Demi Chef
Jikoni Demi Chef
What we're looking for
We’re seeking a talented and passionate Demi Chefs to join our team. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Executive Chef and BOH team, playing an important part as a foundational member of our new kitchen team (opening April 2026). This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the development of a new restaurant, continue to learn and grow in a dynamic environment and contribute positively to a growing team by exemplifying our company values: (Multiculturalism & Pluralism, Integrity, Hospitality & Seva (Selfless Service), Excellence, and Entrepreneurialism).
- Emotional Skillset: You embody the qualities that define great hospitality: Kindness, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Integrity, and Empathy.
- Experience: At least 1 year experience in a professional kitchen at a Commis or Demi Chef position
- Values Alignment: You share our family values of Multiculturalism & Pluralism, Integrity, Hospitality & Seva (Selfless Service), Excellence, and Entrepreneurialism.
- Leadership & Ambition: A desire and drive to build and shape new channels of the business, contribute to a positive and supportive culture and build a career with us.
- Culinary Curiosity: A deep curiosity for our style of maternal cooking and immigrant cuisine and global flavours
Key responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day preparation and service of dishes, ensuring consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
- Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver a smooth and efficient service.
- Assist with food preparation across sections, following recipes, guidance and kitchen standards
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation in line with health & safety regulations.
- Contribute positively to a collaborative kitchen environment.
- Support the opening and development of a new kitchen, helping establish best practices and ways of working.
- Show care and respect for ingredients, minimising waste and using produce thoughtfully.
What we offer
- Career Progression: Opportunities for growth in a dynamic and progressive company and working directly with senior management and directors to grow your leadership, business and hospitality skills while contributing to business with a positive purpose.
- Unique Training: Go beyond the kitchen with visits and hands-on training with our biodynamic farm partner and specialist producers.
- Competitive Package and Team Benefits: Delicious and wholesome team meals, a 51% team discount at our restaurants upon passing probation, 28 days holiday, a company pension scheme and private health insurance plans for all team members.