160 Best basic Jobs in Potters Bar (October 2026)

The floor staff is responsible for delivering a high level of customer service to all guests, ensuring they have a memorable dining experience. This role involves greeting and seating guests, taking food and drink orders, delivering meals, and providing attentive service throughout the customer’s visit. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: 1. Customer Service: • Greet guests warmly upon arrival and assist with seating arrangements., • Present menus, explain daily specials, and answer questions about menu items, beverages, and other restaurant services., • Take accurate food and beverage orders and relay them to the kitchen and bar staff promptly. 1. Order Management: • Ensure that all orders are prepared and served according to the restaurant’s standards and within a reasonable time frame., • Serve food and beverages to guests, ensuring the correct dishes are delivered to each customer., • Check back with customers to ensure satisfaction with their meals and beverages. 1. Dining Area Maintenance: • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the dining area, including setting up and clearing tables, refilling condiments, and resetting tables after guests leave., • Monitor the dining area for spills, messes, and other potential hazards, addressing them promptly to maintain a safe environment., • Assist with the arrangement of seating and tables to accommodate reservations and walk-in guests. 1. Payment Handling: • Present the bill to customers and process payments accurately, handling cash, credit cards, and other forms of payment., • Ensure that the cash register balances at the end of each shift, reporting any discrepancies to the Floor Manager. 1. Team Collaboration: • Work closely with kitchen staff, bartenders, and other floor staff to ensure smooth operation and a seamless dining experience for guests., • Communicate any special requests, allergies, or dietary restrictions to the kitchen and bar staff., • Assist with training new floor staff as required. 1. Complaint Resolution: • Handle customer complaints and concerns professionally, seeking to resolve issues to the customer’s satisfaction., • Escalate unresolved complaints to the Floor Manager or Restaurant Manager when necessary. 1. Compliance and Safety: • Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety and sanitation standards., • Follow all restaurant policies and procedures, including those related to uniform, grooming, and punctuality., • Attend regular training sessions on service standards, food handling, and emergency procedures. Qualifications: • Previous experience in a customer service role, preferably in a restaurant or hospitality setting., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude., • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively., • Basic math skills for handling payments and making change. Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand, walk, and carry trays of food and beverages for extended periods., • Capable of lifting and carrying items up to 25 pounds., • Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Additional Skills: • Knowledge of food and beverage menus, including basic wine, beer, and cocktail knowledge, is a plus., • A passion for customer service and hospitality.

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Experienced Waiter / Waitress – Immediate Start Kosei Japanese Restaurant in Southgate, London is looking for an experienced Front of House / Service Staff member to join our team. We are looking for someone confident, organised, professional and able to work independently in a busy restaurant environment. Requirements: • Previous restaurant service experience is essential, • Experience in a sushi or Japanese restaurant will be highly valued, • Must live locally or within easy travelling distance of Southgate, • Must have good availability throughout the week, including evenings and weekends, • Approximately 30–40 hours per week, • Experience using POS systems – knowledge of Epos Now is a strong advantage, • Confident with upselling, recommending dishes and drinks, and improving the customer experience, • Friendly, positive and professional personality, • Organised and able to manage responsibilities without constant supervision, • Knowledge of cocktails and mocktails, • Confident with cash handling and taking payments, • Comfortable answering the restaurant telephone, taking bookings and handling customer enquiries, • Able to work efficiently during busy service, • Must be available to start immediately Pay: Basic hourly rate + service charge paid at the end of each month 📍 Kosei Japanese Restaurant – Southgate, London

Duties Involve: Looking for an experienced barista to join our team for 20-30 hours a week • Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, tea, and specialty drinks, to be made quickly and efficiently for busy commuters, • Using espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment to make high-quality beverages, • Take customer orders and provide exceptional customer service, • Maintain a clean and organised work area, including cleaning equipment and utensils, • Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure the safety of customers and staff, • Handle cash transactions and accurately process payments, • Replenish all stock and monitor stock levels Qualifications • Previous experience as a barista or in a similar role is essential, • Basic math skills to handle cash transactions, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, • Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper food handling techniques, • Strong time management skills to prioritise tasks and ensure efficient service Ideal for someone who lives very close by, must be reliable and responsible as the shop opening on time will depend on you. If you have a passion for coffee and people, we would love to hear from you! Experience: • Barista: 1 year (required), • Hospitality: 1 year (required), • customer service: 1 year (required) Location: • Elstree WD6 3LS (required) Work Location: In person

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Click 2 Drive Auto

Junior motor mechanic

vehicle servicing and repairs. Must be able to carry out servicing without supervision. Suspension work. Basic knowledge with computers, the role will suit a junior mechanic or an older person looking to just do light mechanical work

Kitchen porter /WITH RIGHT TO WORK/ please bring with you your documents!!! Job OverviewJoin our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Porter and become an essential part of delivering exceptional dining experiences! In this lively role, you will support the kitchen staff by maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where great food and hospitality thrive. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced hospitality setting while developing your culinary skills.ResponsibilitiesEnsure all kitchen areas are kept spotless, organized, and hygienic by cleaning dishes, utensils, equipment, and work surfaces regularly.Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables or preparing ingredients under supervision.Support the kitchen team in maintaining stock levels and storing supplies correctly.Help with waste disposal and recycling procedures to uphold health and safety standards.Ensure all cleaning schedules are followed to meet sanitation regulations and safety guidelines.Assist with setting up dining areas and clearing tables during service times when needed.Support the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen to promote a safe working environment.RequirementsPrevious experience in a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment is preferred but not essential; enthusiasm to learn is key!Knowledge of food preparation, cooking, and kitchen hygiene practices.Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail.Strong teamwork skills with a positive attitude towards supporting colleagues.Basic understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to food service environments.Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, or holidays as required.A genuine interest in hospitality, serving others, and developing culinary skills.Embark on your hospitality journey with us — where energy meets opportunity! We’re dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment that supports your growth while delivering outstanding service to our guests.

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Evolution of gardening Ltd

We are seeking a gardener to join our team. You must have: • a full driving licence (essential), • basic garden maintenance experience Self employed are welcomed. Start ASAP.

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Belvoir Sales and Lettings Enfield and Haringey

PROPERTY CONSULTANT – SALES & LETTINGS Belvoir Enfield | £28,000 basic + uncapped commission | OTE £45,000+ We don't want someone who waits for business to come to them. We want someone who goes out and gets it. We're a small, ambitious estate agency in Enfield and we're looking for a seriously driven Property Hunter to join us and help grow both our Sales and Lettings business. Your job objective will simply be: Find opportunities. Meet people. Win instructions. Grow your pipeline. And if you're good at it, we're hoping you'll generate so much new business that we'll struggle to keep up! THIS IS A DUAL SALES & LETTINGS ROLE You'll be talking to homeowners and landlords every day. Someone might want to sell. Someone else might be thinking about letting. Another might be considering selling their rental property. A landlord might need help with one property today and full management of their portfolio tomorrow. We want someone who sees the opportunity in all of it. You'll be responsible for: • Carrying out residential sales valuations and lettings appraisals, • Winning new sales instructions, • Winning new landlord instructions and growing our managed portfolio, • Generating your own valuation and appraisal opportunities, • Following up leads and turning conversations into appointments, • Building relationships with homeowners, landlords, investors and local contacts, • Identifying opportunities within our existing database and applicant base, • Developing your own network of people who can introduce you to future business, • Keeping a close eye on properties coming to market and landlords entering or leaving the rental market, • Advising clients honestly on pricing, presentation, marketing and strategy, • Identifying when a sales client could become a lettings client — and vice versa, • Working with landlords to understand whether self-management, let-only or full management is right for them, • Building relationships that generate repeat and referral business, • Working closely with a small team to turn new instructions into successful transactions, • Helping us grow our presence across Enfield and North London WE'RE LOOKING FOR A HUNTER We don't need someone who needs to be told what to do every morning. We're looking for someone who sees a quiet afternoon and thinks: "Right. Who can I speak to?" You might spot a house that's been on the market with another agent for months. You might notice a landlord advertising a property themselves. You might have a conversation with a buyer who tells you they're thinking of selling. You might reconnect with someone you valued six months ago who wasn't ready then. That's the job. Spot the opportunity. Start the conversation. Build the relationship. Win the business. We're looking for someone who: • Is naturally competitive and motivated by results, • Loves winning business, • Is confident asking for the instruction, • Doesn't take rejection personally, • Is persistent without being pushy, • Can build genuine relationships with people, • Is commercially minded, • Is organised enough to manage a growing pipeline, • Has the confidence to pick up the phone and make things happen, • Understands that follow-up is where a lot of business is won, • Wants to build a reputation in the local property market, • Is just as comfortable talking to a £500k homeowner as a landlord with a large portfolio, • Wants to earn more by producing more EXPERIENCE You may already be a Property Valuer, Lister, Senior Negotiator or experienced Sales or Lettings Negotiator. Or you may be a good negotiator who knows you're capable of taking the next step. We're interested in ability, attitude and results, not just job titles. You need to understand residential property and be confident dealing with clients. Sales experience is important. Valuation experience would be a big advantage. A full UK driving licence is required. WHY BELVOIR ENFIELD? We're not a massive corporate estate agency where you'll be one person in a large machine. We're a small team with big ambitions, and what you do will genuinely make a difference You'll have the freedom to develop your own business, your own relationships and your own reputation. We're part of the Belvoir and TPFG franchise network, but we're very much a local business. We care about our clients, we care about property and we're interested in doing things differently. Our focus is Enfield and North London, including Winchmore Hill, Southgate, Palmers Green and Hadley Wood, with a growing interest in the higher-value residential market. We're not trying to be the biggest agent. We want to be the agent people remember, recommend and want to work with. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? £28,000 basic salary Uncapped commission with OTE of £45,000+ And importantly, there's no ceiling on your earnings. If you bring in more business, we want you to earn more. You'll also get: • A genuine opportunity to make your mark in a growing business, • A role with real autonomy, • Sales AND lettings — so plenty of opportunity to generate income, • Strong marketing support, • The backing of an established brand, • The opportunity to build your own local network and reputation, • A role where your results are noticed and rewarded SO, ARE YOU A GO-GETTER?

