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About the Role We are looking for an experienced, reliable and passionate Cook to join our catering team. We are looking for someone with a genuine understanding and appreciation of traditional British cuisine, who takes pride in preparing good, honest, well-cooked food. This role would suit a practical, hands-on cook who is confident in the kitchen and familiar with classic English dishes, traditional pub food and wholesome, home-style cooking. We are not looking for a fine-dining or overly complicated approach to food. Instead, we want someone who understands the importance of good ingredients, traditional cooking methods, consistency and delivering food to a high standard. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and cooking traditional dishes and everyday favourites., • Preparing homemade meals, including roasts, pies, stews, casseroles, fish dishes, vegetables and traditional puddings., • Preparing food in larger quantities while maintaining quality and consistency., • Carrying out food preparation and ensuring the kitchen is organised and ready for service., • Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and food safety standards., • Working alongside the catering team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations., • Managing preparation and cooking times to ensure food is ready for service., • About the Venue, • We are an established catering operation based within a private members’ club, providing food and dining services for members and their guests in a traditional, welcoming setting., • Our catering varies from day to day, with smaller lunches and meals for around 10 people through to larger dining services and functions catering for up to 100 guests., • We pride ourselves on providing good-quality, freshly prepared food, with an emphasis on traditional British cooking, generous portions and consistent standards. Our food offering is centred around classic English favourites, traditional home-style dishes and seasonal menus. What We Are Looking For • Previous experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen role., • A strong knowledge of traditional English and British cuisine., • Confidence preparing classic dishes from scratch., • Someone practical, hardworking and organised with good kitchen skills., • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team., • Someone reliable who takes pride in their cooking and presentation., • A positive attitude and a hands-on approach to kitchen work. What We Offer • 3–6 working days per week, depending on business requirements., • Potential for a salaried position for the right candidate., • An attractive seasonal working arrangement, with the potential for two months off during the summer, 60-75% off full pay, • A friendly and established catering environment., • Opportunity to become a valued, long-term member of the team. If you are a traditional cook who enjoys preparing good-quality, hearty food and takes pride in doing the basics exceptionally well, we would love to hear from you. About the Venue We are an established catering operation based within a private members’ club, providing food and dining services for members and their guests in a traditional, welcoming setting. Our catering varies from day to day, with smaller lunches and meals for around 10 people through to larger dining services and functions catering for up to 120 guests. We pride ourselves on providing good-quality, freshly prepared food, with an emphasis on traditional cooking, generous portions and consistent standards. Our food offering is centred around classic English favourites, traditional home-style dishes and seasonal menus.

Head Chef / SOUS CHEF— Nigerian Cuisine — Jollof Haven (Surbiton) — Opening Team Location: Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7AQ Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,000 - £35,000 per year (DOE) + Tips + Bonus Start Date: November 2026 — Interviews October 2026 About Jollof Haven:* Surbiton's first authentic Nigerian Restaurant & Bar — opening November 2026. 40-cover restaurant + bar + takeaway/delivery. We are bringing true Lagos flavour, premium presentation, and warm Naija hospitality to Surbiton. We need a Head Chef who can OWN the kitchen. If you are interested and believe you have the experience to be a head chef or The Role: You will be responsible for the entire kitchen operation — from menu execution to team leadership, stock, hygiene and profitability. This is not just cooking — this is building a brand. Key Responsibilities: • Leading daily kitchen operations and managing all kitchen staff, • Preparing, cooking and presenting all Nigerian dishes to highest standard: Jollof Rice (Party & Classic), Fried Rice, Ofada & Ayamase, Suya, Asun, Nkwobi, Isi Ewu, Amala & Ewedu/Gbegiri, Pounded Yam, Egusi, Efo Riro, Ogbono, Oha, Banga, Afang, Pepper Soup (Goat, Fish, Assorted), Moi Moi, etc., • Developing specials, controlling portioning and reducing waste, • Creating prep lists, ordering stock, and liaising with suppliers, • Maintaining 100% Food Hygiene, HACCP, allergen compliance and EHO readiness, • Training, mentoring and rostering Chef Assistants / Commis, • Managing food cost, GP, and working with owner on menu pricing, • Ensuring consistent taste — every plate must taste like home What We Need: • Proven experience as Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef in Nigerian / West African restaurant (UK essential), • Expert in cooking almost all major Nigerian dishes — you must be able to cook them blindfolded, • Strong leadership — able to lead, train and discipline kitchen team, • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required), • Level 2 Allergy Awareness, HACCP knowledge, • Right to Work in UK — must be reliable and punctual, • Able to work evenings and weekends Benefits: • £28k-£35k + service charge/tips + performance bonus, • Free staff meals on shift, • 28 days holiday, • Be the founding Head Chef — name on the menu, creative input, • Growth to Executive Chef as we expand Application Questions: 1. How many years as Head Chef / Senior Sous in Nigerian restaurant?, 2. List 10 Nigerian dishes you can cook at high restaurant standard., 3. Do you hold Level 3 Food Hygiene? (Certificate number?), 4. Can you reliably commute to Surbiton KT6?, 5. Are you available for a paid trial shift (cooking 3 dishes)? Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount