Ref: KK46961

Chef / Head Chef

Sector Catering/Chef
Type Full-time, Permanent
Location London
Salary (Annual) £30,000 - 36,000 / Year
A Japanese Yakiniku restaurant located in central London is seeking Kitchen Team Members (Chef / Head Chef) who will be responsible for meat preparation, cooking, and overall kitchen operations.
KK46961

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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:
• (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner
• (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, requiring visa sponsorship, Working holiday, Graduate
VISA SUPPORT: No
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TYPE: Permanent, full-time
WORKING HOURS: 5 days a week, approx. 45 hours (shift-based; system in place to take either Saturday or Sunday off)
PLACE: Central London
SALARY:
• Chef: £30–32k + service charge
• Head Chef: £35–36k + service charge
START: ASAP
LOCATION: Central London

Responsibilities:
• Preparing and cooking menu items, primarily focused on meat cutting
• Supporting the Head Chef
• Managing ingredients, inventory, and kitchen hygiene
• Handling orders and plating dishes
• For Head Chef roles: overall kitchen management, menu development, and staff training

Ideal Candidate:
• Experience in meat preparation or cutting, or a strong willingness to learn
• Interest in Japanese cuisine and culture
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Advanced- level English (for communication within the kitchen and floor staff members)
• Candidates eager to learn restaurant operations and management are highly welcomed


***All applicants for the Chef / Head Chef role must have the right to work in the UK, as the company is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
***We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working Holiday, Graduate, or Student visa holders.
Updated: 3 hours ago
Ref: KK46961