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Hiring Pastry Chefs - CDP & Senior CDP Level Full Time Up to £14 to £15 per hour Our sister company Park Chinois is hiring for Pastry Chefs Do you have a passion for refined pastry, exquisite desserts, and elegant presentation? Are you inspired by creativity, precision, and the artistry of Chinese fine dining? We are looking for talented Pastry CDP and Senior CDP to join our kitchen pastry team at Park Chinois, our world-renowned restaurant in the heart of Mayfair. What We Offer: • Up to £14 to £15 per hour, • Staff meals prepared twice daily, • Training and Career Development opportunities, • A Prestigious Working Environment, • 50% dining discounts throughout the company worldwide What We’re Looking For: • Previous experience in a pastry section, • Basic knowledge of pastry, desserts, and plated presentation, • A creative flair with exceptional attention to detail, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen If you are ready to bring your artistry, precision, and creativity to our pastry team, we would love to meet you. Only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK are eligible to apply

Pastry chef de partie (No Skilled visa available. You must be able to work in the UK and full time only) • 48 hours a week, • 2 double, 3 singles, • Up to £16 + excess troncs, • Earliest start 8am, latest finish around 10:30pm, • British restaurant, • Busy afternoon tea Only people who have experience with desserts (no cake decorators or bakers) You must know basic desserts techniques (eg. do you know how to make a scone or a custard?) You must be reliable and professional, no time wasters

We are a prestigious fine dining restaurant located in North London, celebrated for our refined cuisine and exquisite desserts. Our commitment to culinary excellence and exceptional service makes us a leader in the local dining scene. We are currently seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join our culinary team.

Looking for a chef-to-be who will train with us and grow in the job. • Efficient yet accurate, • Reliable, • Starting as party time, once trained it'll become full time, • follows recipies accurately but also capable of coming up with new ideas once fully trained, • Passionate about healthy desserts, • great team work, ownership & accountability, • inventory, • long term only

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 27 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Pastry Commis Chef! YOUR MISSION: • You will be part of a BIG MAMMA kitchen team!, • You will be working in the pastry section to prepare our delicious desserts from scratch, from giant lemon pie to homemade gelato., • You will follow our recipes and directions from the kitchen management team., • You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day!, • You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: • Big Smile and passion for Italian food!, • Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit, • Excellent teamwork, leadership and communication skills, • Previous experience or training as a Commis Pastry Chef, • Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: • Permanent, full-time position, • £15.46 per hour + Tronc Point, • 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off, • Tasty staff food served family style, • 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants, • £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend, • Employee of the Month award, • Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support, • Wagestream: Financial Well-Being platform that allows you to access your wages between paydays, • Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma £15.46 / hour

We’re recruiting for a chef familiar with pizza teglia (Roman style pizza by the slice), pasta, pastries and desserts.

Commis Pastry/Demi Chef-Full time Location:fish! Borough market, Cathedral street Please read job description for full info. Join our bustling brasserie-style fish and seafood restaurant located in the heart of Borough Market, London Bridge. We are currently seeking a talented, experienced Pastry/ Commis/Demi chef . Please note that the position is full time only. This position will primarily focus on the starter and dessert section and cold larder. Requirements: • Previous experience in a restaurant or culinary environment., • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, baking principles, and food preparation., • Understanding of food safety practices and guidelines., • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with a focus on quality., • Enthusiasm for learning and developing pastry skills under the guidance of experienced chefs., • Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating visually appealing pastries., • Culinary or baking education is a plus. What we offer: • £13.50 (including tronc) per hour, • Additional monthly tronc bonus, • Access to early wage payments via the Wagestream app., • Full-time position with 40-45 hours per week spread over 7 shifts across 5 days., • Holiday allowance starting at 28 days, increasing with length of service., • 50% discount on dining with us, plus a 20% family discount., • SAGE retail & wellbeing discount., • "Recommend a friend" scheme with a £500 bonus., • Full uniform provided., • Pension scheme., • Opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly team environment. Please note that all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and obtain a Share Code prior to application.

We're looking for a great Pastry Chef to join our kitchen team at our All day Dining Brasserie style Restaurant in the heart of Shoreditch. The successful chef will be open-minded, ambitious ,energetic and ready to learn with a can do attitude. You will be preparing desserts for regular service as well as canape desserts for events. Previous experience as Pastry Chef is required.

