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We are looking for a Commis chef who primarily assists senior chefs by performing basic food preparation tasks like chopping, peeling, cleaning, and seasoning ingredients, under close supervision, typically rotating through different kitchen sections to learn various cooking techniques. Required skills for a commis chef • Basic knife skills: Precise cutting and chopping techniques, • Understanding of food hygiene: Following proper sanitation practices, • Attention to detail: Ensuring consistency and quality in food preparation, • Ability to work under pressure: Maintaining composure in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with other kitchen staff You will need to have experiences with Italian Cuisine. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: Up to £14 per hour based on experiences . You must have right to work in UK

Looking for experienced Commis Chef to work in Italian kitchen, prepare and cook Antipasti, Pasta, Desserts and keep Kitchen clean, evening shifts

Join our team as a Sunday Chef for an exciting new restaurant project! We are seeking a talented and dedicated chef to contribute to our new establishment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for growth within our organization. We are looking for a new team member with at least 3 years of experience in a professional kitchen. If you are a skilled chef and believe you are the right candidate, we encourage you to apply today!

Sous Chef – Full-Time La Mia Mamma – Notting Hill (W11 2ES), Chelsea (SW3 5EL & SW10 9HY), Battersea (SW11 1NP) La Mia Mamma is more than just a restaurant – it’s an authentic culinary journey that celebrates the rich and diverse flavours of Italy’s regions. Each of our restaurants offers a rotating menu curated and cooked by real Italian mammas flown in from across Italy, bringing regional dishes to life in the heart of London. We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join one of our vibrant and growing teams. If you have a strong background in regional Italian cuisine, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy leading a kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens, • Solid knowledge of Italian regional cuisine, • Ability to follow and replicate authentic recipes and specifications, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and consistency, • Right to work in the UK (essential) Key Responsibilities: • Support and lead the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes, • Follow La Mia Mamma’s recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines, • Maintain a clean and safe kitchen in line with hygiene regulations, • Manage daily kitchen operations and assist the Head Chef in team supervision, • Oversee deliveries, stock rotation, and portion control, • Contribute to training and mentoring junior chefs, • Ensure all cleaning schedules and maintenance routines are carried out What We Offer: • £40,000 – £43,000 per year (including service charge), • A supportive, people-focused team with real growth opportunities, • The chance to work in a truly unique Italian concept, • Access to authentic Italian products and menus that change regionally, • A dynamic environment where food, culture, and family come together If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a restaurant that values tradition, quality, and genuine passion for Italian food – apply now!

Job Description: Demi Chef de Partie – Opening Team Chintemani Restaurant – Chelsea, London Chintemani is currently building its opening kitchen team for a new restaurant launching in Chelsea, London. We are looking for a Demi Chef de Partie who is passionate about quality ingredients, fire cooking and Mediterranean flavours, and who wants to be part of a professional kitchen from the very beginning. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious opening team and grow within a structured kitchen led by experienced chefs. Responsibilities Support the Chef de Partie in daily service preparation Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency Assist with mise en place and service during busy periods Follow kitchen hygiene and food safety standards Work collaboratively with the kitchen team during service What we are looking for Previous experience as Commis Chef or Demi Chef de Partie Passion for cooking and attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced professional kitchen Good communication and teamwork skills Right to work in the UK What we offer Competitive salary £30,000 – £34,000 depending on experience Opportunity to grow within a new restaurant opening team Structured kitchen environment Staff meals on shift If you would like to be part of the Chintemani opening team, please apply with your CV.

ALL ROADS – BRIXTON Modern comfort. Built on community. All Roads has always been about people. Food, music, energy and creating spaces where people come together. We started with supper clubs and built this slowly. No big backing, no shortcuts. Just people showing up, again and again. Sold out nights, word of mouth, residencies, collaborations. Proper support that’s never watered down. Now we’re opening our first neighbourhood restaurant in Brixton. The food matters. Good ingredients, cooked properly. Thought out plates that actually hit. No frills. Just real food, done well, in a space that feels like home. Director led, on the ground and in service. We’re looking for a Head Chef ready to step up and grow with us. GETTING STRAIGHT TO IT This role is for someone who genuinely cares about food. You may not already be a ‘Lead Chef' but you will be ready to confidently step into your own! You’re curious, thoughtful and always looking to push further. Eager to learn more, but also ready to share what you know. You should be confident enough to speak up, contribute ideas and help shape the kitchen, while working with respect for others and their contributions. You take pride in the details and want to cook food that actually means something. We’re building a strong, collaborative kitchen and want people who are part of that. WHAT’S ALL YOU -⁠ ⁠Running sections and supporting the pass -⁠ ⁠Prep planning, organisation and consistency -⁠ ⁠Supporting ordering, stock control and minimising waste -⁠ Support in ⁠training and developing junior chefs -⁠ ⁠Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety -⁠ ⁠Working closely with the founders on menu development -⁠ ⁠Managing service flow and stepping up to lead when needed WHAT’S GOOD HERE -⁠ ⁠Fair rotas, planned ahead -⁠ ⁠Balanced schedules that make sense -⁠ ⁠Proper breaks, always -⁠ ⁠30% off food + wine -⁠ ⁠First drink on us -⁠ ⁠Tronc shared properly + surplus redistributed -⁠ ⁠Occasional team perks -⁠ ⁠Proper family meal every shift -⁠ ⁠Cost price meat + wine -⁠ ⁠Staff socials — time with your team -⁠ ⁠Your birthday off -⁠ ⁠Clear structure and expectations -⁠ ⁠Real development with the founders -⁠ ⁠Room to grow with us We’re building this properly. If you’ve got it, you’ll want in early. Not for everyone and that’s the point. Looking forward to hearing who you are and why you want in. If you’re right, we’ll move quick. Speak soon, M&P

