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Supports kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, assisting with cooking, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. Ensures food is prepared to quality and safety requirements, helps with stock rotation, and works as part of a team to deliver efficient service.

Description Breakfast Chef Located in leafy Barnes, The Bridge is a welcome respite from London's bustle. A friendly local, we welcome you for a leisurely weekday lunch or cosy dinner in front of the open fire in our historic Boathouse Dining Room. Renowned for our hearty Sunday roasts, good quality local ales as well as our craft beer selection, our menus are brimming with fresh ingredients and home cooked treats. Our walled beer garden, and restaurant are available for wedding and event hire, as are our eight boutique bedrooms. What we offer our Breakfast Chef: Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work. Access to our culinary masterclasses to sharpen your skills , and development towards CDP 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms Weekly pay Free meals Sharesave Scheme Company Pension 28 days holiday per year What we look for in a Breakfast Chef: We’re looking for a strong and motivated Breakfast Chef to join our small, fun team at our 8-room pub hotel in Barnes. You’ll be serving both our hotel guests and walk-ins, helping them start their day the right way with great food and warm hospitality. The role includes setting up the kitchen for service, assisting with lunch and prep, and maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance. If you’re passionate about quality breakfasts and enjoy working in a friendly, growing pub restaurant, we’d love to hear from you! As a breakfast chef we are looking for you to: Be an active hands-on person with a passion to work hard as part of a team Have high standards and a great work ethic Show willingness to learn new skills; be an active team player with excellent communication skills Working alongside your kitchen team; you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to deliver top quality service Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills to complete day to day tasks Thanks for your interest in working with Young’s. If you would like to be part of our team, apply now!

WE DO NOT OFFER VISA. PLEASE DON'T APPLY IN YOU DON'T HAVE A PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN A CREPERIE. After countless years with us, our amazing chef has decided to move on to new horizons. We are therefore looking for a new chef to take the lead in our kitchen. If you are looking for a new challenge, this might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Location: La Petite Bretagne, 5 Beadon road, W6 0EA Contract : Full time Reports to : General Manager / Owner What you’ll do: • Prepare and cook authentic French crêpes and galettes., • Create seasonal specials and help refine our menu., • Keep food quality, presentation, and taste consistently excellent., • Order ingredients, manage inventory, and minimize waste., • Lead and train kitchen staff (3 members), ensuring teamwork and good communication., • Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards., • Work closely with management to ensure smooth daily service. What we’re looking for: • Experience as a crepier in a traditional French creperie., • Experience in recruitment and training., • Strong skills in French crêpe-making and a love for French cuisine., • A team player with a positive attitude and leadership qualities., • Good organizational and time management skills., • Ability to cope with stress in a busy environment., • Attention to detail and pride in your work., • Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain one)., • Ability to speak French is a plus. What’s in it for you: • Gross salary of £30,000., • Service charge (around £1,000 per month)., • Bonus on sales (on average £600 per month)., • On average a monthly net salary around £3,400., • Free meal on shift., • You are responsible for the kitchen rota so you decide when you work (5 shifts per week)., • Kitchen closes at 21h30 so no Uber at 2am! If you love the idea of making people happy through food — and you can flip a perfect crêpe — we’d love to hear from you!