Open from 9-18 serving all day breakfasts, Gourmet sandwiches, light bites, salads and Instagrammable desserts. Speciality coffee will be a focus and takeaway will be offered. What we are looking for: • minimum 1 years experience as a pastry chef, • a team player, • previous experience in a fast paced restaurant, • highly motivated and flexible, • great passion for fresh food and beautiful presentation, • compliance understanding and control Benefits: • pension scheme, • uniform will be provided, • meals on duty, • 28 days holiday, • staff discount As a chef you will be working 5 days a week. Straight shifts only. Cafe closes early. Great work-life balance opportunity. The chef will get paid per hour and will participate in a tronc scheme. This is a great position for someone who is a foodie and loves to work in local neighbourhood place.

Hi There, We are looking to hire someone for 12 days in December (no Saturdays or Sundays) for a Christmas dinner that we do. We will be serving a 2 course meal (main and dessert) for on average 80 guests each night (it can be up to 120 guests). The majority of the food will be prepped / cooked in the day time and your role would be to help heat and plate up the food alongside our inhouse cook. The shifts will be 4 hours each day from 4-8pm and service will only be 1.5 hours of that the rest will be prep - pay is weekly. The main will consist of turkey and trimmings and dessert is crumble and custard (very straight forward) and so we are looking for someone experienced in a fast pace environment, who is well organised, works well under pressure with a good eye for detail. Thank you. Team Arboretum

Overview We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our new kosher restaurant, offering a unique menu that blends Persian stews, Middle Eastern grills, Jewish classics, and gourmet kosher dishes. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine, with a solid understanding of kosher dietary laws and the creativity to bring authentic flavors to life in a modern dining setting. Responsibilities Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency. Develop, refine, and execute an innovative kosher menu including Persian stews (Ghormeh Sabzi, Fesenjan), Middle Eastern kebabs, Jewish soups and dumplings (Gondi, Chicken Soup), and signature desserts. Ensure compliance with kosher dietary requirements in all aspects of food preparation, storage, and service. Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a professional, efficient, and collaborative work environment. Manage stock levels, supplier relationships, and ordering of high-quality kosher-certified ingredients. Oversee food safety, hygiene, and compliance with UK Health & Safety regulations. Control food costs, portioning, and waste management while maintaining profitability and high standards. Collaborate with management on seasonal menus, specials, and catering opportunities. Requirements Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in Persian, Middle Eastern, or Jewish cuisine. Strong knowledge of kosher food preparation and kitchen practices (training can be provided if required). Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Creative flair with the ability to balance tradition and innovation in menu design. Strong understanding of cost control, menu pricing, and kitchen budgeting. Passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences with attention to detail. Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. Opportunity to shape and lead a new, unique kosher dining concept in London. Professional growth and training in a supportive environment. Staff meals and uniform provided.

About Us: Hafız Mustafa 1864 is a celebrated Turkish dessert brand with a legacy dating back to 1864. We take pride in our exquisite desserts, which have earned us prestigious recognition, including being ranked 2nd on TasteAtlas' prestigious list of 150 most legendary dessert places worldwide. Additionally, we have been honored with awards such as the BBC Good Food Middle East Magazine Awards. These accolades recognize our unwavering commitment to crafting authentic and delightful Turkish sweets. Job Description: We are currently seeking a Cleaner to join our team and support our Chef Team at our London Central Kitchen Production Unit. Job Type/Hours: Full-Time / 45 hours a week Responsibilities: • Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen surfaces, equipment, and utensils, • Washing dishes, pots, pans, and other cooking utensils, • Sweeping and mopping floors, • Emptying trash bins and disposing of waste, • Restocking cleaning supplies as needed, • Assisting with basic food preparation tasks as required *Requirements: Previous experience in cleaning, preferably in a kitchen environment, is preferred Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and sanitation standards Ability to work efficiently and independently Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Benefits: • Competitive annual salary, • Opportunities for career growth and advancement, • Employee discounts on our delicious desserts, • Friendly and supportive work environment, • Career development and training opportunities, online and in-house training programs Hafız Mustafa 1864 is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in bringing the sweetness of Turkish desserts to London! Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

We are looking for a fun and energetic Part Time Chef de Partie to join the team at Street Burger-O2. Street Burger - The O2 is open inside The 02, Greenwich. Street Burger serves signature burgers, seasoned fries, desserts and amazing shakes, cocktails and drinks. The first Street Burger was born in St Paul’s, London and now we’re growing. Our concept and menu is simple and inviting: honest priced burgers with bags of flavour. From the iconic Hell’s Kitchen to the mighty G.F.C. Full throttle. Full flavour. Always. START DATE FOR THIS POSITION IS FROM THE 8TH OF SEPTEMBER 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’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’d like to develop your career in a best-in-class global restaurant business - apply today! 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.

