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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 hour ago
    Full-time
    London

    The Pachamama Family proudly delivers exceptional guest experiences across our venues in central London. Since our founding in October 2014, Pachamama Group has been on a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe, doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each of our restaurant concepts is thoughtfully crafted to transport guests to diverse locales, offering unique culinary experiences in unforgettable environments. At its heart, Soraya is about sharing. Soraya, coming into London mid-June 2026, offers guests an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the rich and vibrant flavours of Persian cuisine in an exquisite setting. Soraya's menu is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to delight and encourage communal feasting. Signature dishes such as Mast O Khair, Lamb Koobideh, Chicken Joujeh, and Ghaymeh Bedemjan highlight traditional Persian recipes, while innovative plates showcase the team's genius. As a Sous Chef, we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant kitchen environment and hit the ground running, leveraging your proven skills and culinary expertise. Your main responsibilities will include: • Support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and leading the team, • Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality dishes and presentation standards, • Oversee food preparation and service to maintain smooth kitchen operations, • Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to build a strong team, • Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance, • Assist with stock control, ordering, and cost management, • Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Head Chef to ensure service continuity, • Contribute to menu development and continuous improvement of kitchen performance We Offer: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience, • Full Service Charge distribution, • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate, • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees, • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants, • 28 days of holiday for a full-time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge, • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork, • Psychological, financial, and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month, • Stream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time, • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution, • Opportunities for career development, with regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives If this sounds of interest to you, please apply. Come grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to take part in an exciting new opening.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    6 days ago
    £12.71–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    ALL ROADS – BRIXTONModern comfort. Built on community.NEWLY OPENED MAY 2026 – HIRING NOW All Roads has always been about people. Food, music, energy and creating spaces where people come together. We started with supper clubs and built this slowly. No big backing, no shortcuts. Just people showing up, again and again. Sold out nights, word of mouth, residencies, collaborations. Proper support that’s never watered down. Now we’re opening our first neighbourhood restaurant in Brixton.The food matters. Good ingredients, cooked properly. Thought out plates that actually hit. No frills. Just real food, done well, in a space that feels like home. Director led, on the ground and in service.We’re looking for a Chef ready to step up and grow with us. GETTING STRAIGHT TO IT This role is for someone who genuinely cares about food. You may not already be a ‘Lead Chef' but you will be ready to confidently step into your own! You’re curious, thoughtful and always looking to push further. Eager to learn more, but also ready to share what you know.You should be confident enough to speak up, contribute ideas and help shape the kitchen, while working with respect for others and their contributions. You take pride in the details and want to cook food that actually means something.We’re building a strong, collaborative kitchen and want people who are part of that. WHAT’S ALL YOU-⁠ ⁠Running sections and supporting the pass-⁠ ⁠Prep planning, organisation and consistency-⁠ ⁠Supporting ordering, stock control and minimising waste-⁠ Support in ⁠training and developing junior chefs-⁠ ⁠Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety-⁠ ⁠Working closely with the founders on menu development-⁠ ⁠Managing service flow and stepping up to lead when needed WHAT’S GOOD HERE-⁠ ⁠Fair rotas, planned ahead-⁠ ⁠Balanced schedules that make sense-⁠ ⁠Proper breaks, always-⁠ ⁠30% off food + wine-⁠ ⁠First drink on us-⁠ ⁠Tronc shared properly + surplus redistributed-⁠ ⁠Occasional team perks-⁠ ⁠Proper family meal every shift-⁠ ⁠Cost price meat + wine-⁠ ⁠Staff socials — time with your team-⁠ ⁠Your birthday off-⁠ ⁠Clear structure and expectations-⁠ ⁠Real development with the founders-⁠ ⁠Room to grow with us We’re building this properly. If you’ve got it, you’ll want in early. Not for everyone and that’s the point. Looking forward to hearing who you are and why you want in. If you’re right, we’ll move quick. Speak soon,M&P

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    7 days ago
