Houston & Hawkes

Senior Chef de Partie Houston & Hawkes Liverpool Street, London £35,000 per annum Monday to Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm A fantastic opportunity for a talented and ambitious Senior Chef de Partie to join one of Houston & Hawkes' busiest and most successful kitchens in the heart of the City. Located just moments from Liverpool Street Station, this vibrant and fast-paced operation delivers breakfast, lunch, hospitality and retail service from one central kitchen. It is a kitchen built on teamwork, energy and professionalism, where chefs support one another and take genuine pride in delivering exceptional food every day. We are looking for a passionate chef who enjoys working as part of a large team, thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in producing high-quality food with consistency and care. If you're organised, hardworking and looking to join a kitchen with a strong sense of camaraderie, this could be the perfect next step in your career. THE ROLE • Preparing and delivering breakfast service to a high standard • Producing fresh, seasonal soups for lunch service • Preparing and executing one main lunch dish daily for approximately 50-70 covers • Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service • Maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation • Ensuring high standards of food safety, cleanliness and organisation • Supporting a positive and professional kitchen culture ABOUT YOU • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie • Passionate about food, quality and hospitality • Comfortable working within a fast-paced kitchen environment • Organised, clean and methodical in your approach • Strong work ethic and positive attitude • Team-focused with excellent communication skills • Reliable, professional and eager to develop your career • Enjoys being part of a busy and supportive team WHAT WE OFFER • £35,000 per annum • Monday to Friday working pattern • 6:30am - 3:00pm shifts • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Free meals at work • Contributory pension scheme • Life assurance at two times salary • Employee Assistance Programme • Enhanced family-friendly benefits • Day off on your birthday • Membership of CODE Hospitality • Summer & Christmas parties • Recognition schemes and people awards • Training, development and career progression opportunities ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer, proudly ranked among the Top 14 Best Companies to Work For in Hospitality and a certified B Corp. We are passionate about creating vibrant, creative and sustainable hospitality experiences, while investing in the talented people who make them possible. Our kitchens are built around teamwork, development and a shared commitment to excellence. If you're looking to join a busy, successful kitchen with a fantastic team culture and genuine opportunities to develop, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to take the next step in your chef career? Apply now.

Operations Support Assistant Houston & Hawkes Various London Locations 24 Hours Per Week A fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading hospitality employers and become the trusted support to an experienced Operations Manager. Houston & Hawkes are looking for a highly organised, proactive and professional Operations Support Assistant to support the day-to-day operation of a portfolio of prestigious London contracts. This is a varied role that combines administration, operational support and people-focused responsibilities, offering excellent exposure to the wider hospitality business. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will help ensure our sites run smoothly, supporting managers and teams across multiple locations while gaining valuable experience within an award-winning company. THE ROLE • Working closely with the Operations Manager to support a portfolio of hospitality contracts • Providing administrative support, reporting and operational documentation • Assisting with recruitment, onboarding and general HR administration • Supporting site managers with day-to-day operational requirements • Coordinating meetings, communications and business updates • Assisting with compliance, training and people-related processes • Supporting operational projects and business initiatives • Building strong relationships with site teams across multiple locations ABOUT YOU • Previous administration, operations, HR or hospitality support experience desirable • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office • Professional, confident and approachable communication style • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently • Proactive, reliable and solutions-focused • Positive attitude with a genuine desire to support and develop others WHAT WE OFFER • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday working pattern • 24 hours per week • Excellent work-life balance • Free meals whilst on site • Contributory pension scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Life assurance at two times salary • Enhanced family-friendly benefits • Day off on your birthday • Membership of CODE Hospitality • Summer & Christmas parties • Recognition schemes and people awards • Training, development and genuine career progression opportunities ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer, proudly ranked among the Top 14 Best Companies to Work For in Hospitality and a certified B Corp. We are passionate about creating exceptional hospitality experiences and equally passionate about the people who make them possible. We invest in our teams, develop talent from within and provide genuine opportunities for career growth. If you're looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact, work alongside experienced leaders and become part of a supportive, ambitious business, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to take the next step? Apply now.

