BARISTA

Monday to Friday | Full Time | Central London |£14.99 per hour

Great coffee creates lasting impressions

At Houston & Hawkes, our cafés are more than places to grab a coffee. They're welcoming spaces where conversations begin, relationships are built and every customer is greeted with genuine hospitality. We believe the smallest details make the biggest difference, whether that's remembering a regular's favourite order, producing exceptional latte art or simply making someone's morning a little brighter.

We're looking for an experienced Barista who takes real pride in their craft. Someone who enjoys working with premium products, thrives in a busy environment and understands that outstanding service is just as important as outstanding coffee.

THE ROLE

• Prepare exceptional coffee, speciality drinks and seasonal beverages to the highest standard
• Deliver warm, engaging and memorable customer service
• Build genuine relationships with customers and become a familiar face they look forward to seeing each day
• Maintain an immaculate coffee bar, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation and food safety
• Support the wider catering team and contribute to creating an outstanding hospitality experience
• Share ideas, embrace new trends and continually develop your coffee knowledge

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous Barista experience within a busy hospitality environment
• Passion for coffee, quality ingredients and exceptional customer service
• Confidence preparing a wide range of speciality coffees
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive attitude, attention to detail and pride in your work
• A genuine passion for hospitality and making people feel welcome

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• Monday to Friday working pattern, giving you weekends to yourself
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials, giving you the opportunity to discover the latest food, drink and coffee trends
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's most outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an independent, award-winning contract caterer recognised for creating exceptional workplace hospitality. As a Certified B Corp and recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise, we're passionate about looking after our people just as much as we look after our clients. Ranked amongst the UK's Best Places to Work in Hospitality, we're proud to invest in our teams, celebrate success and create careers that people genuinely love.

If you're passionate about coffee, enjoy creating memorable customer experiences and want to be part of an exceptional team, we'd love to hear from you.

HOSPITALITY HEAD CHEF

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £45,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

A rare and refined opportunity for an accomplished Hospitality Head Chef to lead a prestigious boutique hospitality kitchen in the heart of Central London, with your creativity, precision and standards centre stage.

Houston & Hawkes is seeking a talented Hospitality Head Chef to take full ownership of a small, premium client site, delivering exceptional food across formal dining, elegant buffets, canapé events and bespoke hospitality. This is a focused, high-standard operation where quality, presentation and guest experience are everything.

You will design refined seasonal menus, lead with confidence and create something genuinely special within an exclusive corporate environment. This is the kind of role where your touch is felt in every plate, every service and every guest experience, while the Monday to Friday working pattern offers an exceptional balance alongside a senior culinary role.

If you are passionate about fine dining, take pride in polished, elegant food and want to lead a kitchen that truly reflects your standards, this is the opportunity for you.

 THE ROLE

• Take full creative and operational ownership of this boutique hospitality kitchen
• Lead a small, high-quality kitchen team with exceptional standards at the heart of every service
• Deliver formal fine dining, elegant buffets and beautifully presented canapé events
• Prepare premium hospitality including working lunches, private dining and bespoke client requests
• Design and evolve refined seasonal menus with a focus on quality, creativity and presentation
• Maintain exceptional consistency across every service
• Manage stock, food cost, ordering and kitchen operations with efficiency and accuracy
• Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, understanding and anticipating their needs
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver seamless hospitality experiences
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, allergen management, hygiene and compliance

 WHAT YOU'LL BRING

•  Proven experience as a Hospitality Head Chef or an exceptional Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step
• A strong background in formal fine dining is essential
• Experience within premium corporate hospitality, five-star hotels or high-end restaurants is highly desirable
• A genuine passion for beautifully executed, refined food
• Excellent classical and modern cooking skills
• Creativity with a sophisticated eye for detail and presentation
• Calm, confident and organised leadership
• The ability to lead a small team and deliver consistently exceptional standards
• Strong commercial awareness and confidence managing food cost and kitchen performance
• Meticulous standards across food safety, allergens and compliance

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £45,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance at 2x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé
• Foodie Socials bringing our teams together to share inspiration, new techniques and culinary ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

 ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious workplaces.

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. We believe exceptional food starts with exceptional people, which is why we give talented chefs the trust, support and creative freedom to do their very best work. 

If you're ready to take ownership of an exceptional kitchen and create hospitality that people remember, we'd love to hear from you.

CHEF DE PARTIE

5 out of 7 | £35,000 | London

Take your culinary career to the next level in a vibrant campus environment where fresh food, creativity and exceptional hospitality come together.

At Houston & Hawkes, we're looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join one of our most exciting locations. Based within a lively student campus, you'll work alongside a talented brigade delivering fresh, seasonal food with a strong retail offer while supporting hospitality and special events throughout the year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys variety, loves working with quality ingredients and wants to continue developing their skills within an award-winning independent caterer.

THE ROLE

• Prepare and present fresh, seasonal dishes to the highest standards
• Take ownership of your section and ensure consistency throughout service
• Support a busy retail food offer and premium hospitality events
• Work closely with the senior kitchen team to deliver exceptional food every day
• Assist with stock control, ordering and food preparation
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and presentation
• Support and encourage junior members of the brigade
• Contribute new ideas and help develop exciting seasonal menus

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an ambitious Demi Chef de Partie ready for the next step
• A passion for fresh food and modern hospitality
• Experience within high-volume retail catering is advantageous
• A positive attitude and excellent teamwork skills
• Pride in delivering consistently high standards
• A willingness to learn, develop and grow your career 

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £35,000 salary
• 5 out of 7 working pattern
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé
• Foodie Socials
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an independent, award-winning contract caterer recognised for creating exceptional workplace hospitality. As a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise and one of The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality, we're passionate about developing talented people, creating memorable food experiences and building careers that last.

CATERING GENERAL ASSISTANT

Houston & Hawkes | Epsom | £14.80 per hour | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Fresh food, friendly service and a varied role at a fantastic client site in Epsom.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Catering General Assistant to join our team at a fantastic client site in Epsom. This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with food, providing great customer service and being part of a busy and supportive catering team.

No two parts of the day will be exactly the same. You’ll support both the kitchen and front-of-house operation, from preparing sandwiches and fresh cold food to serving customers, operating the till and making sure our restaurant and service areas are always clean, organised and welcoming.

