About the Role
We are seeking a Commis Chef to join El Pastor at Coal Drops Yard, Kings Cross, London. El Pastor is a group of Mexican taquerias dedicated to authentic, high-quality produce and a vibrant dining experience.
Responsibilities
- Consistently maintain the highest standards and deliver exceptional guest service
- Be the face of a Group known for its’ warm welcome and guest care
- Managing and exceeding guest expectations
- Ensure exceptional quality food and drink is consistently delivered
Requirements
- Experience working as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef at a fast-paced high quality Restaurant
- Interest and love for Mexican food and culture
- Strong command of English language
- Good knowledge of our menus, ingredients, and allergens
- Strong team ethic showing respect for your colleagues
- Passion for the Hospitality Industry and your own development is a must
Skills
- Mexican food
- Guest service
- Menu knowledge
- Ingredient knowledge
- Allergen knowledge
- Teamwork
Location
- Kings Cross, London
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Commis Chef
- Demi Chef
Salary/Compensations
- Up to £37,182 based on 48hrs per week
Benefits
- 50% Off all Food & Drink across all Harts Group
- Sit down meals with you and your team / Free meals on duty
- Company trips to meet our Top suppliers in Mexico, Spain and across the UK
- Increasing holiday allowance on top of your 28 days paid holidays
- Monthly food & drink tastings
- Career development, 1-on-1 coaching and training opportunities
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity packages
- Access to Wagestream Platform where you can access your wages early and manage your money
- Learn a new language with access to Babbel language courses
- A paid volunteering day to support our communities and causes that matter to you
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to Hospitality Action to support your wellbeing in and out of work
- CODE membership with amazing discounts in the Hospitality Industry
- Test drive our new openings, you are invited to a brilliant meal with the teams from our other Restaurants
- Working with a great group of individuals where you can be yourself and enjoy your career
About the Company
- El Pastor is a small group of Mexican taquerias in London, inspired by the decade the founders spent in Mexico City, running a cult nightclub and searching for the city’s best taco al pastor.
- We pour our hearts into top quality authentic produce, making fresh tortillas daily using heritage corn and working directly with suppliers and cooperative farmers in Mexico.
- We are proud to have been awarded a Star by the Sustainable Restaurant Association.
- This ethos is felt by our teams, they understand the journey of the ingredients and how important they are to the dishes they serve.
- El Pastor is deeply invested in sourcing the most wonderful mezcals and tequilas and making every day a fiesta.
- Harts Group is a community of talented individuals, creating award-winning food, drink and offering industry-leading service. The portfolio includes Barrafina, Parrillan, Quo Vadis, El Pastor Restaurants, The Drop, Two Drops, and Bar Daskal in London.
Equal Opportunity
- We believe in creating an inclusive, diverse, and equal workplace where everyone is valued.
