Head chef team leader jobs in London

A brand new modern restaurant, a project to replicate in other locations, and a team of four people searching for a leader to lead them.  We are looking for an Italian cuisine head chef with a strong personality and creative ideas to help us design a new menu. A leader who understands how to organise a kitchen and manage a workforce while maintaining high levels of cleanliness and service. A chef who wants to collaborate with management to develop something unique.  Louis Earlsfield, a new restaurant opening in September 2023, is looking for a Head Chef who can be in charge of a brand new kitchen and build a successful team. Must have at least 5 years of familiarity with Italian food. Must be able to manage a team of 6-10 persons. Must be able to keep and manage stocks while also scheduling weekly orders. Monday through Sunday, lunch and dinner service, 48 hours a week, 2 days off, paid overtime. The salary will be decided depending on experience following a trial shift. Must have up-to-date CV. Must have the right to work. More details will be in private. Thank you all.

Manages the day to day aspect of the Pasta Evangelists Kitchen. Oversees all aspects of the Pasta Evangelists business through creating a culture to be proud of, making sure that Food/Health and Safety regulations are complied, coaching and supporting, motivating and engaging all employees. Has responsibility for achieving above average results. Opening hours: from 10.00am to 2.00am from Monday to Sunday What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists: - Attend meetings when required. - Embrace and embed new changes in PE systems and processes. - Training the new starters according to the company guidelines. - Coaching and supporting team members in their development. Highlights high performing individuals. - Track team absences and report them to your Area Manager/Deputy Area Manager. - Make sure all statutory and company Health, Safety and Food Hygiene regulations are complied and take corrective actions if required. - Help to create a customer focused environment. - Manage and report all customer complaints (including the food poisoning and Foreign body allegation) in line with company policy. - Implement the lead from the front mindset and set a clear example of Product quality for all to follow. - Consistently seek to maximise the products available at all times, increasing sales and customer satisfaction. - Clear communication of Sales Goals, striving to consistently exceed sales targets. - Train the team on all new products enabling them to drive sales. - Maximise the profitability of the Kitchen by understanding and controlling all kitchen costs (e.g. labour, food). - Review all daily paperwork to ensure compliance and report to the Area Manager/Deputy Area Manager where necessary. Who you are: - You’ve worked in a fast-paced kitchen or food retail environment before and understand how priorities can quickly change. - You have experience of managing a diverse workforce. - You are customer-focused, and enjoy interacting with customers. - You don’t turn a blind eye to issues….. you jump on them and have a desire to solve them! - You have a strong desire to fight for the product quality and will go the extra mile to deliver a strong customer experience. - You are hugely detailed oriented and don’t ever cut corners - You love working in a team and helping to manage other chefs in the kitchen! - You can clearly communicate both verbally and in writing - ... A pasta lover! What we can offer: - £13.5 per hour - £14.5 per hour from midnight onwards. - Monthly bonus according to site performance - Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team - Regular team socials as well as occasional trips to ‘il bel paese’ - Free Pasta Evangelists products - Free Italian and English lessons - Discounted gym membership - Cycle to work scheme - Development Opportunities - you can grow inside the business

General Manager, Bistro Freddie, Shoreditch, from HAM. Restaurants Bistro Freddie is a 45- cover bistro in the heart of Shoreditch, showcasing the best of British produce and French wine. Working alongside Anna, head chef (Erst, Suppher) our General Manager will bring old school hospitality to Shoreditch with big, heart warming, and indulgent dishes. We're in search of a hands-on leader with a keen operational acumen and a genuine focus on people. This role requires someone who can not only maintain our current success but also drive it to new heights. A proactive and ambitious mindset is key, as we value individuals who can take initiative and think outside the box. Our restaurants thrive on a dynamic, entrepreneurial spirit, and we're looking for someone who can both contribute to and foster this energy independently. General Managers can expect: - Up to £50,000 per annum - Weekly management meetings with support from Operations, People, Events and Wine departments - Development plans and progression opportunities as part of a growing group - Training and trips - Free welcome meal for 2 - 50% off dining and drinks for you and 3 guests any of HAM. Restaurants - 20% off retail wine price - Opportunity to work with our wider teams at different sites, internal and external events, food, and drinks collabs, weddings and food fairs etc. HAM. Restaurants are Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen We are on the lookout for a head pastry Chef to join our restaurant team at Méli-mélo Working at MÉLI-MÉLO will give you the opportunity to create high quality dishes using great produce and suppliers, working alongside the chef-patron himself and our down to earth kitchen team. We are committed to investing in our people and fostering a strong sense of family and mutual respect. We celebrate individuality and diversity within our team You will have opportunities to develop, progress and learn from our inspiring leaders, who encourage creativity and welcome new ideas

