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Join Tapas Brindisa as a Junior Sous Chef and contribute to our mission of delivering authentic Spanish culinary experiences across London. For over 20 years, we've celebrated warm hospitality, bold flavours, and a genuine love for Spanish culture in our vibrant restaurants. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will play a vital supporting role in our kitchen operations, working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to maintain exceptional culinary standards and foster a positive team environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in all aspects of kitchen management and food preparation., • Support the kitchen team, ensuring high performance and continuous development., • Maintain consistent food quality and presentation, adhering to Brindisa's authentic Spanish culinary standards., • Assist with kitchen operations, including stock management, ordering, and inventory control., • Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations., • Support the development and training of junior chefs., • Contribute to menu development and innovation under supervision. About You: • Proven experience as a strong Chef de Partie or aspiring Junior Sous Chef in a fast-paced restaurant environment., • A genuine passion for Spanish cuisine and high-quality ingredients., • Good leadership and communication skills, with a willingness to learn and grow., • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities., • Committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. What We Offer: • 28 days holiday., • 35% discounts across our restaurants and retail offerings., • Staff meals provided during shifts., • Employee assistance program to support your well-being., • Childcare vouchers (where applicable)., • Cycle to work scheme., • £300 refer a friend reward scheme., • Excellent opportunities for career progression within our growing business., • The chance to participate in exciting trips to Spain to meet our producers.

We have a great opportunity for a Chef De Partie to join our team. To be considered for the role, you’ll have experience working as a Chef for a high-end casual or fine dining restaurant. You will be working alongside great team and serve amazing tapas created from best Spanish produce. Here at Brindisa our food is homely and authentic, with flavour always being the key factor. Above all our food is about sharing. We celebrate the culture and dining experience of small plates. We have a direct relationship with all our suppliers, bringing their ethos and quality to the table. We offer: 28 days holiday Paid overtime 35% discounts in our restaurants and our retail offerings Employee assistance program Childcare vouchers Cycle to work scheme £300 refer a friend reward Opportunity for trips to Spain to meet our producers

We are seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our vibrant team, contributing to the authentic Spanish food experience at Tapas Brindisa. For over 20 years, we've celebrated warm hospitality, bold flavours, and a genuine love for Spanish culture across our London restaurants. As Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional culinary standards and inspiring our team. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management and food preparation, • Lead and motivate the kitchen team, ensuring high performance and continuous development, • Maintain consistent food quality and presentation, adhering to Brindisa's authentic Spanish culinary standards, • Oversee kitchen operations, including stock management, ordering, and inventory control, • Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, • Develop and train junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive work environment, • Contribute to menu development and innovation About You: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior Chef de Partie in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment, • A genuine passion for Spanish cuisine and high-quality ingredients, • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team, • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, • Committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene What We Offer: • 28 days holiday, • 35% discounts across our restaurants and retail offerings, • Staff meals provided during shifts, • Employee assistance program to support your well-being, • Childcare vouchers (where applicable), • Cycle to work scheme, • £300 refer a friend reward scheme, • Excellent opportunities for career progression within our growing business, • The chance to participate in exciting trips to Spain to meet our producers

We have a great opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team. To be considered for the role, you’ll have two years of experience working as Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef for a high-end casual or fine dining restaurant. You will be working alongside great team and serve amazing tapas created from best Spanish produce. Here at Brindisa our food is homely and authentic, with flavour always being the key factor. Above all our food is about sharing. We celebrate the culture and dining experience of small plates. We have a direct relationship with all our suppliers, bringing their ethos and quality to the table. We offer: 28 days holiday Paid overtime 35% discounts in our restaurants and our retail offerings Employee assistance program Childcare vouchers Cycle to work scheme £300 refer a friend reward Opportunity for trips to Spain to meet our producers

Head Chef We have a great opportunity for a Head Chef to join our team. To be considered for the role, you'll have a few years of experience, working as a Senior Sous or Head Chef in a high-end casual or fine dining restaurant. You will manage all kitchen operations, whilst leading and developing your team. You'll take part in the creation of accomplished classic and elegant tapas dishes made from the best Spanish ingredients led by our Group Head Chef. Be part of our team Here at Brindisa, our food is homely and authentic, with flavour always being the key factor. Above all our food is about sharing. We celebrate the culture and dining experience of small plates. We have a direct relationship with all our suppliers, bringing their ethos and quality to the table. We offer: • 33 days holiday, • Paid overtime, • 35% discounts in our restaurants and our retail offerings, • Cycle to work scheme, • Opportunity to progress within the business across our sites, • Opportunity for trips to Spain to meet our producers, • Private health care after 1 year of service

