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  • Pizza Chef - NEW OPENING
    Pizza Chef - NEW OPENING
    9 hours ago
    £15–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Pizza Chef - NEW OPENING Lenny's London £15 to £16.50 per hour (dependent on experience) Full time Pizza Chef - Lenny's - MJMK Restaurants KOL · Fonda · AngloThai · Luso · Casa do Frango · New Openings (2 Michelin stars, World's 50 Best Restaurants) £15 to £16 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, site based, WC2E, London Lenny’s is a new pizzeria on Henrietta Street in Covent Garden, from Max Lewis and MJMK Restaurants. The result of Max’s extensive travels to New Haven, Connecticut, it is built around pizzas that are crispy, chewy and charred, a revival of his much-loved pop-up now finding a permanent home in the heart of Covent Garden. We’re building the opening team now. We're looking for a Pizza Chef to join that opening team and own your section, working under the guidance of the Head Chef and Sous Chef. Consistency is everything here, so every pizza that comes off your station should match the last, crispy, chewy, charred, no exceptions. It's a genuine chance to build your pizza skills and help shape the standard from the very first service. This is a hands-on, section-focused role, full of energy from the moment the doors open. Key Responsibilities • Run your section through service, holding Lenny's standards on every plate., • Hit Lenny's specs on every pizza: crispy, chewy and charred, plate after plate., • Prep your section with speed and precision ahead of every service., • Follow stock rotation and storage procedures, flagging shortages promptly., • Stay sharp on food safety, HACCP and allergens, every shift., • Work cleanly and efficiently under pressure during busy services., • Support colleagues across sections when service demands it., • Bring energy and pride to every plate, so every pizza lands the way it should. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who takes real pride in their section and wants to build pizza skills in a brand new opening. You will bring: • Experience as a Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie, or similar in a busy, quality led kitchen, • Pizza or dough experience, • A calm, focused approach to service under pressure, • Working knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and allergens, • Good communication and teamwork, with attention to detail and consistency, • Reliability and a strong sense of ownership over your section, • Real energy in the kitchen, every single shift, • A drive for quality and a genuine love of the job What We Offer • 50% team discount across all MJMK restaurants., • Up to £500 team referral bonus., • Opportunity to grow within one of London's most ambitious hospitality groups., • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year with us., • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days., • Mental health and well-being assistance via Hospitality Action, offering free advice and counselling., • Enhanced pension contributions after 5 years with us., • Anniversary scheme reward for every year you're with us. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants owns and operates a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair, our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra, and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025. We're building ambitious restaurant brands with a focus on quality, creativity and guest experience, and we're just getting started.

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  • Delivery Driver
    Delivery Driver
    1 day ago
    £14 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job Title: Weekend Delivery Driver (Sprinter / Van) Reports to: Head of Sales & Head Driver Responsible for: Timely delivery of goods Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £14.00 per hour- overtime available Location: Pick up from Luminary bakery sites: • Hackney Downs Studios, E8 2BT- with daily routes around London for delivery, • Luminary Hackney, N16 8RY- with daily routes around London for delivery, • Luminary Kings Cross, NC1- with daily routes around London for delivery, • Any future sites Hours of Work: • Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM There will be occasional flexibility required for early starts, late finishes, annual leave cover (during weekdays) or weekend work based on business needs. Purpose of Role As a Delivery Driver at Luminary Bakery, you play a vital role in ensuring our freshly baked goods are delivered safely, efficiently, and with care to our valued wholesale partners and customers. Beyond logistics, you’re a key part of our mission: empowering and supporting women who have overcome social and economic challenges. Deliveries aren’t just about products—they represent the dedication, resilience, and hope of the women we work with. Reporting to our Operations Team, you’ll take responsibility for delivering high-quality baked goods with exceptional customer service. While we aim to provide a regular delivery round so you can build strong connections with our customers, we appreciate flexibility to step in and support colleagues when needed. This isn’t just a driving role—it’s a chance to contribute directly to Luminary’s impact story while ensuring our customers get everything they need to succeed. Key Deliverables Operational Responsibilities • Complete early morning wholesale deliveries to cafés and corporate clients, ensuring orders are delivered on time and in perfect condition., • Return to the bakery for midday delivery preparation, including handling new sales opportunities for customers south of the river., • Follow loading procedures to optimise efficiency and reduce errors., • Conduct pre- and post-operation vehicle checks, promptly reporting any defects to the Operations Team., • Maintain the delivery vehicle’s cleanliness, tidiness, and fuel levels, ensuring it is always ready for the next shift., • Collect orders from customers or suppliers as required by the Operations or Purchasing team., • Ensure accurate recording of deliveries and collections using designated software and paperwork systems. Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement • Act as a professional and courteous representative of Luminary Bakery during all deliveries, providing loyal and helpful service to customers., • Build strong relationships with wholesale and corporate clients, offering excellent customer service and addressing any delivery concerns effectively., • Share the Luminary story with clients and customers where appropriate, acting as an ambassador for our mission and values., • Assist customers with unloading their orders where needed, ensuring their experience is smooth and positive. Health & Safety • Conduct thorough vehicle checks pre- and post-operation, reporting any issues in line with operational policies., • Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment., • Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations when handling chilled and baked goods. Example Daily Activities • Loading and unloading deliveries at the bakery and customer sites., • Completing accurate records of deliveries and collections, ensuring all paperwork is signed upon delivery., • Handling multi-drop deliveries across London, including ambient and chilled products., • Conducting midday customer collections and new sales deliveries., • Cleaning and servicing the delivery vehicle after use, ensuring it is fully fuelled and ready for the next day. Role Requirements • Full valid UK driving licence (clean is preferable but no more than 3 points will be considered (no serious offences DD (Reckless/dangerous driving/ /IN (Insurance offences)//DR (drink/drugs), • Excellent understanding of the highway code, • Strong geographical knowledge of London, Greater London, and the South East, with confidence driving in these areas., • Good accuracy and organisational skills, • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service., • A positive, ‘can-do’ attitude, self-motivation, and a willingness to support colleagues., • Experience of multi drop work with baked goods

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  • Bartender and Waiter / Waitress
    Bartender and Waiter / Waitress
    1 day ago
    £14–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Polanco Mexican Restaurant — Paddington | New Opening Polanco is coming to Paddington. We’re opening the doors to our second venue and are looking for passionate, energetic Front of House Team Members to join us from the very beginning. Starting date TBD but aiming for the first week of November. We’re looking for people who love hospitality, know how to make guests feel welcome and enjoy being part of a busy, lively restaurant environment. Our Front of House team will be involved across waiting and bar, so no two shifts will be quite the same. The role As a Front of House Team Member, you’ll help create the experience that keeps guests coming back. Your role will include: • Welcoming and looking after guests from the moment they arrive, • Taking food and drink orders and confidently talking guests through the menu, • Delivering food and drinks with energy, care and attention to detail, • Preparing and serving cocktails, beers, wines and soft drinks, • Supporting the bar team and keeping the bar area clean and organised, • Maintaining high standards of service throughout every shift, • Working closely with the kitchen and wider team, • Helping create a fun, warm and vibrant atmosphere, • Going the extra mile to make every guest’s experience memorable Who we’re looking for We’re looking for great people with great energy. You’ll be: • Friendly, confident and naturally welcoming, • Passionate about food, drinks and hospitality, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, • A team player who is happy to get stuck in wherever needed, • Reliable, positive and well presented, • Curious and keen to learn, • Someone who takes pride in delivering exceptional service Mexican cuisine experience is a bonus but not essential — enthusiasm, adaptability, and a strong work ethic are equally important to us. Previous waiting or bar experience is a plus, but attitude is just as important as experience. We’ll give you the training you need to succeed. 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 us from day one Being part of a new opening means you’ll have the opportunity to help shape the restaurant, the culture and the guest experience from the start. If you’re looking for a role where you can work hard, have fun, learn new skills and be part of an exciting new restaurant in Paddington, we want to hear from you.

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  • Pizza Chef - NEW OPENING
    Pizza Chef - NEW OPENING
    5 days ago
    £15.01–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Pizza Chef - Lenny's - MJMK Restaurants KOL · Fonda · AngloThai · Luso · Casa do Frango · New Openings (2 Michelin stars, World's 50 Best Restaurants) £15 to £16 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, site based, WC2E, London Lenny's is a new pizzeria on Henrietta Street in Covent Garden, from Max Lewis and MJMK Restaurants. The result of Max's extensive travels to New Haven, Connecticut, it is built around pizzas that are crispy, chewy and charred, a revival of his much-loved pop-up now finding a permanent home in the heart of Covent Garden. We're building the opening team now. We're looking for a Pizza Chef to join that opening team and own your section, working under the guidance of the Head Chef and Sous Chef. Consistency is everything here, so every pizza that comes off your station should match the last, crispy, chewy, charred, no exceptions. It's a genuine chance to build your pizza skills and help shape the standard from the very first service. This is a hands-on, section-focused role, full of energy from the moment the doors open. Key Responsibilities • Run your section through service, holding Lenny's standards on every plate., • Hit Lenny's specs on every pizza: crispy, chewy and charred, plate after plate., • Prep your section with speed and precision ahead of every service., • Follow stock rotation and storage procedures, flagging shortages promptly., • Stay sharp on food safety, HACCP and allergens, every shift., • Work cleanly and efficiently under pressure during busy services., • Support colleagues across sections when service demands it., • Bring energy and pride to every plate, so every pizza lands the way it should. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who takes real pride in their section and wants to build pizza skills in a brand new opening. You will bring: • Experience as a Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie, or similar in a busy, quality led kitchen, • Pizza or dough experience, • A calm, focused approach to service under pressure, • Working knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and allergens, • Good communication and teamwork, with attention to detail and consistency, • Reliability and a strong sense of ownership over your section, • Real energy in the kitchen, every single shift, • A drive for quality and a genuine love of the job What We Offer • 50% team discount across all MJMK restaurants., • Up to £500 team referral bonus., • Opportunity to grow within one of London's most ambitious hospitality groups., • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year with us., • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days., • Mental health and well-being assistance via Hospitality Action, offering free advice and counselling., • Enhanced pension contributions after 5 years with us., • Anniversary scheme reward for every year you're with us. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants owns and operates a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair, our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra, and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025. We're building ambitious restaurant brands with a focus on quality, creativity and guest experience, and we're just getting started.

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  • Kitchen Supervisor
    Kitchen Supervisor
    2 months ago
    £14.8–£15.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    🍽️ Kitchen Supervisor 📍 Location: Seven Sisters, N15 💷 £14.80 – £15.50 per hour 📆 Full time ~40 hrs 🌟 BENEFITS FOR YOU • 24/7 online private GP support — your wellbeing matters, • Free meals & soft drinks on every shift — because food is love, • Birthday gift vouchers, • Staff discounts when dining with friends & family (up to 3 guests), • Fun, inclusive team socials — karaoke, bowling, roller disco, and more, • A collaborative, values-driven culture where you can be yourself, • A rare chance to help shape an award-winning, fast-growing restaurant brand 🧑🏽‍🍳 YOUR ROLE As a Senior Chef, you’ll take ownership of your section and play a key role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly. You’ll support the Head Chef, develop your skills, and help deliver the high standards that make Chuku’s special. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading on food prep - preparing and cooking dishes to Chuku’s standards, • Supporting with mise en place, accepting deliveries and completing daily checks, • Taking ownership of the pass during service and running it with confidence, • Maintaining Food Safety & Health & Safety standards, • Assisting with stock rotation and reducing wastage, • Helping to train and support junior chefs and team members, • Bringing positive energy, teamwork and passion into the kitchen 🧠 WHAT YOU'LL BRING • 4+ years’ experience working as a chef in a busy kitchen, • Confidence in taking ownership during service and supporting the team with consistency, • Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality dishes, • Good organisation and communication skills, even under pressure, • A willingness to learn, grow, and support your teammates, • A genuine love of food and people No need to know Nigerian or West African cuisine — just bring your curiosity and passion. We’ll teach you the flavours; you bring the dedication. 