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The Role As Pizza Chef at Bing Bong, you’ll bring skill, focus, and care to the kitchen. Working closely with the Development Head Chef, you’ll play a key part in delivering consistent, high-quality pizzas, maintaining kitchen standards, and contributing to new ideas and specials that keep things fresh. What You’ll Be Responsible For Prep & Service: Mastering dough handling, stretch, topping, and oven cook – every pizza, every time Consistency: Following recipes and specs to keep standards sky high, even on the busiest shifts Quality Control: Spotting issues before they hit the pass – you're your own toughest critic Clean Kitchen, Clear Head: Keeping work areas tidy, following food safety rules, and taking pride in your space Stock & Waste: Helping with stock rotation and minimising waste – we care about efficiency and sustainability Teamwork: Working closely with your fellow chefs and FOH to keep service smooth and energy high Innovation: Supporting the Development Head Chef in testing new ideas, giving feedback, and contributing to menu development What You’ll Bring Experience in a pizza kitchen or fast-paced food environment Confidence working with dough, ovens, and fresh ingredients A calm head under pressure and pride in precision Great communication skills and a team-first approach A genuine love of food, flavour, and doing things properly Food hygiene knowledge and a clean, safe working style Our Values This is what we stand for at All the Best – it’s how we work, how we lead, and how we grow: Authentic – We’re honest with ourselves and our customers, keeping traditions while staying original and different. No bollocks, no shortcuts—just doing things the right way. Civic Pride – We’re arsed about our community, our customers, and our team. What we do should always benefit the people around us. Determined – We get shit done, even against the odds. We don’t sit around making excuses—we find a way to make it work. Resourceful – We work smart and make the most of what we’ve got. No waste, no unnecessary spending—just maximising what we already have to be as efficient and profitable as possible. Ambitious – We push for more. Every decision we make should make the business stronger and more profitable—we don’t settle, we improve. Why Join Us? Well, we’re an award-winning employer known for doing things properly, treating people right, and building brilliant places to work. Discount across the organisation: Enjoy discounts on food, drinks, and more across our network of establishments. Input into the development of the bar and the business: Your ideas and input matter to us. Contribute to the growth and success of our bar and the wider business through regular feedback, involvement in decision-making, and opportunities for networking and development trips. Commitment to development and progression: We’re dedicated to helping our team members grow and advance in their careers, with ongoing training, mentorship, and support to achieve your professional goals. 33 Days Annual Leave: Generous entitlement to rest, relax, and recharge. Service Charge: On average, £4k per annum—rewarding your hard work and dedication to outstanding service. Annual Bonus Opportunity: Up to £2,000 a year in recognition of exceptional performance. Length of Service Awards: Celebrate your commitment and loyalty with annual awards. Employee Perks: Access discounts on gyms, food, tech, holidays and more through various employee benefit platforms. Legal, Wellbeing & Therapy Advice: Support and guidance for every part of life – mental, emotional, and practical. If you’re looking for a supportive and rewarding environment where your contributions are valued and your career development is a priority, we’d love to hear from you.

Cooking, cleaning, and other support duties as instructed by the head chef, ensure that a kitchen's operations run smoothly.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Chef de Rang to join our passionate team at the three Michelin starred Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, located in Chelsea. Established in 1998, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay is our flagship destination, the jewel in the crown of Gordon Ramsay Restaurants. Holding three Michelin stars since 2001, the restaurant provides elegant modern French cuisine using only the finest seasonal ingredients and employing both classic and modern techniques. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay is a true mark of excellence, quality, and consistency, combining contemporary elegance and unparalleled service. Lead by Chef Patron Matt Abe. Matt upholds the history and prestige of the restaurant by maintaining the constant pursuit of perfection. Open for Lunch & Dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday & Monday. This is a full time position working from Tuesday until Saturday. We are looking for candidates who: · Have previous experience working within a Michelin Star environment · Are passionate about delivering the highest levels of service to our guests in an engaging and informative way · Be able to work effectively as part of a team and build rapport with our guests and the team · Desire to continuously learn and improve both knowledge and skills What you do as a Chef de Rang: · You pride yourself on having excellent product knowledge and going the extra mile to create memorable guest experiences · You’re confident to run a section and supervise the junior members of the team · You thrive on teamwork and support the management team to guarantee guests always have a fully positive dining experience · You’re keen to use your interpersonal skills, energy, and passion for food and wine to ensure the highest standards and performance targets are constantly achieved What we offer you: · Competitive Pay Rate · Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday · Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally including WSET Accreditation Levels 1-3 · Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment · A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants · 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family · Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels · 30% Discount on bookings for your Friends & Family in all UK Restaurants · MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy · 50% off Membership to CODE which includes unlimited access to industry offers across restaurants, bars and hotels · Amazing family meals on duty If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process. At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.

