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  • Telesales executive
    Telesales executive
    23 days ago
    Part-time
    Enfield

    About UsEstablished since 1987, we are a leading Business Service Provider of IT, Comms, Mobiles & Security products and services, delivering to a wide and diverse range of businesses in the UK.With a close team of 30 colleagues, we built our business culture and reliability on strong ethics, teamwork and excellent customer service. Many of our team members have been with us for many years and we’re proud of the loyal, supportive, welcoming environment we have.The RoleWe’re looking for an experienced and dynamic Telesales Executive to join our sales team and generate new business leads by utilising Zoho CRM software.Maintain detailed records of all interactions to convert interest into sales.This is a full-time, office-based role, ideal for someone who is confident on the phone, target driven and motivated by results.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers and prospects.Make proactive, high-volume outbound calls to drive new sales growth by closing sales meetings for the team.Deliver excellent customer service, offering expert product advice and support.Work closely with the wider sales team to hit and exceed targets.About YouA confident communicator with a professional telephone manner.Comfortable making outbound calls to build a strong prospect pipeline.Able to maintain long-term business relationships.Motivated, determined and target driven.Strong administration & organisational skills.Previous telesales experience in IT, Comms or Mobiles would be a strong advantage, but not essential as training will be given to the right candidate.What We OfferMonday to Friday working hours - no weekend or evening work23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays1 day paid leave for your birthdayCompany pensionA great supportive working environmentOpportunities to progress in the Sales arenaDevelopment & GrowthGreat Enfield Town & public transport locationIf you’re ready to reboot you career in telesales, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now to join our team

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  • Senior Sous Chef
    Senior Sous Chef
    26 days ago
    £48000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Gina, Chingford Gina is looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. We are an independent neighbourhood restaurant in Chingford, founded by husband-and-wife chefs Ravneet Gill and Mattie Taiano. We cook generous, seasonal food using excellent produce and care deeply about consistency, hospitality and creating a positive place to work. This is a key leadership role within the kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help lead the team through preparation and service, maintain standards across every section and support the development of the chefs around you. You will be confident running the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence and able to create a calm, organised and professional working environment, even during busy services. The Role You will: Lead the kitchen team during preparation and service. Run the kitchen confidently in the Head Chef’s absence. Support and manage the pass, ensuring dishes leave the kitchen accurately and consistently. Maintain high standards of food quality, seasoning, presentation and portion control. Train, coach and support Junior Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs. Help create a positive, respectful and ambitious kitchen culture. Support ordering, stock control, deliveries and supplier management. Minimise waste and contribute towards food cost and GP targets. Assist with rotas, staffing and the efficient management of labour. Maintain excellent standards of hygiene, organisation and food safety. Support menu development, dish testing and the implementation of new dishes. About You You will have previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef, or be an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step. You should be: Calm, organised and confident under pressure. A clear and respectful communicator. Passionate about food, hospitality and developing others. Comfortable taking responsibility and holding standards. Positive, practical and solutions-focused. Experienced in a busy, quality-led kitchen. Knowledgeable about food safety and HACCP. We are looking for someone who takes genuine ownership of their role, leads by example and wants to play an important part in the continued growth of an independent restaurant. In return, you will have the opportunity to work closely with an experienced chef-led team, take on meaningful responsibility and help shape the culture and day-to-day running of Gina’s kitchen.

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  • Dog Grooming Assistant
    Dog Grooming Assistant
    27 days ago
    £11–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    Hoddesdon

