Bartender and Waiter / Waitress - Polanco - London

Polanco is a small, modern Mexican restaurant in the heart of Kensal Rise, known for its vibrant food, quality ingredients, warm atmosphere, and excellent reputation. We are looking for a versatile and passionate Chef to join our close-knit kitchen team. This is a hands-on role that combines food preparation, service, and general kitchen responsibilities, making it ideal for a chef who enjoys variety and takes pride in producing consistently high-quality food. The Role As a Chef at Polanco, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of our kitchen. You will be involved in all aspects of the kitchen including prep, service, and general cleaning duties. Working closely with a small team to ensure high safety and food quality standards. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing fresh ingredients and components to a consistently high standard., • Working efficiently during busy food service periods., • Cooking and plating dishes according to Polanco's recipes and presentation standards., • Maintaining excellent standards of food quality, consistency, and portion control., • Sharing all kitchen responsibilities amongst the small kitchen team, which may include cleaning, washing dishes, putting away deliveries etc., • Ensuring the kitchen is organised, clean, and fully prepared for service., • Following food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen procedures., • Supporting stock rotation, deliveries, storage, and kitchen organisation., • Contributing to menu preparation and development where appropriate., • Working collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams., • Taking responsibility for maintaining a professional and positive kitchen environment. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is: • An experienced and confident Chef with a genuine passion for food., • Comfortable working across both prep and service., • Reliable, organised, and able to work well under pressure., • A strong team player with a positive attitude., • Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards., • Knowledgeable about food hygiene and kitchen safety., • Passionate about Mexican cuisine or excited to learn and develop their knowledge of it., • Able to work efficiently in a small, busy, quality-focused restaurant environment. Mexican cuisine experience is a bonus but not essential — enthusiasm, adaptability, and a strong work ethic are equally important to us. What We Offer • 28 days holiday., • £14-£16.50 per hour., • The opportunity to work in a respected, independent Mexican restaurant., • A friendly, supportive, and professional working environment., • The chance to develop your skills and knowledge of modern Mexican cuisine., • Staff meals. Join Our Team If you're a talented, hardworking Chef looking for a role where you can make a real contribution, develop your skills, and be part of a passionate team, we'd love to hear from you. To apply: Please send us your CV and a brief introduction telling us about your experience and why you'd like to join Polanco.

We are HIRING: Food & drink runner. We are a vibrant and fast-paced restaurant dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Our team thrives on energy, teamwork, and outstanding customer service—and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion. Role OverviewAs a Food Runner, you will play a key role in ensuring our guests receive their meals quickly and accurately. You’ll act as the vital link between the kitchen and the front-of-house team, helping maintain smooth service during busy periods. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately, • Communicate effectively with kitchen and waiting staff, • Ensure presentation standards are met before dishes leave the kitchen, • Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organisation of service areas, • Support servers and other team members as needed What We’re Looking For: • Excellent command of English (spoken and understood), • A fast learner who can quickly adapt in a high-energy environment, • Friendly, approachable, and a true people-person, • Strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude, • Ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure

Life at Clays Welcome to Clays, the ultimate indoor clay shooting experience and cocktail bar! We bring the thrill of a British clay target shooting weekend to the heart of the city. Our unique twist on Olympic clay shooting makes the sport safe, fun, and accessible for everyone. As we expand locally and globally, we're excited to share our love for British charm and competitive gaming with the world. Whether you're after a thrilling day with friends or a lively evening with colleagues, Clays is the perfect spot for adrenaline-pumping, fun-filled experiences. Careers at clays are loaded with possibilities. As we grow our brand, we are equally dedicated to the growth of our team. We offer ample opportunities for personal development and top-notch training. Our team is a vibrant mix of independent thinkers who are passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences for our guests. If you're seeking a workplace that values integrity, fun, and teamwork, Clays might just be the place for you! We’ve been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for 2025 and 2026 by Great Place To Work UK! That’s right, we’re all about creating an awesome place to work, with plenty of fun, growth, and top-notch vibes. But don’t just take our word for it, here's what our colleagues have to say about us: *“You can be yourself here. The company values character and willingness to learn over prior knowledge. They provide all the training you need, and your progress is entirely up to you.”* *“From day one, the collaborative and supportive culture at Clays has been clear. The onboarding process and continuous training show a real commitment to employee development.”* *“Mistakes are stepping stones here, and no one is frowned upon for making them. We learn from each other, which is unique in a workplace.”* Clays Values At Clays, our venues are for everyone, and so is our workplace. We believe that to serve our diverse audience, we must first celebrate and nurture diversity within our team. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture. Different perspectives spark creativity and drive innovation. So, if you're passionate about making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you! And of course, we’re looking for someone who embodies our Clays values. That’s why we’ve framed them as key questions that guide everything we do: SAFE - Safety first. It’s our responsibility to protect our people, our guests, and our business. We make decisions that create an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. AMAZING EXPERIENCE - We deliver an amazing experience by going above and beyond what's expected, obsessing over the detail, making thoughtfulness a priority, and ensuring every guest and colleague feels seen, valued, and truly celebrated. LASTING - Lasting means creating impact that goes beyond the moment. At Clays, the choices we make must meaningfully contribute to a lasting impression, for our guests, our people, our planet, and our brand. What's the Gig, you ask? Summary of position & key attributes Our Floor Team is key to the execution of our competitive socializing experience and the Food & Beverage delivery in a fast paced exciting environment. You will work closely with the kitchen and bar team to deliver exceptional standards of service. We are looking for highly motivated servers that have a desire to be trained and upskill themselves, or even become future leaders of our business. You will be provided extensive training and be expected to achieve execution criteria and consistency. Day to day duties will involve preparation for general service, setting up for private events, execution during service hours and maintaining the high hygiene and safety policies. We are looking for a self-driven individual that strives for excellence. Ideally with some experience in the hospitality industry. The right candidate will be passionate and always strive to exceed expectations in knowledge and capabilities. This role will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business, including weekend and late night working. This is a seasonal, part-time position on a fixed-term contract, ending on 31st December 2026. Duties & Responsibilities • Serving food and beverage in a professional manner with high level of customer service, • Perfect execution of our service wheel, • Checking with guests to ensure they are enjoying their food and drinks, • Presenting our F&B Kiosk and show the guests how to use it, • Cooperate and communicate effectively with bar, host and kitchen staff in a calm and professional manner, • Always strive towards best customer satisfaction, • Execution of private and corporate events, • Committing drink & food specifications to memory, • Understanding of our technology, • Communicating the business and technology to our guests, • Maintaining H&S expectations, • Making incredible recommendations based on your knowledge and training, • Setting up for service, • Completing curriculum of the Clayers Academy, • Be a brand champion maintaining expectations and delivery at all times Skills and desired qualifications • Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, • Able to work under pressure, • Passionate about the food & beverage industry., • Experience in a high volume bar or restaurant is preferred but not essential., • 1 years of experience in the hospitality industry, • Demonstrate an interest and drive for the hospitality industry, • Always looking for opportunities to improve your knowledge and abilities, • Passionate about hospitality and creating amazing experience, • A keen eye for detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues and client, • Honest with strong moral principles, • Take initiative, can solve problems calmly and work well under pressure What you’ll get in return We value our colleagues greatly and want everyone to feel rewarded. This role is offered with a competitive base salary £13.07 per hour as well as weekly Tronc service charge distribution. Our great benefits include: • Holiday: 32 working days’ holiday pro rata each year, including bank holidays, with an increasing allocation up to a maximum of 36 days with length of service., • Colleague Discounts: Enjoy a generous 50% discount during off-peak periods and 25% during peak periods for you, your friends, and family., • Health Care Cash Plan: Up to £995 for reclaimable appointments & treatments, and access to a Virtual GP., • Career Growth: Advance your career with Clayers Academy, our online learning platform, and seize opportunities for growth within our expanding business. Plus, earn globally recognized qualifications funded by Clays., • Celebration Day: An additional paid day off each year to celebrate something meaningful to you., • Parental Leave: Market-leading policies with 13 weeks at 100% pay for maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leave after 12 months of service., • Employee Assistance: Access a 24/7 support service and up to 8 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme., • Volunteer Day: A paid day off annually to give back to your local community., • Birthday Gift: Choose a special gift to celebrate your birthday., • Pension Scheme: Join our non-contributory pension scheme with a minimum 3% contribution from us and 5% from you., • Recognition and Incentives: Enjoy team recognition and rewards through our Shooting Stars programme., • Hospitality Discounts: Access exclusive discounts via Hospitality Rewards., • Meals Provided: Free meals for colleagues working operational shifts. Plus, we’re certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating an outstanding work environment! You will be part of a growing brand, business and an exciting adventure with excellent training opportunities and investment in your personal development.

