Chef Jobs in London & Across the UK
Welcome to your destination for chef jobs in London and across the United Kingdom. At Maison Gastronomique — a specialist chef recruitment agency — we connect talented culinary professionals with premium hospitality employers hiring across all levels, from Chef de Partie and Sous Chef to Head Chef and Executive Chef. Whether you’re exploring fine dining, Michelin-level kitchens, boutique restaurants or multi-site hospitality groups, browse the latest permanent and temporary opportunities below.
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Kitchen Manager - Free Live-in Pub from £36,000+
We’re currently recruiting a strong, hands-on Head Chef / Kitchen Manager for a busy, branded pub in London, with free live-in accommodation included.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established hospitality group, working in a high-volume kitchen with clear systems, stability, and genuine opportunities to progress.
What’s on offer:
• Salary from £36,000+, with clear progression within the group
• Free live-in accommodation
• High-volume, branded pub environment
• Secure, long-term role with development potential
The ideal candidate will have:
• Previous Head Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in a branded or high-volume operation
• A hands-on approach with a focus on food quality and safety
• Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
• Willingness to take full advantage of a live-in role in London
If you’re a capable Head Chef looking for a stable role with a respected operator and room to grow, I’d love to hear from you.
Apply today — send your CV to: ryan@maisonchefs.com
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If you’re an employer recruiting for your kitchen, Maison Gastronomique provides permanent and temporary chef recruitment across London and the UK. From high-performing Sous Chefs and Chef de Partie to senior leadership hires, we deliver fast, curated shortlists tailored to your operation.
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Top kitchens rely on consistency, leadership and culture as much as technical skill. Across London and the UK, restaurants and hospitality groups are competing for chefs who can perform under pressure, lead sections, support strong service and elevate standards over the long term.
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