👨‍🍳 Sous Chef – Fern, Bart & Taylor 📍 East Croydon | 💸 Up to £42,000 (including Service Charge) | 🍴 Seasonal Fresh Food Are you a passionate Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career? Fern is a stylish premium restaurant serving fresh, seasonal dishes in a vibrant neighbourhood setting. Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch, and our much-loved Sunday roast, we're all about exceptional food, great hospitality, and memorable experiences. As part of Bart & Taylor, an award-winning and growing collection of boutique bars and restaurants across London and the North, we're looking for a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, inspire the team, and help deliver outstanding food every day. Why join us? • 💸 Up to £42,000 per year (including Service Charge), • 🍽️ Free meals on every shift, • 🍷 Generous food and drink discounts for you and your friends, • 🌴 28 days' holiday (pro rata), • 👨‍🍳 Opportunity to contribute to seasonal menu development, • 📈 Ongoing training and genuine career progression within a growing hospitality group, • 🚆 Just 30 seconds from East Croydon Station What you'll be doing As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen, maintain exceptional standards, and ensure every service runs smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service, • Helping to train, coach, and develop junior chefs, • Assisting with menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients, • Managing stock, ordering, and helping to minimise waste, • Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency, • Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation are always maintained, • Stepping up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to progress, with: • A passion for fresh, seasonal food and quality ingredients, • Strong leadership skills and a positive, hands-on approach, • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen, • Good knowledge of food safety, stock control, and kitchen operations, • A commitment to developing others and working as part of a close-knit team, • High standards, attention to detail, and pride in every plate that leaves the pass If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, have real input in the kitchen, and grow with an ambitious hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the team at Fern.

📍 Battersea, London 💰 £35,000 per annum 🕒 Daytime Hours | Mostly Monday–Friday We are looking for a talented and confident Pizza & Pasta Chef (Chef de Partie) to join a dynamic kitchen team in Battersea. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef to step up and lead a key section within a professional brigade of 20 chefs. 👨‍🍳 The Role You will take ownership of the Pizza & Pasta section, working alongside a dedicated team (1 pizza chef, 1 pasta chef) and leading the section to deliver consistently high-quality dishes. • Lead and manage the pizza & pasta section, • Prepare fresh, high-quality dishes with a strong focus on making sauces from scratch, • Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation, • Support and guide junior team members in the section, • Work collaboratively within a large, professional kitchen brigade 🕒 Working Hours • Predominantly Monday to Friday, • Day shifts: 6:30am – 3:00pm, • Occasional weekend shifts required ✅ What We’re Looking For • Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up, • Solid background in pizza and/or pasta preparation, • Confidence to lead a small section independently, • Passion for fresh ingredients and classic techniques, • Strong teamwork and communication skills 💰 What’s On Offer • Salary of £35,000, • Excellent work-life balance with daytime hours, • Opportunity to join a well-structured team of 20 chefs, • Chance to take ownership and lead your section ⏰ Start date: ASAP

Position only available to candidates with a valid UK work permit. Shambles is a family-run, independent Italian restaurant & winebar in the heart of Teddington. Our aim has always been to create a relaxed and welcoming restaurant without pretence or fuss, serving seasonal Italian food with integrity. We cook from scratch using quality ingredients, including produce grown in our own kitchen garden, and work closely with trusted suppliers to source the very best ingredients. We are looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. This role would suit an ambitious chef with experience in fresh Italian cooking who is ready to take the next step in their career within a busy, quality-driven restaurant. What we’re looking for:Minimum 1 year’s experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a similar fresh-food environmentExperience with Italian cuisine is highly desirable (please note, we do not serve pizza)Strong knowledge of food safety and health & safety proceduresConfident working with fresh, seasonal ingredientsAbility to lead by example and support the development of junior team membersCalm and organised under pressurePositive attitude, strong work ethic and excellent reliabilityGood communication skills and a genuine team-player mentalityPassion for cooking and a desire to continue learning and developing What we offer:Flexible rotaClosed Sunday evenings and MondaysShare of tipsMeals on dutyStaff discountsPension schemeExcellent opportunities for career progression and developmentThe chance to contribute ideas and grow within an established independent restaurant At Shambles, we’re looking for more than just technical ability. We value character, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for hospitality. If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a close-knit team and want to develop your career in a respected independent restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.

