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10 years ago Thom & James drove a Piaggio ape Tuk Tuk all the way from Sicily to London on a 'Pizza Pilgrimage' to learn the secrets of perfect Italian pizza. They went on to set up a market stall in Soho with an oven in the back of the van before opening their first actual pizzeria on Dean Street. If you think that sounds as ridiculously cool as we do, and you love pizza, then read on… Nowadays we have over 20 award-winning pizzerias across the UK, we’ve got our own Pizza Academy where we run training workshops every day, and we’re also a BCORP - something we’re extremely proud about achieving. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients from Naples including Caputo flour, fresh fior di latte, salsiccia e friarielle , to make the best Neapolitan pizza every day. We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As a Senior Chef, you’ll be a specialist in creating the best Neapolitan Pizza’s, and for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning their next visit. You’ll also be accountable for: Team leadership. Heath & safety compliance. Stock management. Successful guest pizza launches. Kitchen maintenance management. Pizza quality. Whilst skills are important, representing our values is just as important too. These shape our team culture. ‘Push Yourself’ because we believe learning new skills and coming out of your comfort zone will help us improve as a team. ‘Be Yourself’ means you can bring your own personality to work. Your hair colour is yours, not ours. We think tattoos are cool. And we love hearing about your interests outside of work. ‘Respect Others’ because everyone is welcome at Pilgrims and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel they belong. ‘Enjoy Yourself’ because hospitality is an industry we love, and we want every Pilgrim to create happiness for each other and to have fun at work. Don’t take our word for it. In our most recent ‘happiness survey’ (team feedback survey)… Over 200 people said the thing they love most about working at Pilgrims is their team. Over 100 people said their favourite pizza perk was the amount of free pizza they get. And nearly 150 people said they love the culture, development opportunities and pizza quality at Pilgrims. What's in it for you? £14.60ph +tronc starting at £3.25 per hour. Serious career development - We are opening 4 pizzerias this year & next. On top of the standard 28 days holiday (full time), you will get an extra day for every year you work for us (up to 5 Years). Some of our favourite Pizza Perks include... 1 extra day holiday as “Happiness Day’ so you can do something that you love and makes you happy about outside of work. Team trips to Naples & beyond to meet suppliers & try new pizzerias A tasty bonus every time you refer a friend to join. Free food & espresso every day - whole menu available & also deals with other restaurants A free after-work drinks (soft, beer or gin) 2 huge company-wide parties every year to celebrate Christmas and Ferragosto (We close all the pizzerias for these!) Free pizza when you visit any Pizza Pilgrims when you are not at work for you & up to 3 friends. So, if you’ve got this far down the job advert, it might mean that we’re a perfect match. Click the apply button and one of the team will reach out to you soon. Ciao!

Great opportunity for a Sous Chef to work in an elegant Italian gastro-pub in the heart of Acton. Restaurant is looking for someone to start ASAP Great opportunity for a Chef who wants to improve and get higher position Good knowledge and experience of Classic italian and worldwide dishes and cuisine is a must! The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including: Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks. Cooking and preparing high quality dishes. Assisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes. Sous Chef will be also responsible for the admin work such as orders, delivery organisation , temperature check and opening and closing check Settlement status and right to work in Uk is a must ! Salary: minimum £40,000.00 per year We are located w3 next to acton central station, local candidate will benefit of law travel costs and more own free time. If you live nearby don't hesitate to apply or if you don't mind traveling you have a great opportunity to embrace our lovely friendly team.

We are excited to invite talented and passionate Chefs de Partie to join our teams at Made in Italy, La Mia Mamma, and Fish & Bubbles, located in Chelsea, Notting Hill, and Fulham. Our restaurants are renowned for delivering authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, crafted from the freshest ingredients. If you have a love for Italian culinary traditions and thrive in a vibrant kitchen, we’d love to have you on board! Responsibilities: - Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standard, showcasing your skills in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. - Maintain quality and consistency across all dishes served. - Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop new menu items and seasonal specials. - Ensure cleanliness, safety, and hygiene standards are upheld in the kitchen. - Assist in training and guiding junior kitchen staff. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Chef de Partie, ideally in Italian or Mediterranean restaurants. - Strong knowledge of fresh ingredients and traditional Italian cooking techniques. - Ability to work efficiently in a high-paced environment. - Team player with a passion for creating exceptional dishes. - Knowledge of Italian cuisine is required. - Right to work in the UK.

