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Charcoal Grill Chef / Grill Cook Wanted Location: Ilford We’re looking for an experienced Charcoal Grill Chef to join our growing BBQ restaurant. Responsibilities: Cook chicken, lamb, steaks over a traditional charcoal grill. Prepare and cook food to a high standard. Maintain food hygiene and safety standards. Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen. Keep the grill station clean and organised. Requirements: Experience with charcoal grilling is essential. Ability to work under pressure. Reliable, punctual, and hardworking. Team player with a positive attitude. Right to work in the UK. What we offer: Competitive pay (based on experience). Flexible shifts. Friendly team environment. Opportunity to grow with a new and exciting restaurant.

Join our passionate culinary team as a Sous Chef and play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. We are a small, independent, family-run group of bars and restaurants, committed to quality and a welcoming atmosphere. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation., • Supervising and training kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of performance and adherence to recipes., • Maintaining impeccable hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen., • Contributing to menu development and innovation, using fresh, high-quality ingredients., • Managing inventory, stock rotation, and ordering supplies to minimize waste and control costs., • Ensuring consistency and quality of all dishes served., • Stepping in for the Head Chef when required. The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Sous Chef or a highly skilled Chef de Partie in a busy restaurant or bar setting. You should possess strong leadership and organizational skills, a creative flair for cooking, and a deep understanding of kitchen management. A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are essential.

Please apply / HAZ Restaurants jobs Fable Store, Loughton is seeking a dedicated and talented Chef to join our culinary team. As a Chef, you will play a crucial role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to our guests through your passion for food and commitment to quality. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook a variety of dishes in accordance with Haz Restaurant's recipes and quality standards., • Ensure all food is prepared and presented to the highest standards, maintaining consistency and aesthetic appeal., • Oversee kitchen operations, including managing inventory, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste., • Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic kitchen environment, adhering strictly to all health and safety regulations., • Collaborate effectively with other kitchen staff and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service., • Contribute to menu development and innovation, bringing fresh ideas and culinary expertise. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Chef or Cook in a busy restaurant or corporate chain setting., • In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment., • Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced and demanding environment., • Strong organizational and time management skills., • A true passion for cooking and a commitment to culinary excellence., • Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running a specific section of the kitchen efficiently and consistently. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes to our exact standards, while supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in maintaining kitchen operations, hygiene, and safety. Key Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, and present all menu items for your section following recipes and portion control, • Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation are consistent and meet our standards, • Manage stock levels, rotate stock, and report shortages or waste to the Sous Chef, • Maintain strict hygiene and cleanliness of your section, equipment, and work areas, • Comply with all health & safety, food safety, and HACCP regulations, • Assist with menu development and testing new dishes when required, • Train and supervise junior kitchen staff/commis chefs as needed, • Work collaboratively with the whole kitchen team during service and prep Requirements • Previous experience as Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen, • Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment, • Understanding of food safety standards (Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred), • Ability to work well under pressure during busy service periods, • Strong time management, organisation, and communication skills, • Flexible attitude to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Our family-run restaurant is seeking an experienced and dedicated Chef to lead our kitchen operations. We are looking for a key team member who will take full control of the kitchen, ensuring its efficient and proper functioning. Responsibilities will include: • Overseeing daily kitchen operations and maintaining high standards., • Developing and reviewing our menu to create exciting and innovative dishes., • Managing inventory and creating food orders., • Working confidently and independently to contribute to an incredible dining experience for our guests.

We are seeking a talented Commis Chef or Chef to join our team. About the Role You'll work alongside our kitchen team to prepare and deliver fresh, high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food safety. What You'll Be Doing • Preparing ingredients and assisting with daily food production, • Cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard, • Supporting the smooth running of kitchen service, • Maintaining food hygiene and health & safety standards, • Working collaboratively with a friendly and passionate team What We're Looking For • Previous kitchen experience., • A genuine passion for food and hospitality, • A positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic, • Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment What We Offer • A friendly and supportive workplace, • Staff meals during shifts, • Flexible working patterns available We're building a team of people who care about great food, great service, and creating memorable experiences for our guests. If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you.

As Sous Chef, you will be second‑in‑command to the Head Chef and play a key part in the smooth running of our kitchen. You will help deliver consistent, high‑standard dishes every service, support with menu development and ensure our kitchen runs efficiently, safely and to the highest hygiene standards. Key responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef with day‑to‑day kitchen operations and organisation • Prepare, cook and present dishes to our exact recipes and standards • Supervise, train and support junior chefs and kitchen assistants • Control stock, reduce waste and manage food costs • Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety and hygiene regulations • Step up to lead the kitchen and run full services when the Head Chef is off • Help create new dishes and update seasonal menus What we’re looking for: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen • Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients and food presentation • Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards (Level 2/3 desirable) • Ability to work well under pressure, lead a team and stay organised during busy services • Reliable, hard‑working and passionate about great food • Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends

We are looking for a full time Chef to lead our kitchen team. The right applicant will need to be experienced in Thai cooking, recipes and creativity to create changing menu. We offer accommodation and salary part of the position.

• Preparing and baking pastries, cakes, breads, and desserts, • Designing and decorating desserts attractively, • Developing new recipes and seasonal menus, • Measuring and mixing ingredients accurately, • Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards, • Managing inventory and ordering baking supplies, • Supervising bakery staff in larger kitchens Skills Required • Creativity and artistic presentation, • Knowledge of baking techniques and ingredients, • Attention to detail and precision, • Time management and organization, • Ability to work under pressure, • Teamwork and communication skills Work Environment Pastry chefs often work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays in fast-paced kitchen environments.

Head Chef for a lovely well established country side pub • Small talented team, • Two set days off together, • Sociable hours as the kitchen closes fairly early Requirements • Previous experience as Head Chef ideally within a pub, • Experience with fresh ingredients, • Experience with costings and menu development, • Live within 45 minutes from location

About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and skilled Chef to join busy African restaurant outlets in Dagenham and Romford operating under the Tasty African Food brand. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering authentic African cuisine while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and kitchen operations. This is not a general chef position. We are specifically seeking a candidate with proven experience in African cuisine, strong cooking ability, and the discipline required to work in a fast-paced professional kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare authentic African dishes to a consistently high standard, • Ensure food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control are maintained, • Follow established recipes and preparation methods accurately, • Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety compliance, • Assist with stock management, food storage, and minimising wastage, • Work effectively during busy service periods while maintaining quality standards, • Support smooth day-to-day kitchen operations, • Ensure all food preparation meets company and regulatory standards, • Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workstation Skills & Experience Required • Proven experience preparing African cuisine in a commercial kitchen environment, • Strong knowledge of African ingredients, dishes, and cooking methods, • Ability to prepare a variety of African meals confidently and consistently, • High level of literacy and communication skills, • Good organisational and time-management ability, • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, • Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen compliance standards, • Reliable, disciplined, and hardworking attitude, • Food Hygiene Certificate preferred What We Offer • Competitive salary of £32,000 per annum, • Stable full-time employment, • Opportunity to work within a recognised and growing African food brand, • Professional and supportive working environment, • Career progression opportunities for the right candidate Ideal Candidate We are looking for a passionate and experienced African cuisine specialist who takes pride in delivering quality food and maintaining excellent kitchen standards. The ideal candidate must be professional, reliable, and committed to consistency and excellence. To apply, please submit your CV and details of your relevant experience.

We are seeking a dedicated Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and cooking of a diverse range of dishes, including our popular burgers, flavorful shawarmas, and classic English breakfasts. A key aspect of this position is ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation, consistently contributing to an excellent dining experience for our valued customers. We expect a strong commitment to maintaining these quality standards throughout all kitchen operations.