Chef/cook - Lily's

🍕 HEAD PIZZA CHEF WANTED – HACKNEY WICK 🍕 Join the team at Made in Puglia – where passion meets pizza. We’re on the hunt for a talented Pizza Head Chef to take the lead in our Hackney Wick location. If you're experienced, motivated, and ready to grow with a fast-moving, expanding brand — this is your moment. 🔥 What We Offer: £16–£18 per hour, depending on experience 45 hours/week contract 28 days paid holiday per year Monthly performance bonuses Referral bonuses – get rewarded when you bring great people in A clear growth path with real opportunities for advancement as we continue expanding 👨‍🍳 What We’re Looking For: • A skilled Pizza Chef with strong experiencewith neapolitan style pizza and a deep passion for Italian food, • A true kitchen leader – able to train, motivate, and manage a team, • Someone who keeps the kitchen clean, organised, and running like clockwork, • Confident in making weekly rotas and managing food orders, • A proactive mindset and someone ready to grow with us long-term 🧑‍🍳 About Us: We’re Made in Puglia, a growing pizza brand that started in 2021 out of a food truck. From those humble beginnings, we’ve opened kitchens in Hackney, Vauxhall, and Tooting – and we’re still growing. We believe in rewarding hard work and giving real opportunities to our team. 📍 Location: Hackney Wick 📅 Start Date: beginning of september 💼 Employment Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about pizzas? Do you have what it takes to join a dynamic team in our pizza and cocktail bar? We are seeking an experienced and team-oriented individual to join us as a Pizza Chef. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook gourmet pizzas, ensuring high quality and consistency Assist in organizing and maintaining the kitchen, including inventory management and food stock rotation Collaborate with the Head Chef and other team members to create new pizza recipes and develop innovative ideas Monitor food levels and ensure efficient use of ingredients to minimize waste Adhere to all health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and organized work environment Contribute to a positive and energetic atmosphere, working collaboratively with the team to provide exceptional service to our customers Requirements: Proven experience as a Pizza Chef, with a strong knowledge of dough stretching, pizza topping, and oven management Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, maintaining consistency and quality during busy periods Knowledge of different types of pizzas and various cooking techniques is essential Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail Positive and energetic attitude, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends If you possess the desired skills and qualifications and are excited about joining our new venture, we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for growth and development. We look forward to welcoming a talented and enthusiastic Pizza Chef to our team in Hackney Wick!

Looking for a tandoori and naan chef for our expanding kitchen. Needs be well versed in the preparation of the following: 1) Different types of naans i.e. butter naan, chilli naan, garlic naan, Kashmiri naan etc 2) Different types of tandoori i.e. Amritsari tikka, Hariyali paneer tikka, paneer sheekh kebab, paneer tikka etc Minimum 5 years experience.

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team. The Chef will be responsible for planning and preparing meals, managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and presentation, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. The ideal candidate will be creative, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards. Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation. Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and plating. Manage and train kitchen staff, delegating tasks effectively. Monitor inventory, order supplies, and control food costs to minimize waste. Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations. Collaborate with management to plan menus, events, and catering needs. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. Handle special dietary requests and adjust dishes as required. Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience as a Chef. Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Knowledge of food safety regulations. Working Conditions: Fast-paced kitchen environment. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required. Standing for long periods and working with heat and sharp tools. Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience. Opportunities for career growth and development. Meals and staff discounts.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our team in a traditional Italian restaurant. Responsibilities: Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations Supervise and train kitchen staff Ensure dishes meet our high-quality standards and authentic Italian flavors Maintain cleanliness, organization, and compliance with health & safety regulations Contribute to menu planning and seasonal specials Requirements: Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in Italian cuisine Strong leadership and organizational skills Knowledge of traditional Italian cooking techniques and ingredients Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays If you have a passion for Italian food and the skills to match, we’d love to hear from you.

We need a prep chef from 9 -5pm during the week and a possible 1 double shift on a saturday.

Chef needed for Chinese takeaway located on East Ham High Street. Close to East Ham train station.

Discover Soul Mama, an immersive dining and music experience blending the vibrant culinary traditions of Africa, the Caribbean, and South America. Listed in the Evening Standard’s "Top Restaurants to Look Forward to" is one of the fastest growing restaurant brands in the country‚ serving the best of Caribbean food, fine wine and featuring world class shows. Due to expansion we are looking for great chefs of all levels to be part of our growing family unit. -up to £18.00 per hour Depending on experience -Busy Iconic Restaurant and Cocktail Bar -40 for lunch, 120+ for dinner -Full & Part time positions available -Set In the Iconic Gantry Hotel in Stratford -40/45 hours per week -Excellent opportunities to progress into management. -Discount on restaurant dining for up to 4 covers. -Free freshly cooked meals on duty. -Pleasant working environment with low staff turnover. -Opportunities to train and work with with What Soul Mama is looking for; -Great Chefs of all levels who are passionate and career driven. -Previous experience working in busy upmarket establishments. -The ideal chef will have at least 2 years experience in a busy fresh food restaurant -A chef that is well organised and can work well within a large team. -Someone who has a stable employment history. -A chef with some knowledge of Caribbean & African cuisine.