102 Best kitchen manager Jobs in Surbiton (September 2025)

Cocotte Richmond

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and reliable Line Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced kitchen, preparing high-quality dishes in accordance with the restaurant’s standards. As a Line Chef, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients, cooking meals to order, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in your station. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff, • Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies, • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion, • Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications, • Maintain cleanliness and comply with food safety standards, • Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, • Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen and equipment, • Communicate effectively with other team members and management, • Adapt to special requests, dietary restrictions, or allergy concerns, • Monitor food stock and report shortages to the Sous Chef or Head Chef Requirements: • Proven experience as a Line Chef, Cook, or similar role in a busy kitchen, • Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and cooking techniques, • Understanding of food safety practices and health regulations, • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team, • Excellent time management and organizational skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure, • High school diploma or equivalent; culinary school is a plus, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Preferred Qualities: • Passion for food and attention to detail, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow, • Dependable and punctual

Pizza Chef Description Passionate and skilled Pizza Chef with hands-on experience in preparing authentic, high-quality pizzas using traditional and modern techniques. Adept at working with fresh dough, crafting sauces, and selecting premium toppings to deliver exceptional taste and presentation. Experienced in wood-fired, stone-baked, and electric oven cooking, maintaining consistency under high-volume service. Strong knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and stock management. Creative in developing new recipes while respecting classic Italian traditions. Dedicated to teamwork, speed, and customer satisfaction. Key Skills: Dough preparation & fermentation Sauce and topping creation Oven operation (wood-fired, stone, deck) Menu development & recipe innovation Food hygiene & safety compliance Time management in busy kitchens

Berties, a popular neighbourhood eatery in Claygate, is looking for a capable and self-reliant chef to take charge of our compact kitchen and keep the quality we’re known for humming along smoothly. Key responsibilities • Uphold all food-safety and cleanliness standards, completing daily/weekly records. What we’re looking for • Solid experience in a similar role and the confidence to work independently., • Good organisational skills and a calm head when service gets busy., • A genuine passion for great, fuss-free food and friendly customer interaction. Pay & hours • Flexible shift pattern; typical week includes days, some evenings and alternate weekends. If you’d like to run your own kitchen, shape menus and be part of a small, welcoming team, we’d love to hear from you.

👨‍🍳 Sous Chef / Chef de Partie – Claygate Averna Claygate Averna, our independent Italian restaurant in the heart of Surrey, is looking for a passionate and motivated Sous Chef / Chef de Partie to join our growing team. We are known for our authentic Italian cuisine, fresh seasonal produce, and welcoming atmosphere. 🔹 Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen. Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard, following Italian tradition with a modern twist. Assist with menu development and seasonal specials. Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards. Train and support junior kitchen staff. Help manage stock, orders, and kitchen organisation. 🔹 Requirements Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen. Strong cooking skills with passion for Italian cuisine (pizza, fresh pasta, cicchetti). A positive, reliable team player with good communication skills. Ability to work under pressure during busy services. High standards of cleanliness and organisation. 🔹 We Offer Competitive pay based on experience. Staff meals and discounts. Friendly, supportive team in a growing local restaurant. Opportunity to learn authentic Italian recipes and grow with us. Flexible schedule and career progression. ✨ This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a passionate team bringing authentic Italian dining to Claygate. 📩 Apply now and join the Averna family!

About Us We are a busy and well-established Indian restaurant, renowned for authentic curries, tandoori dishes, and freshly baked naan. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality food and excellent service, and we are now looking for a skilled Curry & Tandoori Chef to join our kitchen team. The Role: As a Curry & Tandoori Chef, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting traditional Indian curries and tandoori dishes to a consistently high standard. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth kitchen operations and maintaining the authentic flavours our customers love. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook a wide range of curries, sauces, breads, and tandoori dishes. Marinate meats, seafood, and vegetables using authentic spice blends and yogurts. Operate and maintain the tandoor oven to a professional standard. Ensure dishes are cooked and presented consistently and on time. Maintain food hygiene and safety standards at all times (HACCP compliance). Manage stock levels, assist with ordering, and reduce food wastage. Support and mentor junior kitchen staff when required. Requirements: Previous experience (2+ years) as a Curry Chef or Tandoori Chef in a professional Indian kitchen. Strong knowledge of Indian spices, curries, and tandoori cooking techniques. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Valid credentials to work in the UK. What We Offer: Competitive salary(depending on experience). Staff meals provided during shifts. Uniform provided. Career progression opportunities (Head Chef / Kitchen Manager). Supportive and friendly working environment.

