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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    6 days ago
    £38000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    What we're looking for... Are you a Sous Chef who lives and breathes fresh ingredients and isn’t afraid to get stuck in when the kitchen’s buzzing? You’ll be the kind of leader who lifts the team up, keeps standards sky-high, and still finds the joy in it all when the ticket machine won’t stop. If you’ve cut your teeth in a premium branded fresh-food kitchen, whether that’s as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a restaurant or a lively gastro pub, brilliant. But if your path’s been a bit different and you’ve still got the skills, the hunger, and the spark? Hit apply and tell us what you’re all about. 💙 What's in it for you? Pay 💸 Salary package of up to £ 42,000 per year* (combined fixed annual salary and base tronc), plus additional, uncapped tronc potential, based on site performance. Overall, on track earnings £ 46,000 based on current site performance. Perks & Treats ✨ 50% off when you dine with your favourite people 🎉 Plenty of fun, feel-good team socials 🧠 Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 'Hospitality Action' - free, confidential support 24/7 including mental health sessions 💸 Early access to wages through Stream 🎁 Long service awards and celebrations 🍽️ Free, delicious Megan’s food & drinks on every shift 🛟 Plus all the usual standard stuff like pension contributions & 28 days holiday Grow With Us 🚀 Ongoing training & real progression opportunities - if you want to move into leadership, we’ll back you 🌱 Get involved in new openings as we grow 🏙️ Opportunities to move between our neighbourhood restaurants and build your career across the group 💙 About us... We’re an independently owned, dog-friendly collection of 20+ neighbourhood restaurants, serving up fresh Mediterranean-inspired food from brunch through to cocktails. With exciting growth plans, there are big opportunities to build your career with us, plus plenty of fun along the way - our team parties are the stuff of legends. We’re a diverse, inclusive bunch who make sure everyone feels genuinely welcome, and we’re proud to support local charities and be a real force for good in our communities. At Megan’s, our people are the magic. Yes, we’ve got dreamy interiors, food inspired by sunny places and fresh cocktails shaken to perfection, but the real reason our restaurants feel so special? The team. They’re what set us apart and what everyone who works here and visits us loves most. If you’re ready to be part of our amazing team and take the next step in your career, apply to be our next superstar GM and unleash your magic! Megan’s Restaurants is equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. *Package includes membership of an independently managed tronc arrangement through which service charge is allocated outside of and in addition to your basic pay from your employment

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  • Head Pizza Chef
    Head Pizza Chef
    6 days ago
    £17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our love affair with South London continues! We opened our ninth Yard Sale Pizza in Crofton Park (between Brockley and Honour Oak Park) bringing our hand-made, hand-delivered pizza to the neighbourhood in 2021. We're offering up our ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our own amazing team of drivers, alongside a small but perfectly formed dine-in space. What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You'll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • Maintaining 5* Food Hygiene standards., • You'll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What's on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week. Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI's., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

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  • Breakfast Chef
    Breakfast Chef
    21 days ago
    £15–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Breakfast Chef – Creative & Experienced 📍 Break the Fast London Brockley, SE4 🕘 Open 7 Days a Week 💷 £14–£17 per hour (Weekly Pay) Full-Time & Part-Time Available Immediate Start Break the Fast London is a vibrant, fast-growing brunch concept inspired by global breakfast flavours. We are looking for an experienced and creative Breakfast Chef to join our kitchen team and help elevate our offering as we continue to grow. This is not an entry-level role. We’re looking for someone confident, organised and capable of running a busy brunch service. The Role You will be responsible for: • Preparing and delivering high-quality breakfast and brunch dishes, • Managing and executing Deliveroo & UberEats orders efficiently • Maintaining consistency, presentation and speed during peak service • Supporting menu development with creative ideas • Ensuring excellent hygiene and food safety standards • Working collaboratively with front-of-house to ensure smooth service • We’re Looking For Someone Who:, • Has proven experience as a Breakfast or Brunch Chef, • Is confident managing high-volume weekend service, • Understands timing, ticket flow and delivery platform pressure, • Has strong plating and presentation skills, • Brings creativity and initiative to the kitchen, • Lives within 30 minutes of Brockley (essential), • Is reliable, punctual and professional, • What We Offer, • £14–£18 per hour depending on experience, • Weekly pay, • Full-time or part-time flexibility, • Opportunity to grow with an expanding brand, • Supportive, ambitious and energetic team environment, • If you’re passionate about brunch culture and want to be part of building something special in South East London, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Chef
    Chef
    1 month ago
    £13–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    Shortlands, Bromley

    Filoxenia, one of Bromley’s most loved Greek restaurants, is looking for a talented and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team. We are seeking a dedicated professional who takes pride in creating exceptional food, maintaining high standards, and delivering the authentic flavours and hospitality that Filoxenia is known for. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, strong kitchen skills, and the creativity to contribute to our evolving menu. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook high-quality Greek and Mediterranean dishes to our standards, • Ensure consistency in flavour, presentation, and portion control, • Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards, • Work efficiently during busy service periods, • Work closely with the team to deliver an outstanding dining experience for our guests Requirements: • Proven experience as a Chef in a restaurant environment, • Strong knowledge of Mediterranean/Greek cuisine is preferred, • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality, • Ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen, • Positive attitude, reliability, and strong teamwork skills, • Good understanding of food safety regulations What We Offer: • Competitive salary based on experience, • Opportunity to work in a highly regarded Bromley restaurant, • A supportive and professional kitchen environment, • The chance to be part of a growing and passionate team If you are a talented Chef who loves creating great food and wants to be part of the Filoxenia family, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of one of Bromley’s favourite dining destinations.

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  • Starter Chef
    Starter Chef
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Sidcup

    We are looking for an experienced Starter Chef to join our friendly team at our busy family-run Italian restaurant and pizzeria. Please do not apply if you do not have previous experience working as a Starter Chef or in a similar kitchen role. About the Role You will be responsible for preparing and plating starters, assisting with food preparation, and working alongside our experienced chefs to maintain the high standards our customers expect. Responsibilities ● Preparing and presenting starters to a high standard. ● Assisting with food preparation and kitchen organisation. ● Maintaining excellent food hygiene and cleanliness. ● Supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods. ● Following recipes and ensuring consistency in every dish. ● Helping with stock rotation and kitchen organisation. Essential Requirements ● Previous experience as a Starter Chef or in a similar professional kitchen role is essential. ● Passion for quality food and Italian cuisine. ● Ability to work efficiently under pressure. ● Strong teamwork and communication skills. ● Reliable, punctual, and hardworking. ● Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety. What We Offer ● Competitive pay based on experience. ● A supportive, friendly family-run working environment. ● Staff meals during shifts. ● Flexible working hours. ● Opportunities for career progression. If you have the required experience and would like to become part of our dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a brief introduction to apply. Applications from candidates without the required kitchen experience will not be considered.

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