UK Chef Jobs
A kitchen worth leading
Commis to head chef placements across independent restaurants, hotel groups (IHG, Marriott, Accor), contract caterers (Compass, ISS, Baxterstorey), and central-production kitchens.
40-50 hrsHours / week
YesVisa sponsorship
WeeklyPay frequency
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Role at a glance
Chef - the facts.
Hours40-50 hrs/week, split shifts common
EmployersHotels, AA-rosette restaurants, chains, contract caterers, schools, hospitals
Visa sponsorshipYes - Skilled Worker visa (subject to job code & salary)
Certifications
What you need
- Level 2 or 3 Food Safety (HACCP)
- Allergens Awareness
- City & Guilds 706/1 or NVQ Cookery
Typical day
What the shift looks like
- 01Menu prep, mise en place, service
- 02Section management, stock control and ordering
- 03Team leadership, hygiene, HACCP compliance
Why CityGrip
Weekly pay. Dedicated consultant.
01 / Benefit
Weekly pay
PAYE every Friday, payslip by email. CIS day-rate also supported.
02 / Benefit
Umbrella or PAYE
Your choice - we walk through take-home pay before you sign.
03 / Benefit
Referrals rewarded
Cash bonus for successful placement referrals - paid after week 4.
04 / Benefit
Free compliance support
DBS fast-track, Right-to-Work checks, Care Certificate funding for care roles.
05 / Benefit
Visa sponsorship
Certificate of Sponsorship for Health & Care roles and eligible Skilled Worker codes.
06 / Benefit
Dedicated consultant
One named consultant per candidate - WhatsApp response within hours.
How to apply
CV with recent employers + food-safety certificate copy.
Send your CV and we'll call you within the working day.