Pizza, pasta and italian sandwich concept £14-£16 per hour restaurant on one floor 40 hours a week 2 days off 50 cover venue responsibilities: customer focused team oriented individual to achieve the goals of the business financial reporting cash handling maintenance standards for service casual, relaxed all day dining brand new refurbishment and fully renovated venue with new equipment pizza, pasta & italian sandwich concept

We are excited to invite talented and passionate Pasta Chefs to join our teams at Made in Italy, La Mia Mamma, and Fish & Bubbles, located in Chelsea, Notting Hill, and Fulham. Our restaurants are renowned for delivering authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, crafted from the freshest ingredients. If you have a love for Italian culinary traditions and thrive in a vibrant kitchen, we’d love to have you on board! About the Role: As a Pasta Chef, you will be responsible for preparing fresh, high-quality pasta dishes that reflect authentic Italian cuisine. You’ll work in a dynamic environment, maintaining high standards and ensuring every plate meets our commitment to excellence. Key Responsibilities: - Handcraft fresh pasta and sauces using traditional Italian techniques. - Ensure consistency and quality in every dish served. - Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen. - Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations during service. What We’re Looking For: - Proven experience in pasta preparation and Italian cuisine. - Passion for authentic, high-quality food. - Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure. - Team player with a positive attitude. What We Offer: - Salary between £13 and £15 per hour. - Opportunities to grow within our expanding restaurant group. - 28 days holiday per year. - A friendly, supportive working environment with a focus on teamwork and authentic Italian hospitality.

Are you ready to step into a leadership role with an exciting, fast-growing Italian focaccia brand? At Bread & Truffle, we’re all about authentic flavors, high-quality ingredients, and an unbeatable team spirit! If you love great food, great people, and great opportunities, this is the role for you! Why You’ll Love This Job: ✅ Work with an amazing team that feels like family ✅ Earn fantastic bonuses when the team smashes targets ✅ Be part of a growing brand that’s making waves in food retail ✅ Hands-on leadership in a dynamic, fun, and fast-paced environment ✅ Enjoy flexibility with up to 45 hours per week What You’ll Be Doing: 🔥 Leading the team to deliver top-notch customer service and delicious Italian treats 🔥 Keeping operations running smoothly, from opening to closing 🔥 Making sure our focaccia is always fresh, tasty, and beautifully presented 🔥 Driving sales and helping the team hit exciting goals 🔥 Managing inventory & ordering, so we’re always stocked with the best ingredients 🔥 Training & inspiring your team to grow and develop their skills What We’re Looking For: ⭐ Someone with leadership skills and a passion for great food ⭐ Experience in food retail, hospitality, or restaurant management ⭐ A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting ⭐ Flexibility to work 45 hours a week, including weekends and evenings ⭐ A love for Italian cuisine and a drive to make every customer’s experience amazing What’s In It For You? 💰 Competitive salary + juicy team bonuses 🚀 Opportunities to grow with us as we expand 🎉 A fun, supportive, and high-energy team environment 🍕 The chance to work with mouth-watering, high-quality Italian ingredients If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of something exciting, apply today! We can’t wait to meet you! 🙌💥

Senior Waiter with Wine Knowledge Full-time | Competitive Salary | Immediate Start About Us: Angelina is a unique dining experience in the heart of Dalston, fusing Japanese and Italian cuisines in a refined yet relaxed setting. With a strong focus on seasonal ingredients, creative tasting menus, and an exceptional wine list, we offer a culinary journey that’s both distinctive and memorable. We're passionate about hospitality, and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion. The Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Waiter with a deep knowledge of wine and a natural flair for service. You will be a key part of our front-of-house team, delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests with confidence, warmth, and professionalism. Key Responsibilities: Deliver a high standard of service during lunch and dinner services. Confidently guide guests through our wine list and food pairings. Work closely with the sommelier and management team to maintain wine knowledge and inventory. Train and support junior staff in service standards and wine service. Handle guest queries and feedback with grace and attention to detail. ** About You:** At least 2 years of experience in a similar senior front-of-house role. Strong wine knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for sharing it with guests. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead by example. A proactive team player who takes pride in their work. WSET Level 2 (or equivalent) preferred but not essential if experience compensates. ** What We Offer:** Competitive salary based on experience. Staff meals on shift Generous Staff discounts. Opportunities for wine training and progression within a growing restaurant group. A supportive and inspiring working environment. How to Apply: If you’re passionate about hospitality and want to be part of an exciting and creative restaurant, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter

As a Pizzaiolo at Fresco Trattoria, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality, traditional Italian pizzas in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. We are looking for someone who brings not only technical expertise but also a true passion for the craft. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook pizzas according to our authentic Neapolitan-style recipes and standards. Manage and maintain the wood-fired or electric pizza oven. Ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained at all times. Monitor and control ingredient stock levels, ensuring freshness and minimal waste. Collaborate closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the prep and cooking areas. Follow proper temperature checks for ingredients and equipment in line with safety protocols. Requirements: Proven experience as a pizzaiolo, preferably in a high-volume restaurant. In-depth knowledge of dough preparation, fermentation, and baking techniques. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Understanding of kitchen hygiene and health & safety regulations. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work as part of a team. Passion for authentic Italian cuisine and commitment to delivering quality.