    £30000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About the role We are building a new kind of hospitality space in Hackney. A curated kitchen and bar programme where chefs, bartenders and collaborators take over the space for short residencies, events and experiences. The concept is designed to constantly evolve, with a changing calendar of pop ups, dinners, tastings, private hires and social events. We are looking for a full-time Manager to help bring this space to life day to day. This is not a traditional restaurant management role. We need someone who is equally comfortable running service, managing a bar, coordinating events, hosting guests and helping shape a fast-moving programme. The right person will love hospitality, have strong operational instincts, and be excited by the idea of working in a venue where things are always changing. This role will be central to the identity of the space. Over time, we want guests to come back not only because of the residencies and events we programme, but because of the team, the atmosphere and the experience we create every week. About the space The venue is an intimate, industrial kitchen and bar in Mare Street, with a large open kitchen and counter seating at its heart. It is designed as a platform for rotating chefs, drinks-led experiences and social hospitality. The space is curated and operated by us. While the concepts may change, the guest experience, standards and overall feel of the venue remain consistent. The Manager will play a key role in protecting that consistency while helping the programme feel fresh, exciting and well executed. What you’ll be responsible for Programming and coordination • Manage the operational logistics of each residency, event or takeover from set-up to breakdown, • Coordinate arrivals, check-ins, handovers and transitions between guest chefs or collaborators, • Support the execution of the venue calendar and ensure each event is properly prepared, • Work closely with founders and collaborators to make sure concepts are launch-ready, • Help spot operational risks early and solve problems before they affect service Venue and bar operations • Oversee the day-to-day running of the venue and ensure the space is consistently set up to a high standard, • Develop, manage and continuously improve the drinks offering of the space, • Oversee bar operations, stock ordering, supplier coordination and inventory management, • Lead service during event and residency nights, setting the tone for the floor and ensuring strong execution throughout, • Take ownership of team leadership on shift, creating clear communication, strong standards and a positive service culture, • Help build and shape a small but high-performing team around the space as it grows, • Create a strong team culture centred around hospitality, accountability and adaptability, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, readiness and compliance across the venue Guest experience and commercial delivery • Manage reservations and set up events in booking systems, • Handle private hire enquiries and support conversion where relevant, • Act as host on the floor, helping create a warm, confident and memorable guest experience, • Ensure consistency in service and atmosphere across very different concepts and residencies, • Support post-event reviews by helping assess performance, guest feedback and operational learnings Sales and cost performance • Take ownership of the venue’s day-to-day commercial performance, • Help drive sales during events through strong floor leadership, upselling and service flow, • Manage labour deployment in line with expected demand and venue targets, • Monitor stock usage, wastage and ordering to maintain tight cost control, • Track performance across sales, labour and gross margin, and flag opportunities for improvement, • Support post-event reviews with a clear view on what performed well commercially and operationally Marketing and content coordination • Coordinate photoshoots and content capture around key events and launches, • Support social media, newsletters and website updates, either directly or in coordination with external support, • Help bring ideas for events, collaborations and guest engagement, • Contribute creatively to how the space is presented and experienced What we’re looking for We are looking for someone with a mix of bar, service and events experience, who is excited by the idea of helping build something new. You likely have: • Experience managing services in a hospitality venue, • Experience managing or running a bar, • Experience coordinating or delivering events, private hires, pop ups or activations, • Confidence leading a team and running a floor, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Good commercial instincts and an understanding of how service quality drives repeat business, • A calm, solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment We think you’ll thrive if you are: • Energised by a constantly evolving environment, • Comfortable switching between planning, service and admin, • A strong host who genuinely enjoys people, • Interested in food, drinks and hospitality culture, • Full of ideas and excited to contribute creatively, • Able to maintain consistency even when the concept changes week to week, • Motivated by building a venue with real personality and community around it Ideal profile This role could suit someone who has worked as: • a Bar Manager looking for broader ownership, • an Events Manager with strong hospitality operations experience, • a Venue Manager from an independent restaurant, wine bar or creative hospitality concept, • an Assistant General Manager ready to step into a more entrepreneurial and varied role Other details • Full-time role based in Mare Street, East London, • Evening and weekend availability required, • Salary dependent on experience, • Opportunity to help shape a new hospitality concept from the ground up, • Target start date: April 28th About us We’re the team behind Crudo and Tiny Wine, two independent hospitality concepts we’ve built in London over the past few years. Crudo opened in 2019 and has grown into a group of restaurants built around modern Latin American food, strong atmosphere and warm, energetic service. Tiny Wine came out of our love for smaller, more intimate drinking spaces, with a big focus on personality, curation and creating a place people genuinely want to spend time in. A big part of what we’ve learnt through both brands is that people come back for more than just the food or drinks. They come back for the feeling of the place, the team behind it, and the sense that something thoughtful is being built. Studio 3 is the next step in that. It gives us the opportunity to create a more flexible space built around a changing programme of chefs, drinks, events and collaborations. A space that can evolve constantly, while still being run with a clear point of view and strong operational standards. We’re excited by the idea of building something that feels social, current and full of life. Somewhere guests want to return to regularly, and somewhere chefs and collaborators are genuinely excited to be part of.

