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We are looking for experience Malaysian chef to join our team immediately. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook traditional Malaysian dishes. Work with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards. Assist with inventory and menu planning. Requirements: Proven experience in Malaysian cuisine. Ability to work in a team and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. Full-time right to work in UK. Strong kitchen maintenance and organizational skills. Benefits: Competitive salary.

We are currently seeking a passionate and motivated Commis or Che de Partie chef who is eager to learn, develop their skills, and advance to the next level. We are looking for a skilled, creative chef with a strong work ethic, attention to hygiene, organization, and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a small, dedicated team, leading by example. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a new and growing restaurant that values progression, professionalism, and a positive work environment. Our cuisine combines African, British, and Caribbean flavors with a contemporary style. The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements: • Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety certification, • PPE, safety shoes, chef hat, uniform, and apron, • Basic kitchen operation knowledge, • Right to work in the UK, • Flexibility to work 5 days a week, including weekends and evenings, • Basic knife skills and a willingness to learn, • Positive attitude and good time management skills Key duties include assisting the head chef with daily preparations, maintaining hygiene standards, learning the menu and recipes, and working professionally to meet customer expectations. If you are passionate about cooking and looking to grow within a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a warm, organised, and passionate Nursery Chef to join our team. In this role, you’ll play an important part in our children’s day by preparing healthy, tasty meals and snacks that meet dietary needs and follow our nursery’s food guidelines. What you’ll do: Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children daily Follow all dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural needs Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and well-organised Follow food hygiene, safety, and allergy procedures Work closely with nursery staff to plan menus and support mealtimes Maintain stock levels and order supplies when needed What we’re looking for: Someone reliable, friendly, and passionate about cooking for children Good understanding of healthy eating and allergy awareness Ability to work independently and manage your time well A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain it)

Chinese chef with full experience, super cook, available in the evenings location Dagenham

Join our team at a boutique restaurant offering a unique dining experience with a focus on Hyderabadi cuisine. We are seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about food and hospitality. Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring the highest quality standards are met., • Assist in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment., • Collaborate with the team to develop and refine menu offerings., • Provide exceptional customer service and ensure guest satisfaction. Requirements: • Prior experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting is preferred., • Strong attention to detail and a passion for culinary excellence., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. Join us for a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a growing restaurant and develop your skills in the culinary arts.

Job Summary We are looking for a freelance chef with 2+ years experience to join our chilli jams & hot sauces company. Ideally you have experience managing several cooking workstreams at once, from food prep to having several pots on the hob at once. We are looking for someone that is interested in consistent but flexible work, with 6-10 hour shifts at least twice per week, and who is interested in growing to manage a team of other chefs or sous chefs. About Us • Beautiful sunlit kitchen space right by Hackney Wick station, • A chilli jam & hot sauces company that is 26 years old with award-winning recipes, • Small but passionate & fun team

Role | Kitchen Porter (Multiple Locations) • Weekdays and weekend shifts (must be available to work at least 3 weekdays/week), • Hard-working Kitchen Porters to assist our cooks in keeping our kitchen spotless, • Washing all cookware and equipment used by chefs, • Washing bowls, tongs and dressing bottles used for serving our salads, • Keeping team members stocked up with clean, dry equipment, • Assisting with short daily deep cleaning tasks in the kitchen, • Reporting to the Kitchen Manager Expectations | Efficiency, Reliability, Strong Work Ethic • Strong work ethic to keep the kitchen running smoothly during busy service periods, • Turning up on time for shift, • Adaptability to assist with a variety of tasks, including simple food prep if necessary, • Respect for team members and managers Experience Requirements | Previous experience desired, but not required • Ideally, you will have some experience working in a kitchen/cleaning role, • Experience/readiness to work in a fast-paced environment Compensation | £12.25 per hour • 28 days of paid time off, • £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus - bring your mates on board and get rewarded for it!, • Free lunch or dinner from The Salad Project when you work over 6 hours, • Epic team socials - from store birthday bashes to name days and company-wide events, we love a good celebration!, • Exciting career growth opportunities - we’re expanding, and we love to promote from within! Your next big step could be just around the corner

Nora is not your typical Turkish restaurant. Brought to life by brothers Ozgur and Sidar Akyuz, Nora is a refreshing and free-spirited take on Turkish cuisine, built on the vibrancy of Anatolian small plates, the best of British produce and a no-rules, no-dogma approach to creativity. This is a restaurant where hospitality leads the way, where every dish tells a story of heritage and innovation, and where the energy of Canary Wharf meets the warmth of Istanbul’s kitchens. About the role. We are looking for an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team at Nora, Canary Wharf. Nora is rooted in Turkish heritage, with a vision to elevate the food, culture, and experience we bring to our guests. This role is perfect for a chef who wants to take the next step in their career, grow into a leadership role, and help shape something truly special. You’ll be working in a kitchen that values creativity, respect, teamwork, curiosity, learning, and passion — all while cooking with exceptional produce and delivering food that inspires. Responsibilities. ·Working alongside the Head Chef to lead, support, and motivate the wider kitchen team. ·Leading by example and creating a positive, respectful, and collaborative culture. ·Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the finest seasonal and authentic ingredients. ·Ensuring every dish meets Nora’s standards and reflects our elevated Turkish identity. ·Keeping control and focus during busy services while maintaining consistency and quality. ·Overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, checklists, and organisation. ·Collaborating with restaurant management to enhance the overall guest experience. Requirements. ·Previous experience in a professional, high-quality restaurant environment is essential. ·A genuine drive to grow as a leader, develop your skills, and help create something unique.

Role Overview The Pasta Chef will be responsible for creating a variety of fresh pasta daily, preparing pasta dishes during service, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. This role requires strong technical skills, creativity, discipline, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and produce a full range of fresh pasta (filled, long, short, gnocchi, etc.) to the restaurant’s standards., • Execute pasta dishes during service with precision, speed, and consistency., • Develop new pasta shapes and recipes in collaboration with the Head Chef., • Ensure all mise en place is completed to a high standard before each service., • Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards., • Monitor stock levels, manage ordering needs, and minimise waste., • Ensure equipment and workspaces are maintained in excellent condition., • Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver smooth, timely service., • Train and support junior kitchen staff when required. Requirements • Minimum 5 years of professional experience working specifically with fresh pasta in a high-quality restaurant., • Exceptional pasta-making skills, including dough preparation, shaping, rolling, and cooking techniques., • Strong understanding of Italian culinary traditions and flavour profiles., • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining excellent standards., • Reliable, organised, and committed to consistent quality., • Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

We are looking for a full time Commis Pastry Chef and a Full Time Commis Savoury Chef to be responsible for assisting in the crafting of delicious desserts and confectionery, as well as savoury items and pastry based delicacies. You should be passionate about baking and hard working. To be successful in this role you must be well-versed in the culinary arts and adhere to strict standards of hygiene and cleanliness. Savoury Commis Chef Responsibilities: • Assisting the Head Savoury Chef with the operating and management of the savoury section of the kitchen and liaising with the Head Chef to ensure a successful working environment., • Preparing ingredients and handling cooking and other kitchen equipment., • Creating savoury goods by following a set recipe., • -Ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations. Pasrty Commis Chef Responsibilities: • Assisting the Head Baker with the operating and management of the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the Head Chef to ensure a successful working environment., • Preparing ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment., • Creating pastries, baked goods, and confections, by following a set recipe., • -Ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations. Savoury Commis Chef Requirements: • 2 or more years in the industry, • Working knowledge of cooking techniques and the savoury-making process., • In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition., • Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment. Pastry Chef Requirements: • 2 or more years in the industry, • Working knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process., • In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition., • Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment. There will be 3 stages: Interview with HR, Interview with Head Chefs | Reference Check and Trial Thank you.

