Junior Chef / Kitchen Lead

Mike's Meals; London, West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Position: Junior Chef / Kitchen Lead. Location: Karma Kitchen, Hackney, London. Salary: £30,000+ per year (+ bonus). Experience: 1-2 years professional kitchen experience.

About Mike's Meals: Mike’s Meals specializes in creating fresh, macro-balanced, customizable meals designed for gym-goers, fitness enthusiasts, busy professionals, and health-conscious diners. Operating out of Karma Kitchen in vibrant Hackney, we provide a dynamic and collaborative environment surrounded by other innovative businesses and passionate chefs. We are looking for an adventurous chef that wants to help lead the kitchen operations of a new brand and lend a hand in making Mike's Meals successful.

Responsibilities

1. Preparation and cooking of macro-balanced meals following established recipes.
2. Ensuring consistent meal quality, accurate portioning, and nutritional accuracy.
3. Maintaining kitchen hygiene, food safety standards, and a well-organized workspace.
4. Assisting in recipe refinement and development in collaboration with Mike.
5. Managing inventory, ensuring ingredient freshness, and minimizing waste.
6. Collaborating effectively with other kitchen staff and being a proactive team player.

Qualifications

1. Professional culinary training or equivalent kitchen experience (minimum 1-2 years).
2. Demonstrated efficiency and skill in meal preparation within a commercial kitchen.
3. Understanding of, or keen interest in, nutrition and macro-conscious meals.
4. Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
5. Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn and grow with the nascent brand.

Why Join Mike’s Meals

1. Competitive salary, bonus and pay structure.
2. Work within Karma Kitchen’s inspiring community, offering shared relaxation areas and networking opportunities.
3. Flexible, creative, and dynamic work environment.
4. Direct mentorship and personal growth opportunities.
5. Join an exciting, growing brand at an early stage.

If you’re enthusiastic, driven, and passionate about healthy eating and exceptional cooking, Mike’s Meals would love to meet you!

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 yearly

About Mike's Meals: Founded by Mike, an Italian entrepreneur passionate about fitness and delicious, balanced food, Mike’s Meals offers customizable macro-conscious meals from Hackney’s vibrant Karma Kitchen.