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  • Group Pastry Chef
    Group Pastry Chef
    2 days ago
    £50000–£65000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    The Group Pastry Chef leads the pastry function across all Pachamama Group venues, including**, Zephyr (London Monaco), Bottarga, Nina, Lagana, and Soraya**. This role is responsible for menu development, consistency, cost control, and team performance, while ensuring that each concept maintains its own identity. A key responsibility is to protect and respect the existing recipes and established pastry direction of the group, ensuring consistency across all sites. Any evolution or innovation must align with the group's standards and be implemented in a controlled and structured way. Responsibilities Menu Development \& Creativity • Develop and implement seasonal dessert menus across all venues., • Adapt menus to reflect each concept's identity (Italian, Greek, Mediterranean influences)., • Refine existing desserts without compromising their original intent. ** Recipe Integrity Consistency** • Maintain and enforce all existing group recipes as the foundation of the pastry offering., • Ensure consistency in execution, taste, and presentation across all sites., • Implement any recipe changes only after validation and approval. Operational Excellence • Implement and maintain SOPs for all pastry sections., • Ensure recipes are efficient, practical, and service-friendly., • Improve workflows to increase productivity and reduce waste., • Support all kitchens in maintaining high daily standards. Cost Control \& Profitability • Monitor and manage food cost across all pastry operations., • Optimise recipes to achieve strong GP% without compromising quality., • Reduce waste and improve yields across production., • Support supplier selection and product sourcing. Team Leadership \& Training • Lead, train, and develop pastry teams across all venues., • Ensure strict adherence to group recipes and standards., • Conduct regular training sessions and performance reviews., • Support recruitment, trials, and succession planning. Quality Control \& Audits • Conduct regular site visits and operational audits., • Monitor execution, presentation, and compliance with recipes., • Identify issues quickly and implement corrective actions. Collaboration • Work closely with Head Chefs and FOH teams across all sites., • Ensure desserts integrate seamlessly into the guest experience., • Support menu tastings, openings, and events., • Assist with brand and marketing initiatives where required. Innovation \& Brand Development • Introduce new ideas aligned with the group's identity and direction., • Develop signature desserts for each concept., • Stay updated with trends while maintaining brand consistency. Requirements • Experience managing pastry across multiple sites., • Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills., • Flexibility to travel between London and Monaco. What We Offer • Leadership role within a growing and evolving restaurant group., • Opportunity to work across multiple concepts and international locations., • Creative input within a structured and professional environment., • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to develop your skills and knowledge., • Supportive work environment that values respect and teamwork., • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for psychological, financial, and legal support., • Monthly salary payments, paid on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Career development opportunities, including regular appraisals and progression planning. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.

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  • Authentic Nigerian Food Chef / Cook Required in Lewisham SE13
    Authentic Nigerian Food Chef / Cook Required in Lewisham SE13
    22 days ago
    £10–£13 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Join the Flavor Revolution at Island Stove! Location: Lewisham, London SE13 Salary: Competitive The Vibe at Island Stove We aren’t just serving food; we’re serving culture, heat, and soul. Island Stove is a fast-growing brand on a mission to bring the authentic taste of Lagos and beyond to the heart of London. We’re looking for a kitchen rockstar who knows their way around a scotch bonnet and can make a pot of Jollof so good it’ll start a conversation. If you take pride in your seasoning and think "party rice" is a lifestyle, we want you! Key Responsibilities: • The Classics: Whipping up legendary batches of Jollof Rice, Fried Rice, Egusi, Ogbono, and Pepper Soup that taste like home., • Cook food in large batches for takeaway and delivery orders., • Follow recipes and maintain consistency in taste, quality, and presentation., • Prepare ingredients such as chopping vegetables, seasoning meats, and organising food prep., • Maintain a clean and organised kitchen workspace., • Wash and sanitise pots, pans, utensils, and cooking equipment used during food preparation., • Assist with general kitchen cleaning duties at the end of shifts., • Ensure all food hygiene and safety standards are followed. Requirements: • Experience cooking Nigerian cuisine., • Ability to cook efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Good knowledge of Nigerian ingredients and traditional cooking methods., • Hardworking, reliable, and organised., • Ability to maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness. Bonus Points if: • You’ve worked in a busy Nigerian restaurant or takeaway before., • You have a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Why You’ll Love Us • Good Vibes Only: Work in a friendly, supportive, and energetic environment., • Grow With Us: We’re expanding fast—come be a foundation member of the team!, • Life-Work Balance: Flexible hours because we know you have a life outside the kitchen. This role is ideal for a dedicated culinary professional eager to advance their career within a vibrant hospitality setting. The successful applicant will bring passion, leadership, and expertise to our team while maintaining the highest standards of quality. How to Apply: Send your CV or a short message about your cooking experience

