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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 day ago
    £38000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    What we're looking for... Are you a Sous Chef who lives and breathes fresh ingredients and isn’t afraid to get stuck in when the kitchen’s buzzing? You’ll be the kind of leader who lifts the team up, keeps standards sky-high, and still finds the joy in it all when the ticket machine won’t stop. If you’ve cut your teeth in a premium branded fresh-food kitchen, whether that’s as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a restaurant or a lively gastro pub, brilliant. But if your path’s been a bit different and you’ve still got the skills, the hunger, and the spark? Hit apply and tell us what you’re all about. 💙 What's in it for you? Pay 💸 Salary package of up to £ 42,000 per year* (combined fixed annual salary and base tronc), plus additional, uncapped tronc potential, based on site performance. Overall, on track earnings £ 46,000 based on current site performance. Perks & Treats ✨ 50% off when you dine with your favourite people 🎉 Plenty of fun, feel-good team socials 🧠 Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 'Hospitality Action' - free, confidential support 24/7 including mental health sessions 💸 Early access to wages through Stream 🎁 Long service awards and celebrations 🍽️ Free, delicious Megan’s food & drinks on every shift 🛟 Plus all the usual standard stuff like pension contributions & 28 days holiday Grow With Us 🚀 Ongoing training & real progression opportunities - if you want to move into leadership, we’ll back you 🌱 Get involved in new openings as we grow 🏙️ Opportunities to move between our neighbourhood restaurants and build your career across the group 💙 About us... We’re an independently owned, dog-friendly collection of 20+ neighbourhood restaurants, serving up fresh Mediterranean-inspired food from brunch through to cocktails. With exciting growth plans, there are big opportunities to build your career with us, plus plenty of fun along the way - our team parties are the stuff of legends. We’re a diverse, inclusive bunch who make sure everyone feels genuinely welcome, and we’re proud to support local charities and be a real force for good in our communities. At Megan’s, our people are the magic. Yes, we’ve got dreamy interiors, food inspired by sunny places and fresh cocktails shaken to perfection, but the real reason our restaurants feel so special? The team. They’re what set us apart and what everyone who works here and visits us loves most. If you’re ready to be part of our amazing team and take the next step in your career, apply to be our next superstar GM and unleash your magic! Megan’s Restaurants is equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. *Package includes membership of an independently managed tronc arrangement through which service charge is allocated outside of and in addition to your basic pay from your employment

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  • Bartender / Barista
    Bartender / Barista
    2 days ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Norwood, London

    Sage and Poppy . We’re looking for a Barista / Front of House team member to join the team at Sage & Poppy. If you’re passionate about great coffee, good food and fine wine, take pride in delivering exceptional service, and know how to make every customer feel genuinely welcome, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for someone who is friendly, attentive and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for hospitality and creating a warm, welcoming experience for our guests. What you’ll be doing You’ll be part of the day-to-day rhythm of a busy café, with responsibilities including: ∙Making and serving coffee, alcoholic and other drinks ∙Welcoming and serving customers ∙Helping with food preparation and general café tasks ∙Keeping the café clean, organised and looking its best ∙Supporting young people taking part in work placements ∙Working closely with the team to help keep the café running smoothly. We’re looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, hardworking and enjoys working with people. As our evening service develops, there may be opportunities for your role and working hours to grow and change with the café. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who is passionate about coffee, wine and great hospitality, with a warm and confident approach to customers. You’ll ideally be someone who: ∙Is confident and professional when dealing with customers and resolving any issues ∙Enjoys getting to know our regulars, having a chat and creating a welcoming atmosphere ∙Is self-motivated, organised and has a strong eye for detail ∙Has a positive, can-do attitude and takes pride in their work ∙Is reliable, punctual and supportive of the wider team ∙Can work well as part of a team while also being confident working independently ∙Has at least 1 year of specialty coffee experience ∙Has confident espresso skills and can consistently texture milk well ∙Has basic latte art skills — appreciated, but definitely not a deal-breaker ∙Is comfortable with dialling in, grinder care and daily machine cleaning ∙Is happy to work across all areas of the café, including coffee, till, prep, cleaning and stock ∙Brings a warm, reliable and team-first attitude ∙Enjoys working with regular customers, a good pace and a little personality on shift Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality and wants to be part of a friendly, welcoming team. What We’re About Sage & Poppy is a growing specialty coffee shop with high standards, lovely regulars and a team that takes pride in doing things properly. We care deeply about quality, but we’re not overly formal about it. For us, it’s about great coffee, genuine service, clean systems and a team that looks after each other. But Sage & Poppy is about more than coffee. Every cup you serve helps create opportunities and change lives. We exist to support the training and employment of unemployed young people and adults, helping them build real-world skills, confidence and a pathway towards a brighter future through Orange Bow CIC. All proceeds from the coffee shop are reinvested directly into community programmes that uplift and empower people. We believe in creating opportunities, not just profits. So when you work with us, you’re not simply serving great coffee — you’re helping fuel positive change in our community, one cup at a time. It’s a great opportunity to join a purpose-driven business that’s growing, making a difference and truly going places.

