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  • Kitchen Porter
    Kitchen Porter
    2 months ago
    £23000–£24000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dartford

    We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our busy culinary team. Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen environment, supporting the culinary staff, and ensuring a smooth operation. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience within the hospitality industry, particularly in food preparation, cooking, and restaurant settings. Prior experience in hotel or culinary environments is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided. Responsibilities • Assist with basic food preparation tasks as directed by senior kitchen staff, • Support the cleaning and organisation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas, • Ensure all dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen tools are properly washed and stored, • Help with waste disposal and recycling procedures in accordance with health and safety standards, • Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the kitchen at all times, • Support serving staff during busy periods by providing necessary assistance when required, • Previous experience in a restaurant, hotel, or culinary environment is desirable but not essential, • Knowledge of food preparation and cooking processes is advantageous, • Experience working in hospitality or serving roles is a plus, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, • Strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude towards cleanliness and hygiene standards, • Willingness to learn new skills and work as part of a team, • Discounted or free food, • On-site parking Work Location: In person

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  • Assistant Chef
    Assistant Chef
    20 days ago
    Full-time
    Bexley

    We are seeking a talented and experienced Indian Chef to join our dynamic culinary team in a South Indian restaurant based in Bexley, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality Indian dishes, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional dining experiences. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food, leadership, and hospitality to showcase their culinary expertise in a fast-paced environment. The Chef will play a key role in maintaining food safety standards and fostering a collaborative kitchen atmosphere. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a variety of dishes in accordance with menu specifications and quality standards, • Preparing starters, curries and Hyderabad Dum biryanis (vegetarian and non-vegetarian), • Supervise and manage kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols, • Oversee food production processes, maintaining consistency and presentation excellence, • Manage food safety procedures, including hygiene standards and proper storage practices, • Assist in menu planning and development to introduce innovative culinary options, • Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and minimise waste to optimise kitchen operations, • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment, • Serve dishes to customers when necessary, ensuring excellent customer service, • Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area, complying with health and safety regulations Qualifications • Proven experience in a professional Indian kitchen environment, ideally within a restaurant or hospitality setting, • Strong culinary skills with a comprehensive understanding of food preparation and cooking techniques, • Supervising experience with the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively, • Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in hygiene management, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, • Leadership qualities with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making, • Experience in food production, restaurant operations, and serving customers is highly desirable, • A passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and maintaining high standards of quality This position offers an engaging opportunity for dedicated culinary professionals eager to contribute their skills within a vibrant team environment. Additional Information • On-site parking available, • Work Location: In person

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