Asian store jobs in United Kingdom

To assist Head Chef in our busy East European restaurant. Key Responsibilities: • Creative input for new dishes, specials & menu creation using local, seasonal, fresh ingredients, • Be well presented with excellent time keeping. Be capable of prepping & running a busy service., • Technical skill in grill & pastry, • Hands on involvement in preparation, cooking & presentation of all food items, • Motivate junior staff to produce food to specification & to up-sell, • Assist Head Chef in ensuring effective staffing levels & in supervising & training junior kitchen staff, • Ensure kitchen cleanliness, food safety, & compliance with health & safety regulations, • Purchase items from suppliers as instructed by Head Chef, • Ensure all equipment is properly maintained & stored, with breakages properly reported, • Keep stock & minimize food wastage, • Assist with duties assigned by Head Chef & to follow instructions Qualifications & skills: • Minimum 3 years’ experience working in busy environment as Sous Chef, • Culinary degree preferred. Other appropriate vocational qualifications considered, • Technical skill: Grill & Pastry, • Knowledge of East European, Georgian & Central Asian helpful

Duties Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including corporate catering and event-driven food services. Strengthen partnerships with existing delivery platforms and expand the restaurant’s delivery revenue streams. Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to recommend store-specific growth strategies. Negotiate terms and contracts with corporate clients and key suppliers. Oversee the delivery process, ensuring quality standards and service consistency are met. Set sales objectives, track team performance, and ensure achievement of revenue targets. Collaborate with operations, front-of-house, and delivery teams to maintain smooth workflows and brand-standard compliance. Review and monitor client payment terms and account status to safeguard consistent cash flow. Contribute localised content ideas and promotional recommendations aligned with brand guidelines and social media policies. Who we looking for Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher. Experience Proven background in restaurant or café management, ideally within fast-casual or Asian cuisine operations. Experience managing teams and driving sales performance. Skills Strong leadership and team management capabilities. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills. Fluent in English and Mandarin (or Cantonese).

Key Responsibilities: Design and execute purchasing strategies for premium fashion and lifestyle products, ensuring alignment with overall business goals. Knowledge of Mandarin is advantageous for effective engagement with East Asian clients and suppliers. Identify, source, and secure popular luxury items from the UK market, coordinating both online and offline purchasing channels while nurturing relationships with key vendors. Establish long-term supplier partnerships, lead negotiations on pricing and terms, and manage performance reviews to ensure service quality and reliability. Conduct ongoing market intelligence and product assessments, preparing analytical reports on items, trends, and pricing to inform strategic procurement choices. Take responsibility for procurement budgets, implement cost-efficiency measures, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external trade regulations. Supervise purchasing documentation, from order processing to receipt and inventory tracking, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. Monitor industry developments, attend seasonal brand events, outlet sales, and private shopping opportunities to capture early access to in-demand products. Share product knowledge and brand insights with colleagues and clients, assisting in strategic decision-making and enhancing customer experience. Work closely with cross-functional teams to support smooth operations and client service. Provide seamless communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders to ensure accurate product selection and timely fulfilment. Represent the Company with professionalism, upholding its reputation within the luxury goods sector. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English, with excellent intercultural communication skills. Strong organisational skills with a meticulous approach to documentation and workflow management. Passion for luxury fashion, with awareness of current trends, product lines, and brand heritage. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with Adobe software is a plus. Self-driven, dependable, and capable of independent work in a high-pressure environment. Willingness to travel within the UK for store visits, outlet sourcing, and brand events. 1–2 years of experience in luxury retail, buying, or operational roles. Exposure to product sourcing, fashion-related marketing, or creative industries is an asset. Experience in areas such as visual merchandising, brand presentation, or showroom planning is beneficial. Degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field. Previous experience in luxury retail is a significant advantage.

Wanted a chef and a second chef to manage and be committed to stay long term for a newly set up shop, must be able to work under pressure and ensure customers always be happy with service, communication is key and service must be of exceptional quality Caribbean infused chicken flavours and south Asian infused chef to have knowledge in either Bengali or Caribbean cuisine either is good but as long as willing to adapt and learn is a bonus start immediately once we have mutual terms, willing to work long hours and over time location is Hackney kingsland road.