62 Best food prep Jobs in Beckenham (July 2026)

About Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN At Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN, we’re passionate about delivering outstanding food, exceptional service and unforgettable guest experiences. We’re looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operation, ensuring every dish is prepared to the highest standard while supporting the smooth and efficient running of the restaurant. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example and takes pride in maintaining a well-organised, high-performing and profitable kitchen. The Role As Kitchen Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, efficient operations and full compliance with food safety standards. You’ll lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, manage stock and ordering, control food costs and ensure every service runs smoothly. Working closely with management, you’ll help maximise profitability, minimise waste and deliver an outstanding dining experience for every guest. Key Responsibilities Kitchen Operations • Lead the daily operation of the kitchen during service., • Prepare and oversee the preparation of all menu items to company standards., • Ensure every dish is presented consistently and served efficiently., • Maintain a clean, organised and fully operational kitchen at all times., • Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation., • Ensure all food is prepared safely and in line with HACCP and food hygiene regulations., • Manage prep schedules to ensure the kitchen is ready for every service., • Maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues promptly. Leadership & Team Management • Recruit, train, coach and develop the kitchen team., • Lead by example, creating a positive and accountable working culture., • Schedule staff effectively to meet business needs., • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback., • Manage disciplinary and performance issues in line with company procedures., • Foster strong communication between the kitchen and front-of-house teams. Stock & Cost Control • Manage stock levels and place supplier orders., • Carry out weekly and monthly stock takes., • Monitor food margins and work to achieve GP targets., • Reduce waste through effective stock rotation and portion control., • Ensure deliveries are checked, stored correctly and recorded accurately. Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety regulations., • Maintain accurate food safety records and temperature logs., • Ensure all team members hold appropriate food hygiene knowledge and training., • Keep the kitchen inspection-ready at all times. Business Performance • Work with management to improve kitchen efficiency and profitability., • Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials., • Identify opportunities to improve systems, workflows and service., • Support new menu launches with recipe development, costings and staff training., • Help achieve labour, food cost and profitability targets. What We’re Looking For • Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef., • Strong leadership and people management skills., • Excellent knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance., • Experience managing food costs, GP and stock control., • Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Strong organisational and communication skills., • Passion for delivering exceptional food and guest experiences. What We Offer • Competitive salary., • Performance-based bonus opportunities., • Staff meals while on shift., • Employee discounts., • Ongoing training and career development., • Opportunity to help shape and grow an ambitious restaurant brand., • Supportive and energetic working environment.

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Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Second Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our third shop south of the river and we are so excited to be joining the Crystal Palace neighbourhood. We'll be open seven days a week for delivery & collection, plus there's a few seats to dine in too! What will I be doing? • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Leading shifts and taking ownership in the absence of the Head Chef., • Adhering to the highest standards, including cleanliness and organising deep cleans., • Training the team alongside the Head Chef., • Completing all prep as required and taking responsibility for your workstation., • Work collaboratively in a team alongside the wider team. What are we looking for? • Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • Someone with a good command of English., • An excellent communicator who enjoys being part of a team!, • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer: • Working with a fantastic team in a fun environment, • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • There's loads of opportunities to progress to a Head Chef role as we have really ambitious expansion plans!, • A competitive hourly rate including bonuses., • Full time hours - around 40 hours per week with all overtime paid for., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities!, • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Fun staff parties - we close the shops so we are all able to join together!, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, **YSP

ALL ROADS – BRIXTON Modern comfort. Built on community. All Roads has always been about people. Food, music, energy and creating spaces where people come together. We started with supper clubs and built this slowly. No big backing, no shortcuts. Just people showing up, again and again. Sold out nights, word of mouth, residencies, collaborations. Proper support that’s never watered down. Now we’re opening our first neighbourhood restaurant in Brixton. The food matters. Good ingredients, cooked properly. Thought out plates that actually hit. No frills. Just real food, done well, in a space that feels like home. Director led, on the ground and in service. We’re looking for a Head Chef ready to step up and grow with us. GETTING STRAIGHT TO IT This role is for someone who genuinely cares about food. You may not already be a ‘Lead Chef' but you will be ready to confidently step into your own! You’re curious, thoughtful and always looking to push further. Eager to learn more, but also ready to share what you know. You should be confident enough to speak up, contribute ideas and help shape the kitchen, while working with respect for others and their contributions. You take pride in the details and want to cook food that actually means something. We’re building a strong, collaborative kitchen and want people who are part of that. WHAT’S ALL YOU -⁠ ⁠Running sections and supporting the pass -⁠ ⁠Prep planning, organisation and consistency -⁠ ⁠Supporting ordering, stock control and minimising waste -⁠ Support in ⁠training and developing junior chefs -⁠ ⁠Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety -⁠ ⁠Working closely with the founders on menu development -⁠ ⁠Managing service flow and stepping up to lead when needed WHAT’S GOOD HERE -⁠ ⁠Fair rotas, planned ahead -⁠ ⁠Balanced schedules that make sense -⁠ ⁠Proper breaks, always -⁠ ⁠30% off food + wine -⁠ ⁠First drink on us -⁠ ⁠Tronc shared properly + surplus redistributed -⁠ ⁠Occasional team perks -⁠ ⁠Proper family meal every shift -⁠ ⁠Cost price meat + wine -⁠ ⁠Staff socials — time with your team -⁠ ⁠Your birthday off -⁠ ⁠Clear structure and expectations -⁠ ⁠Real development with the founders -⁠ ⁠Room to grow with us We’re building this properly. If you’ve got it, you’ll want in early. Not for everyone and that’s the point. Looking forward to hearing who you are and why you want in. If you’re right, we’ll move quick. Speak soon, M&P

