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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Head Chef Job – Rosette Gastropub – £70,000
Maison Gastronomique is currently recruiting for a Head Chef to lead a quality-driven Rosette gastropub with a strong reputation for exceptional British cuisine.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join a serious gastropub operation with a strong team already in place, a busy service style, and an excellent company culture.
If you are searching for Head Chef jobs, gastropub Head Chef jobs, Rosette Head Chef roles, or opportunities through a specialist chef recruitment agency, this is a standout position.
Role Overview – Head Chef
The successful Head Chef will lead a busy kitchen producing seasonal British food with a strong focus on quality produce, consistency, and proper cooking.
The kitchen regularly delivers services of around 100 covers, with a well-established Sunday roast trade and a BOH team of up to 20 chefs.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the kitchen team
• Deliver exceptional British cuisine to Rosette standards
• Oversee busy services of around 100 covers
• Manage and develop a BOH team of up to 20
• Maintain strong kitchen organisation, standards, and consistency
• Work closely with senior leadership to drive food quality and team performance
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for:
• Previous experience as a Head Chef in a quality-led kitchen
• Background in gastropubs, British restaurants, or Rosette-level establishments
• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
• Experience managing busy services and larger BOH teams
• Passion for seasonal British cuisine and excellent produce
Salary & Benefits
• £70,000 package
• Rosette-level gastropub
• Strong BOH team already in place
• Busy and established Sunday roast trade
• Exceptional British cuisine
• Great company and team culture
Location: Just outside of London
Why Apply?
This is a strong opportunity to secure a Head Chef job through Maison Gastronomique, a specialist chef recruitment agency, offering a high-level gastropub environment, strong team support, and a competitive package.
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Please note, due to the expected level of interest in this role, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
Night Baker Job London – Up to £36,000
Bakery Recruitment London | Night Baker & Viennoiserie Jobs
Maison Gastronomique is currently recruiting for a Night Baker to join one of London’s most respected bakery operations, known for producing exceptional products and building a strong reputation across the hospitality industry.
This is an excellent opportunity for a baker looking to continue developing within a high-level bakery environment focused on quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.
If you are searching for Night Baker jobs London, Bakery jobs London, or opportunities working with viennoiserie and artisan bread production, this is a standout role.
Role Overview – Night Baker London
The successful Night Baker will join a quality-driven bakery team producing exceptional products overnight for one of London’s most recognised bakery concepts.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in viennoiserie, bread production, or laminated doughs who is eager to continue learning and refining their skills.
Key Responsibilities
• Production of artisan breads and bakery products
• Working with viennoiserie and laminated doughs
• Maintaining consistency and quality standards
• Supporting overnight bakery production
• Ensuring organisation and cleanliness across the section
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for:
• Previous experience as a Baker or Night Baker
• Experience with bread production or viennoiserie
• Passion for bakery and pastry craftsmanship
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Salary & Benefits
• Salary up to £36,000
• Night shifts – 10pm to 7am
• Exceptional learning and development opportunity
• Work with one of London’s most respected bakery brands
• Quality-driven bakery environment
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a Night Baker job in London through a trusted hospitality recruitment agency, offering strong development, exceptional products, and the chance to work within a highly respected bakery operation.
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Head Chef – Luxury Events Caterer | £80,000
We’re currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join a high-end luxury events caterer, delivering exceptional food across bespoke, premium events.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and organised Head Chef who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, overseeing both production and live event execution.
The role involves:
• Leading high-end production kitchen operations
• Designing and delivering bespoke event menus
• Managing premium, luxury client expectations
• Overseeing large-scale, dynamic events
• Leading and developing a strong brigade
• Maintaining exceptional standards across all deliveries
We’re looking for someone with:
• High-end catering or luxury events background
• Strong production and logistics experience
• Creativity in bespoke menu development
• Experience managing large teams and multiple events
• Calm leadership under pressure
Salary: £80,000
Sector: Luxury Events / High-End Catering
Location: London
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a premium events business delivering some truly exceptional experiences
Executive Chef Job – Home Counties | £100,000
Chef Recruitment Agency London | Hospitality Recruitment Specialists
Maison Chefs, a specialist chef recruitment agency London, is currently recruiting for an exceptional Executive Chef to lead a high-profile hospitality operation in the Home Counties, just outside London.
This is a senior leadership role within a large-scale, high-revenue business, ideal for an experienced Executive Chef with a strong background in top London restaurants and a deep understanding of current food trends.
Executive Chef Role Overview
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Executive Chef capable of leading a large brigade, overseeing multiple revenue streams, and driving food quality across a premium hospitality operation.
Key responsibilities include:
• Leading and developing a large kitchen team
• Managing high-volume, high-revenue food operations
• Delivering trend-led menus aligned with market demand
• Maintaining exceptional standards across all outlets
• Working closely with senior management on commercial performance
• Driving consistency, quality, and operational excellence
Candidate Requirements
The ideal Executive Chef will have:
• Background in exceptional London restaurants
• Experience managing large kitchen brigades
• Strong understanding of current food trends and concepts
• Proven experience running high-revenue hospitality operations
• Leadership skills with a hands-on approach
• Ability to relocate to the Home Counties near London
Salary & Benefits
• Salary: £100,000
• Location: Home Counties (relocation opportunity just outside London)
• Large-scale premium hospitality operation
• Senior leadership position with real influence
This is a rare opportunity to secure an Executive Chef job near London through a trusted chef recruitment agency London, offering a six-figure salary and the chance to lead a flagship hospitality business.
If you are an Executive Chef looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Senior Sous Chef – Michelin Star - £60,000
London | £60,000 + annually
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Sous Chef to join the brigade of a Michelin-starred restaurant in London.
This is a chance to work within a highly respected kitchen focused on seasonal produce, refined technique, and exceptional attention to detail, supporting a talented leadership team in delivering a world-class dining experience.
The restaurant operates across multiple services including lunch and dinner, offering both à la carte and tasting menus built around the very best seasonal ingredients sourced from a close network of producers and suppliers.
What’s on offer
• Salary £60,000 + depending on experience
• Work within a Michelin-starred environment
• Structured brigade with strong leadership
• Excellent opportunity for career progression within a high-level kitchen
• Exposure to premium produce and modern fine-dining techniques
The role
As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and helping ensure smooth service across all sections.
Responsibilities include:
• Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Leading service and maintaining exceptional standards
• Training and mentoring junior members of the brigade
• Ensuring consistency, organisation, and food quality across service
• Contributing to menu development and seasonal changes
The ideal candidate
We are looking for a chef who has:
• Experience in Michelin-star or high-level fine dining kitchens
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• The ability to run service and support a large brigade
• A passion for seasonal ingredients and refined cooking
📩 For more information or to apply, please send your CV to: jobs@maisonchefs.com
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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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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