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Sous Chef – Join the team at one of London’s most stylish and high-profile dining destinations, located in the heart of Kensington. We are currently looking for a strong and experienced Sous Chef with a solid background in quality-driven, high-level restaurants. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who thrives in fast-paced, premium environments and is passionate about refined Mediterranean cooking. Requirements: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef in high-end or premium restaurants, • Strong background in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, • Experience working in busy, high-volume kitchens, • Excellent leadership and communication skills, • Ability to maintain high standards under pressure, • Strong understanding of kitchen organisation, food quality and consistency, • Professional, disciplined and hands-on approach What We Offer: • Salary from £45,000 depending on experience, • Opportunity to work in one of London’s leading restaurant groups, • Professional and dynamic working environment, • Career growth opportunities within a growing hospitality business If you are an ambitious Sous Chef with experience in quality restaurants and a passion for Mediterranean cuisine, we would love to hear from you

We are excited to invite talented and passionate Pasta Chefs to join our teams at Made in Italy and La Mia Mamma, located in Chelsea, Notting Hill, Battersea 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 £14 and £16 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.

Vori is Holland Park’s Modern Greek Taverna, serving seasonal & soulful Greek Plates & Wine. You will join a tightly-knit hospitality team that knows how to deliver exceptional hospitality and great flavours. We are looking for a solid, team-playing CDP that has experience working with Greek and/or Eastern Mediterranean food in an independent restaurant environment with an emphasis on working with fresh seasonal produce & ingredients across all sections, including our charcoal oven. Most importantly you love to cook! Our team is small so you should be a good team player, disciplined, calm & effective during busy service. The role will depend on your experience and the value you add to the team. We will compensate you according to your experience. -Mondays always off-48hrs/week-Service charge is shared equitably among all members of the team.-The right to work in the UK is an pre-condition for employment.

We're Hiring - Full-Time Grill Chef 🇬🇷 We are a Greek restaurant based in Twickenham and are looking for an experienced full-time Grill Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working on the grill and a good knowledge of Greek or Mediterranean cuisine. We're looking for someone reliable, passionate about food and ready to join us soon. Salary will be discussed on the day of interview. 📍Location: Twickenham For more information or to apply: Please contact us only if you are currently based in London and have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

At Ottolenghi, we’re known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Islington is where it all began for our restaurant and bar offering, rooted in the creative, independent spirit of Upper Street. One of our most storied and beloved sites, it has been at the heart of the Ottolenghi story for many years. What you’ll do • Take full responsibility for your designated section throughout service., • Prepare and cook dishes to Ottolenghi standards with precision and consistency., • Supervise and support junior chefs and kitchen assistants on your section., • Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are adhered to at all times., • Manage stock within your section, including ordering and rotation., • Communicate clearly with the wider kitchen team and management., • Contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture., • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment. What we’re looking for • 1+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a quality kitchen., • Solid understanding of food hygiene regulations and allergen management., • A genuine enthusiasm for food and a desire to develop your skills. Key skills • Strong technical cookery skills with good attention to detail., • Calm and focused under pressure., • A positive, team-orientated attitude., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for food and culinary craft and continuous improvement. What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Job Description: Senior Sous Chef / Second Chef Premium Italian & Mediterranean Restaurant, Richmond We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Senior Sous Chef / Second Chef to join our kitchen team in Richmond. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, preferably within premium or fine-dining London restaurants. You will work closely with the Head Chef, support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and take full responsibility in their absence. We are looking for someone who is: Skilled, organised and consistent under pressure Confident leading and training a kitchen team Strong in preparation, service, stock control and food safety Reliable, flexible and looking for a stable, long-term position Available to start soon This is an opportunity to become an important part of a growing restaurant and contribute your own experience, ideas and skills. No Sponsorship Competitive salary depending on experience. References required. Please apply with your CV, availability and salary expectations. Work Location: In person

Job Description: Experienced HEAD CHEF Mediterranean & Italian Brunch / À La Carte Concept Richmond, London We are currently searching for a highly experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of an ambitious and growing hospitality concept in Richmond. This is not a standard pub kitchen role. We are looking for a serious chef with strong Mediterranean and Italian experience, capable of delivering high quality breakfast, brunch and refined à la carte dining at consistently high standards. Our food direction combines: elevated Mediterranean cuisine premium brunch and breakfast fresh seafood and grill dishes elegant sharing plates modern Italian influences commercially successful but beautifully executed food The ideal candidate will have: strong experience within respected Mediterranean or Italian kitchens excellent breakfast and brunch knowledge confident à la carte and high-volume service experience strong leadership and organisational skills calm, professional kitchen presence creativity balanced with consistency excellent attention to detail and presentation stable long-term employment history We are not looking for: trend-driven “Instagram chefs” candidates with constant short-term job hopping basic pub-food background only inexperienced junior chefs applying above their level We value: Elegant food without unnecessary complication. Premium quality without ego. Creativity with consistency. This is a genuine opportunity for a chef who wants to help shape a long-term project with strong standards, creative input and future growth potential. Important: At present, we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applications requesting sponsorship only will not be considered. Please apply only if you have relevant experience and genuinely feel aligned with the level and direction of the project. Richmond, London Full Time Weekend availability essential Watermans Richmond “For Those Who Know.” Work Location: In person