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Head Chef – Romanian & Mediterranean Restaurant La Masa Restaurant – Barking, London (IG11) Job Title: Head Chef Location: Barking, East London Job Type: Full-time About Us La Masa is a Romanian and Mediterranean restaurant based in Barking. We are looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated Head Chef to take charge of our kitchen and lead our food operation. The Role We are looking for a confident Head Chef who can independently manage the kitchen, maintain high food standards and bring creativity and consistency to our Romanian and Mediterranean menu. Key Responsibilities • Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen., • Prepare and oversee authentic Romanian and Mediterranean dishes., • Plan menus, specials and daily food preparation., • Manage kitchen staff and organise kitchen duties., • Maintain excellent food quality, presentation and consistency., • Control food costs, stock levels and ordering., • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene., • Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during busy service periods. Requirements • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef., • Strong knowledge of Romanian and Mediterranean cuisine., • Ability to manage and lead a kitchen team., • Good organisational and communication skills., • Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety., • English-speaking candidates preferred., • Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently. Working Hours • Tuesday: 10am – 9pm, • Wednesday: 10am – 9pm, • Thursday: 10am – 9pm, • Saturday: 10am – 12am, • Sunday: 10am – 9pm / 12am (to be confirmed) What We Offer • Opportunity to lead and develop the kitchen., • Friendly working environment., • Full-time position., • Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.

We are looking for a Head Chef to join our busy Pho restaurant in Canary Wharf. Our kitchen has a wonderful team of chefs who work very hard and are great at what they do, so it's important we find the right Head Chef who is going to be supportive, friendly and hands-on, always ready to help in the different sections of the kitchen. ++Salary offer of up to £47,000 includes earnings received through tronc.++ ++And on top of that, a bonus reward of up to £6,000! ++ Who and what is Pho? We are named after Vietnams famous noodle soup- PHỞ. A rich bowl of broth, rice noodle and plenty of meat (or veggies)! But we also have more amazing things to offer in our menu... Here are some examples of some of the many fresh dishes we cook and serve everyday: • Freshly handmade spring & summer rolls, • Homemade pork & lemongrass meatballs, • Crunchy, fresh and flavoursome salads, • Delicious rich curries, • Wok-fried noodles topped with meat, tofu or more healthy vegetables We have grown into a nationwide business, with our teams bringing our fresh food and fantastic service to cities and towns all over the country, building a steady following of 'Pho-natics' wherever we go! What Pho can offer you! • Free fresh meals at work, • 50% off all food and drink when dining in our restaurants, for you and up to 5 friends!, • Get paid every 2 weeks! Or..., • ... Get paid quicker with our Wagestream, • We love to work hard and play even harder at our awesome annual parties!, • Earn more money if your friends join us (£100-£1000 extra for each friend), • Confidential Employer Assistance Program, to support you with any troubles you may be facing., • Company pension, • Amazing training during your first few weeks and beyond, • A nice Bonus! Of up to £6,000 a year! What Pho is looking for: • Hands on chefs who are passionate about cooking fresh, vibrant and flavoursome food., • Head Chef with minimum x2 years' in role., • Experience managing a team of chefs. In Pho we have wok chefs, lines chefs and sous chefs to support you., • Strong knowledge in food safety and managing compliance within health and safety regulations, • Experience controlling stock and par levels through mindful ordering., • Comfortable using different systems as part of your day-to-day. E.g. Acquire for stock ordering. #INDHGH

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our independent Pakistani restaurant in Gants Hill. The successful candidate will oversee food preparation and maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and kitchen organisation.

Need head chef our bistro restaurant in Walthamstow VillageWe are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef to lead our kitchen at Ruff’s Bistro.Responsibilities: • Full kitchen management and daily operations, • Menu development and seasonal specials, • Stock control and supplier management, • Maintaining high food quality and presentation • Previous experience as Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up, • Strong leadership and organisational skills, • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations, • Ability to work under pressure What we offer: • Competitive salary (based on experience), • Supportive working environment

Job Ref: PER1718 Branch: Tattu Canary Wharf Location: Tattu Canary Wharf, London Salary/Benefits: £14.71 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 0 Posted date: 05/11/2026 Closing date: 17/12/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • You will be committed to maintaining the highest cleanliness standards within our kitchen., • Great attention to detail, taking pride and always working to the best of your ability., • Support the chefs in the preparation of food to deliver the best service for our guests., • Demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift., • Willingness to learn new skills and continuously improve. Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration

We are looking for an outstanding and talented Sous Chef to join our the team at the Only 20 minutes from the city, The Red Lion is an eclectic, warm, and welcoming public house which has been serving locals since around 1870. Our 10 bedroom boutique hotel places an emphasis on vintage glamour with decorative wallpapers, antique furniture and luxurious fabric to guarantee an enjoyable stay with us. Our gorgeous antique ballroom provides a perfect setting for weddings, birthdays or big parties, while our secret beer garden is great for soaking up the sunshine and enjoying a selection of dishes from our kitchen ranging from pub classics to a banging Sunday roast. A pub at the heart of the community. Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company ! Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for. This amazing opportunity is ideal for someone who loves working with fresh premium and seasonal products and preferably experience within gastro pubs; loves working in a busy kitchen; understands and delivers a perfect service with or without the Head Chef present; can lead the kitchen team to success consistently and is excited by innovation and change to secure outstanding results for the business. You Are: • Able to take responsibility for our kitchen team in absence of the Head Chef to ensure service, safety and security expectations are all met to the the highest of standards, • Passionate about training our team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to excite our customers and deliver outstanding food, • Able to work with the Head Chef to train and uphold the agreed standards, • Able to assist the General Manager and Head Chef in identifying potential opportunities and products to maximise sales and enhance the customer experience, • Able to prepare and present all our food dishes to an outstanding standard of presentation as appropriate for the day of the week and time of day, • Able to support the Head Chef in the development, implementation and review of the menu to maximise sales in line with pub vision and business plan What's in it for me: • Competitive salary + bonus, • Be part of a brand new opening, • Training and development, • Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner, • Get out and about, you automatically get discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants, • Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere, • Goes without saying, but we'll feed you during your shift, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times, • Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral, • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us, • Cycle to work scheme Interested in hearing more? Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic!

Job Ref: PER1720 Branch: Tattu Canary Wharf Location: Tattu Canary Wharf, London Salary/Benefits: £16.96 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 0 Posted date: 05/11/2026 Closing date: 17/12/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Support your team during busy services to create positive energy and a productive environment., • Show versatility with your skills and experience working in all sections of professional kitchens., • Ability to remain calm during pressurised services., • Demonstrate experienced knife skills and impeccable attention to detail., • Show determination to deliver the best product and demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift to inspire those around you., • Demonstrate a desire to push culinary boundaries and learn new skills and techniques to deliver new and unique dishes . Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration

Temporary School Chef 📍 Location: Waltham Forest 💷 Pay Rate: £19 per hour 🕖 Hours: 7:00am – 2:30pm 📅 Start: Immediate 📌 Duration: Ongoing booking We are currently looking for an experienced School Chef to join a school in the Waltham Forest area, starting immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and enthusiastic chef looking for ongoing temporary work, working Monday to Friday during school hours. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for pupils and staff, • Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, • Following food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures, • Managing kitchen operations efficiently, • Working as part of a friendly catering team, • Ensuring meals are prepared and served on time Requirements • Previous experience as a School Chef or within a similar education/catering environment, • Good knowledge of food hygiene and allergen requirements, • Reliable, punctual and well organised, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Relevant food hygiene qualification preferred If you are available immediately and interested in this opportunity, please get in touch today to apply.

Job Ref: PER1719 Branch: Tattu Canary Wharf Location: Tattu Canary Wharf, London Salary/Benefits: £15.21 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 0 Posted date: 05/11/2026 Closing date: 17/12/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Support your team during busy services to create positive energy and a productive environment., • Show versatility with your skills and experience working in all sections of professional kitchens., • Ability to remain calm during pressurised services., • Demonstrate experienced knife skills and impeccable attention to detail., • Show determination to deliver the best product and demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift to inspire those around you., • Demonstrate a desire to push culinary boundaries and learn new skills and techniques to deliver new and unique dishes . Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration

WE ARE HIRING – HEAD CHEF FOR STEAKHOUSE AVA STEAKHOUSE Ava Steakhouse is looking for an experienced, passionate and talented Steak Chef to join our kitchen team. We are looking for a chef with a strong background in high-end restaurants, excellent knowledge of premium cuts of meat and the ability to deliver consistently high-quality steak dishes. Requirements • Minimum 5 years’ experience working in high-end restaurants., • Strong experience in steak preparation and cooking., • Excellent knowledge of premium cuts of beef and cooking techniques., • High standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene., • Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant environment., • Professional attitude, reliability and strong teamwork skills., • Ability to design innovative menus using seasonal and high-quality ingredients, • Stock control Full knowledge, • Minimum 2 professional references required. Position Details • Position: Steak Chef, • Salary: £45,000–£50,000 gross per annum, depending on experience., • Contract: Full-time, • Location: Ava Steakhouse, • 6 days - 1 day off How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their CV, along with details of at least two professional references. Only candidates with proven experience in high-end restaurant kitchens will be considered. Join the team at Ava Steakhouse and be part of delivering an exceptional dining experience.

Job Ref: PER1717 Branch: Tattu Canary Wharf Location: Tattu Canary Wharf, London Salary/Benefits: £49,000 OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 45 Posted date: 05/11/2026 Closing date: 17/12/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Show your experience and ability to manage large sections of guests during busy periods to deliver an impeccable level of service and attention to detail., • Inspire your team to deliver the owners vision, to bring a unique and immersive dining experience to our guests., • Show your passion for learning and developing new skills., • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of food and beverage and understanding customers specific needs to deliver a unique experience., • Adapt your style to different situations and different customer requirements., • Inspire the team to deliver impeccable service with unwavering attention to detail to our guests., • Willingness to share your knowledge with junior members of the team so they are continually learning and developing. Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration

JOB PURPOSE Your role As second-in-command, you will support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, coordinating the kitchen brigade and maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and service. You will provide hands-on leadership, support staff development and take responsibility for the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES What you’ll be doing • ● Lead the brigade. Lead and coordinate Chefs de Partie, Commis Chefs, preparation cooks and kitchen assistants, allocating tasks according to skills and service requirements., • ● Set the stage. Organise preparation and kitchen stations so the team is ready for service and dishes are delivered on time., • ● Protect the standard. Maintain consistent standards in flavour, cooking methods, portion sizes and presentation., • ● Shape the menu. Contribute ideas to seasonal menus, new dishes and special events., • ● Run a smart kitchen. Support ordering, accurate stock records and stock rotation; control ingredient usage and reduce food waste. • ● Keep it safe. Maintain food safety, allergen management and hygiene procedures, completing required records and supporting safe working practices., • ● Grow the team. Coach colleagues, support new starters and encourage clear communication and teamwork., • ● Look after the space. Keep equipment, workstations and storage areas clean, organised and properly maintained; report faults promptly., • ● Step up when it counts. Respond calmly to operational challenges and lead the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence. PERSON SPECIFICATION What we’re looking for Essential qualifications • ● NVQ Level 2 or above in Professional Cookery, or an equivalent recognised culinary qualification., • ● A minimum of Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene. Essential experience and knowledge • ● Experience working in a busy professional kitchen, with the ability to support daily preparation and service., • ● Strong practical cooking skills and knowledge of ingredients, cooking techniques and a variety of cuisines., • ● Experience guiding colleagues, allocating tasks or supporting the coordination of kitchen service., • ● Knowledge of food safety, allergen management, stock rotation, portion control and waste reduction. Essential skills and personal qualities • ● A hands-on leadership style, with the ability to motivate, coach and support others., • ● Clear communication and a positive, respectful approach to teamwork., • ● Strong organisation, time management and attention to detail., • ● The ability to remain calm under pressure and solve problems during busy service periods., • ● Creativity, pride in food quality and a commitment to consistent standards., • ● Reliability and flexibility to work a rota including weekends and occasional evenings, with occasional travel as required.

Job Ref: PER1730 Branch: Tattu Canary Wharf Location: Tattu Canary Wharf, London Salary/Benefits: Up to £17.21 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 0 Posted date: 11/11/2026 Closing date: 11/12/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Demonstrate your passion for customer service to deliver a warm welcome and unique and special experience to guests., • Support your team to create a positive and infectious energy that excites guests before, during and at the end of their Tattu experience so that they leave with a smile., • Demonstrate your determination to deliver impeccable service with an eye for detail – picking up on the little things that will make guests feel special., • Use your personable skills to respond to different situations and different customer requirements., • Demonstrate a desire to go further in your career and learn new skills. Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration

• Looking for a chef that wants to cook real food in a serious but relaxed atmosphere., • You will be working with our head chef Chris Gillard who brings with him experience such as 15years as Head chef at St John plus other well known kitchens as Andrew Edmonds, Quo Vardis and The Pig & Butcher., • We use the very best suppliers such as Swaledale, Fin & Flounder and Neal’s Yard., • We do flexible rotas with you in mind and have no early starts or late finishes.