Head Chef – Lina Stores – Central London – £45,000 per year- OTE. We’re hiring a Head Chef for our Central London restaurant. - Must be an expert in Italian cuisine - Proven experience leading busy kitchens - Confident managing teams, service, and food quality - Passionate about fresh pasta and seasonal menus Immediate start available.

We are looking for an experienced and talented Sous Chef to join our vibrant team at Carbobar. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in culinary arts, a passion for quality ingredients, and a commitment to outstanding hospitality. As Sous Chef, you will be a key partner to our Head Chef, contributing to the seamless management of kitchen operations. Your role will involve overseeing high standards in food preparation, ensuring an efficient, safe, and high-performing kitchen environment, and inspiring the team with your culinary expertise. We only use fresh and seasonal ingredients. We do not use frozen products. Key Qualifications: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role within high-quality bar or restaurant settings. Proven expertise in Italian cuisine or similar Mediterranean styles, with a focus on using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Note: We do not use frozen products; only fresh, locally sourced ingredients are served. Strong leadership skills, capable of managing and motivating kitchen staff, especially during high-volume service. Culinary certifications or professional training preferred. Key Responsibilities: Support the Head Chef in developing menu items, supervising food prep, and ensuring consistent quality in every dish. Oversee daily kitchen operations, including inventory management, food cost control, and health and safety compliance. Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen workspace, in line with our high standards. Why Join Us? Carbobar is more than just a bar—it's a place for community and culinary excellence. We offer a supportive and creative environment where you can grow as a professional while making a significant impact on our customers’ dining experience.

We are looking for professional Italian speaking Head Waiter/Waitress with minimum 2 years previous experience in a London restaurant. Great working environment and training opportunities. Portobello is a busy restaurant situated in the heart of Notting Hill. If you are a hospitality professional with a positive attitude, teamplayer, and honest, we would be happy to welcome you to our team. ·Salary £13per hour plus service charge ·Flexible weekly rotas ·28 days holiday (for full time) ·Generous Staff discount ·Staff meals on duty

Casa Ponte is urgently looking for a skilled and experienced Pizza Chef to join our team as soon as possible! We’re searching for someone passionate about pizza, with solid experience and a love for Italian cuisine. 📍 Location: Casa Ponte Restaurant 📆 Start Date: Immediate 🕒 Position: Full-time

Welcome to Bianco43, a family-owned and operated restaurant located in the heart of Greenwich, UK. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Pizza chef to join our team. If you are a skilled with a passion for Italian cuisine, and are looking for a full-time position in a family-friendly business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step in joining the Bianco43 family.

Chef wanted in busy Soho restaurant. Applicant must speak good English, be hard working and be a team player. Must have lots of experience in Italian cuisine, especially pasta. Immediate start. Great job for the right person.

Are you passionate about food and sales? Do you want to represent a premium Italian brand in London’s finest restaurants? Truffitaly is looking for motivated Sales Assistants to join our freelance team and help us grow our network of high-end restaurant clients. About us: Truffitaly offers authentic Italian truffle products — sauces, oils, butter, honey, dust, and fresh seasonal truffles — crafted with care and tradition. We partner with select London restaurants to elevate their menus with our premium ingredients. Your role: • Contact and visit selected London restaurants to introduce Truffitaly products. • Arrange appointments with chefs and restaurant managers. • Present our product range and support the onboarding process to our B2B platform. • Build and maintain strong relationships with restaurant clients. • Work freelance, with flexible hours and competitive commission-based earnings. What we offer: • Competitive commission structure: 10% on first order profit, 2% on reorder profit for 6 months, plus bonuses for recruiting other freelancers. • Training and marketing support. • Opportunity to work with a prestigious Italian gourmet brand. Requirements: • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Professional attitude and respect for restaurant business etiquette. • Self-motivated, able to work independently. • Previous sales or hospitality experience is a plus but not mandatory. Join us and become part of a passionate team bringing the finest Italian truffle experience to London’s top restaurants!