Salary - Up to £38,000 per year Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a high-quality restaurant Sabor are seeking a Chef de Partie to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Founded by Nieves Barragan, Sabor (meaning flavour in Spanish) takes you on a journey from the tapas bars of Andalucía, through to the asadors of Castile and the seafood restaurants of Galicia. Sabor focuses on capturing the flavour of Spain as well as showcasing the use of traditional ingredients and cooking methods, and a relaxed approach to dining. The quality of the produce our kitchen enjoys is unparalleled. Upstairs in the Asador, whole suckling pigs are cooked in the wood-fired oven, and octopus are simmered in giant copper pots. Downstairs in the restaurant, a seafood counter sits next to dining bar, where guests can oversee the kitchen in full service. Sabor was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2018 The Position We're looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all-encapsulating experience to our guests. You'll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people for as passionate about food and hospitality as we are! If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Prior experience as a Chef de Partie within a fast-paced quality, restaurant;, • Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;, • A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;, • Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;, • The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Dining & Hospitality • Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants, • CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants Health & Wellness • Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK, • 24/7 GP & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare, • 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing, • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it, • Health, legal, money and debt support services available Entertainment • Up to 55% off cinema tickets, • Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more), • Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK Financial Support • Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it, • Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning, • Company donations for your involvement with charities Special Occasions & Recognition • Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions, • Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment, • Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral

We have a great opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef/Sous chef to join our team. To be considered for the role, you’ll have few years of experience, working for a high-end casual or fine dining restaurant. You will be working alongside great team and serve amazing tapas created from best Spanish produce. We offer: • 28 days holiday, • Paid overtime, • 35% discounts in our restaurants and our retail offerings, • Employee assistance program, • Childcare vouchers, • Cycle to work scheme., • £300 refer a friend reward.

La Gamba is a family-run, Spanish concept restaurant in the heart of Southbank. We've been serving the best tapas since 2023, and as an independent business rooted in hospitality, we are proud of our people and our produce. Quality comes first in everything we do. About the role. We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie, to join the La Gamba team at Unit 3, Southbank Centre. You'll need a genuine warmth for people and the ability to thrive when service is busy. Working alongside the senior team, you'll lead the back of house and make sure every dish comes out in time and to the highest standards, whilst the team remain energised and engaged. We offer. • Personal development support and career progression., • A close-knit team in one of London's best locations., • Tronc available weekly through TiPJAR., • 35+ hours contract. If you are interested, please apply through - we look forward to hearing from you.

Camino is the home of Spanish tapas in London, providing a social tapas bar and restaurant experience – the life and soul and tastes of Spain. We’re always on the lookout for warm, friendly people with loads of energy, and a genuine passion for what we do. If you enjoy a lively atmosphere working with great people then Camino is the place for you. We have a fantastic training and development programme for all new starters and offer competitive pay, incentives, industry-standard hospitality qualifications and most importantly, lots of fun! The biggest compliment we get is from staff telling us they regard working here as being part of a family. We are an excellent place in which to grow and improve as a chef. Chef requirements Have previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy restaurant Be an outstanding cook, and passionate about producing the finest food they can Previous experiCamino is the home of Spanish tapas in London, providing a social tapas bar and restaurant experience – the life and soul and tastes of Spain. We’re always on the lookout for warm, friendly people with loads of energy, and a genuine passion for what we do. If you enjoy a lively atmosphere working with great people then Camino is the place for you. We have a fantastic training and development programme for all new starters and offer competitive pay, incentives, industry-standard hospitality qualifications and most importantly, lots of fun! The biggest compliment we get is from staff telling us they regard working here as being part of a family. We are an excellent place in which to grow and improve as a chef. Chef requirements Have previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy restaurant Be an outstanding cook, and passionate about producing the finest food they can Previous experience with Spanish food is not necessary In Return, We Offer Competitive wages Good working hours - flexible with 2 day off The chance to grow within the company Generous staff discount Staff food