Pizza/Pasta Italian Chef About Figo At Figo, we celebrate real Italian cooking. Our kitchen is built on authentic recipes, regional influences, and high-quality Italian ingredients, bringing the true flavours of Italy to Broadway Market. From Sardinian inspiration to classic pasta and pizza, everything we create is rooted in tradition and passion. The Role We are looking for a skilled Pizza & Pasta Chef to join our kitchen team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, consistent dishes while supporting a fast-paced and professional kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook pizza and fresh pasta dishes to a high standard, • Maintain consistency in quality, taste, and presentation, • Support daily kitchen operations and service flow, • Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met, • Work closely with the Head Chef and team About You • You have a strong passion for Italian cuisine and traditional cooking, • You take pride in quality, consistency, and attention to detail, • You enjoy working with fresh, authentic ingredients, • You are organised, fast, and calm under pressure, • You are a team player with a positive and proactive attitude, • You are committed to delivering real Italian flavour in every dish Why Join Figo • Work with authentic Italian ingredients and techniques, • Be part of a passionate kitchen team, • Opportunity to grow and develop your skills, • Located in a vibrant and well-known food destination Benefits: • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount Application question(s): • Do you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the UK? Experience: • Italian cuisine: 1 year (required) Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

Join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses. Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, ambitious food business? Do you enjoy leading a team, solving problems on the production floor, and making sure operations run smoothly? If you're passionate about food production, efficiency, and delivering high-quality products to customers, we'd love to hear from you. We're Planthood, one of the UK's fastest-growing health food companies. Our mission is simple: to help people live healthier, happier lives by making delicious plant-based whole foods more accessible. From our production kitchen in East London, we prepare and deliver thousands of meals across the UK every week. Since launching from Hilary & Will's kitchen in 2020, we've cooked over 4 million meals, appeared on BBC Dragons' Den, and grown by more than 300% year-on-year. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) to take ownership of one of the most important stages of our production process. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, improving processes and making a real impact on the day-to-day success of our operation. Role Overview The Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) is responsible for coordinating and leading one of the most important areas of Planthood's production operation. Our production process is divided into two key departments: Kitchen Production and Packing & Dispatch Production. Once our chefs have prepared sauces and meal components, your team takes over. You'll oversee the depositing process, ensuring our chef made sauces are accurately portioned into pouches using our Riggs Autopack depositing machines, before being sealed using our continuous stand-up sealing machine and prepared for dispatch. As Planthood continues to scale, you'll help lead the introduction of our new twin-head depositing machine and support the launch of our hot filling operation, playing an important role in the next phase of our production growth. You'll coordinate a small production team, keep production running efficiently, maintain high food safety and quality standards, and ensure customer orders are produced accurately and on time. This role combines production coordination, team leadership, equipment ownership, food safety, operational reporting and continuous improvement. Working closely with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring products move efficiently through production and into our customers' homes. Key Responsibilities Production Coordination • Coordinate daily depositing and packing operations to achieve production targets., • Allocate tasks and manage workflow across the team throughout the shift., • Monitor productivity, efficiency and output during production runs., • Adapt production plans in real time to respond to operational changes., • Ensure production plans are completed accurately and on schedule., • Lead by example and create a positive, motivated and accountable team culture. Depositing Operations • Coordinate the daily operation of our Riggs Autopack Model 1000 depositing machines., • Ensure hot and cold sauces are deposited accurately and consistently., • Oversee the sealing process using our continuous stand-up sealing machine., • Ensure packaging, sealing and labelling standards are maintained., • Monitor allergen controls and food safety procedures throughout production., • Minimise waste and maximise production efficiency., • Support new product launches and production trials. Equipment Ownership & Process Management • Become the operational owner of the depositing and sealing equipment., • Carry out machine start-up, shut-down and routine operational checks., • Troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues and resolve minor faults where possible., • Escalate maintenance issues where required and work with relevant teams to minimise downtime., • Support the implementation of new equipment and production technologies. Dispatch & Stock Control • Coordinate finished goods counts and dispatch readiness., • Ensure products are organised, labelled, counted and prepared correctly for shipment., • Maintain accurate production and dispatch records., • Support stock accuracy and product traceability., • Work closely with the Warehouse and Dispatch teams to ensure smooth operational flow. Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure team adherence to HACCP, allergen management and food safety standards., • Complete and review production records and operational documentation., • Support investigations into quality issues and operational incidents., • Escalate food safety, quality and compliance concerns appropriately., • Maintain audit readiness within the depositing and dispatch areas. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, support and motivate the depositing and dispatch team., • Train and onboard new team members on production processes and equipment., • Monitor team performance and maintain accountability to standards., • Conduct regular coaching and feedback conversations., • Support the development of team capability and future talent. Communication & Stakeholder Liaison • Act as the main point of contact for depositing and dispatch operations., • Communicate effectively with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams., • Use Slack, spreadsheets and production reporting tools to communicate operational updates., • Flag production risks, delays, shortages and operational concerns., • Support coordination across departments to ensure production targets are achieved. Continuous Improvement • Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement., • Drive improvements in production efficiency, workflow and organisation., • Support the implementation of new systems, processes and operational changes., • Contribute ideas that improve productivity, quality and team performance. Key Skills & Competencies • Previous experience in a food manufacturing or production environment., • Experience leading or coordinating a small production team., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and support others., • Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles., • Confident numerical skills and ability to work with production targets and operational data., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets., • Comfortable using communication tools such as Slack and email., • Ability to troubleshoot operational and equipment issues., • Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments., • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment. Key Behaviours • Strong sense of ownership and accountability., • Leads by example and sets high standards., • Proactive and solutions-focused., • Calm and organised under pressure., • Positive, professional and supportive., • Committed to food safety, quality and operational excellence., • Strong attention to detail., • Open to learning and continuous improvement., • Ambitious and motivated to grow with the business. What We Offer • A chance to join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses., • Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress your career., • A supportive, ambitious and collaborative team environment., • The opportunity to make a real impact as we continue to grow.

