Grill Chef: Charcoal, Precision & Progression

Hawksmoor Seven Dials; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Tronc paid for every hour you work

Free team meals on shift

50% off meals

Income protection

Death in service cover

Paid volunteer days

Early wage access

Referral bonuses

Exclusive savings on travel

Welfare budget for snacks

Training and progression

Job summary

Hawksmoor is seeking a Grill Chef to own the iconic grill section, cooking steaks over charcoal to precise Hawksmoor standards. You’ll lead a section during peak service, controlling timing and temperature while maintaining spotless food safety and organisation.

Join a hands‑on team that values craft, collaboration and growth. We offer a supportive kitchen culture with strong progression opportunities and a focus on quality produce and open‑fire cooking.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality kitchen with fresh produce.
• Confident cooking meat and managing high‑pressure service.
• Calm, organised and detail‑focused.
• A team player who communicates clearly and works collaboratively.
• Passionate about quality produce and open‑fire cooking.
• Eager to develop your craft and grow within a professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Cook steaks and grill items to Hawksmoor standards.
• Manage your section with precision during busy services.
• Control timing, temperature and consistency on the grill.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, organisation and cleanliness.
• Work closely with the pass and wider kitchen team to ensure seamless service.
• Support junior chefs working within your section.

Skills

Grill cooking

Open-fire cooking

Food safety

High-pressure service

Team player

Clear communication

Job description

Hawksmoor is seeking a Grill Chef to own the iconic grill section, cooking steaks over charcoal to precise Hawksmoor standards. You’ll lead a section during peak service, controlling timing and temperature while maintaining spotless food safety and organisation.

Join a hands‑on team that values craft, collaboration and growth. We offer a supportive kitchen culture with strong progression opportunities and a focus on quality produce and open‑fire cooking.