69 Best cook Jobs in Coulsdon (July 2026)

Prepare and cook nutritious and balanced meals for children, strictly adhering to EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and early years nutritional guidelines. Responsibilities include managing kitchen inventory, ensuring all dietary requirements are met, and maintaining a five star rating - high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. Candidates should possess relevant culinary qualifications and experience, preferably within an early years or nursery setting.

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We are looking for a full-time Chef to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our customers. You will assist the Head Chef and Management with the smooth running of the kitchen whilst maintaining expenditure within stipulated budget limits. In the absence of the Head Chef to supervise the day to day responsibilities. Responsibilities · To take instruction from the Head Chef · To assist the Kitchen team in daily preparation and cooking of food keeping in mind our high standard of food service. · To serve and prepare food that should be served promptly and presented professionally. · Maintain a good understanding of menu options for the restaurant. · Responsible for taking and recording food/refrigerators temperatures within their own areas of responsibility. · Inform the Head Chef of food supplies required within the assigned sections. · To ensure that all equipment is functional and used correctly. · To ensure that all work areas are cleaned and maintained to the appropriate health and safety standards required. · To support the kitchen assistants with the cleaning of cooking utensils as and when required. · To have an appreciation of food costs, portion sizes, keep wastage to a minimum and to use cost effective menu options wherever possible. · To coach and support less experienced chefs in line with individual objectives. · To maintain all Health & Safety measures and ensure all legal and company requirements are adhered to. · To demonstrate a flexible approach in line with the business requirements. · Attend the necessary training courses and on the job training to increase knowledge to progress within the chef levels. Skills • Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook, • Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers), • Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks, • Excellent time management abilities, • Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes, • Familiarity with sanitation regulations

Preparing pizza dough from scratch Rolling out and stretching pizza dough into the correct shape Adding the correct amount of sauce, cheese, and toppings to each pizza Monitoring the oven temperature and ensuring that pizzas are cooked for the right amount of time Keeping track of inventory levels for ingredients needed for pizza making Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen area We are looking for someone who has experience in working as a chef with knowledge of pizza preparation techniques.

About the Role We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our pub kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, maintaining food safety standards, and helping deliver an excellent dining experience for our customers. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook, and present menu items to a high standard. Ensure consistency, quality, and portion control in all dishes. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. Follow food hygiene, health, and safety regulations at all times. Assist with menu development and seasonal specials. Monitor stock levels and help with ordering and inventory management. Minimize food waste and control kitchen costs. Work effectively with kitchen and front-of-house teams during busy service periods. Support the training and development of junior kitchen staff where required. Requirements Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or similar role in a pub, restaurant, or hospitality setting. Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations. Understanding of food hygiene and HACCP principles. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills. Food Safety Certificate (preferred). What We Offer Competitive pay and opportunities for progression. Flexible working hours. Staff meals during shifts. Employee discounts. Supportive and friendly working environment. Ongoing training and development opportunities.

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Tezlom - Kingston & Sutton

UK BASED APPLICANTS Salary: £14-£16 per hour via PAYE, with an increase for some bank holiday shifts Contract type: Temporary, flexible working Tezlom are recruiting for compassionate chef staff to work within specialist Nursing and Care Homes across Kingston, Sutton and Croydon. Tezlom are a leading and expanding Healthcare Recruitment Agency, established in 2008. We Require: Proof of Right to Work in the UK NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Hospitality/Catering/Practical Cookery Level 2 HACCP training certificate Here at Tezlom, you choose what days you are available to work, whether that be early shifts, late shifts, long days or even weekends – we understand how important a work life balance is, so we work around you and your flexibility to suit you and your lifestyle. Due to the continued expansion, we are looking for chefs to join our growing team. Following the continued success and increased demand, we are looking to recruit experienced, dedicated individuals to join the expanding team. As a Chef, you'll be joining an outstanding team in menu creation, ensuring the kitchen and equipment meets all health and safety requirements and produce fresh cooked meals daily to residents with special dietary and nutrition needs. Duties within this position include: • Setting up the kitchen and maintaining standards of hygiene, presentation, and efficiency., • Cooking food in a timely manner and ensuring excellent presentation., • Modify recipes to suit customers’ requests, dietary needs, and allergen requirement., • Monitor food and stock checks, costs, ordering., • Experiment with food and recipe ideas, creations of new menus and daily specials. · Flexibility If you’re looking for flexible working hours to suit your commitments or maybe a second income and want to be part of an expanding and rewarding organisation, then click the apply button to submit your CV. Tezlom are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to a basic DBS check, proof of Right to Work and satisfactory employment references.

We are looking for a long-term colleague and should be minimum 2 years experience 5 day a week/min working hours; weekday 3pm-11pm weekend 12am-11pm If there are many bookings during the week, we can offer extra days of work with extra pay. We require candidates to have knowledge of basic cooking techniques, knife skills, and food handling also pan seared cook method and pasta cook experience. They must also be able to work well in a team and follow instructions. Familiarity with kitchen equipment and utensils is essential, as is understanding food sanitation regulations.

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Headstart Recruitment Ltd

Event Chefs & Kitchen Porter Needed – 4th to 7th June We are currently looking for 2 Chefs and 1 Kitchen Porter to join a team for a busy event at the South of England Showground from 4th–7th June. 📍 Location: South of England Showground (transport provided) ⏰ Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm daily 🚐 Pick-up point: Sutton Station area 💷 Paid through our recruitment agency Chef Requirements: • Minimum 1 year kitchen experience, • Basic cooking skills and knowledge, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced event environment, • Experience with simple British cuisine preferred Kitchen Porter Requirements: • Previous KP experience preferred, • Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team This is a straightforward event operation with a self-service setup and simple British menu. If interested, apply now with your CV and contact details. Immediate availability required. 🍽️

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