Chef and cook prep jobs in London

Looking for cooks to assist our Mexican restaurant in Dalston. Tuesday to Sunday. FULL TIME AND PART TIME AVAILABLE Key responsibilities: - Prep - Help with service - Close kitchen Rates start at £15 inclusive of holiday pay and service. - Part-time and full time available. Trials and interviews now open. - Part-time available to immediate start and is mostly on the weekends Friday - Saturday - Sunday - Full time roll to start closer to on May as we are are building a new dinning room. - Knowledge of Mexican food and culture is a plus; sense of urgency and speed is a must. - We offer staff meals, great work environment, 40% off when dinning in our restaurant for you +1. - Must be elegible to work in the UK and provide a share code. Thank you for reading!

Hello! Wild 202 restaurant is looking for a passionate chef de partie with a love of great food and service to join our team. Wild 202 is in a lively neighbourhood restaurant in Notting Hill offering a fresh take on Mediterranean cuisine using the freshest seasonal produce in a relaxed and modern kitchen. Responsibilities include: · Food prep · Section management · Good communication skills · Good food safety understanding and reporting What we are offering: · Full time contract of 45 hours and flexible working hours · £13 - £16 an hour to the right candidate · Fun and relaxed working environment · 28days paid holiday · Great colleagues · Full training and the opportunity to work with fantastic ingredients · Opportunities to grow within the company All candidates are must be eligible to work in the UK and have good command of the english language.

Full or part time chef required. Acai Girls is 2 years old and prides themselves on serving delicious, healthy and beautifully presented dishes. We specialise in healthy food such as salads, Wraps, warm bowls, acai, smoothies, freshly baked treats, and much more. Currently we have 3 locations and looking to expand further. Lots of room to progress within the company. - Assisting in the food preparation process and responding to requests made by Kitchen Manager. - Managing and ensuring the daily prep is done and that everything is above par throughout the service - Helping with deliveries, restocking, organising the kitchen and taking inventory using EPOS - Cleaning stations throughout the day - Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards. - Maintain appropriate hygiene standards, be proactive and positive - Have a great work ethic and be punctual and able to take direction - Must dress appropriately in their own CLEAN and freshly washed, kitchen safe clothes. - Is responsible for their multiple stations during their shift including all closing procedures - Must comply with all cleaning, opening/closing procedures with standards set by management - Must have a precise knowledge of the cooking procedure for each menu item and food must be delivered with high quality and consistency. - Must comply with all cleaning, opening/closing procedures with standards set by management - Must have a precise knowledge of the cooking procedure for each menu item and food must be delivered with high quality and consistency. - Must follow recipes and kitchen protocol accurately and precisely in a strict, timely manner

The Lansdowne Pub NW1 8HX Full time Chef, minimum 35 hours per week; immediate start Pizza experience required. **BRING YOUR PERSONALITY TO WORK AT THIS COMMUNITY PUB, IN THE HEART OF PRIMROSE HILL** **ABOUT THE VENUE** The Lansdowne is at the heart of the community in Primrose Hill and the regulars love the food, great drinks and engaging service. Whether you're in the mood for a classic Sunday roast or a mouth-watering, hand stretched pizza, our expert chefs use only the highest quality ingredients sourced from award-winning suppliers like Real Cure and Neal's Yard we've honed our craft and become experts in delivering the best pub dining experience possible. **ABOUT THE ROLE** The Lansdowne is looking for a passionate chef to join the kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver an exciting menu in addition to pizzas, be focused on ensuring high quality products are used and enabling the highest standards of health and hygiene – even when the pressure is on. You’ll also help to minimise wastage and support your team by helping with food prep and leaning whenever required. Ideally, you’ll have experience gained in a similarly busy and dynamic environment. Here you’ll get to grow your skills and experience by being both hands on and undertaking on-going training. **ABOUT GLENDOLA LEISURE** Glendola Leisure operates many different bars, pubs and restaurants across the UK in London, Glasgow, Belfast & Edinburgh. What We Are Proud to Offer: - Some of the best Career Growth opportunities in the industry - Flexible shift patterns – to fit around the other important things in life - A competitive and progressive salary - A monthly variable share of the venue service charge, paid through a Tronc scheme in line with the Tipping Act 2023. 100% of our Service Charge goes to our employees and is distributed in its entirety on a monthly basis. - Wage Stream – giving you direct access to your wages when you need them - Access to professional mental health resources and an employee assistance programme on completion of one years' service - Private Medical cover available on completion of one years’ service - 28 days paid holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays. - Annual staff events - 20% Discount at all Glendola Leisure Venues - Opportunities to innovate and contribute to the growth of your business Are you ready to be part of one of the hospitality industry’s biggest success stories? It’s time to apply.

