Second Chef

The Restaurant Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal

Brand discounts

Wagestream access

Discount platform

Duty free discounts

Job summary

The Restaurant Group in Greater London is seeking a Second Chef to support our Head Chef and drive exceptional dining experiences. You will contribute to menu execution, uphold brand standards and lead a section in a busy, high-volume environment.

We value strong leadership, outstanding communication, and organisation to coordinate shifts and maintain quality. This role offers early 3am starts, career development, staff meals on shift, brand discounts, and opportunities to grow with a leading

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced high-volume restaurants.
• Knowledge of ingredients, processes and culinary techniques.
• Familiarity with various kitchen appliances and efficient use.
• Understanding of hospitality management and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and lead kitchen operations.
• Maintain brand standards and high food quality.
• Coordinate with team to ensure timely service.
• Assist with menu execution and training when needed.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Leadership

Communication

Culinary technique

Job description

Embark on a new culinary journey as our Second Chef, supporting our Head Chef. If you're passionate about crafting delightful dishes and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we want you on our team. There is a unique twist - early morning starts from 3 am - but our variety of shifts promise a vibrant and ever-changing work landscape.

As a key member of our kitchen team, you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences, ensuring guests always leave happy. Your role includes maintaining brand standards and food quality, and collaborating with our award-winning food team, contributing to our collective success and maintaining the excellence that our brands are known for.

We’re TRGC, one of the UK’s biggest hospitality businesses, and for over 35 years we’ve been serving millions of guests across our restaurant group, Concessions. From high-street favourites to buzzing airports, our diverse portfolio including iconic brands like Giraffe and Jones The Grocer offers something for everyone. It’s all about great food, welcoming spaces, and experiences people come back for.

At TRGC, we believe that our people are our business, and we strive to create great places to work that support our team members to be the best they can be and provide rewarding careers.

What's in it for you...

• Tronc
• Superb career development with training and apprenticeships open to all.
• Free meal whenever you work.
• Up to 30% discount at all our brands and no limit on number of guests, incl. wagamama.
• Duty free discounts excluding alcohol and cigarettes.
• Access to a great discount platform, saving you money on everyday purchases and so much more.
• Wagestream platform to access your wages as they are earned.

What we're looking for in our Second Chef

• Experienced in the fast-paced world of high-volume restaurants.
• In-depth knowledge of ingredients, food processes, and culinary techniques.
• Familiarity with a variety of kitchen appliances, ensuring optimal utilisation and efficiency.
• Understanding of hospitality management.
• Awareness of Profit & Loss (P&L) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Understand the nitty-gritty of laws and regulations like Health and Safety and Licensing Laws.
• Excel in communication and leadership skills.
• Awesome at organising and multitasking.
• Plus, you're ready to share your last 5 years of life's journey, whether that's work, education, or personal experiences, and you're okay with a criminal record check.

We're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all, where team members are valued for their unique perspectives. We are proud to celebrate our diverse voices! And we are a disability confident employer.

We want every candidate to have the opportunity to succeed, we will ask if you need any adjustments during the application and interview process to be your best!