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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    3 days ago
    £15.5–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Pachamama Group was set up in October 2014 with a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe by doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. Bottarga, born from a series of summers spent wandering the Greek islands, the newest addition to the Pachamama Group is a love letter to their vibrant cuisine and endless love for feta cheese. As a seasoned Chef de Partie, we anticipate your readiness to bring your top performance and culinary flair to our team. For the Chef de Partie role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Full Service Charge distribution., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday for a full time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. As our Chef de Partie, we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best, we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.

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  • Pastry Chef - Monday to Friday - Agency
    Pastry Chef - Monday to Friday - Agency
    5 days ago
    £17.4–£22 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Rate Per Hour - £17.40 (£19.50 Inclusive of Holiday) to £19.63 (£22.00 Inclusive of Holiday) Host Staffing is the staffing agency supporting many of the UK's biggest and most prestigious events. We are looking for Pastry chefs to join our company to give you flexible work, as much or as little as you need: full-time hours or an evening or day here or there, for a week here or there or for the Summer. Currently, we are recruiting Casual Event Pastry Chefs for the coming Summer Event Season: Remuneration • Hourly Paid or Day Rate for Band and Film Work, • £17.50-19.63 Per Hour (Plus Holiday Pay on Top) -Depending on Client, Experience and Role., • Weekly Paid Times of Work • Monday to Friday, • 8am till 4.30m + Evening Functions Minimum 6 Hours, • Evening Functions – It may suit you if you want extra work around a full-time job., • Some Weekends – To Support Functions, i.e. Weddings What the Work is • Volume Event Prep- Canapés, Bowl food, Weddings, Film Premiers, seated plated dinners/banquets., • Crew and VIP Catering at Band, Film/TV Locations and Festivals., • Plating Up & Garnishing at Function Location • Client kitchens are based throughout London to suit your home or work location., • Evening Functions –majority-based in London, so can suit your home or work location., • Weekend functions and weddings may be outside London., • Functions out of London – Travel Time and Travel Cost paid., • Taxis are provided if public transport is not available. Experience and Requirements • Relevant Chef Experience- Fresh Food and Volume., • Minimum experience needed: Pastry Chef De Partie Level. Licence/Certifications: • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate, • Allergen Training -Certificate, • Your own Presentable chef whites, hat, apron, knives, and steel-toe cap safety shoes·Right to Work in the UK If you are interested in a role, please apply now. We can arrange a call, and if it works for you, we will schedule an in-person meeting.

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  • Crepier / Experienced Chef
    Crepier / Experienced Chef
    7 days ago
    £16–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    JOIN LA PETITE BRETAGNE – FULL-TIME CREPIER / CHEF At La Petite Bretagne, making crêpes isn’t just cooking—it’s craftsmanship. Every galette and crêpe leaving our kitchen reflects our standards, attention to detail and pride in traditional French cuisine. We’re looking for an experienced Chef or Crepier who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes genuine ownership of their work. This is not an entry-level kitchen position. We’re looking for someone who already has experience working in a professional kitchen. Previous crêpier experience is a major advantage, but not essential—we will teach you our recipes and techniques. What matters most is your ability to manage your section independently, stay organised under pressure, and consistently produce high-quality food. Long-term commitment only. No seasonal or summer applications, please. YOUR ROLE As our Crepier, you will be trusted to run your kitchen section independently. This includes: Preparing and cooking traditional savoury galettes and sweet crêpes to our standards. Managing your own section throughout service with minimal supervision. Maintaining exceptional cleanliness, organisation and food safety at all times. Working efficiently during busy services without compromising quality. Monitoring stock levels and keeping your station fully prepared. Communicating effectively with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth service. Taking pride in every plate that leaves your section. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Previous experience as a Chef is essential. Previous experience as a Crepier is highly desirable, but full training will be provided. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Someone who is comfortable managing their section independently. Calm, focused and efficient under pressure. Strong attention to detail and consistency. Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards. A genuine passion for quality food and professional kitchen work. Applications from candidates without professional kitchen experience will not be considered. WHY JOIN LA PETITE BRETAGNE? Competitive salary plus generous service charge. Complimentary staff meals and employee discounts. Full Crepier training provided. Rotas published 2–3 weeks in advance. A supportive, professional kitchen with clear standards. Career progression within a growing restaurant brand. Recognition programmes and performance-based rewards. WHO WILL SUCCEED HERE? This role is for someone who enjoys responsibility. You don’t need constant supervision. You take ownership of your section, stay organised during busy services, and understand that consistency is what separates a good chef from a great one. If you’re looking for a kitchen where professionalism, quality and pride in your work genuinely matter, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Breakfast Chef
    Breakfast Chef
    26 days ago
    £14–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Chelsea, Kensington and Chelsea

