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Thai / Malaysian Chef – Kensington Food Court

Location: Kensington Food Court
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About Kensington Food Court

Kensington Food Court is looking for an experienced and passionate Thai / Malaysian Chef to join our kitchen team.

We are looking for someone who has a genuine passion for Southeast Asian cuisine and can prepare authentic, flavourful Thai and Malaysian dishes to a consistently high standard.

The Role

As our Thai/Malaysian Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a range of authentic dishes, ensuring excellent taste, presentation and consistency throughout service.

You will work as part of a busy kitchen team and play an important role in maintaining the quality and reputation of Kensington Food Court.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Thai and Malaysian dishes.
• Prepare fresh ingredients, sauces, curry pastes, marinades and garnishes.
• Maintain consistent portion sizes, quality and presentation.
• Ensure food is prepared and served efficiently during busy periods.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety standards.
• Monitor food quality and freshness.
• Manage stock effectively and minimise food waste.
• Keep workstations and kitchen areas clean and organised.
• Follow food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Contribute ideas for new dishes, specials and menu development.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous professional experience as a Thai and/or Malaysian Chef.
• Has strong knowledge of authentic Thai and Malaysian flavours and cooking techniques.
• Is confident preparing curries, stir-fries, noodles, rice dishes, soups, laksa, satay and other Southeast Asian dishes.
• Can work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Takes pride in the quality and presentation of their food.
• Has excellent attention to detail and consistency.
• Understands food hygiene and allergen requirements.
• Is reliable, hardworking and punctual.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Has a positive attitude and passion for cooking.

Experience

Previous experience in Thai, Malaysian or Southeast Asian cuisine is highly desirable.

Candidates with strong professional cooking experience and a genuine knowledge of Thai/Malaysian cuisine are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full-time or part-time hours.
• A friendly and professional kitchen environment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills.
• The opportunity to contribute to menu development.
• Staff meals/benefits where applicable.
• Ongoing opportunities within Kensington Food Court.

Apply Now

If you are a skilled Thai/Malaysian Chef who is passionate about authentic Southeast Asian food and wants to be part of the team at Kensington Food Court, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply through Indeed with your CV and details of your previous kitchen experience.

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Store discount

Work Location: In person