Chef – OPA

Premium elevated Greek. Fresh ingredients. Consistent standards. OPA is raising the bar in London’s fast-food scene — created by chef Yiannis Mexis, whose cooking is inspired by his Greek roots and refined through years in Michelin-starred kitchens. For Yiannis, it’s about more than food: it’s about precision, flavour, and knowing when to keep things simple and when to push for impact. With OPA, he’s bringing that philosophy — taking a familiar classic and elevating it with the best ingredients, sharp systems, and uncompromising standards. Our first site in Borough launched in February 2025 to rave reviews followed by St Paul’s. We’re looking for Grill Chefs who can deliver that quality at speed — clean, precise, and proud of every plate

In Your First 12 Months, You’ll...

• Master the grill station within 2 weeks, confidently handling multiple orders during peak service with accurate temperature, timing, and finish on every patty

• Hit full station setup and close-down independently, completing daily checklists and keeping your section fully stocked, labelled, and compliant

• Maintain sub-7 minute ticket times during peak periods while consistently delivering OPA quality, seasoning, and build standards

• Ensure every Hot Dog leaves the pass consistent, with correct sear, melt, and assembly — no shortcuts, no drop in standards

• Own the cleanliness and safety of your station, including daily cleaning, equipment checks, and safe grill management

• Communicate clearly on shift, working closely with the pass and prep teams to coordinate service and stay ahead of the board

• Contribute to stock accuracy by reporting low items, minimising waste, and portioning correctly during prep

• Support new starters, showing them correct techniques and helping them get up to speed during training weeks

• Keep EHO and allergen protocols tight, following OPA systems and flagging any issues early

• Be reliable, professional, and focused— someone the Site Manager can count on every single shift

What You Bring

Previous experience on grill or hot section in a busy kitchen

Strong awareness of food safety, allergens, and clean working

Calm, confident cooking under pressure — you don’t cut corners

A real sense of pride in every plate and every service

Team-first attitude with good communication and timing

The Package

£14/hour – full-time, with stable rota and paid breaks

Monthly meal for you + 4 guests – on us

   Staff meal when on shift

Formal qualifications – including Mental Health First Aid and H&S Level 2

Career development – with progression into senior line roles and leadership training

Ready to own the grill at our new exciting concept?

Apply now and cook with precision, pride, and purpose

Chef – OPA

Premium elevated Greek. Fresh ingredients. Consistent standards. OPA is raising the bar in London’s fast-food scene — created by chef Yiannis Mexis, whose cooking is inspired by his Greek roots and refined through years in Michelin-starred kitchens. For Yiannis, it’s about more than food: it’s about precision, flavour, and knowing when to keep things simple and when to push for impact. With OPA, he’s bringing that philosophy — taking a familiar classic and elevating it with the best ingredients, sharp systems, and uncompromising standards. Our first site in Borough launched in February 2025 to rave reviews followed by St Paul’s. We’re looking for Grill Chefs who can deliver that quality at speed — clean, precise, and proud of every plate

In Your First 12 Months, You’ll...

• Master the grill station within 2 weeks, confidently handling multiple orders during peak service with accurate temperature, timing, and finish on every patty

• Hit full station setup and close-down independently, completing daily checklists and keeping your section fully stocked, labelled, and compliant

• Maintain sub-7 minute ticket times during peak periods while consistently delivering OPA quality, seasoning, and build standards

• Ensure every Hot Dog leaves the pass consistent, with correct sear, melt, and assembly — no shortcuts, no drop in standards

• Own the cleanliness and safety of your station, including daily cleaning, equipment checks, and safe grill management

• Communicate clearly on shift, working closely with the pass and prep teams to coordinate service and stay ahead of the board

• Contribute to stock accuracy by reporting low items, minimising waste, and portioning correctly during prep

• Support new starters, showing them correct techniques and helping them get up to speed during training weeks

• Keep EHO and allergen protocols tight, following OPA systems and flagging any issues early

• Be reliable, professional, and focused— someone the Site Manager can count on every single shift

What You Bring

Previous experience on grill or hot section in a busy kitchen

Strong awareness of food safety, allergens, and clean working

Calm, confident cooking under pressure — you don’t cut corners

A real sense of pride in every plate and every service

Team-first attitude with good communication and timing

The Package

£14/hour – full-time, with stable rota and paid breaks

Monthly meal for you + 4 guests – on us

   Staff meal when on shift

Formal qualifications – including Mental Health First Aid and H&S Level 2

Career development – with progression into senior line roles and leadership training

Ready to own the grill at our new exciting concept?

Apply now and cook with precision, pride, and purpose