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  • Head Pastry Chef
    Head Pastry Chef
    7 days ago
    £45000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Pachamama Group was set up in October 2014 with a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe by doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. Soraya, Persian-inspired, arrives as a continuation of 971 Hospitality's world by Pachamama Group. Opening is due mid July 2026. This is your chance to take a part in an exciting new opening. At its heart, Soraya is about sharing. It offers guests an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the rich and vibrant flavours of Persian cuisine in an exquisite setting. Soraya's menu is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to delight and encourage communal feasting. Signature dishes such as Mast O Khair, Lamb Koobideh, Chicken Joujeh, and Ghaymeh Bedemjan highlight traditional Persian recipes, while innovative plates showcase the team's genius. Prepared with utmost precision, the succulent skewers of marinated meats and vegetables are served on meticulously chosen crockery and silverware that transport diners straight to the heart of Tehran. As our Head Pastry Chef, we except you to contribute to our mission of introducing inspiring hospitality concepts to the London restaurant scene and across the globe. Our philosophy is to do it our way and make the impossible possible. As an experienced Head Pastry Chef, we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant restaurant environment and hit the ground running, leveraging your proven skills and management expertise. The responsibilities would be familiar to you: • Prepare and produce desserts, pastry and bakery items to company recipes and standards., • Ensure consistent taste, texture, portioning and presentation., • Complete daily mise en place and ensure sufficient preparation for service., • Maintain excellent organisation and cleanliness of the pastry section., • Follow recipes, specifications and plating guides accurately., • Check quality, freshness and storage of all pastry ingredients., • Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements., • Control waste and use ingredients efficiently., • Follow FIFO, labelling, allergen and food-safety procedures., • Ensure all equipment is used correctly and maintained properly., • Support menu development, tastings and creation of new desserts., • Work closely with Head Chefs and the wider kitchen team., • Assist with training junior chefs and maintaining standards across the section., • Support other Pachamama Group restaurants when required. Requirements: • Previous experience in a pastry position within a quality restaurant or hospitality environment., • Strong pastry and dessert knowledge., • Good attention to detail and presentation., • Ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently., • Good organisation and time-management skills., • Understanding of food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene., • Ability to work calmly during busy services., • Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop., • Strong team player with good communication skills. For the Head Pastry Chef role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Full Service Charge distribution., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday for a full time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. As our Head Pastry Chef, we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best, we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.

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  • Head Pastry Chef
    Head Pastry Chef
    30 days ago
    £48000–£52000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Head Pastry Chef - Cafe Ciel at The OWO Salary: Up to £52,000 DOE, based on experience and the value you bring Location: The OWO, Westminster, London Lead pastry at one of London's most exciting addresses. Cafe Ciel sits inside The OWO - a location most chefs would give a lot to put their name to. We're looking for an emerging talent ready to take real ownership: not just to execute a pastry programme, but to build one. The Role As Head Pastry Chef, you'll have genuine creative control over our patisserie offering, developing your own concept, evolving it with the seasons, and keeping it sharp against what's happening in the industry right now. This isn't a "follow the recipe book" role; we want someone who sees pastry as a craft worth pushing forward. Alongside this, you'll operationally lead our savoury section, supported by two Sous Chefs and the wider kitchen team, so this is a genuine leadership role across the full kitchen, not just a pastry bench. You'll be responsible for: • Developing and continually evolving our patisserie concept, with regular seasonal and trend-led updates, • Leading the savoury section operationally, with two Sous Chefs supporting you, • Setting and maintaining standards across both pastry and savoury output, • Working closely with the General Manager on menu direction, costing, and seasonal planning, • Mentoring and developing the wider kitchen team What We're Looking For • A talented, ambitious pastry chef ready to lead - someone looking for the platform to prove what they can do, • Strong all-round kitchen leadership skills, comfortable running more than just a pastry section, • A genuine creative eye, with the confidence to develop and evolve your own concept, • Solid understanding of seasonality and current food trends, • The ability to lead, train, and get the best out of a team What You'll Get • Salary of approx. £52,000, depending on experience and the value you bring to the business, • 28 days annual leave, • 3 meals a day available on site in our staff canteen, • Enrolment in our workplace pension scheme, • A rare platform - The OWO is a standout location, and this is a real opportunity to showcase your work and build something with genuine visibility, • Creative ownership over your own patisserie concept, not just execution of someone else's, • A supportive kitchen structure, with two Sous Chefs backing you operationally Ready to bring your concept to life somewhere people will actually notice it? We'd love to hear from you.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    1 month ago
