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  • Tandoori Chef
    Tandoori Chef
    24 days ago
    £10–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    Uxbridge

    Overview We are seeking an experienced and passionate Tandoor Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen management, with a particular focus on tandoor cuisine. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase traditional Indian cooking techniques while leading a team in a dynamic hospitality environment. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing authentic tandoori dishes, supervising kitchen operations, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality are maintained at all times. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a variety of tandoori dishes with authentic flavours and presentation standards., • Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to health and safety regulations., • Supervise junior kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, and support to maintain high standards of food production., • Manage food inventory, organise supplies, and ensure proper storage practices are followed., • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area in compliance with hygiene standards., • Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction., • Monitor food quality during preparation and presentation, making adjustments as necessary to meet quality benchmarks., • Implement food safety procedures and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. Skills • Proven experience in food production, particularly in Indian or Asian cuisine involving tandoor cooking methods., • Supervising experience within a busy kitchen environment, demonstrating leadership capabilities., • Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in hospitality settings., • Excellent culinary skills with a focus on authentic tandoori dishes and traditional cooking techniques., • Ability to manage a team effectively while maintaining a positive working environment., • Good organisational skills for inventory management and kitchen operations planning., • Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is highly desirable., • Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and front-of-house staff., • Passion for culinary excellence and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

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  • Head Waiter & Waitresses Required
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    Head Waiter & Waitresses Required
    4 hours ago
    £13–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    Uxbridge

    We are seeking enthusiastic, friendly, and professional Waiters and Waitresses to join the team at Tamara Lounge. You will be responsible for delivering outstanding customer service, ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience from the moment they arrive until they leave. As a valued member of our front-of-house team, you will represent the Tamara Lounge brand by providing attentive service, maintaining high standards, and working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: • Welcome guests in a warm and professional manner., • Present menus and confidently explain food, drinks, and specials., • Take accurate food and beverage orders using our EPOS system., • Serve food and drinks promptly and professionally., • Check back with guests throughout their meal to ensure satisfaction., • Handle guest requests and resolve minor issues professionally, escalating where necessary., • Upsell food, drinks, desserts, cocktails, and shisha where appropriate., • Prepare and maintain tables before, during, and after service., • Ensure all stations remain clean, organized, and fully stocked., • Process bills and payments accurately., • Work closely with the kitchen, bar, and management team to ensure smooth service., • Maintain excellent product knowledge of the menu, allergens, and promotions., • Follow all food hygiene, health & safety, and licensing procedures., • Assist with opening and closing duties., • Support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment. What We're Looking For: • Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • A positive attitude with a genuine passion for customer service., • Ability to remain calm under pressure during busy services., • Well-presented with excellent personal hygiene., • Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays., • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking., • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Skills Required: • Customer service, • Communication, • Teamwork, • Time management, • Organisation, • Attention to detail, • Problem-solving, • Sales and upselling, • Multitasking What We Offer: • Competitive hourly pay plus tips., • Staff meals during shifts., • Employee discounts., • Career development opportunities., • Ongoing training., • A fun, supportive, and professional working environment. Our Expectations: At Tamara Lounge, every guest should leave feeling that they have received exceptional food, drinks, and service. We expect every member of our team to: • Treat every guest with warmth, respect, and professionalism., • Take pride in their appearance and work., • Be proactive rather than waiting to be asked., • Support teammates during busy periods., • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and service., • Represent the Tamara Lounge brand with professionalism at all times.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 month ago
    £17.5–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    Chalfont Saint Peter

    We are looking for Sous Chefs for Nomadic Dinners based in Chalfont St Giles, Bucks. We create feasts in the forest inspired by the countryside around us, seasonal, veg-led food with a zero-waste approach, with lots of ferments and cooking over fire. You will work alongside the head chef and a team of chefs, foragers, growers and local suppliers and deliver high-quality creative dishes. You will thrive within the limitations of cooking in the forest. So get back to nature and swap the kitchen for our woodland. Event catering experience preferred. You will be responsible for the delivery of the menu when the head chef is absent. We run corporate & private events midweek on an ad-hoc basis, and on the weekends, we run events for the public. Shifts are flexible. The right candidate will receive a good rate of pay. We ask suitable candidates to come down and do a paid trial shift with us before committing to confirmed dates in our calendar. Our calendar is already looking very busy. Invoices are paid weekly. The rate of pay is based on experience. Responsibilities • Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to ensure high-quality dishes are served., • Maintain food safety standards and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times., • Manage food production schedules and inventory to ensure efficient operations., • Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional hospitality and service to guests. Qualifications • Proven experience in food preparation and cooking within a catering environment, • Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, • Background in hospitality and restaurant service, • Supervisory experience in food production settings, • Ability to effectively manage kitchen operations and staff Job Type: Freelance Ability to commute/relocate: • Chalfont Saint Giles HP8 4AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: • Cooking: 2 years (preferred) Work Location: In person

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