Job Description

New Projects & Openings - Head Chef - New Opening

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Head Chef - New Opening - New Projects & Openings

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Salary - Up to 55,000 per year


Schedule - Full Time


Experience - Previous Head Chef within a quality, high-volume restaurant


JKS Restaurants and Plaza Khao Gaeng are seeking a Head Chef to lead their Kitchen in a brand new opening in central London. The successful candidate will have a passion for Asian cuisine and previous experience as a Head Chef.


This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group.

Plaza Khao Gaeng

Khao gaeng broadly means 'curry over rice'. Plaza Khao Gaeng is a Southern Thai restaurant, a celebration of the coast to jungle cuisine. It's a kaleidoscope of curries thick with fresh coconut milk and aromatic curry pastes, fermented fish for depth, and searingly hot stir fries with cooling herbs alongside.


Khao gaeng restaurants fill the space around them the more popular they become. Plaza is inspired by one such place that has taken over an old movie theatre in Bangkok. Curries set out in gleaming trays fill the entrance under the faded facade and up the stairs to the box office. This anytime comfort food provides pause in a place cool and quiet from the bustle of the street below


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The Position

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes and specials; you will play a key role in menu development, working closely with our Chef Director. You will manage the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the kitchen team.


If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:

Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality restaurant (experience in Thai cuisine is desirable but not essential); Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce; A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail; Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a kitchen brigade; Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotas; Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing; A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures;

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Benefits

Dining & Hospitality

Dine Out Allowance - Quarterly peer to peer at competitor restaurants Lunch for 2 after probation Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants

Health & Wellness

Self care salary - 1,200 additional salary to spend on your self care. Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it Health, legal, money and debt support services available

Entertainment

Up to 55% off cinema tickets Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more) Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK

Financial Support

Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning Company donations for your involvement with charities

Special Occasions & Recognition

Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment Employee referral scheme - earn up to 600 per referral Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)

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The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. The group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World's 100 Best restaurants.


The JKS portfolio currently includes Michelin Starred restaurants Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle's; as well as cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar and Bibi. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms and The George.


JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.