Salary: Approx. £14.50 per hour + Tips
Hours: 12pm – 8pm (4 days per week)
Job Type: Permanent
About the Role
Peyton & Byrne on Great Portland Street is evolving! We are currently refurbishing our space to introduce an evening wine bar service alongside our established daytime cafe. We are looking for a reliable, versatile Chef to join us for this exciting new chapter.This is a unique role offering a 4-day work week with consistent 12pm – 8pm shifts—perfect for a chef looking for a great work-life balance without sacrificing the buzz of a central London service.
Key Responsibilities
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Solo Evening Management: You will be the sole chef responsible for the evening service, managing everything from final prep to plating our new light supper menu.
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Daytime Support: Working with the wider team from 12pm to prepare seasonal salads, artisan sandwiches, and savoury tarts.
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Independent Service: Leading a smooth, high-quality service for our wine bar guests, ensuring every small plate meets our premium standards.
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Kitchen Ownership: Maintaining strict food safety and hygiene standards while working independently in the evenings.
What You Need
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Independence: Proven experience running a section or kitchen on your own. You must be comfortable making decisions and managing your own workflow.
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Quality Focus: A passion for British artisan ingredients
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Efficiency: The ability to transition smoothly from high-volume daytime prep to a refined evening service.
Why Peyton & Byrne?
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Great Work-Life Balance: Rare 12pm – 8pm shifts with no late nights.
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4-Day Week: Enjoy more time off while earning a competitive London wage.
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Creative Input: Be part of a new launch in a freshly refurbished venue.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Experience:
- Cooking: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
