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Matthews Kitchen is looking for chef position ! 🐟 CHEF WANTED – MATTHEW’S KITCHEN SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 👨‍🍳 Matthew’s Kitchen Seafood Restaurant in Whetstone, North London (N20) is looking for an experienced Chef to join our team. We are looking for someone with 3+ years of professional kitchen experience, who has strong knowledge and experience in: 🐟 Preparing and cooking fresh fish🔥 Grilling fish and seafood to a high standard🦐 Working with different types of seafood🍽️ Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation👨‍🍳 Working efficiently in a busy professional kitchen If you are passionate about fish and seafood and have the experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! 📍 Matthew’s Kitchen, 1288–1290 High Road, Whetstone, London N20 9HJ

We are looking for a passionate and experienced South Indian Chef to join the kitchen team at MTR 1924. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of traditional South Indian vegetarian cuisine, excellent culinary skills and the ability to maintain consistent quality during busy service periods. The role will involve preparing authentic South Indian dishes, developing new recipes, supporting menu innovation and ensuring that all food is prepared to a high standard of taste, presentation and hygiene. • Prepare authentic South Indian dishes, including dosas, idlis, vadas, sambars, chutneys, curries, rice dishes, snacks and traditional sweets., • Demonstrate knowledge of regional cuisines such as Udupi, Mangalorean, Chettinad and Konkan cooking., • Maintain the authentic flavours, techniques and presentation of South Indian cuisine.

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes consistently, following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Key responsibilities include: • Organising mise en place and keeping your section fully stocked for service, • Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistent standard, • Working efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality, • Communicating clearly with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Following food safety, allergen control, hygiene and cleaning procedures, • Maintaining an organised workstation and using equipment safely, • Supporting the wider kitchen team and helping with deliveries, storage and stock rotation Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred. You should have strong practical cooking skills, good attention to detail, a reliable and professional approach, and the ability to work calmly as part of a busy team. Flexibility to work agreed shifts, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Chef – Dan & Decarlo (East Finchley) We’re looking for a reliable and experienced chef to work temporarily while covering holidays & recruitment procedures at Dan & Decarlo, a busy independent coffee shop / cafe in East Finchley. At Dan & Decarlo we pride ourself on serving the very best traditional breakfasts, and sandwiches, alongside our speciality coffee, pastries, and cakes. This position is working on a weekly basis with weekly payments, your position is to maintain high standards, and keep service running smoothly day to day along with opening / closing checks aswell as strict food safety procedures. The Role: You will be responsible for preparing dishes to company spec, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all areas of your responsibility while working closely with the front of house team so service runs as smooth as possible. This is a customer facing role working in an open kitchen so great hygiene, and advanced English speaking is required. £14.50 per hour + cash & card tips (card tips are paid monthly) Requirements • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Chef role, • Immediate start, • Strong team mentality and organisational skills, • Level 2 food hygiene certificate, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance, • Reliable, proactive, and hands-on approach If you’re someone who takes pride in their work, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short introduction of your experiences and your current location.

Grill chef Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Grill Chef to lead our grilling and food preparation team with enthusiasm and expertise. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of grill station operations, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and efficiency. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver outstanding culinary experiences, uphold food safety standards, and maintain a vibrant, energetic kitchen environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary professional eager to showcase their skills in a fast-paced hospitality setting. Responsibilities Lead and supervise the grill station team, fostering a positive and motivated work environment Oversee food production processes, ensuring all grilled dishes meet high standards of quality and presentation Manage food preparation tasks efficiently, coordinating with kitchen staff to meet service demands Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards across all grilling activities Develop and implement innovative grilling techniques and menu items to enhance customer satisfaction Train team members on proper cooking methods, food handling, and safety procedures Maintain inventory levels for grilling ingredients and equipment, minimizing waste and controlling costs Requirements Proven supervising experience in a busy kitchen or restaurant environment, preferably in a leadership role within hospitality or culinary settings Strong background in food production, cooking techniques, and food preparation specific to grilling methods Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff members Extensive kitchen experience with a focus on culinary excellence in grilling and food service operations Knowledge of food safety protocols, hygiene standards, and restaurant health regulations Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently under pressure Prior experience in hospitality or restaurant settings is highly desirable Ability to serve as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, and customer-focused service Join us as our Head Grill Chef and bring your passion for grilling to life! Lead your team with energy, inspire culinary innovation, and create memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back. We are committed to supporting your growth as a leader in the vibrant world of hospitality. Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person

Chef de Partie – School 📍 School setting 💷 £20 per hour 📅 Start tomorrow 🔐 DBS required We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join a school kitchen. You’ll be responsible for managing your section, preparing and cooking food to a high standard, following food safety and hygiene procedures, and supporting the wider kitchen team. Requirements: • Previous Chef de Partie experience, • Experience working in a professional kitchen, • DBS required for this school role, • Good food hygiene and safety knowledge, • Reliable and available to start tomorrow