Wok chef jobs in Reino Unido

Speedboat Bar are seeking a Wok Chef to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Wok Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar takes inspiration from the Thai-Chinese restaurants in Bangkok’s Chinatown and the thrilling sport of Speedboat racing along the canals (klongs) of Thailand. The menu explores the ingredients, flavours and techniques that took Luke to Bangkok and its unique foodways; Chinese in origin but now uniquely Thai. A masterclass in wok cooking, roasted meats and spicy sauces, each hinging on the specialist Thai herbs and ingredients cultivated and grown at Luke’s nursery, Ryewater, in Dorset. The bar focuses on sharing Singha beer towers, slushies and chasers; the signature Speedboat cocktails – Snakesblood Negroni; Shop Window Old Fashioned; and Jelly Bia made with frozen Leo Lager; as well as softs such as a Snakefruit soda. The Position We're looking for an experienced Wok Chef to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all-encapsulating experience to our guests. You'll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people for as passionate about food and hospitality as we are! If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Prior experience as a Wok Chef within a fast-paced quality, restaurant;, • Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;, • A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;, • Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;, • The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits Dining & Hospitality • Lunch for 2 after probation, • Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants, • CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants Health & Wellness • Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK, • 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare, • 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing, • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it, • Health, legal, money and debt support services available Entertainment • Up to 55% off cinema tickets, • Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more), • Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK Financial Support • Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it, • Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning, • Company donations for your involvement with charities Special Occasions & Recognition • Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions, • Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment, • Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral

Wok Chef – Speedboat Bar | Up to £16 per hour + Great Perks 📍 Location: London ⏰ Schedule: Full Time 💡 Experience: Previous experience in a quality Asian restaurant About the Role Speedboat Bar is on the lookout for a passionate Wok Chef to join our lively kitchen team. If you’re driven, creative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to cook bold, exciting food with one of London’s most acclaimed restaurant groups. About Us In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar brings the energy of Bangkok’s Chinatown to London. Inspired by the thrill of Thai speedboat racing, our menu celebrates wok mastery, roasted meats, and fiery sauces – crafted with specialist Thai herbs grown at Luke’s own nursery in Dorset. Our bar is all about good times – think Singha beer towers, frozen cocktails, and playful twists like the Snakesblood Negroni and Jelly Bia. What We’re Looking For We want chefs who are as excited about food as we are. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make your mark, you’ll fit right in. ✔️ Prior experience as a Wok Chef in a quality, fast-paced restaurant ✔️ Energy, creativity, and attention to detail ✔️ A love of learning and developing new skills ✔️ A genuine passion for food and hospitality ✔️ Ambition to grow within a trend-setting restaurant group Why Join Us? At JKS Restaurants, people are at the heart of everything we do. We’ll give you the tools, training, and support to thrive – all while being yourself. ✨ Perks & Benefits ✨ Treat Yourself • Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants, • Retail & takeaway discounts, • Complimentary Code App membership Look After Yourself • Discounted gym membership, • Free Online GP, • Wagestream – access your pay when you need it, • Employee assistance program & financial advice, • Contributions to charities you support, • Special gifts for weddings & new-born arrivals Progress Yourself • Access to our award-winning L&D calendar, • Personalised training & development plans, • Clear career progression across our acclaimed restaurant group Be Yourself • Staff parties & long service awards, • Employee referral scheme – earn up to £600 per referral About JKS Restaurants Founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam & Sunaina Sethi, JKS has become one of the UK’s most celebrated restaurant groups. With 7 Michelin stars, cult-favourite casual brands, and recognition as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, we offer unmatched opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals. Join us at Speedboat Bar and take the next step in your career with a group that values talent, creativity, and genuine hospitality.

