Prep Chef

We’re hiring a Prep Chef to join the kitchen team at Head Office. Part of Loungers, proudly named Casual Dining Group of the Year 2026. Offering up to £12.71/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff food every shift, and 50% off food & drinks from day one this a great next step for an experienced Prep Chef!

Lounges are pretty special places, and what makes them so special is the brilliant people who work in them.

We’re looking for a Prep Chefto join our busy, friendly, supportive, and reliable kitchen team. As part of our chef team, you'll be responsible for the store room, deliveries and readying the kitchen for the day ahead. As well as setting up the kitchen by 9am service, completing prep in line with prep and par, batch cooking and supporting the team to set them up for success for that day and the ones to follow.

We’re a growing brand with 300+ sites across England and Wales. Whether you’re building a career or just want flexible work, there’s a place for you here.

• Hourly pay + tips. Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Hourly paid flexible contract. Ideal for part-time, full-time, or flexible work seekers
• Free meal on every shift no matter the length
• Christmas and Boxing Day off
• Genuine career development with our career pathways and bitesize training courses
• 50% discount on food and drinks from day one. Including alcohol across all our brands (Lounge, Cosy Club, & Brightside) from day one
• The most talked-about staff party in hospitality — Loungefest!
• Long service awards – Vouchers/Extra money
• Early access to your pay with Stream
• Emotional and practical support via the Licensed Trade Charity

• Managing the receipt of morning deliveries including invoices
• Storing, labelling and rotating goods correctly
• Working alongside Head Chefs and Sous Chefs to update stock availability and ordering requirements
• Ensuring the walk-in fridge, freezers and all dry store areas are sparkling clean and to all Food Safety standards
• Supporting with breakfast and brunch service
• Completing any deep cleaning jobs that need attention with attention to detail
• Completing Back of House book for the morning including all temperature and probe checks

• You'll need to live locally to get to site for an early start.
• Kitchen or catering experience is required
• A passion for real cooking and quality food
• Someone the team can count on — you show up, you're on time, and you give it everything when you're there
• Energy, pace, and a positive attitude
• Team player with good communication