 THE ROLE

•  Support the kitchen team with general food preparation, including sandwiches and fresh cold food
• Prepare and serve food and beverages to customers throughout the day
• Provide friendly, professional and efficient customer service
• Operate the till and process customer payments accurately
• Support table service and clear tables throughout service
• Restock food, beverages and service items to ensure everything is ready and well presented
• Support stock rotation and ensure products are stored and displayed correctly
• Keep front-of-house and back-of-house areas clean, tidy and organised
• Carry out general housekeeping duties including sweeping, mopping and cleaning service areas
• Work closely with the chefs and wider catering team to ensure a smooth daily service
• Maintain excellent food safety, allergen, hygiene and health and safety standards

 WHAT YOU’LL BRING 

• Previous experience within catering, hospitality, food service or a customer-facing environment would be an advantage
• A friendly and confident approach to customer service
• An interest in food and willingness to support with basic food preparation
• A positive, hands-on attitude and willingness to help across both kitchen and front-of-house duties
• Good organisation and the ability to work efficiently during busy service
• Pride in maintaining excellent cleanliness and presentation standards
• Reliability, enthusiasm and a strong team mentality
• Good communication skills and a professional approach

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

•  A varied role at a fantastic client site in Epsom
• A friendly and supportive catering team
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious client sites. 

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you enjoy working with food, love looking after customers and want a varied Monday to Friday role with a great team, we would love to hear from you.

HEAD CHEF

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £55,000 per annum | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Great food, beautiful presentation and the opportunity to create something genuinely special from the very beginning.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Head Chef to lead an exciting new Central London opening within an exceptional luxury workplace. You will shape a fresh, modern food offer where quality ingredients, seasonality and creativity are at the heart of everything we do.

From vibrant everyday dishes to elegant fine dining, beautifully executed canapés and high-end events, you will set the standard across the entire kitchen. This is your opportunity to build a talented team, develop exciting menus and create food you are genuinely proud to serve.

 THE ROLE

• Lead the kitchen and establish exceptional culinary standards from day one
• Create fresh, seasonal menus across a modern workplace dining offer
• Deliver outstanding fine dining, hospitality, events, working lunches and canapé service
• Bring creativity, flavour and beautiful presentation to every part of the food offer
• Build, lead, motivate and develop a talented kitchen team
• Develop seasonal dishes, specials and new food concepts
• Work closely with the hospitality team to ensure every service and event is delivered seamlessly
• Take ownership of food quality, consistency and presentation
• Manage food cost, labour, ordering, stock and wastage effectively
• Build strong relationships with clients and understand their requirements
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, allergen management, hygiene and compliance
• Create a positive kitchen culture where quality, creativity and pride in food come first

 WHAT YOU’LL BRING 

• Strong Head Chef experience within premium contract catering or another exceptional high-quality food environment
• A proven background across workplace dining and high-end hospitality
• Excellent fine dining, events and canapé experience
• A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food and beautifully executed dishes
• Creativity and confidence to develop menus and bring new ideas to the table
• Strong commercial awareness across food cost, labour and kitchen performance
• An inspiring leadership style with the ability to build and develop a great team
• Exceptional organisation, consistency and attention to detail
• Confidence working closely with clients and senior stakeholders
• The ambition to create a food offer that genuinely stands out

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £55,000 per annum
• The opportunity to shape an exceptional new opening from day one
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé
• Foodie Socials bringing our chefs together to explore new flavours, techniques and ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues

 ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious workplaces.

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

 If you are a Head Chef who loves great food, wants the freedom to create and is excited by the opportunity to shape an outstanding new opening, we would love to hear from you.

SOUS CHEF

Stoke-on-Trent | £30,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

Fresh food. Brilliant people. Exceptional standards.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our kitchen team at a leading corporate workplace in Stoke-on-Trent.

We’re looking for a hands-on chef with a genuine passion for fresh food, strong kitchen skills and a real eye for detail. Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll help deliver delicious, beautifully presented food and a consistently excellent experience for our customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring creativity, organisation and positive leadership to a professional workplace kitchen while enjoying a Monday-to-Friday working pattern.

THE ROLE

• Support the Head Chef in the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Prepare and deliver fresh, seasonal dishes to consistently high standards
• Bring creativity and flair to menus, food presentation and daily specials
• Help lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, consistency and service
• Support stock control, ordering, portion management and food waste reduction
• Work closely with the wider catering team to deliver a seamless customer experience
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, allergen awareness and kitchen safety

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step
• Confident cooking skills and a genuine passion for fresh, quality ingredients
• A positive, supportive approach to leading and developing others
• Excellent organisation and the ability to remain calm during busy service
• Good understanding of food safety, allergens and kitchen compliance
• Commercial awareness and pride in producing food that looks as good as it tastes

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials and company celebrations, including our Summer Awards and Christmas Party
• Learning, development and opportunities for career progression

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent contract caterer, creating fresh, creative food and exceptional hospitality experiences in some of the UK’s most prestigious workplaces. We are a Certified B Corp and a recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise, with a people-first culture built around quality, care and ambition.

If you’re a passionate Sous Chef who loves great food and takes pride in leading by example, we’d love to hear from you.

FINE DINING HOSPITALITY ASSISTANT

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £15.25 per hour | Monday to Friday

An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Hospitality Assistant to bring five-star service, confidence and attention to detail to one of our most prestigious Central London locations. 

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a professional Fine Dining Hospitality Assistant who understands what truly exceptional service looks and feels like. Working within an elegant, contemporary environment, you will support a refined hospitality operation where presentation, discretion and impeccable standards are expected at every stage of the guest journey.

We are particularly interested in people who have developed their service skills within Michelin-starred restaurants, five-star hotels, fine dining venues or exceptional corporate hospitality environments. You will know how to anticipate what a guest needs, work calmly and discreetly around senior clients and deliver beautifully executed service without ever losing the warmth and personality that makes hospitality memorable.

 THE ROLE

• Deliver polished, attentive and discreet hospitality service throughout the day
• Prepare meeting rooms to an exceptional standard
• Set tables and meeting spaces with precision and outstanding attention to detail
• Serve teas, coffees, refreshments, working lunches and bespoke hospitality
• Support fine dining, canapé receptions, lunches and client events
• Provide confident food and beverage service with excellent knowledge of service etiquette
• Welcome guests professionally and ensure every interaction feels warm and effortless
• Anticipate client requirements and respond quickly and discreetly throughout service
• Set up, clear and reset meeting rooms efficiently while maintaining impeccable presentation
• Work closely with the wider hospitality and culinary teams to deliver seamless service
• Maintain excellent knowledge of menus, allergens and dietary requirements
• Ensure all front-of-house and hospitality areas remain immaculate throughout the day

 WHAT YOU'LL BRING

•  Previous experience within fine dining, Michelin-starred restaurants, five-star hotels or premium corporate hospitality is highly desirable
• A genuine understanding of high-end food and beverage service
• A polished, confident and professional presence
• Exceptional attention to detail and a natural eye for presentation
• Warm, engaging and sophisticated customer service
• The ability to anticipate guest needs rather than simply react to them
• Confidence serving senior clients and guests in a discreet professional environment
• Excellent communication and organisation
• A calm approach and the ability to maintain exceptional standards during busy service
• A genuine passion for hospitality and pride in creating memorable guest experiences

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £15.25 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials bringing our teams together to discover new food, drink and hospitality ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

 ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES 

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious workplaces. 