Hello from Rabbit Hole Cafe, 2 position available, vibrant bistro cafe in the heart of Holloway Road. In need of a head chef and sous chef, experience required with breakfasts and grills Experience and knowledge required !

Wood oven pizza chef wanted. Expected to make pizza dough, prepare incoming orders and communicate with customers. Ideally have experience with Italian wood oven.

We are searching for an 2 experienced, passionate and down-to-earth Assistant Chef to join our team for a new opening. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DON’T HAVE ANY EXPERIENCE! The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience in preparing high-quality food, has worked in a cafe environment and is capable of understanding and following instructions from the Head Chef as well as other members of the team. Experience in new shop opening is a plus! The Assistant Chef will be responsible for supporting the team by preparing meals, ensuring that all ingredients are properly stored and maintained and ordering additional food supplies when necessary and run a service independently. Responsibilities: Assist with preparations for food service and bakery. Demonstrate knowledge of food safety practices. Organize and store ingredients and supplies. Annotate food orders for preparation and presentation to the customer. Apply basic knowledge of recipe preparation, presentation, and service to maintain inventory levels of the restaurant. Communicate with other employees regarding food order processing, flow of employees through the kitchen, and any problems. Able to manage kitchen (alongside the rest of the team) on days when head chef is off. The is a full time position and part time position. You need to be able to work on weekends.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our vibrant team at our Italian restaurant. This is an exciting opportunity to work with high-quality ingredients in a fast-paced kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and helping lead a dedicated team. What we offer: • Competitive salary of £40,000 per year • 45 hours per week with 2 days off • 28 days of paid holiday per year • A professional, friendly working environment • The chance to be part of a growing, high-quality restaurant group What we’re looking for: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a similar setting • Passion for Italian cuisine and high standards in food preparation • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills • Ability to work under pressure and maintain consistency

Bow Bells Café, a busy and friendly family-run café in Romford Shopping Hall, is looking for a reliable, fast-working Kitchen Service Staff member to join our team. In this role, you’ll take the lead in the kitchen on your working days — preparing and serving hot food quickly and efficiently, managing food prep, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised. You’ll also work closely with the front-of-house team to make sure all food items go out together and on time. You don’t need to be a qualified chef, but you must have a good understanding of food and be confident handling a busy kitchen environment. What you’ll be doing: - Cooking and plating hot breakfast and lunch items to order - Leading on food prep (e.g. peeling, chopping, making soups and basic dishes) - Writing stock and prep lists and managing supplies - Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and hygienic - Communicating with front-of-house staff to coordinate food going out together - Supporting with general cleaning and washing up We’re looking for someone who: - Has experience working in a busy kitchen (preferred) - Has a good understanding of food and kitchen routines - Works quickly and stays calm under pressure - Has a high standard of personal hygiene and is clean and presentable - Is reliable, punctual, and self-motivated - Communicates clearly and works well with others - Understands and follows basic food hygiene and safety practices Why work with us? Bow Bells Café is a small, family-run business with a loyal customer base and a strong team atmosphere. You’ll be a key part of what makes our café run smoothly — helping us serve good food, fast, and with care.

Hi there! It's Sam and Luigi here. We run this great restaurant in Chelsea and we want you to be a part of it. Pizza Pilgrims started life in 2011, when 2 brothers took a “Pizza Pilgrimage” of discovery. Once home, they installed a Neapolitan pizza oven and sold their first pizza on Berwick St Market. Since then, they have opened pizzerias in London and Oxford (so they would be able to make pizza in the rain). As part of the pizzeria team, your role at Pizza Chef would be to support in the running of the kitchen, working closely with your team to ensure that we are always serving the best pizza to our guests. Ensuring the high standards we are all looking for requires every Chef to excel in two key areas: - Food, quality & safety: Our menu is simple and focused on Neapolitan style pizza. As Line Chef you will be the expert when it comes to our food, always ensuring our guests always receive the best pizza. You will also support the management team with the smooth running of every shift by keeping things safe, being well prepared for your shifts and supporting the Head Chef with controls within the kitchen. - Supporting the Team: We have a 'one team one dream' approach to everything we do. Team work is key to a smooth shift so we always help each other out no matter the role, helping to create that great pilgrims vibe we all love to work in every day. In return for your hard work we will: • Invest in your growth and development • Pay you a competitive rate including an equal share of tronc for all BOH and FOH teams plus bonus • Hold two full staff parties for everyone throughout the year, we even close our pizzerias so everyone can join in • Ensure you always have lots of fun • Feed you all the pizza you would like

