Sous Chef - small brigade :: Central London

Already having established a good regular trade over the past five years, the owner is building a new restaurant and kitchen to be ready by March. Separating the bar menu downstairs from the first floor restaurant one, the trend will still be for well-executed classic cooking, and weekly meetings to discuss seasonal variations with menu input expected. Brig of 4, 8 shifts over 5 days, £26,000 + tips

Type: Permanent Ref: 1201664

Pasta Chef - evenings :: London - West End

Working Mon-Fri 3-10.30pm in this Italian restaurant, the clients seek a chef with authentic pasta training capable of running this section, doing the preparation in the afternoon and the evening service. Quite a young team, this position offers nice hours and a basic salary of £18,500 pa.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1201663

Chef de Partie - production :: Willesden - NW London

Operating from a central production kitchen this family-run business provides top-end, ready-made dishes for boutique retailers, farmers markets, deli-outlets, etc with a heavy French onus on the style and presentation. They need a well-trained, competent Chef de Partie who may like the hours which are mostly 7am-3pm Mon-Sat.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1201662

Chef de Partie & Commis Chef :: Chelsea, London SW6

Tucked away in a residential area this gastro-pub is considered a hidden gem by locals and critics alike and is deceptively larger than first thought. The brigade of five produce predominantly British menus that are refreshingly unpretentious, and their previous experience in rosetted places shows. Salaries acc to age & exp.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1201661

Chef de Partie - live in or out :: Greater London - Surrey

Looking for a candidate trained and comfortable with trad, classical dishes in the Eng/French style. This restaurant with function rooms has a negligible staff turnover with the small kitchen brigade of four having served over fifty years between them, and a similar front of house, so a very stable position is available, well paid for the right person.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1201660

Head Chef - seaside restaurant :: Isle of Wight - live out, will assist

Professional caterer is taking over the lease of this seaside premises and turning from cafe to more traditional restaurant seating up to 100. Looking for an experienced chef with menu flair and business awareness to help develop a successful operation in a competitive area that still offers opportunity to earn. All-year round position, salary dep on exp, and will help find accom if needed

Type: Permanent Ref: 1201659

Pastry Chef - Restaurant :: Belgravia, London SW1

An enthusiastic individual is required to take full responsibility for this section in a popular, up-market restaurant near Victoria. You will have a free hand to create your own menus within the general theme which is based on classical French and British dishes using lots of game and well-sourced products served in a 'clubby' atmosphere. Good salary will be offered acc to exp.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1110658

Chef de Partie - incl Pastry :: NW England - Cheshire - live in

Boutique hotel situated in acres of parkland is a very popular venue locally for weddings, as well as attracting wealthy overseas visitors for its combination of historic appearance and award-winning gastronomy. The small team need a CdP strong on pastry, minimally to two-rosette standards, but also able to help in the main kitchen so a good all-rounder. Idyllic setting and salary neg acc to exp plus accom.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1110657

Sous Chef - live in :: near Bromley, KENT

Large, detached Victorian building was tastefully transformed several years ago into a multi-outlet op over four floors with restaurant, private dining, roof-terrace and walled garden. The kitchen team produce fine-dining menus based on Anglo/French classics with seasonal changes, and exp in catering for small parties is a must. £22,000 L/in

Type: Permanent Ref: 1110656

Chefs de Parties - New Opening :: Clapham - London SW

This is a good career move to work with an exceptional chef who has joined this company to launch their third venture. Other two have been critically acclaimed for thir fastidious sourcing of seasonal produce and this one will attract industry interest too. Solid skills and a passion for quality ingredients will be rewarded as part of a team of seven in this 70-cover op

Type: Permanent Ref: 1110655

Chef de Partie - some pastry :: SW London - Streatham

Following a major refurb this huge old pub re-opened nearly nine months ago as a food-led op with a large, airy, well-equipped, open-plan kitchen supplying two homely dining areas plus the bars with menus featuring a twist on traditional comfort food and a British a la carte. brigade of 5 working 8 shifts/wk over 5 days - c £25K

Type: Permanent Ref: 1110654

Chef de Partie - Brasserie - £24K :: off Oxford Street, W1

After establishing two popular restaurant/wine bars near London Bridge over the past decade, owners decided on the West End for their third venture recently and it's taken off dramatically so need two solid CdPs to supplement the brigade. Open from breakfast through to post-theatre you'll need experience with volume and presentation. 5 days straight shifts & already proving to be a fun place to work as they build up another success.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1109653

Single-handed Chef - live in :: Faversham, Kent

Lovely couple have had this pub-restaurant for many years during which time the husband has cooked but now wants to employ a chef to take over the reins and free him up for front of house duties. Traditional favourites requiring good home-cooking skills in a friendly, happy environment, with comfortable accommodation for the right person. c £18K

