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We’re hiring a Pizza Chef to lead our Tooting kitchen. Fast-paced, positive vibes only. ✅ What You Get: £16-18/hr (incl. service charge) 40–45 hrs/week 2 days off + 28 days holiday Monthly bonus when goal is reached. 🔧 What You’ll Do: Run daily kitchen ops Manage stock & train staff Keep quality & hygiene high 👊 You Are: Experienced & reliable Calm under pressure Passionate about pizza Apply now – Let’s make something great. Pizza chef – Senior chef – Kitchen leader – Immediate start – London – Italian restaurant – Wood-fired pizza

We’re looking for a passionate Sous Chef/Chef de Partie to join our exciting new fusion restaurants in Wallington! If you have a flair for creating bold flavours, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and want to be part of something fresh, we’d love to hear from you. IMMEDIATE START Both part-time & full-time positions available.

We're looking for an enthusiastic new chef to join our team here at the greyhound sydenham 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.

Part-Time Breakfast Chef Wanted – Anna’s Coffee House & Kitchen We’re currently looking for a part-time Breakfast Chef to join our friendly team at Anna’s Coffee House & Kitchen. Location: 227 Lower Addiscombe Road, Croydon, CR0 Hours : Part-time (including early mornings and weekends) Duties: Prepare and cook a small, quality-focused breakfast and brunch menu. Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and presentation. Manage prep, cooking, and plating during morning service. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen at all times. Stock rotation, labeling, and minimizing food waste. Requirements: Experience cooking breakfast/brunch in a café, restaurant, or similar. Knowledge of basic food safety and kitchen hygiene. Ability to work solo or as part of a small team. Punctual, organized, and able to handle a busy morning rush. Positive attitude, especially in a close, friendly environment. What We Offer: A warm, respectful, family-style work environment Free meals and coffee on shift Input on menu ideas and specials Opportunity to grow with us as we expand Competitive hourly rate depending on experience

We’re looking for a passionate chef to join our friendly team at Casa Ponte, a cozy Italian restaurant in Carshalton. The ideal candidate must have lots of experience as a head chef, be confident in cooking Italian dishes, work well with others in a busy kitchen, and enjoy bringing fresh ideas to the table. If you’re reliable, creative, and love great food, we’d love to hear from you!

Commis Chef Position ​ ​We are looking for a talented and dedicated Commis Chef to join our team. This is an opportunity to learn and grow with experienced chefs, participating in all areas of a dynamic, high-quality kitchen. ​Responsibilities: ​ • Assist Chefs de Partie and other team members in food preparation and cooking., • Keep the workstation clean and organised, following hygiene and food safety standards., • Assist in receiving and storing ingredients., • Collaborate with the team to ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest quality standards., • Learn and execute the techniques and recipes of our kitchen. Requirements: • Previous experience in a professional kitchen, even if limited., • Passion for gastronomy and willingness to learn., • Ability to work in a team and under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Commitment to excellence and attention to detail., • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays. What we offer: • A collaborative and supportive work environment., • Training and professional development opportunities., • Staff meals., • Discounts of up to 25% on menu items Speaking Portuguese is a plus

Casa Ponte is urgently looking for a skilled and experienced Pizza Chef to join our team as soon as possible! We’re searching for someone passionate about pizza, with solid experience and a love for Italian cuisine. 📍 Location: Casa Ponte Restaurant 📆 Start Date: Immediate 🕒 Position: Full-time

We're looking for an enthusiastic new souschef to join our team here at the greyhound sydenham As a Sous chef 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.

We’re Hiring at Brucan Bakery ✨ Brucan is open 🎉 We’ve loved our first weekend of serving up coffee, bakes and cakes, and now we’re looking for a Bakery Assistant to join our small team behind the scenes. It’s a bit of everything in the kitchen: 1. Helping with prep of bakes and sandwiches, 2. Washing up and keeping the kitchen tidy, 3. Restocking and keeping things organised, 4. Supporting the baker so the day runs smoothly We’re a small, hands-on team so you’ll be working right alongside us. Perfect if you’re: 1. Friendly, reliable, and happy to muck in, 2. Have baking experience and keen to learn more, 3. Comfortable with mornings and weekend shifts, 4. Able to start ASAP What you’ll get: • £12.75 an hour, • Coffee, bakes & lunch on shift ☕🥐, • A chance to grow with us from the early days

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Senior Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra £1 per hour paid after 1 years continuous service What will I be doing? • You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills, • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Adhering to exceptionally high standards - including cleanliness., • Working with a fast-paced kitchen team., • What are we looking for?, • Someone with excellent experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • A great team player who loves to work within a team with great interpersonal skills., • Someone with a good command of English., • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What’s on offer… • Competitive rates paid hourly with bonus incentives in place., • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • Full time or part time hours available and all overtime paid for., • Loyalty incentive - extra £1 per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities., • Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens., • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

We are looking for a long-term colleague and should be minimum 2 years experience 5 day a week/min working hours; weekday 3pm-11pm weekend 12am-11pm If there are many bookings during the week, we can offer extra days of work with extra pay. We require candidates to have knowledge of basic cooking techniques, knife skills, and food handling. They must also be able to work well in a team and follow instructions. Familiarity with kitchen equipment and utensils is essential, as is understanding food sanitation regulations.

Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. Bella Roma, a family-run restaurant in Beckenham, is currently seeking an experienced Junior Sous Chef with a minimum of five years' experience, particularly specialising in the pasta section. We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team immediately. If you meet the criteria and are serious about becoming part of our family, please apply at your earliest convenience. Kind regards, Bella Roma Team

Seeking a headchef to provide an authentic indian culinary experience for a brand new startup based in South Croydon. Cuisines include but not limited to indochinese, punjabi, gujarati, along with some pub food. Ideally looking for someone with some level of experience. A team player who understands the core values of working towards a common goal A positive attitude that can handle the pressures of a busy environment. Package includes a competitve salary

Daddy Bao is a popular neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Tooting. We now have 3 Bao restaurants across London serving London’s fluffiest buns, but remain a close, independent company, with a strong focus on building happy, supported teams. We have a small and friendly team at Daddy Bao and are looking for talented, passionate and professional chefs to join us. If you're interested in working in a focused, exciting environment, amongst an experienced, enthusiastic and driven restaurant team with a passion for amazing food & drink, please get in touch with your CV. What's in it for you: £12.21 - 12.5 per hour starting wage, plus service. Rapid progression in pay and job role for the right candidate Service charge & cash tips split between all staff Flexible and fair hours. Expanding company with career opportunities Training and development to support you Staff meals & staff discounts Access to Techscheme discounts

Bella Roma Beckenham We are looking for a highly experienced Sous Chef with 6+ years in a similar role. We are a family-run, busy restaurant, so you must be able to work well under pressure and maintain high standards. Requirements: Minimum 6 years’ experience as a sous chef or equivalent Strong leadership and organisational skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Passion for quality food and presentation We offer: A friendly, supportive team environment Competitive pay based on experience Opportunity to join a well-established, reputable restaurant Start date: Immediate If this sounds like you, please send your CV

we are looking for a passionate Sous chef for a contemporary italian restaurant. we offer competitive salary! free staff meal, pension and staff discount. the restautant is closed on Mondays for any question dont hesitate to contact us

We are looking for a talented and experienced Chef with a strong background in various cuisines. You’ll be responsible for food preparation, kitchen leadership, and delivering high-quality dishes across a diverse menu.

Full-Time & Part-Time Chef Required – Croydon We are a small, independent food shop in Croydon looking for a reliable and experienced breakfast chef to join our team. About the Role: This is a one-person kitchen, so you must be capable of managing everything on your own. You’ll be responsible for food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and ensuring quality control. We’re looking for both full-time and part-time positions. Requirements: Proven experience as a chef or cook. Ability to run a kitchen independently. Good time management and organisational skills. Reliability and a strong work ethic. exp in English breakfasts etc If you’re passionate about food and confident running a kitchen solo, we’d love to hear from you.

Early starts and evenings off. Working with fresh food, nothing frozen. Prepping for what you need that day and wasting nothing. Experience with dough and pizza necessary, as is use of a meat slicer. It's a small kitchen with a well-formed, friendly team. The successful applicant must be able to work Friday-Sunday with 6am starts. 20-30 hours a week. An easy commute to SE21 is imperative. You must be knowledgeable in Italian cooking - know the difference between burrata & mozzarella, coppa & salami.

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for preparing and cooking our menu to a high standard, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and ensuring consistency in every dish served. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook all menu items including brunch dishes and lunch offerings., • Carry out daily prep to ensure efficient service during busy periods., • Assist with managing stock levels, rotating stock to minimise waste., • Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in line with health & safety standards., • Work closely with the front of house team to ensure smooth service., • Contribute ideas for menu development and specials. About You • Experience in a café, coffee shop, or similar kitchen environment., • Confident cooking eggs and brunch-style dishes to order., • Strong prep skills and an organised approach to kitchen work., • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is preferred)., • Positive, can-do attitude and a team player., • Ability to work under pressure during busy periods., • Must be able to work weekends. What We Offer • Competitive pay based on experience., • 28 days paid holiday., • Daytime hours – no late nights., • A supportive and friendly work environment., • Opportunity to contribute to menu development., • Staff meals and discounts., • Service Charge + Tips

We are looking for experienced pizza chef with at least 2 years experience with wood fired oven for our Italian pizzeria The ideal candidate needs to have proven experience with Italian pizzas (and pinzas) both gas and wood fire oven. We offer excellent salary between £16 and £17 plus cash tips per hour, pension, 43-45hours per week, paid holiday and weekends off on rotation. Part time also available (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) The Ideal candidate is organized, clean, responsible and a team player.

