Vanda's Kitchen

Summary of Position The Kitchen Cook owns the readiness and execution of the sides/sauce section and leads assigned Kitchen Helpers. The role converts prep requirements into a ready section, executes fries, sauce and sides exactly to current standards, protects equipment and food-safety controls, and maintains accurate waste/IMS records through close. Key Performance Areas (KPAs) · Section Readiness & Prep · Sides, Fries & Sauce Execution · Equipment & Food Safety · Par, Waste & Inventory Control · Kitchen Helper Leadership & Close Duties & Responsibilities Section Readiness & Prep · Own section readiness and achieve the approved T-60 prep/par standard; surface shortages early. · Execute sides, fries, sauce and section products exactly to the current Recipe Bible/PPM with no unauthorized substitution. Sides, Fries & Sauce Execution · Maintain sauce at the approved 82-85°C operating target and never plate below 80°C. · Maintain rolling fries/sides par through service to prevent avoidable stock-out without overproduction. Equipment & Food Safety · Start and check section equipment safely, record actual readings and escalate faults; never self-repair. · Operate the fryer within the approved 170-180°C range and follow the current oil- quality/TPM trigger. · Maintain FIFO, labels, allergen controls and approved hot/cold holding. Par, Waste & Inventory Control · Record exact waste and IMS truth and complete approved VITO/oil/section-close responsibilities. Kitchen Helper Leadership & Close · Direct and check Kitchen Helper work, coach to the approved standard and escalate repeated or serious gaps. · Coordinate with Kitchen Manager and Grill Master and respect the Kitchen Manager's final technical/pass authority. Additional Responsibilities & Reporting · Undertake responsibilities assigned by the Direct Supervisor. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) · Section meets the T-60 prep/par readiness standard. · Sauce operates at 82-85°C and is never plated below 80°C. · Fryer operates at 170-180°C and oil-quality/TPM controls are followed. · Fries/sides par is maintained without avoidable stock-out or unnecessary overproduction. · Waste/IMS records are exact and Kitchen Helpers are coached and checked to standard. · Equipment faults are stopped/escalated; no unauthorized self-repair occurs. Qualifications · For internal progression, complete the Kitchen Helper pathway and approved Kitchen Cook Development Plan; external candidates require equivalent section experience. · Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, basic inventory/waste controls and section organization. · Be able to perform basic calculations and work with the approved kitchen systems. · Complete current Kitchen Cook practical certification before independent section ownership. Core Competencies · Leadership & Coaching - Sets clear expectations, develops people and corrects execution in real time. · Decision Making & Judgment - Makes timely decisions using facts, standards and published authority. · Operational Discipline - Protects the operating rhythm, evidence and controls under pressure. · Communication & Collaboration - Creates clear handovers and strong cross-role coordination. · Problem Solving - Finds root causes, assigns corrective action and distinguishes local from systemic issues. · Accountability & Integrity - Owns outcomes and maintains truthful records, escalation and follow-through. Technical Skills Strong practical knowledge of sides, fries, sauce, fryer/hot-holding controls, FIFO, IMS/waste and section leadership. Current Kitchen Cook certification is required before independent section ownership. Where It Leads Kitchen Cook (you are here) > Grill Master (next) > Kitchen Manager > Assistant Restaurant Manager > Restaurant Manager To earn Grill Master: · Assignment Policy: Complete at least one year as a Kitchen Cook before permanent progression unless an approved People OS exception applies; complete the 3-month Grill Master Development Plan. · Swiss Butter Academy: Maintain current Kitchen Cook certification and complete Grill Master learning, practical assessment and certification before independent grill duty. · Performance: Meet the published People OS promotion performance gate for the relevant cycle. · Dual 80 Principle: Demonstrate at least 80% readiness against the destination-role Responsibility Register, with a named successor at least 80% ready against your current role where a permanent promotion is involved. · Culture: Hold current culture-gate evidence and demonstrate the 5 H's consistently: hunger, hustle, humility, hardiness, heart. · Role Availability & Approval: The destination role must be approved/open and the verified promotion or transfer pack must receive the required approval.

