Hotel cook jobs in United Kingdom

Please Read Carefully MUST BE from 18 years old TO APPLY Location: WC1X9QE London Farringdon Travelodge Travelodge is expanding and we have over 570 hotels. We pride ourselves in giving all of our customers unbeatable value and a quality experience. By joining us as a Kitchen Bar Cafe Team Member, you will be a big part of making this happen. Your job will be to provide a warm and efficient service to our customers and to prepare food and drinks to Travelodge standard. You should be a friendly individual with a flexible ‘can do’ attitude. Due to the need to serve alcohol in this role, you will have to be over the age of 18 to apply. Typical shifts tend to be: Evenings: 5pm - 11pm and nights 23pm to 7:00 am . Subject to change during holiday season. At Travelodge, we value your attitude and character as much as your experience. The behaviours that are most important to us are Care About People, Attention to Detail and Drive for Results. We respect the contribution made by every employee and always try to recognise those who go ‘above and beyond’. 50% discount on rooms plus food and drink, as well as friends and family discount.

We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join the team at Bread Street Kitchen – Battersea. Bread Street Kitchen in the iconic Battersea Power Station is a bustling, large and breath-taking space - providing real round the clock dining and drinking - whether it's an early breakfast meeting, after work drinks or a large group dinner, this restaurant concept can do it all. What you do as a Chef de Partie: You pride yourself on running a section of the kitchen, preparing, cooking and presenting dishes, taking responsibility for all dishes coming out from your section and ensuring consistent presentation and memorable guest experiences You are confident in managing, training and passing on your Chef de Partie knowledge to the more junior members of the team You naturally enjoy building rapport with others You are eager to learn and you always push yourself to develop as a Chef de Partie You are keen to use your great cooking, organisational and time management skills, energy, confidence and passion for food to ensure the highest standards are consistently achieved. What we offer you: Competitive Pay Rate Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally including WSET Accreditation Levels 1-3 Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy 50% off Membership to CODE which includes unlimited access to industry offers across restaurants, bars and hotels Amazing family meals on duty If you have a passion for food and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class global restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process. At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.

Chef Wanted – Private Dining & Events Venue (London) Full-Time | 35+ Hours per Week | Flexible Schedule | Immediate Start We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our small, dynamic team at our unique private dining and events venue. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, seasonal food for a wide range of events – from intimate private dinners to large-scale canapé receptions. About the Role: This is a hands-on, creative role ideal for a chef who thrives in an ever-changing environment. We host: Private dining events (20–55 guests) for corporate functions, weddings, and special celebrations. Catering for up to 500 guests including canapés, bowl food, and bespoke event menus. A Friday & Saturday sophisticated bar menu that complements our cocktail service – think modern hotel lobby-style , vibrant flavours and small plates that are elegant and trending influences from the nightlife scene. You'll be working alongside one other chef and a kitchen porter. You must be confident running a section, managing prep and service, and contributing ideas to keep the menu exciting and aligned with current food trends. What We’re Looking For: Experienced chef with a background in events, fine dining, or upscale bar food. Confident creating beautiful, flavourful dishes with a focus on seasonality, presentation, and innovation. Comfortable with a flexible schedule — evenings and weekends are part of the role. Strong organisational skills and ability to communicate clearly with the team and front-of-house. Capable of managing tastings, meeting dietary requirements, and adapting menus for specific client needs. Willing to work independently and also as part of a close-knit team. What We Offer: 35 hours/week contract with flexibility to extend hours during peak periods. Opportunity to cook across a range of styles and formats – from tasting menus to large-scale events. Creative input on menus and food presentation. A supportive, collaborative environment focused on quality and guest experience. Interested? If you’re a creative, reliable chef who enjoys variety and delivering exceptional food in a beautiful setting, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.

Bacchanalia, situated in Berkley Square in Mayfair, is a culinary haven celebrated for its avant-garde approach to gastronomy, elegant ambiance, and commitment to culinary mastery. As a beacon of innovative dining, Bacchanalia offers a curated experience that fuses creativity with timeless elegance that is inspired by the ancient Greco-Roman feasts of old. Walking inside transports you to another world as you are surrounded by dazzling statues designed by Damien Hirst, as well as 2,000-year-old pieces. We are currently seeking a dedicated and ambitious Canteen Chef to join our kitchen brigade. As a Canteen chef, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the high culinary standards that define our restaurant’s reputation. If you possess a passion for precision in the kitchen, a deep understanding of culinary techniques, and a commitment to culinary excellence, we invite you to bring your culinary expertise to our esteemed establishment. Key Responsibilities: • Execute and oversee the preparation of dishes in your assigned section, ensuring quality and consistency., • Collaborate with the kitchen team to create and refine menu items, demonstrating creativity and innovation., • Maintain a clean and organized work station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards., • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring the smooth operation of the culinary team., • Assist in inventory management, ordering, and quality control of ingredients., • Contribute to menu development and bring ideas for continuous improvement. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Canteen Chef, Demi Chef de Partie, or a similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel., • Strong understanding of various cooking techniques and cuisines., • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality culinary standards., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Wagestream -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000 -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees -Employee Assistance Programme -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

