One For The Table

Head Cafe Chef

Kitchen
  • Brunch Chef
  • £15.50 – £17 per hour (inc tronc)
  • London, East
  • Full Time
Head Cafe Chef
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Job Description

One for the Table is a small, independent cafe that opened in Spring 2026. We serve high-quality brunch & coffee just moments away from Walthamstow Central in East London.

Now we’ve found our feet, we’re looking for a passionate, talented chef who genuinely cares about food, quality ingredients, and great hospitality to lead our kitchen. As we’re still a young business, this is a fantastic opportunity to build on the foundations we've created, improve kitchen systems, and grow alongside the café.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, close-knit team where your ideas and input will genuinely shape the business. We're building a workplace that's supportive, collaborative, and enjoyable—one that feels just as good to work in as it does to visit.

Key responsibilities/What you’ll be doing

  • Preparing and cooking high-quality brunch dishes with a focus on flavour, presentation, and attention to detail.
  • Ensuring quality & consistency is maintained throughout our busy periods.
  • Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards.
  • Managing stock effectively and helping minimise wastage.
  • Developing seasonal dishes and continually improving our menu.
  • Working closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a seamless customer experience.
  • Liaising with suppliers and placing orders.
  • Helping create efficient kitchen systems as the business continues to grow.
  • Happy to work independently and lead a small team.

Job Requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Chef in a café or similar environment
  • Proficiency in various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes
  • Strong passion for flavour, presentation, and quality ingredients
  • Commercial awareness with an understanding of GP, stock, and wastage
  • Organised, reliable, and a good communicator.
  • A genuine team player who thrives in a small, close-knit environment
  • Confident in running a small kitchen independently

Job Location

257 Hoe Street
London E17 9PT

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