Kitchen Assistant - Ugly Dumpling - London

Hemma Social is a new independent family café and play space opening in East Village, Stratford, around 16–18 November. We serve good coffee, smoothies, bowls, warm flatbreads, sandwiches, cheesecake and food for children. We need a hands-on kitchen prep lead who can own morning prep and run safe, consistent lunch service in a compact café kitchen. You will plan and complete prep, prepare and finish menu items, manage stock rotation, labels, temperature checks, cleaning and allergens, and train colleagues who help in the kitchen. You will work closely with the café lead during busy lunches and birthday bookings. We are looking for experience running prep and service in a café, brunch kitchen, deli or similar small food operation. You should have sound food-safety and allergen knowledge, be able to work independently and be available for some weekends. The opening role is around 35–40 hours a week, mostly morning and daytime shifts, including weekends. Paid pre-opening setup is expected in early November. Base pay is £16–£17 per hour depending on relevant experience. Planned customer hours are Monday–Friday 08:00–18:00, Saturday 08:30–18:00 and Sunday 08:30–16:00; individual shifts will be shorter. Please apply through JOB TODAY with your work history, availability, earliest start date and a short note about the kitchen or section you have run. We can discuss reasonable interview adjustments.

We’re looking for a reliable, organised person to join the kitchen team at Tagelo, our new Roman style pizza shop opening soon in St John’s Wood. The role includes preparing ingredients and toppings, setting up and stocking the pizza station, preparing and baking pizzas to our recipes, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised. Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but specialist pizza making experience is not required. Full training will be provided. Full time and part time positions available.

We are looking for Commis Chef to join the team as part of CIPRIANI Family Full Time Commis Chef/ Chef De Partie (48 hours a week) Job Overview: We are seeking a passionate and motivated Commis Chef to join our culinary team. As a Commis Chef, you will work under the guidance of our experienced chefs, assisting in the preparation and cooking of dishes while learning valuable skills in a professional kitchen environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in the culinary arts. Key Responsibilities: • Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including chopping, peeling, and washing, according to the needs of the kitchen., • Support the kitchen team in cooking and assembling dishes during service, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of your workstation, following health and safety regulations., • Learn and adhere to all recipes, cooking methods, and kitchen procedures., • Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper stock rotation and inventory management., • Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely delivery of food., • Take part in kitchen training sessions and actively seek to improve your culinary skills., • Follow instructions from senior chefs and complete tasks efficiently and accurately., • Ensure that all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained in good working order. Qualifications: • A passion for cooking and a strong desire to develop a career in the culinary industry., • Previous experience in a kitchen environment is a plus, but not required., • Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure during busy service periods., • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work., • Excellent teamwork and communication skills., • Willingness to learn and take direction from senior chefs., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits: • Competitive salary based on experience., • Opportunities for career growth and development within the company., • Access to training and mentoring from experienced chefs., • Staff meals and other perks such as uniform provision Apply today and join us as a Commis Chef/Chef De Partie CIPRIANI Restaurant is one of the most popular and successful Restaurant in Central London. Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for the above position

We are looking for Chef de Partie to join the team as part of CIPRIANI Family Full Time Chef De Partie (48 hours a week) Job Overview: We are seeking a passionate and motivated Chef De Partie to join our culinary team. As a Chef De Partie, you will work under the guidance of our experienced chefs, assisting in the preparation and cooking of dishes while learning valuable skills in a professional kitchen environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in the culinary arts. Key Responsibilities: • Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including chopping, peeling, and washing, according to the needs of the kitchen., • Support the kitchen team in cooking and assembling dishes during service, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of your workstation, following health and safety regulations., • Learn and adhere to all recipes, cooking methods, and kitchen procedures., • Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper stock rotation and inventory management., • Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely delivery of food., • Take part in kitchen training sessions and actively seek to improve your culinary skills., • Follow instructions from senior chefs and complete tasks efficiently and accurately., • Ensure that all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained in good working order. Qualifications: • A passion for cooking and a strong desire to develop a career in the culinary industry., • Previous experience in a kitchen environment is a plus, but not required., • Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure during busy service periods., • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work., • Excellent teamwork and communication skills., • Willingness to learn and take direction from senior chefs., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits: • Competitive salary based on experience., • Opportunities for career growth and development within the company., • Access to training and mentoring from experienced chefs., • Staff meals and other perks such as uniform provision Apply today and join us as a Chef De Partie CIPRIANI Restaurant is one of the most popular and successful Restaurant in Central London. Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for the above position