Sales & Business Development Executive Remote (UK / EU timezones) · Full time, contractor, part-time · Intern, mid-level, 1+ years of outbound sales experience About this role OhMyFood is building a marketplace connecting passionate home chefs with customers looking for fresh, authentic home-cooked food. We're looking for a motivated, persuasive and results-driven Sales & Business Development Executive to help grow our network of home chefs across London. Your primary responsibility will be to contact potential home chefs, explain the OhMyFood opportunity, overcome objections, follow up consistently and convert qualified leads into successfully onboarded and active chefs. You'll manage leads through our sales platform, handle outbound calls and WhatsApp conversations, identify new sales opportunities and work towards clear weekly and monthly acquisition targets. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys speaking with people, knows how to build trust, takes ownership of their work and consistently follows through without needing constant reminders. This is a hands-on, target-driven role where success is measured by actual conversions and activated chefs, not simply the number of calls made. You'll work closely with the founder and core team, receive structured onboarding and have opportunities to take on greater responsibility as OhMyFood grows. Key responsibilities • Manage, qualify and convert inbound and outbound sales leads through OhMyFood's CRM and sales platform., • Contact potential home chefs through outbound phone calls, WhatsApp, email and other approved communication channels., • Clearly communicate OhMyFood's value proposition and explain how home chefs can earn additional income through the platform., • Build trust with prospective chefs, understand their needs, handle objections and persuade suitable candidates to join., • Own the complete chef acquisition process from initial contact to registration, verification, menu setup and activation., • Consistently achieve agreed daily, weekly and monthly sales activity and chef acquisition targets., • Maintain accurate CRM records, including lead status, call outcomes, conversation notes, follow-up dates and next actions., • Proactively follow up with interested leads and ensure no qualified opportunity is forgotten or left unattended., • Identify and research new potential home chefs through social media, online communities, referrals and other relevant sources., • Develop and improve sales pitches, objection-handling approaches and follow-up strategies to increase conversion rates., • Work closely with marketing and operations teams to improve lead quality and resolve onboarding challenges., • Monitor sales funnel performance, including contact rates, qualified leads, applications, verified chefs and activated chefs., • Provide daily activity updates and weekly performance reports, including targets achieved, conversion rates, challenges and next steps., • Collect feedback from prospective chefs and suggest improvements to OhMyFood's onboarding experience and sales processes., • Take independent ownership of assigned targets, proactively identify problems and recommend solutions without requiring constant supervision., • Represent OhMyFood professionally, communicate honestly and avoid misleading income claims or high-pressure sales tactics. Qualifications • Ideal candidate would be atleast 1 year of hands-on experience in outbound sales, telesales, business development, lead conversion or customer acquisition., • Proven track record of achieving or exceeding measurable sales, lead conversion or customer acquisition targets., • Strong persuasive communication, relationship-building, negotiation and objection-handling skills., • Experience making outbound sales calls, conducting follow-ups and converting prospective customers or business partners., • Ability to confidently explain a product or business opportunity, communicate its value and persuade prospects without misleading or pressuring them., • Hands-on experience using CRM or lead management systems to track sales pipelines, interactions, follow-ups and conversions., • Demonstrated ability to independently manage assigned leads and consistently follow up without supervision., • Strong understanding of sales funnels, lead qualification, conversion rates and target-based performance metrics., • Ability to research and generate new leads through online communities, social media, referrals and other outreach channels., • Comfortable communicating with UK customers and business prospects through phone calls, WhatsApp and email., • Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build trust and explain information clearly., • Experience handling objections, rejections, difficult conversations and hesitant prospects while maintaining professionalism., • Highly organised, disciplined, proactive and accountable, with strong time management and attention to detail., • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment and consistently deliver agreed results., • Willingness to learn new sales techniques, adapt to feedback and continuously improve personal performance., • Ability to demonstrate past sales achievements using actual numbers, including call volumes, leads handled, conversion rates and targets achieved., • Experience in food, hospitality, marketplaces, consumer services or startup sales is advantageous but not mandatory., • Experience using HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho CRM, Pipedrive or similar sales tools is desirable., • A degree is not mandatory. Practical sales ability, integrity, commitment and measurable results are more important. Why join OhMyFood? Be part of an ambitious food-tech startup building a marketplace for authentic home-cooked food.Work directly with the founder and core team, with meaningful ownership over business development and chef acquisition.Play a direct role in helping passionate home chefs turn their cooking skills into additional earning opportunities.Gain practical experience in outbound sales, customer acquisition, business development, negotiation and marketplace growth.See the measurable impact of your work through successfully onboarded chefs and business growth.Work in a supportive, fast-moving environment where initiative, honesty, accountability and independent thinking are valued.Receive structured onboarding, regular performance feedback and opportunities for greater responsibility as the business grows.Help build a company where your contribution genuinely matters, with compensation and career progression based on clearly agreed terms.