    £15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    About Soul Mama: At Soul Mama, we are all about bringing soulful experiences to life through exceptional food, world-class live music and vibrant culture. Our mission is simple: to create unforgettable experiences that nourish both the body and soul. As one of London’s fastest-growing live music venue and restaurant brands, we pride ourselves on creating high-energy spaces where music, community and hospitality come together. Our food celebrates bold flavours inspired by African, Caribbean and South American cuisines, creating a dining experience that sits at the heart of everything Soul Mama represents. We are looking for a talented, organised and passionate Chef de Partie to take ownership of kitchen sections, maintain excellent food standards and contribute to delivering unforgettable guest experiences. Job Overview The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing a designated kitchen section, ensuring preparation, cooking and service are completed to the highest standards. This role requires strong technical cooking skills, organisation and the ability to work independently while supporting the wider kitchen team. You will take responsibility for your section, ensuring consistency, efficiency, cleanliness and quality throughout every service. As a Chef de Partie, you will also support junior members of the team, contribute towards maintaining kitchen standards and continue developing your leadership skills within Soul Mama. Key Responsibilities *Section Management & Daily Operations* · Take responsibility for the preparation, organisation and running of your assigned kitchen section. · Ensure your section is fully prepared and ready ahead of each service. · Complete mise en place efficiently and to required standards. · Maintain excellent workflow, timing and communication throughout service. · Manage your section independently while supporting wider kitchen operations. · Communicate effectively with senior chefs and other sections. · Maintain consistency during high-volume and busy service periods. Food Production & Quality Control · Prepare, cook and present dishes in line with Soul Mama recipes and specifications. · Ensure every dish meets agreed standards for taste, presentation and portion control. · Maintain consistency and attention to detail across all food preparation. · Check ingredient quality and freshness before use. · Support tastings, menu improvements and new dish development when required. · Ensure all dishes leaving your section represent Soul Mama standards. · Reduce waste through effective preparation and organisation. *Stock Management & Cost Awareness* · Monitor stock levels within your section and communicate ordering requirements. · Ensure ingredients are stored correctly and rotated using FIFO procedures. · Assist with deliveries, stock checks and inventory processes. · Report shortages, quality concerns or supplier issues promptly. · Support effective stock control and waste reduction. · Maintain awareness of portion control, food costs and GP targets. *Team Support & Development* · Support, guide and mentor Commis Chefs and Kitchen Porters. · Assist with training and development of junior team members. · Lead by example through professionalism, organisation and positive attitude. · Share knowledge and encourage strong kitchen standards. · Support teamwork and effective communication across the kitchen. · Take ownership of your own development and progression. *Food Safety, Hygiene & Compliance* · Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organisation within your section. · Complete cleaning tasks in line with kitchen schedules. · Follow all HACCP procedures and food safety requirements. · Ensure correct storage, labelling and temperature controls are maintained. · Follow allergen procedures accurately. · Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and responsibly. · Support compliance with EHO and Safer Food Better Business standards. *Communication & Operational Support* · Work closely with senior chefs to support smooth kitchen operations. · Communicate clearly during preparation and service. · Support improvements to kitchen processes and standards. · Work collaboratively with front of house teams where required. · Represent Soul Mama values through professionalism, teamwork and accountability. Skills & Experience · Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or experienced Commis Chef ready for progression. · Strong technical cooking skills and kitchen knowledge. · Ability to confidently manage a kitchen section. · Strong organisation and time management skills. · Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced service environment. · Understanding of food preparation, stock control