Domestic Cleaner – Duties We are looking for a reliable and hardworking domestic cleaner to help maintain a private home. Duties will include: • Hoovering and vacuuming carpets and floors, • Dusting and wiping surfaces, • Mopping floors, • Cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms, • Washing and drying clothes, • Ironing clothes and folding laundry, • Changing bed linen, • General tidying and keeping the house clean and organised, • Other basic household cleaning tasks as required The ideal person should be trustworthy, reliable, hardworking and have good attention to detail. Previous domestic cleaning experience is preferred.

The bar staff is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service by preparing and serving beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, in a timely and professional manner. This role requires a keen attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and a thorough knowledge of drink recipes and mixology techniques. The ideal candidate will be able to create a welcoming atmosphere, maintain a clean and organized bar, and ensure all legal regulations related to alcohol service are followed. Key Responsibilities: 1. Drink Preparation and Service: • Mix and serve a variety of beverages, including cocktails, mocktails, wines, beers, and spirits., • Provide recommendations to customers on drink selections based on their preferences., • Ensure all drinks are prepared according to standard recipes and portion sizes. 1. Customer Service: • Greet and engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner., • Take orders accurately and ensure customers are served promptly., • Address customer inquiries and complaints efficiently, escalating issues to the Bar Manager when necessary. 1. Bar Maintenance and Cleanliness: • Keep the bar area clean and organized, including washing glassware, cleaning countertops, and maintaining equipment., • Restock bar supplies such as liquor, mixers, garnishes, and other essentials throughout the shift., • Conduct regular inventory checks and report shortages or discrepancies to the Bar Manager. 1. Cash Handling and Transactions: • Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately, ensuring all sales are recorded correctly., • Balance the cash register at the end of the shift, reporting any discrepancies. 1. Compliance and Safety: • Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety and sanitation standards., • Comply with all local laws and regulations regarding the sale of alcohol, including verifying customer age and refusing service to intoxicated patrons., • Attend regular training sessions on responsible alcohol service, first aid, and emergency procedures. 1. Team Collaboration: • Work closely with other bar staff, waitstaff, and kitchen staff to ensure efficient service., • Assist in the training of new bar staff as needed., • Participate in staff meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of bar operations. Qualifications: • Previous experience as a bartender or in a similar role is preferred., • Strong knowledge of mixology, drink recipes, and beverage trends., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of service., • Basic math skills for handling cash transactions., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand for long periods of time., • Capable of lifting heavy items, such as cases of liquor or beer kegs, as required. Additional Skills: • Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS or equivalent) is a plus., • Passion for the hospitality industry and a positive attitude.

