Production Chef at Padella

Up to £14 per hour depending on experience. (including tronc) plus tips

Production Chef at Padella

*Day time job - no evenings*

Padella was London’s pioneering fresh pasta concept when it opened in Borough Market in 2016,focusing on high quality, seasonal recipes and techniques developed at Tim & Jordan’s first restaurant, Trullo,and at St John, the River Cafe and Moro, where they trained.

We’re still leading the field in our love for traditional Italian pasta; the kind you eat in people’s homes and in the best trattorias in Italy, while using a combination of the best quality and high welfare Italian and British seasonal ingredients.

We believe in unearthing and developing the most talented Back of House professionals in a friendly and supportive environment that prizes product knowledge and staff welfare above everything else. Intermediate and Advanced level WSET Training is included for Production Chef de Parties.

Staff Benefits

  • Referral Bonus :Earn £500 for referring a friend who passes probation.
  • Early Wage Access :Access up to 50% discount of your earnings before Payday with Stream.
  • Delicious Daily Meals :Our staff breakfast and lunch are legendary, and a great time for the team to relax together.
  • Staff Discount: Enjoy a 50% discount at Padella and 60% at Trullo with up to 4 people.
  • Staff Parties: Regular staff parties at some great London locations.
  • Professional Development: WSET Training as standard for Production Chefs, as well as advanced coffee training and regular supplier trips in the UK and Italy
  • Training & Growth: Dive into Padella’s rich training program to expand your culinary prowess and elevate your career.
  • Employee Assistant Program:24/7 confidential advice and support whenever you need it.

Work Location: In person

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