🍕 Pizza Chef (Electric Oven) We are looking for a passionate Pizza Chef with experience using electric pizza ovens to join our friendly team. 🔹 Responsibilities Prepare, stretch, top, and cook pizzas in a professional electric oven. Manage dough preparation and baking with consistency. Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organised. Work with the team to ensure smooth service. 🔹 Requirements Previous experience as a Pizza Chef (electric oven essential). Good knowledge of dough handling and pizza recipes. Reliable, hardworking, and a team player. Passion for quality food and customer satisfaction. 🔹 We Offer Competitive pay + staff meals. Friendly and supportive working environment. Training and opportunity to grow with us. Flexible working hours. If you’re a skilled Pizza Chef and enjoy working with electric ovens, we’d love to have you on our team. Apply now

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Flavour Hubb

Chef- part time (self employed)

Chef – Part-Time (Self-Employed) Location: Flavour Hubb at Wimbledon Racquets and Fitness Club Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM Shifts: Morning and Evening available About Us: Flavour Hubb is a small, independent business located inside the Wimbledon Racquets and Fitness Club. We specialise in fresh, flavourful Malay and Thai cuisine and serve both daily meals and special event catering for club members and teams. We're passionate about sharing authentic Southeast Asian food with our community and are looking for someone who shares that same love for bold, fresh flavours. Who We’re Looking For: We’re looking for an energetic, friendly and hard-working individual to join our kitchen team. Ideally, you’ll have some experience with Thai or Malay cuisine—or at least a strong passion to learn. This is a great opportunity for someone who’s keen to develop their skills and contribute to a growing business. Key Responsibilities: Prepare food efficiently and consistently to high standards Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times Assist with food prep, cooking, and plating Help manage food orders and stock organisation Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment Support the Head Chef with menu development, pricing, and portion control Take and serve customer orders with a friendly attitude Interact with club members and event guests when needed What We Offer: Flexible part-time hours (split into morning and evening shifts) Hands-on experience with authentic Southeast Asian cuisine A friendly, supportive working environment The chance to grow with a unique food concept inside a dynamic sports club If you’re enthusiastic about cooking and love working in a fast-paced, hands-on kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced chef or just starting out but full of passion, get in touch and tell us why you'd be a great fit for Flavour Hubb.

Pique is one of London’s leading caterers with a production kitchen in Earlsfield and a popular café in Battersea. Our mission is to bring fun, delicious, innovative, restaurant quality food to Londoners, whether that be at home, the office, park or our café. We focus on the informal nature of picnic dining- the relaxed feeling of being with friends, with easy to eat, crowd pleasing food. The role: • Day time, weekday role with occasional weekend day, • The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes tailored to the specific needs of our clients., • We are looking for an all rounder who is confident in all areas of the kitchen, from baking to meat preparation., • We expect the candidate to have strong presentation skills and to be able to follow product specs accurately, • Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred., • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, flavours, and food presentation., • Experience with menu planning and creating dishes for large-scale events., • Excellent organisational skills to ensure smooth execution., • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines., • Confidence with food safety regulations and best practices., • Exceptional attention to detail and creativity., • Strong communication skills Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all food handling and preparation meets health and safety regulations, including allergen management and safe transportation of food. Level 2 or 3 food hygiene is mandatory.

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Spiceylon Ltd

Chef (Indian or Sri Lankan Cuisine)

Duties: • Examines food stuffs from suppliers to ensure quality, • Plans menus, prepares, seasons and cooks food stuffs or oversees their preparation and monitors the quality of finished dishes, • Supervises, organises and instructs kitchen staff and manages the whole kitchen or an area of the kitchen, • Ensures relevant hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained within the kitchen, • Plans and co-ordinates kitchen work such as fetching, clearing and cleaning of equipment and utensils.

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