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Chef

Grow, Hackney
Hackney Wick, London

Posted: 11 Feb 2026

Deadline: 28 Mar 2026

Compensation: £31,000 to £34,000 dependent on experience

Living Wage employer Ethnicity Confident scheme Disability Confident scheme

Paid Full-time Part-time

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Job description

The role

You’ll be working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team and central to the day-to-day running and development of the kitchen. You’ll lead by example on the pass, support the head chef in driving standards, and help develop a menu that reflects Grow’s values.

About you

You’ll be an experienced, calm, and organised chef who enjoys working as part of a team. We’re looking for someone who has:

  • Strong communication, who is team focused 
  • A genuine interest in sustainability and plant-based food
  • Experience with kitchen admin, understanding of HACCP and kitchen due diligence
  • Confidence running a service and supporting a team under pressure
  • Level 2 food hygiene certification (minimum)

What we offer

  • A friendly, inclusive, and creative workplace
  • Almost daily music and cultural events
  • Free entry to gigs and live events
  • Fair working hours (kitchen closes at 9pm)
  • A genuine opportunity to grow with the business and develop professionally
  • Competitive pay, open to discussion depending on experience

Click here for Full Job Description on Grow's website 

Application information

To apply, please email a cover letter and CV to jordanna@growhackney.co.uk

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About Grow, Hackney

Grow is an independent and self-organised eco-system of studios and a creative space with bars and a kitchen created out of an old sausage factory by the River Lea in Hackney Wick. It is run as an experiment in ethical and sustainable business and works in partnership with local artists, musicians, DJ's and community groups. Grow pays London Living Wage, uses eco-electricty and sources ethical and locally wherever possible.

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