The PEARL - FISH RESTAURANT

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Now Hiring: Senior Sous Chef (2 Positions Available) Location: ODA UPMINSTER Type: Full-Time Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE) | Paid Fortnightly Hours: 50 hours per week Are you a seasoned culinary professional ready to step into a senior leadership role? We are currently seeking two experienced Senior Sous Chefs to join our dynamic kitchen team at ODA upminster, a modern and ambitious restaurant known for high standards, seasonal menus, and a passion for quality. **What We're Looking For:** - Minimum 8 years’ experience in a professional kitchen - Proven track record in high-end or high-volume dining - Strong leadership, organisation, and training skills - In-depth understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and cost control - Passion for food innovation and maintaining consistency in service **What We Offer:** - Competitive salary (£40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience) - Paid fortnightly - Full-time permanent contract - Supportive and forward-thinking kitchen culture - Opportunity to influence menu development and team growth **Responsibilities:** - Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations - Lead and train junior chefs - Maintain high standards of hygiene and quality control - Help manage stock levels, orders, and kitchen efficiency - Assist in menu planning and new dish creating

Job Title: Confectioner Number of Positions Required: 1 (One) Employment Type: Full-time Place of work: 24 Rowallen Parade Green Lane, Dagenham, Essex, United Kingdom, RM8 1XU Salary: £38700 per annum Key Duties of the required job role: Given the highly specialised nature of traditional South Asian confectionery preparation, the engagement of a professionally trained Confectioner is essential to the continued success and cultural authenticity of our client’s business (Shirin Mahal Sweets and Bakers Ltd). Our client submits that the business specialises in artisan-quality sweets and desserts that require precise preparation techniques, traditional recipes, and skilled craftsmanship. This role is central to ensuring that product quality remains consistent and that the business can respond effectively to growing customer demand. The appointment of a full-time Confectioner will support both day-to-day operations and long-term growth by enhancing production capacity, ensuring product variety, and upholding hygiene and presentation standards. The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in delivering premium quality mithai and bakery items that are core to the company’s reputation and commercial offering. Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Accurately measure and weigh ingredients in accordance with traditional recipes for South Asian sweets and baked items. 2. Mix ingredients manually or using machinery to achieve the required consistency for items such as barfi, gulab jamun, jalebi, laddoo, and rusks (Asian sweets). 3. Prepare and shape dough for traditional bakery items including buns and naan khatai, using appropriate rolling, kneading, and moulding techniques. 4. Bake a variety of sweets and pastries while ensuring proper temperature control and consistency across batches. 5. Apply decorative finishes such as sugarwork, nuts, edible foil (varq), glazes, or icing on finished products in line with cultural presentation styles. 6. Monitor product quality throughout preparation and baking processes to ensure adherence to company and hygiene standards. 7. Innovate new product variations and seasonal specials aligned with customer preferences and cultural celebrations. 8. Maintain cleanliness of workstations and equipment, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations at all times. Required Skills and Qualifications: 1. Minimum GCSE-level education or equivalent 2. Good command of spoken and written English 3. At least 1 year of experience in a similar culinary role 4. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent 5. Knowledge of traditional South Asian sweets and savoury preparation techniques 6. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment 7. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality 8. Ability to supervise and support junior kitchen staff 9. Understanding of kitchen health and safety procedures

Roots & Wholeslice are looking for a passionate chef who has sous chef or ideally head chef experience and has great leadership qualities. We have been going since 2015 and have grown a wonderful following of people who love our food, we pride ourselves on making all our food in house whether it be sauces, dressings, marinates to pastries, french toast and pancakes. We are looking for someone to come on aboard and help take us to the next level again with even more creative dishes focusing on making every in house. We are looking to launch a Roots by night menu to run alongside our ever growing pizza arm of the business and need help building that menu of which we have a few fan favourites. We need a leader who can come on board to help improve and train our current passionate team, someone who has experience in busy environments and someone looking for a new challenge and keen to put their own stamp on things. If you feel this role is for you please apply below. Passionate for food since 2015, brunch by day, pizza by night.

Bow Bells Café, a busy and friendly family-run café in Romford Shopping Hall, is looking for a reliable, fast-working Kitchen Service Staff member to join our team. In this role, you’ll take the lead in the kitchen on your working days — preparing and serving hot food quickly and efficiently, managing food prep, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised. You’ll also work closely with the front-of-house team to make sure all food items go out together and on time. You don’t need to be a qualified chef, but you must have a good understanding of food and be confident handling a busy kitchen environment. What you’ll be doing: - Cooking and plating hot breakfast and lunch items to order - Leading on food prep (e.g. peeling, chopping, making soups and basic dishes) - Writing stock and prep lists and managing supplies - Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and hygienic - Communicating with front-of-house staff to coordinate food going out together - Supporting with general cleaning and washing up We’re looking for someone who: - Has experience working in a busy kitchen (preferred) - Has a good understanding of food and kitchen routines - Works quickly and stays calm under pressure - Has a high standard of personal hygiene and is clean and presentable - Is reliable, punctual, and self-motivated - Communicates clearly and works well with others - Understands and follows basic food hygiene and safety practices Why work with us? Bow Bells Café is a small, family-run business with a loyal customer base and a strong team atmosphere. You’ll be a key part of what makes our café run smoothly — helping us serve good food, fast, and with care.

Angus Doner Full–time and Part-time Job description Job Overview We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated food servers& Shop Manager to join our vibrant team at Angus Doner grill haus. As a key member of our hospitality environment, you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our guests while ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. Your role will involve preparing and serving beverages, assisting with food servi... Show full description Report this listing Angus Doner Grill Chef Angus Doner • via JobToday Full–time and Part-time No Degree Mentioned Job description This is an amazing opportunity for a Grill Chef looking to develop his career! - Working across different sections of the kitchen, you'll be responsible for Grill, Starters, Sides, Sauces, etc - Providing proactive service to the customers and willingness to assist with all aspects of the kitchen and to learn areas you are not familiar with. - Engaging with the kitchen team and the FOH team fully. - Learning, developing and progressing along with the business. In order to be considered for this job, applicants must: - Currently (or previously), work as a Chef or Kitchen Assistant - Passionate about cooking great fresh food, loving hospitality, and the industry; - Have a great teamwork ethic - Have a good understanding of : kitchen basics, hygiene, safety, following recipes, and working in a busy environment Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Permanent Pay: From £250.00 per week Schedule: • 11 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Night shift • Overtime Experience: • Chef: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: Goodmayes and Gants Hill

Looking to hire BBQ Event Staff – Brentwood, Essex – Sunday 20th April Hi there, I’m looking to hire experienced BBQ event staff for a private garden party in Brentwood. This is a children’s birthday party with around 30 guests, so professionalism and friendliness are key. I’m ideally looking for someone to assist the chef with cooking, cleaning, and serving BBQ food throughout the event. What I’m after: Support with BBQ food prep and cooking (jerk chicken, burgers, sausages, veg, etc.) Serving food to guests and maintaining a clean serving area Cleaning up before, during, and after food service Professional, polite, and well-presented Must wear all black attire (smart but comfortable) Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Certificate (preferred) Valid DBS Certificate preferred (as this is a children’s party) Rate: £20 per hour This is a self-employed role – you’ll be responsible for managing your own tax and NI. Please respond with your availability, experience, and any photos or reviews from previous events.