La Gamba is a family-run, Spanish concept restaurant in the heart of Southbank. We've been serving the best tapas since 2023, and as an independent business rooted in hospitality, we are proud of our people and our produce. Quality comes first in everything we do. About the role. We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join the La Gamba team at Unit 3, Southbank Centre. You'll need a genuine warmth for people and the ability to thrive when service is busy. Working alongside the senior team, you'll lead the back of house and make sure every dish comes out in time and to the highest standards, whilst the team remain energised and engaged. Responsibilities: • Lunch and dinner service supervision/management., • Staff training., • Understanding of labour costs and cash up management., • Regular stock takes including linen and drinks., • Support recruitment and manage compliance., • Restaurant set-up and close-down operations. Requirements: • Previous experience in a similar environment. Quality-focused, fast-paced, independent., • A real passion for hospitality and people., • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail., • Basic grasp of Microsoft 365. We offer. • Personal development support and career progression., • A close-knit team in one of London's best locations., • Tronc available weekly through TiPJAR., • 45 hours contract and overtime paid. If you are interested, please apply through - we look forward to hearing from you.

Il Bistrotto is an Italian bistro in Chelsea, created in collaboration with Velier, one of the most respected names in the spirits world. We are an evening-only venue with a warm, vibrant atmosphere. We serve a menu of Italian tapas-style plates, designed for fast and energetic service. While this is a full Sous Chef role across all sections of the kitchen, the successful candidate will also need to be confident working in our bakery station, where we prepare our house-made Focaccia al Formaggio — one of the highlights of our menu. Responsibilities: • Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, • Arrange stocks and support the head chef in creating recipes, • Work efficiently across all stations, including assisting with focaccia production, • Maintain excellent standards of quality, organisation, and food safety Requirements: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong CDP ready to step up, • Knowledge of Italian cuisine; confidence with doughs is a plus, • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: • Evening-only shifts (apart from weekend), • A supportive, creative kitchen environment, • Opportunity to grow within a project backed by Velier If this sounds like the right fit, we would love to hear from you.

Head Chef – Asian Tapas Kitchen (7ELEMENTS) We are looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen and bring creativity to an exciting Asian-inspired tapas menu. Our concept focuses on bold flavours, beautifully presented small plates, and a modern dining experience designed for sharing. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys combining traditional Asian influences with contemporary small plate dining. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service Develop and execute an innovative Asian tapas-style menu Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation standards Train, lead, and motivate the kitchen team Manage stock control, ordering, and food cost management Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations Work with management to create seasonal specials and new menu ideas What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up Experience with Asian cuisine and small plate/tapas concepts Creative approach to flavour combinations and modern presentation Strong leadership and organisational skills Ability to work in a high-energy, fast-paced kitchen environment Passion for quality ingredients and innovative cooking What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience Creative input into menu development Opportunity to build and lead your own kitchen team Supportive management and a positive working environment If you are a passionate chef with a love for Asian flavours and modern tapas-style dining, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join our Spanish tapas restaurant in London. The ideal candidate has experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a love for Spanish cuisine. You will be responsible for managing your section and maintaining high quality and consistency. If you are motivated, organised and enjoy working in a team, we would love to hear from you. Posibility for future prospects within the conpany.

Join Our Team at The Hideaway Riverside Restaurant We’re Looking for a Passionate Chef to Join Our Vibrant Kitchen! Located at the Marina on Portsmouth Road with beautiful views of the riverside. Are you an enthusiastic chef with a love for creating delicious dishes in a lively, fast-paced environment? Do you thrive on variety and the chance to showcase your culinary skills? We want YOU to join us at The Hideaway kitchen team What We Offer: An exciting and dynamic kitchen environment with plenty of variety Beautiful location with stunning views of the river Thames Competitive salary Pension Scheme Holiday Pay Staff meals and discounts Opportunities for growth and career progression A supportive, friendly team of chefs and front-of-house staff Flexible working hours, ideal for those seeking work life balance Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook high quality dishes from our menu, including Brunch, Lunch & Tapas Work alongside a talented kitchen team to deliver a seamless dining experience Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and ensure health and safety standards are met What We’re Looking For: Previous experience in a professional kitchen Passion for cooking and a keen eye for detail A love for working in a fun, team-driven atmosphere Ability to remain calm and organised during busy periods Flexibility to work weekends, especially Sundays for the roast service A creative approach to cooking and a commitment to delivering fantastic food If you’re looking for a new challenge where you can show off your culinary talents,The Hideaway Restaurant is the place for you!