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  • Bartender
    Bartender
    7 days ago
    £12.71–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    ALL ROADS – BRIXTON Modern comfort. Built on community. NEWLY OPENED 15-25 HOURS PW All Roads has always been about people. Food, music, energy and creating spaces where people come together. We started with supper clubs and built this slowly. No big backing, no shortcuts. Just people showing up, again and again. Sold out nights, word of mouth, residencies, collaborations. Proper support that’s never watered down. Now we’re opening our first neighbourhood restaurant in Brixton. The food matters. The drinks matter. The service matters. It’s quality and intention every time. No frills. Just real food, proper drinks and a room that feels like home. Director led, on the ground and in service. We’re looking for a Head Bartender to help shape the bar and set the tone. GETTING STRAIGHT TO IT This role is for a bartender ready to show some flair and help redefine bar culture. We want personality and presentation. Talk your sh*t and sell that drink. Make the guest feel good and feel good making it. Take pride in what you create and respect the product. Bring energy into the room and lift it. Guide guests through drinks and food with confidence and presence. You like being seen, heard and remembered. This is not a stand and pour role. You are part of the atmosphere. WHAT’S ALL YOU -⁠ ⁠Bar batching + quality control-⁠ ⁠Supporting specials and creativity-⁠ ⁠Keeping the bar clean, stocked and ready (no sneaky leaks)-⁠ ⁠Clear labelling and organisation-⁠ ⁠Supporting training of the bar team-⁠ ⁠Stock awareness, ordering support and waste control-⁠ ⁠Keeping service flowing, fast and consistent If you’re the silent type, this probably isn’t for you. WHAT’S GOOD HERE -⁠ ⁠Fair rotas, planned ahead-⁠ ⁠Balanced schedules that make sense-⁠ ⁠Proper breaks, always-⁠ ⁠30% off food + wine-⁠ ⁠First drink on us-⁠ ⁠Tronc shared properly + surplus redistributed-⁠ ⁠Occasional team perks-⁠ ⁠Proper family meal every shift-⁠ ⁠Cost price meat + wine-⁠ ⁠Staff socials — time with your team-⁠ ⁠Your birthday off-⁠ ⁠Clear structure and expectations-⁠ ⁠Real development with the founders-⁠ ⁠Room to grow with us We’re building this properly. If you’ve got it, you’ll want in early. Not for everyone and that’s the point. If you’re right, we’ll move quick. Speak soon,M&P

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    8 days ago
    £33000–£35000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are a catering events business that incorporates several different brands within it. The Fendale Group comprises Caiger & Co, Spoilt for Choice, The Pie Man, Sophie Wright Catering and Archies. We deliver a diverse range of events, from private weddings and bespoke dinner parties for high-end corporate clients to workplace catering and more cost-conscious options. We create food and hospitality experiences that bring people together. Built on founder energy and purposeful brands, we craft exceptional food with heart and intention. As we move towards our B-Corp certification, we are committed to creating impact beyond the plate - championing sustainability, looking after our people, and cultivating meaningful connections with our clients and communities. About You We are looking for an adaptable, skilled, and passionate Sous Chef to join our production kitchen team on a Temp-to-Perm basis. This model gives you the opportunity to hit the ground running, learn our group systems, and ensure mutual fit before transitioning into a permanent leadership role within our growing hospitality group. As our Temp-to-Perm Sous Chef, you will work alongside our Head Chef to drive prep, production, and service execution across our event portfolios and corporate catering channels. You’ll be hands-on in the kitchen, leading CDP and commis staff, upholding strict hygiene standards, and ensuring every dish meets our quality and sustainability benchmarks. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch!! Key Responsibilities Reports to: Head Chef Kitchen Leadership & Service • Hands-on Cooking & Prep: Oversee day-to-day prep lists, hot/cold line execution, and event packing for off-site catering operations., • Second-in-Command Support: Step up in the Head Chef’s absence to manage kitchen output, direct line staff, and keep shifts running smoothly., • Team Supervision: Guide and mentor Commis Chefs and CDPs, ensuring consistent plating, portion control, and speed without sacrificing quality. Operations & Standards • Food Safety & Compliance: Maintain top-tier hygiene (HACCP, COSHH, food safety regulations, allergen management) and lead deep-cleaning routines., • Waste & Sustainability Management: Support our group commitment to zero-waste production, seasonal ingredient rotation, and sustainable kitchen practices., • Inventory & Ordering: Assist in stock control, supplier receiving, shelf-life rotation, and minimizing yield loss. Temp-to-Perm Process 1. Initial Temp Period (1–3 Months): Paid hourly/weekly. You will embed with the team, demonstrate your technical skill, and evaluate the culture and workflow., 2. Evaluation & Review: Mid-point check-ins to align expectations, share feedback, and set goals., 3. Permanent Transition: Upon successful completion of the temporary phase, you will transition to a permanent salaried contract with expanded benefits and long-term group progression opportunities. What We’re Looking For Qualifications & Requirements • Experience: 2+ years of experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Sous Chef within high-volume events catering, boutique hospitality, or fast-paced fresh food operations., • Culinary Skill: Strong fundamental cooking techniques, understanding of British seasonal ingredients, and modern catering assembly., • Safety Certification: Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certified (Level 3 preferred)., • Work Ethic: Calm under pressure, solution-oriented, and highly organized in a production-style kitchen environment., • Flexibility: Comfortable working a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings depending on event bookings. Desirable Skills • Drivers license (a plus for event setup support)., • Experience with off-site event catering assembly and logistics. Join a Force for Good At The Fendale Group, we are more than just a workplace; we are a community committed to the B Corp movement—balancing profit with purpose. We believe that a diverse team is a stronger team, and we are dedicated to building an inclusive environment where every voice is heard, valued, and empowered. Our Equity Pledge: • Inclusive Hiring: We look for "culture adds," not just "culture fits." Your unique background and perspective are your greatest strengths., • Accountability: We hold ourselves to rigorous social and environmental standards, ensuring our growth benefits our people and the planet., • Radical Transparency: From pay equity to professional development, we believe in being open, honest, and fair. Come as you are. We welcome applications from all identities and backgrounds and are happy to provide accommodations to ensure an equitable interview experience. Benefits • Up to £35,000 per annum, approx 45 hours per week, • Comprehensive training and support from an experienced team, • Opportunities to develop skills and progress within the company, • Coaching and mental-health support, • Daily fresh lunches prepared by our chefs

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  • Sales Floor Manager — Build It, Run It, Own the Upside
    Sales Floor Manager — Build It, Run It, Own the Upside
    13 days ago
    £3000–£10000 monthly
    Full-time
    London

    Commission-only · Uncapped · Ground floor · Full-time London (in-person + phone) & Dubai (phone) I'll be straight with you, because the right person will respect that more than a polished pitch. We're Strive AI. We build AI systems for local businesses — the kind of tech that answers every call, books appointments and chases leads 24/7 for salons, clinics, gyms, restaurants and trades. The product is genuinely good and the market is wide open. We're also new. I'm not going to dress that up. There's no big team to inherit, no years of case studies, no safety net. What there is: a working product, a proven sales process, a dashboard that runs the whole operation, and a founder who builds fast and pays properly. So this isn't a job for someone who wants comfortable. It's for someone who looks at "early-stage" and sees the opportunity instead of the risk. The role You build and run the sales floor. Not sell — manage the people who sell. • Hire. Find hungry, reliable people who'll treat this like the 9-5 it is — walking into businesses in London and closing face to face, and running phone outreach in Dubai., • Interview. Screen and interview applicants using the questions and process we give you. You won't be guessing — you'll be running a system., • Onboard & train. We'll teach you exactly how the method works, then you teach it to every person you bring on., • Manage, properly. This is the real job. Daily check-ins, holding people to their numbers, keeping the floor motivated and moving. The tools to track all of it are already built — your job is to use them and stay on top of people who need