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If you are ready to work alongside our talented head chef and contribute your energy and enthusiasm to our kitchen team, then we won't you on our team! What we looking for: - Good understanding of kitchen operation and cooking techniques - Strong communication and willingness to work as a part of the team - Ability to follow directions and procedures - Positive attitude and strong work ethic What we offer: - Competitive salary - Staff meals - Excellent training - Join a dynamic, fast moving&diverse team
Gerry's Hot Subs is looking to employ chefs for our new site 50 Exmouth Market, EC1R 4QE. We are currently seeking chefs that have experience with the griddle/grill. You will be working with a small & fun team. If you are interested , please apply within.
Job Summary: We are looking for a passionate chef who is focused on the preparation and presentation of authentic Korean cuisine. The position requires not only excellent culinary skills but also demonstrated excellence in ingredient sourcing, cost control, teamwork, and food quality management. The ideal candidate will provide an exceptional dining experience through a combination of innovation and tradition and will always maintain the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities: - Dishes preparation and cooking: Prepare and cook a variety of traditional and modern Korean dishes, including appetisers, main courses, and specialities, according to established recipes and standards. - Dishes standards: Ensure that the taste, appearance, and portion size of all dishes meet and exceed high standards. - New dish development: assist in developing innovative menus and seasonal specials that combine traditional Korean flavours with modern cooking techniques to enhance the restaurant's attractiveness and competitiveness. - Ingredients procurement: assist in the procurement of high-quality ingredients according to company regulations to ensure the freshness and quality of the dishes. - Cost control: effectively manage the budget to ensure the cost-effectiveness of the restaurant by reducing controllable costs and reducing food waste. - Inventory management: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the restaurant manager to order the necessary ingredients and supplies to avoid shortages or waste. - Food safety and hygiene: Ensure that food handling and storage methods meet the highest standards by strictly adhering to all health and safety regulations to keep the kitchen safe and hygienic. - Ensure customer satisfaction and boost customer loyalty by resolving customer complaints or concerns about food quality or service quickly and professionally. - Teamwork and training: Work closely with the kitchen team to train new employees, ensure effective teamwork, and improve overall performance. - Cleaning and maintenance: carry out daily cleaning tasks, maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen equipment and working environment, and comply with health and safety guidelines. We are looking for talented individuals with the following qualities: - Language skills: be fluent in English and be able to communicate with the team and customers smoothly; knowledge of Korean is a plus. - Relevant experience: have experience as a chef or similar culinary position in a Korean restaurant, and be familiar with the preparation of traditional and modern Korean dishes. - Culinary skills: passionate about Korean cuisine, creative, and able to modernise traditional recipes while retaining their authentic flavours. - Good team player, able to motivate the team and improve the overall efficiency of the kitchen. - Cost control: able to effectively manage controllable costs, reduce food waste, and keep the budget stable. - The ability to remain focused and efficient in a high-pressure environment and to respond flexibly to a fast-paced work rhythm. Join us, and you will have the opportunity to participate in the development of innovative Korean cuisine menus, work in a dynamic environment, and help the restaurant achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Main Responsibilities: - Assist with menu development: Contribute to the creation of menus that incorporate seasonal ingredients and customer preferences, with a focus on Asian cuisine. - Prepare traditional Chinese dim sum: Master the preparation of authentic Chinese dim sum, ensuring high quality and flavour. - Supervise and train kitchen staff: Train team members, ensuring that food preparation meets company standards, and oversee their performance. - Assist with ingredient procurement: Help procure high-quality ingredients according to company guidelines, ensuring freshness and quality of dishes. - Control costs: Effectively manage controllable costs and reduce food waste to maintain budget control. - Customer service: Provide outstanding customer service through our exclusive service programmes, enhancing customer satisfaction. - Food safety regulations: Strictly adhere to all relevant food safety regulations, ensuring that kitchen operations meet the required standards. - Kitchen management: Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, ensuring smooth workflow and operations. - Stay updated with industry trends: Keep up with the latest trends in the culinary industry, integrating new techniques into the kitchen for continuous improvement. Candidate Requirements (Qualifications, Experience, and Skills): - Relevant experience: Extensive experience in similar roles, particularly in the Asian cuisine sector. - Preferred qualifications: Culinary degree or equivalent education is preferred. - Culinary skills: In-depth understanding of food preparation methods, seasoning techniques, and flavor profiles, with expertise in Asian cuisine. - Leadership ability: Ability to lead and inspire the team to maintain high efficiency. - Kitchen management: Comprehensive understanding of kitchen operations, including inventory management and cost control to optimize efficiency. - Attention to detail: capable of maintaining focus on details in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality dishes. - Communication and organisational skills: Excellent communication and organisational abilities to effectively manage the team and convey clear instructions. This position is ideal for candidates with solid culinary experience, especially in Asian cuisine, looking to contribute to kitchen management and operational excellence.
