KOL

About KOL

KOL is the first restaurant from critically acclaimed chef patron Santiago Lastra. Championing seasonality, sustainability and an appreciation for wild ingredients, KOL’s menu overlays the techniques and heritage of Mexican cuisine with the landscape of Britain.

Since opening in 2020, KOL has been recognised internationally as one of London’s best restaurants, receiving accolades from the World’s 50 Best, Europe’s La Liste, and National Restaurant Awards. KOL was awarded one Michelin Star in 2022 and has maintained its position on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for three consecutive years.

From kitchen to floor, the KOL team brings curiosity, precision and attention to detail to everything we do. We look for like-minded individuals to join our focused, fast-paced team.

Workplace Culture

At KOL, we care deeply about what we do and how we do it. As a Michelin-starred restaurant, we work to KOL standards — high expectations, attention to detail and consistency in everything we deliver — but we’re just as focused on creating a place where people feel supported and love to work. 

It’s a team environment where people work closely together, take pride in their role and look out for each other. The pace is fast and the standards are high, but there’s a real sense of trust, warmth and shared purpose in how we show up every day.

We work a four-day week, and alongside this, we make sure the team feels looked after — with family meal every day, recognition through our Legend of the Month programme, discounts across all MJMK restaurants, extra holiday after your first year, and access to Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme for additional support when you need it. 

It’s a place where you can grow, build confidence and be part of something genuinely special.

Workplace Vibe

Workplace Perks