Chef - Full time

Royal Hospital Chelsea; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Hospital Chelsea in London is seeking a dedicated Chef for a full-time, on-site role. You will work across the Kitchen, Larder and Pastry sections to prepare and serve meals for residents and guests, contributing to the daily dining experience in a historic setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on cooking, high standards of food quality and hygiene, and teamwork with senior chefs to support events and functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Demonstrates high standards in food presentation and hygiene.
• Works well in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high quality meals across kitchen sections.
• Support day-to-day dining services and events.
• Maintain food hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Food hygiene

Job description

Chef - Full time

Company: Royal Hospital Chelsea

Hours: Full-time

Location: London, SW3 4SR

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 3 Nov 2026

Closing date: 3 Dec 2026

Are you a passionate chef looking for a role where your skills can make a genuine impact every day?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our talented Catering Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the unique and historic surroundings of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, helping to create exceptional dining experiences for our Chelsea Pensioners and guests.

As a Chef, you will prepare, cook and serve high quality meals across both the Great Hall and the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary. Working within our Kitchen, Larder and Pastry sections, you will gain exposure to a variety of catering operations while supporting both day-to-day dining services and special events.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with senior chefs to deliver outstanding food, contribute to memorable functions and events, and help maintain the high standards for which our Catering Team is known. You will also play an important role in ensuring excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and food quality standards are consistently achieved.

Summary

Are you a passionate chef looking for a role where your skills can make a genuine impact every day?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our talented Catering Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the unique and historic surroundings of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, helping to create exceptional dining experiences for our Chelsea Pensioners and guests.

As a Chef, you will prepare, cook and serve high quality meals across both the Great Hall and the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary. Working within our Kitchen, Larder and Pastry sections, you will gain exposure to a variety of catering operations while supporting both day-to-day dining services and special events.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with senior chefs to deliver outstanding food, contribute to memorable functions and events, and help maintain the high standards for which our Catering Team is known. You will also play an important role in ensuring excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and food quality standards are consistently achieved.

Essential requirements

• Has experience working in a professional kitchen environment.
• Takes pride in producing high quality food and presentation.
• Has excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
• Thrives in a collaborative, team-focused environment.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive approach to their work.

What you’ll enjoy:

• Working in one of the UK's most distinctive and prestigious organisations.
• Preparing high quality food for a valued community and special guests.
• Opportunities to support a varied programme of events and functions.
• Being part of a supportive and professional catering team.

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