The Nest

Hey! I'm looking for a strong demi cdp/ commis or cdp for a busy little cafe in Barnes sw13. Daytime hours, no evenings except perhaps once per month when we do our supper clubs. If you're good at handling high volume and have a can do attitude and be a real team player, please get in touch.

Join Our Team: Baristas & Mixologists Wanted! Locations: Covent Garden · Sloane Square · South Bank# We’re on the lookout for talented Speciality Baristas and skilled Mixologists to join our dynamic, growing teams. If you bring a can-do attitude, team spirit, and love to go the extra mile, we’d love to meet you! Whether you’re a latte art pro, a cocktail genius, or even better—both—this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in an exciting environment. Baristas: - Minimum 1 year experience in a fast-paced, service-led café restaurant - Strong speciality coffee knowledge - Confident with latte art and producing consistently excellent coffee - Passion for hospitality and creating a memorable guest experience Mixologists: - Skilled in creating unique, high-quality cocktails, including signature drinks - Ability to tailor drinks to guest preferences - Understanding of classic cocktails and modern techniques - Knowledge of drink safety and serving regulations What We Offer: ✔ A career, not just a job – with opportunities for growth in our expanding company. ✔ Competitive pay (includes base wage plus service charge). Pension, holiday pay & reward systems. We apply the National Minimum and Living Wage fairly across all age groups. ✔ Staff parties & events ✔ Delicious complimentary food & drinks while on shift. If you're eager to develop your skills in the hospitality industry and be part of an exciting, growing brand, get in touch. TBP

The Northcote Saviour are looking for a part time chef to join their kitchen team with an immediate start. Experience not essential but basic knife skills and a willing to learn attitude are. Weekend Availability is a must. 15-20 hours per week. £13 per hour plus service charge, weekly pay.

Cafe in a new development in Wandsworth is looking for a Manager! We're community led with an established customer base, and are looking for someone to take our team to the next stage. If you're enthusiastic, looking to take control of product development, day-to-day running and retail side of the venue, we want to meet you. We're mainly looking for people around the Wandsworth area as the opening shift starts at 6:30am, and we don't want you spending an hour commuting. The job is 30-40h a week, so get in touch with us if this is for you!

We are looking for Cafe Chef who can make a full English Breakfast as well as brunch/lunch. We want someone who is experienced and can work well under pressure; more than capable in fulfilling multiple tasks at one go e.g serving orders, cooking, preparing food etc. Also, someone who will take full responsibility for the kitchen. Expected start date: ASAP (local only please) Job type: permanent, full time/part time

🍽️ Exciting Opportunity! Full-Time Chef de Partie Wanted at Franco’s, Jermyn Street 🍽️ Join Head Chef Stefano Turconi and our fantastic Back of House team at Franco’s, located in Green Park, London! 💼 Why Join Franco’s Team? 💷 Competitive pay: £15.80 - £17.60 per hour or £39,500 - £44,000 annually + yearly bonus 🕒 Approx. 48 hours/week, Monday to Saturday (2 days off) with flexible shifts 🛑 Closed Sundays, 10 days off for Christmas, 4 days off during Easter, and Bank Holidays off 🌴 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) + extra days for long service 🎓 Ongoing training & development, including company-funded courses 📈 Career growth through the ‘Flow Hospitality’ platform and within both restaurants 🍽️ Free celebratory meal for two after passing probation 🎉 50% discount at both Franco’s and Wiltons restaurants 🩺 Company sickness pay & pension scheme 👕 Uniforms provided & laundered 🍝 Tasty meals during shifts 🎖️ Employee of the quarter/year awards 🎉 Annual staff party and “Recommend a Friend” scheme 👨‍🍳 About Franco’s Franco’s, one of London’s first Italian restaurants, has been serving delicious traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine since 1946. Nestled between Green Park and Piccadilly, Franco’s features a vibrant bar area, a main dining room, and a flexible basement space for Private Dining or additional seating. Managed by Jason Phillips (formerly of The Savoy, Avenue, and C London), Franco’s is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from Monday to Saturday and remains closed on Sundays. 🧑‍🍳 What You’ll Bring to the Team: 🍴 Previous experience as a Pasta Chef in high-volume settings (80-120 covers per service) 🧑‍🏫 Strong leadership, training, and delegation skills to manage your section and assist Demi Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs 💪 Positive attitude with motivation and commitment 🌍 Diverse culinary knowledge to elevate our team 💡 Creativity in crafting new recipes and dishes 🎯 Focus on maintaining top-quality food production, preparation, and presentation Right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship. If you haven’t heard back within 5 working days, your application may not have been successful.

Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes within the designated section. Work with the team to deliver high-quality, globally inspired dishes. Ensure that all food preparation is carried out according to standard recipes and guidelines. Maintain the highest levels of hygiene and food safety in accordance with company policies and health regulations. Support the Chef De Partie and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations. Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the senior kitchen team. Ensure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored. Assist in the training of junior kitchen staff and apprentices. Work collaboratively with the team to maintain efficiency and quality in food preparation. Adapt to menu changes and implement necessary adjustments. Uphold the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen at all times. Skills & Qualifications: Previous experience as a Demi Chef De Partie or Commis Chef in a professional kitchen. Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations. Ability to work under pressure in a high-paced environment. Excellent knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking techniques. Team player with good communication skills. Passion for food and creativity in presentation. Flexibility to work varied shifts. Benefits: Competitive salary and service charge (if applicable). Opportunities for career progression and development. Staff meals on duty. Uniform provided. If you have a passion for food and a drive for excellence, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become a part of our culinary team. Chef: 2 years (required) Cooking: 2 years (required) Kitchen experience: 2 years (required) Work Location: In person

Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to support the patisserie section in crafting exceptional cakes that delight our customers. As an Assistant for Chef - Cake Decorator, you will contribute to the creation of stunning cakes by handling essential tasks like chopping fruits, mixing ingredients, piping cream, and packaging orders. This role serves as a foundation for mastering the art of cake decoration and is the first step on the journey to becoming a skilled cake artisan. Key Responsibilities: Preparation: Prepare a variety of creams, fillings, and frostings in accordance with Caffe Concerto’s recipes and quality standards. Accurately measure and mix ingredients to achieve consistent results. Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and tools during cream and filling preparation. Decoration and Assembly: Pipe and apply specified creams, fillings, and frostings to cakes as per recipes and designs. Apply other decorations, such as fruits, edible flowers, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles, in line with Caffe Concerto’s aesthetic standards. Script personalized messages on cakes using various font styles and techniques. Learn and apply basic and intermediate cake decoration techniques to enhance design quality. Packaging and Delivery: Carefully wrap and package cakes to ensure freshness, presentation, and safety during transport. Pack branch orders accurately based on specific branch requirements. Assist in preparing cakes for display, ensuring proper placement and visual appeal. Operational Support: Monitor stock levels of ingredients, tools, and decorations, and report shortages. Assist with inventory management by organizing supplies and restocking as needed. Support the cleaning and maintenance of equipment, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards. What We Offer: A supportive and inclusive environment that values your creativity and attention to detail. Opportunities for learning and development, including training in advanced cake decorating techniques. A chance to work in a dynamic team where your contributions directly enhance customer satisfaction. Required Skills and Qualifications: A passion for baking and cake decoration, with a willingness to learn and grow in the craft. Basic knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and tools (training will be provided). Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions. Good manual dexterity and artistic flair for creating visually appealing designs. Ability to work efficiently under time constraints in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills for packing, order preparation, and inventory management. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and attractively when scripting messages on cakes. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (preferred but not mandatory). Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. Capability to lift and move ingredients or equipment up to 20kg when needed. This role is ideal for someone passionate about baking and ready to embark on an exciting journey in the patisserie world. Join us at Caffe Concerto and bring joy to customers through beautifully crafted cakes!

Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. - We have just opened our second site so are looking for a FULL TIME JUNIOR SOUS CHEF. - GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2024 - OBSERVER FOOD RUNNER UP: BEST RESTAURANT, UK 2022 - We are a fiercely independent restaurant group based in South West London who are looking for a FULL TIME CHEF DE PARTIE to join our kitchen brigade in BARNES. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants. - THE GOOD BITS - Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards. If this sounds like a bit of you then do get in touch. Craig & The Home Team