🎉 WHO WE ARE Chuku’s is about culture, community, and cuisine. What started 10 years ago as a brother-and-sister pop-up with a dream to share the spirit of Lagos in London has grown into a flagship restaurant in Tottenham — full of colour, energy, and afrobeats, serving vibrant Nigerian dishes made for sharing. With big ambitions and a second site on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to join a team that believes in new possibilities — building something bold, joyful, and lasting. Every dish is a conversation. Every guest is family. Every team member matters. We support each other, value everyone, and make real connections — through our food, with each other, and the world around us.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 months ago
    £40000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About Soul Mama At Soul Mama, we are all about bringing soulful experiences to life through exceptional food, world-class live music and vibrant culture. Our mission is simple: to create unforgettable experiences that nourish both the body and soul. As one of London’s fastest growing live music venue and restaurant brands, we pride ourselves on creating high-energy spaces where music, community and hospitality come together. Our food celebrates bold flavours inspired by African, Caribbean and South American cuisines, creating a dining experience that sits at the heart of everything Soul Mama represents. We are looking for a passionate, organised and driven Sous Chef to support our kitchen leadership team and help deliver consistently exceptional food standards as we continue to grow. Job Overview The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role within the Soul Mama kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in delivering outstanding food quality, operational excellence and a positive team culture. As second-in-command, you will assist with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring service runs smoothly, standards remain consistently high and the team are supported to perform at their best. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, takes ownership and leads by example. You will be expected to maintain excellent food standards, support cost control, uphold compliance requirements and contribute towards the continued success and growth of Soul Mama. Key Responsibilities *Kitchen Operations & Service Management* · Support the Head Chef with the daily running and organisation of all kitchen operations. · Lead kitchen service, ensuring smooth workflow, clear communication and efficient execution. · Coordinate kitchen sections effectively to ensure dishes are prepared and delivered to standard. · Maintain excellent standards of taste, presentation, quality and consistency. · Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef. · Identify service challenges quickly and implement effective solutions. · Support continuous improvements across kitchen systems and processes. *Food Production & Quality Control* · Ensure all dishes meet Soul Mama recipe specifications, presentation standards and portion controls. · Maintain high standards of preparation, cooking and plating. · Oversee mise en place preparation and ensure readiness ahead of service. · Monitor ingredient quality, freshness and stock rotation using FIFO procedures. · Conduct regular quality checks throughout preparation and service. · Support menu development, specials and improvements where required. · Maintain consistency across every guest dining experience. *Team Leadership & Development* · Lead, motivate and support chefs and kitchen team members during service. · Create a positive working environment based on teamwork, respect and accountability. · Support training, onboarding and development of new team members. · Coach junior chefs to improve skills, confidence and performance. · Provide constructive feedback and support team progression. · Ensure kitchen expectations, procedures and standards are clearly communicated. · Lead by example through professionalism, attitude and work ethic. *Stock, Waste & Financial Control* · Support effective stock management, ordering and inventory processes. · Participate in regular stock counts and reporting. · Monitor food waste and actively support waste reduction. · Ensure correct storage procedures are followed to maintain quality and reduce loss. · Report shortages, supplier issues or stock concerns promptly. · Support the Head Chef in achieving GP targets and controlling food costs. · Maintain strong awareness of portion control and commercial performance. *Food Safety, Hygiene & Compliance* · Ensure all food safety procedures are consistently followed. · Maintain HACCP documentation, temperature checks and kitchen records. · Ensure compliance with EHO requirements and Safer Food Better Business standards. · Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organisation and hygiene throughout the kitchen. · Ensure allergen procedures are followed accurately at all times. · Report maintenance issues, equipment faults or safety concerns promptly. · Promote a safe working environment for the entire team. *Communication & Operational Support* · Work closely with the Head Chef, management team and front of house departments. · Support strong communication between kitchen and service teams. · Attend meetings and provide operational updates when required. · Support the implementation of new procedures and company standards. · Represent Soul Mama positively and professionally at all times. *Skills & Experience* · Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready for progression. · Experience working in a fast-paced restaurant or hospitality environment. · Strong understanding of kitchen operations and service delivery. · Knowledge of stock management, GP control and waste reduction. · Excellent food safety knowledge including HACCP standards. · Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team. · Strong communication and organisation skills. · Ability to remain calm and solution-focused under pressure. · Passion for food, culture and delivering memorable guest experiences. *Core Competencies* · Leadership and accountability · Strong operational organisation · Quality and consistency focus · Commercial awareness · Coaching and team development · Attention to detail · Problem-solving ability · Adaptability and flexibility · Excellent communication · Positive attitude and professionalism · Ownership and initiative *Desirable but not essential:* · Experience within high-volume restaurants or live entertainment venues · Experience supporting menu development · Previous involvement with kitchen financial targets · Level 3 Food Safety qualification · Experience training and developing junior chefs *Why Join Soul Mama?* You will be joining one of London’s most exciting cultural venues, bringing together food, music and community in a truly unique way. With ambitious growth plans and expanding locations, Soul Mama offers opportunities for development, progression and the chance to be part of building something special. At Soul Mama, we do not just serve food; we create moments. If you are passionate about quality, culture, teamwork and exceptional hospitality, we would love you to be part of the journey. Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Store discount Ability to commute/relocate: • Islington N1 0PS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: • Kitchen: 4 years (required), • Kitchen management: 1 year (required) Language: • Fluent English (required) Licence/Certification: • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required) Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person with your CV

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 months ago
    £36500–£38500 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    🍽️ Sous Chef 📍 Location: Seven Sisters, N15 💷 £36,500 – £38,500 per annum 📆 Full-time | 45 hours per week 🌟 BENEFITS FOR YOU • 24/7 online private GP support — your wellbeing matters, • Free meals & soft drinks on every shift — because food is love, • Birthday gift vouchers, • Staff discounts when dining with friends & family (up to 3 guests), • Fun, inclusive team socials — karaoke, bowling, roller disco, and more, • A collaborative, values-driven culture where you can be yourself, • A rare chance to help shape an award-winning, fast-growing restaurant brand 🧑🏽‍🍳 YOUR ROLE As Sous Chef, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our Head Chef and leading the kitchen team day-to-day. You’ll set high standards, keep the kitchen running smoothly, and help create a positive, growth-focused culture. Your responsibilities will include: • Running service and leading the pass when required, • Supporting the Kitchen Leader with kitchen compliance and stock management, • Training, motivating, and supporting junior team members, • Maintaining Food Safety & Health & Safety standards, • Managing wastage and contributing to COGS control, • Acting as a Chuku’s ambassador — bringing energy, passion, and culture into the kitchen 🧠 WHAT YOU'LL BRING • 3+ years’ chef experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role, • Confidence in running a section and stepping up to lead when needed, • Experience with supplier management and stock control (or willingness to learn), • Strong organisational skills and calm communication under pressure, • A team-player mindset — lifting up those around you, • A genuine love of food and people No need to know Nigerian or West African cuisine — just come hungry to learn. We’ll teach you the flavours; you bring the passion. 🎉 WHO WE ARE Chuku’s is about culture, community, and cuisine. What started 10 years ago as a brother-and-sister pop-up with a dream to share the spirit of Lagos in London has grown into a flagship restaurant in Tottenham — full of colour, energy, and afrobeats, serving vibrant Nigerian dishes made for sharing. With big ambitions and a second site on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to join a team that believes in new possibilities — building something bold, joyful, and lasting. Every dish is a conversation. Every guest is family. Every team member matters. We support each other, value everyone, and make real connections — through our food, with each other, and the world around us.

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