Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Korean Head Chef to lead our Korean hot pot & BBQ kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Korean cuisine, an innovative mindset, and excellent leadership skills to ensure the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development: Create authentic and innovative Korean dishes, including BBQ, hot pot, and seasonal specials, tailored to our diverse customer base. * Leadership: Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and fostering a positive work environment. * Food Preparation: Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation align with Tokia Square’s standards. * Hygiene & Compliance: Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and oversee HACCP implementation. * Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, place orders, and minimize waste while managing food costs effectively. * Training & Development: Train kitchen staff on cooking techniques, presentation, and safety standards to maintain excellence. * Collaboration: Work closely with other chefs, the bar team, and management to deliver a cohesive dining experience. * Technology Integration: Adapt to and utilize advanced kitchen technologies, such as automated fryers and other innovations used in Tokia Square.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a head chef or sous chef specializing in Korean cuisine. * Expertise in preparing Korean BBQ, and other traditional Korean dishes. * Strong understanding of food safety standards and kitchen management. * Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. * Creativity and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. * Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. * Familiarity with automated kitchen technologies is a plus. * Minimum Level 2 in Health & Safety * Minimum Level 2 in HACCP * Food Safety Level 3 * Any current restaurant workers are preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. * A collaborative and innovative work environment. * Opportunities for career growth and development. * The chance to lead a flagship Korean kitchen in a unique food court setting.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Menu Development: Create authentic and innovative Korean dishes, including BBQ, hot pot, and seasonal specials, tailored to our diverse customer base. * Leadership: Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and fostering a positive work environment. * Food Preparation: Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation align with Tokia Square’s standards. * Hygiene & Compliance: Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and oversee HACCP implementation. * Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, place orders, and minimize waste while managing food costs effectively. * Training & Development: Train kitchen staff on cooking techniques, presentation, and safety standards to maintain excellence. * Collaboration: Work closely with other chefs, the bar team, and management to deliver a cohesive dining experience. * Technology Integration: Adapt to and utilize advanced kitchen technologies, such as automated fryers and other innovations used in Tokia Square