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Full-time
On-site
London (South East), London, United Kingdom

Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London’s Iconic green spaces. Our Round café in Peckham Rye is a vibrant destination for locals and visitors, known for its fantastic coffee, freshly made food, and warm hospitality.

We’re looking for a hands-on Head Chef to oversee our all day dining menus and to take charge of our kitchen, leading a passionate team, and delivering an exceptional food offer made with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

If you're a natural leader with a zest for hospitality, this is your chance to make your mark in a fast-paced, people-first environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Leading the kitchen – ensuring smooth operations and maintaining top food quality.
  • Bringing energy – managing operations efficiently and proactively.
  • Building & mentoring your team – developing skills, training chefs and ensuring high standards.
  • Managing stock & suppliers – maintaining fresh ingredients and controlling costs.
  • Ensuring excellence in hygiene & safety – upholding the highest kitchen and food safety standards.
  • Collaborating with the General Manager – driving the café’s success through an outstanding food offering.

What We’re Looking For:

  • An experienced chef – with a background in café, casual dining, or restaurant kitchens.
  • A skilled leader – with experience running a kitchen and managing a team.
  • A quality-obsessed chef – committed to using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
  • A cool head under pressure – keeping the energy high in a busy, fast-paced
  • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected.
  • A hands-on team player – leading by example and always up for a challenge.

Why Join Colicci?

  • £35,000 per annum + performance bonus – your success is rewarded.
  • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business.
  • Staff discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites.
  • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives.

Ready to lead something special? We’d love to hear from you.