We are looking for a Breakfast Chef to join us at our Luxury 5 Star Hotel In London. Primary Duties: To keep a high standard of personal hygiene, clean uniform and maintain effective team working with others To adhere to the rota and be punctual at all times To give full co-operation to any staff members requiring assistance for a customer without prompt in a friendly and helpful manner To have a caring and helpful attitude and anticipate customer’s needs whenever possible, to enhance quality service and in turn enhance client satisfaction Understand the aims of the hotel and your department To maintain effective communication within the team and to attend hotel meetings/ special function briefings and training sessions when required To apply what has been learned with good effect for the benefit of our customers To ensure that all buffets are stocked appropriately To ensure that food wastage is kept to a minimum Ensure that all food items are stock rotated, dated and labeled, cling filmed and stored properly To assist in the production of Conference & events catering, lunch prep and staff food Provide updates to senior colleagues on needs and ordering requirements Assist in maintaining the cleanliness, stock control, organisation and standards of any section Maintain own working area, ensuring materials and company property are clean, tidy and in good working order Keep recipe folders in good order and up to date if and when necessary Help to prevent waste of food of any kind and over-production to mis-en-place Help to minimise the consumption of gas, electricity and water Ensure good staff communications and relations Contribute to helping other staff acquire menu knowledge to assist in “Upselling” Work in a safe manner that does not harm or injure themselves or others Please apply now if this sounds like you.

A great opportunity for a driven energetic person looking to work with a great team at the Goods Office. We are a cafe/bar/restaurant in Stroud Green with a flexible working rota. You will be required to work alongside our great team of chefs in a busy kitchen, place orders, follow prep and par as well as operate the till , serve customers and occasionally make coffee and drinks. On the job training will be given Benefits 50% off all food and drink 25% off for family and friends when dining with them

We are on the hunt for a star to join the team as Production Assistant [Chef de Partie level] to help and assist the team in all fish preparation & production task in the smokehouse on a daily basis. You will learn a huge amount and add a skill to your CV. The candidate needs to be able to work well under pressure and have great team skills which will then help in assisting the team achieving a well organised day to day running of the smokehouse here in Hackney, East London. Here at Secret Smokehouse we have extremely high food safety standards with our EC number so the candidate must have a clear understanding of food cross contamination & personal hygiene - ideally Food Safety Level 2. We supply the best here in London and we are therefore looking for the best people to join us on this journey. Roles and responsibilities: • Production tasks: curing, smoking, pin-boning, slicing & prepping • Using the vac packer • Clean as you work, always keeping a tidy & clean station • Reporting directly to the Production Lead for daily tasks • Clear labelling of all products / batch codes / temp check • Notify the Production Lead of any broken/damaged equipment • Working as a team end of day clean down. • Working closely with KP • Min. level-2 food safety • Punctual, articulate and attentive • Be willing to muck in on adhoc jobs around the smokehouse • Want to learn how to cure & smoke fish • Ensuring cleanliness of all equipment [slicer / vac-packer etc] Benefits: - No weekends - No shift work - Mon-Fri 7am-5pm - Staff lunch every Wednesday - 50% discount on products [except promotional goods] - Training - Discounts etc via Bright HR platform - Plus many more Sound like a job you can do, then get in touch today

