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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 month ago
    £16–£16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Part-Time (Must be available to work weekends) Café Mission, 7-9 Fashion Street, E1 6PX Café Mission is a lively rooftop restaurant and bar with a relaxed atmosphere, serving a seasonally-driven menu of modern European and contemporary Asian-inspired dishes throughout breakfast, brunch and lunch. With culinary offerings ranging from Japanese sandos and shakshuka to teriyaki trout and house desserts, the kitchen champions fresh, seasonal produce and creative, straightforward cooking in a setting overlooking the skyline of East London. The restaurant also hosts private dining and events, combining casual hospitality with flavour-forward cuisine. We are seeking a passionate, organised and creative Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, helping drive consistent quality across all dishes, and maintaining high standards of food preparation, presentation and hygiene. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves collaboration, and is committed to delivering memorable food experiences that reflect Café Mission’s seasonal and innovative menu. Key Responsibilities • Assist the Head Chef in managing the daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service during breakfast, brunch, lunch, and special event services., • Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, including commis chefs and kitchen assistants., • Maintain consistency of all dishes, ensuring presentation and quality standards are met., • Step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef., • Prepare and cook menu items according to Café Mission’s standards, focusing on seasonal, fresh and creative dishes., • Assist with mise en place organization, food preparation, and station setup prior to service., • Ensure all ingredients are prepared and prepped in line with portion control and recipe specifications., • Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety throughout the kitchen., • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and kitchen policies., • Lead by example in daily cleaning tasks and ensuring kitchen equipment is maintained correctly., • Contribute ideas for menu enhancements, specials, and seasonal offerings that meet the café’s creative direction., • Help maintain consistency when trialling or introducing new dishes., • Assist with stock rotation, monitoring inventory levels, and reporting supply needs to the Head Chef., • Support ordering and receiving deliveries, checking for quality and freshness. We are after someone who has… • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Cook, or similar culinary role in a busy, casual dining or brunch-focused kitchen., • Strong working knowledge of kitchen operations and food preparation techniques., • Exceptional organisational and communication skills., • Committed to kitchen cleanliness, food safety and team leadership., • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and peak service periods. Working Conditions & Benefits • Salary - £16 - £16.5 per hour + service charge, • Opportunity to be part of a creative, collaborative culinary team in a unique rooftop restaurant environment., • Staff benefits will include access to Mission E1 wellness classes and facilities.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    2 months ago
    £14–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Head Chef to join our team at Klear Labs. The ideal candidate will be passionate about experimenting and innovating with different ingredients and possess a keen interest in health and nutrition. They will demonstrate strong leadership qualities, inspiring the kitchen team with innovation, kindness, and a commitment to excellence. Building and nurturing relationships with suppliers and supporting regenerative farmers will be a key aspect of this role. Responsibilities: • Take control of the kitchen, and effectively communicate with the team., • Source high-quality ingredients and maintain consistency in product quality., • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and support regenerative farmers., • Embrace a low-carb approach to food and explore working in tune with the seasons., • Trial new ideas and techniques, staying abreast of topics in the culinary world., • Oversee daily prep and service for breakfast and lunch., • Train and mentor junior staff members., • Passion for sourcing the best ingredients and creating exceptional dishes., • Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate the team., • Enthusiasm for building relationships with suppliers and supporting regenerative farming practices., • Understanding of the value of consistency in quality., • Interest in working in tune with seasonal produce., • Willingness to explore new techniques, ingredients, and global culinary trends., • Ability to embrace a low-carb approach to food., • Positive attitude, genuine demeanour, and commitment to team building., • Creative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment., • Rare creative role in a young and forward-thinking company., • Opportunities for growth and development within the company., • Competitive salary., • Occasional site visits and supplier trips., • Paid holidays., • Daytime-only hours (7am - 4pm)., • Flexible rotas/days off., • Staff discounts.

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  • Kitchen Assistant (Entry Level)
    Kitchen Assistant (Entry Level)
    2 months ago
    Part-time
    Nine Elms, London

    Culinary School Graduate We’re looking for a hands-on, enthusiastic Kitchen/ Chef Assistant to join our small and growing food business, working from Mission Kitchen. This is an entry-level role, ideal for a recent culinary school graduate who is passionate about food, curious about product development, and eager to gain real experience in a professional kitchen environment. The role • Supporting day-to-day kitchen prep and organisation, • Assisting with testing new recipes and developing new products, • Helping with small-batch production and quality control, • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and organisation, • Working closely with the founder on experimentation and refinement of recipes Requirements • Culinary school qualification or recent graduate, • Genuine interest in food ingredients, and recipe development. Particular interest in Italian food is a plus., • Good basic kitchen skills and willingness to learn, • Organised, reliable, and comfortable working independently and as part of a small team, • Food hygiene certificates required Details • Full-time role, • Immediate Start, • Based at Mission Kitchen in Nine Elms., • Entry-level position with hands-on learning and growth opportunities This role is perfect for someone at the start of their culinary career who wants to learn how products are developed from idea to final recipe in a real working kitchen. Thea Kaproulia General Manager N&CO STORE LTD Deliciously Fine Foods IMPORT – DISTRIBUTION – WHOLESALE - RETAIL

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