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Floor Manager - Berenjak Borough Salary - Up to £42000 per year Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience in a quality restaurant Berenjak Borough are seeking a Floor Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Floor Manager looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Berenjak, the Iranian restaurant from Kian Samyani and JKS Restaurants. Our Borough Market restaurant follows Berenjak’s first site, which opened in Soho in 2018 and was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2019. Berenjak Borough offers an expanded menu that includes several new homestyle Iranian dishes, alongside all the signature Berenjak classics. Just as the original Berenjak introduced diners to the flavours of Tehran’s hole-in-the-wall eateries, the new restaurant brings the classic charcoal-grilled kebabs, such as the minced lamb koodibeh and poussin jujeh tond, for which Berenjak is best known. Many of the signature mazeh small plates from our Soho restaurant also make the jump to Borough, including the black chickpea hummus, the Panir Sabzi (Persian feta with radish, fresh herbs, and nuts), and the taftoon clay-baked sourdough seeded flatbread. The Role As Floor Manager, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. As Floor Manager, you will be responsible for: Welcoming and attending to guests with an exceptional level of care and service, ensuring that they leave with a positive and memorable experience; Overseeing the waiting staff to ensure the smooth running of all sections; Inspiring, motivating and training waiting staff to deliver the highest levels of service; Carrying out all opening and closing procedures. The successful Floor Manager will have: Previous experience as a Floor Manager or Restaurant Supervisor ready to take on more responsibility; Warm and welcoming persona, along with a hands-on approach to work and impeccable attention to detail; Proven ability to lead, train and inspire a team; Passion for hospitality and a good knowledge of food and beverage;
Floor Manager - Berenjak Borough Salary - Up to £42000 per year Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience in a quality restaurant Berenjak Borough are seeking a Floor Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Floor Manager looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Berenjak, the Iranian restaurant from Kian Samyani and JKS Restaurants. Our Borough Market restaurant follows Berenjak’s first site, which opened in Soho in 2018 and was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2019. Berenjak Borough offers an expanded menu that includes several new homestyle Iranian dishes, alongside all the signature Berenjak classics. Just as the original Berenjak introduced diners to the flavours of Tehran’s hole-in-the-wall eateries, the new restaurant brings the classic charcoal-grilled kebabs, such as the minced lamb koodibeh and poussin jujeh tond, for which Berenjak is best known. Many of the signature mazeh small plates from our Soho restaurant also make the jump to Borough, including the black chickpea hummus, the Panir Sabzi (Persian feta with radish, fresh herbs, and nuts), and the taftoon clay-baked sourdough seeded flatbread. The Role As Floor Manager, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. As Floor Manager, you will be responsible for: Welcoming and attending to guests with an exceptional level of care and service, ensuring that they leave with a positive and memorable experience; Overseeing the waiting staff to ensure the smooth running of all sections; Inspiring, motivating and training waiting staff to deliver the highest levels of service; Carrying out all opening and closing procedures. The successful Floor Manager will have: Previous experience as a Floor Manager or Restaurant Supervisor ready to take on more responsibility; Warm and welcoming persona, along with a hands-on approach to work and impeccable attention to detail; Proven ability to lead, train and inspire a team; Passion for hospitality and a good knowledge of food and beverage;
Salary - £13 to £15 per hour Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience in a quality restaurant BAO Kings Cross are seeking a Bartender to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Position As a Bartender, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: Prior experience as a Bartender or Waiter/Waitress within a high quality, restaurant; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Good knowledge of or experience in Asian cuisine and culture is a bonus! The Benefits We want to create a great place to work that mirrors the soft fluffy embrace of a BAO We have a commitment to work life balance. Our rotas are based on 6 shifts over 5 days, with a maximum of 1 double. You will get 2 weeks rotas in advance so you can have a life outside of work. Your development is important to us. Within your first year with us, you’ll have three reviews, giving you the platform to tell us how we can support you better, and to identify development opportunities. We’re serious on our education, meet School of BAO. Learn Mastery, Discover Artistry. A meticulously crafted calendar of events, workshops, talks. Our perks, hands down the best hospitality discount in London. 50% off food and drink across all of BAO and JKS restaurants, plus some rotating restaurant discounts. We have our own currency, meet BAOcoin. A reward scheme where you earn BAOcoin by displaying BAO behaviours, and cash in prizes from the BAOshop. There are other ways to earn some cash with the BAO Pyramid Scheme. Sell the BAO dream to your friends, and earn up to £500 for a referral. We’re serious about our parties. Our record turnout for our parties speaks for itself. At the beginning of the year we have a huge Wei Ya Party paired with our Annual Awards Ceremony. Our second large party is our Moon Festival BBQ in September. For good measure we throw in a handful of Karaoke Parties in the middle. The Group BAO quite literally means steamed bun. But BAO means so much more than that, a cult brand with a cult following that aims to inspire with design through food. Founded in 2013 by family trio, Erchen Chang, Shing Tat Chung and Wai Ting Chung in a carpark in East London to now spanning 5 restaurants across London, where each has its own story of Taiwanese Culture with unique experience, narrative and menu.