Duties: • Examines food stuffs from suppliers to ensure quality, • Plans menus, prepares, seasons and cooks food stuffs or oversees their preparation and monitors the quality of finished dishes, • Supervises, organises and instructs kitchen staff and manages the whole kitchen or an area of the kitchen, • Ensures relevant hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained within the kitchen, • Plans and co-ordinates kitchen work such as fetching, clearing and cleaning of equipment and utensils.

As a Chef de Partie, you would be working on a variety of stations. responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the guests through preparation, cooking and food presentation. Takes leadership role during the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.. Must adhere to all sanitation regulations and requirements and also responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items and equipment. 1. Able to organise the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders., 2. Able to prepare and sells food within recommended time frames to meet Guest expectations., 3. Able to operate kitchen equipment like braising pan, baking ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers., 4. Able to produce quality product in a timely and efficient manner for the guests or staff., 5. Responsible to maintain cleanliness, sanitation at the assigned work area., 6. Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by the recipe and to specification.

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🍃 Chef de Partie – Fern, Bart & Taylor Co. 📍 East Croydon | 💸 Up to £2ph service charge | 🍴 All-day dining concept Fern is a stylish, premium restaurant built around fresh, seasonal sharing plates — open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch, and a banging Sunday roast. We’re part of Bart & Taylor Co., a growing group of award-winning boutique bars and restaurants across London and the North. We're looking for a reliable, passionate CDP who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves good food, and plates with pride. 🔥 Why join us? • Up to £2ph service charge, • Free meals on shift, • Discounted food and drinks for you + your mates, • 28 days’ holiday (Pro Rata), • Expert training + real progression, • 30 seconds from East Croydon Station

Your Role: As a Chef & FOH Team Member, you’ll be a key part of Wild Tiger’s day-to-day operations. One moment you might be plating up curry or frying dumplings; the next, you’re chatting with customers, taking orders, and sharing our story. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook Wild Tiger’s signature Thai dishes to spec and high standards Set up and pack down cooking and serving stations at Boxpark Croydon Handle customer orders with energy and friendliness Maintain cleanliness and food hygiene standards Take payments and manage queues efficiently Be an ambassador for the Wild Tiger brand Support the team wherever needed — kitchen, counter, or logistics

About Us: We are an exciting, high-volume Mexican restaurant known for bold flavours, vibrant atmosphere, and top-tier hospitality. We are now looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team as we continue to grow and deliver exceptional dining experiences. The Role: As Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene. This is a fast-paced, high-volume environment serving up to 300 covers daily, so strong leadership, calm under pressure, and efficient organisation are essential. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes Oversee food preparation, stock control, ordering, and waste management Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff Maintain excellent standards of hygiene and health & safety compliance Work with the management team to develop seasonal and promotional menus Manage kitchen budgets and control food costs effectively Requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience as a Head Chef in the UK, ideally in a high-volume setting Strong background in Mexican cuisine or a proven passion for Latin American flavours Excellent leadership and team management skills Experience in managing a kitchen capable of handling 300+ covers Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance standards Ability to remain calm, efficient, and positive under pressure Creativity and a commitment to quality and innovation What We Offer: Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses Opportunity to shape the menu and influence the direction of the kitchen Supportive management team and a positive working environment Career progression opportunities within a growing brand

We are seeking a skilled and creative Chef with strong knowledge and hands-on experience in Turkish cuisine, particularly traditional Turkish breakfast and brunch. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Turkish ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation. You will be responsible for developing, preparing, and presenting high-quality dishes that celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Turkey.

Italian chef with experience for well established Italian restaurant in south London

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Exciting Opportunities for Sous Chefs, and Chef de Partie at Filoxenia - Bromley South Are you a passionate and talented chef with at least 4 years of experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Filoxenia, a brand-new Greek bistro in Bromley South, is now open and we are on the lookout for dedicated Sous Chefs, and Chefs de Partie to join our team immediately! About Us: At Filoxenia, we believe in bringing the authentic flavors of Greece to Bromley South. Our bistro will offer a warm and welcoming environment where guests can enjoy delicious Greek cuisine prepared with love and care. What We Offer: Competitive Salary: £32k to £45k based on experience Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid time off under contract Free Meals: Complimentary meals during your shifts Dining Discount: 50% discount for your friends dining in our premises Requirements: Minimum of 4 years of experience in a professional kitchen A passion for Greek cuisine and culinary excellence Strong leadership skills for sous chef roles Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene If you are ready to bring your culinary skills to Filoxenia and be part of an exciting new venture, we want to hear from you! Apply Now: Send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and passion for Greek cuisine. Join us at Filoxenia and help us create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.