Type: Permanent Ref: 1109652

Head chef - restaurant :: Southbank - London SE1

Recently celebrating its 30th birthday this ever-present guide book favourite has a monthly-changing a la carte based on european traditionals but with some original ideas and novel presentations too, and with set price menus for pre- & post-theatre trade complementing an outstanding wine list. Team of 6/7, closed Suns plus Sat lunchtime.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1109651

Chefs de Partie :: Mayfair, London W1

West End flagship of a privately-owned handful of well-sited 'british' restaurants within traditional pub environs, the theme continues although sprinkled with european and wider influences. Brigade of 8 supplies three outlets including fine-dining and chef's table. 7/8 shifts per week although not too late finishing, and basic c £21K plus extras

Type: Permanent Ref: 1109650

Sous Chef - mostly Mon-Fri :: Nr London Bridge SE1

Originally wet-led operation opened over a decade ago which in recent years has increased the food sales to become the dominant attraction. Lunch menus are more 'snacky' while evenings are tapas-style and, unusually for the area, there's a large garden, often used for functions - BBQs, spit-roasts, canape parties, etc & occasional weddings which would involve Saturdays during the summer. Costings awareness and event catg exp an advantage - c £23K neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 1109649

Head Pastry Chef - hotel :: SW London / Surrey

In charge of a pastry brigade of 3 you'll be reponsible for a 60-cvr fine dining restaurant, small, high-quality functions up to 30 cvrs, plus afternoon teas, featuring predominantly French-style patisserie work. Set apart from the main kitchen brigade of 15, the position needs someone who can organise their own unit unsupervised so a responsible person is required to fit in with a settled team. Salary from £27K commencing

Type: Permanent Ref: 1105648

Head chef - canal-side pub/rest :: N London - Islington - poss L/in

Relative newcomer amongst an area of historic interest, this has established itself as a firm favourite for foodies, with a food T/O alone of £12-14K per wk, based on british 'pub food' serving well-presented takes on the classics. In charge of a brigade of 3 + 3 KPs a level-headed organiser with a creative touch is required. Basis c £31k + real bonuses = £35K++ and possibly with accommodation

Type: Permanent Ref: 1105647

Chef de Partie - boutique hotel :: NW - near Liverpool

The stunning setting of this country house in vast parklands with views over the estuaries make it a sought-after weddings venue and destination dining experience, with a high-profile chef at the helm and more restaurant accolades on the horizon. Very good chance indeed for a career professional to advance and gain encouragement. c £16/17K live in

Type: Permanent Ref: 1105646

Pastry Chef - restaurant :: Central London - SW1

Classical French & British dishes featuring a lot of game and rustic fayre need a Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team of 7/8 in the flagship of this family-owned group of four operations. it's very settled with most of the staff having been there several years, and they're after a traditionally trained applicant with a couple of years exp - c £24K

Type: Permanent Ref: 1103645

Sous Chef - to £26K :: North London gastro

Serving a Modern British menu that changes twice a day, the Sous Chef role requires a skilled, energetic individual capable of leading a shift and providing menu input whilst teaching and encouraging the juniors. Suburban high street location attracts mainly local resident trade and the open plan kitchen gets busiest in evenings and weekends. Brigade of 4+

Type: Permanent Ref: 1103644

Single-handed Pub Chef :: London bridge - SE1

The owner of this privately-owned venture is an experienced pub landlord who invested in a Grade II-listed building that had been closed for six years and will offer fresh, simple pub food, seven days a week until c 9/10pm. The refurb had limits including kitchen space, so there's a challenge to be faced and a decent, bonus-related package will reflect this.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1102643

Sous Chef - Live-in available :: SW London - Wandsworth

As part of a team of four in this brewery-owned pub restaurant with a good local reputation for its food, which has a totally independent menu that frequently changes and is all fresh. It's roomy inside with a large outdoor patio and garden so recent investment in a completely new BBQ kitchen and lively menus will add this outlet during the summer. Live-in available and salary around £24,000

Type: Permanent Ref: 1102641

1st Commis Chef - ambitious :: West Country - live-in

Exciting opportunity for a keen, qualified individual to join a Michelin-starred kitchen and be given the chance to build a platform to launch a top career in your chosen profession. Some top-flight experience in a Michelin or three-rosetted establishment is preferred, whilst self-motivation and ambition are sought-after values too. Salary c £14,500

Type: Permanent Ref: 1102640

Chef de Partie - poss 4-day week? :: London - Mayfair

Multi-outlet serving new european and british classics with a brigade of eight working 8 shifts/week over 5 days - could consider candidates willing to do four doubles. Basement kitchen supplying ground floor bar food, first floor fine dining, second floor private rooms and third floor cookery school so offering plenty of variation. c £18,000 neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011639

