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Chef de Partie — Full-time (MIMI Belsize, NW3) MIMI Belsize is growing. We’re after a Chef de Partie who loves Italian food, thrives in a busy kitchen, and takes pride in clean, consistent cooking. What you’ll do • Own your section: prep, cook, plate and clean down to a high standard, • Keep service smooth and standards tight (quality, hygiene, allergens), • Help with stock, deliveries and daily prep lists What we’re after • 2–3 years’ experience in an Italian restaurant, • Proven track in busy services, • Right to work in the UK, • Basic English (Italian is a plus, not essential), • Based within 1 hour of NW3, • Full-time, weekly rota (days/evenings/weekends) What we offer • Monthly salary in line with your experience, • 28 days’ holiday per year, • 2 days off each week Short references are welcome. Let’s cook something great.

Korean takeaway shop looks for a Kitchen staff-chef or cook. Our food is very popular and well know -good quality food and service. Our shop starts take away business only in W10 area. If you do not know Korean food, no problem. We will train you everything. You need Self-motivated, respect team members and team work. Job is to cooking, wash vegetables, cut meat, cleaning, etc. Promotion is always open. Fully provide training courses.

Commis Chef Wanted for Busy Restaurant* We're a vibrant and friendly restaurant with a bustling atmosphere, looking for a skilled to join our dynamic team! In our restaurant, teamwork is key – we work together to create delicious food and ensure every guest has a fantastic experience. If you're passionate about cooking, thrive in a collaborative environment, and love being part of a busy kitchen, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to be part of our friendly crew! Does this fit what you're looking for?

Kineya Mugimaru – We’re Hiring! (St Pancras Station, London) Positions Available: • Kitchen Staff / Chef (Udon Experience Preferred), • Supervisor, • Assistant Manager About Us: Kineya Mugimaru is a popular Japanese udon and noodle restaurant located inside St Pancras Station, London. We’re known for our freshly made udon, crispy tempura, and authentic Japanese dishes. We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated people to join our growing team! Kitchen Staff / Chef What You’ll Do: Prepare and cook udon noodles, tempura, rice bowls, and other menu dishes to Kineya standards Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness Support smooth and efficient kitchen operations Work closely with the team to deliver consistent quality and presentation What We’re Looking For: Experience with udon or Japanese cuisine is highly preferred A genuine passion for food and customer satisfaction Team player with a positive attitude Ability to work efficiently under pressure Supervisor What You’ll Do: Lead and support both kitchen and front-of-house teams during service Ensure smooth daily operations and top-quality customer service Assist with training, stock control, and opening/closing duties Step in where needed to keep service running efficiently What We’re Looking For: Experience in a supervisor or team leader position in a restaurant or fast-paced food environment Confident communicator and team motivator Hands-on approach and commitment to maintaining high standards Knowledge of Japanese cuisine is a plus Assistant Manager What You’ll Do: Support the General Manager in daily operations, staff supervision, and service excellence Oversee kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure consistent performance Handle stock control, rota planning, and ordering Drive team morale and maintain a positive, efficient working environment Deliver an exceptional guest experience aligned with Kineya’s brand values What We’re Looking For: Previous assistant manager or senior supervisor experience in hospitality or food service Strong organisational and leadership skills Ability to multitask and solve problems effectively Passion for Japanese food and culture 💷 What We Offer: Competitive wages (based on experience) Opportunities for career growth and development Staff meals and discounts Supportive and friendly team environment Work at one of London’s busiest and most vibrant transport hubs 📍 Location: Kineya Mugimaru, St Pancras Station, London 🕒 Full-time and part-time positions available If you’re passionate about Japanese food and love working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment — we’d love to hear from you!