Job Description Our mission at IBIS London City Shoreditch is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell. A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you! As our Food & Beverage Team Member , you… Deliver consistent and memorable service to all our guests. Connect and work together with your team to ensure every guest leaves with a wish to return. Take orders and send them to kitchen staff. Check ordered meals on collection from kitchen and deliver to guests. Keep tables and service areas clean and tidy as per procedure manual. Maintain hygienic food service techniques during service. Provide efficient, friendly and professional service to all guests, making all guests experience positive. Are a sparkling, upbeat personality able to quickly build rapport in a fast-paced environment. You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position and be in possession of a current work visa. In line with the requirements set by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. A little more information: We believe that our people are at the heart of everything we do which is why we are committed to offering you a comprehensive training programme that will support you at every step in your new role. We offer a place where you can “Be All You Are” as part of a diverse team that delivers memorable hospitality and strives to exceed guests' expectations. Our hotel offers 348rooms, Restaurant & Bar. To ensure you can best welcome and care for our guests you will need to be fluent in English. Understanding things from our guest’s perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one-night stay for you to experience this first hand. If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Waiter/Waitress, please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you! One more thing… By working at IBIS London City Shoreditch you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. With us, you can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Work Experience Great communication skills Well organized Problem solving abilities Full Flexible working between Monday to Sunday. Benefits As part of our team you can have: Salary – £ 13.16/hour Free night stays in our UK hotels and up to 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies) Complimentary stays in UK hotel (Bonus Breaks Vouchers - subject to availability and T&C) Pension Scheme Talent gym access Additional holidays with service Delicious complimentary meals on duty prepared by our creative chefs Career opportunities across a network of international brands Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries Participate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world And many more benefits and perks : Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality And more: recommend a friend scheme; Employee Advisory Service (all benefits subject to availability and T&C) Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong. Information on the processing of personal data When you submit an application to IBIS London City Shoreditch, trading as AccorInvest UK, the company processes some of your personal data to consider and manage your application. We may also process data supplied to us by third parties, for example one or more of your former employers or a third-party supplier of personality questionnaires. Please note that your answers to any questionnaire will not lead to an automated decision. In our capacity as data controller, we ensure that we comply with all legislation relating to the protection of personal data (in particular the retained EU law version of the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and the Data Protection Act 2018). Information relating to the processing of candidates' personal data and to the exercise of their rights of access, opposition, rectification and deletion is available in our Employee Privacy Policy.

Full job description Assistant General Manager Based at the heart of our neighbourhoods, and residential enviroment, Louis Earlsfield is a truly all-day dining restaurant, serving up delicious food from breakfast brunch and dinner. Grab & go and a Deli too. Assistant General Managers at Louis restaurant are experienced with high volume, fast paced all day dining environments. You work closely with your General Manager & Head Chef to lead the restaurant, creating magical experiences for our guests, engage & motivate your team and drive excellent results. We are team players; we have a lot of fun and support each other. Life at Louis Earlsfield • Competitive salaries, up to £42k pa. • Investment in YOU! You’ll be provided with comprehensive training when you start, as well as continued opportunities for personal progression & development – we are committed to developing our future Operators internally. • 48-hour contracts and a commitment ensuring you get a good work/life • 75%off food and 50% off drinks when visiting Louis or anybother company site. • End of shifts staff drink • Plus, the standard ones you would expect: auto-enrolment in our pension scheme, holiday, & bottomless hot drinks on shifts Are you our next Louis Earlsfield Assistant General Manager? • Love the buzz of running a busy, always evolving restaurant, • An approachable and engaging leader, • Driven to deliver exceptional service & standards, • Strong business acumen, able to control metrics and drive sales. LOUIS restaurant is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

An exciting opportunity to join a growing independent cold-pressed juice bar with two sites based in World's End, Chelsea & Notting Hill. Our business is driven by a wholehearted mission to provide fresh food & drink that makes a positive, long-lasting impact on our health & wellness. Our range of products includes cold-pressed juices, smoothies, açaí bowls, salads, hot foods & a range of desserts/snacks. We’re looking for a reliable Kitchen Manager to directly manage our central kitchen, supervising a team of 2-3 production chefs and producing our juicing, food and desserts/snacks. The Kitchen Manager should be a strong leader, well organised and extremely self-motivated and committed, ideally with an interest or passion for fresh foods. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of an exciting and growing business as well as to play an integral role in its ongoing development. Key responsibilities of the Kitchen Manager / CPU Manager / Head Chef - Supervise juicing, food and pastry production to ensure the range is consistently produced to an excellent standard of quality and visual presentation and ensuring labelling and specs are followed. - Meeting production and delivery deadlines and working to labour, cogs and wastage targets. - Ensure smooth and timely delivery of products from CPU to retail stores and communicating any issues clearly to FOH teams. - Team management including recruitment, training, rotas and performance reviews. - Raise weekly and ad hoc orders. - Maintain relationships and liaising with existing and new suppliers to achieve best pricing. - Liaise with suppliers regarding any issues with regards to quality issues/stock/deliveries. - Adhering to health & safety requirements and maintaining excellent hygiene standards. - Assist with menu development or operational changes to improve efficiencies. Key requirements of the Kitchen Manager / CPU Manager / Head Chef - Proven experience in a kitchen management role of 1+ years or looking for a next step up. - Professional with an all-round, multitasking attitude. - Solid leadership and training qualities, enthusiastic and able to motivate a team to achieve excellent quality standards. - Highly organized, positive and calm under pressure. Able to adapt to the flow and quick moving pace of a commercial production kitchen. - Highly responsible, self-motivated and autonomous in work ethic. - Excellent communication and management skills. - Analytical, good eye for detail with excellent problem solving skills. - Experience in using database/reporting systems is a plus. - Level 2 food hygiene & safety certificate. - A passion for/ experience working with fresh food is a bonus. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40,000.00-£43,000.00 per year Schedule: Day shift Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Performance bonus - Work Location: In person