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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    15 hours ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Sous Chef – Luxury Aviation & Private Events Elevate Culinary Excellence at 30,000 Feet Are you a disciplined culinary leader with a passion for precision? We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our elite team specializing in bespoke catering for private aviation, high-end corporate events, and exclusive private experiences. This is not a standard line-cook role; it is an opportunity to craft restaurant-quality experiences for private clients from around the world. The Role As second-in-command, you will support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and leading a high-performing team. You will oversee the production of meticulous, multi-course menus that must maintain their integrity from the kitchen to the cabin or event venue. Key Responsibilities: • Production Leadership: Supervise meal production according to strict airline specifications and event run-sheets., • Quality Control: Ensure every dish meets our high standards and specifications before leaving our HQ., • Menu Innovation: Assist in developing seasonal, creative menus tailored to specific client dietary requirements., • Operational Excellence: Maintain rigorous hygiene and safety standards (HACCP/SALSA) and manage stock control to minimize waste., • Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in a premium kitchen environment (Michelin-starred, 2+ AA Rosette, or high-end event catering preferred)., • Skills: Understanding of diverse culinary techniques and the ability to plate attractively under pressure., • Logistics Mindset: Strong organizational skills to manage the complex timing of aviation and event delivery., • Attributes: Meticulous attention to detail, a positive leadership style, and absolute discretion when dealing with high-profile clients., • Competitive Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum, depending on experience., • Work-Life Balance: Many shifts follow straight-day patterns with occasional flexible evening requirements for events., • Environment: Work in a high spec facility with access to the finest premium ingredients and suppliers., • Growth: Real opportunities for career progression into Senior Sous or Head Chef roles within our expanding global group.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    18 days ago
    £14 hourly
    Full-time
    Teddington

    As a Sous Chef for our new opening, specializing in cocktails, cicchetti, and pizzas, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading the kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, quality, and presentation, and contributing to the development of our exciting menu. Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef in managing and overseeing daily kitchen operations., • Lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment., • Ensure all food is prepared to the highest culinary standards, maintaining consistency and quality., • Oversee inventory management, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing waste., • Contribute to menu development and innovation, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients for cicchetti and pizzas., • Ensure strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations., • Support the training and development of kitchen staff., • Manage the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie looking for career progression, ideally within an Italian or Mediterranean cuisine setting., • Strong leadership and organizational skills., • Excellent culinary skills with a passion for quality food and creative presentation., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

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  • Social Media Manager
    Social Media Manager
    1 month ago
    £38000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    La Mia Mamma LTD, a vibrant and fast-growing group of Italian restaurants (La Mia Mamma, Made in Italy & Fish&Bubbles), is on the hunt for a dynamic and highly creative Social Media Manager to join our team at our Chelsea HQ. If you have a passion for food, a flair for content creation, and know how to make a brand pop online, this is your moment! What You’ll Do • Lead our social media presence across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and beyond!, • Craft visually stunning content (photos & videos) that tells the story of our restaurants and engages audiences., • Stay ahead of trends, always on the lookout for new and innovative ways to grow our followers and turn them into loyal customers., • Collaborate closely with our Head of Marketing to drive creative campaigns and strategy that keep us at the forefront of the industry., • Dive into analytics to understand what’s working and what needs tweaking to keep our channels thriving., • Split your time between working at our Chelsea office and visiting our restaurants to capture on-the-ground content. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience in social media management & content creation (3+ years preferred)., • Expertise in photography & videography, particularly in the food and drink space., • Strong copywriting skills, a creative mind full of fresh ideas, and an eye for detail., • Fluent in English and Italian!, • A natural storyteller with a deep love for all things food and culture., • Location: Our office is based on King’s Road, Chelsea. Monday to Friday, with time spent in our restaurants for content creation. Ready to make a real impact with your creativity? Join us and help shape the social media voice of La Mia Mamma, Made in Italy, and Fish&Bubbles! Apply today by sending your portfolio and CV!