Family of 3 (2 adults, 1 child 7yo), no allergies. looking for a private household chef preference in Mediterranean cuisine, Italian and Greek No travelling expectations or other arrangements Days per week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Hours per day: 4, preferably 11-3pm or 10-2pm Location: Bayswater (tube Bayswater station, Queensway station, Royal Oak station) Duties • Weekly meal planning, • Ingredients sourcing (supermarkets at close proximity to the residence), • Meal preparation, • Cooking and food storing, • Light housekeeping (cookware in the dishwasher, kitchen counter cleaning, maintaining the fridge in order) This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to top up their weekly hours. We usually work long-term with our household staff. Previous chef relocated back to Italy. Salary: £23-25/hour

Join our team as a pizzaiolo la squadra is building stronger & stronger as we are looking for a talented individuals to take on different types of roles around the empire!!! are you ready to master this role ! your mission will be : to deliver immaculate smooth service communicate with chefs & management make and cook authentic Neapolitan pizza with wood fired oven impasti di pizza e prep

Opportunity to join established, local Italian Restaurant. Ideal candidate will have experience, be competent and willing to learn. We offer good salary, fantastic team environment and opportunity to cook and prepare very good food.

About Jude’s Thai Jude’s Thai is a small but growing Thai street food brand that brings authentic, vibrant flavours of Thailand to the streets. We’re all about bold flavours, fresh ingredients, and serving our customers with warmth and energy. Our team is tight-knit, hands-on, and passionate about food — every role makes a big difference. Role Summary: As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll be the backbone of the kitchen — helping with prep, supporting the chefs on station, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised. It’s a great role to learn cooking skills in a busy, fun street food environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assist with ingredient prep (chopping, portioning, marinating)., • Support chefs on station during service., • Keep kitchen areas clean, safe, and stocked., • Follow hygiene and safety procedures., • Some kitchen experience is helpful but not essential., • Willingness to learn and grow in a kitchen environment., • Good teamwork and communication., • Energy, positivity, and reliability., • Passion for food and an eagerness to learn Thai street food cooking.

Sous Chef – Lead with Skill, Serve with Heart! Location: Stanmore Coco's Cafe Hours: Full-Time 45hr Salary: 40-45k negotiable, experience depending. Are you a talented chef ready to take your leadership to the next level? We’re seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support our Head Chef and guide our kitchen team in delivering high-quality, nutritious, and comforting meals—especially for those who need it most. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and ensure consistent food quality and presentation Supervise and motivate junior chefs and kitchen staff Help develop menus that are nutritious, seasonal, and tailored to specific dietary requirements Ensure food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures are strictly followed Assist with inventory management, supplier coordination, and cost control Step up as acting Head Chef when needed, maintaining leadership and calm under pressure Ideal Candidate: Strong culinary background with experience in high-volume or healthcare kitchens Proven leadership and team management skills Passion for food that supports health, recovery, and emotional wellbeing Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment 5 years as Sous Chef experience required What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative kitchen culture Opportunities for career development and training Make a real impact through food, especially if you're cooking in settings where your meals support healing, comfort, and community

Looking for a full time chef from Sun AM to Thursday PM. Focus on healthy cooking, with diverse cuisine skills. Young children.

Full Time Chef De Partie wanted for Drake & Morgan’s Bar & Restaurant, Drake & Morgan at Kings Cross If you love what you do, then we want to hear from you, as a role at Drake & Morgan could be the next step in your career development, and not just another job. As a chef de Partie you will oversee a section of the kitchen & work within a busy branded environment. Key responsibilities include the following • Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to spec, • Managing and training any demi-chef de parties or commis working with you, • Helping the sous chef and head chef to develop specials, • Ensuring you and your team have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety, • Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins We are focused on developing our teams and this role could be the first step to becoming a professional chef with us. What’s in it for you? We offer competitive hourly rates, great service charge, cash tips and huge opportunities to progress into bigger roles in the future. • Career progression, • Meals on duty, • Full cocktail/ wine/ barista training, • Company trips & incentives, • Tips & Service charge, • Staff Parties & Events, • Great team culture, • Your Birthday off & paid