Yakitori restaurant, in central London, looking for grill chefs with different skill levels. We are looking for: - Team player - Good communicator - Willing to talk to customers, e.g. explain the dish - Clean and high attention to detail - Good cutting skill, in particular for chicken - Strong interest in developing new dishes - Good knowledge to work with open fire and cook on charcoals You will be responsible for - Lunch & dinner prep - Lunch & dinner service - Part of the chef team for new dish and menu development Benefits: - Competitive pay - Quarterly performance bonus - 5 days work, with 2 shift choices (9-17:00, 14 -22) - Holidays and work life balance - Free staff meal - Discounted dinning for staff

We are an independent and eco-conscious family cafe based in Coulsdon. We serve breakfast and brunch dishes throughout the day, using the best quality ingredients. We are looking for part time and full time chefs to join our team. The right candidate has the chance to learn alongside the head chef, ultimately taking the reins and being able to do services alone. They will have the opportunity and training to allow them to influence and even create menus, including costing and sourcing. The role suits either an experienced chef that wants to influence the menu or a passionate foodie keen to learn. The salary will reflect their experience. The candidate must have loads of energy, be self motivated and able to keep focused and disciplined alone, and be a solid team player. Role Responsibilities: - Manage prep and ensure the kitchen is ready for service to the best of your ability - Keep food hygiene HACCAP checks up to date daily - To ensure that the kitchen is always kept clean and tidy, including managing weekly deep cleaning responsibilities - To ensure that the food orders are placed with suppliers when necessary - To manage stock control and food waste - To work with kitchen management to manage the kitchen spend and ensure food costs are achieved - To contribute to specials and new menu items whenever appropriate including calculating food costing for these dishes

I am opening an evening shift at my cafe with a basic small menu and I am looking for a dedicated loyal chef/cook. You will have one assistant helping you prep the food and cook the food. The restaurant is located in the heart of Paddington close to the station, we could be very busy some nights and others maybe have no customers at all.

Assisting in the food preparation process and responding to requests made by Kitchen Manager. Managing and ensuring the daily prep is done and that everything is above par throughout the service Helping with deliveries, restocking, organising the kitchen and taking inventory using EPOS Cleaning stations throughout the day Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards. Maintain appropriate hygiene standards, be proactive and positive Have a great work ethic and be punctual and able to take direction Must dress appropriately in their own CLEAN and freshly washed, kitchen safe clothes. Is responsible for their multiple stations during their shift including all closing procedures Must comply with all cleaning, opening/closing procedures with standards set by management Must have a precise knowledge of the cooking procedure for each menu item and food must be delivered with high quality and consistency. Must comply with all cleaning, opening/closing procedures with standards set by management Must have a precise knowledge of the cooking procedure for each menu item and food must be delivered with high quality and consistency. Must follow recipes and kitchen protocol accurately and precisely in a strict, timely manner.

Recently included in Time Out’s Top 25 Pizza in London. Ace Pizza is looking for an experienced pizza chef to join the team at our Finsbury Park site on a part time basis initially although there may be opportunity for full time hours in the future. Our pizza is made with love with a 48 hour cold fermented biga dough. We’re not Neapolitan so don’t apply if that’s what you’re looking for. You should be confident in hand-shaping and stretching lots of pizza during service and be responsible for organizing the dough and food prep schedules. You’ll work clean and be confident speaking with customers as the pizza kitchen is open facing within a fun and lively bar space. Must haves - You must have at least 2 years experience making pizza, this is a fast paced environment. - Excellent spoken and written English, you’ll be speaking to customers daily. - Able to work evenings and weekends We’ll offer you a fun and creative working environment, flexible schedule, intercompany discounts plus lots of opportunity to grow with us.

