Lead Chef: Flexible Hours & Career Growth

Banana Tree

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On-site

GBP 15,000 - 21,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

50% Employee Discount
Flexible Working
Referral Bonus
Career Growth
Wellbeing & Support
Perks & Rewards
Team Celebrations

Job summary

Banana Tree is seeking a Chef to join our vibrant kitchen in the United Kingdom. You will organise and deliver service across sections, work with the team to execute dishes to spec, and guide kitchen assistants to maintain high standards of hygiene.

We value individuals who love cooking, handle pressure well, and enjoy leading others. Flexible contracts and a welcoming environment ensure you can thrive and grow with our brand.

Qualifications

  • Love cooking and thrive under pressure.
  • Enjoy leading a team and guiding kitchen assistants.
  • Willingness to adapt to flexible, negotiable contracts.

Responsibilities

  • Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in our fast-paced kitchen.
  • Work closely with the kitchen team to produce delicious dishes to specification.
  • Support and guide kitchen assistants and porters.
  • Ensuring your section is prepped and organised for service.
  • Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Skills

Cooking
Team leadership
Service coordination
Time management

Job description

Banana Tree is seeking a Chef to join our vibrant kitchen in the United Kingdom. You will organise and deliver service across sections, work with the team to execute dishes to spec, and guide kitchen assistants to maintain high standards of hygiene.

We value individuals who love cooking, handle pressure well, and enjoy leading others. Flexible contracts and a welcoming environment ensure you can thrive and grow with our brand.

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