28 Best restaurant chef Jobs in Dagenham (October 2026)

We are looking for an experienced, reliable Grill Chef to join our busy restaurant in Ilford. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and grill meats, fish and vegetables to a high standard, • Ensure consistent taste, portion control and presentation, • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of grill station (HACCP compliant), • Check stock levels and assist with ordering, • Work efficiently during busy service periods, • Follow food safety and health & safety regulations Requirements: • Proven experience as Grill Chef / Grill Cook (2+ years preferred), • Knowledge of different cuts, marinades and grilling techniques, • Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team, • Food Hygiene Certificate preferred, • Available evenings and weekends We Offer: • Competitive salary, • Staff meals, • Training and growth opportunities, • Friendly, supportive team environment To apply, please send your CV / contact us.

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BGirls Kitchen is a busy Afro-Caribbean takeaway specialising in seafood boils, rice dishes, seafood, chicken and freshly prepared sides.We are looking for an experienced Cook or Chef to join our kitchen team. This is a hands-on role in a small, fast-paced takeaway kitchen, preparing and assembling customer orders for collection and delivery. Responsibilities include: • Preparing and cooking customer orders quickly and accurately, • Working across different kitchen stations during service, • Following BGirls Kitchen recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards, • Managing multiple orders during busy periods, • Preparing seafood, chicken, rice dishes and sides, • Reading and managing orders from Uber Eats, Deliveroo and other ordering platforms, • Maintaining excellent food hygiene and cleanliness, • Completing opening, closing and cleaning duties, • Restocking and preparing your station for service What we’re looking for: • Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen, restaurant or busy takeaway is essential, • Confident working independently during busy service, • Good organisation and time management, • Comfortable using delivery tablets/order systems, • Reliable and punctual, • Able to work evenings and weekends, • Food Hygiene Level 2 is desirable This is not a front-of-house role. Applicants should already have practical kitchen experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced service environment.

Indian Curry Chef Wanted – Immediate Start We are looking for an experienced Indian Curry Chef to join our busy and well-established restaurant in Ilford, East London. Requirements: • Strong experience in preparing authentic Indian curry dishes, • Able to work in a fast-paced, busy kitchen, • Reliable, hardworking, and passionate about quality food, • Team player with a positive attitude What We Offer: • Excellent salary (depending on experience), • Full-time, permanent position, • Immediate start available, • Friendly and supportive working environment If you are interested, please send your CV or contact us directly for more information.

Experienced Tandoor Chef required for a busy Pakistani restaurant in Ilford. Must be highly skilled in making naan and roti to a consistently high standard. • Naan, • Roti, • Garlic Naan, • Butter Naan, • Traditional Pakistani tandoor breads Must be fast, reliable and able to handle a busy service. Full-time position. Must have right to work in the UK Good pay for the right candidate. Immediate start available. Location: Ilford, London Contact us to apply or arrange a trial.

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Dessert Chef / Dessert Specialist to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of experience preparing desserts and a strong knowledge of dessert cooking and presentation. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a variety of desserts to a high standard., • Follow recipes and maintain consistent taste and presentation., • Prepare ingredients and maintain an organised dessert section., • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness., • Work efficiently during busy service periods., • Support the wider kitchen team when required. Requirements • 1–2 years of experience in dessert preparation/cooking., • Good knowledge of desserts, pastries and presentation., • Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen., • Good food hygiene and safety awareness., • Reliable, punctual and hardworking., • Available for full-time, 12-hour shifts., • Immediate availability preferred., • Hindi language skills preferred. What We Offer • £12.71–£13.00 per hour, • Full-time employment, • Immediate start, • Opportunity to develop your dessert and kitchen skills To apply: Please send your CV and a brief summary of your dessert/kitchen experience.

Join Our Kitchen! We’re a proud, family-run African restaurant known for our signature tilapia dishes and warm, welcoming atmosphere. We’re looking for a skilled and reliable chefs to help us continue serving the best African food in town. What You’ll Do: • Cook and plate fish dishes that highlight the authentic flavors of our kitchen, • Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, following food safety standards, • Work closely with our team, sharing knowledge and supporting each other What We’re Looking For: • Experience working with fish, especially tilapia, in a professional kitchen, • A positive attitude and respect for African cuisine and culture, • Team player who enjoys working in a family-run environment What We Offer: • A supportive and friendly team that feels like family, • A chance to grow and learn new skills in our kitchen, • Delicious staff meals and other perks Apply Today:If you have experience working with fish and a passion for sharing African cuisine, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and tell us why you’d be a great fit for our family kitchen.

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Station Parade Lounge Ltd

We are looking for a highly capable team member to join our family-run restaurant and help us create something incredible. A positive, team-focused approach and commitment to maintaining high standards are valued.

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Zu's Restaurant