Camino is the home of Spanish tapas in London, providing a social tapas bar and restaurant experience – the life and soul and tastes of Spain. We’re always on the lookout for warm, friendly people with loads of energy, and a genuine passion for what we do. If you enjoy a lively atmosphere working with great people then Camino is the place for you. We have a fantastic training and development programme for all new starters and offer competitive pay, incentives, industry-standard hospitality qualifications and most importantly, lots of fun! The biggest compliment we get is from staff telling us they regard working here as being part of a family. We are an excellent place in which to grow and improve as a chef. Chef requirements Have previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy restaurant Be an outstanding cook, and passionate about producing the finest food they can Previous experiCamino is the home of Spanish tapas in London, providing a social tapas bar and restaurant experience – the life and soul and tastes of Spain. We’re always on the lookout for warm, friendly people with loads of energy, and a genuine passion for what we do. If you enjoy a lively atmosphere working with great people then Camino is the place for you. We have a fantastic training and development programme for all new starters and offer competitive pay, incentives, industry-standard hospitality qualifications and most importantly, lots of fun! The biggest compliment we get is from staff telling us they regard working here as being part of a family. We are an excellent place in which to grow and improve as a chef. Chef requirements Have previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy restaurant Be an outstanding cook, and passionate about producing the finest food they can Previous experience with Spanish food is not necessary In Return, We Offer Competitive wages Good working hours - flexible with 2 day off The chance to grow within the company Generous staff discount Staff food

The role Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef de Partie will run a kitchen station to deliver high-quality dishes across service and private hire, supporting menu execution, prep and team training. This is a practical, floor-facing role for someone who enjoys working under pressure. Key responsibilities Run your assigned station to menu specification during lunch and dinner service. Complete daily mise-en-place and prep to agreed portioning and yield standards. Maintain consistent plate presentation and portion control. Support the Head Chef with menu execution, specials and event menus. Supervise and coach commis chefs and kitchen porters working at your station. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of your pass and station (daily and deep-clean routines). Follow and uphold all food safety, COSHH and HACCP standards. Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and basic stock counting. Work with the team on service timing and communication during busy covers and private hires. Contribute to cost control by minimising waste and suggesting practical menu/cost efficiencies. Be flexible to assist other stations or help with events and private-hire production when required. Person specification / skills & experience Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-volume restaurant (minimum 2 years preferred). Solid cooking fundamentals and excellent knife skills. Good knowledge of food safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or equivalent desirable). Comfortable working to menu recipes and plating specifications. Calm under pressure with strong organisational and time-management skills. Team player with the ability to coach and give clear on-shift direction. Flexible availability — able to work evenings, weekends and occasional bank holidays. A practical, hands-on approach and attention to detail. What we offer Competitive salary and tips / tronc where applicable. Staff meals on shift and generous staff discounts. Career progression and development — training and mentoring from experienced chefs. A lively, supportive team culture in a creative, concept-led venue. Pension and statutory benefits in line with employment law. Opportunity to be involved in events, seasonal menu projects and concept development.

We’ve launched a fresh new concept and are looking for passionate Chef de Party to join our team. All of our dishes are cooked over an open fire grill and we only use fresh and sustainable produce. Our Senior Chefs have worked in some of London's finest Michelin star restaurants and they want to train the next generation of chefs. What we’re looking for: • Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your section., • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety., • Monitor portion and waste control to maintain profit margins., • Supervise and train commis chefs and other junior staff., • Ensure that mise en place is completed before service., • Communicate effectively with other sections and kitchen management., • Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef with menu development and planning., • Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of your station What you’ll get: Group dining discounts Staff meals & team perks Celebration trips & referral rewards Early wage access via Wagestream We are closed on Monday's and on Sundays only open for lunch. Be part of something exciting from day one. Apply now — and help us fire up something special.

We are seeking an experienced Pasta Chef to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and executing high-quality pasta dishes, as well as experimenting with new pasta creations. • Prepare and cook pasta dishes to the highest standard, • Experiment with new pasta recipes and ingredients, • Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items, • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment • Previous experience as a pasta chef or in a similar role, • Strong knowledge of pasta preparation techniques, • Creativity and willingness to experiment with new recipes If you're passionate about pasta and have a creative approach to cooking, we'd love to hear from you!