We are looking for a Sonior CDP to join our professional team at Benugo Westminster Abbey. The cafes at Westminster Abbey serve freshly made traditional British mains, sandwiches, salads, and cakes. There is also a great opportunity, if you wish, to support the Head Chef in menu development and learn from working with an experienced team. We Offer: Rate: - up to £13.50 to £14.00per hour plus service charge. Shifts: 5 days out of 7 No night shift Contract: Full Time/ Permanent About the Chef de Partie role: Food preparation, stock rotation and food labelling General cleaning duties Ensuring high levels of Food and Health & Safety are maintained at all time Chef academy training available to improve your chef skills The ideal candidate will have experience working as a Chef de Partie within a fast-paced, high volume kitchen.

Tatar Bunar is a newly opened Ukrainian-Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Shoreditch, bringing soulful food, vibrant energy, and design-led hospitality to East London. Our kitchen is the heart of the operation, and we are looking for a reliable, hard-working Kitchen Porter (KP) to join our growing team. Role Responsibilities: Support chefs by keeping the kitchen clean, tidy, and well-organized at all times Wash and sanitize all kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery Assist with basic food preparation when required Manage waste and recycling correctly Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Handle deliveries and stock rotation under the supervision of the Head Chef Be a key part of maintaining the heart and energy of the kitchen team What We Are Looking For: Previous experience as a KP or kitchen assistant preferred (but not essential — training provided) Hard-working attitude with good stamina Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Good understanding of kitchen hygiene standards Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player Positive attitude and willingness to learn Right to work in the UK What We Offer: Competitive pay + staff meals during shifts Training and opportunities for career growth within the kitchen A friendly, supportive working environment A chance to join a brand new opening and grow with the team

We are an energetic company with restaurants in Middle East, Ne ,Italy and now opening new site in London . We are keen on our high-quality food and great efficient and friendly service. At "Pulia" we are currently looking for an eager and skilled Kitchen Porter, to join our passionate and friendly team on a permanent basis to start immediately. Overseen by our Head Chef our ideal candidate would be to have previous experience in a busy and fast paced environment. Your experience working in a fast-paced environment will be put to the test at your trial/interview stage. We expect for you to be flexible with availability, working any 2/3 days a week between Monday - Sunday. We also expect you to take full ownership in your role. We can offer a very competitive Salary and Bonuses as well as giving constant training and career development so apply today to hear more.

Love Cocoa – Chocolate Mousse Project Chef Love Cocoa is on a mission to create London’s most exciting chocolate experience — and we’re launching something new. We’re looking for an experienced and passionate chef to lead the development and production of a signature Chocolate Mousse collection for our flagship London shop. This is an opportunity to shape a high-profile new product that will sit at the heart of our brand. What You’ll Be Doing: • Preparing batches of premium chocolate mousse using our award-winning Love Cocoa chocolate (41%, 58%, and 70% blends) • Working from a dark kitchen initially, with the potential to move into a purpose-built kitchen space on-site later • Helping create a product designed to go viral — visually stunning, indulgent, and crafted with real flair • Collaborating closely with our founder and brand team to bring the vision to life • Maintaining impeccable quality, consistency, and food safety standards We’re Looking For: • A chef with strong pastry or dessert experience • Someone who knows how to balance creativity with consistent production • An understanding of high-end chocolate, texture, and presentation • A self-starter who takes pride in precision, finish, and product appeal • Someone excited by the idea of building something new and iconic The Project: • Immediate start • Part-time initially with flexible hours • Based in Central London (dark kitchen location TBC) If you want to be part of something special — and help launch London’s most talked-about chocolate mousse — we’d love to hear from you.