East West Pizza are looking to hire a chef to work at our restaurant in Tufnell Park as we are getting busy. We are an Indian/Italian Inspired fusion pizzeria which combines the best both countries have to offer. It's a fun place to work and we have a strong team. The hourly rate we will pay you is dependent on your experience but you can expect to earn a minimum of £13 per hour. Chefs that work hard will progress quickly. There is room to progress further to sous chef. Expect to be prepping Indian sauces, Italian arancinis and working on exciting new menu items. Our Tufnell Park kitchen’s operating hours are: Wednesday 15:30-22:00 Thursday 15:30-22:00 Friday 15:30-22:00 Saturday 11:00-00:00 Sunday 11:00-22:00 If your application is successful we will require you to attend a short interview and work a two-hour trial shift which will be paid if we hire you. We provide staff T-shirts & aprons. You provide your own footwear and leg wear. We look forward to hearing from you!

We are looking for a runner to come and join our small team at Apulia. We’re looking for extremely positive people who are passionate about food and customer service and who are willing to learn. Apulia is a small neighbourhood restaurant that serves seasonal modern Italian food. The pay is £11 per hour, paid monthly. The shifts are flexible Your main tasks would be running the food from the kitchen to the tables, help polishing cutlery and glasses, setting up tables etc. You must be able to prove eligibility to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.

10 years ago Thom & James drove a Piaggio ape Tuk Tuk all the way from Sicily to London on a 'Pizza Pilgrimage' to learn the secrets of perfect Italian pizza. They went on to set up a market stall in Soho with an oven in the back of the van before opening their first actual pizzeria on Dean Street. If you think that sounds as ridiculously cool as we do, and you love pizza, then read on… Nowadays we have over 20 award-winning pizzerias across the UK, we’ve got our own Pizza Academy where we run training workshops every day, and we’re also a BCORP - something we’re extremely proud about achieving. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients from Naples including Caputo flour, fresh fior di latte, salsiccia e friarielle , to make the best Neapolitan pizza every day. We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As a Pizza Chef, you’ll be a specialist in creating the best Neapolitan Pizza’s, and for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning their next visit. You’ll also be accountable for prep, pizza quality, health & safety, and kitchen cleanliness. Whilst skills are important, representing our values is just as important too. These shape our team culture. ‘Push Yourself’ because we believe learning new skills and coming out of your comfort zone will help us improve as a team. ‘Be Yourself’ means you can bring your own personality to work. Your hair colour is yours, not ours. We think tattoos are cool. And we love hearing about your interests outside of work. ‘Respect Others’ because everyone is welcome at Pilgrims and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel they belong. ‘Enjoy Yourself’ because hospitality is an industry we love, and we want every Pilgrim to create happiness for each other and to have fun at work. What's in it for you? £12-13ph +tronc starting at £3.25 per hour Serious career development - We are opening 4 pizzerias this year & next. On top of the standard 28 days holiday (full time), you will get an extra day for every year you work for us (up to 5 Years). Some of our favourite Pizza Perks include... 1 extra day holiday as “Happiness Day’ so you can do something that you love and makes you happy about outside of work. Team trips to Naples & beyond to meet suppliers & try new pizzerias A tasty bonus every time you refer a friend to join. Free food & espresso every day - whole menu available & also deals with other restaurants A free after-work drinks (soft, beer or gin) 2 huge company-wide parties every year to celebrate Christmas and Ferragosto (We close all the pizzerias for these!) Free pizza when you visit any Pizza Pilgrims when you are not at work for you & up to 3 friends. So, if you've got this far down the job advert, it might mean that we're a perfect match. Click the apply button and one of the team will reach out to you soon! Ciao!

At Capricci we are currently looking to expand our small kitvhen staff. Capricci is a small, authentic, Italian wine bar and restaurant, with around 20/25 covers. The role will include kitchen aid responsibilities, such as helping the chefs in preparations, quick starter plating during service and general kitchen porter duties. We are looking for a driven individual, with passion and will to grow within the company. Neat appearance as we work from an open kitchen, full time applicants only, over 5 days around 45/50 hrs per week. Competitive salary according to skills and experience, ability to speak italian is a plus indeed. Looking forward to hearing from you soon, Kindest regards, Lorenzo, General Manager

Polpo is a bàcaro, a humble, Venetian restaurant serving simple food and good, young local wines within a modest setting, exposed brickwork, tin ceilings and copper bars. Several of the restaurants have basement bars - a great clandestine destination in their own right for drinks and a snack, or as a handy place to hang out while you are waiting for your friends to join you.We are looking to hire experienced bar tenders to join our team in a fast paced busy Italian/ Venetian restaurant Please pop in to the restaurant for interview / trial 41 beak street just off Carnaby. Previous experience of cocktail preparation, opening and closing bars and basic wine and coffee knowledge would be extremely useful.

An Italian classic restaurant requires an experienced second chef, full time. Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner service. Well presented, must be organised to manage own station, experienced in Italian traditional cuisine, but also modern twists on dishes. A family but professional environment.