Salary - up to £55,000 per annum Schedule - Full TimeExperience - Previous experience in Asian cuisine (preferable)JKS Restaurants and Plaza Khao Gaeng are seeking a Head Chef to lead their Kitchen in a brand new opening in central London. The successful candidate will be have previous experience and passion for Asian cuisine.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group.Plaza Khao GaengKhao gaeng broadly means ‘curry over rice''. Plaza Khao Gaeng is a Southern Thai restaurant, a celebration of the coast to jungle cuisine. It''s a kaleidoscope of curries thick with fresh coconut milk and aromatic curry pastes, fermented fish for depth, and searingly hot stir fries with cooling herbs alongside.Khao gaeng restaurants fill the space around them the more popular they become. Plaza is inspired by one such place that has taken over an old movie theatre in Bangkok. Curries set out in gleaming trays fill the entrance under the faded façade and up the stairs to the box office. This anytime comfort food provides pause in a place cool and quiet from the bustle of the street below.The Position

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes and specials; you will play a key role in menu development, working closely with our Chef Director. You will manage the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the kitchen team.If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality Restaurant;Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce;A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a Kitchen brigade;Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotas;Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing;A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures;This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Head Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans.Benefits and Culture

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:Treat YourselfQuarterly Peer to peer Dining Out AllowanceUp to 50% off dining across JKS RestaurantsRetail and Takeaway DiscountsCode App MembershipCompany tech schemeLook After YourselfDiscounted Gym MembershipWagestream – stream your pay earlierCompany Donations for your involvement with CharitiesCycle to work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgramEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveAccess to Financial AdviceWedding Gift and New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasionsSeason Ticket LoanProgress YourselfAccess to our fantastic LandD CalendarA personalised learning and development plan to develop your skills and knowledgeCareer progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.Be YourselfAdditional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referralStaff parties and long service awardsThe Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. The group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, including 6 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World''s 100 Best restaurants.The JKS portfolio currently includes Michelin Starred restaurants Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Legado as well as cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar and Bibi. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and the Hound.JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.

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