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Head Chef – Korean BBQ & Pan-Asian Cuisine Location: East London Salary: Competitive, based on experience. Incentive scheme. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen brigade at our brand-new Korean BBQ and Pan-Asian restaurant. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting culinary venture and make your mark in the heart of East London’s dining scene. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth daily service. • Deliver high-quality dishes with a focus on Korean BBQ and Pan-Asian cuisine. • Develop and execute an authentic, innovative menu aligned with our vision. • Oversee food preparation, portioning, and presentation to maintain high standards. • Manage stock, ordering, and inventory to control costs and reduce waste. • Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to create a cohesive and efficient team. • Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef specialising in Korean BBQ and Pan-Asian cuisine. • Strong knowledge of traditional cooking techniques and ingredients from the region. • Ability to lead, inspire, and manage a kitchen brigade. • Excellent understanding of kitchen operations, cost control, and food safety standards. • Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. • Effective communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Why Join Us? • Be part of a brand-new concept in East London. • Opportunity to shape the menu and create a lasting culinary legacy. • Competitive salary and growth potential. We are open to incentivised ownership stake for the right candidate. • Work in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are ready to bring your expertise, passion, and creativity to our team, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply: Send your CV. Application Deadline: Open. Join us in creating an unforgettable dining experience for our guests!
Pan Asian Chef Preparation of Pan Asian fine dining international food (Can suit sous chef or head chef) Experience required: We are looking for an enthusiastic and competent chef with at least several years’ experience: You will need to have Good knowledge of fine dining Pan Asian / Japanese / Malaysian / Thai cuisine Good cooking skills and techniques in the operation of the Grill / Wok Section Organisational ability and a passion for food Ability to work under pressure Assist Head Chef in creating new recipes, accompaniments and garnishes Implementation of standardised recipes to maintain consistency of quality. Shows a willingness to help others and is interested in team members workload and pressure Is very flexible and adaptable when asked to assist other team members or departments