We have operated a popular Italian restaurant in South London for over 30 years and have built a strong reputation with the community we serve. We are looking for an experienced chef to join our team, serving pizza, pasta and salads. Experience in Breakfast service would be advantageous. Salary: £28k-£32k plus tips (depending on experience) Hours: 48hrs/week
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen Responsible for maintaining the quality of food, work well within a team. Training will be giving. An at least 1 year experience as a chef
We are looking for a Breakfast chef to join our new team!
We are looking for a talented Junior Pastry Sous Chef to join our team here at zuma. Our Pastry Chefs are hardworking, dedicated and strive to deliver the superior level of customer service that we are known for. zuma Chefs are confident working at a fast pace whilst maintaining zuma’s high standards. Life at zuma zuma is full of life and energy, and our teams work hard to ensure our guests receive the best service possible. We have high standards and we ask you to work hard to meet them. We are a company that thrives on the passion, energy and commitment of its people. Alongside world class training and development, and the ability to always have a voice within the company, in any role, at any level, means you really can really forge a career as individual as you are. To be successful with us, all you need is energy and the right attitude…. the rest we can teach. The requirements Previous experience in a similar high-end restaurant as a Junior Pastry Sous Chef Ability to multitask Excellent communication skills Great team player A keen interest in Japanese cuisine The Benefits We take great pride in giving the best experience to our customers through great service and quality. We ask you to work hard so we want to reward this. We know that we can’t do this without you! To celebrate your success, we have created some of the best benefits around. To name a few: World class in-house training; we want you to have all the tools to be the best Opportunity to travel the world with our five incredible worldwide brands Long service award to show that we love having you around! Exciting In-house incentives Travel season ticket loan Family meals on shift Staff Discount across zuma, ROKA, oblix & INKO NITO Cycle to work scheme – keep fit and save money on travel, what’s not to like? Are you ready? Join our team, start your story today. Required skills: Passion for Japanese Cuisine, Team work, Pastry Education Competitive Salary plus bonus Azumi is an unrivalled collection of restaurants, including Zuma, ROKA, Oblix, INKO NITO and Etaru. Our international family spans 27 locations across the globe. We are passionately driven to make dining out a magical experience. Our visionary group of restaurants, is the creation of our co-founders, Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney. With passion, determination and the love for what they do, they began the Azumi journey with the opening of Zuma London in 2002 – seamlessly followed by the opening of Roka in 2004. When you work with us, everyone is valued for the part they play. We look after each other and champion your strengths. Bring your enthusiasm, your dedication, your work ethic.... the rest we can teach you. With career paths unique to you, we are committed to offering you a journey that is ‘authentic but not traditional’. As a diverse community, with venues spanning the globe, there is a destination for everyone - allowing you to define your own career pathway.
We are looking for a creative Brunch Chef to join our new coffee shop in Fulham. Your role will involve designing and preparing innovative brunch dishes, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene. If you’re passionate about food and eager to contribute to an exciting new venture, we’d love to meet you! Responsibilities: • Prepare and present creative brunch dishes • Manage kitchen stock and supplies • Ensure cleanliness and food safety standards Apply now to be part of our journey!
Candidates must have enough experience to do all type sushi by hand. Cutting fish will be beneficial. All training will be provided.
Pique is one of London’s leading caterers with a production kitchen in Earlsfield and a popular café in Battersea Our mission is to bring fun, delicious, innovative, restaurant quality food to Londoners, whether that be at home, the office, park or our café. We focus on the informal nature of picnic dining- the relaxed feeling of being with friends, with easy to eat, crowd pleasing food. We are seeking a talented and creative Catering Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes tailored to the specific needs of our clients' events, such as, corporate deliveries, parties, location shoots and other special occasions. The Catering Chef will work closely with the event team to ensure flawless execution, from menu planning to ensuring timely departure of catering deliveries. Menu Development: Create and customize menus based on client preferences, dietary restrictions, event themes, and seasonal ingredients. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all food handling and preparation meets health and safety regulations, including allergen management and safe transportation of food. Adaptability: Be flexible to accommodate last-minute menu changes, special requests, or event adjustments. Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Catering Chef, Executive Chef, or in a similar role. Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred. Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, flavors, and food presentation. Experience with menu planning and creating dishes for large-scale events. Excellent leadership and organisational skills to manage teams and ensure smooth execution. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices. Exceptional attention to detail and creativity. Strong communication skills to liaise with clients, vendors, and event staff.