Sous Chef Houston & Hawkes Canary Wharf, London £38,000 - £40,000 per annum Monday to Friday A fantastic opportunity for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join a premium café operation in the heart of Canary Wharf. Houston & Hawkes are looking for a skilled chef to become the culinary lead within a vibrant, customer-focused environment, delivering fresh, seasonal food within a prestigious corporate setting. This is a standalone chef role, working alongside an on-site manager, giving you the opportunity to take ownership of the food offer while focusing on what you do best -creating exceptional fresh food and delivering a fantastic customer experience. Serving freshly prepared salads, sandwiches, soups and daily specials, this is an ideal opportunity for a chef who enjoys autonomy, creativity and building a food offer that customers genuinely look forward to each day. THE ROLE • Leading the day-to-day food operation within a busy café environment • Preparing fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and daily specials • Maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation • Managing stock control, ordering and food production • Ensuring full compliance with food safety, allergen and hygiene regulations • Monitoring waste control and kitchen efficiency • Building strong relationships with customers and colleagues • Maintaining a clean, organised and professional kitchen ABOUT YOU • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or similar • Strong knowledge of food safety, allergens and compliance • Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a kitchen • Passionate about fresh food, presentation and customer service • Organised, reliable and self-motivated • Positive, hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail • Strong communication and relationship-building skills WHAT WE OFFER • £38,000 - £40,000 per annum • Monday to Friday working pattern • Excellent work-life balance • Free meals at work • Contributory pension scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Life assurance at two times salary • Enhanced family-friendly benefits • Day off on your birthday • Membership of CODE Hospitality • Summer & Christmas parties • Recognition schemes and people awards • Training, development and career progression opportunities ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer, proudly ranked among the Top 14 Best Companies to Work For in Hospitality and a certified B Corp. We are passionate about creating vibrant, creative and sustainable hospitality experiences while investing in the talented people who make them possible. Ready to take ownership of your own kitchen? Apply now.

Relief Chef Houston & Hawkes Cambridge, Relief Chef Houston & Hawkes Cambridge, CB21 6GP £42,000 per annum (£20.19 per hour) Monday to Friday A rare opportunity for an experienced Relief Chef to join one of the UK's leading independent caterers, supporting a portfolio of prestigious corporate contracts across Cambridge and the surrounding region. Based from our Cambridge site, this is a mobile role where no two days are the same. You'll work alongside talented kitchen teams, supporting planned holidays, sickness cover, new contract mobilisations and business needs while delivering exceptional food and maintaining the highest standards across every site. If you thrive on variety, enjoy working in different environments and take pride in producing outstanding food wherever you go, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. THE ROLE • Supporting multiple premium corporate catering sites across Cambridge and surrounding locations • Providing holiday, sickness and mobilisation cover as required • Preparing and delivering fresh breakfasts, lunches and hospitality to exceptional standards • Supporting menu delivery using seasonal, high-quality ingredients • Maintaining outstanding food safety, allergen and hygiene standards • Assisting with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation • Completing operational paperwork and due diligence accurately • Building strong relationships with chefs, managers and clients across the business ABOUT YOU • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or Relief Chef • Experience within contract catering or high-quality hospitality • Passion for fresh, seasonal food and excellent presentation • Flexible and happy travelling to different locations when required • Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport • Excellent organisational and communication skills • Calm under pressure and able to adapt quickly to new environments • Strong understanding of food safety and allergen management WHAT WE OFFER • £42,000 per annum (£20.19 per hour) • Monday to Friday working pattern • Travel and business mileage expenses paid • Free meals at work • Contributory pension scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Life assurance at two times salary • Enhanced family-friendly benefits • Day off on your birthday • Membership of CODE Hospitality • Summer & Christmas parties • Recognition schemes and people awards • Training, development and career progression opportunities ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer, proudly ranked among the Top 14 Best Companies to Work For in Hospitality and a certified B Corp. We are passionate about creating vibrant, creative and sustainable hospitality experiences while investing in talented people. If you're looking for variety, responsibility and genuine career development, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to make an impact across our business? Apply now.