Experienced Chef - High-Volume Kitchen, Flexible Hours

Loungers plc; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Food & drink discount

Paid breaks

Flexible hours

Career development

Early pay with Stream

Loungefest staff party

Vouchers for long service

Job summary

Loungers plc is hiring Chefs to join the kitchen team at Orleto Lounge. This role offers up to £12.71/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff food on every shift, and a 50% food & drinks discount from day one. We welcome experienced Chefs, Chef de Partie, Line Chef, and Grill Chef to join our growing brand.

As part of the Loungers family, you’ll work with a supportive team across a busy kitchen, delivering the all-day menu with high standards from prep to plate. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• A passion for real cooking and quality food.
• Team player with good communication.
• Able to work efficiently under pressure.
• Follow food safety and allergen processes.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cooking

Team player

Communication

Pressure handling

Food safety

Job description

Loungers plc is hiring Chefs to join the kitchen team at Orleto Lounge. This role offers up to £12.71/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff food on every shift, and a 50% food & drinks discount from day one. We welcome experienced Chefs, Chef de Partie, Line Chef, and Grill Chef to join our growing brand.

As part of the Loungers family, you’ll work with a supportive team across a busy kitchen, delivering the all-day menu with high standards from prep to plate. Evening and weekend work may be required.