Maintenance Operative We are looking for an experienced and reliable Maintenance Operative to join our team, carrying out reactive repairs and planned maintenance across a range of properties. Although UCCE Ltd is London-based, our current contracts and projects are located across Oxfordshire, High Wycombe, Swindon, Slough and surrounding areas, so the successful candidate must be comfortable travelling to different job locations. Key Responsibilities Carry out general building and property maintenance repairs. Complete reactive repairs and planned maintenance works to a high standard. Undertake a variety of works including basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating and general repairs. Identify faults and provide practical repair solutions. Work safely and in accordance with company health & safety procedures. Work professionally in occupied properties, including council and government accommodation. Complete job sheets, photographs and required documentation accurately. Liaise professionally with tenants, clients and site representatives. Complete works within agreed timescales and to a high standard. Travel between different sites as required. Requirements Previous experience in property maintenance, construction or general building works. Good practical and problem-solving skills. Ability to carry out a variety of maintenance tasks. Good understanding of health and safety. Reliable, punctual and able to work independently. Professional manner and good communication skills. Full UK driving licence is essential. Relevant trade qualifications or experience are advantageous. Willingness to travel to sites across Oxfordshire, High Wycombe, Swindon, Slough and surrounding areas. What We Offer Regular work on council, government and commercial properties. Long-term opportunities for the right candidate. Competitive rates of pay. Variety of maintenance and refurbishment work. Professional and supportive working environment. Company: UCCE Ltd Base: London Work Locations: Oxfordshire, High Wycombe, Swindon, Slough and surrounding areas Employment: Full-time Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

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RM Food London LTD

Front of House Team Member

The floor staff is responsible for delivering a high level of customer service to all guests, ensuring they have a memorable dining experience. This role involves greeting and seating guests, taking food and drink orders, delivering meals, and providing attentive service throughout the customer’s visit. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: 1. Customer Service: • Greet guests warmly upon arrival and assist with seating arrangements., • Present menus, explain daily specials, and answer questions about menu items, beverages, and other restaurant services., • Take accurate food and beverage orders and relay them to the kitchen and bar staff promptly. 1. Order Management: • Ensure that all orders are prepared and served according to the restaurant’s standards and within a reasonable time frame., • Serve food and beverages to guests, ensuring the correct dishes are delivered to each customer., • Check back with customers to ensure satisfaction with their meals and beverages. 1. Dining Area Maintenance: • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the dining area, including setting up and clearing tables, refilling condiments, and resetting tables after guests leave., • Monitor the dining area for spills, messes, and other potential hazards, addressing them promptly to maintain a safe environment., • Assist with the arrangement of seating and tables to accommodate reservations and walk-in guests. 1. Payment Handling: • Present the bill to customers and process payments accurately, handling cash, credit cards, and other forms of payment., • Ensure that the cash register balances at the end of each shift, reporting any discrepancies to the Floor Manager. 1. Team Collaboration: • Work closely with kitchen staff, bartenders, and other floor staff to ensure smooth operation and a seamless dining experience for guests., • Communicate any special requests, allergies, or dietary restrictions to the kitchen and bar staff., • Assist with training new floor staff as required. 1. Complaint Resolution: • Handle customer complaints and concerns professionally, seeking to resolve issues to the customer’s satisfaction., • Escalate unresolved complaints to the Floor Manager or Restaurant Manager when necessary. 1. Compliance and Safety: • Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety and sanitation standards., • Follow all restaurant policies and procedures, including those related to uniform, grooming, and punctuality., • Attend regular training sessions on service standards, food handling, and emergency procedures. Qualifications: • Previous experience in a customer service role, preferably in a restaurant or hospitality setting., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude., • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively., • Basic math skills for handling payments and making change. Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand, walk, and carry trays of food and beverages for extended periods., • Capable of lifting and carrying items up to 25 pounds., • Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Additional Skills: • Knowledge of food and beverage menus, including basic wine, beer, and cocktail knowledge, is a plus., • A passion for customer service and hospitality.

