About the Role
Grind is seeking a passionate Pizza Chef de Partie to join their exclusive Shoreditch team. This role involves supporting and running the pizza section, preparing and cooking pizzas to Grind standards, and contributing to the elevated dining experience at their flagship pizza site.
Responsibilities
- Support the Back of House team in the daily operation of the Shoreditch pizza section.
- Prepare, portion, stretch, top, and cook pizzas to exact Grind specifications, ensuring quality and speed during service.
- Maintain exceptional food standards and uphold the reputation of our exclusive pizza site.
- Keep the pizza section clean, organised, and compliant with all hygiene and food safety procedures.
- Work closely with senior chefs to deliver smooth and efficient services.
- Remain customer-focused, ensuring every pizza leaving the pass meets our high expectations.
- Assist with dough preparation, stock rotation, mise en place, and general kitchen production.
- Report any hazards, equipment issues, or maintenance needs to the Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
- Wear the correct uniform and follow all kitchen procedures at all times.
- Carry out any additional reasonable duties requested by your Line Manager.
Requirements
- Previous pizza kitchen experience, with confident dough skills and an ability to maintain quality under pressure.
- Professionalism, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced service environment.
- A collaborative, team-first attitude with a focus on quality and consistency.
- Commitment to high standards of hygiene, organisation, and section discipline.
- Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a desire to grow your skills within an exclusive and unique Grind kitchen.
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Dough handling
- Pizza cooking techniques
- Food preparation
- Hygiene and food safety procedures
- Teamwork
Location
- London
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Previous pizza kitchen experience
Salary/Compensations
- Variable tronc payments based on site performance and individual eligibility
Benefits
- NEST Pension
- Access to interest-free, short-term loans
- Referral Bonus up to £300
- Up to 40% off retail line online
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 50% off all food and drinks at Grind locations
- Two free coffees a day at Grind locations
- Friends & Family Discount
- Staff meal on shifts over 8 hours
- Team social events
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefits
About the Company
- Grind is a coffee company with multiple locations across London, including cafes, coffee trucks, and a roastery.
- They are known for serving specialty coffee and bottomless brunches.
- Grind is committed to sustainability, aiming to be the world's most sustainable coffee company through initiatives like compostable coffee pods, plastic-free packaging, and carbon-free shipping.
- They founded the Better Coffee Foundation charity to address the environmental impact of the global coffee industry.
Equal Opportunity
- Grind is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
- They do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or disability status.
- Adjustments are available for interviewees to help them perform at their best.
