Average Chef salary in Central London

Sous ChefHouston & Hawkes| 25 Farringdon Street, London |£40,000 per annum | Monday to FridayA standout opportunity for a passionate, creative chef who wants to do exceptional work — without giving up their weekends.Houston & Hawkes are looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our team at our Farringdon site, working within a busy staff restaurant that also delivers hospitality services. This is a varied, hands-on role covering a wide range of cookery styles — from hot dishes and soups to a fresh salad bar and grab-and-go offer — where quality, consistency and care are non-negotiable.We don’t do ordinary. We push for exceptional food and exceptional standards — every single service. If that’s the environment you want to work in, and you’re ready to bring your skills and ambition to a kitchen that will truly back you, this is the role for you.£40,000 per annum. Monday to Friday. No weekends. Just great food.THE ROLEWorking closely with the Head Chef, you will help lead the kitchen across a varied and high-quality operation — driving standards, supporting the team and deputising confidently when needed.Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of a staff restaurant and hospitality operationDelivering a varied menu of hot dishes, soups, salad bar and grab-and-go with consistency and qualityDeputising for the Head Chef in their absence and taking full ownership of the kitchenMaintaining exceptional food safety, hygiene and allergen management standards at all timesKeeping thorough, accurate due diligence and safety records — always audit-readyManaging prep, production and service across multiple menu formats with precisionSupporting with stock management, ordering and waste controlCoaching and developing junior chefs and helping to build a strong kitchen cultureABOUT YOUYou’re a versatile, well-rounded chef with a strong technical foundation and the confidence to lead. You take food safety as seriously as you take your food — and you’re ready to step up and own a kitchen.Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up — essentialSound allergen management knowledge and food safety expertise — essentialExperience across a variety of cookery styles and cuisines — hot dishes, soups, salads and grab-and-goConfident deputising for a Head Chef and managing a kitchen independentlyMeticulous with due diligence, safety records and compliance documentationA calm, organised approach to busy service and changing prioritiesA team player who leads by example and brings the best out of those around themA genuine passion for great food and the Houston & Hawkes standard of excellenceWHAT WE OFFER£40,000 per annumMonday to Friday — no weekendsFree meals at work every dayContributory pension, life assurance (2× salary) and Employee Assistance ProgrammeEnhanced family-friendly benefits and a day off on your birthdayMembership of CODE HospitalityCompany events, recognition schemes and people awards

? We’re Hiring: Commis Chef Location: Central London Pay Rate: £15.75 per hour Working Hours: 40 hours per week Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (no weekends) Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentFine Dining. Fresh Ingredients. A Brilliant Place to Learn and Grow.Houston & Hawkes are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our professional kitchen team at a fine dining site in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef early in their career who’s eager to develop skills, work with quality produce, and be part of a team that takes real pride in its craft. About the Role:As a Commis Chef, you’ll work alongside our experienced chefs to prepare and present dishes to a high standard. You’ll be part of a supportive and passionate team, learning on the job while contributing to the smooth running of daily kitchen service.You’ll work with fresh ingredients, refined techniques, and a brigade that delivers exceptional food to discerning guests — all in a structured Monday to Friday environment, perfect for work–life balance. Key Responsibilities:Supporting with preparation of high-quality dishesWorking cleanly and efficiently in all sections of the kitchenLearning techniques and recipes from senior chefsFollowing food hygiene and safety procedures at all timesAssisting with stock rotation and general kitchen dutiesUpholding fine dining standards in both prep and presentation What We’re Looking For:Some previous kitchen experience (even basic) in restaurants, hotels or eventsA genuine passion for food and the hospitality industryEagerness to learn, improve and contribute to a high-performing teamA reliable, punctual and positive attitudeAbility to work under pressure and stay calm during busy serviceBasic food hygiene knowledge (training provided if needed) Benefits:£15.00 per hourMonday to Friday only – no weekends40 hours per weekFree meals while on duty20 days holiday plus bank holidaysBirthday off every year – paidUniform provided and launderedContributory pension schemeLife assurance (2x salary)Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)CODE membership – hospitality perks and discountsTraining and internal development opportunitiesCompany events and employee recognition Who We Are:Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning, independent contract caterer known for fresh, seasonal food and people-first service. We’re a certified B Corp and ranked among the Top 30 hospitality employers in the UK. We work with clients who value quality, sustainability, and professionalism — and we build teams who share those values. Ready to Join?If you’re a rising chef ready to step into a professional kitchen and grow your skills in a fine dining environment, apply today and start your journey with Houston & Hawkes.

Junior Sous ChefHouston & Hawkes | Central London | £37,128 per annum | Monday to FridayA refined opportunity for a talented Junior Sous Chef to join an elegant, high-performing kitchen in the heart of Central London.Houston & Hawkes are seeking a chef with a genuine appreciation for fine dining, precision and beautifully executed food to support the delivery of an exceptional hospitality offer within a premium client environment.Working alongside an accomplished Head Chef, you will be part of a kitchen where standards are exacting, ingredients are carefully selected and every dish reflects a quiet confidence in quality and craft. This is a space where food is considered, service is seamless and attention to detail is everything.With a Monday to Friday structure and a strong, supportive team, this role offers the rare balance of professional refinement and personal sustainability.THE ROLE– Supporting the delivery of refined fine dining and high-end hospitality– Executing dishes with precision, consistency and attention to detail– Working with seasonal, high-quality ingredients in a structured kitchen– Contributing to the development of elegant, considered menus– Maintaining exceptional standards of organisation, cleanliness and food safety– Supporting the Head Chef in shaping a calm, focused kitchen environmentABOUT YOU– A strong Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef with fine dining experience– A natural appreciation for detail, balance and presentation– Calm, composed and assured during service– A chef who values quality over volume and takes pride in their craft– Professional, reliable and quietly ambitiousWHAT WE OFFER– £37,128 per annum– Monday to Friday — a rare work-life balance in fine dining– 40 hours per week– A beautifully run, high-quality kitchen environment– Free meals at work– Pension, life assurance and enhanced benefits– Birthday day off and recognition schemes– CODE Hospitality membership– Genuine development within an award-winning businessABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKESHouston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer, known for delivering thoughtful, creative and sustainable hospitality experiences. We work with exceptional clients and invest in the people who bring our kitchens to life.For chefs who value precision, simplicity and quiet excellence — this is a role worth considering.