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. We believe exceptional hospitality is about much more than service - it is about anticipation, attention to detail and creating an experience that feels effortless from beginning to end.

 If you come from a fine dining or five-star hospitality background and are looking for a Monday-to-Friday role where your standards, personality and service expertise will genuinely be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE

London | £37,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

Exceptional food. Refined hospitality. Serious craft.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an accomplished Senior Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at a prestigious international law firm in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef who wants to cook at a genuinely high level within a premium Monday-to-Friday environment. The food offer brings together fresh workplace dining, sophisticated hospitality and refined fine dining, giving you the variety to showcase both strong craft skills and creativity.

THE ROLE

• Prepare and deliver exceptional food across the daily dining, hospitality and fine-dining offer.
• Work with fresh, seasonal and quality ingredients to produce food with flavour, creativity and precision.
• Deliver beautifully presented dishes for executive dining, client lunches and premium hospitality.
• Prepare elegant canapés, bowl food, plated dining and bespoke menus for events and special occasions.
• Take ownership of your section, ensuring exceptional standards of preparation, organisation and presentation.
• Contribute ideas to menu development, seasonal dishes and new food concepts.
• Support junior chefs, sharing knowledge and helping maintain consistently high standards across the kitchen.
• Work confidently across different styles of service while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Support effective stock control, portion management and waste reduction.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food safety, allergen management, hygiene and kitchen organisation. 

ABOUT YOU

• An experienced Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie with strong culinary foundations.
• Previous experience within fine dining, premium hospitality, quality restaurants, hotels or high-end contract catering.
• Excellent craft and technical cooking skills with a strong understanding of flavour and seasonality.
• Experience producing refined hospitality and beautifully presented plated food.
• Creative, passionate and genuinely interested in food.
• An exceptional eye for detail and presentation.
• Calm, organised and confident working within a professional kitchen environment.
• A strong team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and supporting others.
• Someone who takes genuine pride in their craft and refuses to compromise on quality.

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

You'll be joining an award-winning independent business where chefs are encouraged to cook, create and continue developing their craft.

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• £37,000 per annum
• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials - bringing our chefs and teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing culinary development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites.

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise and proud to be recognised among the UK's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

HEAD KITCHEN PORTER

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £15.80 - £16 per hour | 40 hours per week | 5 out of 7

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Kitchen Porter to take the lead behind the scenes within a vibrant, fast-paced student environment where great food, strong teamwork and exceptional standards matter every day.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a confident, organised and hands-on Head Kitchen Porter to lead the kitchen porter team at one of our busy Central London locations. With a lively food operation serving a large student community, this is a role for someone who enjoys pace, takes real pride in standards and knows how to keep a busy kitchen running smoothly.

You will be an important part of the wider culinary team, organising the daily kitchen porter operation, supporting the chefs and making sure the kitchen, equipment and back-of-house areas are always clean, safe, organised and ready for service.

THE ROLE 

• Lead and organise the kitchen porter team across a busy 5 out of 7 operation
• Allocate daily duties and make sure the team is prepared for each service
• Keep the kitchen, wash-up, storage and back-of-house areas exceptionally clean and organised
• Ensure pots, pans, crockery, utensils and kitchen equipment are cleaned and available when needed
• Support the chefs and wider culinary team during busy preparation and service periods
• Receive deliveries and ensure products are stored safely and correctly
• Maintain organised waste, recycling and storage areas
• Monitor cleaning materials and support stock control and ordering
• Train and support new kitchen porters, setting clear standards from day one
• Maintain excellent communication between the kitchen porter team, chefs and management
• Ensure cleaning schedules and daily tasks are completed consistently
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, COSHH and health and safety compliance
• Lead by example and remain hands-on throughout the operation 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous experience as a Head Kitchen Porter, Senior Kitchen Porter or experienced Kitchen Porter ready to step into a leadership role
• Experience within a busy contract catering, university, hotel, restaurant or high-volume food operation would be highly desirable
• A positive, energetic and hands-on leadership style
• Excellent organisation and the confidence to coordinate a busy team
• Strong standards of cleanliness, hygiene and attention to detail
• Good knowledge of COSHH, food safety and health and safety procedures
• The ability to remain calm, organised and reliable during busy services
• Good communication skills and a genuine team mentality
• The confidence to train, support and motivate others
• Pride in maintaining an exceptional working environment for the entire kitchen team

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES? 

• £15.80 - £16 per hour depending on experience
• 40 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 working pattern
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Ongoing training, development and genuine opportunities to progress
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

 ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

At Houston & Hawkes, exceptional kitchens are built by exceptional teams, and the people working behind the scenes are every bit as important as the people at the pass.

We're an award-winning independent caterer creating fresh, vibrant food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most impressive workplaces and education environments. We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

If you're an experienced Kitchen Porter who is ready to lead a team, take ownership and become an important part of a busy, high-performing kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

SOUS CHEF

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £40,000 per annum | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

 Great food, beautiful presentation and the opportunity to help create something genuinely special from the very beginning.

 Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join an exciting new Central London opening within an exceptional luxury workplace. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help deliver a fresh, modern food offer where quality ingredients, seasonality and creativity are at the heart of every service.

From vibrant everyday dishes to elegant fine dining, beautifully executed canapés and high-end events, you will bring skill, consistency and real pride in food to everything you produce.

 THE ROLE

• Support the Head Chef in delivering an exceptional culinary offer from day one
• Help lead the kitchen across workplace dining and high-end hospitality
• Prepare and deliver fresh, seasonal food with outstanding flavour and presentation
• Support fine dining, events, working lunches and canapé service
• Contribute ideas to seasonal menus, specials and new food concepts
• Take responsibility for kitchen standards and service in the Head Chef’s absence
• Lead, support and develop junior chefs
• Maintain exceptional consistency and attention to detail across every service
• Manage preparation, stock, ordering, portion control and wastage effectively
• Work closely with the hospitality team to ensure events and client requirements are delivered seamlessly
• Maintain excellent food safety, allergen, hygiene and compliance standards

 WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Strong experience as a Sous Chef or an exceptional Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step
• Experience within premium contract catering or another high-quality fresh-food environment
• Strong experience across workplace dining and high-end hospitality
• Excellent cooking skills and a genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food
• Confidence delivering fine dining, events and canapé service
• Creativity and a strong eye for modern food presentation
• Excellent organisation and a calm, positive leadership style
• Good commercial awareness with an understanding of food cost, stock and wastage
• A genuine desire to develop and inspire other chefs
• Exceptional attention to detail and consistently high standards

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £40,000 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• The opportunity to help shape an exceptional new opening
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé
• Foodie Socials bringing our chefs together to explore new flavours, techniques and ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES 

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious workplaces.