Line Cook About Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN At Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN, we're passionate about delivering bold flavours, high-quality food and an unforgettable dining experience. We're looking for an experienced and reliable Line Cook to join our kitchen team. This is more than just a cooking position. As one of our senior chefs, you'll play a key role in maintaining kitchen standards and, in the absence of the Kitchen Manager, act as the second-in-command, helping lead the team and ensuring service runs smoothly. The Role As a Line Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking food to company standards while maintaining speed, consistency and presentation during busy services. You'll support the Kitchen Manager with day-to-day operations, supervise junior kitchen staff when required and ensure all food safety and hygiene procedures are followed. Key Responsibilities Kitchen Operations • Prepare and cook menu items to company recipes and specifications., • Maintain speed, consistency and quality during service., • Ensure all dishes leave the kitchen to the highest standard., • Complete daily prep and mise en place., • Minimise food waste through correct portioning and stock rotation. Leadership • Support and guide junior kitchen staff., • Assist with training new team members., • Ensure kitchen standards are maintained throughout each shift., • Act as the senior member of the kitchen team when the Kitchen Manager is absent., • Help coordinate service and communicate effectively with Front of House. Kitchen Management Support • Assist with stock counts and inventory management., • Notify management when stock levels are running low., • Receive and organise deliveries., • Support ordering where required., • Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed correctly. Food Safety & Compliance • Maintain excellent food hygiene and HACCP standards., • Ensure kitchen cleaning schedules are completed., • Follow all company health and safety procedures., • Maintain a clean and organised workstation at all times. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who: • Has previous experience working as a Line Cook or Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen., • Can work confidently under pressure., • Has excellent organisation and communication skills., • Can lead a team when required., • Has strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene., • Is reliable, hardworking and takes pride in producing consistently excellent food. Working Hours This role requires flexibility and commitment to the hospitality industry. • Afternoon and evening shifts are required., • Weekend working is essential., • The successful candidate will be expected to work most weekends due to the nature of the business., • To support work-life balance, you will receive one weekend day off each month, subject to business requirements and agreed in advance. What We Offer • Competitive pay., • Staff meals whilst on shift., • Employee discount., • Career progression opportunities., • Ongoing training and development., • The opportunity to grow within one of London's fastest-growing independent restaurant brands.

35nine Cafe Brunch , sw6 6tb Opportunity for an experienced Cdp or a junior Sous chef to join our established and vibrant independent shop in Fulham. Working day time and no evenings. We are seeking a passionate, driven, and experienced Chef de Partie or a Junior sous chef join our team. Someone that will play a critical role in maintaining high level of culinary standards. This is a great opportunity for growth, and career development. You will have creative freedom and input in menu development. If you think this is for you, apply now and become part of our team.

About the Role We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our pub kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, maintaining food safety standards, and helping deliver an excellent dining experience for our customers. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook, and present menu items to a high standard. Ensure consistency, quality, and portion control in all dishes. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. Follow food hygiene, health, and safety regulations at all times. Assist with menu development and seasonal specials. Monitor stock levels and help with ordering and inventory management. Minimize food waste and control kitchen costs. Work effectively with kitchen and front-of-house teams during busy service periods. Support the training and development of junior kitchen staff where required. Requirements Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or similar role in a pub, restaurant, or hospitality setting. Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations. Understanding of food hygiene and HACCP principles. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills. Food Safety Certificate (preferred). What We Offer Competitive pay and opportunities for progression. Flexible working hours. Staff meals during shifts. Employee discounts. Supportive and friendly working environment. Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Made in Italy and La Mia Mamma are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Pizza Chef to lead our pizza section across our vibrant and authentic Italian restaurants in South West London. Our restaurants are located in: Clapham Junction – SW11 1NP Chelsea – SW3 5EL Notting Hill – W11 2ES Hollywood Road – SW10 We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients, traditional Italian techniques, and delivering warm, genuine hospitality. We are now looking for a strong and reliable Head Pizza Chef who can lead by example and help maintain the highest standards across our kitchens. Key Responsibilities: • Leading and supervising the pizza section during service, • Ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation standards at all times, • Training and supporting junior pizza chefs and kitchen staff, • Managing stock levels, ordering, and reducing waste, • Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards, • Working closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations What we’re looking for: • Proven experience as a Head Pizza Chef in a busy restaurant environment, • Strong knowledge of traditional pizza preparation, • Experience using traditional pizza ovens and professional kitchen equipment, • Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • A positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and busy shifts, • You must have the legal right to work in the UK If you are a passionate and experienced pizza professional looking to join a growing and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.