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Early starts and evenings off. Working with fresh food, nothing frozen. Prepping for what you need that day and wasting nothing. Experience with dough and pizza necessary, as is use of a meat slicer. It's a small kitchen with a well-formed, friendly team. The successful applicant must be able to work Friday-Sunday with 6am starts. 20-30 hours a week. An easy commute to SE21 is imperative. You must be knowledgeable in Italian cooking - know the difference between burrata & mozzarella, coppa & salami.

We're looking for an enthusiastic new chef to join our team here at the greyhound sydenham As a Chef de Partie you will assist the Head Chef in preparing and cooking meals and be able to work independently when Head Chef is away. You will adhere to strict health and safety procedures and ensure a clean and safe workspace. By becoming a part of the team you will be joining a reputable and growing hospitality chain. There will be plenty of opportunities for growth as the business expands plus loads of incentives and discounts across all our venues and TRONC schemes.

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for preparing and cooking our menu to a high standard, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and ensuring consistency in every dish served. Key Responsibilities - Prepare and cook all menu items including brunch dishes and lunch offerings. - Carry out daily prep to ensure efficient service during busy periods. - Assist with managing stock levels, rotating stock to minimise waste. - Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in line with health & safety standards. - Work closely with the front of house team to ensure smooth service. - Contribute ideas for menu development and specials. ** About You** - Experience in a café, coffee shop, or similar kitchen environment. - Confident cooking eggs and brunch-style dishes to order. - Strong prep skills and an organised approach to kitchen work. - Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is preferred). - Positive, can-do attitude and a team player. - Ability to work under pressure during busy periods. - Must be able to work weekends. ** What We Offer** - Competitive pay based on experience. - 28 days paid holiday. - Daytime hours – no late nights. - A supportive and friendly work environment. - Opportunity to contribute to menu development. - Staff meals and discounts. - Service Charge + Tips

Pizza Assistant – Join the Al Forno Wimbledon Team! Are you passionate about pizza and eager to grow in a fast-paced kitchen environment? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Pizza Assistant to join our lively team at Al Forno Wimbledon. If you love food (especially pizza!) and enjoy working with others, this could be the perfect role for you. Key Responsibilities - Assist with pizza dough preparation: mixing, proofing, and rolling. - Add toppings according to house recipes and customer preferences with care and attention to detail. - Operate the pizza oven, ensuring perfect cooking and delicious results every time. - Maintain a clean and organised work area, following all health and safety guidelines. - Help manage stock of pizza ingredients, checking for freshness and availability. - Support the kitchen team in creating new pizza ideas and improving current recipes. - Occasionally support with other kitchen tasks and menu items as needed. - Provide excellent customer service when needed, handling questions or feedback on our pizzas. What We’re Looking For: - Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not essential—we value passion and a willingness to learn. - A genuine love for cooking, especially pizza! - Ability to stay focused and efficient in a busy kitchen environment. - Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. What We Offer: - A friendly and supportive work environment. - Full training and opportunities for career development. - Competitive pay and staff benefits. Perks include: - One staff meal per shift (from the staff menu) - One soft drink and one hot drink per shift - Discount on other menu items outside the staff meal

Chef – Part-Time (Self-Employed) Location: Flavour Hubb at Wimbledon Racquets and Fitness Club Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM Shifts: Morning and Evening available About Us: Flavour Hubb is a small, independent business located inside the Wimbledon Racquets and Fitness Club. We specialise in fresh, flavourful Malay and Thai cuisine and serve both daily meals and special event catering for club members and teams. We're passionate about sharing authentic Southeast Asian food with our community and are looking for someone who shares that same love for bold, fresh flavours. Who We’re Looking For: We’re looking for an energetic, friendly and hard-working individual to join our kitchen team. Ideally, you’ll have some experience with Thai or Malay cuisine—or at least a strong passion to learn. This is a great opportunity for someone who’s keen to develop their skills and contribute to a growing business. Key Responsibilities: Prepare food efficiently and consistently to high standards Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times Assist with food prep, cooking, and plating Help manage food orders and stock organisation Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment Support the Head Chef with menu development, pricing, and portion control Take and serve customer orders with a friendly attitude Interact with club members and event guests when needed What We Offer: Flexible part-time hours (split into morning and evening shifts) Hands-on experience with authentic Southeast Asian cuisine A friendly, supportive working environment The chance to grow with a unique food concept inside a dynamic sports club If you’re enthusiastic about cooking and love working in a fast-paced, hands-on kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced chef or just starting out but full of passion, get in touch and tell us why you'd be a great fit for Flavour Hubb.

