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Join our Family in Zylia – Arcade’s new Greek Cypriot Taverna
About Zylia
Zylia is a small, soulful, 50-cover restaurant that brings the spirit of a real Cypriot village taverna into the heart of London. Inspired by the aromas of charcoal cooking, the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality, and the generosity of a homecooked meal, Zylia is a place full of energy, tradition, and heart.
About the Role
We're looking for a talented Chef de Partie to support the kitchen team at our upcoming new opening in Covent Garden—Zylia!
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Chef from a high-volume, multi-cuisine background looking to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate has a passion for bold flavours, thrives in a high-energy environment, and is eager to develop their career within a fast-expanding restaurant group. This role will have a strong focus on open charcoal grill cooking, so previous experience working with open charcoal grills is essential.
As a successful Chef de Partie at Zylia – Covent Garden, you will:
- Prepare and execute dishes to the highest standard, ensuring consistency and quality
- Use top-quality ingredients to create dishes from our innovative menu
- Work confidently on an open charcoal grill, delivering exceptional flavour and consistency
- Have the opportunity to support and learn from senior chefs while mentoring junior team members
- Manage your section efficiently during busy service periods
- Adhere to all food hygiene and health & safety regulations
- Help build a beloved neighbourhood taverna
- Celebrate Cypriot traditions and flavours
- Be part of a supportive, family-style restaurant environment
- Grow and develop within an expanding brand!
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Ideal Candidate Requirements
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Bring 2+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie (or higher) in a high-volume, multi-cuisine environment
- Have previous experience working with open charcoal grills in a professional kitchen
- Show a natural passion for food and a strong understanding of diverse global cuisines
- Bring a positive "can do" attitude and can work collaboratively across multiple teams
- Have excellent communication skills and a strong desire to learn and develop
- Are capable of working under pressure while maintaining high attention to detail
- Have a genuine love for simple, honest, and authentic hospitality
- Are passionate about Mediterranean culture
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Working at Arcade
Our teams are the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance, and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.
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At Arcade, we’re more than just a restaurant group... We’re a collective of bold, diverse food and drink brands driven by creativity, collaboration, and a passion for hospitality. We believe in growing together, empowering our people, and creating opportunities to thrive across all areas of the business. Whether onsite, behind the scenes, or head office, working at Arcade means being part of something exciting, fast-moving, and truly unique in the hospitality industry.
Benefits of Being Part of the Team
- Refer-a-friend bonus
- Internal wage advance facility, instantly accessing earned wages
- Restaurant recognition budget for birthdays and career milestones
- 50% off food in our restaurants for you and your loved ones
- 50% off food in JKS restaurants within Arcade for you and your guests
- Access to counselling, remote GP/physio services, and legal advice via Hospitality Action, 24/7
- Summer and Christmas team parties for fun (where we all "down tools")
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