We are looking for someone who has a depth of experience and knowledge in producing great quality seasonal food. Kastner and Ovens is a small business consisting of two sites. One based in Covent Garden and one in Spitalfields. The company has been trading for over 18 years. We have a great local reputation, which we guard fiercely.
Both places cook everything from scratch on a daily bases, producing lunches mainly to take away. We pride ourselves on doing this better than most in the local area.
We like to run a professional but informal kitchen with none of the usual "chef" hierarchy. Our food is simple and honest with a concentration on "flavour matters". It is at heart traditional and the words "I like to experiment" fills us with dread. Although, we are looking for creative cooks, with an ability to keep the menu interesting and vibrant for the many customers who eat on a daily bases with us. For examples of the sort of food we produce you should look at Kastner and Ovens Facebook page where the menu's are posted daily.
You would be responsible for the management and development of a small close kitchen team of six. Daily menu planning and ordering. There would be gross profit responsibilities and all health and safety issues concerning the kitchen. We do not have a separation between front of house and kitchen. Many of our cooks serve at lunch and so you must have the ability to chat and charm our customers.
Most importantly we have a shared love of food and what we do. One of the huge benefits of working with us is we are one of those unusual kitchens that work Monday - Friday day time only. So come Friday it is time to put our feet up and have a beer!