Duties: - Examines food stuffs from suppliers to ensure quality - Plans menus, prepares, seasons and cooks food stuffs or oversees their preparation and monitors the quality of finished dishes - Supervises, organises and instructs kitchen staff and manages the whole kitchen or an area of the kitchen - Ensures relevant hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained within the kitchen - Plans and co-ordinates kitchen work such as fetching, clearing and cleaning of equipment and utensils.

As a Chef de Partie, you would be working on a variety of stations. responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the guests through preparation, cooking and food presentation. Takes leadership role during the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.. Must adhere to all sanitation regulations and requirements and also responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items and equipment. 1. Able to organise the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders. 2. Able to prepare and sells food within recommended time frames to meet Guest expectations. 3. Able to operate kitchen equipment like braising pan, baking ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers. 4. Able to produce quality product in a timely and efficient manner for the guests or staff. 5. Responsible to maintain cleanliness, sanitation at the assigned work area. 6. Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by the recipe and to specification.

We are looking for someone great to join our Croydon team. As a part of a small kitchen team you will prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations. You have to be able to communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time. You will need to be able to use you own initiative at quieter times and also be able to work under pressure and as part of a team on super busy shifts, you need to be a real team-player! You will have to maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors. You must have experience with a high volume, fast paced environment and be flexible. We proudly serve the best chicken to our customers and genuinely love what we do and expect the same attitude from our team. We run "recommend a friend" scheme where you both get a bonus of £150 after successfully completing your probation. We love promoting from within and encourage career growth, everyone loves a success story! Please do get in touch if you think you could be the one!

Your Role: As a Chef & FOH Team Member, you’ll be a key part of Wild Tiger’s day-to-day operations. One moment you might be plating up curry or frying dumplings; the next, you’re chatting with customers, taking orders, and sharing our story. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook Wild Tiger’s signature Thai dishes to spec and high standards Set up and pack down cooking and serving stations at Boxpark Croydon Handle customer orders with energy and friendliness Maintain cleanliness and food hygiene standards Take payments and manage queues efficiently Be an ambassador for the Wild Tiger brand Support the team wherever needed — kitchen, counter, or logistics

We are seeking a skilled and creative Chef with strong knowledge and hands-on experience in Turkish cuisine, particularly traditional Turkish breakfast and brunch. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Turkish ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation. You will be responsible for developing, preparing, and presenting high-quality dishes that celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Turkey.

Job Opportunity: Chef Join our passionate team and make a difference! Position: Café Cook Hours: 35 hours per week. Location: Earlsfield, SW17 Are you a skilled cook with a passion for fresh, high-quality food? We are looking for a motivated Café Chef to join our team and contribute to our social enterprise, providing excellent customer service and workplace opportunities. About the Role As a Café Chef, you will prepare and serve freshly made breakfasts, Brunch, light lunches, cakes, and snacks. You’ll work closely with the owners to maintain a high standard of food quality and customer experience. Your role will also include supporting the development of menu ideas and maintaining kitchen hygiene standards. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality breakfast, lunch, and snack options for eat-in and takeaway customers. Cook to order in a fast-paced café environment while maintaining excellent presentation and taste. Engage with customers, responding to feedback to enhance their experience. Assist in menu planning and introducing new dishes to attract customers and boost revenue. Maintain high hygiene standards, ensuring all areas, including fridges and freezers, are kept clean and well-organized. Monitor and record fridge and freezer temperatures daily. Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation according to food hygiene regulations. Minimise food wastage and keep track of inventory. Maintain and report issues with kitchen equipment to the Owners. Comply with all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations. Person Specification: Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a café, restaurant, canteen, or pub kitchen. Strong cooking skills with a flair for high-quality food preparation. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A proactive and motivated approach, with the ability to work under pressure. A positive, customer-focused attitude with a passion for food. Good time management and the ability to multitask effectively. Desirable: Food Safety & Hygiene and Understanding Allergens qualifications. Personal Qualities: A results-driven approach with a commitment to high standards. A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and contributes to a positive workplace. Customer-focused, professional, and proactive in problem-solving. Eager to learn and take advantage of development opportunities. Why Join Us? Work in a friendly and supportive team with a strong community focus. · If you’re ready to bring your Chef skills to Toast Stores and be part of something fresh and exciting, we’d love to hear from you!

