Grill Chef

Culinary Collective; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in London seeks a dedicated Grill Chef to master the grill in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure the highest quality and safety standards while training new team members. Join us for a full-time position with a competitive hourly rate of £17 and additional perks including meals for guests and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Monthly meal for you + 4 guests

Formal qualifications training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience on grill or hot section in a busy kitchen.
• Strong awareness of food safety and allergens.
• Ability to cook calmly and confidently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Master the grill station and manage multiple orders during peak service.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of your station.
• Support new starters on the grill.
• Maintain ticket times while delivering quality.

Skills

Grill station mastery under pressure

Food safety awareness

Strong communication

Team-first attitude

Job description

Grill Chef – Heard, Soho (Flagship Opening)

Premium burgers. Fresh ingredients. Consistent standards.

Heard, created with 2 Michelin‑starred chef Jordan Bailey, is transforming London’s fast‑food scene with precision‑cooked smash burgers. Our first site in Borough launched in February 2025 to rave reviews, and we’re now opening our flagship in Soho.

Responsibilities

• Master the grill station within 2 weeks, confidently handling multiple orders during peak service with accurate temperature, timing, and finish on every patty
• Hit full station setup and close‑down independently, completing daily checklists and keeping your section fully stocked, labelled, and compliant
• Maintain sub‑10‑minute ticket times during peak periods while consistently delivering Heard’s burger quality, seasoning, and build standards
• Ensure every burger leaves the pass consistent, with correct sear, melt, and assembly — no shortcuts, no drop in standards
• Own the cleanliness and safety of your station, including daily cleaning, equipment checks, and safe grill management
• Communicate clearly on shift, working closely with the pass and prep teams to coordinate service and stay ahead of the board
• Contribute to stock accuracy by reporting low items, minimising waste, and portioning correctly during prep
• Support new starters on the grill, showing them correct techniques and helping them get up to speed during training weeks
• Keep EHO and allergen protocols tight, following Heard’s systems and flagging any issues early
• Be reliable, professional, and focused — someone the Head Chef and Sous Chef can count on every single shift

Requirements

• Previous experience on grill or hot section in a busy kitchen
• Strong awareness of food safety, allergens, and clean working
• Calm, confident cooking under pressure — you don’t cut corners
• A real sense of pride in every plate and every service
• Team‑first attitude with good communication and timing

Package

• £17 /hour – full‑time, with stable rota and paid breaks
• Monthly meal for you + 4 guests – on us
• Formal qualifications – including Mental Health First Aid and H&S Level 2
• Career development – progression into senior line roles and leadership training

Ready to own the grill at London’s most exciting new kitchen? Apply now and cook with precision, pride, and purpose.