We are seeking a pizza chef with experience working with biga. There may be an opportunity to reopen our delivery service, with a percentage-based partnership arrangement. The successful candidate would help manage the pizzeria under our brand while maintaining consistently high standards of quality.

Junior Sous Chef Pay: £16–£20 per hour + Tronc + Cash Tips Job Type: Full-time About the Role We are looking for a passionate, motivated and experienced Junior Sous Chef to join our growing kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering high-quality food and is ready to take the next step in their culinary career. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, supporting daily kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality and consistency. Key Responsibilities • Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations., • Prepare and deliver dishes to consistently high standards., • Supervise and motivate junior kitchen team members., • Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and safety standards., • Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising food waste., • Ensure smooth and efficient service during busy periods., • Contribute to menu development and continuous kitchen improvement. What We’re Looking For • Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie ready to progress., • Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for food., • Excellent teamwork, communication and leadership abilities., • Good understanding of food safety, HACCP and kitchen procedures., • Ability to remain organised and perform under pressure., • Positive attitude, reliability and willingness to learn and develop. Salary & Benefits • Competitive pay: £16–£20 per hour, • Tronc and cash tips on top of hourly pay, • Free meals during shifts, • Employee discounts, • Performance-based bonuses, • Opportunities for career progression, • Supportive and professional working environment Apply Now! If you’re an ambitious chef looking to develop your skills, take on more responsibility and become part of a passionate hospitality team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your CV and tell us why you’d be a great addition to our kitchen team!