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    2 months ago
    £14–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Head Chef to join our team at Klear Labs. The ideal candidate will be passionate about experimenting and innovating with different ingredients and possess a keen interest in health and nutrition. They will demonstrate strong leadership qualities, inspiring the kitchen team with innovation, kindness, and a commitment to excellence. Building and nurturing relationships with suppliers and supporting regenerative farmers will be a key aspect of this role. Responsibilities: • Take control of the kitchen, and effectively communicate with the team., • Source high-quality ingredients and maintain consistency in product quality., • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and support regenerative farmers., • Embrace a low-carb approach to food and explore working in tune with the seasons., • Trial new ideas and techniques, staying abreast of topics in the culinary world., • Oversee daily prep and service for breakfast and lunch., • Train and mentor junior staff members., • Passion for sourcing the best ingredients and creating exceptional dishes., • Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate the team., • Enthusiasm for building relationships with suppliers and supporting regenerative farming practices., • Understanding of the value of consistency in quality., • Interest in working in tune with seasonal produce., • Willingness to explore new techniques, ingredients, and global culinary trends., • Ability to embrace a low-carb approach to food., • Positive attitude, genuine demeanour, and commitment to team building., • Creative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment., • Rare creative role in a young and forward-thinking company., • Opportunities for growth and development within the company., • Competitive salary., • Occasional site visits and supplier trips., • Paid holidays., • Daytime-only hours (7am - 4pm)., • Flexible rotas/days off., • Staff discounts.

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  • Head Baker
    Head Baker
    2 months ago
    £14–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job post summary Pay: £13.15-£14.00 per hour £18 per hour Senior Head Baker Job Description: We are looking for a brilliant baker to head up our kitchen in our venue on dynamic Golborne Road in Notting Hill. There is the opportunity to take the lead of the section should skills and ambition match that of ours. Klear Labs bakery was conceived from the idea that a bakery can be modern, exciting and transparent at the same time. All of our ingredients are worth mentioning and created with great care, a lot of research and a lot of soul. At Klear Labs we work exclusively with gluten free ingredients, and creativity and curiosity in the daily chores are a must. Attention to detail is important, and we always encourage trialling new ideas and exploring new ingredients as they become available. A suitable candidate must have baking experience in a commercial kitchen, be capable of planning production and produce a variety of items at a high standard. The day starts at 6am and typically finishes at 2-3pm. Working with seasonal produce and being uncompromising in our focus on quality, flavour and a nutrition- led menu, quickly favoured the cafe amongst not only critics and local residents alike, but creatives from every corner the world. The superb and gratifying community we are part of is partially what makes working at Klear Labs so special. Our team is fuelled by a desire to learn, to explore and to re-define creativity within our core concept framework. We work hard to create an environment where innovation and opportunity co-exist, offering a nourishing and engaging environment for our team to thrive in. Our first years has been a phenomenal ride, and as we begin to build Klear Labs in other territories there is a real potential for growth for senior positions within the company. If you are a passionate and dedicated baker looking for a vibrant new project, we’d love to hear from you! What We’re Looking For: • A baker who finds joy in sourcing the best ingredients, • A self motivated leader to take control of the kitchen and lead the team with innovation and kindness, • Enthusiasm for building relationships with suppliers and supporting regenerative farmers, • An understanding of the value in consistency of quality, • An interest to explore working in tune with the seasons, • Enjoyment in exploring new techniques, ingredients and the work of other modern cafes around the world., • Willingness to learn a low carb approach to food, • A positive, genuine individual who wants to help build a fantastic team & culture, • Commitment and willingness to work with the team to get to the best possible product - Creative thinker who thrive in fast paced environments What We're Offering: • Rare Creative Role in a Young & Forward Thinking Company, • Opportunity to Learn about Human Optimization Through Food, • Dynamic Environment with an Engaged and Friendly Team, • Potential to Grow in the Company, • Great Salary & Paid Holidays, • Daytime Only Hours, • Flexible Rotas / Days Off, • Staff Discount to Use Anytime Qualifications ● Pastry experience ● Food Hygiene Certificate ● Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance Benefits: ● Discounted or free food ● Employee discount Work Location: In person

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