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Crystal Leisure Ltd

Field Service Engineer

Gaming Machine, Pool Table & Jukebox Service Engineer Location: Hertfordshire, North London and surrounding areas Job type: Full-time, permanent Company: Crystal Leisure Ltd Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, tools, uniform and workplace pension About the role Crystal Leisure Ltd is looking for a reliable and practical Field Service Engineer to install, maintain and repair gaming machines, pool tables, jukeboxes and associated leisure equipment across our customer locations. You will work mainly in pubs, clubs and other hospitality venues, responding to service calls and ensuring that equipment is safe, presentable and operating correctly. This is a field-based role involving regular travel throughout Hertfordshire, North London and the surrounding areas. Previous experience with gaming or leisure equipment would be an advantage, although training can be provided to a candidate with strong electrical, mechanical or technical ability. Main responsibilities • Diagnose and repair faults on digital gaming machines, fruit machines and other amusement equipment., • Service and repair pool tables, including coin mechanisms, ball releases, cushions, cloth and levelling., • Diagnose and repair digital jukeboxes, amplifiers, speakers and associated audio equipment., • Install, exchange and remove equipment at customer premises., • Configure equipment, internet connections, routers and basic network settings., • Complete preventative maintenance and equipment safety inspections., • Carry out software updates and basic equipment programming., • Maintain accurate digital job sheets, service records and parts-used information., • Manage spare parts and tools carried in the company vehicle., • Keep equipment clean, secure and professionally presented., • Communicate clearly with venue managers and staff., • Escalate recurring or complex technical faults when required., • Assist with machine collections, cash handling or meter readings where authorised and properly trained., • Follow company procedures relating to security, cash, data protection and health and safety., • Participate in an agreed out-of-hours or weekend call-out rota. Essential requirements • Good practical electrical, mechanical or technical skills., • Ability to diagnose faults logically and work independently., • Basic understanding of computers, software and networking., • Good communication and customer-service skills., • Reliable, organised and able to manage a daily workload., • Comfortable working in pubs, clubs and hospitality venues., • Physically capable of moving equipment safely with appropriate assistance and handling equipment., • Full UK driving licence., • Willingness to travel throughout the company’s service area., • Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required., • Honest and trustworthy, particularly when working around cash and valuable equipment. Desirable experience Experience in any of the following would be beneficial: • Gaming, amusement or fruit machines., • Pool tables and coin-operated equipment., • Digital jukeboxes and commercial audio systems., • Electronic or electrical fault-finding., • Computers, routers, Wi-Fi and network cabling., • AV, CCTV, alarms or other field-service equipment., • Working in pubs, clubs, arcades or the wider leisure industry., • PAT testing or relevant electrical qualifications. What we offer • Competitive salary based on experience., • Company vehicle and fuel card., • Company phone or tablet., • Tools, equipment and uniform., • Full product and systems training., • Workplace pension., • Holiday entitlement., • Overtime and call-out opportunities., • A varied, hands-on position with opportunities to develop your technical skills., • The opportunity to work with both established leisure equipment and new interactive gaming technology. Working hours The normal working pattern will be agreed with the successful applicant. Because our customers operate within the hospitality sector, some evening, weekend and bank-holiday work may be required. Participation in an on-call rota may also form part of the role. How to apply Please send your CV together with a short explanation of your relevant technical or field-service experience. Applicants from electrical, mechanical, AV, IT, vending, security or similar service backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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K Star Property Solutions

We are looking for reliable Skilled and Semi-Skilled Labourers to join our team for an immediate start on multiple residential/commercial building sites across North West London. Key Responsibilities & Skills Required: • Drylining: Plasterboarding and stud partition walls., • Basic Electricals: Running cables and first-fix wiring prep., • Site Support: General labouring and keeping sites tidy. What We Are Looking For: • Hand tools are not required (all equipment provided)., • A full UK driving licence and own car are highly advantageous (to move between sites)., • A strong, reliable work ethic and willingness to learn. [1] Benefits: • Immediate start available for the right candidates., • Long-term prospects with fully paid training courses to upgrade your trade qualifications.

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