Located Lavender Hil in Battersea ( 10mins from Clapham Junction) has become well known as one of London's best seafood restaurants and are recruiting an experienced chef staff to join its established team. The ideal candidate must be capable of cooking live shell fish (mains ) and starters, storage and Cleaning. Proven track record of at least 2 years in kitchen will be a bonus. The aFat Crab is a small high volume restaurant looking for candidate who can work as a team with responsibilities. Weekends and evening availability is a must. This is full time position ( 4/5 days) including weekends. Restaurant opening hours : Tuesday -Friday 3.30pm - 11.00pm Saturday 12,30pm-11.00pm Sunday 12.30-10.00pm Closed on Mondays.
Sole charge Chef/Cook required for small start-up deli in Amersham serving quality, nutritious southern Mediterranean dishes. Previous experience in running a kitchen required and working well with other team members to provide a culinary experience to satisfy all our customers.
Fish and chips fryer required
Experienced chef for Korean restaurant. Lunch shift 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm Tuesday to Sunday
An excellent opportunity for a trainee chef to learn under a head chef and to be a part of a passonate team in a prominent North East London Kosher Fishmonger and Deli. The role fully meets the National Minimum wage yearly salary.
Peggy Porschen Belgravia London SW1W 9QQ Temporary Contract: Full-time, until 5th January Start: Immediately Nearest transport: Victoria Overground, Tube & Coach Station, Sloane Square Tube About the role We’re looking for an experienced Breakfast Chef with a ‘compassionate leave absence cover’ to start immediately and support our team through the busy Christmas season. You are passionate about cooking, presentation and work to a consistently high standard. We are a small, close-knit team looking for a friendly, professional team member who takes pride in their work and has creative flair with a keen eye for detail. While this is a temporary position, it may lead to permanent employment should a suitable position become available. We offer: Daytime work hours: 40 hrs per week, 8 am to 5 pm, five days per week (flexible Mon to Sun) Fantastic life-work balance: evenings off Earnings in the region of £30,000 per annum, including service charge (plus incentive Tronc) Christmas Day - off Access to Mental Health Helpline Free lunch while on shift 50% Staff Discount on selected items A cake on your birthday (while in employment) Wagestream - access to advance wages Key responsibilities: Prepare breakfast, brunch and lunch menu items to a consistently high standard Be a key member of our savoury kitchen team Work smoothly and efficiently, able to perform under pressure Enjoy collaborative teamwork as well as work on your own initiative Follow food hygiene and health & safety policies and processes diligently
Job Title: Chef Cook - Café Style Food Truck Location: Building Site Hours: 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Chef Cook to manage a café style food truck on a busy building site. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of hot and cold food items, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare and cook hot and cold food items in a fast-paced environment. - Manage food prep, including assembling ingredients and ensuring freshness. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the food truck and kitchen area. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. - Develop and suggest menu items that cater to our clientele. - Work collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient service. Qualifications: - Proven experience as a chef or cook in the café style industry. - Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. - Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. - Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude. - Flexibility to adapt to changing menu demands and customer preferences. Benefits: - Competitive salary - Opportunity to showcase culinary skills in a unique setting If you are passionate about food and have the necessary experience, we encourage you to apply !
Part time experience Chef required for Monday and Tuesday evenings 5/6 hours per week. Immediate start,
Full time chef required breakfast chef with experience
We are seeking a passionate kitchen assistant/ junior chef role to join our friendly & hardworking team. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has an eye for detail and wants to produce excellent food with quality ingredients. Responsibilities to include: Food preparation and assisting with cooking breakfast and lunch dishes Maintaining high standards of hygiene and adhering to health and safety regulations. Part time role approx 20 hours per week. Shift hours 8.00 -5.00pm Must have some experience in a kitchen
We are looking for full time (5 or 6 days a week), experienced brunch and lunch chef. Experienced in making fluffy omelettes, perfectly poached eggs, homemade soups, variety of diverse salads and cooking steak. Ideal candidate will know how to beautifully slice avocado and have great sense of aesthetic when plating food. We are looking for food lovers who enjoy cooking and have genuine interest in food industry. We are zest brunch and bar a small brunch and lunch cafe in Lewisham. We have a friendly and highly motivated team, our beautiful dishes are our pride. If like us, you enjoy challenging yourself and always finding ways to improve, do get in touch.
we are small and brand new seafood & wine restaurant and we looking for chef to join our team. for more info please apply
Little Hudson cafe is looking for a breakfast chef to join our fun and friendly team! We are based in a residential area so have a lot of local and regular customers, so we promote a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere in the café. We are looking for someone who is hard-working, is able to work under pressure, is creative and is able to get along with others. We also have a flat hierarchy, so we encourage and support your ideas and suggestions. In return, we offer: - A competitive hourly rate plus service charge - Sociable hours (shifts end by 3.30pm or 4.30pm every day) - Free food and speciality coffee on shift - 50% discount on your days off If interested, apply and we will get back to schedule a trial shift!