Exciting opportunity available at our new Asian restaurant! Are you a culinary visionary with a passion for Asian cuisine? We are thrilled to announce an opening for chefs at our brand new restaurant in Clapham. About Us: We aim to blend traditional Asian flavors with modern culinary techniques to create a unique dining experience. Our menu will showcase the best of both worlds, and we need a talented group of chefs to work in our kitchen! What We Offer: • A creative and collaborative working environment, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth Key Responsibilities: We have worked hard to create an innovative Asian fusion menu that excites and delights our guests. Your job will include: • Working with the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation, • Overseeing food preparation, cooking, and plating, while maintaining exceptional hygiene and safety standards in the absence of the head chef, • Supporting the head chef with kitchen inventory, ordering, and cost control to maximize profitability Requirements: • Proven experience as a sous chef with a focus on quality and consistency. Experience in Asian cuisine would be an asset., • Strong understanding of Asian culinary techniques and flavor profiles, • Exceptional communication skills, • Creative mindset with a passion for experimentation and innovation, • Must have experience using wok If you are ready to be part of our kitchen and work with a talented team to create unforgettable dishes, we want to hear from you! Apply today!

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Wok Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in a similar role. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook a variety of Chinese dishes with a focus on wok techniques., • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety in the kitchen., • Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations., • Follow recipes and presentation specifications to deliver high-quality dishes. Skills and Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Wok Chef or similar role., • Strong communication skills to listen and speak clearly with team members., • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude., • Ability to follow instructions and adhere to brand standards. Benefits: • Enjoy lunch and dinner provided, • Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule., • Opportunity to earn a cash bonus as Employee of the Month. Join us in delivering high-quality service and authentic Chinese cuisine to our valued customers.

Job Title: Sushi and wok chef Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Location: teddington We are looking for a passionate and experienced Pan Asian Chef to join our team. If you are a creative, motivated individual with a flair for innovative Asian cuisine and leadership, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: • Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service, • Own your kitchen – manage supplies, equipment, and minimise waste, • Liaise with hotel management about any unsafe equipment or safety incidents, • Adhere to safety procedures and ensure all kitchen staff follow them as well, • Ensure high-quality food is consistently prepared and presented on time, • Maintain impeccable cleanliness and meet UK food hygiene standards, aiming for 5-star Scores on the Doors, • Create menus and new dishes to keep the dining experience fresh and exciting, • Manage, train, and recruit your team of chefs, • Ensure food and labour costs are controlled and managed effectively What We Need from You: • Previous experience as sushi and wok in fine dining, • Skills for food cost calculations and labour management, • Ability to lead and inspire a kitchen brigade, • A creative mind always thinking of new ideas and passionate about delivering the best food, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the team, • A long-term commitment to growing within the business, • Full compliance with local food handling laws and standards In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process Interested? Join us and showcase your culinary talent while leading an exceptional kitchen team. Apply today and be part of a thriving dining experience!

Senior Wok Chef de Partie Wanted at Shanghai Me – Join Our Culinary Team! We’re looking for a skilled and passionate Wok Chef de Partie to join the kitchen at Shanghai Me, a luxury Asian restaurant delivering bold flavours and high-energy dining. You’ll be part of a dynamic brigade, cooking over fire, mastering speed and precision, and working in a fast-paced, high-standard environment. What You’ll Do: • Cook authentic dishes using wok techniques, • Ensure quality, taste, and presentation meet our premium standards, • Work cleanly, safely, and efficiently during service, • Support the team and contribute to a smooth-running kitchen, • Help with food prep, stock rotation, and daily kitchen routines What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in a busy Asian kitchen (minimum 3 years), • Strong wok skills (speed, control, and consistency), • Positive, can-do attitude and team spirit, • Passion for food and a drive to grow, • Eligible to work in the UK What We Offer: • Competitive pay, • Staff meals on duty, • Opportunities to grow with a leading hospitality group, • Vibrant working environment with a supportive team Ready to fire up your next career move? It is essential that you are eligible to live and work in the UK as sponsorship is not available for this role.

Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time Salary: Competitive, based on experience Job Description We are seeking a skilled and passionate Wok Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate has strong experience in high-heat wok cooking, Asian cuisine techniques, and fast-paced kitchen environments. You will be responsible for preparing fresh, flavorful dishes while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and consistency. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook dishes using traditional and modern wok techniques, • Ensure consistency, taste, and presentation of all menu items, • Manage wok station during service in a high-volume environment, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation, • Follow food safety, hygiene, and kitchen safety standards, • Assist with prep work and inventory as required, • Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service Requirements • Proven experience as a Wok Chef or similar role, • Strong knowledge of Asian cuisines and wok cooking methods, • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen, • Attention to detail and passion for food quality, • Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, • Team player with a positive attitude Preferred Qualifications • Culinary training or certification, • Experience in high-volume restaurants, • Knowledge of food safety regulations What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Staff meals, • Opportunities for growth and career development, • Supportive and professional work environment

We are looking for Line Chefs to join our busy Pho restaurant. Who and what is Pho? We are named after Vietnams famous noodle soup- PHỞ. A rich bowl of broth, rice noodle and plenty of meat (or veggies)! But we also have more amazing things to offer in our menu… Here are some examples of some of the many fresh dishes we cook and serve everyday: • Freshly handmade Spring & Summer rolls, • Homemade pork & lemongrass meatballs, • Lotus stems, stir fried greens & many different traditional fresh salads, • Delicious currys, • Wok-fried noodles topped with meat, tofu or more healthy vegetables, • Full-time hours available, • Free fresh meals at work, • 50% discount. Bring friends and family, 50% off for them too!, • Fun summer Parties, all hosted by Pho, • Get paid every 2 weeks! Or…, • … Get paid quicker with our ‘Wagestream App’, • Earn more money if your friend joins us. From £100-£1000 extra for each friend, • Confidential Employer Assistance Program, for any troubles you may be facing., • Company pension, • Private GP Helpline and access to private prescription for you and your family, • Amazing training support as you get started with us

Wok Commis Chef Opportunity at Shanghai Me We are currently recruiting a Wok Commis Chef to join the kitchen brigade at Shanghai Me, one of London’s most exciting and high-profile Asian restaurants. This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate Wok Commis Chef who is eager to develop their skills in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment, working with premium ingredients and learning from an experienced senior team. About the Role – Wok Commis Chef As a Wok Commis Chef, you will support the wok section in delivering consistently high standards during busy services. You will work closely with the senior chefs to develop your technique, speed, and understanding of authentic Asian flavours and modern presentation. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the wok section during preparation and service, • Assisting with high-volume service while maintaining quality and consistency, • Learning wok techniques, sauces, and mise en place standards, • Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness, • Working as part of a professional, disciplined brigade What We’re Looking For • Previous experience as a Commis Chef, ideally with some exposure to wok cooking, • A genuine interest in Asian cuisine and wok techniques, • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn, • Ability to work calmly under pressure, • Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends What’s on Offer • Competitive salary package, • Structured training and development, • Clear progression opportunities for an ambitious Wok Commis Chef, • The chance to work in a premium, internationally recognised restaurant, • Supportive leadership and a professional kitchen culture If you are a motivated Wok Commis Chef looking to take the next step in your culinary career, we would love to hear from you.

Chef de Partie – Speedboat Bar | Up to £16 per hour + Great Perks 📍 Location: London ⏰ Schedule: Full Time 💡 Experience: Previous experience in a quality Asian restaurant About the Role Speedboat Bar is on the lookout for a passionate Chef de Partie to join our lively kitchen team. If you’re driven, creative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to cook bold, exciting food with one of London’s most acclaimed restaurant groups. About Us In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar brings the energy of Bangkok’s Chinatown to London. Inspired by the thrill of Thai speedboat racing, our menu celebrates wok mastery, roasted meats, and fiery sauces – crafted with specialist Thai herbs grown at Luke’s own nursery in Dorset. Our bar is all about good times – think Singha beer towers, frozen cocktails, and playful twists like the Snakesblood Negroni and Jelly Bia. What We’re Looking For We want chefs who are as excited about food as we are. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make your mark, you’ll fit right in. ✔️ Prior experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality, fast-paced restaurant ✔️ Energy, creativity, and attention to detail ✔️ A love of learning and developing new skills ✔️ A genuine passion for food and hospitality ✔️ Ambition to grow within a trend-setting restaurant group Why Join Us? At JKS Restaurants, people are at the heart of everything we do. We’ll give you the tools, training, and support to thrive – all while being yourself. ✨ Perks & Benefits ✨ Treat Yourself • Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants, • Retail & takeaway discounts, • Complimentary Code App membership Look After Yourself • Discounted gym membership, • Wagestream – access your pay when you need it, • Employee assistance program & financial advice, • Contributions to charities you support, • Special gifts for weddings & new-born arrivals Progress Yourself • Access to our award-winning L&D calendar, • Personalised training & development plans, • Clear career progression across our acclaimed restaurant group Be Yourself • Staff parties & long service awards, • Employee referral scheme – earn up to £600 per referral About JKS Restaurants Founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam & Sunaina Sethi, JKS has become one of the UK’s most celebrated restaurant groups. With 7 Michelin stars, cult-favourite casual brands, and recognition as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, we offer unmatched opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals. Join us at Speedboat Bar and take the next step in your career with a group that values talent, creativity, and genuine hospitality.

Position: Chef de Partie - Hot Kitchen Location: Okko, Broadway Market, Hackney, London Job Type: Full-time | busy service environment- Immediate Start Rate: £14.5-16 per hour (DOE) + Tronc Restaurant: OKKO — Japanese Izakaya OKKO is a hugely popular and long-established Japanese Izakaya style restaurant on Broadway Market, with a second site in Victoria Park. We have been trading successfully for 10 years and are known for: • A fast-paced, high-volume kitchen a large sushi bar + hot kitchen operation, • Running your section during busy service, • Prepping, cooking and presenting Japanese dishes to a consistently high standard, maintaining pace and precision throughout service, • Ensure the freshness and quality of ingredients, following all food safety and HACCP procedures, • Maintain a clean, well-organised section, applying a 'clean as you go' approach, • Support daily mis en place and carry out weekly plans as directed by the Head or Sous Chef, • Communicate closely with kitchen and floor teams to ensure smooth coordination and timely service, • Contributing to prep, service and stock control, • Take ownership of your section’s performance, proactively improving quality and consistency, • Good knowledge of Japanese/Asian cuisine with previous experience, • Experience as a CDP in a busy kitchen, • Confidence on hot line / grill / fryer / wok, • The ability to work well under pressure and as part of a brigade, • A minimum of one year’s experience in a Chef de Partie or similar roles, • Exceptional knife skills, • Strong attention to detail and ability to stay calm and focused under pressure, • A hardworking, organised and reliable attitude, • Food Safety Level 2 certificate (or willingness to complete), • Competitive industry pay or £15+ per hour (Hourly + Tronc) - experience dependent, • Full-time hours in a busy, popular restaurant, • 28 days of annual holiday (pro-rata), • Company pension scheme, • Supportive, friendly working environment, • Career progression opportunities

Kata! Japanese Restaurants is looking for experienced Sushi Chef &/Or Hot Chef. We have multiple positions available, Full time and Part time. Wage Negotiable £13.50 - £16 Per Hour based on experience. Popular independent Japanese Restaurants in Harringay N4. Nominated in Timeout Love London awards 2014 - 2018 as one of the best local restaurants in North London. Nearest tube/train station : Harringay Green Lanes (N4). Candidate must have knowledge of Sushi skills, Fish Cutting and experience in sushi rolling is a must. Wage to be negotiated based on experience. Or have Knowledge of Hot section (Grill/Teppan/Wok or Fry. Knowledge of popular donburi dishes) will be strongly considered Chefs with knowledge of other cusines, such as Chinese, European or Sunday Roasts are also advantageous. Our current team is looking to expand, candidates must : -Be a Team player yet able to work independently • Have high standards in food hygiene and awareness of regulations, • Have a good command of English, • Have the rights to work in UK If you have dedication in maintaining our high standards to quality and service, have creative flair and want to show it, then an opportunity to rise in the career ladder is awaiting you. Please submit your CV, all ideal candidates will be asked to attend a paid trial shift. NO Cash in hand payments.