54 Best prep chef Jobs in London (February 2025)

If you are enthusiastic about self-development and embrace opportunities to improve your skills and knowledge whenever possible, you could build a long and rewarding career as a Prep Chef, progressing to a role as a Head Chef if desired. A Prep Chef reports directly to the Head Chef. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including: Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks Cooking and preparing high quality dishes Assisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes Supervising all kitchen stations Supervising, motivating and working closely with other Chefs of all levels Being responsible for health and safety Being responsible for food hygiene practices Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines To land a job as a Prep Chef you will need: Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award Minimum 2 years relevant experience Awareness of manual handling techniques Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety Experience of kitchen equipment Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives Competent level of English spoken and written

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Urban Baristas

Barista / Prep Chef (South Kensington)

18 days ago

£12.5–£13 hourly

Part-time

South Kensington, London

About us: We are looking for a passionate chef/barista who absolutely loves making high-quality food and coffee in a fast-paced environment. Our chefs and baristas have excellent product knowledge, attention to detail, efficiency, and cleanliness, and most importantly are friendly, engaging, and fun to be around. As an applicant you’ll have experience in a high-volume coffee environment, serving quality shots and steaming milk with banging latte art. Min 1-year experience in speciality coffee. A positive, confident, and open-minded attitude. Great communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. High-volume coffee experience highly regarded. Customer service experience. Good organizational skills, available on weekends. What we offer: Detailed training and internal progression wherever possible. Support in growing your coffee knowledge and leadership skills, and the opportunity to develop your hospitality career with a growing company. Paid meals and drinks on shift. If brewing amazing coffee and providing exemplary customer service gets you excited, get in touch with a bit of information about yourself! If you read all the description when applying please send us at least one picture of latte art made by you. Thank you 😊

It's a challenge, it's not easy, but it is fun and rewarding! It's bulk cooking, slicing and preparing meals. Heavy lifting, early starts and late finishes. Still up for the challenge?

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Gloria by Big Mamma Group

Chef de Partie - Cold Section

3 days ago

Full-time

Shoreditch, Hackney

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 27 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Chef de Partie in Cold Section! YOUR MISSION: - You will be part of a BIG MAMMA kitchen team! - You will be overseeing the cold section and preparation of cold dishes, antipasti and insalate! - You will be onboarding and training new cold section and prep chefs, working closely with kitchen management and ensuring the cold section is operating smoothly. - You will respect health \& safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. - You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day! - You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: - Big Smile and passion for Italian food! - Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit - Excellent teamwork, leadership and communication skills - Previous experience as a Chef de Partie - Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: - Permanent, full-time position - £16.44 per hour + Tronc Point - 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off - Tasty staff food served family style - 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants - £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend - Employee of the Month award - Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support - Regular training \& growth opportunities - Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma Up to £16.44 / hour

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The Ivy Tower Bridge

Senior Chef de Partie

12 days ago

Full-time

London

Description The Ivy is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy representselegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering. Job Description: As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and consistency of dishes across all sections and the ensuring daily prep levels are met by our dedicated prep team. You will work closely with the Kitchen senior management, taking ownership of your section while helping to train and mentor junior chefs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie looking to bring their skills to a forward- thinking kitchen and take the next step in their career. Benefits & Rewards: Competitive Industry pay (based on salary & Tronc) A Management Career Development Programwhich includes online and practical assessments. Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.  50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants. Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants. You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed! Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract Requirements: Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen environment. Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning. Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and high culinary techniques. A strong understanding of all sections across the kitchen. In-depth understanding of Food Safety. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards. Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients. Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitorinventory and ensure correct daily par levels across all sections. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety. Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Join our culinary team and take the next step in your career as a Senior Chef de Partie! The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

Job Opportunity: Grill Chef Wanted for New Persian Restaurant in Bayswater! **Immediate Start is available ** Are you passionate about cooking and have a flair for grilling? We’re excited to announce the opening of a new Persian restaurant in Bayswater, and we are looking for a talented Grill Chef to join our team! What We’re Looking For: • Skilled in grilling meats, seafood, and vegetables to perfection. • Knowledge or experience with Persian cuisine is a plus but not essential. • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. • Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Your Role: • Prepare and cook a variety of Persian-inspired grilled dishes. • Ensure food is cooked and presented to the highest standards. • Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen. • Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop and improve menu items. What We Offer: • Competitive salary based on experience. • Opportunity to grow with an exciting new restaurant. • Friendly and supportive team environment. • The chance to be part of introducing authentic Persian flavors to Bayswater! **we are also looking for other possible positions ** - salad prep chef - kitchen porters - waiting staff Location: Bayswater, London Join us in creating an unforgettable dining experience with the rich flavours of Persian cuisine!

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