Chef de Partie / Junior Sous :: Berkshire / Oxon - nr Henley

Turning over 800+ covers a week through the winter and 1000++ during warmer times, when the garden comes into play, this charming village pub is very food-led with several dining areas. Loosely 'modern british' utilising great local produce with suppliers bringing fresh game birds to the kitchen door and venison to be hung and butchered so no two days are the same. Fun crowd seek like-minded. Accom possible and neg salary

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011638

Weekend 'Brunch' Chef :: SW London - Clapham

Busy, neighbourhood favourite turns out consistently impressive dishes from its relatively small kitchen and after a number of years their weekend chef is moving on. Working 9.30am-4pm both days on a simplified menu, good basic cooking skills and reliability are the order of the day. Salary is negotiable according to experience but somewhere in the region of £11-£15 per hour is probable.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011637

Senior Sous Chef - new opening :: Central London restaurant

Due to open mid-January this will be the third concept for this group of smart ops with a brigade of 9/10 in a new basement kitchen with a second, open kitchen on the ground floor and private dining on the first. Modern European/Iberian dishes served in this busiest of the three so quality, volume exp needed. £26K basic + GP bonus should give OTE of c £32K+

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011636

Head Chef - Hotel Rest + Venue :: London - East End - Dalston

Opening fully in January 2011 but recruiting now, this 10-room designer hotel will serve predominantly modern british food, while the Head Chef will also have to oversee functions in a nearby renowned venue, popular for canape parties in its unique setting. Three kitchens operate in total and the brigade of three sous chefs will be supplemented in the New Year. Salary c £35K with potential share issues in Year 2 for the right candidate.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011635

Chef de partie, demi-chef, commis :: LONDON SE1 - south of Tower Bridge

Steps have been taken to change the brasserie-style outlet of this sleek, modern hotel into a more serious fine-dining experience and the new Head Chef, who has a pedigree in Michelin-starred ops, needs some quality staff to supplement the team. The hours initially will be long but this is a rare oppportunity to join a potential landmark at the concept, and keen learners will benefit hugely.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011634

Sous Chef - £17/18K++ - live in :: HERTS - nr Welwyn Garden City

Young (but experienced) owners of a Hatfield pub/restaurant bought this second place earlier this year and invested a lot of money renovating a former run-down pub into a serious food op utilising only locally-sourced, seasonal produce to provide all fresh, value for money menu that would attract the local community. The 24-cvr restaurant is already being expanded to 36 cvrs. Car-owner or driver would help as the location is quite rural.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011633

2nd Chef - Italian restaurant :: SW London > Wimbledon

Neighbourhood restaurant, very popular with locals and now in its 13th year, they serve a typical Italian menu but with modern twists. The 2nd Chef needs to have pastry skills, able to make cakes and desserts and assist the Head Chef who does most of the hot stove. A third chef does all the pizza dishes and a reliable and helpful washup completes a team that have been there years. The right person could also have accommodation in the upstairs apartment and the position will be well paid acc to exp.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011632

Head Chef - US-style menu :: nr Sevenoaks, KENT - poss L/in

Award-winning owners of a successful fine-dining restaurant near Bromley have expanded and bought this hotel some fifteen miles away and opened a US-style, grill orientated menu but using fresh, local produce to deliver consistent quality. The brigade of 6 operate 3-4 per service and the Head Chef needs to an organised, hands-on candidate. From £25K v neg with bonuses and accom available.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1011631

Chef de Partie - City - Mon-Fri :: EC4 - near St Pauls Cathedral

This is a responsible position requiring maturity, running the Grill section of this restaurant noted for its very-high quality meats and extensive wine-list. Brigade of 6 working Mon-Fri lunch & dinner until c.10pm, its been going about 18 months although the outgoing CdP has been with the Head Chef 6 yrs and is a key part. Basic c £20K + tronc c £100/mth

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008630

Chef - single-handed :: Regents Park - NW London

As one of two chefs working opposite shifts over five days, this works out around 37-38 hrs/week. The privately-owned pub near Primrose Hill is a locals favourite and serves a simple, fresh selection of popular dishes with the emphasis on flavour and presentation. Relaxing surroundings and a stable team with considerate employers. £10 gross per hour.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008629

Chefs de Parties :: Central/West London

Nearing the end of its third year, this restaurant was one of the industry's great successes when it opened and remains a firm favourite with clients and critics alike. With a couple of people moving on after the hols there's two opportunities for well-trained keen CdPs to join the brigade of 20 cooking top-end english & french dishes in a lovely environment & atmosphere. To £21K

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008628

Sous Chef - brigade of 4 :: SW London > Wimbledon

Recently taken over by an established entrepreneurial company who like to raise the food profile and emphasis. All fresh, modern british menu catering for a well-heeled local resident trade, with an exciting new BBQ menu to maximise the potential of a very large garden. A sensible CdP capable of leading a shift would be ideal, coupled with an energetic approach. 7 shifts/5 days c £22,000

