Hire a Chef in London & Across the UK
Maison Gastronomique is a specialist chef recruitment agency in London, supporting restaurants, hospitality groups and premium kitchens in hiring exceptional culinary talent. Whether you need a Head Chef, Sous Chef, Executive Chef or temporary kitchen support, submit your vacancy below and our team will respond promptly with a tailored recruitment solution.
Why Choose Maison Gastronomique?
Hospitality businesses in London often require flexibility. We provide both temporary chef staffing and permanent recruitment solutions, ensuring your kitchen remains consistent and high-performing.
London Hospitality Recruitment Specialists
As a specialist chef recruitment agency in London, we understand the pace, standards and expectations of the capital’s hospitality sector. From independent fine dining restaurants to established restaurant groups, we connect kitchens with chefs who deliver under pressure.
Only Pay When We Succeed
Our contingency recruitment model means you only pay when we successfully place a chef within your business. We align our success with yours — delivering high-quality Executive, Head and Sous Chef candidates without upfront risk.
20+ Years of Industry Experience
With over 20 years’ experience in hospitality and chef recruitment, we combine industry knowledge with a deep network of culinary professionals across London and the UK. We understand what separates a good chef from an exceptional one.
Trusted by Michelin Chefs & High-End Restaurants
We work with Michelin-starred kitchens, fine dining establishments and premium hospitality brands across London. Our reputation is built on discretion, quality and long-term placements within high-performance environments.
Submit Your Chef Vacancy
If you are looking to hire a chef in London or across the UK, complete the form below with details of your vacancy. Our recruitment specialists will review your requirements and contact you with next steps and a curated shortlist.
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR VACANCY USING THE FORM BELOW:
Chef Roles We Recruit:
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We specialise in Executive Chef recruitment for premium hospitality brands, multi-site restaurant groups and luxury hotels across London and the UK. Our team identifies strategic culinary leaders capable of driving menu development, operational performance and long-term kitchen profitability.
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Our Head Chef recruitment service connects restaurants with experienced culinary leaders ready to manage brigades, maintain standards and deliver consistency under pressure. Whether launching a new concept or replacing a senior hire, we provide curated shortlists tailored to your kitchen’s needs.
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We recruit high-performing Sous Chefs who support leadership, oversee daily service and strengthen brigade stability. Our London-based chef recruitment specialists understand the importance of operational reliability when hiring Sous Chefs for fast-paced kitchens.
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From fine dining establishments to high-volume hospitality venues, we place disciplined Chef de Partie professionals who deliver precision and consistency within their section. Our recruitment process ensures candidates align with your service style and standards.
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We support restaurants, hotels and premium dining concepts in hiring skilled Pastry Chefs with expertise in plated desserts, patisserie and artisan pastry production. Our pastry chef recruitment service focuses on technical ability, creativity and consistency.
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As Japanese cuisine continues to grow across London and the UK, we recruit specialist Sushi Chefs with strong knife skills, product knowledge and service discipline. Whether for traditional omakase concepts or contemporary hospitality brands, we connect employers with highly skilled sushi professionals.
