Grill Chef

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Management development program

Extra holidays

Staff discount

Gift vouchers

Retail discounts

Minimum 20 hours

Job summary

The Ivy Collection in London seeks a Grill Chef to cook steaks, chicken, burgers and seasonal meats, ensuring precise temperatures and high standards during busy service. You will work closely with prep teams to set up stations, monitor inventories, maintain cleanliness and food safety, and follow recipes with consistency.

Previous Grill Chef or Chef de Partie experience is required; strong culinary skills and a passion for learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Grill Chef or Senior Chef de Partie
• Knowledge of different steak temperatures and resting times
• Knowledge of different meats and their characteristics
• Experience using a variety of grill equipment including ceramic briquette grills
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients
• Collaborate with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety
• Follow instructions from Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish
• Exhibit excellent communication and teamwork skills

Skills

Grill cooking

Work under pressure

Teamwork

Food safety

Tools

Ceramic briquette grills

Job description

The Ivy Collection:

The Ivy is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy represents elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

Job Description:

As a Grill Chef, you will be responsible for cooking a wide variety of steaks as well as chicken, burgers and seasonal meats. Your deep knowledge of different cuts and grilling techniques will be essential in ensuring each dish meets our high standards. You’ll work efficiently to keep orders moving quickly, ensuring all meats are cooked to the precise temperatures requested by the guests, while maintaining the pace of the kitchen during busy service hours.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program which includes online and practical assessments.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Grill Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Knowledge of different steak temperatures and resting times.
• Knowledge of different meats and their characteristics.
• Experience in using a variety of Grill Equipment, including ceramic briquette grills.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Join our culinary team and take the next step in your career as a Grill Chef!

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us:

Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences