General Manager - Premium Café & Food Business - North London - C&E Recruitment - London

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at this fantastic independent café in Hammersmith. As Chef de Partie, you will work closely with the senior kitchen team to prepare and serve fresh, seasonal dishes throughout the day, ensuring the highest standards are consistently maintained. The Perks As Chef de Partie you can expect the following: • £15 per hour, • Predominantly daytime hours, • Some evening flexibility required on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (service finishes around 9pm), • Generous staff discount, • Referral bonus scheme, • Complimentary anniversary meal for two, • Contributory pension scheme, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Free meals on shift, • Career development, training, and support to progress your career, • Opportunities to grow within the business, • Monthly performance bonus and rewards The Place Our client is an independent neighbourhood café in Hammersmith, serving high-quality breakfast, brunch and lunch with a real focus on fresh, seasonal produce. The café offers a relaxed and welcoming environment with a strong local following. Open seven days a week, the kitchen delivers consistently excellent food using quality ingredients in a busy daytime setting, with selected evening service on Thursday, Friday and Saturday finishing at approximately 9pm. The Person The ideal Chef de Partie will have the following: • Solid experience in a fresh food kitchen, ideally within a café, brunch, restaurant, or similar environment, • Confidence running your own section and working as part of a small kitchen team, • High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food presentation, • A good understanding of food safety and health & safety procedures, • Flexibility to support daytime service and occasional early evening shifts, • A positive, hands-on attitude with the willingness to learn and develop, • A true passion for fresh food and delivering great quality dishes If you are an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a fantastic opportunity within an independent café, apply today!

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Junior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at this fantastic independent café in Hammersmith. As Junior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team to support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to deliver fresh, seasonal dishes while ensuring the highest standards are consistently maintained. The Perks As Junior Sous Chef you can expect the following: • £17 per hour, • Predominantly daytime hours, • Some evening flexibility required on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (service finishes around 9pm), • Generous staff discount, • Referral bonus scheme, • Complimentary anniversary meal for two, • Contributory pension scheme, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Free meals on shift, • Career development, training, and support to progress your career, • Opportunities to grow within the business, • Monthly performance bonus and rewards The Place Our client is an independent neighbourhood café in Hammersmith, serving high-quality breakfast, brunch and lunch with a real focus on fresh, seasonal produce. The café offers a relaxed and welcoming environment with a strong local following. Open seven days a week, the kitchen delivers consistently excellent food using quality ingredients in a busy daytime setting, with selected evening service on Thursday, Friday and Saturday finishing at approximately 9pm. The Person The ideal Junior Sous Chef will have the following: • Solid experience in a fresh food kitchen at Junior Sous Chef level or as an experienced Chef de Partie ready to step up, • Experience supporting the running of a kitchen and leading a small team, • Confidence working across all sections and supporting service, • High standards of cleanliness, organisation, stock control, and food presentation, • A good understanding of food safety and health & safety procedures, • Flexibility to support daytime service and occasional early evening shifts, • A positive, hands-on attitude with the ability to motivate and support the team, • A true passion for fresh food and delivering great quality dishes If you are an experienced Junior Sous Chef looking for a fantastic opportunity within an independent café, apply today!

We are currently looking for an experienced and hands-on General Manager to lead the team at a well-established premium food retail business in North London. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong retail or hospitality operator to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy and successful operation, leading from the front across both the retail floor and food production areas. Working closely with the senior leadership team, the successful General Manager will be responsible for the overall performance of the business, driving exceptional customer service, commercial success and operational excellence. The Perks As General Manager, you will receive: • Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, • Senior leadership role with real autonomy and responsibility, • Opportunity to influence the culture, standards and continued growth of a well-established independent business, • Supportive and passionate team environment, • Company pension, • Casual dress, • Staff meals and employee discounts, • 45-hour working week, • Flexible working pattern between 6:00am and 7:00pm The Place Our client is a highly respected independent food retail business with a loyal customer following and an outstanding reputation for quality products and excellent service. Combining retail with freshly prepared food, the business operates in a fast-paced environment where quality, consistency and customer experience are at the heart of everything they do. This is a hands-on operation with a strong focus on fresh food, high standards and creating a welcoming environment for both customers and the team. The Person The successful General Manager will have: • Previous experience as a General Manager within food retail, delicatessen, bakery, café or a similar fresh food environment, • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing sales, labour costs, margins and profitability, • A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a team, • Experience overseeing recruitment, training, rotas and performance management, • Excellent customer service and operational management skills, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to perform under pressure, • Experience managing stock control, ordering, opening and closing procedures and compliance, • A sound understanding of food safety, allergen management and health & safety legislation, • A genuine passion for high-quality food and delivering exceptional customer experiences, • Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays in line with the needs of the business If you're a commercially minded and hands-on General Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving independent food business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