staying on top of., • Scale. Grow this into a floor of 50+ that consistently closes. Who I'm looking for • Someone who's managed or built a sales team before, or knows in their bones they can., • A proper operator — organised, relentless on follow-up, comfortable holding people accountable without being soft or being a tyrant., • Someone who genuinely wants to take a bet on something early and own a piece of the outcome., • Hard worker. Full stop. This is a pure play — you put the work in, you win big. You coast, you earn nothing. The deal 6% commission on every deal your team closes Plus £75 for every rep you hire who lands their first close. It's commission-only and I won't pretend otherwise. But do the maths on a floor of 50 people each closing 8–12 deals a month and you're looking at a six-figure income you built yourself and control entirely. Uncapped. No ceiling I'm putting on you. If you want a salary to sit still for, this isn't it. If you want to build something and get paid like an owner for it, let's talk. Apply Message me with: 1. Where you've managed or built a team before (or why you know you can)., 2. Why an early-stage, commission-only bet appeals to you rather than scares you off., 3. How many hours a week you can genuinely commit. Serious applicants only. I'll move fast for the right person. — Scarlett, Founder, Strive AI

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  • Operations Director
    Operations Director
    15 days ago
    £55000–£65000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Operations Director We are looking for a driven, hands-on Operations Director to join our growing business and play a key role in taking it to the next level.This is not a role for someone who simply oversees operations from behind a desk. We are looking for someone who is happy to lead from the front, support our General Managers on the ground, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement systems that make the business stronger as it grows.You will work closely with the other directors to improve operational performance, develop our management team, introduce new structures and processes, improve customer experience, support marketing initiatives, drive sales, control costs, and ensure consistency across all sites. Responsibilities • Support and develop our General Managers and management teams., • Maintain high operational standards across all sites., • Implement and improve systems, structures and SOPs., • Analyse KPIs, labour, stock, GP, sales and profitability., • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and revenue., • Support recruitment, training and staff development., • Work closely with the marketing team to help drive sales., • Ensure excellent customer service and food quality., • Be hands-on when required and lead by example. Essential Experience • Previous experience as a Area Manager or Operations Manager within hospitality., • Proven experience managing multiple sites or high-volume operations., • Strong leadership and people management skills., • Commercially minded with the ability to improve business performance., • Experience implementing operational systems and processes., • Comfortable working both strategically and operationally. What We’re Looking For We want someone who genuinely enjoys building businesses, improving operations and developing people. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a real impact within an ambitious and growing hospitality business.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    27 days ago
    £16–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    Balham, Wandsworth

    Sous Chef – Pinky Steakhouse | Balham, London Ready to lead one of South London’s most exciting new restaurants? Pinky is a modern neighbourhood steakhouse with a passion for exceptional ingredients, honest cooking, and serious attention to detail. We’re building a small, talented team that takes pride in quality over quantity, and we’re looking for an ambitious Sous Chef who wants to grow with us. This is more than just another Sous Chef position. We’re looking for someone who wants a long-term home, with a genuine opportunity to progress into a Head Chef role as the business expands. What you’ll be doing You’ll work closely with the leadership team to deliver consistently outstanding food while helping shape the future of the kitchen. Our menu is intentionally focused: • Premium steaks cooked over charcoal, • High-quality appetisers and sides, • Seasonal creative specials, • Simple food executed to an exceptional standard What we’re looking for We’re seeking a chef who has: • Strong experience cooking over charcoal grills, • Excellent