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you are a Sous Chef who loves great food, takes pride in every plate and wants to help create an outstanding food offer within a very special new opening, we would love to hear from you.

HEAD CHEF

Monday to Friday | £52,500 | London

Lead an exceptional kitchen where outstanding food, premium hospitality and innovation come together.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead one of our prestigious workplace hospitality sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef with a strong background in retail, hospitality and fine dining, who enjoys creating exceptional food experiences while leading and developing a high-performing team.

This role combines a vibrant retail food offer with premium hospitality and fine dining events, making every day different. You'll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity, deliver exceptional standards and build an outstanding food culture within the site.

THE ROLE

• Lead the day-to-day operation of a busy kitchen
• Deliver an exceptional retail food offer with fresh, seasonal menus
• Create outstanding hospitality and fine dining experiences
• Inspire, coach and develop your kitchen team
• Manage food cost, labour and GP performance
• Build strong client relationships and exceed expectations
• Maintain the highest food safety and compliance standards
• Drive innovation and continuously improve the food offer

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous experience as a Head Chef within premium contract catering, hotels or restaurants
• Strong retail and hospitality experience
• A genuine passion for fine dining and exceptional presentation
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and food costs
• Creativity, organisation and attention to detail
• A positive, hands-on approach with a passion for developing other

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £50,000 salary plus overtime 
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé, offering hands-on learning, fresh inspiration and the opportunity to develop your culinary skills alongside one of the UK's most respected chefs
• Foodie Socials
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an independent, award-winning contract caterer delivering exceptional workplace hospitality across London. As a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise and one of The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality, we're committed to creating incredible food, developing talented people and building careers that last.

HOSPITALITY ASSISTANT MANAGER

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £39,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

Step into a premium hospitality environment where exceptional service, organisation and attention to detail matter at every level.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an outstanding Hospitality Assistant Manager to join a prestigious Central London operation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional who is equally confident leading from the floor, supporting a busy team and managing the important commercial and administrative detail behind a successful operation.

You'll support the Hospitality Manager with the day-to-day delivery of meetings, events, fine dining and executive hospitality, ensuring every service feels polished, professional and effortless. From coordinating the team and engaging with clients to managing invoices, figures and operational paperwork, you'll be an important part of keeping the entire hospitality operation running seamlessly.

This role would suit someone who is highly organised, commercially aware and naturally warm with people – someone who notices the smallest details, stays calm under pressure and takes genuine pride in delivering an exceptional guest experience.

THE ROLE

• Support the Hospitality Manager with the day-to-day running of a premium hospitality operation
• Lead from the floor and ensure consistently exceptional service across meetings, events, fine dining and executive hospitality
• Coordinate and supervise the hospitality team, ensuring everyone is briefed, organised and ready for service
• Support the planning and delivery of client events, receptions, private dining and evening functions
• Manage invoices, purchase orders, figures and operational administration accurately
• Support financial reporting, cost control and other commercial requirements
• Assist with rotas, labour planning and team scheduling
• Build strong relationships with clients, guests and internal stakeholders
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure food and service are perfectly coordinated
• Maintain impeccable standards across meeting rooms, dining spaces and hospitality areas
• Support training, coaching and development of the front-of-house team
• Remain flexible to support occasional evening events when required

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous supervisory or management experience within premium hospitality, contract catering, fine dining, five-star hotels or a high-end corporate environment
• A polished, confident and engaging approach with excellent customer service skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with figures, invoices and operational reporting
• Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience supporting or delivering events and premium hospitality
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Excellent attention to detail and a genuine understanding of high-end service
• The ability to remain calm, professional and solutions-focused during busy services
• Flexibility to support occasional evening events when the business requires

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £39,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials bringing our teams together to discover new food, drink and hospitality ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Great hospitality starts with great people, and that's something we genuinely believe at Houston & Hawkes.

As an award-winning independent caterer, a Certified B Corp and recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026, we're incredibly proud to also be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

We want our people to enjoy coming to work, feel recognised for what they do and have genuine opportunities to progress. From premium hospitality and exceptional food to our team culture and development opportunities, we're building a business where talented people can create careers they're proud of.

If you're highly organised, commercially confident and passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

CHEF MANAGER

Stevenage | £41,000 per annum | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week

Fresh food. Great coffee. A small operation with plenty of personality.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced Chef Manager to lead our catering operation in Stevenage. 

This is a brilliant role for someone who loves being close to the food and the people. You'll lead a small team while remaining hands-on in the kitchen, delivering freshly made sandwiches, a daily bistro dish, baking, hospitality and great barista coffee. 

We're looking for someone with personality, creativity and a real sense of ownership - a Chef Manager who enjoys variety, takes pride in fresh food and presentation, and is just as comfortable leading the kitchen as they are supporting the coffee bar when needed.

 THE ROLE

• Take ownership of the day-to-day catering operation, leading a small and close-knit team.
• Prepare and deliver fresh sandwiches, a daily bistro dish, baking and hospitality.
• Bring creativity and variety to the food offer while maintaining consistently high standards.
• Lead from the kitchen while remaining flexible and supporting the wider operation, including the coffee bar.
• Ensure food is fresh, beautifully presented and ready for service each day.
• Plan menus, production and purchasing effectively.
• Manage budgets, ordering, stock, food costs and waste with good commercial awareness.
• Develop and support your team, creating a positive and enjoyable working environment.
• Build strong relationships with customers and deliver warm, genuine service.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, allergen management, hygiene and compliance.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience running or managing a kitchen, cafe or similar food-led operation.
• Strong cooking skills and a genuine passion for fresh food.
• Experience leading and supporting a small team.
• Confident with budgets, purchasing, stock and cost control.
• Flexible and happy to work across different areas of the operation when required.
• Barista or coffee experience would be an advantage.
• Level 3 Food Safety is preferred, although training can be provided.
• Organised, reliable and comfortable taking ownership of your operation.
• Most importantly, you'll be someone who genuinely enjoys food, people and being part of the day-to-day service. 