Trainee Pastry Chef - Production Kitchen We are currently looking for a trainee Pastry Chef for our client near Woking, Mayford. As a commis pastry chef you will work alongside the owner and production team producing high end desserts and afternoon teas for various clients in London. The Perks The trainee chef will receive: A competitive basic salary of between £25,000- £26,0000 depending on experience 45-hour contracted week Monday to Fridays only No late evenings shifts Learning from a highly experienced owner and team Shifts from 7am onwards Working for a high-profile pastry chef with many years of experience Great career progression opportunities The Place Our client specialises in making bespoke luxury desserts outsourcing to high-end hotels, afternoon teas, restaurants, airlines and wholesale and retail trades. Trading since 2005, their business maintains exceptionally high standards and delivers an extensive range of products 7 days a week. The Person The Pastry Chef will have: Trained in pastry or passionate home baker with some commercial experience Ideally be able to drive or live locally to Mayford Proactive & a quick learner Drive to learn and grow Be available for early/late morning starts Have a passion for pastry and good attention to detail Be driven and willing to progress in your career Have the confidence to create and be innovative If you are a trainee pastry chef with a passion for new and creative ideas, ready for your next challenge, apply today!

Looking for, self-drive individuals with experience on working on busy environments. Are you able to provide customers with great service and with a smile on your face? Are you able to train others? Are you looking for to grow up on the industry? If you can answer yes to this three questions we want to speak to you. As an assistant manager at Caffe Concerto, you’ll need to keep your eyes on everything. As well as helping the general manager with strategic planning and targets, you’ll get to flex your management muscle across the floor, Kitchen and bar teams, mentoring, motivating and inspiring them to deliver the best Caffe Concerto guest experience possible. In return, our assistant managers will receive an industry-leading pay package, incredible opportunity for career progression and the training to make sure you succeed. Plus you’ll also get access to an impressive array of benefits. Benefits of working with us: -50% staff discounts in all our venues even on your days off -Extra service charge -Flexible weekly time table. -Annual holidays of 4 weeks. -Learning and development opportunities. -Free meals during working hours. Requirements: -Positive attitude and experience is required. -Must have the stamina to work full time be flexible and do long shifts. -Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. -Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register or POS system.

Pizza Pilgrims is finally coming to Westfield Stratford this August! We can't wait to meet our new neighbours, guests and, most importantly, our amazing new team. In 2012, Thom & James drove a Piaggio ape Tuk Tuk all the way from Sicily to London on a 'Pilgrimage' to learn the secrets of perfect Italian pizza. They went on to set up a market stall in Soho with an oven in the back of the van before opening their first actual pizzeria on Dean Street. If you think that sounds as ridiculously cool as we do, and you love pizza, then read on... Nowadays we have over 20 award-winning pizzerias across the UK, we've got our own Pizza Academy where we run training workshops every day, and we're also a BCORP - something we're extremely proud about achieving. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients from Naples including Caputo flour, fresh fior di latte, salsiccia e friarielle , to make the best Neapolitan pizza every day. At Pizza Pilgrims, we aspire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel genuinely cared for and have equal opportunities for growth and progression. We are committed to building a diverse team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; which creates proper happiness, just like our pizzas do! We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As an Assistant Manager you'll be a specialist in creating lasting pizza memories, amazing pizzeria vibes, for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning their next visit. Your responsibilities will also include; • Health & Safety., • Creating rota's., • Stock management., • Team meetings, training & coaching., • Food quality., • Customer feedback., • And, we want to hear your ideas how we can introduce more people to dine with Pilgrims. Whilst skills are important, representing our values is just as important too as they shape our team culture. • 'Push Yourself' because we believe learning new skills and coming out of your comfort zone will help us improve as a team., • 'Be Yourself' means you can bring your own personality to work. Your hair colour is yours, not ours. We think tattoos are cool. And we love hearing about your interests outside of work., • 'Respect Others' because everyone is welcome at Pilgrims and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel they belong., • 'Enjoy Yourself' because hospitality is an industry we love, and we want every Pilgrim to create happiness for each other and to have fun at work. What's in it for you? • Salary up to £35,500 per year +tronc + bonus, • 45hr week over 5 days, • Serious career development - We are opening 4 pizzerias this year & next., • On top of the standard 28 days holiday, you will get an extra day for every year you work for us (up to 5 Years)., • After 5 years with us, you get a paid 4-week sabbatical on top of your 33 days holiday! Some of our favourite Pizza Perks include... • 1 extra day holiday as "Happiness Day' so you can do something that you love and makes you happy about outside of work., • Team trips to Naples & beyond to meet suppliers & try new pizzerias, • A tasty bonus every time you refer a friend to join., • Free food & espresso every day - whole menu available & also deals with other restaurants, • A free after-work drinks (soft, beer or gin), • 2 huge company-wide parties every year to celebrate Christmas and Ferragosto (We close all the pizzerias for these!), • Free pizza when you visit any Pizza Pilgrims when you are not at work for you & up to 3 friends. So, if you've got this far down the job advert, it might mean that we're a perfect match. Click the apply button and one of the team will reach out to you soon.