Full job description Senior Chef de Partie Full-time – London Fields / Mare Street, East London About the role Rocola Studio is a kitchen and bar in Hackney built around a changing programme of guest chefs, residencies, events and collaborations. We’re looking for a Senior Chef de Partie to join our permanent kitchen team and work alongside our Head Chef and visiting chefs. This is a hands-on role focused on making sure the kitchen is prepared, organised and ready for every service. You’ll be responsible for daily prep, supporting guest chefs during service, maintaining excellent cleanliness and organisation, and helping manage stock and food safety procedures. Because our menus and guest chefs change regularly, we’re looking for someone adaptable, organised and comfortable working with different styles of food and service. Key responsibilitiesPrep & service • Complete daily mise en place and prep to a high standard., • Ensure the kitchen is fully prepared and organised before service., • Work alongside and support visiting chefs during prep and service., • Adapt quickly to changing menus, ingredients and cooking techniques., • Help deliver smooth, efficient services through good communication and teamwork. Kitchen organisation & cleaning • Keep the kitchen, equipment, fridges and storage areas clean and organised at all times., • Complete daily cleaning duties and maintain high standards of hygiene., • Ensure equipment is properly cleaned, maintained and stored., • Help maintain an organised and efficient working environment. Ordering & stock control • Assist with food ordering and receiving deliveries., • Check stock levels and communicate ordering requirements., • Ensure stock is correctly stored, labelled and rotated., • Help control waste and maintain appropriate stock levels. Food safety & compliance • Complete and maintain daily fridge, freezer and food temperature records., • Follow all food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures., • Ensure food is correctly labelled, dated, stored and rotated., • Report any food safety, equipment or maintenance issues promptly. What we’re looking for • Experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie in a quality-led kitchen., • Strong preparation and organisational skills., • Good understanding of stock control and food ordering., • Strong knowledge of food hygiene and food safety procedures., • Reliable, proactive and comfortable taking responsibility., • Able to work calmly and efficiently during service., • Flexible and excited by working with different guest chefs, menus and cuisines. Other details • Full-time role based on Mare Street, East London., • Evening and weekend availability required., • Opportunity to work alongside a changing programme of guest chefs and collaborators., • Training and progression opportunities as the business grows. About us We’re the team behind Crudo and Tiny Wine, two independent London hospitality concepts built around great food, warm service and memorable experiences. Rocola Studio is our newest project: a flexible space where guest chefs, collaborations and events keep the programme constantly evolving. We’re building a place that’s creative, social and full of energy while maintaining strong operational and hospitality standards. Pay: £25,420.00-£38,000.00 per year Benefits: • Discounted or free food Work Location: In person

Farha is an independent bakery serving speciality coffee alongside a considered range of pastries and contemporary viennoiserie. Inspired by the flavours and hospitality of the Middle East, we combine traditional techniques, modern flavours and the best seasonal British produce to create something distinctive. We’re looking for an exceptional Head Baker & Pastry Chef to lead daily production, develop new products and seasonal ranges, and work closely with the founders to shape the future of the business. You’ll bring outstanding technical ability, a strong understanding of flavour, an eye for detail and the leadership skills to run a busy, high-volume bakery while maintaining exceptional standards. This is an opportunity to make your mark within an ambitious independent business, contribute to our growth and help shape what comes next. What we’re looking for • A strong background as a Senior Baker, Head Baker or Pastry Chef, ideally within an artisan bakery., • Excellent technical skills across viennoiserie and pastry, with a strong understanding of dough, lamination, fermentation and baking., • A keen understanding of flavour, seasonal ingredients and product development., • Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience managing and developing a team., • Excellent organisation and production-planning skills, with the ability to manage a busy, high-volume operation., • A good understanding of stock management, ordering, waste reduction and food costs., • A strong eye for detail, consistency and presentation, with pride in everything you produce., • A hands-on, proactive approach, with the ability to solve problems and continually improve processes., • A genuine passion for baking, creativity and hospitality, with the ambition to grow alongside the business.

looking for an experienced waiter or waitress with a passion for hospitality and excellent guest service. Previous experience in a fine dining restaurant or a high-quality bistro is essential, along with strong wine knowledge, confidence in recommending wines and professional wine service skills. The ideal candidate will be friendly, well-presented and attentive to detail, with the ability to work confidently as part of a team during busy service.