(Canary Wharf: E14) Part-time – 2 days per week (~8 hours total) Maya Lake Looking for a private cook to assist with meal prepping twice a week for one professional individual with a very particular/picky palate. you will be cooking in a studio, ability to adapt and convenient space saving/ storage smart packing etc is a requirement. RESPONSIBILITIES: 🛒 Grocery shopping ahead of each session 🔪 Complete mise en place 🍳 Meal prepping & cooking for: – Breakfast (e.g., Overnight oats, smoothie prep, protein-based breakfasts, etc.) – Snacks – Lunch – Dinner – Dessert /Pastry 📚 Following, organising, and adapting recipes 🍽️ Ability to make healthy, nutritious food genuinely tasty—and convincing enough to be enjoyed consistently 📦 Storing meals properly in neat, labelled containers 🧽 Cleaning, organising, sorting, and keeping the kitchen spotless 🗂️ Following any S.O.Ps (Standard Operating Procedures) when working within a private home 🧠 Minimising waste, problem-solving, and maintaining a high standard of hygiene FOOD KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: 🍜 Experience with multiple cuisines is ideal, but specialising in one or a few cuisines is absolutely fine 📖 Must be able to follow recipes well, 🔧 And confidently adapt, develop, or adjust dishes according to flavour preferences 🥗 Able to create balanced, nutritious, delicious meals 🌀 Can multitask and prepare multiple dishes simultaneously 👩‍⚕️ Nutritionist/Dietician background is a bonus AVAILABILITY & FLEXIBILITY: ⏰ Flexibility is essential—some days/hours may vary depending on schedule 📈 The hours and number of people to prep for may increase, based on: – Performance – Availability – Mutual agreement IDEAL SOMEONE: – Works full-time or part-time and wants an extra ~8 hours/week – Enjoys cooking or works professionally as a chef – Is organised, detail-oriented, clean, and efficient – Takes pride in customised, flavourful cooking Please get in touch with: • Photos of any dishes you’ve prepared., • CV, • A mini intro/brief about yourself Thank you

An exciting new opportunity has arisen We are on the lookout for a Junior Sous Chef to join our restaurant Méli-mélo by Florent Fabulas. Working at MÉLI-MÉLO will give you the opportunity to create high quality dishes using great produce and suppliers, working alongside great individuals and our down to earth team. We are committed to investing in our people and fostering a strong sense of family and mutual respect. We celebrate individuality and diversity within our team You will have opportunities to develop, progress and learn from our inspiring leaders, who encourage creativity and welcome new ideas. ·Fantastic opportunities for career growth and development Requirements of our Junior Sous Chef: ·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 ·Previous experience in a fast-paced kitchen with similar standards ·Always strives for excellence and consistency ·Thrives under pressure with a positive can-do attitude ·Hard working and reliable with an excellent work ethic ·Have a minimum of 1 years experience as a Junior Sous Chef or similar role in a similar establishment ·Demonstrate knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures ·Control of ordering, costing and stock ·Excellent communication skills You don’t need to be an expert as this will be covered in your induction and training programme. You just need to have passion, great work ethic, positive can-do attitude and a be a motivated team player!

We are seeking an experienced and creative Kitchen Consultant / Chef Consultant to help develop and elevate our culinary operations. This role is ideal for a professional chef who excels in menu development, recipe creation, kitchen setup, and hands-on training. Key Responsibilities: Menu Development: Create a well-structured, cost-effective, and concept-appropriate menu, including signature dishes, seasonal items, and specialty offerings. Recipe Creation & Standardization: Develop clear, consistent recipes with detailed preparation steps, portion sizes, and plating guidelines. Culinary Training: Provide one-on-one or team training on preparing each dish, including cooking techniques, ingredient handling, timing, and presentation. Kitchen Workflow Optimization: Assess current kitchen operations and recommend improvements for efficiency, safety, and quality control. Ingredient Sourcing & Costing: Guide the selection of suppliers, help with ingredient costing, and ensure recipes meet profit-margin targets. Quality Assurance: Establish standards for taste, presentation, prep work, and cleanliness to maintain a consistent dining experience. Operational Support: Assist with menu launches, kitchen organization, and developing prep lists or station guides. Qualifications: Proven experience as a chef, culinary consultant, or kitchen trainer. Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, menu engineering, and kitchen management. Ability to teach and communicate clearly, even to beginners. Creativity with food presentation and recipe development. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Ideal Candidate: A chef who is passionate about teaching, innovative in the kitchen, and capable of turning a culinary vision into a well-executed, profitable menu.