Job Title: Relief Cook Reporting to: House Manager Basic Salary: £25,500 - £27,500 per annum Hours: 35 Hours per week Job Location: Bowden Court, Holland House, New Mansion House, and Sandeman-Allen House. Our Business: LHA London has been providing high quality accommodation in London since 1940 and now have thirteen large hostels providing affordable accommodation for nearly 2000 people in the capital. Our residents are young, single people studying or working in London, and live with LHA either to undertake educational courses, or if working, to give themselves time to familiarise with London, to make friends and to decide whether or not to make more private and long term arrangements for housing. Key Responsibilities Include: Food Ordering, Storage, Preparation and Service To prepare menu as set by House Manager or House Cook and to participate in menu planning if covering holiday absences. To comply with good practise stock control, stock holdings & stock rotation. If covering sick or holiday absence to compile and place orders for all food in consultation with the House Manager. To maintain a system of portion control & delivery standards as directed by the House Manager To prepare, cook & present all main meals to a high standard. Budgets To ensure in conjunction with the House Manager that, within your means, food budgets are adhered to. To examine quality and content of all foodstuffs delivered. To feedback at the start of their shift to House Manager if problems with suppliers or goods delivered. Health & Safety To maintain the highest standard of Hygiene at all times. To maintain a record of delivery, fridge & freezer temperatures daily. To maintain record of food service temperatures on a daily basis. To ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained and operated correctly and that all breakdowns or shortages are notified to the House Manager/Assistant Manager. To ensure compliance with the Food Safety Act 1990, Health & Safety Act 1974 and other relevant statutes. Complying with Food Policy folder in each kitchen. To undertake relevant training organised from time to time. Staff supervision To supervise (and if relevant), train all kitchen/dining room staff in their duties and the use of kitchen equipment. To ensure kitchen food hygiene & staff personal hygiene standards are maintained. Other To ensure kitchen is always left in a clean and tidy state after shift and report to duty manager before leaving site To undertake any other reasonable duty as directed. Key Skills: At least 3 years of experience in or around a professional kitchen, ideally in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. Knowledge of stock control, ordering schedules, prep schedules, and storage processes A commitment to food hygiene and health Excellent communication skills A positive, can-do attitude and an ability to work well as part of a team, particularly when under pressure A passion for creating good food and a great people attitude A desire to succeed and push yourself forward

Homeboy Bar. Small Menu. Burgers, Dressed Fries etc. Brunch & Sunday Roast. Prep of menu items, delivery of items during service and up keep of food hygiene standards in the kitchen. Completion of paperwork. Daily prep of staff meals. Completing cleaning tasks through out week. We are a small team and the role will require the candidate to work in the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef. Training provided. £11-13 per hour, wages fortnightly through PAYE. Desired: Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate The candidate will be required to provide valid Right To Work documents before starting this position.

Full job description CDP, COOK, Chefs Arepa & Co is an independent Venezuelan Restaurant in London and we are looking for a Chef De Party (CDP) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Chef with passion and proven experience. You will assist with the day to day running of the kitchen and ensuring that high levels of service are maintained. - Main Responsibilities ================== Must be able to adapt and work in all sections of the kitchen Ensure you closely follow all H&S standards, kitchen procedures, recipes and prep guidelines. To check all fridges, mise en place, at each station at the beginning and end of each shift/service including quality of stocks and report to the Head Chef Ensure consistency in quality for all food prepared in the kitchen and dishes served to customers Ensure the perfect execution of the kitchen procedures, recipes and service Ensure food quality is to the highest standards and that service is exceptional * * Ideal Candidate Profile: Previous experience as CDP Ability to lead, supervise and train junior team members Good communicator and ability to work as a team Committed, motivated and passionate about the job Command of Spanish is desirable, but not a requirement * * If you think you have what we are looking for we want to hear from you. A CV is appreciated. * Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: £12.00-£13.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Flexible Language Requirement: English not required Schedule: 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: Performance bonus Application question(s): Are you London based? Experience: Chef: 1 year (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

