Job Description
Job Opportunity at Diamond Pizza and Kebab – Pakistani Experience Curry Chef (UK and Overseas Applicants Welcome)
Location: Southampton, UK
Position: Pakistani Experienced Curry Chef
Salary: £39,000 OTE (Gross)
Working Hours: 6 days per week, 40 hours
Benefits: 28 days paid holidays (Pro Rata), incentives, employer pension plan
Diamond Pizza and Kebab, a well-established business in the beautiful port city of Southampton, has been serving the community for over 20 years. As we expand our menu to include Asian curries, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Anglo-Pakistani Specialist Chef to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment where your creativity can flourish.
We are committed to offering exceptional culinary experiences by blending the best of Pakistani and British flavors, and we need someone with proven expertise to help us deliver this vision.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with a gross OTE package of £39,000
- Sponsorship available for suitable overseas candidates
- An opportunity to showcase your talent and develop your skills in a supportive environment
Key Requirements:
- Proven Experience: Substantial professional experience as a chef, with a deep understanding of British and Pakistani cooking techniques and flavors.
- Skills and Expertise: Ability to develop and prepare a variety of Pakistani dishes, focusing on consistency, flavor, and presentation.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent in English for effective team collaboration and communication with customers.
- Professional Skills: Strong organizational skills, multitasking ability, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
- Creativity: Ability to innovate and experiment with new ideas to keep the menu fresh and exciting.
- Team Player: Collaborative mindset, with the ability to train junior kitchen staff in cooking techniques.
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- Performance-driven with a focus on results
- Strong leadership qualities
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- Creative, energetic, and passionate about delivering culinary excellence
- Hardworking, conscientious, and able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure
Additional Skills/Experience:
- Relevant experience in culinary arts or a similar field
- Fast-paced with the ability to work under pressure
To Boost Your Chances:
Send a video demo of your skills, photos of dishes you specialize in, an Instagram link (if available), menus you’ve worked on, and any commendations or references.
Application Process:
Please send your CV to diamondpizzaandkebab1@gmail.com.
Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to phone inquiries. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 72 hours. If you have not been contacted, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Note: We do not require any upfront payment for shortlisting your CV.
Overseas Applicants:
Please be aware that any relevant fees for UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship, including travel costs to the UK, are your responsibility. The employer will cover the UKVI sponsor fees. If you are eligible for the position, we will provide full details of the visa and employment process.