Job Description - Senior Chef De Partie (UBA / Hart Shoreditch F&B) Location: Uba Shoreditch (part Hart Shoreditch, London) Reports to: Sous Chef / Head Chef About the Role We are seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at UBA, part of the Hart Shoreditch Hotel by Hilton Curio Collection. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious chef who thrives in a creative, fast-paced, and lifestyle-led environment. You’ll play a key role in delivering UBA’s distinctive pan-Asian dining experience, balancing bold flavours, beautiful presentation, and efficient execution, while supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chefs in maintaining excellence across all sections. The ideal candidate combines technical skill, consistency, and curiosity: someone passionate about learning, mentoring junior chefs, and contributing to menu development in a collaborative, forward-thinking kitchen. Key Responsibilities • Culinary Execution & Quality Control, • Lead your section confidently, ensuring every dish meets brand and quality standards., • Support menu implementation and contribute creative input for new dishes and specials., • Maintain strong mise-en-place discipline, ensuring readiness and organisation for every service., • Ensure all dishes are delivered to spec, on time, and with consistent presentation., • Operational Efficiency, • Uphold kitchen systems, prep sheets, and cleaning schedules for smooth day-to-day operations., • Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to manage prep levels, minimise waste, and maximise ingredient repurposing., • Support daily checks on stock, deliveries, and storage — ensuring FIFO rotation and adherence to food hygiene standards., • Ensure compliance with all HACCP, Health & Safety, and food hygiene protocols. Teamwork & Culture • Mentor and support Commis and Demi CDPs, fostering a learning and positive team environment., • Maintain open communication with FOH and BOH teams to ensure seamless service, • Uphold UBA’s culture of creativity, pride, and respect — leading by example during every shift., • Contribute to training sessions, tastings, and internal workshops to grow team knowledge and skill., • Represent UBA’s identity through presentation, energy, and guest-first mentality., • Support activations, events, and special menus in collaboration with the wider F&B and creative teams., • Bring attention to detail and enthusiasm for innovation, ensuring guests experience the best of UBA every time. Candidate Profile • Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior CDP in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen, ideally within a lifestyle hotel or modern Asian restaurant., • Excellent technical cooking skills, strong understanding of prep, sauces, and plating., • Organised, dependable, and calm under pressure., • Strong sense of teamwork and communication., • Genuine passion for pan-Asian flavours, presentation, and seasonal produce., • Knowledge of HACCP, allergens, and best-practice kitchen procedures., • Eager to grow and develop within a creative, dynamic, and evolving hospitality brand. WHY JOIN US At Hart Shoreditch, we combine contemporary design with generous, guest-first hospitality. As Head Bartender, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the heartbeat of our F&B offering, bringing flair, craft, and personality to every serve. You’ll have the space to experiment, collaborate, and grow within a team that values creativity, precision, and genuine connection.

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll lead by example making sure the team have everything they need so service runs like clockwork! You’ll support your team by encouraging and helping them to work well together, ensuring every dish served is of the highest standards. Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink. Additional Information We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why… You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as: The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career. Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount. Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter! Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank. Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them! Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens. Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more… As a Kitchen Team Leader, you will… Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations. Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors. Deputise for the management team and resolve any issues that arise in their absence. Help organise and coordinate the team during a busy service, making sure everything runs like clockwork. What you’ll bring… Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and pull together as a team when needed. A passion for delivering tasty and well-presented meals to customers each and every time. Be a role model to the team by maintaining high standards and making sure every customer receives the perfect plate. An ability to think on your feet and adapt to whatever challenges arise during a busy service