We’ve launched a fresh new concept and are looking for passionate Kitchen Porter to join our team. All of our dishes are cooked over an open fire grill and we only use fresh and sustainable produce. Our Senior Chefs have worked in some of London's finest Michelin star restaurants and they want to train the next generation of chefs. What we’re looking for: • Wash and properly store dishes, utensils, pots, and pans., • Keep kitchen areas clean, including floors, surfaces, sinks, and equipment., • Handle waste and recycling safely, emptying bins and following hygiene standards., • Assist with basic food preparation (peeling, chopping, etc.) when required., • Ensure stock of cleaning materials is maintained., • Operate dishwashers and other cleaning equipment safely., • Adhere to all food hygiene, health, and safety regulations., • Support chefs and kitchen staff as needed. What you’ll get: Group dining discounts Staff meals & team perks Celebration trips & referral rewards Early wage access via Wagestream We are closed on Monday's and on Sundays only open for lunch. Be part of something exciting from day one. Apply now — and help us fire up something special.

"Lore of the Land" based next to BT tower, a two AA Rosette gastro pub, is looking for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie with experience to join our team. All of our food is freshly prepared each day. Our menus have been created to highlight the best ingredients with great cooker over charcoal, ember and flame. Our popular Sunday lunches are traditional roasts slow-cooked with seasonal trimmings. Sustainable and fresh produce is supplied by Ashgrove Farm and our network of local suppliers. About you: *Eagerness and willingness to learn and progress *Experience in a Fine Dining kitchen *Ability to produce dishes to a high standard *Passionate and ambitious to learn *To be able to run a section during service *Mise en Place & Time Management *Hygiene & Food Safety *Teamwork & Communication In return we are offering fantastic industry leading rewards and benefits, including: *A permanent job with flexible working hours *Christmas Off *48h contract (full time) *You will work 4 days a week *Life-work balance *Great Salary *Staff discount for you and your friend up to 4 people for food and drinks at Lore of the Land *Perkbox benefits In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Hello, I am looking for a chef that will be serving our famous french sandwiches in our street food stall in Canopy Market KINGSCROSS. Your job will be to take orders, cook & serve our sandwiches, maintaining the stall clean... as its a street food business, you have to chit-chat with customers while doing all that. Looking forward to working with you ! Frenchie

Head Chef Wanted – Lead the Kitchen at Kentish Town’s Hottest New Opening! Location: Kentish Town, London Venue: Brand-New Gastro Pub (Opening Soon!) Role: Head Chef Start Date: ASAP We’re firing up the ovens and opening the doors to a bold new gastro pub in Kentish Town – and we’re on the lookout for a Head Chef with passion, creativity, and serious kitchen leadership. This is your chance to put your stamp on a brand-new venue from day one — from writing menus and building your brigade, to creating dishes that make people talk (and come back for more). If you want to be part of a big project with big ambition, read on. Who We Are: We’re a brand-new, independent gastro pub with a vision: seasonal British food, local suppliers, exciting twists, and a strong sense of community. From Sunday roasts to elevated bar snacks, we’re all about flavour, quality, and consistency — and we want a Head Chef who’s just as passionate. Who You Are: A confident and experienced Head Chef (or strong Sous ready to step up). Skilled in running a high-performing kitchen, managing everything from costs to compliance. Obsessed with quality, flavour, and presentation — and proud to plate up food that stands out. A natural leader who can recruit, train, and inspire a team to deliver excellence. Excited by the idea of building a kitchen from the ground up and putting your name on something new. What You’ll Do: Design and deliver a seasonal, creative menu with fresh, local ingredients. Build and lead a tight-knit kitchen team focused on consistency and quality. Manage kitchen operations, including ordering, GP targets, health & safety, and staff development. Collaborate closely with the management team to create specials, events, and new ideas. Play a key role in building the pub’s reputation for great food and becoming a true destination in North London. What’s In It For You: A rare opportunity to launch and lead your own kitchen. Autonomy and creative freedom in a chef-led operation. Competitive salary + bonus structure + full share of tips. Support from an experienced, passionate leadership team. Career progression as part of a growing hospitality group. Staff perks, supplier visits, team socials, and more. If you're ready to take the lead and cook up something special in Kentish Town, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and a few words about your vision for modern pub food. Let’s create something unforgettable together.

Responsibilities: Preparation of multiple forms of sushi (maki, temaki, sashimi and nigiri), maintaining a safe and hygienic cooking area in compliance with Food Safety Standards; assist with stock control of ingredients Requirements: Have previous experience working in a Japanese restaurant, speak English to a conversational level