WatchHouse is an industry leading group of specialty coffee houses across London, with a flagship house in the heart of the Cotswolds - Bath. Baristas are the beating heart of WatchHouse. You will be working on the latest equipment, serving the highest quality single origin beans, and working with some of the most knowledgeable coffee brains in the industry. We provide the best customer service, serve the best coffee and work within the most beautiful spaces in London; to create our vision of the Modern Coffee Experience.
We are looking for skilled and experienced Full-Time Chef to join our team at WatchHouse Seven Dials.
The ideal candidate for this role will have experience working in a professional kitchen and be confident and skilled in service. We serve a seasonal and fresh menu based around British Brunch Cuisine. Be ready to introduce our new customers to the Modern Coffee experience.
You’ll be responsible for:
Supporting food preparation as well as full service.
Working alongside the kitchen team to support with any needs from washing cutlery, plating dishes to putting away orders.
Maintaining a clean work space throughout the day; cleaning floors, santisting stations, taking out the refuse and maintaining safety standards.
You will be working in professional kitchens and best-in-class equipment.
This role is full time 40 hours per week. You'll be based at one location but we ask that everyone is flexible and willing to help out at one of the 12 sites across London.
This role also gives the successful candidates the opportunity to join WatchHouse at a time in which we are gearing towards exciting expansion, giving everyone unique career opportunities over the coming months and years, the perfect role for someone looking to pursue a career in the hospitality industry. You’ll have access to a range of in House learning and development programmes and the opportunity for promotion and transfer across the sites as the company develops.
In short, at WatchHouse you can expect:
Beautiful designed Houses, working on industry leading equipment and fellow hospitality professionals.
Contracted hours every week to give you stability and the ability to plan your personal life.
Empathetic managers who will be flexible on your needs.
Free coffee, tea and WatchHouse made drinks (even on your days off!).
Providing on and off shift training when you join the team to ensure you are set for success.
Access to SCA training (depending on your role).
250g of free coffee each month.
Access to the Cycle to work scheme.
A day off shift induction within your first two weeks of joining WatchHouse.
Genuine opportunities for career growth within WatchHouse as we continue to grow.
Free lunch on every shift.
A social budget for each location to have fun with your team outside of work.
An invite to the annual WatchHouse Party; including presenting the Core Value Awards and prizes such as a trip to Coffee Farms!
30% off food in any of our House, any time.
30% off our WatchHouse retail coffee, anytime
Working at WatchHouse.
WatchHouse was born from a passion to do better. Diligence and attention to detail are paramount to what we do, we focus on the detail. We strive for perfection. We really care.
We are a people first business, curious and interested in those around us. We treat everyone with respect. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where diversity is celebrated, equality is insisted and inclusion expected.
A company where we believe in having the right person in the role; personality and individuality at the top of the list of what we are looking for in applications and throughout our hiring process.
We also know that everyone is different, and we value and respect diversity, standing up for equality and standing against any form of discrimination.
Decisions about and the treatment of people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour- these should be assessed against the WatchHouse job description requirements for each individual role.
We are always patient and considerate towards others. Encouraging, approachable and communicating brilliantly. We strive to be the best we can be, by giving and receiving regular and honest feedback in a professional manner.
We plan ahead, prioritise and are mindful and respect the time of others. We complete every task to the best of our ability. Always happy to ask for help, work in cohesion with other people/departments and share successes.
We work to make WatchHouse an environment of trust and comradery, where others are inspired to play their part in working effectively together. Building strong relationships with others and demonstrating positive energy. We recognise and value the contribution of others across the business, working together to deliver the Modern Coffee experience to each and every person touched by our business.
Our four core values - passion, can do, diligence and empathy - are what make WatchHouse who we are. Our decisions are made based on these principles. To grow and succeed at WatchHouse, it is imperative that these values also resonate strongly with you and can drive your ambition in the same way they do ours.
WatchHouse is an industry leading group of specialty coffee houses across London, with a flagship house in the heart of the Cotswolds - Bath. Baristas are the beating heart of WatchHouse. You will be working on the latest equipment, serving the highest quality single origin beans, and working with some of the most knowledgeable coffee brains in the industry. We provide the best customer service, serve the best coffee and work within the most beautiful spaces in London; to create our vision of the Modern Coffee Experience.
We are looking for skilled and experienced Full-Time Chef to join our team at WatchHouse Seven Dials.
The ideal candidate for this role will have experience working in a professional kitchen and be confident and skilled in service. We serve a seasonal and fresh menu based around British Brunch Cuisine. Be ready to introduce our new customers to the Modern Coffee experience.
You’ll be responsible for:
Supporting food preparation as well as full service.
Working alongside the kitchen team to support with any needs from washing cutlery, plating dishes to putting away orders.
Maintaining a clean work space throughout the day; cleaning floors, santisting stations, taking out the refuse and maintaining safety standards.
You will be working in professional kitchens and best-in-class equipment.
This role is full time 40 hours per week. You'll be based at one location but we ask that everyone is flexible and willing to help out at one of the 12 sites across London.
This role also gives the successful candidates the opportunity to join WatchHouse at a time in which we are gearing towards exciting expansion, giving everyone unique career opportunities over the coming months and years, the perfect role for someone looking to pursue a career in the hospitality industry. You’ll have access to a range of in House learning and development programmes and the opportunity for promotion and transfer across the sites as the company develops.
In short, at WatchHouse you can expect:
Beautiful designed Houses, working on industry leading equipment and fellow hospitality professionals.
Contracted hours every week to give you stability and the ability to plan your personal life.
Empathetic managers who will be flexible on your needs.
Free coffee, tea and WatchHouse made drinks (even on your days off!).
Providing on and off shift training when you join the team to ensure you are set for success.
Access to SCA training (depending on your role).
250g of free coffee each month.
Access to the Cycle to work scheme.
A day off shift induction within your first two weeks of joining WatchHouse.
Genuine opportunities for career growth within WatchHouse as we continue to grow.
Free lunch on every shift.
A social budget for each location to have fun with your team outside of work.
An invite to the annual WatchHouse Party; including presenting the Core Value Awards and prizes such as a trip to Coffee Farms!
30% off food in any of our House, any time.
30% off our WatchHouse retail coffee, anytime
Working at WatchHouse.
WatchHouse was born from a passion to do better. Diligence and attention to detail are paramount to what we do, we focus on the detail. We strive for perfection. We really care.
We are a people first business, curious and interested in those around us. We treat everyone with respect. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where diversity is celebrated, equality is insisted and inclusion expected.
A company where we believe in having the right person in the role; personality and individuality at the top of the list of what we are looking for in applications and throughout our hiring process.
We also know that everyone is different, and we value and respect diversity, standing up for equality and standing against any form of discrimination.
Decisions about and the treatment of people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour- these should be assessed against the WatchHouse job description requirements for each individual role.
We are always patient and considerate towards others. Encouraging, approachable and communicating brilliantly. We strive to be the best we can be, by giving and receiving regular and honest feedback in a professional manner.
We plan ahead, prioritise and are mindful and respect the time of others. We complete every task to the best of our ability. Always happy to ask for help, work in cohesion with other people/departments and share successes.
We work to make WatchHouse an environment of trust and comradery, where others are inspired to play their part in working effectively together. Building strong relationships with others and demonstrating positive energy. We recognise and value the contribution of others across the business, working together to deliver the Modern Coffee experience to each and every person touched by our business.
Our four core values - passion, can do, diligence and empathy - are what make WatchHouse who we are. Our decisions are made based on these principles. To grow and succeed at WatchHouse, it is imperative that these values also resonate strongly with you and can drive your ambition in the same way they do ours.