Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Chef – TGI Fridays Location: Various UK Locations Contract: Part-Time/Full-Time | Evening and Weekend Availability Required Join the Cast at Fridays – Where Every Shift is a Showstopper Now Casting: Chefs Who Cook With Character You already know us.
The red and white stripes.
The buzz of the dining room.
The nostalgia, the stories, the unmistakable energy of a place where it’s always Friday.
From the invention of Loaded Potato Skins to the unmistakable flair of Fridays hospitality, we’ve always done things our way — bold, passionate, and full of flavour.
Now we’re looking for chefs who don’t just cook — they perform .
This Isn’t Just a Job – It’s Your Stage At TGI Fridays, we don’t just hire kitchen staff — we cast culinary showstoppers .
Whether you're on the grill, working the pass, or adding the finishing touch to one of our iconic dishes, every plate you serve is a performance — and every service is a standing ovation waiting to happen.
With us, you'll master your craft, bring your personality to the kitchen, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that rewards authenticity, teamwork, and flair.
If you bring the heat, we’ll bring the training, support, and career progression.
Your Role – On With The Show
- Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes with pride and pace
- Own your station and maintain the highest safety and hygiene standards
- Bring energy, confidence, and a collaborative spirit to every service
- Add flair to the menu — from our classic burgers and ribs to our signature sides
- Support and uplift your crew, keeping the kitchen vibe strong
- Stay composed under pressure — because the audience is always hungry
- Take part in hands-on training, nationally recognised chef apprenticeships, and ongoing development opportunities
Evening and weekend availability is essential. This is when the lights go up, and the magic happens. Backstage Perks
- 100% of your gratuities go straight to you — no deductions
- Time and a half paid after 48 hours
- Weekly pay — every Friday
- Nationally recognised qualifications and skills training
- Chef and kitchen apprenticeships available to all team members
- 50% off food for you and up to five friends or family
- Unlimited soft drinks during shifts
- Team events for US holidays like the 4th of July and Thanksgiving
- Performance-based incentives, recognition, and surprise rewards
- Wagestream access — manage your earnings in real time
- Pension scheme and 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
- Wellbeing support through Hospitality Action
- Refer-a-Friend scheme
- Long service rewards and team VIP recognition
Please note: TRONC payments average an additional £1.25/hour, depending on location. Who We Are We’re proud to celebrate every stripe — whatever makes you, you.
Inclusion and individuality are at the heart of Fridays. Our “Pridays” programme and inclusive initiatives support LGBTQ+ rights, gender equity, accessibility, and more. We believe you shouldn’t have to fit in — you should feel like you belong .
“No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.” – P.T. Barnum
Ready to Join the Show? If you're over school-leaving age and ready to be part of a cast where craft meets celebration, teamwork becomes theatre, and joy takes centre stage — step into the kitchen.
Lights up. Curtain call. Chef coats on. Apply now — and let’s make some theatre (and a little mess).
About TGI Fridays UK
TGI Fridays first opened in New York in 1965 with flowing cocktails and charismatic bartenders wearing red and white stripes and making every night feel like a Friday.
Over 55 years later, our vision is to make TGI Fridays famous again by proudly celebrating our heritage and serving freshly made-to-order dishes from top-quality ingredients and vibrant, classic cocktails full of energy and theatre. All this is complemented by iconic TGI Fridays service and a spirit of generosity from a team who celebrate the values of pride, passion and personality on a daily basis.
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Chef – TGI Fridays Location: Various UK Locations Contract: Part-Time/Full-Time | Evening and Weekend Availability Required Join the Cast at Fridays – Where Every Shift is a Showstopper Now Casting: Chefs Who Cook With Character You already know us.
The red and white stripes.
The buzz of the dining room.
The nostalgia, the stories, the unmistakable energy of a place where it’s always Friday.
From the invention of Loaded Potato Skins to the unmistakable flair of Fridays hospitality, we’ve always done things our way — bold, passionate, and full of flavour.
Now we’re looking for chefs who don’t just cook — they perform .
This Isn’t Just a Job – It’s Your Stage At TGI Fridays, we don’t just hire kitchen staff — we cast culinary showstoppers .
Whether you're on the grill, working the pass, or adding the finishing touch to one of our iconic dishes, every plate you serve is a performance — and every service is a standing ovation waiting to happen.
With us, you'll master your craft, bring your personality to the kitchen, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that rewards authenticity, teamwork, and flair.
If you bring the heat, we’ll bring the training, support, and career progression.
Your Role – On With The Show
- Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes with pride and pace
- Own your station and maintain the highest safety and hygiene standards
- Bring energy, confidence, and a collaborative spirit to every service
- Add flair to the menu — from our classic burgers and ribs to our signature sides
- Support and uplift your crew, keeping the kitchen vibe strong
- Stay composed under pressure — because the audience is always hungry
- Take part in hands-on training, nationally recognised chef apprenticeships, and ongoing development opportunities
Evening and weekend availability is essential. This is when the lights go up, and the magic happens. Backstage Perks
- 100% of your gratuities go straight to you — no deductions
- Time and a half paid after 48 hours
- Weekly pay — every Friday
- Nationally recognised qualifications and skills training
- Chef and kitchen apprenticeships available to all team members
- 50% off food for you and up to five friends or family
- Unlimited soft drinks during shifts
- Team events for US holidays like the 4th of July and Thanksgiving
- Performance-based incentives, recognition, and surprise rewards
- Wagestream access — manage your earnings in real time
- Pension scheme and 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
- Wellbeing support through Hospitality Action
- Refer-a-Friend scheme
- Long service rewards and team VIP recognition
Please note: TRONC payments average an additional £1.25/hour, depending on location. Who We Are We’re proud to celebrate every stripe — whatever makes you, you.
Inclusion and individuality are at the heart of Fridays. Our “Pridays” programme and inclusive initiatives support LGBTQ+ rights, gender equity, accessibility, and more. We believe you shouldn’t have to fit in — you should feel like you belong .
“No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.” – P.T. Barnum
Ready to Join the Show? If you're over school-leaving age and ready to be part of a cast where craft meets celebration, teamwork becomes theatre, and joy takes centre stage — step into the kitchen.
Lights up. Curtain call. Chef coats on. Apply now — and let’s make some theatre (and a little mess).
About TGI Fridays UK
TGI Fridays first opened in New York in 1965 with flowing cocktails and charismatic bartenders wearing red and white stripes and making every night feel like a Friday.
Over 55 years later, our vision is to make TGI Fridays famous again by proudly celebrating our heritage and serving freshly made-to-order dishes from top-quality ingredients and vibrant, classic cocktails full of energy and theatre. All this is complemented by iconic TGI Fridays service and a spirit of generosity from a team who celebrate the values of pride, passion and personality on a daily basis.