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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Ryan Whitney Ryan Whitney

Head Chef – Modern British Dining £85,000+

We’re recruiting an experienced Head Chef for a busy, ingredient-led British dining restaurant near Oxford.

This is a senior role suited to a Head Chef with a strong modern British background, comfortable running a high-volume kitchen, leading a brigade of 10+ chefs, and delivering no-nonsense, produce-driven cuisine at a consistently high level.

Salary & Package:
£85,000+ salary
Tronc & bonus
Relocation package available
Live-in accommodation for the right candidate

Key requirements:
• Proven experience as a Head Chef in modern British dining
• Strong background in ingredient-led, seasonal cuisine
• Comfortable managing busy services and large kitchen teams
• Confident leader with hands-on kitchen management experience
• Open to relocating to Oxfordshire

This is an excellent opportunity for a Head Chef seeking a long-term leadership role in a respected operation, offering strong earning potential and a relocation package.

Apply today: ryan@maisonchefs.com

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Looking to Hire Chefs?

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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Why Chef Talent Is in High Demand

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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Head Chef Jobs UK

Explore permanent and senior leadership Head Chef roles across London and the UK. We recruit experienced Head Chefs for fine dining restaurants, hospitality groups and high-end kitchens seeking strong operational leadership.

Sous Chef Jobs UK


Browse Sous Chef opportunities in London and across the UK. Our specialist chef recruitment agency connects skilled Sous Chefs with restaurants requiring reliable kitchen leadership and service consistency.

Sushi Chef Jobs UK

Specialist Sushi Chef roles across London and the UK hospitality sector. We recruit experienced sushi and Japanese cuisine chefs for premium restaurants and hospitality groups seeking precision and authenticity.

Executive Chef Vacancies


Executive Chef positions available with leading restaurants, hotel groups and hospitality brands. We support senior-level culinary recruitment for businesses seeking strategic kitchen leadership.

Chef de Partie & Kitchen Staff Roles


Chef de Partie and section chef positions in London and the UK. From fine dining brigades to large hospitality operations, explore skilled kitchen team opportunities.

Pastry Chef Jobs UK

Pastry Chef and dessert specialist roles in high-end restaurants, hotels and hospitality brands. Discover opportunities for talented pastry chefs across London and the UK.