We are looking for a Sushi Chef to join our culinary team and prepare delicious plates for our guests. Sushi Chef responsibilities include handling a wide range of raw fish and other ingredients, managing food stock and working with an attention to detail to fulfill all orders within quality standards. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with Japanese cuisine and be available to work during our opening hours. Responsibilities Create a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish (for example, salmon, tuna, unagi) Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimiSelect fresh fruits and vegetables to make high-quality dishes (like avocado, mango and carrots)Add additional flavours to sushi rolls with ginger, rice vinegar, wasabi and soy sauce, when appropriate Manage food prep activities, like boiling riceCoordinate with our wait staff to ensure proper cooking, considering special requests and food allergies Prepare appetisers, soups and salads that are close to the philosophy of Japanese cuisineMonitor food stock and place orders, as needed Recommend new, modern recipes, like sushi burgersMaintain hygiene principles in all cooking areas and clean your space at the end of the shift Requirements and skills Work experience as a Sushi Chef or at an Asian restaurantGood knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques Ability to work both fast and accuratelyTeam spiritAvailability to work during business hours, including weekends and evenings Flexibility to take on various shiftsCertification from a culinary school is a plus.

Black Bear Burger is not your typical burger joint – our ethos is ‘simple, done well’ – we don’t mess around with gimmicks. We use the best beef we can get our hands on and everything in our burgers is there to enhance the flavour of that beef! We've built a huge following of fans (both in person and online) and get daily burger pilgrims travelling from across the country to try our food. We've featured on Netflix's Million Pound Menu and most recently BBC's Masterchef the Professionals. As a company we currently have six sites with more on the horizon. We're on a really great journey, and at this 'early' stage we're looking to bring pro-active, dynamic and career driven people on board to grow with us on that journey. THE ROLE As Sous Chef, you'll be working closely with the Head Chef in leading your team from the front, drawing on previous chef and management experience. We want to bring in someone who is going to be proud of what we do, as we're continually working hard to be top of our game in the competitive burger market. Key responsibilities for the role are to assist the Head Chef in: Running the service element of the kitchen (cooking standards, prep levels, managing the team) Hygeine and Cleanliness levels + Health and Safety Standards (Due Diligence, Record Keeping, overall compliance.) Stock Management (Ordering, minimising wastage, staying on top of rotation) Management of the team (development and training, rotas, recruitment, maintaining great team culture) Menu Development with the group head chef, designing specials. Systems Food Alert (Due Dilligence), MarketMan and Rekki (ordering and stock), Planday (Rotas), Flow(Training and development), Lightspeed/Deliverect/Deliveroo (Tills) Perks Competitive share of service charge and tips 28 days holiday Employee referral scheme (refer someone in and get £200) Friends and Family Discount Career Progression planning. Our ideal candidate is someone hungry for development into a Head Chef, ready to take the role in one of the new openings we have planned in the next 12 months. Free staff meals + Swaps with other exciting businesses. Top Staff Parties Management Meals out. The role is hourly paid and based on 45-48h/wk, made up from £16/h ( £12.50 basic + £3.50 Service charge).

Summary: We are seeking a diligent and organised Prep Chef to join our team at our open kitchen. The Prep Chef will play a crucial role in ensuring the kitchen is fully prepared for service each day by efficiently completing the prep list. This role requires attention to detail, culinary skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: 1. Review daily prep list and prioritize tasks accordingly. 2. Prepare ingredients such as vegetables, meats, and other food items according to recipes and portion sizes. 3. Organize and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen workspace, including storage areas and equipment. 4. Assist in receiving and storing deliveries of food and supplies. 5. Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely service. 6. Follow proper food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times. 7. Monitor inventory levels and report any shortages or discrepancies to the kitchen manager. 8. Assist in the setup and breakdown of the kitchen before and after service. 9. Communicate effectively with kitchen team members and management regarding any issues or concerns. Requirements: 1. Previous experience working in a kitchen environment, preferably as a prep cook or similar role. 2. Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary principles. 3. Ability to work efficiently and multitask in a fast-paced environment. 4. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 5. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. 6. Flexibility to work Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 7. Food handler's certification or willingness to obtain one. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about food preparation and eager to contribute to a dynamic kitchen environment. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on the challenge, we encourage you to apply for this position. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

We are looking for an experienced and hardworking hot section chef to join our team at Edo Izakaya. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Prepare and cook all items listed on your section to the highest standard in a timely matter, - Maintaining quality and quality control, - Monitor food stock and let the head chef or manager know what needs to be ordered - Maintain hygiene principles in all cooking areas and clean your space at the end of the shift. - Manage food prep activities Requirements and Skills: - Experience working in a Japanese restaurant or with Asian cuisine - Ability to work both fast and accurately - Good knowledge of Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques - Availability to work during business hours, including weekends and evenings - Flexibility to take on various shifts

Assisting in the food preparation process and responding to requests made by Kitchen Manager. Managing and ensuring the daily prep is done and that everything is above par throughout the service Helping with deliveries, restocking, organising the kitchen and taking inventory using EPOS Cleaning stations throughout the day Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards. Maintain appropriate hygiene standards, be proactive and positive Have a great work ethic and be punctual and able to take direction Must dress appropriately in their own CLEAN and freshly washed, kitchen safe clothes. Is responsible for their multiple stations during their shift including all closing procedures Must comply with all cleaning, opening/closing procedures with standards set by management Must have a precise knowledge of the cooking procedure for each menu item and food must be delivered with high quality and consistency. Must comply with all cleaning, opening/closing procedures with standards set by management Must have a precise knowledge of the cooking procedure for each menu item and food must be delivered with high quality and consistency. Must follow recipes and kitchen protocol accurately and precisely in a strict, timely manner.

Follow cooking procedures and recipes, and prepare products to a high standard. Organized and received orders and stock. Maintained cleaned and organised kitchen, do KP to maintain plates and pots cleaned. Qualifications: Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Experience as KP and prep chef is beneficial.

Follow cooking procedures and recipes, and prepare products to a high standard. Organized and received orders and stock. Maintained cleaned and organised kitchen, rotated in the KP area to maintain plates and pots cleaned. and followed HACCP guidance. Placing orders with suppliers and recording wastage. Qualifications: Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment Experience in a production/CPU kitchen

About Us Al Dente is an Italian restaurant chain, fresh pasta laboratory and wine shop. We are a resilient and flourishing business with five locations. We provide Great food and Excellent service in a warm and relaxed environment. Head Chef We are looking for a motivated, experienced Head Chef to join the Kitchen team on our Goodge Street branch. We are looking for an head Chef eager to prepare fresh pasta dishes, quality Italian food, made from fresh, prepared with skills and passion. The ideal candidate will need to be passionate about food, flexible and keen to learn. A self-motivated natural team player that thrives under pressure. Great salary + service charge. The minimum requirements for this Head chef role include: - Experience at the required level - Ensuring the line and prep cooks prepare the dishes according to the Executive Chef's specifications and standards - Training new kitchen employees on the restaurant's standards and regulations - Addressing and resolving diners' and clients' complaints quickly - Monitoring the kitchen area and ensuring that kitchen staff adhere to quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards - Ensuring all food products to be prepared are not expired - Experience in BUSY fresh food restaurant - Experience in the pasta section - A genuine passion for creating the finest food - Keen to thrive in the busy kitchen environment - A strong personality – someone looking to challenge themselves - Local to London - Eligibility to live and work in UK The role of the Head Chef will include: - Handle fresh ingredients, prepare them to the highest standards - Leadership skills - Carry out the service at all sections - Maintain a professional manner while under pressure - Handling staff issues, such as sick leave and attendance, and taking disciplinary action when necessary