53 Lexington Street, Carnaby, W1F 9AS, London
Restaurant group • More than 250 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since September, 2024
JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within a casual trend-focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people-focus
SENIOR BARTENDER - THE HOUND - JKS PUBS NEW PROJECTS Salary - Up to £14.50ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a quality Bar or Pub JKS are seeking a Senior Bartender to join their new opening, The Hound, in Chiswick. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. JKS Pubs Group The Cadogan Arms Voted in the UK's Top 50 Gastro Pubs The Cadogan Arms is a much-loved Chelsea institution, restored to its former glory with a renovation that pays homage to the public house’s two centuries spent serving the local community. Comprising a bustling ground floor bar, an opulent dining room, and downstairs space ‘The Rose Room’. The location is headed up by Managing Director Dom Jacobs, with food by Culinary Director James Knappett. The menu at The Cadogan Arms focuses on simply prepared British produce, celebrating the provenance of locally sourced fish, meat, and fresh vegetables, as well as sharing roasts on Sunday. Drinks range from cocktails to a carefully curated wine list, and a comprehensive beer list which includes a bespoke British Pilsner from Cornwall’s Harbour Brewing, specially commissioned for The Cadogan Arms. The George The George is an 18th-century, Grade II listed public house on Great Portland Street, Fitzrovia. Spanning two floors, gilded Victorian mirrors, enamel paintings, and oak panelling remain unchanged, thanks to careful stewardship over the centuries. Large regency windows overlook the hustle and bustle of Great Portland Street, with original architectural details throughout and several private and semi-private spaces available for private hire. Befitting of a modern London public house, the all-day dining menu features snacks and starters, ideal for sharing and best enjoyed with a pint, heartier dishes, including chops and steaks from the charcoal grill, sandwiches, and pub classics, and indulgent desserts such as the Sticky Toffee Pudding and Hot Chocolate Fudge Sundae Banana Split. On the bar, house signatures include Guinness, Irish Whiskey and Irish Coffees, served alongside cask ales, craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and an extensive wine list The Position The right Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Bartender within a fast paced-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants Retail & Takeaway Discounts Code App Membership Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership Company Donations for your involvement with Charities Employee Assistance Program Access to Financial Advice Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions Progress Yourself Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral Staff parties & long service awards The Group JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. The group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World’s 100 Best restaurants. The JKS portfolio currently includes Michelin Starred restaurants Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle’s; as well as cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, and Bibi. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms and The George. JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.
Floor Manager - Berenjak Borough Salary - Up to £42000 per year Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience in a quality restaurant Berenjak Borough are seeking a Floor Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Floor Manager looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Berenjak, the Iranian restaurant from Kian Samyani and JKS Restaurants. Our Borough Market restaurant follows Berenjak’s first site, which opened in Soho in 2018 and was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2019. Berenjak Borough offers an expanded menu that includes several new homestyle Iranian dishes, alongside all the signature Berenjak classics. Just as the original Berenjak introduced diners to the flavours of Tehran’s hole-in-the-wall eateries, the new restaurant brings the classic charcoal-grilled kebabs, such as the minced lamb koodibeh and poussin jujeh tond, for which Berenjak is best known. Many of the signature mazeh small plates from our Soho restaurant also make the jump to Borough, including the black chickpea hummus, the Panir Sabzi (Persian feta with radish, fresh herbs, and nuts), and the taftoon clay-baked sourdough seeded flatbread. The Role As Floor Manager, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. As Floor Manager, you will be responsible for: Welcoming and attending to guests with an exceptional level of care and service, ensuring that they leave with a positive and memorable experience; Overseeing the waiting staff to ensure the smooth running of all sections; Inspiring, motivating and training waiting staff to deliver the highest levels of service; Carrying out all opening and closing procedures. The successful Floor Manager will have: Previous experience as a Floor Manager or Restaurant Supervisor ready to take on more responsibility; Warm and welcoming persona, along with a hands-on approach to work and impeccable attention to detail; Proven ability to lead, train and inspire a team; Passion for hospitality and a good knowledge of food and beverage;
Salary - £13 to £15 per hour Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience in a quality restaurant BAO Kings Cross are seeking a Bartender/FOH to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender/FOH looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Position As a Bartender and member of Front of House, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: Prior experience as a Bartender or Waiter/Waitress within a high quality, restaurant; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Good knowledge of or experience in Asian cuisine and culture is a bonus! The Benefits We want to create a great place to work that mirrors the soft fluffy embrace of a BAO We have a commitment to work life balance. Our rotas are based on 6 shifts over 5 days, with a maximum of 1 double. You will get 2 weeks rotas in advance so you can have a life outside of work. Your development is important to us. Within your first year with us, you’ll have three reviews, giving you the platform to tell us how we can support you better, and to identify development opportunities. We’re serious on our education, meet School of BAO. Learn Mastery, Discover Artistry. A meticulously crafted calendar of events, workshops, talks. Our perks, hands down the best hospitality discount in London. 50% off food and drink across all of BAO and JKS restaurants, plus some rotating restaurant discounts. We have our own currency, meet BAOcoin. A reward scheme where you earn BAOcoin by displaying BAO behaviours, and cash in prizes from the BAOshop. There are other ways to earn some cash with the BAO Pyramid Scheme. Sell the BAO dream to your friends, and earn up to £500 for a referral. We’re serious about our parties. Our record turnout for our parties speaks for itself. At the beginning of the year we have a huge Wei Ya Party paired with our Annual Awards Ceremony. Our second large party is our Moon Festival BBQ in September. For good measure we throw in a handful of Karaoke Parties in the middle. The Group BAO quite literally means steamed bun. But BAO means so much more than that, a cult brand with a cult following that aims to inspire with design through food. Founded in 2013 by family trio, Erchen Chang, Shing Tat Chung and Wai Ting Chung in a carpark in East London to now spanning 5 restaurants across London, where each has its own story of Taiwanese Culture with unique experience, narrative and menu.