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party and Christmas Party - celebrating the brilliant people behind Houston & Hawkes

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites.

We're a Certified B Corp and proud to create workplaces where great food, thoughtful service and brilliant people come together. 

If you're a hands-on Chef Manager who loves fresh food, great coffee and leading a small team, we'd love to hear from you.

CHEF MANAGER

Camden | £45,000 per annum | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week

Fresh food. Strong leadership. Exceptional standards. 

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced Chef Manager to lead a quality workplace catering operation in Camden.

We're looking for someone with creativity, confidence and a genuine passion for fresh food - a hands-on chef and natural leader who takes pride in every detail. You'll take ownership of the kitchen, inspire your team, build a strong relationship with the client and ensure the food offer is delivered with consistency, quality and personality every day.

 THE ROLE

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen operation, delivering fresh, seasonal food to consistently high standards.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive, professional and well-organised working environment.
• Create appealing seasonal menus using quality ingredients and bring creativity and flair to the food offer.
• Prepare and deliver outstanding meals and hospitality as required.
• Take ownership of food quality, presentation and consistency across the operation.
• Build strong and trusted relationships with the client and customers.
• Manage stock, ordering, budgets and food costs with strong commercial awareness.
• Plan effectively for service, production and changing business requirements.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, cleanliness, allergen management and compliance.
• Drive innovation and continually look for ways to develop and improve the food offer.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager, or a strong Senior Sous Chef ready to take ownership of an operation.
• A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food with strong craft skills and an eye for presentation.
• A confident people leader with excellent organisation, planning and time-management skills.
• Commercially aware, with experience managing food costs, stock and kitchen budgets.
• An excellent communicator who takes pride in building strong client relationships and delivering consistently high standards. 

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

You'll be joining an award-winning independent business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop.

• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, giving you access to one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style
• Monday to Friday working pattern 

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an independent, award-winning contract caterer creating exceptional workplace food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites. 

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise and proud to be recognised among the UK's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you're an experienced Chef Manager who combines great food with strong leadership, commercial awareness and genuine pride in your operation, we would love to hear from you.

SOUS CHEF

London | £45,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

Exceptional food. Refined hospitality. A kitchen where every detail matters. 

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an accomplished Sous Chef to join our culinary team at one of the world's leading international law firms in London.

This is a premium fine dining and hospitality role for a chef with genuine craft, creativity and composure. Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll help deliver beautifully executed food in an exceptional professional environment where quality, presentation and attention to detail are paramount.

From sophisticated working lunches and executive dining to elegant canapés, bespoke hospitality and special events, you'll bring precision, consistency and creativity to every service.

THE ROLE

• Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver an exceptional fine dining and hospitality food offer.
• Prepare and present sophisticated dishes using fresh, seasonal and quality ingredients.
• Deliver premium hospitality for meetings, executive dining, client lunches and special events.
• Create elegant canapés, bowl food, plated dining and bespoke menus for a variety of occasions.
• Bring creativity and fresh thinking to menu development while maintaining exceptional consistency.
• Support, inspire and develop the kitchen team, creating a calm, professional and highly organised environment.
• Take ownership of food quality, presentation and consistency throughout preparation and service.
• Support effective stock management, ordering, food-cost control and waste reduction.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food safety, allergen management, hygiene and kitchen organisation. 

ABOUT YOU

• An experienced Sous Chef with a strong background in fine dining, premium hospitality, high-end restaurants, hotels or quality corporate dining.
• Excellent classical and modern cooking skills with a genuine understanding of flavour, seasonality and presentation.
• Experience delivering high-end hospitality, private dining, events or bespoke menus.
• A creative chef with an exceptional eye for detail and genuine pride in presentation.
• Calm, organised and confident working within a demanding professional environment.
• A supportive leader who enjoys developing others and contributing positively to the kitchen.
• Commercially aware, with a good understanding of food costs, stock management and waste control. 

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

You'll be joining an award-winning independent business where chefs are encouraged to cook, create and continue developing their craft.

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, connecting you with one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our chefs and teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing culinary development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites.

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise and proud to be recognised among the UK's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

 If you're a talented Sous Chef who thrives on fine dining, beautiful food and exceptional hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

CHEF DE PARTIE

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | Monday to Friday

Refine your craft in a kitchen where precision, creativity and exceptional food are the standard.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join one of our most prestigious Central London operations. Working within an elegant, high-end environment, you'll be part of a skilled brigade delivering refined fine dining, beautifully presented canapés, private dining and premium hospitality.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious chef who wants to work with quality ingredients, develop strong fine dining skills and learn alongside experienced chefs. A background in a high-end restaurant, hotel, fine dining kitchen or premium contract catering environment would be highly regarded.

 THE ROLE

• Take ownership of your section and deliver consistently exceptional standards
• Prepare and present refined fine dining dishes, canapés and premium hospitality
• Work with fresh, seasonal and high-quality ingredients
• Support private dining, events and bespoke hospitality services
• Work closely with senior chefs to deliver precise, beautifully presented food
• Maintain excellent organisation and preparation across your section
• Support junior chefs and contribute positively to the wider brigade
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen discipline
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine desire to continue developing your craft

 WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a quality kitchen environment
• Fine dining, Michelin-starred, five-star hotel or premium contract catering experience would be highly desirable
• A genuine passion for beautifully executed food and exceptional presentation
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work calmly and consistently during demanding services
• A positive attitude and strong team ethic
• Ambition to learn, develop and progress within a premium culinary environment

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé
• Foodie Socials bringing our teams together to discover new food, drink and hospitality ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues

 ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of London's most prestigious workplaces.

As a Certified B Corp and recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026, we believe exceptional hospitality starts with exceptional people. We invest in our teams, celebrate success and give talented chefs the opportunity to develop their craft and build careers they can be genuinely proud of.

Reception & Hospitality Coordinator   

 £37,500 per annum | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week

Exceptional welcomes. Impeccable service. Attention to every detail.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced Reception & Hospitality Coordinator to join our team at our prestigious client site on London. 

This is a polished front-of-house role for someone who understands the importance of first impressions. You'll be at the heart of the client experience, providing a warm and professional welcome to guests while ensuring reception, meeting rooms and hospitality service run seamlessly throughout the day.

We're looking for someone with confidence, warmth and exceptional attention to detail - a natural host who enjoys looking after people and takes genuine pride in delivering an outstanding experience.