    Cinta Café is a neighbourhood café in London known for great coffee, fresh food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We’re looking for a confident Breakfast Chef with strong baking skills to join our small, friendly team. You’ll be part of a hands-on team of 6, focused on creating high-quality food and a space our regulars genuinely enjoy returning to. Hours & Pay 4 days per week, may include weekends (with potential for additional shifts) 6:30am – 2:30pm 30-minute unpaid break per shift £14 per hour What You’ll Be Doing Preparing and cooking breakfast and brunch dishes during service Baking and preparing pastries, cakes, and other baked items Supporting with prep for lunch service Creating fresh, seasonal salads and contributing ideas for lunch specials Maintaining a clean, organised kitchen and storage areas Managing prep, stock rotation, and food safety standards Supporting the wider team during busy periods Working efficiently during fast-paced morning service Helping maintain the warm, community-focused atmosphere we’re known for What We’re Looking For Confident breakfast chef with previous experience in a busy kitchen including making herb oils Strong baking skills are essential Experience with pastries or bakery work is a huge bonus Someone creative with food and confident developing colourful, fresh salad and lunch ideas Organised, proactive, and able to work with urgency Calm under pressure and able to manage a busy breakfast service Reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented Someone who takes pride in presentation and consistency Why Join Cinta A genuinely lovely working environment A loyal customer base you’ll get to know A supportive, close-knit team Creative input encouraged As we head into summer, we get significantly busier — so it’s a great opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, energetic service environment

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  • Head Waiter / Waitress
    Head Waiter / Waitress
    11 days ago
    £16–£21 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    JOIN LA PETITE BRETAGNE – FULL-TIME HEAD WAITER / HEAD WAITRESS At La Petite Bretagne, we don’t just serve food and drinks—we create memorable experiences.From our authentic Breton galettes to our signature sweet crêpes, every guest should leave feeling they’ve discovered something special.We’re looking for an experienced Head Waiter / Head Waitress to take ownership of our front of house.This isn’t a standard waiting role. It’s a position for someone who enjoys responsibility and takes pride in running a restaurant floor with confidence.Our restaurant has just 27 seats, which means you’ll often be the only person looking after the entire front of house. You’ll be trusted to manage every aspect of the guest experience independently while working closely with the kitchen.Long-term commitment only. No seasonal or summer applications, please. YOUR ROLE You will be responsible for the complete operation of the restaurant floor, including: • Greeting and seating every guest., • Taking food and drink orders., • Preparing all coffees and hot drinks (essential)., • Serving food and drinks with confidence and personality., • Clearing, resetting and polishing tables throughout service., • Maintaining exceptional cleanliness and organisation., • Managing the pace of service from opening until closing., • Creating an outstanding guest experience from arrival to departure. This is a self-managed position. You’ll have the autonomy to run the front of house your way while maintaining the high standards that define La Petite Bretagne. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Previous experience as a Head Waiter, Supervisor, Assistant Manager or similar senior front-of-house role., • Excellent coffee-making skills (applications without barista experience will not be considered)., • Experience working in busy restaurants., • Exceptional organisational and time-management skills., • Someone who enjoys working independently and taking ownership., • Calm under pressure with outstanding attention to detail., • A warm, confident personality that makes every guest feel welcome., • Weekend availability is essential and non negotiable! WHY JOIN LA PETITE BRETAGNE? • Competitive salary plus generous service charge., • Complimentary staff meals and exclusive employee discounts., • Full training and support from day one., • Rotas published a month in advance., • Consecutive days off, • A clear pathway to becoming Floor Manager, with promotion opportunities from your first month based on performance., • Career progression within a growing restaurant brand., • Recognition programmes and performance-based rewards. WHO WILL THRIVE HERE? This role is perfect for someone who doesn’t wait to be told what to do.You’re organised, proactive and naturally take ownership. You enjoy running a restaurant floor, making decisions, solving problems and delivering exceptional hospitality without constant supervision.If you’re looking for a role with genuine responsibility, excellent rewards and real career progression, we’d love to meet you.

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