We are looking for a Resident Chef responsible for designing, preparing, and executing a seasonal menu inspired by Puglia’s culinary heritage, presented with a modern and creative touch. This role requires deep knowledge of local ingredients, traditional techniques, and a strong sense of storytelling through food. You will collaborate closely with our hospitality teams to curate unforgettable experiences — from intimate farm-to-table dinners and wine pairing suppers to hands-on cooking workshops and culinary residencies for visiting chefs. Our mission is to celebrate Puglia’s culinary heritage — its humble ingredients, seasonal rhythms, and artisanal mastery — while presenting it through a modern, creative lens for an international audience. For this reason, we are seeking a Puglian-born Chef who embodies the values of authenticity, craftsmanship, and innovation — someone capable of transforming the simplicity of rural life into an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Key Responsibilities • Menu Creation: Design and execute seasonal menus that reflect the depth and simplicity of Puglia’s culinary tradition in a modern way., • Local Sourcing: Build close relationships with local farmers, cheesemakers, fishermen, and artisans to source ingredients that honor the land., • Culinary Storytelling: Guide guests through Puglia’s flavors and traditions with passion, offering insight into ingredients, techniques, and history., • Event Collaboration: Participate in private dinners, curated events, and international culinary showcases representing the essence of Puglia., • Team Leadership: Manage daily kitchen operations and mentor staff with respect for craftsmanship and precision., • Sustainability: Uphold responsible sourcing, reduce waste, and promote the ethical values that define southern Italian hospitality. Ideal Candidate • Native of Puglia, with an intimate understanding of its food culture and terroir., • Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in fine dining, boutique hospitality, or culinary residencies., • Creative and visionary, with the ability to reimagine classic Puglian dishes in refined, contemporary form., • Deep knowledge of local ingredients, traditional preservation methods, and regional wines., • Excellent communication in Italian and conversational English, with the ability to connect with guests through storytelling and food, • Passionate about sharing the identity of Puglia with the world. What We Offer • The opportunity to work in a restored countryside estate surrounded by olive trees, vineyards, and the Mediterranean landscape., • A chance to shape the culinary heart of an ambitious new hospitality project., • Creative freedom to develop menus, collaborations, and guest experiences that reflect your vision., • Participation in culinary events and residencies both in Italy and abroad. How to Apply Please send your CV, portfolio (with images or menu samples), and a brief letter describing your vision of what “Modern Puglia Cuisine” means to you to.

We’re on the lookout for someone who knows their way around a grill and loves making great burgers! Join the team at Patty & Sauce (West Ealing, W13) — a local burger joint serving fresh, made-to-order food with real flavour. What we need: Someone experienced in cooking or assembling burgers Fast, clean, and reliable worker Team player with good attitude and energy Full-time or part-time available

We seek a creative, passionate, enthusiastic chef to join our team. What we are looking for is: An experienced chef who can work well under pressure. Preparing the food for cooking. Resolving any issue with vendors promptly. We are offering a Full -Time position for brunch hours only. Must have experience on running the pass .

Responsibilities Cook and assemble burgers, fries, and sides to high standards Maintain clean, safe kitchen operations Manage food prep, stock rotation, and temperature checks Support menu development and help train new team members Ensure all dishes meet Blaze N Shakes’ quality and consistency standards Experience required: Previous grill, burger, or fast-casual kitchen experience preferred Ability to work under pressure and maintain speed during peak hours

Hiring: Experienced Pide & Lahmacun Chef We are looking for a skilled and passionate Pide & Lahmacun Chef to join our team! Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook traditional Turkish pide and lahmacun to a high standard, • Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation in every dish, • Ensure kitchen cleanliness and food safety at all times, • Work efficiently during busy service hours Requirements: • Proven experience making authentic Turkish pide and lahmacun, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Strong attention to detail and passion for Turkish cuisine, • Reliability and teamwork We Offer: • Competitive pay (based on experience), • Friendly and professional working environment, • Opportunity to showcase your culinary skills

We are looking for a chef with passion. Responsibilities : -Prepping food -Cooking side dishes -Cooking steaks -Cleaning sections -Have fun

We’re Vilamoura, cafe & restaurant. English breakfasts and Portuguese and Brazilian cuisines. Based in W3 Acton West London. Role: We are looking for a chef that specialises in Mediterranean/ Portuguese cuisines (And can make awesome English Breakfasts) -permanent position -must have right to work in the UK -must have relevant experience minimum of 2 year of professional cooking but are still happy to teach if not. Competitive Salary (£27k +) It would be a plus if you can speak Portuguese but it’s not required.

Chef for a Sport Club in Thames Ditton needed The hours are pretty much set and in the region of 30 a week. It suits someone looking for an extra income Thursday from 4pm-8:30pm Friday 5pm-8:30pm Saturday 10am-8pm Sunday 8am-5pm More hours available if needed Pay is £14-£15 per week Duties Cooking the club menu (burgers, wraps, fries, kids food). The menu is fairly easy. During the week the club is not very busy unless there is a special event. Saturdays and Sundays are the match days so it get much busier. The club is quiet during school holidays. Kitchen closes over Christmas for around 2 weeks Kitchen is small and sometimes it will be a solo shift, like on Thursdays for example. Requirements Someone who has maybe pub or busy café experience. Must be committed, professional and reliable. Must be available to start immediately