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Kitchen Supervisor to manage daily kitchen operations across our food brands. The role includes supervising staff, controlling busy shifts, maintaining food quality, checking orders before dispatch, managing prep and stock, ensuring hygiene standards, and reporting staff issues, complaints, shortages, and equipment faults to management. Requirements: • Minimum 1 year kitchen supervisory experience, • Fast-paced kitchen/takeaway experience, • Strong food hygiene knowledge, • Able to lead staff firmly and professionally, • Reliable, punctual, and organised, • Food Hygiene Level 2 required, • Must be willing to work night shifts Benefits: • Free or discounted food, • Growth opportunity within expanding brands Location: London Must reliably commute or relocate before starting.

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Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN

Line Cook About Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN At Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN, we're passionate about delivering bold flavours, high-quality food and an unforgettable dining experience. We're looking for an experienced and reliable Line Cook to join our kitchen team. This is more than just a cooking position. As one of our senior chefs, you'll play a key role in maintaining kitchen standards and, in the absence of the Kitchen Manager, act as the second-in-command, helping lead the team and ensuring service runs smoothly. The Role As a Line Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking food to company standards while maintaining speed, consistency and presentation during busy services. You'll support the Kitchen Manager with day-to-day operations, supervise junior kitchen staff when required and ensure all food safety and hygiene procedures are followed. Key Responsibilities Kitchen Operations • Prepare and cook menu items to company recipes and specifications., • Maintain speed, consistency and quality during service., • Ensure all dishes leave the kitchen to the highest standard., • Complete daily prep and mise en place., • Minimise food waste through correct portioning and stock rotation. Leadership • Support and guide junior kitchen staff., • Assist with training new team members., • Ensure kitchen standards are maintained throughout each shift., • Act as the senior member of the kitchen team when the Kitchen Manager is absent., • Help coordinate service and communicate effectively with Front of House. Kitchen Management Support • Assist with stock counts and inventory management., • Notify management when stock levels are running low., • Receive and organise deliveries., • Support ordering where required., • Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed correctly. Food Safety & Compliance • Maintain excellent food hygiene and HACCP standards., • Ensure kitchen cleaning schedules are completed., • Follow all company health and safety procedures., • Maintain a clean and organised workstation at all times. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who: • Has previous experience working as a Line Cook or Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen., • Can work confidently under pressure., • Has excellent organisation and communication skills., • Can lead a team when required., • Has strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene., • Is reliable, hardworking and takes pride in producing consistently excellent food. Working Hours This role requires flexibility and commitment to the hospitality industry. • Afternoon and evening shifts are required., • Weekend working is essential., • The successful candidate will be expected to work most weekends due to the nature of the business., • To support work-life balance, you will receive one weekend day off each month, subject to business requirements and agreed in advance. What We Offer • Competitive pay., • Staff meals whilst on shift., • Employee discount., • Career progression opportunities., • Ongoing training and development., • The opportunity to grow within one of London's fastest-growing independent restaurant brands.