The Wolseley is an all-day café-restaurant, serving a wide variety of British and European classics. The Wolseley opened its doors on Piccadilly in 2003 and has since earned its reputation as one of London's most respected restaurants. At The Wolseley Hospitality Group, We create Places where People feel they Belong. Why work with us as a Senior Waiter? • Enjoy a generous discount across our restaurants on food and drinks., • Rewarding Excellence - a team-led incentive, earning up to £100 in high street vouchers., • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave to support working families., • Group-wide access to mental health counselling, legal and financial advice., • Advance access to earned wages via Wagestream., • A unique and varied training calendar including supplier trips, masterclasses and visits. We promote from within, empowering individuals from all backgrounds to become the leaders of tomorrow. Our diverse team reflects the inclusive culture. The role of a Senior Waiter: • Be instrumental in all restaurant operations from breakfast to dinner, collaborating with all departments., • Capture and shape guests' needs, offering knowledgeable responses – be proud to serve what we're proud to create!, • Foster customer loyalty with attentive, personalised service for the warmest experience and highest standards - you are our greatest asset! The Wolseley Hospitality Group portfolio of restaurants comprises of The Wolseley on Piccadilly, The Delaunay in Aldwych, Brasserie Zédel in Soho, Colbert in Chelsea, Fischer's in Marylebone, Soutine in St John's Wood, Bellanger in Islington, Manzi's in Soho and The Wolseley City in Monument.

About us Maison Gigi is a French family bakery that serves pâtisserie, artisan coffee, breakfast and lunch. Freshly baked every day in-house. Maison Gigi brings tarts and regional sweet and savoury specialities from France. It's an open-kitchen concept and this family-run business. Part of Maison Gigi's operations include in-office catering and the transport of food from the production site to the offices. Responsibilities: • Mixed role (FOH/BOH), • Assisting with basic food preparation, • Cleaning and sanitising all equipment, tableware and utensils, • Setting up buffet & food areas in a safe and orderly manner, • Maintain a clean and safe work environment., • Perform inventory checks., • Follow Food Safety and Health & Safety protocols., • Being fully knowledgeable about allergens and their handling., • Transporting food from the kitchen to the office in a safe and responsible manner. As part of the team, you will undertake various activities and represent Maison Gigi in the offices being catered, a well-spoken English as well as knowledge of the products and allergens is essential. The required skills for this position are: • Good standard of personal hygiene, • Ability to work under pressure, • Ability to respect deadlines, • Team player, • Good customer skills, • Commitment to attendance at work, • Commitment to working in a Food Safe, Allergen Safe, Health &, • Safety focused environment The regular working hours for this position are Monday to Friday 6am to 3:30pm or equivalent, changes to the schedule can be made depending on events & holiday calendar.

Commis Waiter/ Waitress - INKO NITO INKO NITO is an unconventional Japanese restaurant offering robatayaki and sushi with Korean flavour influences. Relaxed, informal, and fun, INKO NITO is in the heart of London's Soho and is the perfect destination to enjoy a unique dining experience with a vibrant atmosphere and energy. About the Role.. We are seeking a talented Commis Waiter/ Waitress to join our dynamic team at INKO NITO. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where fun meets the buzz and lively atmosphere of Japanese street market dining. Our Commis Waiters/ Waitresses are enthusiastic and passionate and have bags of personality that matches the vibrant INKO environment. Our ideal Commis Waiter/ Waitress demonstrates: • Experience as a Commis Waiter/ Waitress, in a highly dynamic restaurant, • Knowledge of Japanese cuisine/service (preferred but not essential), • A strong desire to grow and develop, both themselves, as well as the team, • Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to multi-task under pressure The Benefits We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: • World class in-house training; we want you to have all the tools to be the best, • Opportunity to travel the world with our five incredible worldwide brands, • Long service awards to show that we love having you around!, • Exciting In-house incentives, • Travel season ticket loan, • Family meals on shift, • Dining Discount both on food and drinks, across Zuma, ROKA, Oblix & Inko Nito, • Cycle to work scheme – keep fit and save money on travel, what's not to like? Join Our Inclusive Team... At INKO NITO, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance during the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you. Working at INKO NITO offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a globally renowned brand that values creativity, growth, and excellence. It's a place where passion meets opportunity, and where every team member is valued for their contribution.

GAUCHO is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Waiter to join our GAUCHO Tower Bridge Team! The ideal Senior Waiter candidate will be hardworking, have a positive attitude, and work well within a team. They will be a GAUCHO ambassador and be able to upsell all GAUCHO products with confidence.