Chef

Lounges are pretty special places, and what makes them so special is the brilliant people who work in them.

· A passion for real cooking and quality food · Someone the team can count on - you show up, you're on time, and you give it everything when you're there · Energy, pace, and a positive attitude · Team player with good communication · Able to work efficiently under pressure · Experience as a Grill Chef, Line Chef or Chef de Partie in a high-volume kitchen

Melton MowbrayFull time / Part time£10.85 to £12.71 per hour + Tips Kitchen Team Member We're hiring Chefs to join the kitchen team at Montero Lounge. Part of Loungers, proudly named Casual Dining Group of the Year 2026. Offering up to £12.71/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff food every shift, and 50% off food & drinks from day one this a great next step for an experienced Chef, Chef de Partie, Line Cheff, Grill chef!,

• Hourly pay + tips. Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Hourly paid flexible contract. Ideal for part-time, full-time, or flexible work seekers. This role is likely to include evening and weekend work
• Free meal on every shift no matter the length
• Christmas and Boxing Day off
• Genuine career development with our career pathways and bitesize training courses
• 50% discount on food and drinks from day one. Including alcohol across all our brands (Lounge, Cosy Club, & Brightside) from day one
• The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest!
• Long service awards - Vouchers/Extra money
• Early access to your pay with Stream
• Emotional and practical support via the Licensed Trade Charity
What You'll do
• Cook fresh food to spec; from tapas dishes, to all day Lounge breakfasts
• Support the Head Chef with prep, service, and standards
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and fully prepped
• Follow food safety & allergen processes at all times
• Work as one team with FOH to deliver a great experience