Job Title: Kitchen Porter Company: Hafiz Mustafa 1864 London Branch Location: 92 Brompton Rd, London SW3 1ER, London, UK About Us: Hafiz Mustafa 1864 is a celebrated Turkish dessert brand with a legacy dating back to 1864. Renowned for our exquisite desserts, we've earned prestigious recognition, including ranking 2nd on TasteAtlas' list of 150 most legendary dessert places worldwide. Additionally, we've been honoured with awards such as the BBC Good Food Middle East Magazine Awards. Join us as we expand our presence with the opening of our new branch in London, UK. Job Description: We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to join our team as a Kitchen Porter at our London branch. The Kitchen Porter plays a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and ensuring smooth operations in our kitchen. Salary: 12-13/hour Vacancies: 2 Job Type/Hours: Full-Time / 40 hours a week Responsibilities: • Ensuring the kitchen area is kept clean and organized at all times, • Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment by hand or using dishwashers, • Sweeping and mopping floors, and removing garbage, • Assisting chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks as needed, • Unloading deliveries and organizing storage areas, • Adhering to health and safety regulations and maintaining a hygienic working environment Requirements: • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role is preferred but not required, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Strong attention to detail and cleanliness, • Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Benefits: • Competitive hourly wage, • Opportunities for career growth and advancement, • Employee discounts on our delicious desserts, • Friendly and supportive work environment, • Career development and training opportunities, online and in-house training programs Hafiz Mustafa 1864 is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in bringing the sweetness of Turkish desserts to London! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: £13-15 per hour Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

We are now looking for Kitchen Porters to join the team at Street Burger–O2. Street Burger - The O2 is open inside The 02, Greenwich. Street Burger serves signature burgers, seasoned fries, desserts and amazing shakes, cocktails and drinks. The first Street Burger was born in St Paul’s, London and now we’re growing. Our concept and menu is simple and inviting: honest priced burgers with bags of flavour. From the iconic Hell’s Kitchen to the mighty G.F.C. Full throttle. Full flavour. Always. START DATE FOR THIS POSITION IS FROM 8TH SEPTEMBER 2025 We are ideally looking for kitchen porters who: You will be expected to provide the highest levels of service and support to the Chefs during service Have previous experience as a Kitchen Porter in a busy restaurant Have COSSH qualifications and understand how to use cleaning chemicals in the correct way Are able to work fast and under pressure during busy service times and adhere to the cleaning schedule for the restaurant 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’d like to develop your career in a best-in-class global restaurant business - apply today! 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’re not just a pizzeria — we’re a slice of Rome right here in the heart of London! At our place, we specialize in authentic Roman-style pizzas, mouth-watering appetizers, and decadent desserts, all crafted with love and tradition. With a wood-fired oven and the finest ingredients, we put pride and passion into every dish we serve. If you’re passionate about pizza and looking to be part of something truly special, we’d love to meet you! What You’ll Be Doing: Master the traditional "al mattarello" technique, hand-rolling dough to create perfectly thin, crispy Roman-style crusts. Bring classic Roman pizza recipes to life, making sure every slice is packed with flavor, authenticity, and consistency. Expertly manage our wood-fired oven to achieve that signature crispy base every time. Collaborate with a talented team to prepare delicious Roman appetizers and desserts. Help maintain our top-quality ingredients by working closely with our trusted suppliers. Keep our kitchen sparkling clean and follow top-notch hygiene practices — because a clean kitchen is a happy one! Share your creativity by suggesting exciting seasonal specials that honor our Roman roots. What We’re Looking For: Proven experience as a Pizza Chef (bonus points if you know Roman-style pizza!). Skill in the "al mattarello" dough-rolling technique. Confidence in handling a wood-fired oven to perfection. A true love for Roman cuisine, with a deep understanding of its ingredients and traditions. A keen eye for detail and a passion for producing high-quality food. Ability to stay cool, professional, and fast-paced in a lively kitchen. A willingness to learn, grow, and bring your own creative ideas to our menu! What’s in It for You: Competitive salary and benefits — we appreciate your hard work! A fun, supportive team that loves what they do. A chance to showcase your skills in an authentic Roman pizzeria. Opportunities to grow, innovate, and leave your mark on our menu. Ready to roll up your sleeves and bring a taste of Rome to London? We can’t wait to meet you! 🌟

We are currently looking for a motivated and experienced kitchen team member to join our Dessert and Starter Section. This role requires someone who is passionate about food presentation, organized under pressure, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. Key Details: Position: Dessert and Starter Section Chef Schedule: 5 days per week Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Responsibilities: Prepare and plate high-quality starters and desserts Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the prep area Work closely with the head chef and follow kitchen procedures Manage prep and stock levels efficiently Experience in a similar role is preferred. Reliability, punctuality, and teamwork are essential.