Deli Chef - Monday to Friday in City of London, London

Deli Chef | Monday to Friday

£33,750 Per Annum + Paid Overtime
7:00am - 3:30pm | 40-Hour Contract
Brand New Corporate Site | Premium B&I Contract Catering

Looking for a role where you can showcase your creativity, work with exceptional ingredients, and enjoy every weekend off?

We're recruiting for an experienced Deli Chef to join a brand-new corporate catering site within one of London's most prestigious corporate environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the kitchen team from the outset and play a key role in delivering a premium deli offering, specialising in high-end sandwiches, open sandwiches and beautifully presented grab-and-go food.

The ideal candidate will have previous deli experience and a genuine passion for producing exceptional food, with a strong eye for detail and presentation.

The Role

As Deli Chef, you'll be responsible for the preparation and presentation of a premium daily deli offer, working with high-quality, fresh ingredients to create food that looks as good as it tastes.

You'll be joining a new operation and will have the opportunity to help establish the standards, presentation and overall food offering from day one.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and producing high-end sandwiches and open sandwiches
• Creating visually appealing, premium deli products
• Working with fresh, seasonal and high-quality ingredients
• Ensuring exceptional presentation and attention to detail
• Maintaining consistent portioning, quality and presentation
• Supporting the development of new sandwich and deli concepts
• Preparing daily mise en place and ensuring the deli is fully stocked and ready for service
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and organisation
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure a smooth daily operation
• Supporting the launch and development of the brand-new site
• Helping establish and maintain consistently high standards across the deli offering

What We're Looking For

• Previous deli experience is essential
• Proven experience producing high-end sandwiches and/or open sandwiches
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation
• Passion for quality food and premium ingredients
• Creative approach to sandwich and deli preparation
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to work efficiently within a busy service environment
• Consistent and reliable approach to food quality
• Positive attitude and strong team ethic
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Experience within premium contract catering, hotels, restaurants or corporate hospitality would be advantageous

What's On Offer

• £33,750 annual salary
• Monday to Friday
• 7:00am - 3:30pm
• 40-hour contract
• Paid overtime
• Every weekend off
• Brand-new corporate catering site
• Opportunity to help shape a new premium deli operation from launch
• High-quality ingredients and a quality-led food environment
• Excellent professional kitchen team
• Opportunity for career progression and development
• Staff meals whilst on duty

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