Chef

Bow Bells Cafe; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A busy family-run café in Romford is looking for a reliable Kitchen Service Staff member. You will lead the kitchen on busy days, preparing hot meals and managing food prep while ensuring a clean, organised environment. Join a supportive team and be a key player in delivering quality service to our loyal customers.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy kitchen preferred.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Good understanding of food and kitchen routines.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and plating hot breakfast and lunch items to order.
• Managing food prep and keeping the kitchen clean.
• Communicating with front-of-house staff for smooth service.

Skills

Food hygiene understanding

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Effective communication

Job description

Bow Bells Café, a busy and friendly family-run café in Romford Shopping Hall, is looking for a reliable, fast-working Kitchen Service Staff member to join our team.. . In this role, you’ll take the lead in the kitchen on your working days — preparing and serving hot food quickly and efficiently, managing food prep, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised. You’ll also work closely with the front-of-house team to make sure all food items go out together and on time.. . You don’t need to be a qualified chef, but you must have a good understanding of food and be confident handling a busy kitchen environment.. . What you’ll be doing:. - Cooking and plating hot breakfast and lunch items to order. - Leading on food prep (e.g. peeling, chopping, making soups and basic dishes). - Writing stock and prep lists and managing supplies. - Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and hygienic. - Communicating with front-of-house staff to coordinate food going out together. - Supporting with general cleaning and washing up. . . We’re looking for someone who:. - Has experience working in a busy kitchen (preferred). - Has a good understanding of food and kitchen routines. - Works quickly and stays calm under pressure. - Has a high standard of personal hygiene and is clean and presentable. - Is reliable, punctual, and self-motivated. - Communicates clearly and works well with others. - Understands and follows basic food hygiene and safety practices. . . **Why work with us?**. Bow Bells Café is a small, family-run business with a loyal customer base and a strong team atmosphere. You’ll be a key part of what makes our café run smoothly — helping us serve good food, fast, and with care.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Part-time
Starting time: Immediate start!

About Bow Bells Cafe:

We’re a friendly, family-run café with a strong team spirit and loyal customers. It’s a fast-paced, supportive place to work where every role matters and great teamwork makes the day go smoothly.