WHO WE ARE Sonny's is a fully gluten free, dairy free and nut free fast-food brand, building the future of fast food. Built by a Coeliac, we exist to make eating on the go easy, safe and genuinely enjoyable for people who've spent too long worrying about cross-contamination. Everyone deserves to eat with peace of mind, without compromising on taste. We've opened a brand new unit in the popular and fast paced foodhall, Boxpark Shoreditch, and we're building a team who care as much as we do about getting this right for our customers. This is an exciting opportunity, at an early stage of our journey, with more opportunities to follow as we grow. We have celebrity endorsements and a very excited community who can't wait for us to open. We can’t wait to speak with you! WHAT YOU GET • Work-life balance - part time contract, • Competitive salary, plus bonuses, • Free staff meals on shift, • The chance to be part of a brand-new concept, • A role in an early-stage, mission-led business with more opportunities to follow as we grow THE ROLE We're looking for a Chef/Team Member who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced kitchen, while also being comfortable speaking with customers. This isn't a traditional kitchen-only position, as there'll be a mix of prep, cooking and customer facing moments as well as back-office admin including writing rotas, placing orders and stock/inventory control. Cooking experience is essential for this role and we'd love someone who is equally as happy to engage with members of the public and deliver great customer service. WHAT YOU'LL DO In the Kitchen • Prep and cook hot food to the Sonny's spec, • Maintain food safety and allergen control at all times, • Receiving and putting away deliveries On the Counter • Hand food to customers and answer questions with confidence about ingredients and allergens, • Represent Sonny's with warmth and care, especially with customers managing allergies, intolerances and dietary requirements, • Support the wider team wherever the shift needs you WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR • Cooking experience is essential, ideally in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Deep understanding of food allergens and dietary requirements, • Strong Food Safety knowledge (Level 2 Food Safety minimum), • Comfortable being both hands-on in the kitchen and customer facing, • Team player who stays calm and reliable under pressure, • Immediate start BONUS POINTS FOR • A passion for changing the gluten free and food allergy space, • Experience in a street food/foodhall or open-kitchen environment, • Previous customer-facing experience Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount

Pachamama Group was set up in October 2014 with a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe by doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. Soraya, Persian-inspired, arrives as a continuation of 971 Hospitality's world by Pachamama Group. Opening is due mid July 2026. This is your chance to take a part in an exciting new opening. At its heart, Soraya is about sharing. It offers guests an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the rich and vibrant flavours of Persian cuisine in an exquisite setting. Soraya's menu is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to delight and encourage communal feasting. Signature dishes such as Mast O Khair, Lamb Koobideh, Chicken Joujeh, and Ghaymeh Bedemjan highlight traditional Persian recipes, while innovative plates showcase the team's genius. Prepared with utmost precision, the succulent skewers of marinated meats and vegetables are served on meticulously chosen crockery and silverware that transport diners straight to the heart of Tehran. As our Head Pastry Chef, we except you to contribute to our mission of introducing inspiring hospitality concepts to the London restaurant scene and across the globe. Our philosophy is to do it our way and make the impossible possible. As an experienced Head Pastry Chef, we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant restaurant environment and hit the ground running, leveraging your proven skills and management expertise. The responsibilities would be familiar to you: • Prepare and produce desserts, pastry and bakery items to company recipes and standards., • Ensure consistent taste, texture, portioning and presentation., • Complete daily mise en place and ensure sufficient preparation for service., • Maintain excellent organisation and cleanliness of the pastry section., • Follow recipes, specifications and plating guides accurately., • Check quality, freshness and storage of all pastry ingredients., • Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements., • Control waste and use ingredients efficiently., • Follow FIFO, labelling, allergen and food-safety procedures., • Ensure all equipment is used correctly and maintained properly., • Support menu development, tastings and creation of new desserts., • Work closely with Head Chefs and the wider kitchen team., • Assist with training junior chefs and maintaining standards across the section., • Support other Pachamama Group restaurants when required. Requirements: • Previous experience in a pastry position within a quality restaurant or hospitality environment., • Strong pastry and dessert knowledge., • Good attention to detail and presentation., • Ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently., • Good organisation and time-management skills., • Understanding of food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene., • Ability to work calmly during busy services., • Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop., • Strong team player with good communication skills. For the Head Pastry Chef role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Full Service Charge distribution., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday for a full time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. As our Head Pastry Chef, we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best, we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.