Chef

Las Iguanas; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant South American-inspired restaurant as a Chef at Las Iguanas in Plymouth, where your culinary skills will shine. You will lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring top-quality dishes while enjoying superb perks like career growth opportunities, flexible working, and amazing discounts. Embrace a culture of individuality and growth within our celebrated team recognized among the Best Places to Work in 2024.

Benefits

50% off food and drink

25% discount for friends and family

Flexible working contracts

Fully funded apprenticeships

24/7 virtual GP services

Free meals on shift

Access to wages before payday

Discounted gym memberships

Exclusive savings on shopping

Team celebrations and competitions

Qualifications

• Dynamic and enthusiastic individual with experience in cooking.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and lead a kitchen team.
• Willingness to support personal career growth.

Responsibilities

• Organize, coordinate, and deliver service in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Produce dishes to specification while maintaining kitchen hygiene.
• Coach and develop junior team members.

Skills

Cooking

Team Leadership

Knife Skills

Job description

Join Our South American Adventure as a Chef / Chef De Partie / Grill Chef / Taco Chef

Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic individual looking for an exciting opportunity in the hospitality industry? Look no further! At Iguanas, we’re all about creating memorable experiences, vibrant energy, and a sense of discovery. As a Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2024’, our South American-inspired restaurants are where passion meets flavor, and our team is the heart of our establishment.

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer:

• A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. If you bring skill and passion, there’s a place for you in our kitchen!
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle.
• Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great people on board!
• Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs.
• Wellbeing & Support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, a second medical opinion service, and more.
• Perks & Rewards – Free meals on shift, referral bonuses, access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships, and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties, and chances to win e-points to spend on your favorite retailers.

What You’ll Do as a Chef / Chef De Partie / Grill Chef / Taco Chef

• Organize, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in our fast-paced kitchen.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to produce delicious dishes to specification.
• Lead by example—coach, nurture, and develop junior team members.
• Show off your knife skills and your experience.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Who We’re Looking For:

We don’t believe in “culture fit” – we believe in adding to our culture! If you love cooking, thrive under pressure, and enjoy leading a team, we want to hear from you. Whether you’re an experienced Chef or looking for the next step in your career, we’ll support your growth.

At Las Iguanas, everyone is welcome. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help.

Join the Las Iguanas family today and work somewhere awesome! Don’t just take our word for it—we’ve been recognized in the Top 100 of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024!

Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality career!