Latin Kitchen Chef — Fast-Paced, Team-First

The Big Table Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay with Tronc

Staff discounts across brands

Flexible contracts

Career development programs

Wage access before payday

Job summary

Las Iguanas in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Chef to lead vibrant food preparation in a lively kitchen. You’ll join a passionate team, delivering colourful, flavourful dishes with precision and energy, while upholding high standards of cleanliness and safety.

You’ll coordinate service, train junior staff, and ensure every dish meets our bold Latin American concept. The role emphasises teamwork, skill development, and a hands-on, family-like culture in a busy restaurant.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and a passion for great food.
• Ability to work well within a team and under pressure.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across kitchen sections.
• Work with the team to produce dishes to specification.
• Support and guide junior kitchen staff and porters.
• Ensure sections are prepped and ready for service.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen with high hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Working under pressure

Food preparation

Job description

Las Iguanas in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Chef to lead vibrant food preparation in a lively kitchen. You’ll join a passionate team, delivering colourful, flavourful dishes with precision and energy, while upholding high standards of cleanliness and safety.

You’ll coordinate service, train junior staff, and ensure every dish meets our bold Latin American concept. The role emphasises teamwork, skill development, and a hands-on, family-like culture in a busy restaurant.