15 Kingly Street, Carnaby, London
Restaurant • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since August, 2024
Chef- led Agean restaurant in the heart of Carnaby street.
As Head Chef, you will be the creative force behind our kitchen, orchestrating every aspect of food preparation and presentation. At The Counter Soho, we pride ourselves on offering a menu that is not just a collection of dishes, but a culinary journey through the rich and vibrant flavors of the Aegean. Each plate is a tribute to the region’s heritage, deeply inspired by the childhood experiences of our Executive Chef, Kemal Demirasal. Your leadership will be pivotal in ensuring that this vision is consistently brought to life with every service. What You’ll Do: - Lead the kitchen with passion and precision, ensuring that every dish meets our high standards of quality, flavour, and presentation. - Develop and refine the menu, infusing it with creativity while staying true to the Aegean influences that define our cuisine. - Oversee the day-to-day operations, including inventory management, ordering, and ensuring that all kitchen processes run smoothly. - Mentor and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a culture of learning and excellence, and helping each member to grow in their culinary careers. - Uphold strict health and safety standards, ensuring the kitchen remains a clean, organised, and safe environment. - Collaborate closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a seamless dining experience, addressing any service challenges that arise. What We’re Looking For: - Minimum 4years of experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary role within a high-volume kitchen. - A deep passion for cooking and a rich understanding of diverse culinary techniques, with a special affinity for Aegean cuisine. - Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team in a high-pressure environment. - Flexibility to adapt to the demands of a busy kitchen, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. - Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations, with a commitment to maintaining impeccable standards. Why Join Us: - Be the creative leader in a kitchen that values innovation and the art of cooking. - Opportunities for career advancement within our growing company, with the potential to shape the future of our culinary direction. - Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including WPA cash plan insurance, Hospitality Rewards, free lunch at work, and a Refer a Friend scheme.
We're looking for an enthusiastic and creative Bartender to craft exceptional drinks and deliver an unforgettable experience to our guests at The Counter Soho ! Responsibilities: Create and serve a variety of beverages, including classic cocktails and unique creations. Provide excellent customer service, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. Maintain a clean and organized bar area. Monitor inventory and restock supplies as needed. Adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines. Requirements: at least 2 years of previous bartending experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits: Hospitality Rewards WPA medical cash health plan Free lunch Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Employee discounts and perks across portfolio companies Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Overview The Counter Soho is looking for an experienced and dynamic Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team. Located on Kingly Street, near the bustling Carnaby Street, our restaurant offers a unique mix of Aegean flavours from Greece and Turkey, created by Chef Demirasal. Our dishes, inspired by his Izmir heritage, feature Mediterranean and Levantine influences, providing guests with an unforgettable dining experience. Key Responsibilities - Manage and inspire a team of staff to deliver exceptional service and achieve targets. - Oversee daily operations, including staff scheduling, inventory, and maintaining high cleanliness standards. - Provide training opportunities and promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. - Ensure compliance with all food safety and health regulations, maintaining hygiene standards. - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and partners to support restaurant goals. - Requirements - Previous experience in a managerial role within the hospitality industry, ideally in a restaurant setting. - Proven track record of driving busy operations - Thinking on your feet and being active on a floor - please note it's not a laptop role we need you to be present during service. - Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. - Knowledge of relevant food safety and licensing regulations. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in a chef-led restaurant setting is a BONUS. - Strong customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships with guests and colleagues. Benefits - Recognition programs for outstanding performance. - WPA medical cash health plan. - Free lunch during shifts. - Along with performance-based incentives. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Enjoy perks and discounts across portfolio companies. - Collaborative and team-oriented atmosphere.
Overview The Counter Soho is looking for an experienced and dynamic Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team. Located on Kingly Street, near the bustling Carnaby Street, our restaurant offers a unique mix of Aegean flavours from Greece and Turkey, created by Chef Demirasal. Our dishes, inspired by his Izmir heritage, feature Mediterranean and Levantine influences, providing guests with an unforgettable dining experience. Key Responsibilities - Manage and inspire a team of staff to deliver exceptional service and achieve targets. - Oversee daily operations, including staff scheduling, inventory, and maintaining high cleanliness standards. - Provide training opportunities and promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. - Ensure compliance with all food safety and health regulations, maintaining hygiene standards. - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and partners to support restaurant goals. - Requirements - Previous experience in a managerial role within the hospitality industry, ideally in a restaurant setting. - Proven track record of driving busy operations - Thinking on your feet and being active on a floor - please note it's not a laptop role we need you to be present during service. - Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. - Knowledge of relevant food safety and licensing regulations. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in a chef-led restaurant setting is a BONUS. - Strong customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships with guests and colleagues. Benefits - Recognition programs for outstanding performance. - WPA medical cash health plan. - Free lunch during shifts. - Along with performance-based incentives. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Enjoy perks and discounts across portfolio companies. - Collaborative and team-oriented atmosphere.
Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 24 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Bar Assistant Manager! YOUR MISSION: - You will be part of a BIG MAMMA Bar team! - You will be managing the daily operations of the bar alongside the Bar Manager. - You will delegate tasks, coach and support the team, run services, lead briefings, onboard new team members, train the team and more! - You will participate in monthly inventory, assist with ordering and implement seasonal menu changes. - You will maintain health and safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation behind the bar. - You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day! - You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: - Big Smile and passion for Italian food! - Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit - Excellent customer service, communication and leadership skills - Expert bar knowledge including classic cocktails - Previous experience as a bar supervisor/assistant bar manager in a fast paced environment - Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: - Permanent, full-time position - 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off - Tasty staff food served family style - 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants - £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend - Employee of the Month award - Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support - Regular training & growth opportunities - Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma Up to £17.94 / hour
Caffe concerto is urgently looking for Managers and assistant managers to join in our traditional restaurants in central London. When you join our management team, you’ll discover how to use your charm and attention to detail to deliver the guest experience. Working in our restaurant you will ensure that your guests are comfortable by providing a seamless service with a personal touch through breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner. In return, you will receive an industry-leading pay package of up to 45K per year this includes your basic pay and service charge based on a 48 hours 6 days work per week Rota. incredible opportunity for career progression and training to make sure you succeed and grow while you are working with us. extra benefits of work with us: • 50% staff discounts in all our venues even on your days off for you and up to 3 more members of your family. • flexible time table. • annual 28 days paid holidays. • learning and development opportunities • free meal during working hours Requirements : - Positive attitude - Experience is required. - Must have the stamina to work full time and flexible busy shifts. - Possess basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register - Be able to communicate and understand the English language(s) with our customers - Enjoy working around customers. - Be able to lead and motivate a team
Lead by example – punctuality, cleanliness, knowledge, enthusiasm! Provide an exceptional guest experience, building warm and genuine relationships with all our guests. Be enthusiastic and adaptable, responding positively to the ever-changing business needs. Communicate well with the team and customers. Communicate any issues with management as and when they arise. Support colleagues where needed Maintain food safety and health & safety standards to ensure a safe environment for guests and colleagues. Open and close the restaurant. Lead daily briefings with knowledge and confidence. To have an excellent knowledge of our product offering Ensure the coffee machine is properly set and ready for the breakfast service. Report coffee wastage and staff drinks following procedure. Ensure the coffee station is properly refilled with milk, coffee beans, and takeaway stock. Ensure systems are working properly before opening the door to the guests. Minimize moving to the storage.
We are looking for a Hospitality Floor Manager you would be working closely with the Operations Manager, to deliver flawless service and exceptional food and drinks within both our large conference and banqueting operations. The venue is a Grade II* listed award-winning events venue in a perfect central London location. From meeting and conference spaces to private dining and rooftop terraces, the venue offers an iconic setting for any occasion. Job Description - Full Time, 45 hours - ·Hourly Rate: £14.25 / £33,450 pa equivalent. - Up to 38days annual leave (dependant on job role) - As a Hospitality Floor Manager your key responsibilities will be: - To plan, organise and deliver a successful operation of the events, dinning rooms and other areas within the Hospitality department with the assistance of the relevant department heads. - To liaise with other key personal, including marketing, events and sales department in order to deliver service the meets and exceed the client expectations. - To brief the Hospitality team on all aspects of the business and to oversee the running of all events, workings lunches and dining. - To meet clients on arrival making sure that the event is as they require, and ensuring that any on the day changes are passed on to the relevant people where necessary. - To assist on the development of the Hospitality waiting team, making sure that they adhere to standards laid down by Hospitality Managers and provide training as required, specially on the areas of food and beverage service. - All catering administration including banking and financial reporting to your line managers. - To train or provide training to the staff so to ensure they operate in accordance with the department standards including any casual labour that may be required. - To monitor on a daily basis the standards achieved in your department and report to your line managers any areas of concerns. - To liaise with key people in all necessary areas (kitchen, events, reception, etc…) of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards pre-agreed. As an Hospitality Floor Manager you will enjoy a selection of industry leading benefits: - Access to everyday discounts and communication portal - Employee assistance programme - Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue. - Birthday off, to celebrate in style - A day of to volunteer and support a charity of your choice
Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 24 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Bar Assistant Manager! YOUR MISSION: You will be part of a BIG MAMMA Bar team! You will be managing the daily operations of the bar alongside the Bar Manager. You will delegate tasks, coach and support the team, run services, lead briefings, onboard new team members, train the team and more! You will participate in monthly inventory, assist with ordering and implement seasonal menu changes. You will maintain health and safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation behind the bar. You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day! You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: Big Smile and passion for Italian food! Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit Excellent customer service, communication and leadership skills Expert bar knowledge including classic cocktails Previous experience as a bar supervisor/assistant bar manager in a fast paced environment Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: Permanent, full-time position 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off Tasty staff food served family style 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend Employee of the Month award Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support Regular training & growth opportunities Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma Up to £17.94 / hour
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead our team and ensure the smooth operation of our central London restaurant. This senior role requires a strong leader who can manage staff, oversee the rota, and maintain high standards of service and cleanliness. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Leading and managing the restaurant team, including waitstaff and kitchen staff - Creating and overseeing staff schedules and rotas - Ensuring exceptional service standards and enhancing the customer experience - Handling customer inquiries and resolving any issues promptly and professionally - Training and developing team members to ensure they have the skills and confidence needed to excel - Overseeing the preparation and serving of food and drinks - Maintaining a clean, tidy, and well-organised floor area - Collaborating with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and efficient operations - Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations ABOUT YOU: - Proven experience in a restaurant management role - Strong leadership and team management skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities - Friendly and approachable - Positive mindset with a problem-solving attitude - Ability to thrive under pressure and maintain composure - Genuine passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience WHAT WE OFFER: - Competitive hourly wage + service charge + tips - Flexible work schedules - 50% staff discount at all our associated venues - 20% friends and family discount at all our associated venues ABOUT US: We are small restaurant group operating from three venues in London. We specialised in Latin American food mostly sea food based! People love us for fresh ceviche and delicious Pisco Sours! Our restaurant is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming everyone in the community. We celebrate diversity, take pride in our offerings, our work, and being ourselves. If you're excited to join our amazing team, we want to hear from you! Details Salary (based on experience): £13 to £15 (£33,000 to £37,500 per year) Schedule: Full-Time
Opportunity become a Supervisor/ Assistant Manager! Come and join our Burrito Kitchen team. Shifts start 7am most days Come join our Burrito Kitchen store inside Tesco supermarkets, we are looking for people who can work as part of a team helping make bake all our pastries, prepare our salad bar, and our delicious burritos. Manage a team, remain calm under pressure, being in charge or all food safety policies, placing orders and always keeping our brand standards We pay monthly into your bank account
Job Summary: As the Floor Manager, you will have full responsibility for overseeing the customer Journey of the venue during your shift, ensuring the efficient delivery of services to all guests. Key Competencies: • Guest-First Mindset: Demonstrate a commitment to excellent customer service, always prioritising the guest experience and anticipating their needs. • Adaptability and Quick Problem-Solving: Respond quickly and effectively to any issues that arise, adapting to changes and challenges to maintain smooth operations. • Team Leadership and Development: Lead by example, motivating and developing staff to ensure high performance and a positive work environment. • Attention to Detail and Quality: Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and service quality throughout the site. • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Communicate clearly and effectively with staff, management, and customers to ensure seamless operations and positive relationships. • Ability to Thrive in a Fast-Paced, High-Pressure Environment: Remain calm, efficient, and professional in a dynamic, high-energy work setting. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct a detailed venue tour at the start of each shift to confirm that all facilities and services are fully operational. • Pay close attention to the following areas to maintain site efficiency: o Cleanliness and tidiness in all public spaces. o Safety and hygiene across all areas of the site. o Adequate staffing levels in all departments. o Clear access in appropriate areas. • Resolve faults personally, where possible, to minimize customer disruption, rather than delegating to others. • Develop a thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of other departments, stepping in to assist as needed in the absence of staff members. • Lead by example in the Host role, ensuring that the team delivers an exceptional customer experience. • Collect customer feedback to continuously improve food and beverage (F&B) service, liaising with restaurant managers where appropriate. • Be aware of and prepare for all scheduled events at the venues and take necessary actions for future events. • Ensure all signage and customer messages are clearly displayed. • Assist the duty manager, collaborate with other team members, and undertake additional tasks as required by senior management