Duties and Responsibilities: • Work in tandoor (clay oven) which includes food preparation in tandoori style with special marination., • Plan and review the menu with the chef and manager., • Order food supply as required and assist the curry chef in the preparation., • Prepare and marinate vegetables for cooking in the tandoor., • Prepare Dough and bake Indian roti, phulka, varieties of naan, parathas, tikka, kulcha and many more special foods using tandoor skills., • Monitor and adjust the temperature of the tandoor oven to ensure proper cooking., • Supervise and instruct kitchen staff., • Plan and supervise kitchen work such as cleaning the equipment and utensils., • Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are maintained at all times., • Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate the timing of dishes cooked in the tandoor with other menu items., • Maintain inventory of tandoor ingredients and notify management when supplies are running low., • Clean and maintain the tandoor oven and surrounding work area. Skills/Qualifications/Experience: • Strong understanding of food safety regulations, • Demonstrated expertise in operating and maintaining a clay tandoor oven, including managing optimal heat levels for consistent cooking., • Proficient in preparing a range of tandoori dishes, including naan, roti, parathas, kulchas, kebabs, tikka, paneer, and other regional specialities., • Practical knowledge of Indian marination techniques, spice blends, and traditional flavour balancing., • Competence in record-keeping and temperature monitoring in compliance with health inspection requirements., • Relevant Bachelor or Master degree., • Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Tandoori Chef in a reputable Indian restaurant., • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, • Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and consistency at all times.

We are looking for an experienced chef , reliable, with cooking skills , clean and tidy

Full-Time Italian Head Chef (London, W6) We are an authentic Italian deli restaurant in London, looking for a skilled and passionate Italian Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This is a full-time position, perfect for an experienced chef with a deep understanding of Italian cuisine and culture. Key Responsibilities: • Overseeing all kitchen operations, including food preparation and presentation., • Creating and maintaining authentic Italian dishes using traditional techniques., • Ensuring health, safety, and hygiene standards are strictly followed., • Managing food stock levels, inventory, and cost control., • Training and supervising kitchen staff to maintain high standards of Italian culinary traditions., • Designing menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and regional Italian flavors., • Collaborating with management to enhance the dining experience. Requirements: • Native or fluent knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture., • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in an Italian restaurant., • Expertise in authentic Italian cooking techniques and recipes., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Thorough knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Creativity and attention to detail in menu development and food presentation. Details: • Location: London, • Hours: Full-time, • Salary: Competitive, starting from £40,000 per year, depending on experience and skills. If you are an Italian chef with a passion for authentic cuisine and are ready to bring your expertise to our kitchen, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter. Join us and lead our kitchen in delivering the true taste of Italy in London!

We’re looking for a Pizza Chef to join our team! You’ll be making fresh dough, prepping toppings, and cooking delicious pizzas to order. The role includes keeping the kitchen clean, working with the team, and making sure every pizza looks and tastes great

THE DOUGH SHACK Full-time roles available. The Dough Shack sells Wood-Fired Pizza from our converted vans across Surrey and have a kitchen space in Thames Ditton. We are a young company which has recently expanded and needs catering help. We are open 7 days a week and applicants need to be available to work on any of these days. We will always aim to give employees 2 consecutive days off throughout the week and often full-time staff will only be required to work 4 longer days to make up their full-time hours in the week, giving them 3 days off. Full-time Role: We are looking for someone to help with preparation, cooking and serving of food as well as dealing with customers. Additional daily tasks include the making and preparing of dough and food preparation. Previous catering experience, especially in pizza, is preferable but not a must. Full training for pizza making can be provided. 21 years old+ We want people who are prepared to work hard and learn the role quickly. A full clean driving license is a MUST. An average of 42 hours per week. In return we offer a competitive hourly rate and a clear pay rise structure. Job Types: Full-time Salary: £13-£15.50 per hour Work Remotely • No

NEW PIZZERIA BRAND NEW KITCHEN AND EQUIPMENT MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE as a Pizza Chef (minimum 1 year) - stretching /topping/managing the oven £13-16 per hour (depending on experience) 35-40 hours a week 2 days off shifts - 10 to 5pm & 5 till close (10/11pm) kitchen team 7 people Pizza and Pasta Restaurant within a privately owned restaurant group operating for over 30 years working with a well known Italian Executive Chef in London Pizza - 12inch, thin, crispy (New York style) Working with fresh dough and pizza new team, and looking for enthusiastic team members passionate about cooking and seasonal flavours

Vori is Holland Park’s Modern Greek Taverna, serving seasonal & soulful Greek Plates & Wine. You will join a tightly-knit hospitality team that knows how to deliver exceptional hospitality and great flavours. We are looking for a solid, highly motivated and team-playing Commis Chef willing to learn and push their boundaries to join an independent Greek restaurant with an emphasis on working with fresh seasonal produce & ingredients across all sections, including our charcoal oven. Most importantly you love to cook! Our team is small so you should be a good team player, disciplined, calm & effective during busy service. The role will depend on your experience and the value you add to the team. We will compensate you according to your experience. -Mondays always off -48hrs/week -Service charge is shared equitably among all members of the team. -The right to work in the UK is an pre-condition for employment.

