Experience – Previous experience as a Wok Chef within a quality restaurant
JKS Restaurants and Plaza Khao Gaeng are seeking a Wok Chef to join their new kitchen in Covent Garden. The successful candidate will have a passion for Asian and/or Thai cuisine and have previous experience as a Wok Chef.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Wok Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group
The Restaurant
Plaza Khao Gaeng celebrates Thailand’s coast-to-jungle cooking through the tradition of khao gaeng, broadly translated as “curry over rice”. Expect a kaleidoscope of curries rich with fresh coconut milk, aromatic curry pastes and fermented seasonings, alongside searingly hot stir-fries cooled with fresh herbs – all designed for mixing, matching and sharing.
In Thailand, the most popular khao gaeng restaurants expand to fill whatever space they can. Plaza takes inspiration from one such spot in Bangkok, now spread through an old cinema, where curries sit in gleaming trays beneath a faded façade and climb the stairs to the former box office. This is anytime comfort food: a pause from the heat, noise and movement of the street outside.
Our third Plaza Khao Gaeng opened in Covent Garden in May, turning to Thailand’s deep south – the historic borderlands of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and beyond. Anchored by a large charcoal grill, the menu draws together smoke, spice and acidity in a generous, khao gaeng‑style spread made for the table – our most Southern menu yet, inspired by rural kitchens.
The Position
We’re looking for an experienced Wok Chef to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all‑encapsulating experience to our guests. You’ll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people as passionate about food and hospitality as we are!
If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:
- Prior experience as a Wok Chef within a fast‑paced quality, restaurant
- Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in
- A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail
- Passion for food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn
- The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend‑setting restaurant group
Award‑Winning Workplace
- Recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026
Dining & Hospitality
- Lunch for 2 after probation
- Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants
- CODE App membership – discount at some of the UK’s best restaurants
- Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK
- 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare
- 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it
- Health, legal, money and debt support services available
Entertainment
- Up to 55% off cinema tickets
- Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more)
- Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK
- Wagestream – stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it
- Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning
- Company donations for your involvement with charities
Special Occasions & Recognition
- Wedding gift & newborn care package – celebrating your big occasions
- Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment
- Employee referral scheme – earn up to £600 per referral
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