THE ROLE

• Provide a professional, warm and welcoming reception service for clients, guests and visitors.
• Manage incoming calls and switchboard duties efficiently and professionally.
• Ensure reception and front-of-house areas are beautifully presented and maintained throughout the day.
• Coordinate meeting rooms, ensuring spaces are prepared and presented to an exceptional standard.
• Support the hospitality team with meeting-room service, including the delivery of beverages and refreshments.
• Assist with meeting-room set-up and reset, ensuring every detail is ready ahead of guests arriving.
• Respond confidently and professionally to client and guest requests.
• Work closely with the wider hospitality team to provide a seamless experience across reception and meeting-room services.
• Maintain consistently high standards of presentation, discretion and professionalism.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience within reception, corporate hospitality, front of house or a premium customer-facing environment.
• A naturally warm and professional approach with excellent communication skills.
• Confident welcoming guests and communicating with people at all levels.
• Immaculate personal presentation and exceptional attention to detail.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage changing priorities throughout the day.
• Comfortable supporting both reception and meeting-room hospitality.
• A genuine team player who takes ownership and pride in delivering exceptional service.

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

You'll be joining an award-winning independent business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop.

• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, giving you access to one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites. 

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you have a natural flair for looking after people and understand how thoughtful, polished service can transform a guest experience, we'd love to hear from you.

CAFE MANAGER

Milton Keynes | £40,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

Great food. Brilliant people. Exceptional service.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced Cafe Manager to join our team at an exciting new client location in Milton Keynes.

We're looking for someone with personality, energy and a real eye for detail - a talented manager who takes genuine pride in great food, exceptional service and creating an environment where both customers and the team feel valued. You'll lead the day-to-day catering operation, develop your team, build a trusted relationship with our client and ensure consistently high standards across food, service, presentation and commercial performance.

THE ROLE

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day catering and retail operation, ensuring consistently high standards of food, service and presentation.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team, creating a positive, engaged and professional working environment.
• Deliver an excellent customer experience through warm, efficient and attentive service.
• Bring flair and innovation to menus, food presentation and the overall offer.
• Manage budgets, cost controls, stock, ordering and operational performance.
• Build strong relationships with the client, customers and the wider Houston & Hawkes team.
• Plan and organise the operation effectively, ensuring service runs smoothly and consistently.
• Complete company documentation, reporting and bookwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, allergen awareness, health & safety and hygiene.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve quality, service and commercial performance.

 ABOUT YOU

• An experienced Cafe Manager or catering manager with a strong background in quality food-led operations.
• City & Guilds, NVQ or relevant catering or food production training, together with a food hygiene qualification or equivalent practical knowledge.
• Strong craft skills with an eye for quality, presentation, flair and innovation.
• Good financial and commercial awareness, including cost control, stock control and budget management.
• A confident, organised and approachable people leader with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for food and service.

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

Alongside the opportunity to join an exciting new client location, you'll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop.

• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, giving you access to one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 40 hours per week

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites.

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you're an experienced Cafe Manager who brings personality, energy and a genuine passion for great food and service, we would love to hear from you.

BARISTA

Milton Keynes | £29,250 per annum | Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours

 Exceptional coffee. Beautifully served. Genuine hospitality in every interaction.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced Barista to join our team at an exciting new client location in Milton Keynes.

We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for coffee, personality and a real eye for detail - someone who takes pride in every cup they serve and understands how great coffee and thoughtful service can elevate the everyday customer experience. You'll bring warmth, consistency and energy to the coffee bar while taking real ownership of your area and supporting the wider catering team. 

THE ROLE

• Prepare and serve consistently excellent coffee and hot beverages to Houston & Hawkes standards.
• Deliver warm, professional and attentive customer service throughout the day.
• Maintain excellent standards of presentation across the coffee bar and service areas.
• Create a welcoming customer experience, building positive relationships through genuine and engaging service.
• Take ownership of the coffee bar, ensuring it is organised, fully stocked and beautifully presented for service.
• Work confidently and efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Support food service, preparation and cleaning tasks as part of the wider catering team.
• Follow food hygiene, allergen awareness and safe working practices at all times.
• Maintain an immaculate working environment, including equipment, counters and customer-facing areas.
• Bring enthusiasm, flexibility and a positive approach to the team every day. 

ABOUT YOU

• Previous Barista experience, together with a genuine passion for coffee, food and great service.
• Previous customer service experience, with catering, food service or food production experience desirable.
• A good understanding of basic food hygiene, allergen awareness and safe working practices in a catering environment.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills, with the ability to work confidently during busy periods.
• A positive, flexible and engaging team player who takes ownership of their role and genuine pride in delivering exceptional standards.

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

Alongside the opportunity to join an exciting new client location, you'll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop. 

• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, giving you access to one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 37.5 hours per week 

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites. 

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you're an experienced Barista who is passionate about exceptional coffee, thoughtful service and creating a brilliant customer experience, we would love to hear from you.

DELI & SANDWICH CHEF

Milton Keynes | £32,000 per annum | Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours 

Fresh ingredients. Beautiful food. Creativity in every detail. 

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Deli & Sandwich Chef to join our kitchen team at an exciting new client location in Milton Keynes.

We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for food, strong craft skills and a real eye for presentation - a chef who takes pride in creating fresh, vibrant and beautifully presented food. You'll bring creativity, consistency and strong organisation to the kitchen, while supporting the team and maintaining exceptional standards throughout the day. 

THE ROLE

• Prepare and deliver a fresh, vibrant and beautifully presented daily food offer.
• Bring creativity and flair to menus, seasonal dishes and presentation.
• Work with quality ingredients to produce consistently excellent food.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen and maintain exceptional standards throughout service.
• Take responsibility for food preparation, production and presentation within your area.
• Support and supervise members of the kitchen team, sharing knowledge and maintaining high standards.
• Manage stock effectively and support strong cost control and minimal food waste.
• Plan and organise your workload to ensure food is prepared efficiently and ready for service.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, allergen awareness, hygiene and safe working practices.
• Contribute ideas and creativity to continually develop the food offer. 

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as a chef, including a minimum of two years' supervisory responsibility.
• City & Guilds, NVQ or relevant catering or food production training, together with a food hygiene qualification or equivalent practical knowledge.
• Strong craft skills with genuine flair and creativity in both food and presentation.
• Good financial and commercial awareness, including cost control, stock control and budget management.
• A well-organised, passionate chef with excellent planning and time-management skills and genuine pride in quality and consistency.

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

Alongside the opportunity to join an exciting new client location, you'll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop.

• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, giving you access to one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 37.5 hours per week

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites.

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

If you're a talented Deli Chef with a passion for fresh food, beautiful presentation and exceptional standards, we would love to hear from you.

