In 2015, we started with a simple idea: to create a platform where chefs and employers could easily connect in an industry known for its high-pressure environment and constant demand for talent. Little did we know that idea would evolve into Only Chefs—now celebrating 10 incredible years as one of the UK’s leading chef job boards.
The culinary world has seen immense change since our founding year. Back in 2015, the industry was buzzing with the rise of street food, pop-up restaurants, and innovative food trends that pushed boundaries. We launched at a time when finding the right opportunity or talent often meant navigating a maze of word-of-mouth referrals or scattered online listings. That’s where Only Chefs stepped in—to simplify the process and bring clarity to chef recruitment.
Over the past decade, we’ve witnessed the highs and lows of this dynamic industry. From supporting chefs as they navigated the uncertainty of the pandemic to addressing ongoing issues like mental health, staff shortages, and work-life balance, our commitment to helping chefs and employers has never wavered.
Looking back to 2015, we could never have imagined the incredible growth we’d achieve. Today, Only Chefs is more than just a job board—it’s a community. Through initiatives like the upcoming Only Chefs Podcast and our partnerships with international talent agencies, we’ve created a space where chefs can not only find their next opportunity but also (hopefully) find inspiration and support.
As we celebrate this 10-year milestone, we want to thank everyone who has been part of our journey. To the chefs, employers, and partners who believed in us back in 2015 and to those who joined us along the way—thank you for making Only Chefs what it is today.
Here’s to the past decade and an exciting future ahead. Together, let’s keep pushing the industry forward.
— The Only Chefs Team