Kitchen Assistant Please note: This is currently a part-time position, with the potential to develop into a full-time role towards Christmas. It is not suitable for students seeking seasonal summer work. Job description Ralph’s is actively recruiting for General Catering Assistants to work in Our friendly production kitchen in Chessington Surrey, working hours are on any given day where necessary between 8 am and 4 pm. You must be able to work on any given day, however these days will be planned in advance with plenty of notice. The roles vary depending on the needs of the business and your experience. However, no kitchen experience is needed. General Kitchen Assistants duties may include but not limited to: General preparation and clean-down of kitchen areas Food preparation Food packaging and labelling Cleaning general areas within the site Washing up Deliveries (if clean UK licence held) What we offer: Work with an award winning chef of more than 10 Great Taste Awards Flexible working hours that work for you (minimum 16 hours per week). Free on site training Further opportunities subject to experience and progress within the job A temporary position may lead on to a permanent opportunity Small friendly team Sampling of new recipes Immediate start Requirements Right to work on the UK documentation Previous catering experience is a bonus, but it is not essential as full training will be provided. Driving would be an advantage due to some of our locations, but it’s not essential. If you are available for regular or temporary work, we would love to hear from you – there will be guaranteed work so APPLY TODAY! Job Type: Temporary, part time leading to full time optional Pay: £12.21 per hour starting rate Benefits: Employee discount Flexitime Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Saturday work available to UK driving licence holders Two week trial period Work Location: In person Experience - Previous experience in a kitchen environment is advantageous but not essential; a willingness to learn is key. - Familiarity with food safety standards and practices is preferred, full training provided - A passion for cooking and an eagerness to assist in a team-oriented setting will be highly regarded. Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.21 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Chef: 1 year (preferred) Catering: 1 year (preferred) Cooking: 1 year (preferred) Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Kitchen Assistant Expected start date: 01/06/2025 Understanding of food safety practices and regulations is beneficial. Ability to work effectively in a team setting while also being capable of taking initiative when needed. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining high standards in meal preparation. If you are passionate about food and eager to develop your skills in a supportive kitchen environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Kitchen Assistant. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.21 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

We are a small Cafe / Restaurant serving breakfast and lunch, making all the food from scratch. We are looking for someone with experience in the kitchen, who is passionate about food and who is looking to take the lead in a friendly neighbourhood cafe. You must be able to oversee a small team, be organised and have great communication skills.

Bart & Taylor Co. are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants, spanning from London to the North of England, Each with their own unique concept and style. We're seeking reliable, hard working and passionate Sous Chef to join our team. Fern is a premium 'all-day' small plates/sharing restaurant, opening for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Plus brunch on Saturdays, and roast on Sundays. You will be passionate about preparing, cooking, and presenting fresh and seasonal produce. You will be a self-proclaimed ‘foodie and be able to thrive in high pressure environments. Fern is located opposite East Croydon Station which is ideal for those commuting via train, tram or bus. We provide a clear path of progression to those who desire it through our company pathway program. This role would suit either an experienced Sous Chef, looking for a new and exciting challenge within a small but growing company, or a highly experienced CDP or SCDP, looking for an opportunity for progression.