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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!

We are looking for an experienced specialty all rounder to join our team at Artful Blend. You must be enthusiastic about hospitality, have an ability to multitask and be organised. Job Type: Full time position, on a shift basis, Monday - Sunday (7am - 4.30pm weekdays & weekends 9am-4pm) Main roles will include; - Preparation and execution of a wide range of hot/cold drinks. - Preparation, construction and maintenance of a pastry & cake display. Key understanding of various dietary requirements/allergens. - Preparation and execution of menu food items including: sourdough toasties/bagels, and savoury/sweet brunch options. - Greeting customers, taking orders and serving food/drink items. - Cleaning work areas, utensils & equipment. Turning down equipment and FOH/BOH at the end of the day, in preparation for the following day. - A sense of humour is a plus :) The ideal candidate should have exceptional customer service skills, show an excellent understanding of espresso shot assessment, grinder adjustment & ability to texture milk consistently, and have a natural passion for creative food curation and execution. While being a chef is not crucial, a general understanding of food preparation and construction is essential. This is a multi-tasking role in a fast paced environment, so the ability to prioritise duties is vital. Coffee training and development at Perky Blenders Roastery. You will be working on a brand new VA Eagle One Espresso Machine and Mazzer V Major Grinder. Salary: £11.50 - £13 per hour (doe) Benefits: Discounted or free food Flexible schedule On-site parking Barista experience: 1 year (preferred) Hospitality: 1 year (preferred) customer service: 1 year (preferred)

We are looking to hire an experienced restaurant manager to ensure our restaurant operates efficiently and profitably while maintaining its good reputation and ethos. This appointment is for a manager to take responsibility for the restaurant's business performance, quality standards, and health and safety, as well as staff and customer satisfaction. Combining strategic planning and day-to-day management activities, the role is both business-like and creative, particularly in terms of marketing and business development. As a restaurant manager, you'll need to: • take responsibility for the business performance of the restaurant • analyse and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability • organise marketing activities, such as promotional events and discount schemes • prepare reports at the end of the shift/week, including staff control, food control and sales • create and execute plans for department sales, profit and staff developmentset budgets or agree them with senior management • plan and coordinate menus, working closely with the head chef • coordinate the operation of the restaurant ensuring that kitchen, bar and waiting staff are working as a team • recruit, train, manage and motivate staff • respond to customer queries and complaints • meet and greet customers, organise table reservations and offer advice about menu and wine choices • maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety • check stock levels, order supplies and prepare cash drawers and petty cash • comply with licensing laws and other legal requirements.