About PZAZA PZAZA is not your average pizza joint. We're serving up globally inspired, flavour-loaded pizzas with bold toppings like oxtail & jerk chicken. What started as an exclusive, Instagram-only drop model is now evolving into a physical space where walk-ins, collection, and street flavour meet. We're building something special—and we need the right team to help level up. We’re now looking for a reliable, fast, and detail-oriented Pizza Prep & Assembly Cook to join our core kitchen team. What You’ll Be Doing 1. Prepping dough, sauces, and toppings for service, 2. Assembling pizzas with precision and consistency, 3. Running the oven and making sure each pizza hits the PZAZA standard, 4. Working closely with kitchen leads and front-of-house team to stay on pace, 5. Assisting with setup and clean down of the shop daily, 6. Ensuring your station stays clean, stocked, and smooth under pressure You Need To Be 1. Fast, focused, and clean under pressure, 2. Comfortable with high-volume prep and service, 3. Able to adapt from a ghost kitchen vibe to customer-facing energy, 4. Detail-oriented — our flavours are bold, but our standards are tight, 5. Has experience working in a kitchen (pizza/dough experience a plus) Why Work With PZAZA? • Be part of an exciting brand that’s on the rise, • Work in a team that values culture, quality and creativity, • Staff meals, perks and growth opportunities as we expand, • Your role matters – you're helping build the future of PZAZA from the ground up

INMEDIATE START We are looking for a PRIVATE CHEF with a well-equipped kitchen serving afternoon snacks and dinners to a friendly couple 5 days a week. Mon to Fri including weekend on a rota Looking for Chef ASAP. (knowledge of Nigerian Cuisine preferable) Key Responsibilities: • Responsible for the food plan, preparing, monitoring the quality of food, and ensuring consistency in offering a high standard of cuisine to the client, including menus change regularly and modern African cuisine geared to the seasons., • Attending to Uber eats,deliveroo drivers, • What we are looking for?, • NVQ level 2/3 or similar relevant industry experience and qualifications, • Proven experience, ideally within a high volume and quality, • Must have a valid certificate at Level 2 Food Hygiene, • Clean, neat, and methodical approach to work, • Able to work under pressure, • High standard of food hygiene, • A passionate individual, • SPECIFICATION, • 37.50 hours per week, • Salary £22,000 GPA, • Start date ASAP, • Other requirements:, • Have the right to work in the UK, • English speaker, • DBS check

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Pizza Chef to join our kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking pizzas to the highest standard, managing your station, maintaining hygiene, and contributing to menu development and kitchen efficiencies. Prepare and hand-stretch pizzas Make fresh sauces and prepare toppings (vegetables, meats, cheeses). Operate the pizza oven and ensure pizzas are cooked perfectly. Monitor food stock, assist with ordering, control waste and ensure cost-effectiveness. Maintain a clean, organised and safe cooking station; comply with food hygiene, health & safety standards. Work with the kitchen team, assist with training/mentoring where needed, and contribute ideas for new pizzas/menu items. Be flexible with working hours, including evenings, weekends, and busy periods.

Chef de Partie – Elvet Steakhouse Location: Easr London | Full-Time Elvet Steakhouse is a premium dining destination serving top-quality steaks and modern cuisine. We’re looking for a skilled Chef de Partie to join our fast-paced kitchen team. What You’ll Do: • Cook and present dishes to a high standard, • Work across multiple kitchen stations Support the Executive Chef and team • Keep calm under pressure and adapt quickly What We’re After: Experience in busy kitchens preferable Flexible, team player with initiative Passion for quality and consistency Why Join Us: Competitive pay Career growth opportunities Work with premium ingredients in a dynamic environment immediate start

Join our team as an Assistant Chef where you'll collaborate closely with the main chef to prepare a variety of authentic Indian dishes. This role requires someone with prior experience in cooking Indian cuisine. Responsibilities include: • Assisting in the preparation and cooking of Indian dishes., • Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace., • Following recipes and presentation specifications., • Ensuring food safety and quality standards are met. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual who is passionate about Indian cooking and eager to contribute to our high standards of culinary excellence.

We are looking to hire an established Pizza Chef for this great brand for our new opening in Stratford. Please do not apply if you have not had good experience in making pizza as your application will be rejected. On target earnings for this role are over £16 - £18.50 per hour! Straight from Italy, comes Matteo Aloe’s celebrated sourdough pizza, which has been voted as one of the top 5 pizzas in the world. You will be able to: · Have a passion for food and willingness to learn · Have a basic level of conversational English (and ability to learn essential English for safety training) · Demonstrate a good working knowledge of food and cooking techniques · Show you can learn quickly and make our pizza perfectly in a short period of time · Display high attention to service standards and detail · Confidently manage Health and Food Safety procedures ensuring that the kitchen is run safely daily · Legally work in the UK - Note that you must live in the UK prior to application as we will not issue any visas for this role We like to work with people who are: · Warm and friendly · Attentive and can anticipate our customers’ needs · Unflappable and will always find a solution · Respectful What we can offer you: Free organic sourdough pizza on shift and a generous discount when you are not working Training and progression opportunities with a growing business Pension Possibility of promotion soon as we have another site opening soon

