The Ottolenghi Group is opening it’s sixth restaurant in London this summer. Yotam Ottolenghi is an esteemed Israeli/British chef, restaurant owner and author. This multi-award winning chef started his company in 2002 and has successfully grown his worldwide following. The Ottolenghi dishes quickly became popular with the unorthodox flavour combinations and abundance of middle eastern influences.
Our new Ottolenghi site in Fitzrovia is set to open later this year; in keeping with the NOPI style of food and service but on a much larger scale. The exciting and inventive style of Ottolenghi cuisine will continue, but with a stronger focus on vegetables and highly selective sustainable produce.
We are currently recruiting inspiring and passionate chefs to join like-minded professionals. We would love to find passionate colleagues who value effectiveness, efficiency and organization, empowered individuals who would like to be a part of something new and exciting.
As a chef you will need:

Shared brand ethos and company values
Passion, understanding and knowledge of food.
Engaged, team player in fast paced environment.
Calm and efficient in a pressurised environment.
Minimum 5 years experience in the restaurant industry.
Level 2 Food Safety
Must own personal knives set
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Good understanding of English and the right to work in the UK.

What we provide:

Excellent rates of pay, plus regular appraisals and performance reviews.
Generous recommend a friend scheme
Flexible and fair hours (Rota based on 48 hours per week)
Comprehensive training (including supplier trips, ethically sourcing) giving you the chance to develop your own skills.
28 Days holiday
Generous discounts, plus meals on shift
Excellent career prospects in a growing, dynamic company that wants to reward its people and give them genuine opportunities to grow.
Code app subscription
English course grant

If this sounds like you then please forward your CV to us with a cover note about why you think you're the right person for the job. We look forward to hearing from you!