Incipio curates beautiful spaces with vibrant atmospheres for great times. Juno is a contemporary Italian restaurant and bar launching at Olympia, a space that blends the ease of neighbourhood dining with the energy of a West London destination. Rooted in simple, produce-led cooking, Juno's hospitality will be warm, generous and effortlessly stylish. It's a restaurant designed to feel both familiar and fresh, with a menu built around seasonal plates, handmade pasta, and a confident drinks programme anchored by spritzes, negronis, and a considered Italian wine list. Juno will attract a broad audience, including local West Londoners, early evening pre-theatre diners and weekend groups looking for a place that feels fun but refined; a balance of accessibility and aspiration. We are seeking an exceptional General Manager who brings both talent and heart to the role. Someone who is energised by creating elevated dining experiences in breathtaking surroundings, and who understands how to turn moments into memories for our guests. Our ideal candidate is an accomplished, confident leader commercially astute, guest-obsessed, and committed to operational excellence. They empower and inspire their teams, foster a culture of accountability and growth, and bring a commanding yet approachable presence to the floor. We are looking for a leader to embrace this brand and bring their team on a journey to deliver fun, elevated and exciting hospitality. The Role: As General Manager, you'll be at the forefront of Juno's success, driving operational and commercial excellence, leading a passionate team, and ensuring every guest leaves with a story to tell. Our General Managers are pro-active, engaging and accountable leaders in their businesses. Taking full ownership for the daily running and forward planning of their venues, people and P&L's. They bring imagination, joy and a boundless passion for incredible people, outstanding hospitality and commerciality in every aspect of their business. We Expect You To: Lead a large team in a fast-paced, premium venue, ensuring smooth and structured operations. Take full ownership – financials, people, compliance, and guest experience are yours to drive. Be disruptive – challenge the norm, ask questions, and push boundaries. Develop and empower your management team to lead with structure, confidence, and independence. Obsess over service standards – delivering nothing short of excellence. Coach, mentor, and inspire – with a big heart and a focus on people development. Be commercially courageous – making calculated decisions that drive success. Ensure safety – of your guests, your team, and your venue at all times. Maintain compliance – actively promote completion of online training, daily/ weekly checks and best practices. Adapt and evolve – embrace challenges and thrive in a changing environment. Communicate with impact – clearly, effectively, and with intention. Always taking the time to review and follow up. Who You'll Be: An accomplished leader with a track record of driving excellence in elevated, food-focused venues, combining operational expertise with a passion for warm, approachable hospitality. Someone with strong business acumen – confident in managing financials, budgets, and targets. Extensive experience managing relationships and operational interfaces within major developments with a strong understanding of how large, multi-stakeholder estates function as well as maintaining relationships with Landlord & local authorities. A people-first mentality – you care deeply about your team's growth and well-being, championing an inclusive culture. Energy, passion, and resilience – you lead by example and thrive under pressure. A structured mindset – setting clear expectations and empowering your team. Obsessed with communication – constantly speaking to your team, with the ability to communicate the bigger picture as well as venue specific details and getting the team to understand why their roles are so important to the companies success. Have curiosity and courage in spades – always questioning, improving, and innovating. Fun! Doesn't take themselves too seriously and understands that hospitality is all about personality & heart. Benefits & Best Bits Vitality Package: Dental, Optical and Health insurance. Gym membership discounts + other rewards Great bonus potential Self Space: Free Therapy through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Hugely exciting career development, with opportunities to grow and expand in this role as the business grows Company awards and events Sickness & Compassionate Pay Trips award...Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all our venues Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio & Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality & inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

