Job Overview
Join the team at Oodles Wok! We are a fast-paced, high-volume Asian fusion restaurant famous for delivering fresh, custom stir-fry boxes cooked right in front of our customers. We pride ourselves on fast service, incredible flavors, and a vibrant kitchen environment.We are currently looking for a skilled, energetic, and reliable Wok Chef to join our kitchen team. If you thrive under pressure and master the art of the wok, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Do (Roles & Responsibilities)
- Master the Wok: Prepare, toss, and stir-fry our signature noodle and rice dishes with speed, precision, and consistency on a high-heat gas wok range.
- Maintain Quality: Follow exact brand recipes, portion controls, and sauce measurements to ensure every box matches our high standards.
- Prep for Success: Handle daily mise en place, including prepping fresh vegetables, marinating meats, and cooking base noodles or rice.
- Keep It Spotless: Follow strict food safety guidelines, manage allergen control protocols, and maintain a highly hygienic wok station (FIFO rotation).
- Work as a Team: Coordinate seamlessly with prep cooks and front-of-house staff to ensure rapid ticket times during peak lunch and dinner rushes.
What We Are Looking For (Requirements)
- Experience: Minimum of 1 experience cooking on a commercial wok range or working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
- Skills: Excellent knife skills, strong hand-eye coordination for tossing woks, and the ability to work safely with high-heat equipment.
- Mindset: A positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and the stamina to handle a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Compliance: Up-to-date knowledge of Food Safety and Hygiene practices (Level 2 Food Safety certificate is highly desirable).
- Flexibility: Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Two weeks of training will be provided.
What’s in It for You? (Benefits)
- Competitive hourly rate with performance-based reviews.
- Free delicious staff meal during your shift.
- Clear career progression and opportunities to move into Kitchen Management.
Pay: £12.71-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