WAITER/WAITRESS - BERENJAK Salary - up to £16 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - previous experience in a quality restaurant Berenjak in Soho are seeking a Waiter/Waitress to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Waiter/Waitress looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand, Berenjak is a fast paced, exciting and critically acclaimed Persian restaurant situated in the heart of Soho. The menu reinterprets the classic hole in the wall eateries lining the streets of Tehran. The restaurant accommodates 40 covers over one floor, rustic and lively, bringing to life Iranian history and culture. We have a passionate, fun & enthusiastic team that embody this culture and re-create, family-oriented memories for guests. The Position We're looking for an experienced and energetic Waiter/Waitress, but most importantly, we're looking for committed self-starters who are eager to learn, develop and be part of this unique restaurant. Working in a small team you'll need to be able to communicate effectively, delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Waiter/Waitress will have: Prior experience as a Waiter/Waitress within a fast-paced restaurant; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group;
Pasta Cook required for our authentic Italian restaurant in Central London. Simple concept but with great taste. We are looking for someone energetic, friendly, responsible and reliable to join our team. Please enquire via Job Today and we will get back to you directly. Competitive Salary. Bonus incentives.
Pizza Metro Pizza is looking for an experienced and passionate Pizza Chef to join our kitchen team at our renowned Neapolitan pizza restaurant. If you are skilled in making authentic pizza dough, have experience working with traditional pizza ovens, and are dedicated to crafting high-quality pizzas, we’d love to hear from you! What Makes Us Unique: Generous Annual salary up to £40,000. Work-Life Balance: 40-45 hours over 5 days, so you can balance work and personal life. Paid Time Off: Birthday off, plus Christmas and 25 days of accrued holiday (pro-rata). Stand Out Globally: Participate in international events and competitions, showcasing your skills alongside the biggest names in the pizza industry and Italian excellence! Employee Discounts: Generous discounts for you and your loved ones (up to 4 people). Referral Bonus: Get rewarded up to 200£ for bringing in talented colleagues. What We’re Looking For: A comprehensive level of knowledge and preparation on various types of dough, gluten-free, bread production techniques, as well as a focus on the nutritional aspects of the products made. A strong understanding of fermentation, proofing, and stretching techniques. Experienced in using traditional pizza oven and in managing temperature efficiently to create that perfect crispy crust. Ability to manage dough preparation, with control and management of dough temperatures, fermentation, and maturation both at room temperature and controlled temperatures. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience working as a pizza chef in a high-quality pizzeria or restaurant. Familiarity with maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organisation in the kitchen. Passion for Pizza: A love for authentic Italian cuisine and a commitment to delivering top-quality pizzas every time. Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and quality. At Pizza Metro Pizza, we believe in delivering not just delicious food, but unforgettable experiences for our guests. If you’re passionate about pizza, send us your CV, including details of your pizza-making experience, and why you’d be a great fit for our team. We value your time and will get back to you within 48 hours.
Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Second Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 11 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we’ve teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We’ve won London’s most-loved restaurant in Time Out’s 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London’s favourite pizza in Time Out’s inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We’re a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. What will I be doing? - Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly. - Leading shifts and taking ownership in the absence of the Head Chef. - Adhering to the highest standards, including cleanliness and organising deep cleans. - Training the team alongside the Head Chef. - Completing all prep as required and taking responsibility for your workstation. - Work collaboratively in a team alongside the wider team. What are we looking for? - Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment. - Someone with a good command of English. - An excellent communicator who enjoys being part of a team! - Someone who is willing to work weekends. What’s on offer: - Working with a fantastic team in a fun environment - A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late! - There's loads of opportunities to progress to a Head Chef role as we have really ambitious expansion plans! - A competitive hourly rate including bonuses. - Full time hours - around 40 hours per week with all overtime paid for. - Holiday paid in days off or in cash. - Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities! - Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends. - Fun staff parties - we close the shops so we are all able to join together! - Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP
Join our Family at La Mia Mamma Restaurant! Cerchiamo mamme (e non) appassionate di cucina casereccia in Chelsea e Notting Hill! Our team of "Mammas" (moms) is getting bigger and we would love to meet the new ambassadors of Italian culinary culture! If you are an Italian speaker with a deep passion for home-cooked style recipes and you are known among your friends for being a great host, this role is for you! About us: La Mia Mamma is not just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of Italy, its traditions and the love that goes into every meal. Each of our “Mamma Chefs” brings their unique regional flavours and family stories to the table, creating an authentic Italian experience that transports our guests straight to Italy. Our mission is to offer a welcoming, home-like atmosphere where guests can feel like part of our family. What we offer: - Full-time or Part-time contracts: we offer flexibility to suit your availability. - Initial training: you’ll receive personalised guidance from Mamma Sara, one of our most experienced mamma chefs. - A supportive, family-like team and don't worry if you can't speak English perfectly, our team speaks Italian too! - Location: Chelsea and Notting Hill - Accommodation in a flat shared with other Mammas: if needed and based on the availability of the flat. What you'll do: - Cook regional dishes: cook what you'd normally prepare at home, from frittata di pasta to mains, we are looking for the most authentic recipes! - Be the perfect host by making sure our guests are well taken care of for a memorable experience. Who we are looking for: - Passionate home cook: you’re proud to share your family’s culinary traditions and the story behind them. - Team player with independence: you are able to collaborate with the other Mammas and members of the team but you are also comfortable working on your own. - Deep knowledge of Italian food culture. - Reside in London: Pre-Settled or Settled Status necessary to proceed with this application. - Experience: previous experience in a professional environment is an advantage, but not a must. If you are up for the challenge, we encourage you to apply! Why work with us? - A real Italian experience: you’ll work in an environment that celebrates Italian culture, warmth and the authenticity of home cooking. - Professional growth: we offer a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and refine your skills. - Be part of a meaningful project: you’ll contribute to a restaurant that honours family traditions and aims to highlight the less mainstream regional food cultures in Italy.
Brags an Bram's in Newington Green is looking for a chef to give assistance to a highly professional head chef, ideally some Mediterranean kitchen experience would be perfect.
Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Senior Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 12 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we’ve teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We’ve won London’s most-loved restaurant in Time Out’s 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London’s favourite pizza in Time Out’s inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We’re a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our 5th store – within touching distance of Shoreditch. As well as our usual casual dine-in and takeaway vibes, we will be serving the local area with our dedicated delivery service, and another exclusive for this site sees us opening a basement bar for a more secluded dining experience, perfect for a date or to rent our the whole area for parties! What will I be doing? - Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment. - You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site. - Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team! - You’ll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service. - Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged. - Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures. - Maintaining 5* Food Hygiene standards. - You’ll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs. - Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? - Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza! - Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven. - A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills. - Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail. - Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What’s on offer: - Competitive Hourly Rates. - Full time hours - around 40 per week. - Paid overtime. - Holiday paid in days off or in cash. - Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI’s. - Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company. - Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends. - Staff parties throughout the year. - Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP
Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Senior Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 12 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we’ve teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We’ve won London’s most-loved restaurant in Time Out’s 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London’s favourite pizza in Time Out’s inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We’re a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. What will I be doing? - You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills - Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly. - Adhering to exceptionally high standards - including cleanliness. - Working with a fast-paced kitchen team. - What are we looking for? - Someone with excellent experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment. - A great team player who loves to work within a team with great interpersonal skills. - Someone with a good command of English. - Someone who is willing to work weekends. What’s on offer… - Competitive rates paid hourly with bonus incentives in place. - A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late! - Full time hours available and all overtime paid for. - Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities. - Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens. - Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP
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