Line Cook - Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN - London
Chef & Cook, West Dulwich, Lambeth
Line Cook - Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN - London
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Chef & Cook, West Dulwich, Lambeth
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 27 Jun | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 16901d95dbcf479ea980aa97bdd956bf
Location ref: West Dulwich, Lambeth
Full Job Description
This is more than just a cooking position. As one of our senior chefs, you'll play a key role in maintaining kitchen standards and, in the absence of the Kitchen Manager, act as the second-in-command, helping lead the team and ensuring service runs smoothly., As a Line Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking food to company standards while maintaining speed, consistency and presentation during busy services. You'll support the Kitchen Manager with day-to-day operations, supervise junior kitchen staff when required and ensure all food safety and hygiene procedures are followed., Kitchen Operations
- Prepare and cook menu items to company recipes and specifications.
- Maintain speed, consistency and quality during service.
- Ensure all dishes leave the kitchen to the highest standard.
- Complete daily prep and mise en place.
- Minimise food waste through correct portioning and stock rotation. Leadership
- Support and guide junior kitchen staff.
- Assist with training new team members.
- Ensure kitchen standards are maintained throughout each shift.
- Act as the senior member of the kitchen team when the Kitchen Manager is absent.
- Help coordinate service and communicate effectively with Front of House. Kitchen Management Support
- Assist with stock counts and inventory management.
- Notify management when stock levels are running low.
- Receive and organise deliveries.
- Support ordering where required.
- Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed correctly. Food Safety & Compliance
- Maintain excellent food hygiene and HACCP standards.
- Ensure kitchen cleaning schedules are completed.
- Follow all company health and safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organised workstation at all times.
At Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN, we're passionate about delivering bold flavours, high-quality food and an unforgettable dining experience. We're looking for an experienced and reliable Line Cook to join our kitchen team., We're looking for someone who: - Has previous experience working as a Line Cook or Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen.
- Can work confidently under pressure.
- Has excellent organisation and communication skills.
- Can lead a team when required.
- Has strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
- Is reliable, hardworking and takes pride in producing consistently excellent food.
This role requires flexibility and commitment to the hospitality industry. - Afternoon and evening shifts are required.
- Weekend working is essential.
- The successful candidate will be expected to work most weekends due to the nature of the business.
- To support work-life balance, you will receive one weekend day off each month, subject to business requirements and agreed in advance. What We Offer
- Competitive pay.
- Staff meals whilst on shift.
- Employee discount.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Ongoing training and development.
- The opportunity to grow within one of London's fastest-growing independent restaurant brands., Generous service charge