Wok Chef

About the Role

Speedboat Bar is on the lookout for a passionate Wok Chef to join our lively kitchen team. If you’re driven, creative, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, this is your chance to cook bold, exciting food with one of London’s most acclaimed restaurant groups.

In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar brings the energy of Bangkok’s Chinatown to London. Inspired by the thrill of Thai speedboat racing, our menu celebrates wok mastery, roasted meats, and fiery sauces – crafted with specialist Thai herbs grown at Luke’s own nursery in Dorset. Our bar is all about good times – think Singha beer towers, frozen cocktails, and playful twists like the Snakes blood Negroni and Jelly Bia.

• Prior experience as a Wok Chef in a quality, fast‑paced restaurant.
• Energy, creativity, and attention to detail.
• A love of learning and developing new skills.
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• Ambition to grow within a trend‑setting restaurant group.

At JKS Restaurants, people are at the heart of everything we do. We’ll give you the tools, training, and support to thrive – all while being yourself.

• Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants.
• Retail & takeaway discounts.
• Complimentary Code App membership.

• Discounted gym membership.
• Free Online GP.
• Wagestream – access your pay when you need it.
• Employee assistance programme & financial advice.
• Contributions to charities you support.
• Special gifts for weddings & new‑born arrivals.

• Access to our award‑winning L&D calendar.
• Personalised training & development plans.
• Clear career progression across our acclaimed restaurant group.

• Staff parties & long service awards.
• Employee referral scheme – earn up to £600 per referral.

Founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam & Sunaina Sethi, JKS has become one of the UK’s most celebrated restaurant groups. With 7 Michelin stars, cult‑favourite casual brands, and recognition as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, we offer unmatched opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals.

Experience: Required

Employment: Full‑time

Schedule: Monday to Sunday

Salary: £15 – £16 hourly

Starting time: Immediate start!

Join us at Speedboat Bar and take the next step in your career with a group that values talent, creativity, and genuine hospitality.

About Speedboat Bar:

The Restaurant. In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar takes inspiration from the Thai‑Chinese restaurants in Bangkok’s Chinatown and the thrilling sport of Speedboat racing along the can.