🔥 SOUS CHEF – FREAK SCENE BALHAM 🔥 Pan-Asian. High energy. Zero boredom. All flavour. Freak Scene isn’t your average restaurant — it’s a full-throttle ride through the wild side of Pan-Asian cooking. Born from the mind of ex-Nobu chef Scott Hallsworth, Freak Scene is about big flavours, creative chaos, and building a cult following one dish at a time. We’re now on the hunt for a Sous Chef to join our Balham crew — someone hungry to learn, lead and make their mark in one of London’s most exciting kitchens. 🚀 What’s in it for you Learn directly from one of the UK’s most creative chefs (and ex-Nobu alumni) Be part of a tight, passionate team who actually give a damn about food Cook insane, bold Pan-Asian dishes — no boring plates, no hotel food nonsense Real creative input – we want your ideas, not just your knife skills Career progression across a growing restaurant group Competitive pay, staff meals, proper respect, and a buzz that’s addictive 🔪 We’re looking for someone who Has solid experience as a Sous or Senior CDP in a fast-paced, quality kitchen Lives and breathes Asian flavours — or wants to master them Can handle pressure, think fast and keep standards high Loves working with people, not against them Has the drive to push boundaries and keep getting better ⚡ About Freak Scene Founded by Scott Hallsworth (ex-Nobu Head Chef), Freak Scene has become London’s cult Pan-Asian restaurant — known for dishes like Singapore Chilli Crab Wonton Bombs, Miso-Grilled Black Cod Tacos and Beef Fillet with Shiso Chimichurri. We’re growing fast and building the next big thing in London dining — and we want people who want to grow with us. Think you’ve got the fire? Drop us your CV and a few lines about why Freak Scene should be your next kitchen home. 📍 Freak Scene Balham – London SW12 🔥 Pan-Asian | Rock’n’Roll | Cult Energy

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commis Chef to join our passionate team at the three Michelin starred Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, located in Chelsea. Established in 1998, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay is our flagship destination, the jewel in the crown of Gordon Ramsay Restaurants. Holding three Michelin stars since 2001, the restaurant provides elegant modern French cuisine using only the finest seasonal ingredients and employing both classic and modern techniques. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay is a true mark of excellence, quality, and consistency, combining contemporary elegance and unparalleled service. Lead by Chef Patron Matt Abe. Matt upholds the history and prestige of the restaurant by maintaining the constant pursuit of perfection. Open for Lunch & Dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday & Monday. We are ideally looking for candidates who: • Have previous experience working within a Michelin Star environment, • Are passionate about delivering the highest levels of service to our guests in an engaging and informative way, • Be able to work effectively as part of a team and build rapport with our guests and the team, • Desire to continuously learn and improve both knowledge and skills What you do as a Commis Chef: • You pride yourself on preparing fresh seasonal ingredients, • You’re enthusiastic in cooking, learning, and understanding all dishes from the menu and you’re constantly striving to develop your cooking skills, • You are eager to learn from your peers and you always push yourself to progress as a Chef, • You thrive working as part of a team and you naturally enjoy building rapport with others, • You are keen to use your love of cooking, attention to detail, commitment to learn, and absolute passion for food to ensure the highest standards are consistently achieved What we offer you: • Competitive Pay Rate, • Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday, • Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally including WSET Accreditation Levels 1-3, • Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment, • A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants, • 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family, • 30% Discount on bookings for your Friends & Family in all UK Restaurants, • Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels, • MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy, • 50% off Membership to CODE which includes unlimited access to industry offers across restaurants, bars and hotels, • Amazing family meals on duty If you have a passion for food and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class global restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process. At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.

We are now looking for a Demi Chef de Partie to join the team at Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay at 22 Bishopsgate. Lucky Cat is one of five unique Gordon Ramsay Restaurant experiences at 22 Bishopsgate and Europe’s tallest restaurant - Asian inspired small plates, Robata grills, sushi and sashimi, exquisitely crafted in the open kitchen and raw bar. Located on level 60 at 22 Bishopsgate, Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay offers breath taking, unparalleled views across the city. What you do as a Demi Chef de Partie: · You pride yourself on preparing and cooking fresh seasonal ingredients whilst effectively managing your section · You are eager to learn from your Seniors and peers and you’re constantly striving to develop your cooking skills, pushing yourself to progress as a Chef · You thrive working as part of a team and you naturally enjoy building rapport with others · You’re confident in supporting and passing on your knowledge to the more junior members of the team · You’re keen to use your creativity, confidence, attention to detail, communication and listening skills, commitment to learn and absolute passion for food to ensure the highest standards are constantly achieved What’s in it for you: · Competitive Pay Rate · Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday · Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally including WSET Accreditation Levels 1-3 · Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment · A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants · 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family · Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels · 30% Discount on bookings for your Friends & Family in all UK Restaurants · MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy · 50% off Membership to CODE which includes unlimited access to industry offers across restaurants, bars and hotels · Amazing family meals on duty If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process. At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.