Pasta CDP

ALBA RESTAURANT; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team meals before service

Discounts

Wine at cost price

Uniform provided

Holiday 29 days

Training & development

Job summary

Alba Restaurant in Knightsbridge, opposite Harrods, is seeking a passionate Pasta Chef to join our kitchen team. Working with the Head Chef, you will craft authentic pasta and Italian dishes with care and style in a busy, quality-driven kitchen.

You should have experience as a Pasta CDP or similar role, a passion for fresh ingredients, and a solid understanding of food hygiene and allergens. We offer meals, discounts, training, and generous holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pasta CDP or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of pizza dough preparation, stretching, toppings and cooking techniques.
• Passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, H&S and allergens.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy service.
• Eager to learn, develop and be part of a passionate team.
• Italian cuisine and/or wood-fired pizza experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality pasta and dishes in a quality-driven kitchen.
• Work alongside Head Chef to maintain excellence during service.

Skills

Pasta cooking

Pizza dough

Food hygiene

Allergens awareness

Team player

Job description

Alba Restaurant is seeking a passionate and talented Pasta Chef to join our kitchen team in Knightsbridge, opposite Harrods. Inspired by the Amalfi Coast, Alba is a refined Italian restaurant where authentic hospitality, exceptional ingredients and modern flair come together in a truly memorable dining experience.

Working alongside the Head Chef, you will play an important role in preparing and delivering high-quality pasta and beautifully executed dishes in a quality-driven, ambitious kitchen.

What we offer:

• £15.50 per hour incl tronc
• Team meals before every lunch and dinner service
• Genuine work/life balance
• Training and development opportunities
• 30% discount
• Wines at cost price
• Uniform provided
• 29 days’ holiday including your birthday

About you:

• Experience as a Pasta CDP or in a similar kitchen role
• Strong knowledge of pizza dough preparation, stretching, toppings and cooking techniques
• Passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Good understanding of food hygiene, H&S and allergens
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy service
• Eager to learn, develop and be part of a passionate team
• Italian cuisine and/or wood-fired pizza experience is a plus