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Japanese Chef Position Overview Mileo The Palm Dubai seeks an exceptional Japanese Chef to join our culinary team and lead one of our seven distinctive dining destinations. As a key member of our food and beverage operations, you will bring authentic Japanese culinary expertise to our guests while embodying Mileo's commitment to thoughtful design, heartfelt service, and genuine connection. This is an opportunity to showcase your mastery of Japanese cuisine within a luxury lifestyle resort that values creativity, quality, and cultural authenticity. About Mileo The Palm Dubai Nestled on the West Beach of Palm Jumeirah, Mileo The Palm is Dubai's most distinctive lifestyle beach resort hotel. Our property seamlessly blends coastal soul with urban vibrance, offering design-led rooms and residences alongside seven distinctive dining and drinking destinations. We are committed to 'Where Life Slows & The Vibe Flows'—creating a refined sanctuary where guests experience quiet luxury and genuine hospitality. Our team is passionate about inspiring wellness for everyone, everywhere, and building a community where guests and locals move seamlessly between beach and city experiences. Key Responsibilities Required Qualifications Desired Attributes What We Offer Mileo The Palm is committed to fostering a workplace where team members feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a luxury hospitality setting. You will be part of a supportive community that prioritizes your wellbeing, celebrates creativity, and recognizes exceptional contributions. We believe in empowering our team members to bring their whole selves to work and to thrive both professionally and personally. Why Join Mileo The Palm? This is more than a job—it's an invitation to be part of a distinctive hospitality community. You will work alongside passionate professionals who share your commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction. Mileo's culture emphasizes connection, creativity, and genuine care, creating an environment where your skills are valued and your growth is supported. Join us in creating unforgettable experiences where life slows and the vibe flows.

Looking for a Part time breakfast chef 7am-11am Monday to Saturday

Temporary School Chef 📍 Location: Waltham Forest 💷 Pay Rate: £19 per hour 🕖 Hours: 7:00am – 2:30pm 📅 Start: Immediate 📌 Duration: Ongoing booking We are currently looking for an experienced School Chef to join a school in the Waltham Forest area, starting immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and enthusiastic chef looking for ongoing temporary work, working Monday to Friday during school hours. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for pupils and staff, • Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, • Following food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures, • Managing kitchen operations efficiently, • Working as part of a friendly catering team, • Ensuring meals are prepared and served on time Requirements • Previous experience as a School Chef or within a similar education/catering environment, • Good knowledge of food hygiene and allergen requirements, • Reliable, punctual and well organised, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Relevant food hygiene qualification preferred If you are available immediately and interested in this opportunity, please get in touch today to apply.

Chef / Team Member – Coqfighter Canary Wharf New site. New team. Same Coqfighter energy. We’re opening a brand-new Coqfighter site at Market Halls Canary Wharf, and we’re looking for enthusiastic Chef / Team Members to be part of the team from the start. At Coqfighter, chicken is king, but people are what make the place special. We’re all about brilliant food, great service and creating a team environment where people enjoy coming to work. This is a fast-paced QSR environment, so we’re looking for people who are energetic, hands-on and enjoy being part of a busy team. You’ll be comfortable getting stuck in, learning quickly and keeping things moving when the orders start flying in. You don’t need to know everything. We’re looking for people who are reliable, positive, humble and keen to learn. The role As a Chef / Team Member, you’ll be an important part of the day-to-day operation of our new Canary Wharf site. You’ll: • Prepare, cook and serve Coqfighter food to our standards and specifications., • Work quickly and accurately during busy service., • Keep your station clean, organised and ready to go., • Follow food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures., • Work closely with the rest of the team to keep service running smoothly., • Help with opening and closing duties., • Make sure every order is prepared with care and consistency., • Give friendly, genuine service to our customers., • Be ready to jump in wherever the team needs you., • Learn and develop as you become part of the Coqfighter team. The kind of person we’re looking for You’ll probably be a great fit if you: • Enjoy working with people and being part of a team., • Have a positive, can-do attitude., • Are energetic and comfortable working at pace., • Take pride in doing things properly., • Are reliable and turn up ready to get stuck in., • Stay calm and focused when it gets busy., • Are happy to work on your own initiative when needed., • Are humble, approachable and keen to learn., • Care about great food and great service., • Have experience in a kitchen, QSR, restaurant or hospitality environment Most importantly, we’re looking for people with the right attitude. We can teach you the rest. Why Coqfighter? This is a chance to join us at the start of something new. You’ll be part of the opening team at our Canary Wharf site and have the opportunity to grow with us as we continue to expand. You’ll receive: • Competitive pay, • 28 days holiday, • Amazing staff meals, • Recommend a Friend referral scheme, • Full training and ongoing support, • Genuine opportunities to grow your career with Coqfighter, • The chance to be part of a brand-new team and site, • A friendly, supportive team that works hard and has a good time doing it Sound like you? If you’re energetic, reliable, love working with people and want to be part of a brand-new Coqfighter team, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us get Canary Wharf cooking. Chicken is king. Teamwork makes it happen.

Kitchen Team Member Fresh food • Fast-paced • Great vibes Join the Farmily at Farmer J! We cook everything from scratch using the best ingredients, and we need energetic Back of House Team Members to help us keep the good food flowing. What You’ll Do • Prep, cook and serve delicious food, • Rotate across all BOH stations (prep, oven, salads, wash-up, runner), • Keep quality, freshness and presentation on point, • Follow food safety + hygiene standards, • Keep the kitchen clean, organised and running smoothly, • Work as part of an upbeat, supportive team What We’re Looking For • Positive energy and great attitude, • Fast learner who loves good food, • Reliable, team-focused and ready to get stuck in, • Experience is great — but not essential (we’ll train you!) Why You’ll Love It • Fun, friendly team and a welcoming kitchen, • Plenty of opportunities to learn and grow Ready to join the Farmily? Apply now!

We’re looking for an organised and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Bakehouse by Signorelli, an artisan bakery in East London. If you enjoy preparing good food, working as part of a team and keeping a busy kitchen running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you. About the role You’ll prepare croissants, focaccia sandwiches and bakery products, including cookies and loaf cakes, and help keep the kitchen clean, organised and ready for production. Full training on our products, recipes and kitchen procedures will be provided. What we’re looking for • Experience working in a restaurant kitchen or bakery would be an advantage., • Good organisation, attention to detail and a reliable approach to work., • An understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling., • Willingness to carry out daily cleaning and routine kitchen upkeep., • A positive attitude and good teamwork and communication skills., • Sufficient spoken and written English to communicate with colleagues and follow recipes and safety instructions., • Weekend availability is essential., • Ability to travel reliably to the Bakehouse, including for early starts., • Flexibility to work occasional additional hours when required. Working hours This is a full-time position only. Part-time applications will not be considered. The rota will include a combination of the following shifts: • 6:00 am–2:30 pm, • 7:00 am–3:30 pm, • 8:00 am–4:30 pm Earlier starts may occasionally be required to meet business needs. What we offer • A friendly and supportive working environment., • Training and opportunities to grow within the Signorelli group., • Staff discounts on our products., • Free tea or coffee during your shift. Job details • Location: Bakehouse by Signorelli, 1 Fortunes Walk, London E20 1JJ., • Pay: £12.5-£13, • Start date: As soon as possible.

Katsute100 is a Japanese tea and dessert café located near Broadway Market in East London. We are currently looking for a Baking Assistant / Patisserie Kitchen Staff member to join our team. We are particularly interested in candidates with previous baking, pastry or kitchen experience. However, if you have less professional experience but genuinely enjoy baking and have a strong interest in cakes and desserts, we would still be happy to hear from you. The role will include: • Preparing and baking cakes and desserts, • Preparing ingredients and assisting with daily production, • Cake assembly, decoration and portioning, • Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, • Supporting the kitchen team with general preparation and daily tasks What we are looking for: • Previous baking, pastry or kitchen experience is preferred, • An interest in Japanese cakes, desserts and baking, • Reliable, organised and able to work efficiently, • Good attention to detail, • Comfortable working independently as well as as part of a small team, • Basic English communication skills, • Availability to work weekends is preferred, • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Working hours: Approximately 7:30am–4:30pm, depending on the day’s production and business needs. Job types: Full-time (5 days/week) / Part-time (at least 3 days/week) For part-time applicants, please let us know how many days per week you would ideally like to work and your general availability. Location: Katsute100 4 Broadway Market Mews London E8 4TS Nearest station: London Fields If you are interested, please apply with your CV and a short introduction about yourself, your availability, and any relevant baking or kitchen experience. Benefits: • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount

Senior Chef de Partie / Pizzaiolo – Hackney Wick, London. We're looking for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie / Pizza Chef to join our friendly Italian restaurant in Hackney Wick, London. The ideal candidate should be able to confidently manage the pizza section, including dough preparation, stretching, topping pizzas, oven management, and maintaining high quality standards. As we are a small and close-knit team, we're looking for someone who is flexible, proactive, and happy to help wherever needed. The role includes preparing simple pasta dishes and starters, supporting the head chef during service, assisting with stock control and orders, and helping keep the kitchen running smoothly. If you're interested, please send us your CV with a brief introduction. We look forward to hearing from you!

We are looking for a highly capable team member to join our family-run restaurant and help us create something incredible. A positive, team-focused approach and commitment to maintaining high standards are valued.

Require a chef who is familiar with Mediterranean cuisine, able to maintain and order stock etc

We are looking for an experienced Tandoor Chef to join our busy Pakistani restaurant in Leyton The ideal candidate will be highly skilled and confident in preparing a range of traditional tandoor breads and kebabs including: • Naan, • Roti, • kebab, • chicken tikka, • Traditional Pakistani tandoor breads/dishes What we’re looking for: • Previous experience as a Tandoor Chef, • Fast, reliable and able to work efficiently during busy services, • Good attention to quality and consistency Position: part time and full time available Location: Leyton, London Start: Immediate start available

We are looking for an experienced and creative Brunch Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be confident working in a busy café environment and passionate about producing fresh, well-presented brunch dishes. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a high-quality all-day brunch menu, • Produce dishes such as eggs, avocado dishes, pancakes, French toast, breakfast plates, sandwiches and salads, • Ensure excellent taste, presentation and consistency, • Handle breakfast service efficiently during busy periods, • Complete daily food preparation and mise en place, • Monitor stock levels, portion control and food wastage, • Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness and organisation, • Follow all food hygiene, HACCP and allergen procedures, • Work closely with front-of-house and management, • Help develop new seasonal brunch dishes and specials Ideal Candidate • Previous experience as a Brunch Chef, Breakfast Chef or Chef de Partie, • Strong egg cookery and breakfast/brunch experience, • Good presentation and plating skills, • Able to work quickly while maintaining quality, • Reliable, punctual and organised, • Good understanding of food safety and allergens, • Comfortable working independently when required, • Creative and interested in modern café/brunch trends