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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    St. James's, Westminster

    Fallow was founded by three individuals in May 2019, two chefs Jack Croft and William Murray, and career hospitality entrepreneur James Robson. The essence of this combination makes up much of Fallows DNA, where conscious culinary creativity meets hospitality experience and passion. Fallow’s permanent home in St James’s market was established in November 2021 and has since attracted a string of awards including both the Marie Claire and GQ ‘sustainable restaurant of the year’ and the Caterer award for ‘best new restaurant’. As a Sous Chef at Fallow, you will work closely with our Head Chef, bringing your culinary expertise and leadership to create an exceptional dining experience. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, innovation, and sustainability, helping to shape a dynamic and forward-thinking kitchen. Key responsibilities: • Lead and manage the kitchen team with the Head Chef, ensuring a high standard of food preparation, presentation, and service., • Continuously assess and improve kitchen processes to enhance efficiency and quality., • Manage food and labour costs, including stock takes, to ensure profitability and budget targets are met., • Organize and rotate stock meticulously, ordering according to guidelines set forth by the Purchasing Team., • Work closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to ensure a seamless experience for customers. About you: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen., • A passion for sustainability and innovative cooking techniques., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and develop a team., • Excellent organizational and time management abilities., • A collaborative mindset and a commitment to creating a positive kitchen culture. The benefits: • Competitive salary., • Career progression., • Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses., • Wellbeing initiatives., • Reward and recognition schemes., • Free welcome lunch for you and a guest., • 50% restaurant discounts across the group., • 25% Friends and Family discounts., • 50% discount on company retail., • Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials., • Staff meal during your shift., • Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment., • Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment)., • Sabbaticals (after three years employment)., • Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At FALLOW, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    7 days 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
    11 days ago
    £21 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Are you a skilled Chef looking for flexible freelance or temp work in London? Join our elite team at I AM CHEF and cook at some of the city's most prestigious luxury events, including high-end corporate functions, private parties, and exclusive conferences. Earn a competitive rate of £21/hour, get paid within 7 working days, and gain valuable experience in top-tier event catering. About the Role As a Freelance Event Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for luxury events. Working in some of London’s most exclusive venues, you will be responsible for executing high-quality dishes while following pre-set recipes and event specifications. This is a fast-paced role that requires precision, adaptability, and professionalism to meet the high standards of our luxury clientele. Key Responsibilities Prepare and execute high-end dishes following pre-designed menus and specifications. Ensure impeccable presentation and consistency in taste, portioning, and quality. Work efficiently under pressure in dynamic, high-profile event environments. Adapt seamlessly to different kitchen setups, from five-star hotels to private estates. Maintain the highest food safety and hygiene standards at all times. Communicate effectively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure flawless service. What We Offer £21/hour, with payment processed within 7 working days. Exclusive opportunities to work at high-profile luxury events. Flexible shifts to fit your schedule. Career development opportunities, with training available to become a Head Chef (£25/hour). A professional, team-oriented culture in world-class kitchen environments. Work with state-of-the-art equipment in some of London’s most prestigious venues. We take pride in creating unforgettable dining experiences at high-end events. If you have the skills, passion, and adaptability to excel in luxury catering, apply today and our management team will be in touch soon.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    18 days ago
    £40000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We’re a Greek & Spanish inspired restaurant in Queen’s Park, NW6. We are looking for a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and support the Head Chef in delivering a memorable dining experience. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Greek and/or Spanish cuisine, who thrives in a collaborative and creative environment. Key Responsibilities • Assist the Head Chef in menu development, food preparation, and service execution., • Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes, maintaining high standards in line with the brand’s vision., • Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional atmosphere., • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including stock management, ordering, and inventory., • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized kitchen., • Contribute creatively to the menu, staying up-to-date with culinary trends and incorporating seasonal ingredients. Requirements • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, preferably in a Greek or Spanish restaurant., • Strong knowledge of either Greek or Spanish cuisine, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and seasonal cooking., • Excellent organizational and leadership skills., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating attention to detail and passion for culinary excellence. How to Apply If you are a dedicated and ambitious chef looking to grow in a supportive and creative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief detailing your relevant experience and what excites you about joining the team.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 months ago
    £16–£16.9 hourly
    Full-time
    Bushey

    Location - NW11 Employment Type - Full Time Salary - £16.90 ph Hours per week - 35 Contract Type - Permanent This isn’t just catering … this is Jewish Care catering … We’re seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our team. You’ll be working in a high-spec kitchen with top-quality equipment, including Rational iCombi ovens, as well as working in an established and high-performing team. Our sociable working hours offer the perfect work-life balance and you’ll be able to make a real difference to our service users and residents through providing great quality meals and catering. Our campus locations offer a great working environment, with the opportunity to work with a diverse and brilliant team. You’ll also support in the catering for our numerous events. We strive to be an employer of choice, fostering a positive kitchen culture where staff feel valued and supported. As a result, our team members stay with us long-term, allowing us to build strong, well-established teams that work collaboratively and support one another. If you are not familiar with Kosher kitchen practices … don’t worry – full training is provided. We offer great benefits, including Free soup and sandwich during shifts Cycle to Work scheme Discounted gym membership, and shopping discounts Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support, and access to a 24/7 GP Company sick pay and 4% employer pension contributions We are seeking a culinary professional who is committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, and delicious meals to our residents, service users and their families & friends. This post is working 35 hours per week working 5 days out of 7 and will include some weekends. Shifts are either 7am to 2.30pm or 11.30am to 7pm. As the Sous Chef you will be responsible for: Ensuring we deliver an excellent service to our customers, creating an inviting and pleasant environment. Your core duties will involve: Ensuring all food produced is to the agreed standard, developing innovative approaches ensuring market trends, cultural requirements and Kashrut laws are met Ensuring all food hygiene and Health & Safety practices are monitored, met, and recorded in line with organisational policies and current legislations Working within the agreed budget, administer unit controls in line with budget and consistently seek and implement ways of improving the quality and cost effectiveness of the service Leading, motivating and encouraging team building to ensure agreed qualitative outcomes are achieved and customer service expectations are exceeded and maintained Deputising for the Head Chef in their absence and comply with their responsibilities Who are we looking for? You will ideally have previous experience working within a busy kitchen environment, working both independently and within a team. You will need: Appropriate supervisory experience and relevant qualifications pertaining to the safe delivery of Food & Hygiene or Catering Services. NVQ Level 2 or 3 Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude Experience of working to deadlines and adhering to budgetary requirements. Understands the challenge of and sensitivity needed to care and support vulnerable people

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  • Junior chef/ kitchen assistant
    Junior chef/ kitchen assistant
    3 days ago
    £12–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    Sutton, Sutton

    About the Role We are looking for a passionate and reliable Sous Chef / Assistant Chef to join our private dining kitchen. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a smaller, high-quality kitchen environment focused on delivering exceptional food and personalised dining experiences. You will work closely with the Head Chef to prepare, cook, and present dishes to a high standard for private dining events and exclusive bookings. Key Responsibilities Assist the Head Chef with daily food preparation and service Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to the menu and standards Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen safety practices Support menu preparation and ingredient organisation Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and fully stocked Help with plating and presentation for private dining service Work efficiently during service while maintaining quality Requirements Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Assistant Chef preferred Passion for high-quality food and attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced but professional kitchen environment Strong teamwork and communication skills Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards Flexibility to work evenings and weekends What We offer Friendly and professional kitchen environment Opportunity to be creative and contribute to menu development Work in an exclusive private dining setting Staff meals and potential career progression

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