28 days paid holiday per yearLevel 2 and 3 Food hygiene paid for Cycle to work scheme Share options You will be working alongside our fantastic Head chefs who will show you everything in the kitchen from how to prepare our fresh mozzarella to how to use a wood burning oven, a truly unique skill. We are proud of the skill needed to make our award winning pizza, proud of the team we have nurtured and proud of where we have come as a young London based pizzeria.We look forward to hearing from you!

A chef is required to join a busy venue. You will contribute to a high-quality food offering while supporting excellent service standards. This is an opportunity to become part of an expanding independent pub group with opportunities for progression.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking part-time Kitchen Assistant to join our restaurant team! 🕒 Working Hours ❗️Full time and part-time both available. ✅ Requirements • Weekend availability is essential, • No experience required – training will be provided, • Previous kitchen experience is preferred, • Punctual, reliable and responsible, • Able to work efficiently under pressure, especially during busy hours, • Willing to learn, improve and develop new skills, • Positive attitude and good teamwork 🍳 What We're Looking For Experience is a bonus, but attitude matters more! We're happy to train someone with no previous kitchen experience, as long as you're hardworking, responsible and eager to learn. 📍Location: We have two branches located in South Wimbledon and New Malden: • South Wimbledon: 148 Merton Road, SW19 1EH, • New Malden: 95A Kingston Road, KT3 3PA

Sous Chef – The Perry Hill Pub, Catford £15–£17 per hour + tronc Full-time / Permanent The Perry Hill is a busy independent pub in Catford, South East London, serving fresh, seasonal pub food alongside a strong events and functions business. We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. This would suit someone who enjoys cooking with fresh ingredients, is confident leading a busy service, and wants to be part of a friendly, independent pub. The role You’ll work closely with the Head Chef across regular pub services, busy weekends, Sunday roasts, functions and events. You’ll help keep the kitchen organised, support the team and take charge when the Head Chef is away. Typical responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes from fresh ingredients, • Leading services and maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation, • Supporting and developing junior members of the kitchen team, • Planning prep for regular services, functions and larger events, • Helping with ordering, stock control and rotation, • Managing portions and reducing food waste, • Maintaining food safety, allergen and hygiene standards, • Contributing ideas for seasonal dishes and specials, • Working closely with the front-of-house team to keep services running smoothly What we’re looking for Ideally, you’ll have previous experience as a Sous Chef or be a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in a fresh-food pub, restaurant or similar kitchen. You should be: • Confident cooking with fresh ingredients and working across sections, • Able to lead a busy service with a calm, organised approach, • Supportive of your team and clear in your communication, • Reliable, practical and comfortable taking responsibility, • Familiar with ordering, stock management and controlling waste, • Confident with food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Happy working evenings and weekends as part of a rota, • Interested in producing good-quality, straightforward pub food Experience with Sunday roasts, functions and high-volume services would be particularly useful. Hours & pay £15–£17 per hour plus a share of tronc. This is a permanent, full-time position, including evenings and weekends as part of a rota. We’re happy to discuss the working pattern with the right person. About The Perry Hill The Perry Hill is an independent neighbourhood pub in Catford with a large garden, busy food trade and a strong calendar of events, parties and functions. We focus on creating a relaxed, welcoming pub while still taking the quality of our food and service seriously. If you enjoy fresh cooking, take pride in running a good service and want to help lead the kitchen in an independent pub, we’d love to hear from you.

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Foundry Hospitality Group Ltd

BURGER CHEF – PINKY We’re looking for an experienced Burger Chef to join the opening team at Pinky, our new burger bar. This is a hands-on role for someone with strong experience cooking burgers in both restaurant and high-volume takeaway environments. You’ll understand that a great burger operation is all about consistency, speed and attention to detail — every burger leaving the kitchen should be exactly as it was designed. You’ll be expected to follow recipes, cooking methods, portioning and service protocols precisely, while keeping your section exceptionally clean, organised and ready for a busy service. Pinky has an open, counter-style setup, so this isn’t a kitchen where you disappear behind the scenes. You’ll be cooking directly opposite guests sitting at the counter. We want someone comfortable talking to people, with good conversational skills and a genuine sense of natural hospitality. What we’re looking for • Extensive burger/grill experience, • Experience in both restaurant and takeaway/delivery environments, • Excellent attention to detail and consistency, • Ability to follow exact recipes, specifications and service protocols, • Fast, clean and highly organised during busy services, • Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen standards, • A genuine team player with a positive attitude, • Confident and comfortable working in front of guests, • Good conversational and communication skills, • Someone who naturally enjoys hospitality and making people feel welcome We’re building Pinky around great burgers, great drinks, music and personality. We want chefs who understand that even in a fast, casual environment, the details matter and hospitality should never feel transactional. If you’re proud of what you cook, enjoy a fast-paced service and like being part of the atmosphere rather than hidden away from it, we’d like to hear from you.

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Chagos Bar & Restaurant (Caribbean Cuisine) - Broadway Market Tooting | London

Island No.7 Team – Chef, Bartender & Kitchen Porter Location: Tooting Market, SW17 Dates: Friday 25 & Saturday 26 September Trial weekend with opportunity for ongoing work Island No.7 is a new Caribbean food, cocktails & culture concept in Tooting Market, inspired by Jamaican and Guyanese flavours. We’re building our team and currently hiring for 3 roles: 👨🏾‍🍳 Caribbean Chef / Cook Professional kitchen experience required. Confident preparing Caribbean food including jerk chicken, curry goat, rice & peas, plantain and sides. Must understand food hygiene, prep, batch cooking and busy service. 🍹 Bartender Previous bar/cocktail experience required. Preparing signature cocktails, spirits, wine and soft drinks, taking orders and keeping the bar organised. Must be confident, quick and great with customers. 🍽️ Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant Supporting the kitchen with washing up, cleaning, restocking, waste and basic food prep. Experience preferred, but reliability, speed and a good work ethic are most important. For all roles: You must be available Friday 25 & Saturday 26 September. There is potential for regular ongoing shifts after the trial weekend. When applying, please state which role you’re applying for, your relevant experience and confirm your availability for both days.

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