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Sweet Jerk

Kitchen Crew Lead - IMMEDIATE START

Sweet Jerk is all about good food, good vibes, and real Caribbean flavour. We serve tasty, feel-good food fast — not fancy, just proper flavour done right. We’ve been open in Beckenham for just over a year and we’re growing fast — with big plans to open more sites. This is your chance to join a team that’s building something special and help shape how our kitchens run. The Role We’re looking for a Kitchen Crew Lead — someone who’s worked in a busy kitchen and knows how to run a smooth shift. If you’ve led or trained others in places like Nando’s, Wingstop, Five Guys, or McDonald’s, this will feel familiar. You’ll be the one keeping the kitchen organised, supporting your crew, and making sure every meal hits Sweet Jerk standards. You’ll also help new starters learn the ropes, keep on top of prep, and make sure the kitchen always runs clean, safe, and smooth. Key Responsibilities • Lead and motivate the back-of-house team to deliver high-quality, consistent food at speed., • Manage prep levels, ticket times, and service flow for smooth, efficient operation., • Train and develop team members to follow Sweet Jerk standards in quality, safety, and presentation., • Oversee daily stock checks, par levels, and deliveries, keeping waste low and efficiency high., • Ensure food-safety, SFBB logs, and hygiene standards are met at all times., • Support rota planning, shift cover, and clear communication with the front-of-house team., • Jump on the line when needed — lead by example and bring positive energy to every shift. What We’re Looking For ✅ 2 + years’ experience in a fast-paced kitchen.✅ 1 + year in a supervisory or management role (e.g. Kitchen Crew Lead, BOH Supervisor, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager).✅ Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.✅ A natural motivator who builds positive team culture.✅ Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.✅ A passion for Caribbean food, culture, and customer experience. Why You’ll Love Working at Sweet Jerk ⭐ We’re building a brand from the ground up — you’ll help shape it.⭐ Big opportunities for growth as we open more restaurants.⭐ Supportive, family-style team culture (we call our team Jerk Stars).⭐ Great food, great people, and plenty of good vibes.⭐ Free staff meals and training provided. How to Apply If you’re a natural leader who loves a fast-paced kitchen and wants to help grow something fresh, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now with your CV and a short message telling us why you’d be a great fit for Sweet Jerk Job Type: Full-time Application question(s): • What experience do you have with Caribbean cuisine, and if none, what interests you in working with it?, • Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Experience: Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)

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Island stove

Authentic Nigerian Food Chef / Cook Required in Lewisham SE13

Join the Flavor Revolution at Island Stove! The Vibe at Island Stove We aren’t just serving food; we’re serving culture, heat, and soul. Island Stove is a fast-growing brand on a mission to bring the authentic taste of Lagos and beyond to the heart of London. We’re looking for a kitchen rockstar who knows their way around a scotch bonnet and can make a pot of Jollof so good it’ll start a conversation. If you take pride in your seasoning and think "party rice and suya" is a lifestyle, we want you! Key Responsibilities: • The Classics: Whipping up legendary batches of Jollof Rice, Fried Rice, Egusi, Ogbono, and Pepper Soup that taste like home., • Cook food in large batches for takeaway and delivery orders., • Follow recipes and maintain consistency in taste, quality, and presentation., • Prepare ingredients such as chopping vegetables, seasoning meats, and organising food prep., • Maintain a clean and organised kitchen workspace., • Wash and sanitise pots, pans, utensils, and cooking equipment used during food preparation., • Assist with general kitchen cleaning duties at the end of shifts., • Ensure all food hygiene and safety standards are followed. Requirements: • Experience cooking Nigerian cuisine., • Ability to cook efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Good knowledge of Nigerian ingredients and traditional cooking methods., • Hardworking, reliable, and organised., • Ability to maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness., • Be able to work under pressure, • Have the physical ability to stand on your feet for long periods. Bonus Points if: • You’ve worked in a busy Nigerian restaurant or takeaway before., • You have a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Why You’ll Love Us • Good Vibes Only: Work in a friendly, supportive, and energetic environment., • Grow With Us: We’re expanding fast—come be a foundation member of the team!, • Life-Work Balance: Flexible hours because we know you have a life outside the kitchen. This role is ideal for a dedicated culinary professional eager to advance their career within a vibrant hospitality setting. The successful applicant will bring passion, leadership, and expertise to our team while maintaining the highest standards of quality. How to Apply: Send your CV or a short message about your cooking experience

We are looking for an experienced chef with a great attitude to jump in and work alongside our passionate and hardworking team and help run our Peckham kitchen. With a start date in July. We’re Taca - a growing London-based taco brand with a passion for bold flavours, fresh ingredients, and good vibes. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small, ambitious team and play a key role in the next stage of Taca’s growth. What we’re looking for: Experience working in busy kitchens Enthusiasm and a proactive, can-do attitude Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards Ability to work well under pressure Confident in food prep and service A team player who brings good energy to every shift Driving licence and ability to drive a van - not essential What we offer: High earnings with tip share A fun, supportive and fast-paced working environment Opportunities to grow with a brand that’s going places If you love tacos, thrive in a lively kitchen, and want to be part of a brand that doesn’t take itself too seriously — we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Apply now and join the Taca crew! 40+ hours per week

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