84 Best food prep Jobs in Purley (November 2026)

We’re looking for foodies to join our kitchen teams at our Coulsdon and upcoming Caterham branch. We’re looking for hands-on foodies who can take ownership of sections in the kitchen, keep things running smoothly and take pride in the food that leaves the pass. You don’t need to have formal chef experience. If you’re confident in the kitchen, passionate about food and ready to take responsibility, we can train you up. Kitchen or chef experience is desirable. You will: • Take ownership of the kitchen and keep service running smoothly, • Prepare and cook menu items throughout the day, • Complete daily prep and stay on top of prep lists, • Follow recipes, portion standards and food safety procedures, • Maintain consistently high standards of quality and presentation, • Keep the kitchen clean, organised and efficient, • Manage stock rotation and support with deliveries, • Keep on top of waste and food storage, • Communicate with the front-of-house team throughout service, • Help train and support other members of the kitchen team, • Look after kitchen equipment and make sure everything is ready for service, • Stay calm, organised and proactive during busy periods You bring: • A genuine passion for food and cooking, • Confidence working independently and taking ownership, • Kitchen or chef experience is desirable, but not essential, • Good organisation and the ability to work at pace, • Strong attention to quality and consistency, • Good communication skills, • A positive, team-focused attitude, • A willingness to learn and develop your kitchen skills, • Pride in the food you put out, • A proactive attitude and the ability to spot what needs doing What we need from you: • Availability to work some weekends as part of your regular rota, • Flexibility to work across busy periods and support the wider kitchen team, • A reliable, hands-on approach and willingness to get stuck in What you get: • Endless cups of Grumpy Goose coffee while you’re on shift, • A free meal while you’re working, • Shared tips across the team, • Pension scheme, • Daytime hours with no evening shifts, • Staff discount when you visit us on your days off, • The chance to be part of our growing team

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Whelan's Pub Chain We serve daily specials, hearty Sunday roasts, a full main menu, and a children’s offering; all in an environment that caters equally for families, groups, music lovers and sport watchers. Whelan's Pub Chain The Role We are looking for a talented, reliable Chef who will: • Plan, prepare and cook the core menu, daily specials, and Sunday roasts to high standard, • Ensure food consistency, quality, presentation and cost control, • Manage the kitchen prep, stock rotation, ordering and safe storage of all food items, • Maintain health & safety, hygiene & cleanliness standards in the kitchen at all times, • Work closely with Front of House to ensure smooth service across all meal periods, • Help train and support junior kitchen staff, and be a positive team member Requirements To succeed in this role you should have: • Proven experience as a Chef, ideally in a busy pub / gastro-pub / casual dining environment, • Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety (e.g. HACCP), • Ability to work to recipes and adapt when needed; creativity in developing specials and seasonal dishes, • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks during service peaks, • Good communication & teamwork skills What We Offer • Competitive salary, • Opportunity to work in a vibrant, well-established pub with high footfall and a strong reputation, • Supportive team environment with chances for creative input into menus & specials, • Regular service hours with occasional evenings / weekends, as typical in hospitality, • Staff benefits (e.g. meals on duty, staff discounts) How to Apply If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills to The New Inn and help us deliver great food in a welcoming and energetic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

🇮🇹 Join the Spaghetti Tree FamilyWhere passion meets pasta, fire meets flavour, and chefs become legends. Award-winning Italian restaurants and recently crown the best in the UK with the PAPA Awards (pizza pasta association) We are expanding our talented kitchen team across our Surrey restaurants and are looking for passionate, hardworking chefs who thrive in a fast-paced environment and love creating unforgettable Italian dishes. If you’re ready to cook with heart, work with quality ingredients, and grow with a family-run brand that rewards loyalty and talent — we want you. 🍝 What We’re Looking For:✅ Experience in Italian or Mediterranean kitchens (preferred)✅ Passion for high-quality ingredients and consistency✅ Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment✅ Team player with pride in their craft✅ Own initiative, organisation, and strong kitchen discipline✅ Creative flair with a love for classic Italian cooking 🔪 Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook dishes to Spaghetti Tree standards, • Maintain cleanliness & kitchen organisation, • Support stock control, prep & daily service flow, • Work closely with senior chefs to uphold quality, • Follow health & safety and food hygiene standards, • Help contribute to menu development and specials 🌟 What We Offer:🔥 Competitive salary🔥 Staff discount across all branches🔥 Career growth within a rapidly expanding company🔥 Supportive kitchen culture🔥 Chance to work in an award-winning restaurant group🔥 Free staff meals on shift🔥 Training & development🔥 Being part of a team that celebrates success 📍 Locations:📌 Walton-on-the-Hill - KT20 7RW📌 Warlingham - CR6 9DZ📌 Shirley, Croydon - CR0 8BE

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