Job Title: Kitchen Team Member / Cook – Taiwanese Street Food
Location: Digbeth, Birmingham
Job Type: Part‑time (with potential to become Full-time))
Start Date: Immediate
About Us
We are a vibrant Taiwanese street food kitchen based in the heart of Digbeth, Birmingham, serving authentic Taiwanese favourites including fried chicken, braised pork rice, bao buns, noodles, and more.
As a growing business, we are passionate about delivering exceptional food, maintaining high standards, and creating a positive team culture. We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who share our passion for great food and want to grow with us.
The Role
As a Kitchen Team Member / Cook, you will play an important role in our daily kitchen operations. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and cooking Taiwanese and Asian-inspired dishes to a consistently high standard
- Following recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and ensuring the kitchen remains clean, safe, and organised
- Supporting efficient service during busy trading periods
- Assisting with food preparation, stock rotation, and deliveries
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Bringing a positive, reliable, and proactive attitude to every shift
- Food hygiene knowledge (Minimum Level 2 is required)
Preferred Experience
- Experience in an Asian kitchen (Taiwanese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc.) is highly preferred
- Familiarity with wok cooking, seasoning, and Asian flavour profiles is a bonus
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
- Good communication and teamwork
- Right to work in the UK
Career Progression: Opportunity to Become Full-time staff
We are a growing business — and we want to promote from within.
For the right person, this role offers a clear pathway to Kitchen Manager, to manage our restaurant in Birmingham or in other cities, including:
- Leadership training and support
- Increased responsibility over time (ordering, stock control, training new staff)
- Higher pay and management-level duties
- Opportunity to shape the kitchen culture and standards
If you’re ambitious, reliable, and passionate about Asian cuisine, this is a rare chance to grow into a management role quickly.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Free staff meals during shifts
- Training in Taiwanese flavors and cooking techniques
- Opportunities for rapid progression
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Central Birmingham location with excellent transport links
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed with your CV and a short message explaining why you’d be a great fit. We are hiring immediately and reviewing applications daily.
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
