Chef - Aarvion Foods Ltd - Watford

Creative sous or assistant chef wanted for a tapas restaurant in Apsley lock,Hemel Hempstead must be able to work as a team , listen to instruction, work from the heart

We're looking for a pasta chef who is well-versed in the Italian menu as soon as possible.

Are you a culinary visionary with a passion for leadership and soul-satisfying food? We are looking for an inspiring Head Chef to lead our kitchen and help Coco reach new heights! As the heartbeat of our back-of-house, you’ll be responsible for maintaining our high standards and keeping the kitchen fire burning bright. What You’ll Do: • Lead the Line: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring every plate that leaves the pass is perfect., • Menu Mastermind: Work on seasonal menu development and daily specials that keep our guests coming back., • Kitchen Captain: Mentor, train, and inspire a talented kitchen team to work with precision and speed., • The Bottom Line: Manage inventory, food costs, and supplier relationships to ensure the kitchen is as efficient as it is creative., • Proven Leader: Extensive experience in a senior kitchen role within a fast-paced environment., • Cool Under Fire: You thrive during a busy service and lead by example, never losing your "zen.", • Creative Flair: A deep understanding of flavours, presentation, and culinary trends., • Competitive Salary: £35k – £45k (dependent on experience) + performance bonuses., • Creative Freedom: A real voice in the direction of our menu and kitchen culture., • The Coco Perks: Complimentary staff meals, uniform allowance, and team social events., • Growth: A seat at the table in a rapidly growing business.

Looking for someone to be part of our team .

A Tandoor Chef is responsible for preparing and cooking traditional tandoori dishes using a clay oven (tandoor). The role requires expertise in marination, grilling, and baking items such as naan, kebabs, and tandoori meats while maintaining high food quality, hygiene, and kitchen safety standards.

About The Bull Pen The Bull Pen is entering an exciting new chapter, with a renewed focus on seasonal cooking, quality ingredients, and a relaxed dining experience. Under new kitchen leadership, we’re rebuilding the brigade and creating a supportive, ambitious environment where chefs can grow. The Role As Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for running your section during service, supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering consistent, high-quality food. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys cooking from scratch and working as part of a close-knit team. Key responsibilities • Running your section efficiently during service, • Preparing and cooking dishes to spec and standards, • Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, • Assisting with prep, stock control, and minimising waste, • Supporting junior chefs and working collaboratively across sections, • Contributing ideas to menu development when appropriate What we’re looking for • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up, • Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients, • Calm, reliable approach during service, • Good organisational skills and attention to detail, • A positive attitude and willingness to learn What we offer • Competitive salary (DOE), • Daytime-focused service (with occasional events), • Supportive leadership and a positive kitchen culture, • Opportunities for progression and development, • Tronc/tips scheme