HOSPITALITY HOST / TEAM LEADER

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £18.00 per hour | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Exceptional hospitality, flawless organisation and the opportunity to lead from the front at a prestigious luxury client site. 

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an outstanding Hospitality Host / Team Leader to join our team at a prestigious Central London client site. This is a senior, hands-on hospitality role for someone who understands exceptional service and knows how to keep every detail organised behind the scenes.

You will coordinate hospitality bookings, meeting rooms and events, organise the team and make sure each service is prepared and delivered beautifully. From executive meetings and working lunches to fine dining, canapes and larger events, you will be the person who keeps everything running smoothly while remaining visible and hands-on throughout service.

THE ROLE 

• Coordinate daily hospitality bookings, meeting rooms, lunches and events
• Plan each service carefully, ensuring timings, set-ups and team requirements are organised in advance
• Lead and support the hospitality hosts during service, setting consistently high standards
• Deliver polished meeting room, fine dining, canapé and event service
• Ensure rooms and hospitality areas are prepared beautifully and to the correct specification
• Liaise closely with the kitchen and wider catering team to ensure every booking runs seamlessly
• Use booking systems, email and Microsoft Office confidently to manage information and communicate requirements
• Allocate daily duties and help organise the team around the hospitality schedule
• Respond calmly and professionally to last-minute changes and special requests
• Maintain excellent presentation, service and attention to detail throughout the day
• Support stock control and ensure equipment, linen and service items are prepared and available
• Maintain excellent food safety, allergen, hygiene and health and safety standards

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Strong experience as a Senior Hospitality Assistant, Hospitality Host, Team Leader or Hospitality Supervisor
• Experience within premium contract catering, five-star hotels, fine dining or another high-end hospitality environment
• Excellent knowledge of meeting room hospitality, events, fine dining and canapé service
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple bookings and changing priorities
• Confident computer skills, including email, booking systems and Microsoft Office
• A polished, professional approach with exceptional service standards
• Natural leadership skills and the confidence to guide and support a hospitality team
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• A calm, proactive approach during busy services and events
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating an exceptional experience every time 

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• The opportunity to join a prestigious luxury client site
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Foodie Socials bringing our teams together to explore new food and hospitality ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious client sites.

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

If you are highly organised, love exceptional hospitality and enjoy leading from the front, we would love to hear from you.

Operations Manager | London | Monday to Friday

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Operations Manager to lead a portfolio of prestigious catering and hospitality operations across London.

This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for an accomplished multi-site operator who combines commercial strength with exceptional people leadership, outstanding client relationships and a genuine passion for food and hospitality. 

Reporting to our Commercial Director, you will take overall responsibility for the performance and continued development of your locations, leading and developing our Location Managers while delivering exceptional client and customer experiences, strong commercial performance and consistently high operational standards. 

THE ROLE

• Lead the overall financial, operational and service performance of your London locations.
• Drive continuous improvement across food, hospitality and service, bringing innovation and flair to each location within agreed commercial and contractual frameworks.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, labour controls, cost efficiencies and financial reporting, ensuring agreed targets are achieved.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, ensuring expectations are consistently met and developed throughout the life of each contract.
• Lead regular client meetings and strategic reviews, covering financial performance, customer feedback, innovation, marketing and future development.
• Inspire, lead and develop Location Managers, providing strong leadership, coaching and support to create engaged and high-performing teams.
• Champion employee engagement, training, development and succession planning, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance.
• Act as a senior ambassador for Houston & Hawkes, building strong partnerships with clients and ensuring Location Managers and their teams remain client and customer focused.
• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance customer experience, increase sales and improve operational performance.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, presentation, customer service, food safety, health & safety and environmental compliance across all locations.

ABOUT YOU

• A confident and commercially astute hospitality leader with proven multi-site experience within contract catering, workplace dining, premium corporate hospitality or a related sector.
• Proven experience leading and developing Location Managers and high-performing teams across multiple locations.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability, with confidence managing budgets, forecasting and operational performance.
• Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills, alongside a strong background in people development, engagement and performance management.
• An inspirational, visible and approachable leader who is highly organised, resilient and passionate about exceptional food, hospitality and customer experience.

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

Alongside the opportunity to lead a prestigious London portfolio, you'll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop. 

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership, giving you access to one of the UK's leading hospitality communities
• Foodie Socials - bringing our teams together to share new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Private healthcare
• Ongoing learning, leadership development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues - bringing the whole business together to celebrate the year in true Houston & Hawkes style

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites.

We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

If you are an experienced multi-site hospitality leader ready to take ownership of a high-profile London portfolio, develop exceptional people and build outstanding client partnerships, we would love to hear from you.

KITCHEN PORTER

Houston & Hawkes | Newbury | £13.45 per hour | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday 

A great team, high standards and the opportunity to join Houston & Hawkes at an exciting site in Newbury.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team at an exciting site in Newbury. This is an important role within our kitchen, supporting our chefs and helping to ensure the operation runs smoothly throughout the day. 

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in keeping a kitchen clean, organised and ready for service. You’ll work as part of a friendly and professional team, supporting with washing up, deliveries, kitchen organisation and basic food preparation when required. 

THE ROLE 

• Keep the kitchen, wash-up and back-of-house areas clean, organised and ready for service
• Operate dishwashing equipment and ensure crockery, cutlery, utensils and kitchen equipment are cleaned efficiently
• Support chefs with basic food preparation when required
• Receive and organise deliveries, ensuring items are stored correctly
• Keep kitchen equipment, surfaces and storage areas maintained to a high standard
• Assist with stock movement and general kitchen organisation
• Support the kitchen team during breakfast and lunch service
• Ensure waste and recycling are managed correctly
• Work closely with the chefs and wider catering team to support a smooth daily operation
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards at all times

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Previous Kitchen Porter or catering experience would be an advantage
• A hardworking, reliable and positive approach
• Good organisation and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen
• Pride in maintaining excellent cleanliness and hygiene standards
• A willingness to support the wider kitchen team wherever needed
• A strong team mentality and good communication skills
• The ability to follow instructions and work safely
• A professional and dependable approach to your work

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES? 

• Monday to Friday
• The opportunity to join an exciting site in Newbury
• A supportive and professional kitchen team
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues 

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES 

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious client sites.

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you are reliable, hardworking and want to be part of a great catering team in Newbury, we would love to hear from you.

GENERAL MANAGER

Houston & Hawkes is looking for an experienced and commercially driven General Manager to lead our prestigious catering and hospitality operation at Regent’s University London.

