Kitchen worker jobs in London

Job Title: Production Chef Contract: Full time, permanent Hours: 40 hours / week Mon - Thu: 12pm - 8pm Fri: 10am - 6pm On acceptance of the position, the successful candidate will be required to work 10am - 6pm each day for the first month in order to complete training alongside our senior chef. Location: Sydenham, London Description We are seeking a full time, experienced production chef to join our friendly team at our busy kitchen in Sydenham, London. The Family Food Co is on a mission to support parents by providing delicious, convenient and nutritionally balanced frozen meals and our amazing chefs are the heart of our business. You will be cooking all our meals from scratch for our brand, Pots for Tots, using the best ingredients in a friendly and supportive environment - this isn’t your regular chef role! Supported by our Senior Production Chef and reporting to our Head of Product, you will be responsible for ensuring every one of our frozen ready meals is cooked to perfection - attention to detail and a love of food is of course a must! Requirements - Minimum 3 years in a professional food environment to include a minimum of 1 year in a food production environment (restaurant/catering experience is useful, but it is essential you also have demonstrable experience in a production environment producing packaged food for retail, not just hospitality cooking) - Level 2 food hygiene certificate, a demonstrable knowledge of proper food hygiene practices and a full understanding of EHO requirements (a bonus if you also have knowledge of SALSA accreditation!) - Fast and flexible worker - it gets busy in our kitchen; we need you to be able to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining our super high quality standards and facing challenges with enthusiasm - Ability to follow recipes exactly - our meals are carefully designed to meet our nutritional and cost requirements, therefore you will need to produce to an exact specification ensuring all weights/measures and cook times are adhered to (there’s no room for creative flare during the cooking of our meals, as consistency is crucial - however, we regularly develop new meals and this is where you can bring your ideas and get creative!) - Confident working independently and leading a team of Kitchen Assistants - our KAs are invaluable, helping with everything from portioning meals, basic food prep and keeping the kitchen clean to loading/unloading deliveries and organising our storage space. Our Senior Chef works from 6am - 2pm, so once settled into the role and all training is completed, you will be responsible for overseeing the second half of the day and coordinating the KAs (support from the Head of Product is always on hand!) - Confident using a computer to input basic data into our systems / locate and print files etc - High level of spoken and written English Benefits - £28k pro rata - 30 days holiday pro rata inclusive of bank holidays - We believe in rewarding our staff, so, on successful completion of your probation period there is an opportunity to enter into the employee EMI option scheme

Full job description South-East London sandwich vendors MONDO SANDO are looking for a senior chef to join & lead their young, hot and expanding business - leading the team at their flagship residency at the Grove House Tavern SE5. Mondo Sando is a grassroots food business borne of a lockdown side hustle - we’ve grown from a 1 man operation to the now 3 year residency we have our home in, with a team of 8. Current head chefs / owners Viggo & Jack are stepping into directorial roles as we open another site. We’re looking for someone to lead & develop the existing team at this busy kitchen; a confident, hands-on, hard worker that can lead from the front and maintain passion for the food being served. This role would suit an experienced & hungry chef (with min. 1 year at least at Sous Chef level) who wants to take the next step in leading a team, while also being happy working closely with & taking instruction from the directors Our offer to candidates: Salary from £32K - £37K depending on experience Work with directors to write menus, devise weekly specials, and plan events like supper clubs, collaborative popups, and food culture events such as Meatopia. Access to local suppliers and farms for produce + trips to produce markets 28 days holiday per year Average working hours of 45hrs per week with dedicated admin time 50% food discount at our sites Favourable hours - earliest 9am starts, latest 10pm finishes 1 weekend day off, each week Profit share bonus structure after 1 year Responsibilities: - Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating - Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards - Supervise and train kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and procedures - Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed - Collaborate with the directors to develop menus and create new dishes - Maintain a clean, organized & safe kitchen environment - Implement cost control measures to optimize kitchen efficiency Experience: - minimum 1 year kitchen experience at Sous Chef level - Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices - ideally level 3 Food Hygiene qualified - Proven ability to lead and motivate a team - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £32,000.00-£37,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Experience: Senior Chef: 1 year (required)

Subject: Join Our Team as a Waiter! We are thrilled to announce that we are expanding our team and are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic waiter to join us at Tower Bridge Kitchen. If you have a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional service, we would love to hear from you! Position: Waiter/Waitress Location: 224A Tower Bridge Road SE1 2UP Job Type: Full-time/Part-time Responsibilities: • Greet and seat customers • Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently • Serve food and drinks in a timely manner • Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing any concerns or special requests • Maintain cleanliness and organization of tables and dining area • Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth service Requirements: • Previous experience as a waiter/waitress preferred • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Strong attention to detail • Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

We are looking for a professional Sous Chef to be the second in command in our kitchen, following our Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ its culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction. Responsibilities Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus - Produce high quality plates both design and taste wise - Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards - Fill in for the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary - Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation - Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff’s performance - Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately - Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards - Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customers Requirements and skills - 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef - Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures - Excellent record of kitchen and staff management - Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions - Familiar with industry’s best practices - Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus