Chef – The Piano Works

The Piano Works; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Food discount

Discount portal

Wagestream pay

Life assurance

EAP

Training & development

Fun environment

Job summary

The Piano Works in London is seeking a hands-on Chef to join our high-energy live music venues. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes, follow brand standards, and lead a kitchen team through busy service periods.

We value creativity, food safety, and a passion for exceptional guest experiences. This role offers flexible shifts, ongoing training, and a vibrant work environment with late-night activities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a busy kitchen.
• In-depth knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and cuisines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage kitchen staff.
• Creativity and passion for food, ability to create appealing dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation, ensuring dishes meet recipes and plating guidelines.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Organize and supervise kitchen staff for smooth workflow.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders to avoid shortages.
• Enforce strict health and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to develop skills.
• Help manage food costs by minimizing waste.
• Support Management to deliver the guest experience.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking methods

Leadership

Creativity

Food safety

Time management

Job description

Chef – The Piano Works

What's in It for You?

• Your dedication to the customer experience will be rewarded with a generous service charge.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• £10,000 life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support.
• Training and development opportunities. We're invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

This is a PART TIME/FULL TIME vacancy, with shifts based over (ENTER DAYS), and a wage starting at £(ENTER AMOUNT) per hour!

About Us:

The Piano Works are looking for full and part time fun loving, passionate and guest focused Waiter / Waitress to join our team and family. We have two fantastic live music venues in London, one located just off Covent Garden and the other Farringdon which are both part restaurant, part bar, part concert and full-on party.

The Piano Works are non-stop, late night, live music venues where nightly 8 skilled musicians interact with the audience and play their song requests. Non-stop live music features from 11:30: to 16:00 for our raucous weekly Saturday brunches and from 1700 – 0100, five nights a week supported by a state of- the-art sound & lighting systems and DJ’s from 1am till late.

What We Need:

As a Chef, you will prepare and produce quality food, ensure service standards are always met and maintained in line with our guests’ expectations and follow food safety and sanitation practices. It will be your duty to prepare, cook and present every dish with pride and passion and according to our brand standards.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee food preparation, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards and in accordance with recipes and plating guidelines.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation, consistently delivering exceptional dishes to customers.
• Organize and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring a smooth workflow and efficient operation.
• Monitor food supplies and ingredients, placing orders as needed to maintain stock levels and avoid shortages.
• Adhere to and enforce strict health and safety standards in the kitchen, maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, promoting skill development and fostering a positive work culture.
• Assist in managing food costs by minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
• Supporting the Management in delivering the best possible experience.

Skills and Experience:

• 1 years' experience in a busy kitchen.
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and cuisines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage and motivate kitchen staff effectively.
• Creativity and passion for food, demonstrated through the ability to create unique and visually appealing dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

About Nightcap:

Nightcap is an award-winning operator in the late-night bar scene. We operate a portfolio of bars and venues across the UK, including brands like The Cocktail Club, Tonight Josephine, Barrio Familia, and Dirty Martini to name just a few. With a mission to be the UK’s leading bar group. Our purpose of existence is the belief that EVERYONE deserves a great night out, and therefore it's everyone's job to make sure we create great nights... and days out! We have a lively and dynamic work-ethos across all our bars and offices. Our culture is creative, innovative, and collaborative, where everyone contributes ideas and brings their true self to work every day, as we are hell-bent on harnessing a place where everyone can belong. Working here is fast paced, at times challenging, but copious amounts of fun!

Our Values:

• We Start at the Bar - At Nightcap, we make every decision based on what is right for our bars. This ensures our choices are practical, guest-focused, and truly reflect our business. It's all about staying grounded in real experiences to drive our success.
• Proud AF -Taking pride in our work means striving for excellence and being dedicated to success. At Nightcap, we encourage our teams to bring their passion every day, delivering world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.
• Become Your Best Self - At Nightcap, we thrive on personal development of each other. We encourage our teams to seek growth, improve their skills, and enjoy the journey. It's about becoming the best version of yourself while having fun along the way.
• Own the Outcome - We believe in setting clear goals, taking full responsibility, and staying committed to achieve success. At Nightcap, we focus on results and make sure we follow through on our promises.
• People Are Everything - At Nightcap, we know our people are our greatest asset. We focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported. Because at the end of the day, it's our people who make all the difference.

If you enjoy cooking up delicious food and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to having you join our team at The Piano Works!

Please note: This is a temporary Job, starting from the 23rd of November until the 19th of December 2026.