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Are you an experienced and passionate leader ready to manage some of London's most beloved Italian restaurants? La Mia Mamma is seeking a dedicated Restaurant Manager to oversee operations, lead our team, and ensure an exceptional dining experience for every guest. La Mia Mamma is more than just a restaurant; it’s a unique culinary journey. Our concept delivers authentic Italian regional cuisine, prepared and served by real Italian mammas flown in directly from Italy. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure the highest standards of service., • Lead, motivate, and train the team to create a cohesive and effective workforce., • Manage staff schedules and handle recruitment as needed., • Maintain and enhance customer satisfaction by addressing feedback and implementing improvements., • Coordinate with kitchen staff and suppliers to ensure smooth service flow and product quality., • Monitor financial performance, including budgets, sales, and cost control., • Uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards in all restaurant activities. Key Skills: • Proven experience in restaurant management., • Strong leadership and team-building skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities., • Customer-focused mindset with a passion for exceptional service., • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities., • Financial acumen to manage budgets and control costs., • Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture is a plus. Benefits: • Salary range £38K-£50k depending on experience (incl. service charge), • Opportunities for career growth within our expanding group., • Comprehensive training and professional development in Italian hospitality., • Supportive and dynamic team environment., • Staff meals and discounts at all our restaurants.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our team. As a Chef, you will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, maintaining food quality, managing kitchen staff. You will work closely with the Head Chef and other team members to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities: • Planning and developing menus, considering seasonality and guest preferences. • Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard. • Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are maintained. • Managing and training kitchen staff. • Maintaining inventory and ordering supplies. • Working with the team to create a positive and efficient kitchen environment. Skills and Experience: • We need a 5 years’ experience in same category. • Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques. • Excellent knife skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. • Strong communication and leadership skills. • Passion for food and a commitment to quality. Benefits: • competitive salary, paid time off, employee discounts • Opportunities for career development and growth. • free meals, training opportunities

Company: India Fine Food Ltd Salary: circa £31k - £39k (37.5 hours/week) Contract: Full-time, 52 weeks per year India Fine Food Ltd ta Village Tandoori is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bengal Cuisine Chef with expertise in developing and preparing authentic Bangladeshi dishes from the Chattogram (Chittagong) and Sylhet regions. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef to join our dynamic team and contribute to the delivery of exceptional dishes at our renowned restaurant in North London. Key Responsibilities: • Menu Planning & Development: Design and plan innovative, authentic Bangladeshi menus, focusing on regional specialties from Chattogram and Sylhet, such as Kala Bhuna, Mezbani Beef, Shatkora Gosht, Kacchi Biriyani, and Morog Pilau, ensuring that each dish reflects the essence of these regions while appealing to a diverse clientele., • Food Preparation: Lead the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of high-quality dishes, maintaining traditional flavors and presentation standards., • Kitchen Operations Management: Oversee and supervise the daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and effective kitchen workflows. Manage kitchen staff schedules, monitor kitchen performance, and address any issues promptly., • Team Leadership & Training: Inspire and lead the kitchen team, providing guidance, training, and support. Encourage continuous development of culinary skills and ensure all team members adhere to high standards of food preparation and presentation., • Supplier & Stock Management: Order supplies from Bangladeshi wholesalers and inspect the quality of produce to ensure authenticity and freshness. Monitor inventory levels, track stock rotation, and minimize waste., • Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to hygiene, health, and safety regulations, including food safety standards and safe handling procedures. Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and maintain cleanliness standards., • Cost Control & Budgeting: Help manage kitchen budgets by controlling food costs and waste. Work closely with restaurant management to ensure profitability while maintaining high-quality standards., • Quality Control: Ensure that all dishes meet our restaurant’s high standards of quality, taste, and presentation. Continuously assess and improve food quality, based on customer feedback and kitchen reviews., • Customer Satisfaction: Address any special dietary needs or requests and ensure that guests are satisfied with the quality of their meals. Assist in creating an inviting dining atmosphere and positive guest experience., • Industry Trends & Networking: Stay up-to-date with developments in regional Bengali cuisine and network within the Chittagonian and Sylheti food communities in the UK and Bangladesh to keep our offerings relevant and dynamic Requirements: • Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a head chef or senior chef de partie, with a deep understanding of Bangladeshi cuisine, particularly from the Chattogram and Sylhet regions., • A recognised level 1 Chef Qualification or Bengal Cuisine Qualification preferred, • Specialization: Expertise in cooking traditional Bangladeshi dishes, such as Kala Bhuna, Mezbani Beef, Shatkora Gosht, Kacchi Biriyani, Morog Pilau, and other regional specialties., • Leadership Skills: Proven experience leading a kitchen team, with strong management, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to motivate and inspire kitchen staff to maintain high standards., • Communication Skills: Fluency in Bengali is essential, with a Chittagonian or Sylhetti dialect preferred., • Cost Management: Experience in managing kitchen budgets, controlling food costs, and minimizing waste while maintaining top-notch quality., • Hygiene & Safety: In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, food safety, and hygiene practices in a professional kitchen., • Creativity & Innovation: Ability to create innovative and creative menus while staying true to the authenticity of the dishes., • Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail when preparing, plating, and serving dishes to ensure a consistently high-quality dining experience., • Candidate's must have the relevant authorisation to work in the UK although Visa Sponsorship may be offered to the candidate who meets the requirements for this role. What We Offer: • Competitive salary., • Full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours per week)., • A vibrant, supportive work environment with opportunities to showcase your culinary skills., • The chance to be part of a respected company that values quality, authenticity, and customer satisfaction., • Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company. If you are a talented chef with a passion for Bangladeshi cuisine, a natural leader, and someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and expertise in Bangladeshi cuisine to the HR Manager. Join us at India Fine Food Ltd and be part of a team that celebrates the richness and diversity of Bengal’s culinary traditions.

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

About Chez Lui: Located in the heart of Notting Hill, Chez Lui brings the spirit of the French Riviera to the city—fusing refined French Mediterranean cuisine with a lively, elegant atmosphere. Part of the globally acclaimed Bagatelle Group, our Notting Hill outpost is where culinary artistry meets high-energy dining, attracting a chic, international and local clientele. Position Overview: Bistro Chez Lui is seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your pastry expertise in a fast-paced, luxury environment where creativity, precision, and excellence are celebrated daily. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and execute high-quality, visually stunning desserts that align with Bagatelle Group's elevated standards., • Work closely with the Group Pastry Chef and Executive Chef to ensure consistency and creativity in every dish., • Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant workstation in line with food safety and hygiene regulations.., • Manage mise en place effectively to ensure smooth service., • Collaborate with the wider kitchen team to support seamless operations. Requirements: • At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment., • Solid foundation in classical and contemporary pastry techniques., • A strong eye for detail and presentation., • Calm, efficient, and organised under pressure., • A team-oriented mindset and genuine passion for the pastry craft., • Culinary or pastry certification is desirable., • Only candidates with right to work and residing in UK will be considered. What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience. Serious opportunity for growth within the internationally recognised Bagatelle Group. Staff meals, uniform, and other perks. Work in a vibrant, stylish venue with a team that values excellence and innovation. To Apply Please post below your CV and a short cover letter highlighting your experience and what inspires you about joining Bagatelle Group.

Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Senior Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 12 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we’ve teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We’ve won London’s most-loved restaurant in Time Out’s 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London’s favourite pizza in Time Out’s inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We’re a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our 5th store – within touching distance of Shoreditch. As well as our usual casual dine-in and takeaway vibes, we will be serving the local area with our dedicated delivery service, and another exclusive for this site sees us opening a basement bar for a more secluded dining experience, perfect for a date or to rent our the whole area for parties! What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You’ll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • Maintaining 5* Food Hygiene standards., • You’ll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What’s on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI’s., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP