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  • Chef
    Chef
    12 days ago
    £17.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Brookmans Park

    Breakfast Chef £17.50 per hour Brookmans Park area (you must live nearby. Anyone living over 1 hour away will not be suitable) Start immediately! Rely Recruitment are searching for a a talented and passionate Chef to join our lovey client based in Brookmans Park area. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef seeking work-life balance with daytime hours (no nights!) Breakfast Chef Summary : • Work closely with the owners in a supportive kitchen team, helping to maintain high cleanliness standards., • The kitchen focuses on fresh food prepared in-house, including classic breakfast and brunch dishes cooked to a high standard, alongside new and evolving brunch and lunch menu items inspired by current food trends., • Presentation is important, so we are looking for a chef who enjoys creative plating and producing visually appealing dishes., • As an independent venue, you will have direct access to the owners, quick decision-making, and the opportunity to suggest improvements to the menu, kitchen equipment, and operations., • Working with high-quality fresh ingredients and contributing to a growing food concept. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes, • Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, • Contribute ideas for new menu items and daily specials, • Ensure the kitchen meets all food safety and HACCP standards, • Work efficiently within a small kitchen team, • Help deliver a consistently excellent guest experience What We’re Looking For • Ideally + 4 years’ experience as a Chef in fresh food kitchens, • Experience working with breakfast, brunch or café-style menus is beneficial, • A friendly and positive team player with a no-ego attitude, • Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and quality cooking, • Strong attention to presentation and plating Ideal For : a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie, or experienced Breakfast/Brunch Chef looking for a stable daytime position with creative input and a strong work-life balance. Benefits Free meals on duty Free nearby car parking Work directly with the owners in an independent business Cover the above, then apply now! Please note, that due to the number of applications we receive, we can only reply to shortlisted applicant. We are no accepting telephone enquiries on this job, apply now

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  • Part-Time Cook / Kitchen Operator
    Part-Time Cook / Kitchen Operator
    1 month ago
    £12–£13.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    We are seeking a reliable and self sufficient Part-Time Cook / Kitchen Operator to join our growing delivery only food business. Based in a ghost kitchen, this is a hands on role ideal for someone confident working independently and managing all aspects of kitchen operations during evening service. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, packing, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. You'll be working solo during shifts and closely supported by the owner during initial training. This opportunity is perfect for individuals with strong food safety knowledge who are looking for flexible weekend work and experience in an independent kitchen setting. Duties • Prepare and cook food orders (mainly tacos, specials, dips and sides) to established recipes, • Accurately assemble and pack delivery orders using third party delivery apps, • Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen at all times, • Complete food safety and temperature logs during each shift, • Conduct light restocking, stock checks, and basic prep for next-day service, • Follow and uphold allergen management and documentation procedures, • Perform thorough kitchen clean down at the end of each shift Qualifications • Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (required – please do not apply without this), • Allergen Awareness Training (required – please do not apply without this), • Prior experience in a professional kitchen, food truck, or food prep environment, • Strong understanding of solo kitchen operations and food safety compliance, • Reliable, well-organised, and confident working independently, • Must live locally or have a short, reliable commute to NW2 7JR, • Legally eligible to work in the UK Working Hours • Part-time, weekend evening shifts, • Friday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, • Saturday - Sunday: 3:00pm - 9:00pm, • Approx. 16 hours per week, • More hours may become available as the business grows Training • Paid training will take place over 3 days prior to starting, • Training covers food prep, kitchen setup, health & safety logs, and order flow, • Training shifts are paid at the standard hourly rate of £11.44/hour Pay & Contract • £12/hour (UK National Minimum Wage for age 21+), • Part-time employment contract, • Paid monthly (end of each month) Start Date: Thursday, 18th June 2026 Application Process Please apply with: • A short message or CV outlining your food/kitchen experience, • Confirmation of your Food Safety Level 2 and Allergen Awareness certificates, • Your postcode or nearest station (for commute reference), • Your availability for the 3-day training period before 18th June

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