Chef jobs in the UK

Live chef roles plus reconciled 2026 salary data by region.

21026 live chef roles

Chef

Portsmouth

£13/hr

At Bella Italia, we believe the best moments in life are spent with loved ones sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian table.

Hospitality & Catering
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Designate Head Chef

Bristol

£38,000

At Bella Italia, we believe that the best moments in life are spent with loved ones sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian…

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Sous Chef

Burton upon Trent

£14/hr

At Bella Italia, we believe the best moments in life are spent sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian table.

Hospitality & Catering
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Commis Chef

Harrogate

£13/hr

DoubleTree By Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa Department: Kitchen Join Cairn Group – Where People Drive Hospitality Forward, Together At Cairn…

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Chef

Thames Ditton

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About Our Home: Situated on the Surrey/London border in the pretty village of Thames Ditton, Emberbrook Care Home is a warm and welcoming nursing…

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Chef-Bank

West Drayton

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About the Chef Position We're seeking a passionate and competent Chef to join our team.

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Kitchen Assistant

London

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About Our Home: Nestled in a serene setting, Peregrine House isn't just a care home—it's a haven of warmth, innovation, and personalized attention.

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Cook - BANK

Stevenage

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About Our Home: At Martins House, retirement isn't just a phase—it's a golden chapter filled with laughter, memories, and the simple joys of life.

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Casual Kitchen Assistant

Derby

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Commis Chef

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Commis Chef to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening…

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Line Chef - Part time

London

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Kitchen Manager

Derby

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Head Chef

Watford

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Apprentice Chef

Birmingham

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Executive Sous Chef

London

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Assistant Kitchen Manager

York

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Chef de Partie

London

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Pastry Chef

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Pastry Chef to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening…

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Demi Chef de Partie

London

up to £36,300

Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Line Chef

Cobham

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Chef de Partie

Birmingham

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Line Chef

York

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Kitchen Porter - Fixed Term

Southampton

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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Casual Commis Chef

Brighton

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WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK's #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! - Choose a work schedule that works for…

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Casual Night Kitchen Porter

Birmingham

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WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK's #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! - Choose a work schedule that works for…

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Breakfast Demi Chef de Partie

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Breakfast Demi - Chef de Partie to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new…

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Demi Chef de Partie

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel…

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Chef de Partie

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Chef de Partie to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel…

Hospitality & Catering
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Chef de Partie - Nights

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Chef de Partie - Nights to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury…

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Breakfast Commis Chef

London

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Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Breakfast Commis Chef to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel…

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Casual Kitchen Porter

Northamptonshire

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WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK's #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! - Choose a work schedule that works for…

Hospitality & Catering
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Casual Kitchen Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne

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Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work!

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School Catering Manager

Smethwick

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We're recruiting an experienced Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently…

Hospitality & Catering Permanent
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Chef - Part Time

Wisbech

£13/hr

At Prezzo Italian , we're looking for a passionate Chef to join our kitchen team and help us create quality food and memorable experiences for our…

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Chef salary by region (2026)

RegionSalary range (median)
London (indicative)
1 live advert
£32,000 – £50,000 (midpoint £38,000)
Scotland
7 live adverts
£28,000 – £40,750 (£38,000 · 25th–75th pct)
East of England (indicative)
5 live adverts
£31,000 – £47,000 (midpoint £36,000)
South East
8 live adverts
£32,875 – £37,375 (£35,000 · 25th–75th pct)
Midlands (indicative)
no live adverts yet: baseline range
£27,000 – £40,000 (midpoint £33,500)
South West (indicative)
5 live adverts
£27,300 – £36,000 (midpoint £31,500)
North West (indicative)
1 live advert
£27,000 – £40,000 (midpoint £30,000)
Yorkshire (indicative)
2 live adverts
£21,158 – £38,000 (midpoint £25,579)

Methodology: medians reconcile live advertised UK salaries for this role and region; 25th–75th percentiles are shown only where at least 5 live salaried listings back them. They are measured or omitted, never interpolated. Rows marked indicative are anchored to our curated 2026 baseline ranges until enough live data accrues. Listings advertising an implausible annual figure (a mislabelled hourly or daily rate) are excluded rather than converted, because converting one means guessing the hours behind it.

Market view. Kitchen porters and commis chefs sit below the band (£23,000–£28,000), chefs de partie anchor it, sous chefs sit in the middle and head and executive chefs above (£45,000–£70,000). Hotels, contract catering and care homes pay less than fine dining but offer better hours; tips and live-in accommodation change the real picture.
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FAQs

What does a chef earn?

Indicatively £27,000–£50,000 from chef de partie to head chef; executive chefs £55,000–£70,000+.

Which kitchens pay best?

Fine dining, private clubs and contract catering for corporate sites; pubs and casual dining pay least.

What do employers check?

Right to work, references and food-hygiene certification (Level 2 minimum).

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