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Head Production Chef - London
Legado - Head Production Chef Head Production Chef - Legado Salary - Dependent on experience Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a Production Kitchen or high-volume quality Restaurant From the founders of the Michelin-starred Sabor, Chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho, in partnership with JKS Restaurants, is seeking a passionate and talented Head Production Chef to be part of Legado—a brand-new Spanish restaurant opening this summer in Shoreditch. If you're ready to be part of an exciting new chapter in London's culinary scene and work with a talented team delivering exceptional food and hospitality, we want to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced Production Chef who shares the same enthusiasm, dedication and passion for food, vibrant hospitality and a unique culinary experience
The Location Legado, meaning ‘legacy’ in Spanish will showcase the depth and diversity of Spanish food. With over two decades of experience leading Spanish cuisine in London, Chef Nieves is bringing her vision to life at Legado, a celebration of Spain’s regional culinary heritage. Legado will open summer 2025 in Montacute Yards, just off Shoreditch High Street. The Position As Head Production Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes throughout the operation. You will play a key role in menu development, working closely with the Head Chef; you will assist in managing the overall production kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the production kitchen team. If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: Previous experience as a Sous Chef or above within a quality production kitchen or high-volume restaurant environment; 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 scheduling and reviewing staff rotas; A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures; This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Head Production Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans. Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants Retail & Takeaway Discounts Code App Membership Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership Wagestream – stream your pay earlier Company Donations for your involvement with Charities Employee Assistance Program Access to Financial Advice Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package " Celebrating your big occasions Season Ticket Loan Progress Yourself Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days) Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral Staff parties & long service awards The Group JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024. The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Lyle’s, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound. JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.
Location:
Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime

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