knowledge of classic European cookery, • A solid grounding in all fundamental kitchen techniques, • Confidence producing quality stocks, sauces and reductions from scratch, • Experience with steak cookery and precise temperature control, • High standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety, • The ability to lead by example in a small, hands-on kitchen, • A calm, professional attitude under pressure, • Passion for quality and continuous improvement Why join Pinky? • Genuine opportunity to become Head Chef, • Work with a small, passionate and ambitious team, • Be part of a growing hospitality company with exciting future projects, • Creative input into seasonal specials and menu development, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Staff meals, discounts and opportunities for career progression If you’re the sort of chef who believes that the basics matter, loves cooking over fire, takes pride in every plate, and wants to help build something special from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and tell us why you’d be a great fit for Pinky. If you’re targeting stronger chefs, I’d also increase the advertised salary slightly above the local market—it often improves the quality of applicants significantly.

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  • Commis Chef
    Commis Chef
    1 month ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We're looking for an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. This is a hands-on entry-level role and a fantastic opportunity to learn authentic Thai cooking from the ground up, build strong foundations in a professional kitchen, and grow with us toward Demi Chef de Partie and beyond. Key Responsibilities: • Set up, stock and maintain your assigned station before and during service, • Prepare our core dishes to recipe under the guidance of senior chefs — khao soi soup and toppings, gub glams, and desserts, • Follow all food safety, personal hygiene and health & safety procedures at all times, • Practise correct storage, labelling, dating and FIFO stock rotation, • Keep your station clean and organised throughout service ("clean as you go"), • Support the CDP, Sous Chef and Head Chef with prep and daily kitchen operations, • Help monitor portion and waste control to protect food margins, • Learn our recipes and standards, taking on more responsibility as you develop What We Offer: • Competitive pay up to £16 per hour (including TRONC), • A clear development path from Commis to Demi CDP and CDP, • Level 2 Food Safety training and ongoing on-the-job coaching, • A supportive, energetic team environment Benefits: • Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, up to 32 days, • Employee discounts, • Company pension scheme, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Requirements: • Some kitchen experience preferred, but attitude and willingness to learn matter most, • A culinary qualification is an advantage, not essential, • Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene (Level 2 certificate desirable, or willingness to obtain), • Ability to stay calm and work cleanly under pressure as part of a team, • Good communication, reliability and strong timekeeping, • Genuine passion for food and eagerness to learn Thai / Asian cuisine

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    2 months ago
    £46000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Richmond, Richmond upon Thames

    Head Chef – The Lass O’ Richmond Hill Richmond, London | Young’s Pub | Fresh Food | Seasonal British Cooking The Lass O’ Richmond Hill is looking for a talented, passionate and ambitious Head Chef to lead the kitchen of one of Richmond’s most distinctive pubs. Sitting proudly at the top of Richmond Hill, just moments from Richmond Park, The Lass is a beautiful historic pub with open fires, a sun-soaked garden, on-site car park and a reputation for quality seasonal food. We are a food-led pub with real personality, built around British produce, proper pub classics and dishes that feel generous, thoughtful and full of flavour. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Head Chef who wants more than just a kitchen to run. At The Lass, you will have the freedom to shape the food identity, create your own menus and specials, work with great suppliers and lead a kitchen with genuine ambition. What we offer our Head Chef As Head Chef at The Lass, you will enjoy: • Full autonomy to create your own menus and specials, • Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes, • Regular culinary masterclasses covering topics such as game, butchery and shellfish, • Inspirational food trips with our top-quality suppliers, • Regular Chef Forums with other Head Chefs to share ideas, inspire and develop, • Free meals while on shift, • 20% discount in all Young’s Pubs, • 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms, • Share Save Scheme, • Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, • 28 days holiday per year, • On-site car park, • The chance to lead a kitchen in a beautiful, established, food-led pub with huge potential About the food The Lass is built around the idea that a great pub menu should feel familiar, generous and deeply satisfying, while still showing real craft. We want food that guests recognise, crave and return for, delivered with the confidence and discipline of a serious kitchen. The food style is seasonal British pub cooking with a refined, produce-led edge. Think beef tartare with crisp game chips, mince on dripping toast, terrines, pâtés and pickles made in-house, proper pies with deep glossy fillings and buttery pastry, rich braises, hand-cut chips, excellent roasts, seasonal fish, steaks, chops, puddings and simple vegetable-led dishes treated with real care. This is not about overworked plates or unnecessary fuss. The best dishes at The Lass should feel bold, honest and full of flavour. A guest should be able to look at the menu and immediately want to eat, whether they are stopping in after a walk in Richmond Park, settling in by the fire, or booking a long Sunday lunch with friends. Our direction is rooted in: British classics done properly Roasts, pies, puddings, seasonal fish, steaks, braises, sandwiches, snacks and sharing dishes, all cooked with proper technique and a strong sense of place. Gutsy, confident flavours We want food with depth: rich stocks, glossy sauces, sharp pickles, proper seasoning, crisp textures and generous portions. Nothing should feel timid, decorative or apologetic. Seasonal ingredients and thoughtful sourcing Menus should move with the seasons, using British produce wherever possible and celebrating the best of each moment — spring greens, summer tomatoes, autumn game, winter roots, coastal fish, orchard fruit and proper cheese. House-made touches Pickles, chutneys, sauces, pastry, stocks, dressings, relishes and snacks should give the menu its own personality and create value through skill rather than gimmicks. A strong bar and snack offer The Lass should have food that works for every occasion: a quick pint and something salty, a casual lunch, a celebratory dinner, a garden gathering or a proper Sunday roast. Think beef tartare with game chips, mince on dripping toast, rarebit, croquettes, potted meats, seasonal tarts, proper sandwiches, pork chops, pies and generous sharing plates. Sunday as a key part of the offer Sunday lunch is central to The Lass. We want roasts that feel abundant, consistent and worth travelling for, with excellent gravy, crisp potatoes, proper vegetables, generous Yorkshire puddings and the kind of execution that turns first-time guests into regulars. Seasonal specials with purpose Specials should feel exciting but grounded: whole fish, grilled chops, game, offal, slow braises, tarts, pies, seasonal vegetables and dishes that make full use of the kitchen’s skill. The menu should change enough to feel alive, but always remain recognisably pub-first. The right Head Chef will understand that The Lass does not need to chase trends. It needs to serve proper British pub food with confidence, discipline and soul — food that feels rooted in tradition, sharpened by skill and generous enough to bring people back. What we look for in a Head Chef We are looking for someone who: • Has experience leading a fresh food kitchen, • Loves seasonal British produce and proper pub food done well, • Can create menus that are creative, commercial and consistent, • Understands GP, stock control, ordering and labour management, • Leads from the front and brings energy, structure and pride to the kitchen, • Can train, motivate and develop their team, • Takes ownership of standards, food safety and kitchen organisation, • Thrives during busy services, especially Sundays, events and seasonal peaks, • Wants to make their mark on a pub with character, heritage and ambition About you You will be creative but organised, ambitious but grounded, and confident enough to take ownership of the kitchen while working closely with the General Manager to keep building The Lass as a local worth travelling to. This is a role for a chef who wants autonomy, support, development and the chance to lead a kitchen with real identity. Apply now and bring your food, your ideas and your leadership to The Lass O’ Richmond Hill.

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