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 – 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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This role has now been filled.
Maison Gastronomique regularly recruits for similar chef roles across London and the UK. View our latest chef jobs or submit your CV to be considered for future opportunities.
Sous Chef – High-End up to £50,000
We’re recruiting an exceptional Senior Sous Chef to join a small, close-knit kitchen team working with a highly regarded Head Chef in a quality-driven London restaurant.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Sous Chef with a strong background in high-end British cuisine, who enjoys working with top-quality produce and maintaining the highest standards in a focused, professional environment.
What’s on offer:
• Salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience)
• High-end, produce-led British cooking
• Small, stable and well-structured kitchen team
• The chance to work closely with an incredible chef
• Long-term opportunity with genuine progression
The ideal candidate will have:
• Previous Senior Sous / strong Sous Chef experience in quality-led restaurants
• A background in high-end British or fine-dining kitchens
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A calm, organised approach to service and prep
• Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
This role suits a Senior Sous Chef looking to step into a trusted second-in-command position in a kitchen that values consistency, quality, and teamwork.
This role has now been filled.
Maison Gastronomique regularly recruits for similar chef roles across London and the UK. View our latest chef jobs or submit your CV to be considered for future opportunities.
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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This role has now been filled.
Maison Gastronomique regularly recruits for similar chef roles across London and the UK. View our latest chef jobs or submit your CV to be considered for future opportunities.
Chef de Partie – Sundays off £36,000 to £38,000
An excellent opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join a well-regarded restaurant known for its quality food, structure, and strong kitchen culture.
The Role
Average 48 hours per week across a structured rota
Mix of day and split shifts for balanced service coverage
Sundays off every week
Closed over Christmas and New Year
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary package
Modern, well-equipped kitchen
Supportive management and professional environment
Opportunity to grow within a respected restaurant group
This position is ideal for a Chef de Partie seeking stability, structure, and a strong, supportive team culture in a premium kitchen.
Ryan Whitney – Maison Gastronomique
This role has now been filled.
Maison Gastronomique regularly recruits for similar chef roles across London and the UK. View our latest chef jobs or submit your CV to be considered for future opportunities.
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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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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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