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008627

Chef de Partie - Sep/Oct start :: London - City - EC2 - Mon-Fri

City sibling of its uptown elder sister, diners feast on French & British classics featuring lots of game dishes in a clubby atmosphere beneath their popular champagne & oyster bar. The CdP needs to be strong on the Larder, have a solid CV, and exp in busy kitchens. Mon-Fri lunches with evgs acc to rota + couple of wk/end functions per year. £22,000

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008626

Head Chef - volume/themed :: NW London

To take over the reins following a very successful launch towards the end of last year, this music venue serves over 1,000 covers/week from breakfast through to late evening. Head Chef needs to have exp of serving quality food in volume, running a brigade of 6 plus 3 KPs. £27-30K basic + monthly bonus on GP/wage costs worth another 10% of salary.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008625

Sous Chef (Chef de partie) :: MIDDLESEX - nr Staines - live-out

This long-established hotel has recently re-opened after a three-month refurb which has included adding new rooms taking the total to 55. Popular with airport trade, conferences and weddings, the brigade of 4 work 7 shifts over 5 days covering the a la carte restaurant and banqueting, in the relaxed kitchens of a chef who's been there 15 years. £18,000

Type: Permanent Ref: 1008624

Head Chef - rural pub restaurant :: HERTS - nr Hatfield - Live-In

Currently closed for renovation and due to open mid-summer, this 24-cvr restaurant will serve a seasonal best of British menu using locally-sourced ingredients to a high standard. New owners have invested a lot and seek an enthusiast who will grow with the business and increase to 36-cvrs in the next stage. Realistic initial wage linked to bonuses on turnover and GP.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1004622

Chef de Partie - gastro-pub :: Hammersmith - W London

Great opportunity for a keen cook to work in a small environment serving really good food with a successful Head Chef. Former tenancy recently taken back by the brewery, this is a place well known for its food with a lot of eclectic input so the work will be enjoyable and interesting. Brigade of 3 + KPs, salary from £16K neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 1004621

Cafe Franchisee :: South London

Charitable organisation have a 30-40 cover cafe space on the site of their public amenity with pavement access and possible use of a studio for up to 60 that could be used for weddings, cocktail parties, etc. Facility open 11am-6pm and expect the cafe to be 10.30am-6.30m min and will be available end of June. Rental c £15K + percentage after Year One

Type: Permanent Ref: 1004620

Pastry Production Manager :: North London

Challenging position, possibly suiting a Head Pastry Chef, to work in a newly-created role within this organisation - creating, developing and promoting new lines of patisserie items in charge of a team of 20. Artesan bakers who have builta strong core business look to expand, so a fascinating opportunity for a flair individual and a good package will be on offer.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1004619

Sous Chef - Modern British :: Hampstead - NW London

Now in its fifth year this converted pub has established itself as a firm restaurant favourite. The Head Chef of three years is moving on soon and the Sous taking over, so a smooth handover is guaranteed but a good support is needed to maintain quality and momentum. Strong background in modern British food needed. 5 days, 7-8 shifts, salary to £27K plus

Type: Permanent Ref: 1004618

Grill Chefs - Hotel restaurant :: London/Kent borders - live in

Successful restaurant operation only a couple of years old is soon to open a 25-room hotel nearby incorporating a US diner-style food op serving burgers, steaks, etc but of high quality and all freshly-made and seeks a couple of experienced grill chefs with a good eye for presentation and a willingness to help establish the ideal. Decent wages package and accom available

Type: Permanent Ref: 1004617

School Head Chef - Mon-Fri: 8-3 :: London SW3 - term-times only

Leading a team of three plus helpers, serving 400 lunches per day with one main dish plus vegetarian option and salads. Based near Sloane Square, this independent school employs a contract caterer who pays around £18K for around a 35-week year. Needs someone who can organise good home-cooking for these numbers and is competent on stock control & hygiene.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002616

Sous Chef - restaurant + bar :: Marylebone - London NW

Modern British food is the staple, but Med dishes appear on the blackboard of this award-winning op now in its 15th year. Visible kitchen supplies main area plus garden seating up to 60 and upstairs function room for 30. All market-fresh ingredients, bread from the oven, etc. 9 shifts/wk (mostly 4-hour, eg 6-10pm evg) Good salary for strong deputy.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002615

Chef de Partie - Mon-Fri :: City Restaurant - EC4

About a year old now, this modern restaurant with stunning views boasts a huge wine cellar and top quality meats. The brigade of six needs a good CdP, maybe larder/pastry but pref from a Mich/rosetted background, working lunch and dinner (til about 10pm) with meals and uniforms provided. Basic c £19/20K + tronc

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002614

2nd Chef - Italian Restaurant :: SW London - towards Wimbledon

Situated on one of the main roads leading out towards Wimbledon and the SW, this small local favourite benefits from business trade during the week and residential in the evenings and weekends. 'Modern' Italian with some pizza exp preferred but not essential, the number of shifts can be neg with the right person from a min of 7 to 10+ with wages reflecting this.

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002613

Sous Chef - Irish themed restaurant :: NW London - poss live-in

Small, established group of privately-owned ops, mostly North London, each have their own individuality while sharing an Irish link and supporting live bands. This Sous vacancy needs someone with a good gastro-cooking background, capable of doing volume at peak times such as Sundays when on duty. Accom could be available either here or in one of the other units if flexible - £neg acc to exp

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002612

Demi-chef / 3rd chef - Italian rest :: nr Richmond - SW London

Neighbourhood favourite going for nearly ten years needs a keen chef to help the Head & Sous prepare traditional Italian family cooking with a modern twist. Knowledge of this food is preferable but not essential, although exp of service is requ'd. Good opportunity to learn from a kitchen that's drawn comparisons with some top-end establishments for the quality of its fare. £neg acc to exp

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002611

Pastry Chef - Event Caterer :: SW London - worth £35K

Based on Mon-Fri 8.30-4.30, but by necessity involving O/time with evening & weekend functions. Working with a senior chef producing creative and imaginative items for this cutting- edge, well reputed company in a very competitive market, so a quality background is essential. With a basic salary of £22K-£26K acc to ability the package incl O/time will be minimally £35K

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002610

Head Chef - NEW - vegetarian/kosher :: Finchley - North London

This new site is due to open at the beginning of March and will operate from 8am to 11pm for breakfast, lunch & dinner. The menu will feature mostly kosher and vegetarian dishes with some fish, but no beef, chicken, etc, and will come from a brand new kitchen following the ongoing refurbishment. Up to 70 cvrs incl o/side £25-£30K neg acc to exp

Type: Permanent Ref: 1002609

Sous Chef - small village :: nr Basingstoke, HANTS

Idyllic setting overlooking the local cricket green, this village favourite carefully blends the old and newer, and the chef has successfully used her considerable experience of working in France to promote the restaurant's French slant. She now needs a competent sous, classically trained, to keep the standards 365 days per year with the brigade of three. Salary around £20K live-in, £24K live out

Type: Permanent Ref: 0911608

Cake baker - early riser :: London W8 - 4.00am start

From Tuesday to Saturday, 4.00am-10.00am, this job entails making basic cakes, cookies, etc for some distribution but also to sell in the shop out front. Not far from the night bus route in Kensington, or suit a pushbiker... Reliability and good cookery skills will be rewarded by around £20K

Type: Permanent Ref: 0911606

Head Chef - individual opportunity :: nr M40 - BUCKS - Live in available

Ambitious new owners have bought this historic property in a wealthy part of green-belt Bucks with the intention of putting it firmly back on the culinary map when it re-opens. Head Chef will have a free rein on menu style and will have a brigade of three to run it. Some top quality experience is desired, as reflected in the starting salary of around £45K neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 0911605

3rd Chef (Commis) - live out :: Harpenden, HERTS

Having been run down in former years this country pub- restaurant once had an excellent reputation for its food and new owners have carefully restored this over the past twelve months or so and now look to take it up a level. Serious investment in the kitchen and expansion of the dining areas give a great opportunity for a keen commis to work with a Chef of class exp in a hands-on post. £neg acc to experience

Type: Permanent Ref: 0911604

Sous Chef - US-style diner :: Camden - London NW

Recently opened, this american-style diner features a good mix of deep-south, creole, caribbean and home-cooking in a venue with a strong music base. Latest in a small, privately owned group of very successful ventures needs a Sous able to cope with pressure in a calm manner. Busy brunch service too, as this place has taken off from Day 1. Finish about 10.30/11pm - 5 days, c £25K

Type: Permanent Ref: 0911603

Chef de Partie - multi outlet :: Mayfair - Central London

This characterful Mayfair building houses a pub on the ground floor, fine-dining restaurant on the first floor, private dining on the second and cookery school on the third, each with their own very different demands from the kitchen brigade of about ten. The company own a couple of acclaimed restaurants in N London and chefs need a background in top-end ops. Mostly straight shifts - from £18K neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910602

Head Chef - gastropub - £40K+ :: Ladbroke Grove, NW London

Large former-Victorian pub is now lovingly decorated with bohemian and gothic artefacts and has established itself in the last two years as a destination eaterie with consistent approval from the food critics. Head Chef moving on after Christmas but would start new one now for overlap and continuity. Seriously good job for the right candidate with basic of £40K + good bonuses

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910601

Chefs de Parties - 4½ day/wk :: nr Whitstable, KENT - live out

Seasonal menus using the best of locally-sourced suppliers, feature lots of fish in this wonderful beach setting with fantastic views from the first floor restaurant. Head Chef has Michelin experience and with the owner of two years has built a growing reputation beyond the locals. Unfortunately no accom but good conditions and min package of £19K

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910600

Senior Sous Chef - new role :: Hampstead - NW London

Recently taken over and tastefully refurbished, now fast gaining a reputation as one of the best little-known pubs in the area. The restaurant presents classic pub food with an affable modern twist, and places special emphasis on seafood and dishes such as roast lamb neck fillet stuffed with baby spinach, garlic, rosemary and pine nuts, or the jambalaya risotto with chorizo, prawns, peppers, and peas. Brigade of 6 - salary £v.neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910599

Chef de Rang - Michelin-starred :: Country House Hotel - SW England

One of the top hotel restaurants in the country has vacancies for Chefs de Rangs in both its fine dining room and sister brasserie and seeks candidates who are knowledgeable, very presentable and with excellent references at a similar level. Rare opportunity to work in such a high quality operation and wonderful career move for the right person. Accom provided, salary c £17K

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910598

Sous Chef - all fresh food :: Balham - SW London

Although brewery-owned this unit runs autonomously with its own menus and suppliers. The team of four operate a very busy food-led trade from an admittedly small kitchen, but there's a decent-sized prep kitchen too. Suit a well-trained foodie who would like to input menu ideas and gain some valuable management exp from a well-run op. c £20K, 5 day week.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910597

Chef de Partie/Sous Chef :: NW London - nr Kilburn

Modern european menus with an emphasis on organic produce, this place is appealing to the pushchair brigade weekdays, big brunches at weekends, and more up-market dining during the evenings. Relaxed atmosphere and popular with locals who enjoy regular jazz performers and al fresco tables. Kitchen brigade up to five with rare last orders at 10.30, mostly done by 11pm, Salary £neg acc to exp

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910596

Head Chef - brigade of 6/7 :: Surrey countryside - nr M25 - L/In

Large property on a main road in green belt prestigious area has recently been refurbished, although always well looked after. Main restaurant seats 100 plus bar area and outside covered decking seating a further 100 and BBQ. Write own menus, currently predominantly british but with world favourites plus daily specials. £28K basic + 1/4-ly bonus c £1K = c £32K live in

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910595

Chef/cook - cafe-style op :: Hampstead - London NW

Working with two kitchen-help/assistants, making tartlets, quiches, cottage pies, lasagnes etc, and baking fresh bread each morning, this suits a competent cook who's into home-made food and enjoys working in a fun and 'buzzy' atmosphere. Monday-Friday: 8am-3/4pm paying around £8.00 per hour.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910594

Private Chef - live in (s/c accom) :: London - Knightsbridge

The client seeks an accomplished chef to live in at this large house, which has been the subject of an (almost-completed) major refurbishment, in this famous part of Central London. Ideally, an all-rounder who doesn't mind doing bits around the house, cooking mostly breakfast and dinner as they're rarely there for lunch, plus three dinner parties a week up to six people. £28K live in

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910593

Head Chef - food-led bar op :: Ealing - West London

Although brewery-owned, this place writes all its own menus, making everything from scratch and running autonomously. With a brigade of 4-5 and turnover around £10K/wk net this is a serious food-op with the chance for a keen chef to display their talent in a ready-made business environment catering for an established build of regular clients. £25K neg + bonuses

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910592

Head Waiter - restaurant & functions :: KENT - near Tunbridge Wells

Multi-outlet operation with several restaurants plus various function rooms, is now after an experienced Head Waiter with classical experience to replace one who is retiring after many years service. With a strong team, most of whom have stayed ten years or more, this is a well-oiled machine with a large core of regular restaurant users, plus a popular setting for weddings, etc. Possible accom.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910591

Head Chef - Pub/restaurant :: Chelsea - London SW

With a brigade of 3 + KPs this neighbourhood pub uses all fresh ingredients and turns over about £4K/week on food. Open from noon til 10.30 and with the majority of business being during weekdays, the working hours are good and the staff are settled. A basic of about £25K + bonuses on the usuals, GP, staff costs, etc.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910590

Sous Chef / Senior CdP :: nr Kingston-upon Thames SURREY

In a picturesque location next to the river, with its own moorings, this 4-strong team serve all fresh food with frequently changing, mostly european menus, selected on seasonal availability and sensitivity to the customers' needs. Busy all year round offering live jazz some weekends so good regular trade. 5 days - salary acc to exp & ability

Type: Permanent Ref: 0910589

Sous Chef - CdP - Commis :: Camden, London - new opening

Latest venture from this five-strong group of restaurant-music-bars is due to open in October as a live Blues Bar serving a very good quality a la carte with a leaning towards some cajun soul-food, bit of creole, crab cakes, grilled fish, around 50 covers, in a brand new kitchen currently under construction. Head Chef's in place, now need some keen team members to build a brigade of five.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0909588

Head Chef - British-themed Rest :: Heathrow Airport - Greater London

New 220-cvr restaurant will have a brig of 9 operating from a theatre-style kitchen serving British classics from fish & chips to hotpots. Volume exp plus excellent computer skills, an awareness of topical trends and good business sense requ'd. Shifts between 3.30am-midnight so own transport an asset also living within an accessible radius. £28K plus corp benefits.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0909587

Sous Chef - riverside pub/rest :: West London

Open from 9.00 for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and with a healthy weekend residential trade, a good Chef de Partie would ideally be suited to back the former-Sous Chef as she takes over the reins at this recently-renovated classic. Modern open-plan kitchen serves all-fresh dishes that are a mix of English & European. Mostly straight shifts from 8.30am-10.30pm c.45 hrs/week £21/22K neg or poss hourly

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908586

Head Chef - busy country inn :: nr Reading, Berkshire

Lunch & Dinner sessions can be anything from 20-50 covers but weekends are busy and Sunday lunches could be up to 250 so some volume exp is needed, but decent quality British & modern Mediterranean dishes are at the fore. Leading a brigade of 5 in this privately-owned village centre inn, you will be well rewarded, basic + bonuses worth £38K +

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908585

Chef/Cook - catering company :: London EC1 - 6.00am start

Corporate & event caterer preparing fresh food every day. Needing good communication skills as client-facing, and able to think up a 3 course, up-market meal and cook it single-handedly for 6 people. Menu planning ability a must, and previous similar exp preferred. Mostly Mon-Fri, starting at 6.00am, around 40 hrs/wk, £8.50/£9 per hour

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908584

Chefs de Parties - new opening :: Lewisham - SE London

Owners of a hugely successful, major award-winning venture in SE London have acquired their second property currently undergoing a total refurb, due to open in November, and need key staff to train through now and transfer with the Head Chef. Simple, interesting, well-prepared dishes from a short blackboard menu are robust and creative, and these positions offer a great challenge to keen pros. £ V Good

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908583

Chef de Partie/Junior Sous :: Small village in Dorset - live in

An Inn holding two AA rosettes and hoping for a Bib Gourmand, this team of five prepare everything fresh, from breakfast marmalades and jams to home-made biscuits in the guest rooms, and the a la carte menu is famed for local game when in season plus fresh fish from the Dorset harbours. A similar quality background is preferred and a 5½ day week is rewarded with a live-in basic of £19K plus tips of about another £4K.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908582

Head Chef - possibly first appt :: London - SW12

Although brewery-owned this unit runs autonomously with its own menus and suppliers. The team of four operate a very busy food-led trade from an admittedly small kitchen, but there's a decent-sized prep kitchen too. Could suit a creative Sous after a first Head role, as there's a strong, deep-rooted management structure to give all the support you would need. 5 day, 49 hrs - c £25,000 pa

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908581

Pastry Chef - large restaurant :: Central London

With a main kitchen brigade of about twenty, this 160+ cover brasserie-style restaurant wows the critics with its monthly changing a la carte and de jour choices in a spectacular setting. Strong emphasis on classical French basics that are given an English twist, and a great working environment with a talented and loyal team. Salary acc to exp.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0908580

Chef de Partie - 'pub' - Brigade 20 :: Central London

Built in a classic country-house style, with a bar hand-made from solid oak, the restaurant menu is distinctly British, using only top quality British produce. Private dining facilities are available for functions and corporate events, and they average about 150 covers per session between the bar and restaurant and the big brigade is kept busy - £neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907579

Chef - creative agency clients :: London - nr Baker Street

Born from a desire to break free from the corporate thinking of the early '90s, this innovative marketing company now employ 150 plus, and have two meeting rooms up to 15 each for clients and guests to eat. Creative menu planning, hygiene and stock control, dealing with suppliers and showing team leadership skills in line with their ethos - a really lovely job for the right person. Mon-Fri 8-5ish £21,000

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907578

Chef de Partie - Brig 4/5 :: Notting Hill - W London

Established gastro with strong, regular following, is after keen all-rounder. The chef has been there many years and has prev exp in Michelin-starred restaurants, cooking a regular-changing menu loosely based on modern British but with Italian and Asian influences, so no clear definition, just top quality ingredients cooked well. c £18-21K acc to exp

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907577

Head Chef - Village Pub/Rest :: Hemel Hempstead, HERTS

Always enjoying a great food reputation as best for miles this historic pub was given an extra degree of sophistication by new owners early last year, adding a 24-cover, well-spaced extension, in where the chef improved trade still further and took it to a new level. He's soon moving on and a great chance exists for a talented individual to take over the reins as they expand still further. £V neg + accom

