Temporary Head Chef
CHEFS RECRUITMENT LIMITED · London, London
Temporary Head Chef at CHEFS RECRUITMENT LIMITED, based in London, London, paying £21.00 - £22.00 per hour. This is a temporary role.
- Salary
- £21.00 - £22.00 per hour
- Location
- London, London
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Closes
- 24 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Chef
About 29% above the going rate for chef
Reference https://chefsrecruitment.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=5402
About the role
| Job Title: | Head Chef – Portuguese Restaurant |
| Job Term: | Temporary |
| Start Date: | Immediate Start |
| Finish Date: | Ongoing |
| Location: | London, Near Farringdon Station |
| Hourly Rate: | £21-22ph |
| Hours: | 3-4 days a week, 35 hours approximately |
| Live in: | No |
| Job Number: |
26-00278 |
Chef’s Recruitment is looking for an experienced Temporary Head Chef to support an authentic Portuguese restaurant in the heart of London.
The business is expanding and is currently looking to recruit a full-time Head Chef. In the meantime, they need an experienced chef to provide support and ensure the kitchen continues to run smoothly during this exciting period of growth.
The Role
- Supporting the kitchen team during a period of expansion and recruitment
- Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation
- Helping lead and organise a team of 4 chefs
- Working in a busy restaurant serving authentic Portuguese cuisine
- Ensuring smooth kitchen service across lunch and evening sittings
The Restaurant
Authentic Portuguese cuisine
Team of 4 chefs
40–50 covers for lunch
60–80 covers for evening service
Working Pattern
- 3–4 days per week
- Restaurant closed Sundays and Mondays
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a confident, experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef who can step into a busy kitchen, support the existing team and maintain excellent standards. Experience in a similar restaurant environment is essential, with Portuguese cuisine experience an advantage.
Interested? Get in touch with Chef’s Recruitment today.
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Reference: https://chefsrecruitment.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=5402 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 24 Nov 2026 · Listed via CHEFS RECRUITMENT LIMITED
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