Senior Chef de Partie / Pizzaiolo – Hackney Wick, London. We're looking for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie / Pizza Chef to join our friendly Italian restaurant in Hackney Wick, London. The ideal candidate should be able to confidently manage the pizza section, including dough preparation, stretching, topping pizzas, oven management, and maintaining high quality standards. As we are a small and close-knit team, we're looking for someone who is flexible, proactive, and happy to help wherever needed. The role includes preparing simple pasta dishes and starters, supporting the head chef during service, assisting with stock control and orders, and helping keep the kitchen running smoothly. If you're interested, please send us your CV with a brief introduction. We look forward to hearing from you!

🍕 HEAD PIZZA CHEF WANTED – Vauxhall 🍕 Join the team at Made in Puglia – where passion meets pizza. We’re on the hunt for a talented Pizza Head Chef to take the lead in our Vauxhall location. If you're experienced, motivated, and ready to grow with a fast-moving, expanding brand — this is your moment. 🔥 What We Offer: £16–£17 per hour, depending on experience 45 hours/week contract 28 days paid holiday per year Bonuses Referral bonuses – get rewarded when you bring great people in A clear growth path with real opportunities for advancement as we continue expanding 👨‍🍳 What We’re Looking For: • A skilled Pizza Chef with strong experiencewith neapolitan style pizza and a deep passion for Italian food, • A true kitchen leader – able to train, motivate, and manage a team, • Someone who keeps the kitchen clean, organised, and running like clockwork, • Confident in making weekly rotas and managing food orders, • A proactive mindset and someone ready to grow with us long-term 🧑‍🍳 About Us: We’re Made in Puglia, a growing pizza brand that started in 2021 out of a food truck. From those humble beginnings, we’ve opened kitchens in Hackney, Vauxhall, and Tooting – and we’re still growing. We believe in rewarding hard work and giving real opportunities to our team. 📍 Location: Vauxhall 📅 Start Date: beginning of November 💼 Employment Type: Full-time

Full job description Experienced Weekend Brunch Chef Required – Almari Almari is a popular and very busy community café with a South Asian-inspired fusion kitchen. After two successful years, we’re looking for an experienced and reliable Weekend Chef to independently lead our kitchen every Saturday and Sunday. Our brunch menu is inspired by South Asian flavours, so we need a chef who either has experience with South Asian food or genuinely understands and appreciates its flavours and ingredients. The role includes: • Preparing and serving our South Asian-inspired brunch menu, • Independently managing the kitchen during busy service, • Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, • Food preparation and stock management, • Following food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and ready for service Applicants must have professional kitchen experience, ideally within a busy brunch café, and be confident taking full responsibility for running the kitchen. Almari Coffee, Aberfeldy Village (London E14 0TE) Saturday and Sunday Starting from £15+ per hour (depending on experience) To apply, please send your CV and a short message explaining your relevant kitchen experience. Pay: From £15.00 per hour Expected hours: 16.0 per week Benefits: • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount Application question(s): • Needs to be confident managing and leading a busy kitchen independently Experience: • Brunch chef: 1 year (required), • Chef: 1 year (required), • Kitchen management: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person

Chef de Partie (CDP) – Leytonstone Location: Leytonstone, London Pay: £14–£15 per hour, depending on experience Hours: Full-time / Part-time available We are looking for a passionate and reliable Chef de Partie (CDP) to join our kitchen team in Leytonstone. We are a friendly and welcoming team, and we are looking for someone who enjoys working in a positive environment, takes pride in their food, and can work well as part of a team. The Role As a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for: • Preparing and cooking food to a high standard, • Managing your section efficiently during service, • Following recipes, presentation standards and portion control, • Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, • Supporting the kitchen team during busy services, • Helping with stock rotation and preparation, • Working closely with the Head Chef and other kitchen team members What We’re Looking For • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role, • Good knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure, • Good teamwork and communication skills, • A positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Food hygiene knowledge is an advantage What We Offer • £14–£15 per hour, depending on experience, • Holiday pay, • Food provided on shift, • Friendly and supportive team, • Positive and relaxed atmosphere, • Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the kitchen If you are an enthusiastic CDP looking for a friendly place to work in Leytonstone, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join our team ! We are looking forward to hearing from you!