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907576

Sous Chef - Event/Shop/Cafe :: SE London - 6.30am start

In this place you can buy fresh meals to take home, eat from the menu de jour, discuss your canape function or wedding with the chefs, or book their private room with fine dining. All the meat, vegetables, salads are organic and locally-sourced and they even prepare picnic hampers and hold cookery classes, but you must live locally because of the early start. Probably not a unique job, but you'd be hard-pressed to find one like it. Lovely people, £25K

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907575

Head Chef - Thameside Pub/Rest :: W London - nr Kew Gardens - L/In

Standing on the towpath, this is very much a food-led establishment that's built up an excellent reputation, but the chef's moving on soon after three years and they need a good all-rounder with strengths on menu-planning, costings, ordering & stock control. Good accommodation and a lovely area to work, with a basic salary c £25K + poss bonuses

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907573

2nd Chef - village pub - live in :: nr Orpington, KENT

Conventional menu with specials board in this popular food operation in an historic old pub. Huge garden lends itself to summer BBQs, weather permitting, and it's a family-friendly area with a busy weekend/Sunday lunch trade. Accommodation is available, and paying £350-£450 per week (£18,200-£23,400) depending on experience and ability.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907572

Head Chef - riverside restaurant :: Battersea - SW London

Occupying the ground floor of this spectacular development of apartments on the front of the Thames, the high-ceilinged restaurant with floor-to-ceiling glass offers fantastic views in light and airy surroundings. Some freedom with menus along company guidelines, with a small, settled team working in a modern kitchen. 5 days, £25,000 + company benefits

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907571

Demi-chef de Partie Pastry :: London - West End

A 5-star hotel that has recently completed a massive refurbishment is now recruiting quality staff with similar experience aiming to make it one of the most luxurious places to stay. Classical training is essential but innovation and an eye for detail are required for an opportunity to work with some of the best in the business. Straight shifts - £17K

Type: Permanent Ref: 0907570

Chefs de Parties - poss couple :: Home Counties - Herts - live in

Part of a brigade of 7-8 in this large restaurant and function rooms. Traditional British plus modern Euro kitchen. Would consider couple - possibly one front of house - basic £16K-£18K acc to exp plus tips (c £35/wk) plus tronc (c £15/20/wk) plus genuine promotional prospects within the company.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0906569

Part-time Chef - Pub/Rest :: N London - nr Crouch Hill

Regular part-timer required to help at weekends and odd days during week in this busy bar which serves a lot of food, slightly 'themed', but all fresh and good homely coking skills are needed to cope with an overall English & Irish fixed menu plus specials. Hourly-paid at a decent rate depending on experience and availability.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0812564

Chef de Partie - large brigade :: Central London - Victoria

Set on several floors, this former pub now employs a brigade of about 20, doing up to 150 covers per session between the bar and restaurants. Impressive ambience and mix of intricate flavours with traditional favourites and immaculate presentation. Very well rated in major guides and a challenge for someone wishing to step up a gear.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0812563

Chef / Manager - Pub with food :: Isle of Wight, Hampshire

The proprietor, a chef by trade, has recently started to serve food following a refurb, but now needs to turn his attentions to other business so seeks a chef who would like to run the op themselves. Plenty of accom on site and mostly local, native trade. Nr Shanklin. £ v neg

Type: Permanent Ref: 0812562

Assistant Restaurant Manager :: Michelin-starred country house

Career opportunity in this highly awarded country house hotel in the West Country, which has five Red stars plus four rosettes and a Michelin star for its restaurant. Strong knowledge of service is essential, coupled with fluent English. Accommodation is provided along with a salary package of around £22,000pa

Type: Permanent Ref: 0812561

Chef de Partie - Italian restaurant :: Central London

Chef de Partie to work on starters and pasta at this intimate restaurant that offers a true taste of traditional Tuscan fare. All fresh, using well-sourced ingredients cooked in a simple style but very effective. Working eight shifts over five days as part of a team of six. £Good - neg acc to experience

Type: Permanent Ref: 0811560

Chef de Partie - brasserie :: London - NW8

130-cover restaurant in pleasant surroundings of St John's Wood serving a Modern Mediterranean menu. They need a CdP with exp on the Grill and Pasta sections to join the team of four, working 7 shifts over 5 days, very latest finish by 11.30pm. £48+ per shift = basic £17,500 pa for 7 shifts plus any extras paid at overtime.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0811559

Junior Sous Chef :: Large Central London Hotel

As part of the exec team this vacancy would suit a competent all-round CdP looking to develop management skills and duties include supervision of kitchen department, back door and dry goods staff, back of house stewards, stock-taking, cost control and customer feed-back. Salary negotiable acc to background exp.

Type: Permanent Ref: 0811558