About us: At Urban Greens, we believe that perfectly crafted salads can empower how we eat and feel. We are creators – leading the salad revolution to redefine London’s healthy eating scene. That means bringing people together, one bowl at a time, connecting them to real ingredients, bold flavour, and a community that genuinely cares. Now 6 stores strong (and growing fast), we’re building the next generation of leaders to grow with us. Who are we looking for? We’re looking for a passionate, hands-on leader to join us as a General Manager in a flexible, growth-focused role. This isn’t your typical single-site GM position (yet). You’ll work across our London stores, supporting existing teams, driving performance, and helping us raise the bar everywhere we operate. As we continue to expand, this role is designed to evolve into taking full ownership of your own store in the near future. This is also a great opportunity for a strong, experienced Assistant Manager from a QSR background who’s ready to step up and develop into a General Manager quickly. We’re after someone who brings energy, positivity, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset – someone who leads from the front and thrives in a fast-paced, people-first environment. What you'll be doing: • Supporting multiple London locations to deliver strong operational and financial performance, • Stepping in where needed – leading shifts, supporting teams, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, • Driving sales by identifying opportunities and bringing fresh, creative ideas to grow the business, • Coaching and developing team members, helping build future leaders and embedding Urban Greens culture, • Delivering exceptional customer experiences and handling challenges with a calm, solutions-focused approach, • Monitoring performance, feedback, and standards across sites, and taking action to continuously improve, • Supporting cost control across labour and food, with a strong commercial mindset, • Ensuring food quality, hygiene, and health & safety standards are consistently met across all locations, • Acting as a brand ambassador – bringing the Urban Greens vibe, energy, and standards to every store you step into About you: • Proven experience as an Assistant Manager or General Manager within a QSR or fast-paced hospitality environment, • A natural leader who motivates, develops, and brings out the best in people, • Commercial awareness with a drive to hit targets and grow the business, • Adaptability – comfortable working across different locations and teams, • A positive, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving skills, • Someone who’s ready to take the next step into a full General Manager role in the near future Benefits: • 50% discount at all Urban Greens locations, • Complimentary meal on shift, • 28 days holiday, • Ongoing development and real career progression opportunities, • Competitive salary + bonus scheme If you’re ready to grow with us, bring the energy, and be part of something exciting – we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Bar Supervisor to lead our bar team and deliver exceptional guest service at all times. You’ll support the day-to-day running of the bar, maintain high standards, and create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Key Responsibilities • Assist with daily bar operations and service, • Supervise, train and motivate bar staff, • Deliver outstanding customer service, • Manage stock levels and support stock control, • Ensure cleanliness and compliance with hygiene & licensing laws, • Handle cash and till procedures, • Support the management team as required About You • Previous experience in a bar or hospitality supervisor role, • Confident, friendly and customer-focused, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Organised with good attention to detail Salary: £42,000 per year

Restaurant Manager – Oblix at the Shard Located on the 32nd floor of The Shard, Oblix is a sophisticated, contemporary restaurant, split across two different spaces offering views across central London from East to West. Oblix West is a refined, urban dining space with open fire dining and a modern menu, where the cuisine matches the view Oblix East offers diners an eclectic mix of innovative dishes along with award-winning cocktails and afternoon tea. About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic Restaurant Manager to join our vibrant team at Oblix at The Shard. As a key member of our front-of-house leadership, you will embody our passion for exceptional hospitality, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm, memorable experience from the moment they arrive. Our Restaurant Managers are dedicated, hands-on, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, all while upholding Oblix's renowned high standards. Full of personality and professionalism, you'll inspire your team to deliver the outstanding service and seamless guest experience that define us. Our ideal Restaurant Manager • Previous experience as an Restaurant Manager, in a high-end, fast-paced restaurant, • Proven ability to lead and inspire a large team, • Eager to learn and develop both yourself and your team, • Excellent attention to detail, • Ability to multitask and prioritise The Benefits We take great pride in giving the best experience to our customers through great service and quality. We ask you to work hard so we want to reward this. We know that we can't do this without you! To celebrate your success, we have created some of the best benefits around. To name a few: • 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 show that we love having you around!, • Exciting In-house incentives, • Travel season ticket loan, • Family meals on shift, • Dining discounts across zuma, ROKA, oblix & INKO NITO, • Cycle to work scheme – keep fit and save money on travel, what's not to like? Our Commitment to Inclusivity At Oblix, 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 Oblix 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

The Pachamama Family proudly delivers exceptional guest experiences across our venues in central London. Since our founding in October 2014, Pachamama Group has been on a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe, doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each of our restaurant concepts is thoughtfully crafted to transport guests to diverse locales, offering unique culinary experiences in unforgettable environments. At its heart, Soraya is about sharing. Soraya, coming into London mid-June 2026, offers guests an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the rich and vibrant flavours of Persian cuisine in an exquisite setting. Soraya's menu is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to delight and encourage communal feasting. Signature dishes such as Mast O Khair, Lamb Koobideh, Chicken Joujeh, and Ghaymeh Bedemjan highlight traditional Persian recipes, while innovative plates showcase the team's genius. As an Assistant Restaurant Manager, we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant restaurant environment and hit the ground running, leveraging your proven skills and management expertise. Your main responsibilities will include: • Lead, motivate, and support the front-of-house team to deliver high service standards, • Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of staff, • Conduct pre-service briefings and provide continuous coaching and performance feedback, • Ensure smooth day-to-day service by coordinating with kitchen and bar teams, • Deliver exceptional guest experiences and handle complaints professionally, • Maintain strong menu knowledge to support service quality and team guidance, • Monitor guest satisfaction and drive upselling opportunities, • Support the Restaurant Manager with scheduling, staffing, and operational needs, • Ensure compliance with service standards, policies, and health & safety regulations, • Step in during busy periods to assist the team and maintain service flow We Offer: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience, • Full Service Charge distribution, • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate, • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees, • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants, • 28 days of holiday for a full-time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge, • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork, • Psychological, financial, and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month, • Stream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time, • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution, • Opportunities for career development, with regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives If this sounds of interest to you, please apply. Come grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to take part in an exciting new opening.

General Manager – PYRÁ Location: Queen’s Park, LondonRole Type: Full-time, senior leadership position Role Overview The General Manager is the operational and cultural lead of PYRÁ, responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving commercial performance and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across the restaurant, bar, private dining and events. This role requires a hands-on, people-first leader with strong commercial awareness, capable of running a high-energy hospitality venue while protecting brand standards, profitability and team morale. Key Responsibilities: Operations & Service Excellence Oversee all front-of-house and venue operations, ensuring consistently high service standards.Lead daily service across lunch, dinner, brunch, events and private hire.Act as the senior point of contact on-site for guests, suppliers and partners.Ensure compliance with all health & safety, licensing, food safety and legal requirements.Maintain venue presentation, ambience, music levels and guest flow in line with PYRÁ’s brand. Team Leadership: Recruit, train, manage and retain a high-performing FOH and management team.Set clear expectations, rotas and performance standards.Lead by example on the floor during service.Conduct regular team briefings, reviews and development sessions.Build a positive, accountable and motivated team culture. Financial & Commercial Management Own weekly and monthly P&L performance with the owner.Manage labour costs, GP targets, stock control, and wastage.Maximise revenue through covers, events, upselling and smart scheduling.Oversee till accuracy and financial controls.Contribute to pricing strategy and menu engineering alongside the Head chef and owner. Events & Private Hire Oversee the planning and delivery of private events, weddings, brand activations and parties.Work closely with the events team to ensure flawless execution on the day.Act as senior host for key events when required.Ensure events align with brand positioning and profitability targets. Brand, Guest Experience & Reputation:Protect and elevate the PYRÁ brand across service, tone and guest interaction.Handle guest feedback, complaints and reviews professionally and proactively.Drive repeat business, community engagement, and local reputation.Support marketing initiatives, launches and experiential events. Systems & Processes Implement and maintain clear SOPs across FOH and operations.Improve efficiency through systems, scheduling and process optimisation.Liaise with suppliers and contractors.Support the owner with reporting, forecasting and strategic planning. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a General Manager or senior hospitality manager.Strong background in premium casual dining, events-led venues or destination restaurants.Commercially astute with solid P&L understanding.Confident leader with excellent people management skills.Strong knowledge of wine.Calm under pressure, organised and solutions-focused.Excellent communication and guest-facing presence.Passion for food, wine, music and hospitality experiences.