and waste management. · Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures. · Positive attitude with willingness to learn and develop. · Passion for food, culture and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Core Competencies · Strong technical cooking ability · Section ownership and accountability · Organisation and preparation · Time management · Attention to detail · Quality and consistency focus · Team collaboration · Communication skills · Problem-solving ability · Basic cost awareness · Food safety knowledge · Leadership potential Desirable but not essential: · Experience working in a busy restaurant or hospitality environment · Experience supporting or training junior chefs · Knowledge of African, Caribbean or South American cuisines · Food Safety Level 2 or above · Interest in developing into senior kitchen leadership Why Join Soul Mama? You will be joining one of London’s most exciting cultural venues, where incredible food, live music and community come together. At Soul Mama, we believe in supporting growth, developing talent and creating opportunities for progression across our expanding venues. We do not just serve food; we create moments. If you are passionate about food, quality and being part of something unique, we would love you to join the Soul Mama journey. Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Store discount Ability to commute/relocate: • Islington N1 0PS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: • Kitchen: 2 years (required) Language: • Fluent English (required) Licence/Certification: • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred) Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person Check our website and reach out with your CV

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 month ago
    £45000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Sous Chef - Mayfair, Central London Cordelia’s is a exceptional new 80-seater restaurant opening in the heart of Mayfair, built around exceptional produce, open-fire cooking and genuine hospitality. We’re creating a vibrant dining destination where great food, expertly crafted drinks and memorable guest experiences come together, and we’re looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our opening team. What You’ll Be Doing • Supporting the Head Chef with daily operations, • Leading service and supervising chefs, • Maintaining food quality standards, • Assisting with ordering and stock control, • Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, health & safety and allergen regulations, • Support the Head Chef with supplier sourcing and gross profit management, • Coaching junior team members What We’re Looking For • Previous Sous Chef experience, • Strong leadership skills, • Excellent organisation, • Passion for quality food Benefits • Holidays: 28 days of annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, • Shared 15% Service Charge: Your dedication is recognised and rewarded, • Team Meals: Enjoy meals daily and refreshments, • Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and earn rewards, • Employee Assistance Programme: Speak to qualified counsellor who can offer personal support for any practical or emotional challenges you may be facing, • Bright Exchange: Exclusive special offers and discounts across online marketplace across 100s of companies, • Bright HR: Supportive career progression and ongoing training with access to 100s of free CPD training courses, • Company pension scheme, • Uniforms provided and laundered where required *Please Note: You must have the right to work in the UK without corporate sponsorship*

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    2 months ago
    £17.5–£18.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Faber, we are more than a restaurant — we are a family and a team united by a shared passion: showcasing the very best of our island’s shores while being sustainable, ethical, and proudly British. We create memorable dining experiences that celebrate local ingredients, coastal producers, and exceptional hospitality. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a talented and driven Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team and help us deliver outstanding food every day. At Faber, you'll work alongside people who are fanatical about what they do, curious to learn more, and passionate about excellence. This is an opportunity to develop your skills, contribute your ideas, and be part of a business where your effort genuinely shapes the future. As Chef de Partie, you'll take ownership of your section, ensuring consistently high standards of food preparation, presentation, and service. You'll work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to maintain quality, support junior team members, and contribute to the ongoing development of our menus and kitchen culture. • Flexible working and optional 4-day week, • Full-time and part-time opportunities available, • 50% staff discount on food and drinks for you and up to 3 guests, • Generous tronc scheme — 100% distributed to the team, • Clear career progression opportunities, • Open and proactive training programme including: Wines and cocktails, Modern cooking techniques, Leadership development, • Staff events and road trips to visit coastal producers, • £300 team referral bonus, • Well-being support through Licence Trade Charity, • Company Nest pension scheme, • Genuine autonomy and creative input, • Accredited external training opportunities

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