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    27 days ago
    £18000 yearly
    Part-time
    London

    Reports to: Head Chef (Shankar Gurumurthy) Department: Operations Location: Wood Green, London N22 Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday (full-time) Type: Permanent About Eat Píng Eat Píng is a fast-growing, London-based meal subscription business delivering balanced and nutritious Asian food at scale. We combine authentic flavours with healthier ingredient substitutions and no trade-off between taste and health. We’ve scaled from zero to over 5,500 meals per week within our first year and are building the operational foundations to triple that. This is not a live-service kitchen. We are a food production operation built with systematic, military-grade operational discipline. Every dish follows a standardised recipe bible and plating bible, batch cooked and blast chilled to exacting food safety standards. The Role We’re hiring a Chef de Partie to take ownership of a designated section within our production kitchen. You’ll be responsible for executing your station to the highest standard across our weekly production cycle from prep through to portioning. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in precision, consistency, and speed, and who wants to grow within a fast-scaling food business. Key Responsibilities Production & Execution • Take full ownership of your assigned section across the weekly production cycle: sauce prep (Tuesday), main prep (Wednesday), production (Thursday), portioning and sealing (Friday–Saturday), • Execute batch cooking to recipe bible specifications using commercial kitchen equipment including Rational Bratt Pans, convection ovens, blast chillers, and Robocoupes, • Ensure all food from your section is blast chilled to below 2°C within protocol timeframes and correctly transferred to cold room storage, • Operate your designated station on the 4-station portioning assembly line (carb, protein, vegetable, or sauce/garnish), maintaining speed and accuracy Quality & Consistency • Prepare all dishes to the exact specifications set out in the recipe bible and plating bible as consistency is a non-negotiable, • Monitor dish weights and presentation at your station to ensure adherence to plating standards, • Conduct taste checks on your section’s output and flag any quality concerns to the Head Chef immediately Requirements Essential: • Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up, in a high-volume food production or commercial kitchen environment, • Solid understanding of batch cooking techniques, blast chilling protocols, and cold chain management, • Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certification (HS2) — or willingness to obtain before start date, • Working knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety record-keeping, • Competent operating commercial kitchen equipment (Bratt pans, convection ovens, blast chillers, Robocoupes), • Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain high standards under pressure across long production days, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, scaling startup environment where discipline and output matter, • Right to work in the UK Desirable: • Experience with Asian cuisine, particularly South East Asian, Chinese, Korean, or Japanese cooking techniques and flavour profiles, • Background in meal prep, subscription food, or FMCG food production, • Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene certification Our Culture Eat Píng operates by four core standards. These aren’t aspirational — they’re how we work every day: • Aggressive Intensity — We are here to win. We expect high performers who consistently bring their A-game., • Ruthless Efficiency — Every effort must drive meaningful results. We focus on what matters most and execute relentlessly., • Cross Collaboration — No role operates in isolation. Kitchen, operations, growth, and tech work together with shared responsibility., • Creative Discipline — Punctuality, professionalism, and respect are mandatory. At the same time, if you believe a process can be improved, we want to hear it.

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  • Early Years Practitioner
    Early Years Practitioner
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Greenford

    We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join our team. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education to young children, fostering their development and preparing them for future learning. Responsibilities: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and learning experiences based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to explore, learn, and develop. Observe and assess children's development, maintaining accurate records and progress reports. Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to promote open communication and collaboration. Support children with their personal care routines, including feeding, toileting, and nap times. Promote positive behavior management strategies and encourage social skills and emotional development. Participate in team meetings, parent consultations, and continuous professional development opportunities. Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting learning environment, ensuring health and safety standards are met at all times. Requirements: Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification or equivalent (e.g., CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, NVQ Level 3 in Childcare). Previous experience working with children in an early years setting is preferred. Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and its implementation. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Passionate about early childhood education and child development. First Aid and Safeguarding training certificates are desirable. Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and occasional evenings. Joining our team offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children and their families. If you are a passionate and caring Early Years Practitioner with a commitment to early childhood education, we invite you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

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