🇮🇹 Cerchiamo te, se… …non cucini solo con le mani, ma anche con il cuore. In questo ristorante italiano autentico, ogni piatto parla di tradizione, passione e precisione. We’re now looking for a Pasta & Pizza Chef with deep knowledge of fresh pasta techniques, flours, dough timing, and traditional Italian pizzas. Someone proud of their craft, who values quality over shortcuts and respects the time-honored methods of Italian cuisine. 🍕 What you’ll do Prepare fresh pasta from scratch (tagliatelle, ravioli, gnocchi, etc.) Master dough fermentation, stretching, and baking for traditional Italian pizzas Collaborate with a tight-knit kitchen team that cares about every detail Work clean, organized, and always with passion 🌱 Our Work Culture ✅ Authentic Italian environment – no shortcuts, just quality ✅ Monthly performance-based bonuses (professionalism, passion, teamwork) ✅ Leadership that respects and supports the team ✅ Growth potential – we train and promote from within ✅ No early mornings or late-night shifts – open approx. 11:00–22:00 ✅ Wine & food tasting for every new team member to understand the menu

Common Pizza - New York City & Detroit Style, Open-Air Pizza Restaurant In Clapham CommonA laid-back, open-air hangout serving thin-crust NYC pizzas & deep-pan Detroit pies + mac balls, towering dough bites, drinks and music.We are looking for a pizza chef to join our team, who has a passion for pizza & working in a team.We are located in the middle of Clapham Common, with an open kitchen pass onto a full out-door seated restaurant. This is a very cool place to work! • Neighbourhood Location - No need to travel into Central!, • 28 Days Holiday, • 50% Discount - When dining with us with your friends/family, • Free Team Food - On all shifts, • Pension Scheme, • A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In - We really do care about our people! Apply Now!

Fantastic opportunity + Family culture + Staff discounts + Free meals + Paid holidays + Birthday gift + Referral bonus

Chef de Partie – MOI, SohoMOI is looking for a passionate and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in Soho.MOI is a contemporary restaurant focused on open-fire cooking, Japanese-inspired dishes and high-quality seasonal ingredients.We’re looking for someone who: • Has experience in a quality, fast-paced restaurant kitchen, • Is passionate about food and keen to develop their skills, • Has strong attention to detail and consistency, • Works well as part of a team, • Is organised, reliable and comfortable during busy services, • Has an interest in open-fire and Japanese-inspired cooking What we offer: • Competitive salary, • Full-time position, • Staff meals, • Training and development, • Opportunity to grow within the group, • A creative and ambitious kitchen environment Location: Soho, LondonPosition: Full-time – Chef de PartieIf you’re interested, please apply with your CV

Commis Chef - NEW OPENING Lenny's London £14 to £14.51 per hour (dependent on experience) Full time Commis Chef - Lenny's - MJMK Restaurants KOL · Fonda · AngloThai · Luso · Casa do Frango · New Openings (2 Michelin stars, World's 50 Best Restaurants) £14 to £14.50 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, site based, WC2E, London Lenny’s is a new pizzeria on Henrietta Street in Covent Garden, from Max Lewis and MJMK Restaurants. The result of Max’s extensive travels to New Haven, Connecticut, it is built around pizzas that are crispy, chewy and charred, a revival of his much-loved pop-up now finding a permanent home in the heart of Covent Garden. We’re building the opening team now. We're looking for a Commis Chef to join the opening kitchen team at Lenny's, learning the ropes of a busy, quality-led kitchen from the ground up. You'll support the section chefs in keeping every pizza and dish consistent, service after service. This role suits someone early in their career who's keen to learn, takes instruction well, and wants to build a career in professional kitchens. You'll work closely with the Junior Sous Chef and Sous Chef, picking up skills and setting the standard for the future. This is a hands-on, section-focused role, full of energy from the moment the doors open. Key Responsibilities • Support section chefs with prep, cooking and plating throughout service., • Learn and follow Lenny's recipes and specs so every dish is consistent., • Keep your section clean, organised and stocked throughout the shift., • Support with deliveries, stock rotation and storage., • Follow food safety and allergen procedures on every shift., • Support with cleaning down and closing checks at the end of service. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone ready to build a career in professional kitchens. You will bring: • Some experience working in a professional kitchen, even if informal., • A genuine passion for food and a real willingness to learn., • The ability to follow instructions and recipes precisely., • A calm head and good pace under pressure during busy services., • A team-first attitude and willingness to help wherever needed., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and festive periods. What We Offer • 50% team discount across all MJMK restaurants., • Up to £500 team referral bonus., • Opportunity to grow within one of London's most ambitious hospitality groups., • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year with us., • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days., • Mental health and well-being assistance via Hospitality Action, offering free advice and counselling., • Enhanced pension contributions after 5 years with us., • Anniversary scheme reward for every year you're with us. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants owns and operates a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair, our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra, and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025. We're building ambitious restaurant brands with a focus on quality, creativity and guest experience, and we're just getting started.