The Sous Chef will work alongside the line chefs to ensure every dish is prepared to our high standards. The role is a leadership role but still requires you to be hands-on – perfect for someone who still loves cooking but wants to perfect their leadership skills. With such a large kitchen team, you are able to focus on each aspect of the role, so that when you are on section with the team you are focused on food quality and training and when you are on Pass you are fully focused on leading the team through a great service. Responsibilities: Ensuring correct prep levels by our dedicated prep team. Ensuring deliveries and stock are put away correctly by the Goods Receiver. Daily due diligence. Junior staff wellbeing. Checking cleaning rotas are completed Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations hygiene standards. Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence in execution. Assist with performance management of kitchen personnel. Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in maintaining a positive work environment. Requirements: Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment. Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity. Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Experience in working with a large kitchen team. Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and culinary techniques. A knowledge of GP and stock control. Ability to organise and direct many checks at once. Benefits & rewards: Competitive Industry pay (based on salary & Tronc). Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc. Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years. 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants. Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants. Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships. You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed! Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more. Join our kitchen team as Sous Chef and be a part of delivering exceptional dining experiences!

Job Description: Head Chef / Deli Manager Role Title: Head Chef / Deli Manager Reports To: Business Owner Location: Hackney Salary: £40k Focus: Operational management, food safety compliance, stock control, and active leadership on the service line. • Peak Service Leadership: Actively run the pass/service area during all peak trading hours. This includes controlling the flow of orders (in-house and Deliveroo), ensuring tickets are cleared efficiently, and setting the pace for the team., • Quality Control (QC): Actively check the temperature and presentation of all outgoing food against the Recipe Book and Assembly Instructions. Immediately correct any variances on the line., • Workflow Implementation: Directly enforce the planned Split Kitchen Strategy on busy days, ensuring the Front/Service line and the Back/Prep Kitchen communicate and operate efficiently., • HACCP & Food Safety: Act as the nominated Food Safety Lead. Ensure strict compliance with all UK Food Safety regulations, including temperature control (Fridges ≤5∘C), cross-contamination prevention, and proper storage., • Compliance Records: Full utilisation of the TRAIL APP., • System Implementation: Immediately implement and manage all new operational documentation, including the Daily Check Sheet, Open/Close Procedures, Recipe Book, and Kitchen Prep List., • Deep Clean Management: Oversee the initial professional deep clean and establish daily/weekly cleaning rotas to maintain standards across all areas (kitchen, prep spaces, public areas, and toilets)., • Stock Management: Control all stock, ordering, and deliveries. Enforce strict FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation across all fridges and dry stores to eliminate waste (especially perishables)., • Full utilisation of Seamless back office system., • Ordering & Supplier Relations: Use the Order List and Supplier List to negotiate best value and minimise complexity. Conduct Supplier Comparisons as part of a 2-6 month plan to optimise ingredient costs., • Waste Reduction: Directly address and eliminate the current issues of over-ordering and rotten food. Log and report all waste weekly., • Staff Development: Manage, motivate, and mentor the existing team (Chefs, Baristas, KPs). Cultivate a culture of high work ethic, accountability, and procedural adherence., • Performance Management: Address underperformance decisively (specifically the current issues with stock control, duty of care, and following instructions)., • Rota Management: Create efficient staff rotas to meet demand while controlling labour costs. USE ROTA APP., • Culture: While focusing on systems, the manager must ensure a professional environment that enables the Barista team to maintain the "on-brand chatty vibe." 3. Requirements & Experience • Experience: 2-5 years of relevant culinary experience, ideally at a Sous Chef level or higher, with demonstrable experience in managing and running a fast-paced service line., • Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of UK Food Safety/HACCP principles and documentation requirements., • Skills: Proven experience in stock management, inventory control, and cost reduction. Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Exceptional ability to multitask between cooking, delegation, and management., • Motivation: Must be driven by growth and profit margin improvement through meticulous operational control.