Head Chef — Launch & lead a groundbreaking Café in South East London South East London | 🕒 Full-time | Competitive salary + profit share potential About Us We’re creating more than just a café — this is a space where the energy of original South London meets the tastes of the city’s new wave. Think: unapologetically local, creatively elevated, and community-driven. Our menu will blend modern British comfort, bold global flavours, and nostalgic nods to the streets that raised us — all with the quality and presentation expected from a city that loves to brunch, snack, and gather in style. We’re looking for a Head Chef who can bring this vision to life — someone who’s as passionate about the details as they are about the bigger picture. If you want to shape a kitchen that people travel across the city for, this is your chance. The Role This isn’t just a job. This is your kitchen. Your menu. Your moment! As our Head Chef, you’ll: Design and execute a unique, fresh, South London-inspired menu that speaks to both long-time locals and newer residents. Champion quality, sustainability, and seasonality in every dish. Build and lead a small but mighty kitchen team with high standards and creative flair. Ensure exceptional food hygiene, cost control, and consistency. Work closely with ownership to refine the vision, shape specials, and adapt to trends. Be the face of the kitchen — engaging with customers, collaborating on events, and becoming part of the community fabric. What We’re Looking For ✔ A chef with serious talent, creativity, and ambition — someone ready to leave their mark. ✔ Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in a fast-paced, quality-focused kitchen (brunch, small plates, bakery, or fusion experience a bonus). ✔ Strong understanding of modern café culture + an appreciation for London’s diverse food scene. ✔ Ability to design and cost menus that balance flair, profit and accessibility. ✔ Confident, inspiring leadership style — you’ll recruit, train, and motivate a small team from the ground up. ✔ Passion for local suppliers, ethical sourcing, and seasonal ingredients. Perks • A genuine opportunity to build something from the start. • Profit-sharing options for the right candidate. • Creative freedom: your ideas will shape this café. • Potential for future expansion and career growth as we scale.
**Job Title: Chef de Partie – Pan Asian Fusion Restaurant and Cafe Location: Clapham High Street Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time Salary Range: up to £30,000 Reports To: Head chef/Sous chef **Job Summary:** We are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef de Partie to join our Asian fusion kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen (e.g., wok station, cold section, grill, or momo) while maintaining high standards of taste, presentation, and efficiency. You will work closely with the Sous Chef and line cooks to ensure smooth service and consistency in our innovative Asian fusion dishes. Key Responsibilities: - Station Management: Oversee and execute all dishes from your assigned section with precision, speed, and attention to detail. - Food Preparation: Prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards. - Quality Control: Ensure every dish leaving your station meets taste, texture, and presentation expectations. - Team Collaboration: Assist other kitchen sections when needed and communicate effectively with front-of-house staff. - Inventory & Waste Control: Monitor stock levels for your station, report shortages, and minimize food waste. - Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines. - Training Support: Guide and mentor junior cooks and commis chefs in your section. Qualifications & Skills: - Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in Asian or fusion cuisine. - Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in your assigned station (e.g., wok cooking, grilling, or dumpling / momo making). - Team Player: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. - Attention to Detail: Keen eye for presentation and consistency in food quality. - Adaptability: Willingness to learn new techniques and contribute to menu development. - Food Safety: Knowledge of proper food handling (ServSafe or equivalent certification is a plus). - Flexibility: Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Preferred Qualifications: - Culinary school training or apprenticeship in Asian cuisine. - Experience in a high-volume or upscale restaurant. - Familiarity with both traditional and modern Asian cooking methods. **Benefits (if applicable) - Competitive pay and NEST pension scheme - Staff meals - Opportunities for advancement *How to Apply:* Submit your resume and a brief cover letter
Position Summary This position will involve delivering great quality of food, ensure that company standards are adhered to at all times and have a real passion for food. Position Scope This position is responsible for producing excellent quality food and upholding the company standards regarding food safety, health and hygiene and menu execution. Key Position Responsibilities 1. Excellent level of product knowledge and the ability to work in specified section within the kitchen 2. Ability to plan relevant section for the shift, ensuring correct levels of preparation 3. Ensure company hygiene, food safety and health and safety policies are adhered to across food labelling, food storage, temperature check and stock rotation 4. Displaying the highest level of customer service, product knowledge, being presentable and wearing the correct uniform 5. Deliver high level of food quality against specification to ensure the customer receives high standard of food quality 6. Ensuring food standard is adhered to throughout the kitchen demonstrating an eye for detail 7. Deliver high level of food quality to ensure the customer receives the high standard of food 8. To communicate any issues such as food availability and equipment conditions 9. Ensure all company hygiene, food and hygiene is adhered to as well as health and safety policies attended to Key People Responsibilities To liaise with members of the team with professionalism and respect at all times Knowledge, Skills & experience · Good verbal communication skills · Good organisation skills · A positive attitude · Passionate about the delivery of high standard food · High level of self motivation and ability to use own initiative · To be an effective team player liaising with other team members to achieve a seamless service · Good understanding of health and safety, food and hygiene · Previous Chef experience an advantage but not necessary as training will be provided.