Kitchen Assistant / Production Chef – Part-Time with Progression to Full-Time Location: Chessington, Surrey Pay: £12.21 per hour negotiable Hours: 24 - 40hours per week or more if required (day shifts, Monday to Friday) Start Date: Immediate This is not a summer job. We are looking for someone interested in ongoing work, with the potential to grow into a full-time, permanent role towards the end of the year. This role is not suitable for students seeking seasonal or short-term summer employment. About the Role: Ralph’s is an award-winning artisan food producer based in Chessington. We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant / Chef to join our small, friendly production kitchen team. Previous production kitchen experience is required, this is not a job for previous take away chefs. Main Duties: Food prep, baking, cooking packaging and Labelling products General kitchen cleaning Washing up Assisting with deliveries (if you have a UK driving licence) What We Offer: Opportunity to work with a chef with 10+ Great Taste Awards and an amazing team Flexible hours (minimum 24 hours/week), with the potential for the right candidate to become full time Free on-site training Free sampling of new recipes Clear path to full-time, permanent work Small, supportive team Free parking and staff discounts Requirements: Right to work in the UK Willingness to learn and work as part of a team Kitchen, catering, production kitchen experience is essential Driving licence is helpful but not required If you’re looking for stable, long-term work with the chance to grow in a dynamic food business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start building your future with Ralph’s. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Freelance, Zero hours contract Benefits: Employee discount On-site parking Work Location: In person

Vori is Holland Park’s Modern Greek Taverna, serving seasonal & soulful Greek Plates & Wine. You will join a tightly-knit hospitality team that knows how to deliver exceptional hospitality and great flavours. We are looking for a solid, team-playing CDP that has experience working with Greek and/or Eastern Mediterranean food in an independent restaurant environment with an emphasis on working with fresh seasonal produce & ingredients across all sections, including our charcoal oven. Most importantly you love to cook! Our team is small so you should be a good team player, disciplined, calm & effective during busy service. The role will depend on your experience and the value you add to the team. We will compensate you according to your experience. -Mondays always off -48hrs/week -Service charge is shared equitably among all members of the team. -The right to work in the UK is an pre-condition for employment.

Position only available to candidates with a UK work permit. Our aim has been to create a relaxed and welcoming restaurant, without pretence or fuss, serving fresh, seasonal, quality Italian food to the highest standard, with some ingredients grown onsite in our kitchen garden. We’re seeking a talented junior Sous Chef to join our team with experience in fine Italian food (no pizza on the menu). What we’re looking for: is passion for cooking with a desire to develop your knowledge and culinary skills further. Ability to lead & teach a team where consistently great food is the focus. Thrives under pressure with a positive can-do attitude. Hard working and reliable with an excellent work ethic. Team player who loves to help and offer support to your teammates. Always strives for excellence and consistency. Has a minimum of 1 years experience as a Sous Chef or higher in a similar establishment. Can demonstrate knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures. Experience working with fresh ingredients is essential. Good communication skills. Benefits: Flexible rota Closed Sunday evening & Monday. Fantastic opportunities for career growth and development. Pension scheme. Meals when on duty. Staff Discounts. Share of tips. Beyond skills we are looking for heart and personality with a real passion for hospitality. If this sounds like you, please get in touch.

Chef de Partie – The Broadcaster, White City Join our vibrant pub & rooftop dining space at the heart of White City! We’re on the lookout for a talented Chef de Partie who’s passionate about great food, thrives under pressure, and loves being part of a team. What you’ll do: Cook and plate every dish to perfection Keep your section prepped, clean & organised Support smooth, high-energy services Perks include: Staff meals & discounts across our venues Team trips & incentives Wagestream access + referral rewards Bring your energy, focus & flair – apply now!