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  • Professional Airbnb Cleaner
    Professional Airbnb Cleaner
    15 days ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    New Malden

    Divine Touch Sparkles is expanding and seeking skilled, self-employed subcontractors to join our cleaning team. You will perform high-quality cleaning services for residential and light commercial spaces. We offer clear briefs, simple checklists, and prompt support, allowing you to focus on delivering excellent results while we manage scheduling and client communication. Key Responsibilities: • Perform end-of-tenancy cleans, deep cleans, regular home cleaning, Airbnb and short-let changeovers, office, light commercial, and post-construction cleans., • Adhere to written scopes and timing for each booking., • Capture and maintain concise photo records before and after, as required., • Communicate arrival and completion times efficiently., • Uphold a professional demeanor in client spaces, representing the brand with care. Requirements and Skills: • Must have self-employed status with the legal right to work in the United Kingdom., • Prior experience in domestic or tenancy cleaning is preferred., • Possess a current DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one., • Demonstrate attention to detail, reliability, and good communication skills., • Own a smartphone for managing schedules and taking photos., • Having your own transport and a basic cleaning kit is advantageous., • A UTR number and public liability insurance are helpful; guidance is available for setup if needed., • Driving License is essential. What you bring to Divine Touch Sparkles: • Your expertise helps us deliver consistent, high-quality results to clients throughout the region., • You enhance our capacity, improve response times, and maintain the high standards that strengthen our brand., • Great cleaners lead to happy clients and repeat business, creating a win-win for everyone. This is a part-time, field-based role offering flexible hours and competitive hourly and per-job pay. The application deadline is 6/08/2026

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  • Hair Stylist
    Hair Stylist
    28 days ago
    £15–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    Brixton Hill, London

    We are looking for an experienced Hair Stylist with a minimum of three years’ professional salon experience who is confident working independently while also supporting the salon owner during busy periods. The successful candidate will be passionate about hair, thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering an exceptional experience for every client. Key Responsibilities You will be expected to: • Deliver exceptional customer service from consultation through to the finished result., • Welcome clients professionally and create a warm, friendly environment., • Carry out thorough client consultations., • Perform professional haircuts., • Wash, blow dry and finish hair to a high standard., • Style straight, wavy, curly and textured hair confidently., • Perform silk presses., • Carry out keratin treatments., • Apply root colours, full-head colours and toners., • Confidently perform simple colour services independently., • Assist the salon owner with advanced colour applications when required., • Prepare colour bowls and foils., • Shampoo clients and assist with treatments., • Maintain a clean, organised and professional workstation throughout the day., • Support the smooth day-to-day running of the salon., • Recommend professional home-care products where appropriate., • Uphold the premium standards and reputation of Mullax Hair. Essential Skills & Experience Applicants must have: • Minimum 3 years’ salon experience, • NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing (minimum), • Experience working with Afro, curly, European and Asian hair textures, • Confidence in cutting, styling and finishing hair, • Experience with root colours, toners and basic colour application, • Excellent customer service skills, • Fluent spoken English, • Right to work in the UK, • Two professional references covering at least the previous three years Desirable Skills The following are advantageous but not essential: • Hair extensions, • Braiding, • General salon management experience, • Additional languages The Person We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who is: • Warm and welcoming, • Honest and trustworthy, • Passionate about hair, • Calm under pressure, • Reliable and punctual, • Professional in both appearance and attitude, • Highly organised, • A team player, • A fast learner, • Proactive and able to take initiative without waiting to be asked, • Committed to maintaining exceptional salon standards, • Dedicated to creating outstanding experiences for every client At Mullax Hair, we believe technical skills can continue to grow, but attitude, professionalism and integrity are non-negotiable. Training & Career Development Successful candidates will receive ongoing training from the salon owner, who has over 20 years of professional industry experience. As your skills, confidence and responsibilities develop, there will be opportunities for increased earnings, greater responsibility and career progression within the business.

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  • Trainee Pastry Chef - Production Kitchen - Mayford, Monday to Friday
    Trainee Pastry Chef - Production Kitchen - Mayford, Monday to Friday
    29 days ago
    £25000–£26000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

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

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 month ago
    £16–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    Balham, Wandsworth

    Sous Chef – Pinky Steakhouse | Balham, London Ready to lead one of South London’s most exciting new restaurants? Pinky is a modern neighbourhood steakhouse with a passion for exceptional ingredients, honest cooking, and serious attention to detail. We’re building a small, talented team that takes pride in quality over quantity, and we’re looking for an ambitious Sous Chef who wants to grow with us. This is more than just another Sous Chef position. We’re looking for someone who wants a long-term home, with a genuine opportunity to progress into a Head Chef role as the business expands. What you’ll be doing You’ll work closely with the leadership team to deliver consistently outstanding food while helping shape the future of the kitchen. Our menu is intentionally focused: • Premium steaks cooked over charcoal, • High-quality appetisers and sides, • Seasonal creative specials, • Simple food executed to an exceptional standard What we’re looking for We’re seeking a chef who has: • Strong experience cooking over charcoal grills, • Excellent knowledge of classic European cookery, • A solid grounding in all fundamental kitchen techniques, • Confidence producing quality stocks, sauces and reductions from scratch, • Experience with steak cookery and precise temperature control, • High standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety, • The ability to lead by example in a small, hands-on kitchen, • A calm, professional attitude under pressure, • Passion for quality and continuous improvement Why join Pinky? • Genuine opportunity to become Head Chef, • Work with a small, passionate and ambitious team, • Be part of a growing hospitality company with exciting future projects, • Creative input into seasonal specials and menu development, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Staff meals, discounts and opportunities for career progression If you’re the sort of chef who believes that the basics matter, loves cooking over fire, takes pride in every plate, and wants to help build something special from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and tell us why you’d be a great fit for Pinky. If you’re targeting stronger chefs, I’d also increase the advertised salary slightly above the local market—it often improves the quality of applicants significantly.

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