Kitchen Staff

⭐ Kitchen Team Member / Cook – Taiwanese Street Food (New Opening – London Elephant Exchange)

Location: Elephant & Castle, London
Job Type: Full‑time / Part‑time
Start Date: Oct 2026

About Us

We are opening a brand‑new Taiwanese street‑food kitchen in Elephant Exchange, bringing authentic flavours such as Taiwanese fried chicken, braised pork rice, bao, noodles, and more to one of London’s most vibrant new food destinations.

We’re building a strong team of people who care about flavour, consistency, and great service — and who are passionate about cooking and food.

The Role

You will:

• Cook Taiwanese and Asian‑style dishes to a high standard
• Follow recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and a clean, organised workspace
• Carry out regular cleaning duties to keep the kitchen safe, tidy, and compliant
• Support smooth service during busy periods
• Assist with prep, stock rotation, and deliveries
• Work collaboratively with the team
• Work proactively and take initiative in the kitchen
• Bring genuine passion for cooking and food

Required & Preferred Experience

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
• Experience in an Asian kitchen (Taiwanese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc.)
• Familiarity with wok cooking and Asian flavour profiles
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Right to work in the UK

⭐ Career Progression: Pathway to Kitchen Manager

As we expand across the UK, we promote from within. Strong team members will have opportunities to take on leadership roles, including:

• Leadership training and support
• Responsibility for ordering, stock control, and training new staff
• Higher pay and management duties
• Influence over kitchen culture and standards

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (full‑time salary negotiable depending on experience)
• Free staff meals
• Training in Taiwanese flavours and cooking techniques
• Rapid progression opportunities
• Supportive, friendly team
• Brand‑new London location with excellent transport links
• Opportunities to work in our other venues across the UK — relocation can be discussed for staff who wish to move

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with your CV and a short message explaining why you’d be a great fit. We are hiring ahead of our November opening and reviewing applications daily.

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Work Location: In person