The Hound in Chiswick are seeking a Senior Bartender to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant The third opening from JKS & Dom Jacobs on Chiswick High Road, West London. Following on from the Success of The Cadogan Arms and The George. A modern-day coaching inn built within the walls of a Victorian police station, now the perfect stop for a pint, a meal, or a bed for the night. Headed up by Managing Director Dom Jacobs, with food by Culinary Director James Knappett. The menu focuses on simply prepared British produce, celebrating the provenance of locally sourced fish, meat, and fresh vegetables, as well as sharing roasts on Sunday. Drinks range from cocktails to a carefully curated wine list, and a comprehensive beer list. The Position The right Senior Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Bartender within a fast paced-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group;
Job Title: Italian Head Chef Location: Hammersmith, London Salary: £40.000 per year We are an authentic Italian deli and dining establishment located in Hammersmith, and we are looking for a talented and passionate Italian Head Chef to join our team. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Head Chef in Italian cuisine. • Ability to lead and manage kitchen staff efficiently. • A strong passion for Italian food and dedication to maintaining high culinary standards. • Good knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations. What We Offer: • Competitive salary (final offer will be based on your experience, following a trial and interview process). • Opportunity to be part of an authentic Italian dining experience. • A chance to work in a friendly, dynamic team in a growing business. If you are a highly skilled and enthusiastic Italian chef looking to bring authentic flavors to Hammersmith, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter
About Us: At Mayyil, we bring the vibrant flavours of Lebanese street food to life. From authentic Shawarma to our unique twist on classics like the Philadelphia, our menu showcases the diverse and bold tastes found on the streets of Lebanon. Using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, we pride ourselves on delivering a true culinary experience that reflects our heritage. We’re looking for a skilled and passionate Griddle Chef to join our team and help us craft the mouth-watering dishes that make Mayyil special. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook all menu items to perfection using the griddle, ensuring every dish meets Mayyil’s high standards for flavour and presentation. Manage the griddle station, maintaining a clean, organised, and safe workspace in compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations. Slice, marinate, and prep ingredients, including meats, vegetables, and sauces, to ensure efficient service during peak hours. Monitor stock levels for ingredients, reporting any shortages to the kitchen manager to ensure smooth operations. Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate order preparation. Innovate and contribute to new recipes or specials inspired by Lebanese street food traditions. Provide excellent customer service by preparing dishes promptly and responding to feedback constructively. Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a chef, ideally working with a griddle or in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Strong knowledge of Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly Lebanese street food, is highly desirable. Excellent knife skills and attention to detail in food preparation and presentation. Ability to work efficiently under pressure, especially during busy service periods. A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety. Strong team player with a positive attitude and a passion for great food. ARABIC SPEAKING PREFERRED
We’re looking for an experienced Line Chef to join our kitchen team on a part time basis at Mina’s in Belgravia. Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 AM–10:30 PM or 11:00 AM–10:30 PM Pay: £14 per hour Role Highlights: • Prepare and execute dishes consistently using our established recipes and systems. • Work as part of a collaborative team to maintain Mina’s high culinary standards. • Commit to two double shifts over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday). • Enjoy a streamlined kitchen environment where systems ensure efficiency. What We’re Looking For: • Someone who thrives in a structured kitchen and can follow recipes. • A team player with a professional attitude. • Weekend-only shifts, ideal for those looking for part-time work in a professional kitchen. Duties include: • Prepping ingredients for service. • Following recipes. • Cooking and preparing dishes to a high standard. • Cleaning stations, surfaces, and general kitchen areas. • Washing up and assisting with kitchen porter (KP) duties as needed. • Following the kitchen cleaning schedule and maintaining a hygienic work environment. • Labelling and storing ingredients to meet health and safety standards. • Ensuring ingredient labels are up-to-date. We’re looking for someone who is reliable, hard-working, and a team player. Previous experience as a line chef is required.
We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join our talented team at The Blues Kitchen. Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef, our Chef de Partie will be enthusiastic, passionate and knowledgeable about delicious fresh food and great service. Our kitchen is a fast paced environment, where our Chef de Partie will need to drive a high standard of execution and be committed to deliver consistent, beautiful dishes as part of London most loved dining experience. Inspired by the ‘low 'n slow’ cooking style of the deep south in America, we’re all about delivering the best barbecue meats, burgers and wings in London. Benefits at The Columbo Group At The Columbo Group, it is our utmost priority to ensure each individual feels supported and valued as part of our teams. Joining our family allows you to access the following: ● Industry-leading pay ● Free guestlist to our events and festivals. ● 40% discount across all of The Columbo Group venues. ● Best in class training and development opportunities - ambitious team members are encouraged to enroll into the prestigious Columbo Academy. ● Wine, Spirit and Sake (WSET) training scheme enrolment opportunities. ● Team get togethers including an invitation to our renowned End of Year celebration party at the Jazz Cafe. ● Bottomless soft drinks on shift. ● Pension Plan The award winning Blues Kitchen is one of London’s most loved and legendary venues. Stunningly beautiful, it is the perfect space to soak up a live soundtrack of timeless blues and soul from world famous resident musicians. With all American favourites on the menu and an expertly curated selection of the world’s finest bourbon, The Blues Kitchen stands as one of the UK’s most loved experiences. The Columbo Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, colour
The Pachamama family is proudly delivering an exceptional guest experience at the venues in central London. Our dishes, inspired by Peruvian and Greek cuisine, offer guests a fantastic culinary journey through bold flavours and authentic culinary traditions. As a seasoned Demi Chef , we anticipate your readiness to bring your top performance and culinary flair to our team. Duties and Responsibilities: - Takes care of daily food preparation to meet the standard and the quality set by the Restaurant. - Coordinates daily tasks with the Chef de Partie. - Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation. - Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. - Personally responsible for hygiene, safety and correct use of equipment. - Checks periodically expiry dates and proper storage of food items in the section. As our Demi 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 Apply . Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.
Job Title: Chef de Partie / Line Cook - Exciting New Malaysian Restaurant in Canary Wharf! Company: Eat Lah x Ong Lai Location: Canary Wharf, London Start Date: End of February 2025 Are you passionate about Malaysian cuisine and eager to be part of a vibrant new culinary venture? Ong Lai is a brand-new restaurant opening in the heart of Canary Wharf, bringing the authentic flavours of Malaysia to London. We are looking for talented and enthusiastic chefs to join our kitchen team and help us create a truly memorable dining experience for our guests. What you'll be doing: * Preparing and cooking a range of delicious Malaysian dishes, from classic curries and stir-fries to fragrant soups and noodle dishes. * Working with fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure the highest standards of flavour and presentation. * Maintaining a clean and organized work station in accordance with food hygiene regulations. * Collaborating with the Head Chef and other team members to ensure smooth and efficient service. * Contributing your creativity and passion to our menu development and daily specials. Benefits: * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and exciting new restaurant opening. * Work with a passionate team dedicated to authentic Malaysian cuisine. * Excellent training and development opportunities to enhance your culinary skills. * Free staff meals and a vibrant working environment. To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are the perfect chef for our team. We look forward to hearing from you! #chefjobs #malaysianfood #londonfoodie #canarywharf #newrestaurant
** Immediate start available ** We are a family run Italian Caffetteria/Bistrot in 789 Wandsworth road, SW83JQ. With a passion for traditional Italian cuisine but specifically our food is inspired by Abruzzo, a region in central southern Italy. We are looking for part-time enthusiastic and positive Pastry Chef to join in our team. High energy, curiosity and quick learning will be highly appreciated. We are offering you: A very competitive salary according to performance and experience. The ability to grow and progress rapidly based on performance. The chance to receive extra tips based on performance Chance to learn new and valuable skills Free staff meals and coffee during shifts No late closing Staff discount when dining with us. We are looking for people with: A positive attitude to the job, coworkers and customers. A real passion to learn new and different skills and grow within the company. The energy to work in a fast paced environment. To give and receive support from all other staff members in order to learn and enjoy together. The ability to provide customers with a friendly, efficient and educated service. Flexible choice of working hours. If this sounds like something you're interested in or have any other we look forward to hearing from you! Job Types: Part-time Schedule: 12 hour shift 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Supplemental pay types: Performance bonus Tips
As a Chef at Tattersalls Tavern, your primary responsibilities include preparing and cooking food according to the established recipes and standards, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, managing inventory, and overseeing food quality and presentation. Looking for someone with full right to work and flexible schedule.