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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    2 days ago
    £14.81 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    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.

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  • Food Runner and Waiter / Waitress
    Food Runner and Waiter / Waitress
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    London

    Food Runner – Layali Lounge Layali Lounge is a Lebanese restaurant and shisha lounge at Trent Park Country Club, North London. We’re known for warm, generous Lebanese hospitality, where every guest is treated like family. Our aim is that every guest leaves feeling welcomed, well looked after and eager to come back. As a Food Runner, you’re a key part of the service team and the vital link between our kitchen and the floor. You make sure every dish reaches the guest hot, fresh and looking exactly as it should. Key responsibilities: • Take food from the kitchen to the right tables quickly, safely and accurately, • Check each plate against the order and presentation standards before it leaves the pass, • Know the menu well enough to describe dishes, especially our meze and grills, when serving, • Check in with guests after dishes arrive and pass any requests to the waiting team, • Clear, clean and reset tables promptly between courses and guests, • Keep the pass, service stations and floor tidy and well stocked throughout service, • Follow food hygiene and allergen procedures at all times, • Support the waiters, bar and shisha team whenever it’s busy What we’re looking for: • A friendly, positive attitude and a genuine wish to make guests happy, • The ability to stay calm, organised and quick during busy services, • Good teamwork and clear communication, • Attention to detail and pride in high standards, • Reliability, punctuality and a smart appearance Waiter/Waitress – Layali Lounge At Layali Lounge, service is at the heart of everything we do. We want every visit to feel special, whether it’s a relaxed meal, a celebration or an evening of shisha with friends. Our waiting team creates that experience through warm, attentive and personal service in true Lebanese hospitality style. As a Waiter or Waitress, you’ll look after guests from the moment they arrive until they leave, making sure every table feels valued and every detail is right. Key responsibilities: • Greet guests warmly, seat them and make them feel at home, • Present the menu with confidence, explaining dishes, recommending meze, grills, drinks and shisha, • Take orders accurately, including allergies and special requests, and pass them clearly to the kitchen and bar, • Serve food and drinks to a high standard, at the right pace for each table, • Read each table and anticipate what guests need, such as a top-up, the next course or a quick check-in, • Handle questions, feedback and any issues politely and professionally, • Take payments accurately and thank guests personally as they leave, • Keep sections clean, organised and ready for service, • Work closely with food runners, the kitchen, bar and shisha team to keep service smooth, • Follow food hygiene, allergen and licensing procedures What we’re looking for: • Excellent people skills and a natural warmth with guests, • Confident, clear communication and good English, • The ability to manage several tables and stay calm under pressure, • A smart, well-presented appearance and a professional manner, • A team player who takes pride in high standards, • Previous restaurant experience is a plus, but the right attitude matters most Why join Layali Lounge? • A growing business with real opportunities to progress into senior, supervisory and management roles, • Full training on our menu, service standards and hospitality, • A friendly, supportive team in a beautiful setting at Trent Park Country Club, • Staff meals and a fun, lively working environment

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  • Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
    Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
    2 months ago
    £16.49–£16.51 hourly
    Full-time
    Waltham Abbey

    Head Chef — The Owl, Loughton - Owned by Punch Taverns and Managed by CDZ Inns Lippitts Hill, Waltham Abbey, Loughton IG10 4AL | £16.50 per hour | 37.5–40 hours per week Start date: Between 14th September and 12th October 2026 (subject to minor changes) — The Owl is currently closed for a major refurbishment and is due to reopen to the public on 27 October 2026. The Owl, a soon-to-be newly refurbished pub on the edge of Epping Forest, is looking for an experienced and energetic Head Chef to lead our kitchen and oversee all kitchen operations. We require someone with a genuine passion for good food, strong leadership skills, and a background in hospitality — able to inspire your team, uphold food safety standards, and keep a busy kitchen running to a high standard while delighting our guests. You'll play a key role in maintaining The Owl's long-built reputation for excellent food and service. Initial three-month live-in accommodation may be available, subject to additional space being created due to refurbishment plans and satisfactory checks. What you'll do • Lead and supervise the kitchen team — chefs, cooks, food prep staff and porters — fostering a collaborative, enjoyable and motivated environment, • Cook to menu specification and oversee food offering production, ensuring quality, presentation, and consistency, • Manage daily kitchen operations, including stock, ordering, cleanliness, and compliance with health and food safety regulations, • Possibility of developing and contributing to menu specials, reflecting current culinary trends, seasonal ingredients, and guest preferences at a later date., • Train staff in food safety procedures, cooking techniques, and service standards, • Monitor food preparation processes to optimise efficiency and minimise waste, • Coordinate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service during busy periods What we're looking for • Proven experience as a chef in a hospitality or restaurant kitchen, ideally with supervisory experience, • Strong culinary skills across food preparation, cooking technique, and kitchen operations, • Sound knowledge of food safety regulations and best practice thereof, • A leader who can motivate and manage a team effectively, including under pressure, • Excellent communication skills with kitchen staff, front-of-house, and guests alike, • Strong organisational skills across inventory management, scheduling, and daily workflows and a quick learner for non-food processes., • A proactive, hands-on approach and genuine passion for delivering exceptional food experiences This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a kitchen with a strong local reputation, lead a motivated team, and play a key part in relaunching and creating a new chapter of your own as The Owl reopens to the public.

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