Do you have a passion for cooking over fire and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic culinary environment?

Launched in September 2023 in the heart of Mayfair, Il Gattopardo fuses Italy’s rich culinary heritage with the London way of life.

We are looking for a Grill Chef to join our team — someone passionate about high-quality ingredients, precision cooking, and delivering exceptional dishes. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside an experienced global culinary team and contribute to an outstanding dining experience.

At Il Gattopardo, we work with the finest ingredients and embrace vibrant hospitality, creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.

At the heart of the Il Gattopardo experience is people. We’re looking for individuals who can build genuine relationships with colleagues and guests and embody our warm, welcoming spirit.

Il Gattopardo is more than a workplace; it’s a place where everyone has a voice, where you’ll be seen, heard, and supported — a true home to thrive.

Whether you’re developing your culinary career or looking to elevate your grilling and cooking skills, Il Gattopardo will nurture your aspirations and provide the tools to help you reach your full potential.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of premium ingredients, fire and grill cooking techniques, and modern Italian cuisine while learning from an experienced culinary team.

We open our doors to passionate culinary professionals who share our love for modern Italian dining, delivering exceptional food and creating memorable moments for every guest.

Start a journey that can take you from the centre of Mayfair to exciting destinations worldwide, as well as across multiple brands in our extended family, offering progression, growth, and perks to match.

Life is for the tasting. Make it La Dolce Vita with Il Gattopardo.

In addition to the usual benefits, we also offer:

• Work-Life Balance: We genuinely care about your well-being and strive to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Staff Meals: Enjoy meals prepared with care by our talented chefs during your shift.
• Professional Uniform Provided: Feel and look the part with a uniform we supply for you or Management annual tailored suit allowance.
• Celebrate Your Birthday: Take an extra paid day off to make your special day even better.
• £500 Refer a Friend Bonus: Share the opportunity and earn a generous bonus when your recommendation joins our team.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Be part of a successful hospitality group that values your growth and invests in your future.

As the Grill Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meat, fish, vegetables, and other ingredients using the grill and fire-based cooking techniques.

You will take pride in achieving precise cooking temperatures, excellent flavour, and consistent presentation across every dish. Working closely with the wider kitchen team, you will ensure an efficient service while maintaining the highest standards of product quality, hygiene, and food safety.

This is an incredible opportunity for a passionate chef to develop their expertise in grilling and Italian cuisine within a dynamic and supportive luxury hospitality environment.

• Previous experience as a Grill Chef, Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie, or similar role within a high-end restaurant, Italian restaurant, or luxury hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of grilling, roasting, chargrilling, and fire-based cooking techniques.
• Experience cooking premium-quality meat, fish, seafood, and vegetables to precise temperatures and specifications.
• Excellent understanding of cooking times, temperatures, resting, seasoning, and portion control.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a strong focus on consistency, quality, and presentation.
• Strong mise en place and organisational skills, with the ability to maintain an efficient grill section throughout service.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to maintain high standards during busy and demanding services.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to get to know you better.

Join us at Il Gattopardo and help shape the future of luxury Italian hospitality — apply today and let’s create something extraordinary together!

Life is for the tasting. Make it La Dolce Vita with Il Gattopardo.

Do you have a passion for cooking over fire and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic culinary environment?

Launched in September 2023 in the heart of Mayfair, Il Gattopardo fuses Italy’s rich culinary heritage with the London way of life.

We are looking for a Grill Chef to join our team — someone passionate about high-quality ingredients, precision cooking, and delivering exceptional dishes. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside an experienced global culinary team and contribute to an outstanding dining experience.

At Il Gattopardo, we work with the finest ingredients and embrace vibrant hospitality, creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.

At the heart of the Il Gattopardo experience is people. We’re looking for individuals who can build genuine relationships with colleagues and guests and embody our warm, welcoming spirit.

Il Gattopardo is more than a workplace; it’s a place where everyone has a voice, where you’ll be seen, heard, and supported — a true home to thrive.

Whether you’re developing your culinary career or looking to elevate your grilling and cooking skills, Il Gattopardo will nurture your aspirations and provide the tools to help you reach your full potential.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of premium ingredients, fire and grill cooking techniques, and modern Italian cuisine while learning from an experienced culinary team.

We open our doors to passionate culinary professionals who share our love for modern Italian dining, delivering exceptional food and creating memorable moments for every guest.

Start a journey that can take you from the centre of Mayfair to exciting destinations worldwide, as well as across multiple brands in our extended family, offering progression, growth, and perks to match.

Life is for the tasting. Make it La Dolce Vita with Il Gattopardo.

In addition to the usual benefits, we also offer:

• Work-Life Balance: We genuinely care about your well-being and strive to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Staff Meals: Enjoy meals prepared with care by our talented chefs during your shift.
• Professional Uniform Provided: Feel and look the part with a uniform we supply for you or Management annual tailored suit allowance.
• Celebrate Your Birthday: Take an extra paid day off to make your special day even better.
• £500 Refer a Friend Bonus: Share the opportunity and earn a generous bonus when your recommendation joins our team.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Be part of a successful hospitality group that values your growth and invests in your future.

As the Grill Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meat, fish, vegetables, and other ingredients using the grill and fire-based cooking techniques.

You will take pride in achieving precise cooking temperatures, excellent flavour, and consistent presentation across every dish. Working closely with the wider kitchen team, you will ensure an efficient service while maintaining the highest standards of product quality, hygiene, and food safety.

This is an incredible opportunity for a passionate chef to develop their expertise in grilling and Italian cuisine within a dynamic and supportive luxury hospitality environment.

• Previous experience as a Grill Chef, Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie, or similar role within a high-end restaurant, Italian restaurant, or luxury hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of grilling, roasting, chargrilling, and fire-based cooking techniques.
• Experience cooking premium-quality meat, fish, seafood, and vegetables to precise temperatures and specifications.
• Excellent understanding of cooking times, temperatures, resting, seasoning, and portion control.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a strong focus on consistency, quality, and presentation.
• Strong mise en place and organisational skills, with the ability to maintain an efficient grill section throughout service.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to maintain high standards during busy and demanding services.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to get to know you better.

Join us at Il Gattopardo and help shape the future of luxury Italian hospitality — apply today and let’s create something extraordinary together!

Life is for the tasting. Make it La Dolce Vita with Il Gattopardo.