This is a high-profile leadership opportunity within one of our most diverse London operations, bringing together retail student dining, coffee bars, à la carte restaurant operations, internal hospitality services and a significant seasonal events portfolio. 

Reporting to our Key Account Director, you will take overall responsibility for the performance and continued development of the account, leading a team of over 50 employees, including departmental managers. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, building strong client relationships, developing high-performing teams and driving sustainable commercial success.

 THE ROLE

• Lead the overall financial, operational and service performance of the Regent’s University London account.
• Drive revenue growth and profitability across student dining, coffee bars, à la carte restaurant operations, internal hospitality and the seasonal conference and events business.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, labour controls, cost efficiencies and financial reporting.
• Lead the planning and delivery of the significant three-month summer events programme, including large-scale conferences, corporate workshops, business retreats and away days, gala dinners, summer parties and receptions.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external clients to ensure flawless event delivery, build long-term relationships and drive repeat business.
• Inspire, lead and develop a team of 50+ employees across multiple departments, providing strong leadership and coaching to managers and supervisors.
• Champion employee engagement, wellbeing, training, development and succession planning, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, inclusivity and high performance.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key university stakeholders and act as the senior ambassador for Houston & Hawkes on site.
• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance guest experience, increase sales and improve operational performance.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, presentation, customer service, food safety, health & safety and compliance.

ABOUT YOU

• A confident and commercially astute hospitality leader with significant leadership experience within hospitality, catering, events, contract catering or a related sector.
• Proven experience leading large teams of 50+ employees, including managers and multi-department teams.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability, with experience delivering high-volume events and hospitality operations.
• Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills, alongside a strong background in people development, engagement and performance management.
• An inspirational, visible and approachable leader who is highly organised, resilient and passionate about hospitality and customer experience.

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

Alongside the opportunity to lead one of our most exciting and diverse London operations, you’ll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, celebrates success and creates opportunities to develop.

• Your birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality Membership
• Foodie Socials – bringing our teams together to showcase new concepts, seasonal food and drink ideas, coffee innovation and the creativity happening across Houston & Hawkes
• Masterclasses with Sally Abé and opportunities to learn from some of the industry’s leading talent
• Ongoing learning, leadership development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Our Summer Awards Party - celebrating the people, achievements and successes across Houston & Hawkes
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues
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ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious client sites. 

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you are an experienced hospitality leader ready to take ownership of a complex, high-profile operation and lead an exceptional team, we would love to hear from you.

CHEF DE PARTIE

Houston & Hawkes | Newbury | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday 

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at a fantastic new client site in Newbury. This is a brilliant opportunity for a chef who enjoys cooking fresh, vibrant food, takes pride in quality and presentation, and wants the work-life balance of a Monday to Friday role.

You’ll work as part of a supportive kitchen team, taking ownership of your section and helping to deliver an excellent daily food offer. We’re looking for someone with strong kitchen foundations, plenty of enthusiasm and a genuine desire to keep developing as a chef.

 THE ROLE

• Prepare, cook and present fresh, high-quality dishes for the daily food service
• Take ownership of your section and ensure it is organised and ready for service
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to maintain excellent food standards
• Support menu preparation and contribute ideas for seasonal dishes and new food concepts
• Use fresh ingredients with care, maintaining excellent flavour, consistency and presentation
• Keep your section fully stocked, clean and organised throughout preparation and service
• Monitor portion control, stock rotation and food waste
• Support hospitality and special food requirements when needed
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Maintain excellent food safety, allergen, hygiene and health and safety standards

 WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Chef de Partie ready for the next step
• A genuine passion for fresh food and high-quality cooking
• Strong practical kitchen skills and confidence running your own section
• Good organisation and the ability to work calmly during busy service
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in presentation
• A positive, reliable and hands-on approach
• A strong team mentality and willingness to learn from experienced chefs
• Contract catering experience would be an advantage, but is not essential
• A genuine desire to develop your skills and progress your culinary career 

WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• Monday to Friday
• The opportunity to join an exciting new client contract in Newbury
• A supportive kitchen team and excellent opportunity to develop
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues

 ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious client sites.

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality. 

If you are a passionate Chef de Partie who loves fresh food and wants to be part of an exciting new team in Newbury, we would love to hear from you.

CHEF DE PARTIE

Houston & Hawkes | Central London | £36,000 per annum | Monday to Friday

Exceptional food, beautiful presentation and the opportunity to develop your craft within one of our most prestigious luxury client sites.

Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at an exceptional Central London client site. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who takes real pride in their craft and wants to work with fresh, high-quality ingredients across both vibrant retail dining and refined fine dining hospitality.

 Working alongside an experienced kitchen team, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills across a varied food offer - from beautifully prepared everyday dishes to elegant fine dining, working lunches, canapés and high-end hospitality. Quality, seasonality, flavour and presentation will be at the heart of everything you produce.

THE ROLE 

• Prepare and deliver fresh, seasonal food to consistently exceptional standards
• Work across both vibrant retail dining and refined fine dining hospitality
• Support the delivery of working lunches, events, canapés and bespoke hospitality
• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring preparation and service run smoothly
• Bring care, precision and attention to detail to every dish you produce
• Contribute ideas to seasonal menus, specials and new dishes
• Work closely with senior chefs and the wider kitchen team throughout preparation and service
• Support junior chefs and share knowledge where required
• Maintain excellent organisation, stock rotation, portion control and waste awareness
• Ensure exceptional food safety, allergen, hygiene and kitchen standards at all times

 WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Strong experience as a Chef de Partie within a high-quality fresh-food kitchen
• Experience within premium contract catering, five-star hotels, fine dining or another high-standard culinary environment
• Experience across both retail dining and fine dining hospitality is highly desirable
• Excellent cooking skills and a genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food
• Confidence working across a varied food offer and busy service
• A strong eye for presentation and consistently high standards
• Good organisation and the ability to take ownership of your section
• A positive, professional and team-focused approach
• A genuine desire to keep learning and developing as a chef
• Exceptional attention to detail and pride in everything you produce

 WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?

• £36,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday
• The opportunity to join one of our most prestigious luxury client sites
• Exposure to both retail dining and refined fine dining hospitality
• Birthday off every year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Free meals on duty
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• CODE Hospitality membership
• Exclusive masterclasses with award-winning chef Sally Abé
• Foodie Socials bringing our chefs together to explore new flavours, techniques and ideas
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
• Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
• An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London’s outstanding venues

ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES

Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK’s most prestigious client sites.

We’re a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality.

If you are a talented Chef de Partie who loves great food, takes pride in every plate and wants to develop within an exceptional culinary environment, we would love to hear from you.