    Part time dog groomer wanted. 1-2 day a week with the possibility of it leading to more. Why join us? Grooming Marvellous has grown through the years, however it is still very much a family business at heart. We quickly identify individuals who are keen to progress and will provide them with the necessary training and experience to do so. We are a busy but friendly and relaxed salon and we are looking for experienced, customer focused, friendly stylists who have a genuine enthusiasm for dogs to join our salon. We are currently recruiting for an assistant stylist within our salon based in HODDESDON Responsibilities of a Stylist: • MUST be reliable., • Able to groom and style breeds of dogs to a high standard., • Overseeing the running of the salon., • Demonstrating a hands-on approach and willingness to train to our high standards., • Supporting your head stylist in preparing the dogs ready for their groom., • To show helpfulness toward for the sales performance of the salon, identifying any improvements needed., • Booking and managing appointments, this includes answering phones and talking to customers face to face., • Delivering high standards of customer service and being confident in talking with customers., • Going ‘the extra mile’ for every customer., • Ensuring a clean and professional presentation to our high level of housekeeping and maintenance of equipment. Requirements of a Stylist: • A genuine interest and love of dogs, • A valid qualification and preferably a minimum of 2 years experience in dog grooming professionally, • A confident and positive approach to handling dogs., • Willing to build strong relationships with our customers and their pets., • Excellent communication skills., • A thirst for continued training and team development., • The drive and determination to work equally well as part of a busy team and under own initiative., • Willingness to pass grooming knowledge to trainee stylists and students (grooming Marvellous is also home to GM Academy a training school and will occasionlly have students in being taught by the head stylist). Benefits of becoming a Stylist with Grooming Marvellous: • Additional training and development if needed for grooming styles., • Flexibility on uniform provided its professional wear, • High quality equipment provided, but also the option to use your own tools, • Additional days and overtime if wanted., • flexibility on choice of work day, • Staff discount, • Bathing assistants will bath and dry your dogs (however on busy days we all muck in together and work as a team), • Closed between Christmas and New year for a well deserved (and paid) break Please note, this role will involve heavy lifting.

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  • Receptionist / Administrator
    Receptionist / Administrator
    27 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    Epping

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the front desk, providing administrative support, and ensuring efficient office operations. There is more to our receptionist roles than answering the phone and making appointments. In this essential front-line role at the practice, receptionists help patients to access the right services, ensure that appointment bookings are well- managed, provide a safe and high- quality service and assist with keeping health records accurate and up-to-date.The main responsibilities of the roles include: • Greeting and directing all patients., • Making appointments and giving out appointment cards, where required., • Accepting, issuing and handing out prescriptions, letters, completed forms, specimen bottles, etc., • Dealing with requests for information, and managing problems and complaints., • Advising patients of practice procedures., • Supporting our 'on duty team'., • Answering the telephone, promptly. Further training will be available to further your skills to support your professional development.About the CandidateWe are looking for a receptionist to join our busy practice team and help make a positive impact on our local community. We would welcome applications from organised, adaptable, and friendly individuals, who are keen to help us provide high levels of customer service and have the following attributes: • Excellent communication skills, with a clear and polite telephone manner., • Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients at all times., • Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations., • Confidence to work as part of a team and ability to "think on your feet"., • Strong IT and administration skills., • Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable. Some flexibility is required, as you will sometimes need to work additional or alternative hours to cover for colleagues. Job Type: 20+ hours Work Location: In person

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  • Workshop Manager
    Workshop Manager
    1 month ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chigwell

    Role Overview The Workshop Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of workshop operations, from customer bookings and vehicle workflow management through to technician supervision, quality control, invoicing and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the workshop operates smoothly, jobs are completed efficiently, customers receive excellent service, and the business continues to grow. This role requires a strong understanding of vehicle servicing and repairs, excellent organisational skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. Workshop Operations & Management • Oversee daily operation of MOT, servicing and repairs., • Manage workshop workflow to ensure vehicles are booked in, progressed and completed efficiently., • Allocate jobs to technicians based on workload and deadlines., • Monitor productivity, labour efficiency and turnaround times., • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices., • Carry out final quality checks where required before vehicles are returned to customers., • Identify opportunities to improve workshop processes and customer experience. Customer Service & Relationship Management • Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout the repair and servicing process., • Provide professional advice regarding vehicle maintenance, repairs and recommendations., • Communicate clearly with customers regarding diagnosis, costs, progress updates and completion times., • Handle customer queries, concerns and complaints professionally and promptly., • Build strong relationships with repeat customers and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction., • Ensure customers receive transparent explanations of work required and completed. Booking, Scheduling & Workflow Control • Manage all workshop bookings, MOT appointments, servicing schedules and repair jobs., • Plan daily and weekly workshop capacity., • Prioritise urgent repairs while maintaining efficient workflow., • Coordinate MOT slots, diagnostics, servicing and repair requirements., • Ensure customers are kept informed of appointment changes or delays. Estimates, Invoicing & Commercial Management • Prepare estimates and quotations for repairs and maintenance work., • Gain customer authorisation before additional work is carried out., • Manage job cards, invoices and payment processes., • Ensure accurate recording of parts, labour and additional charges., • Monitor workshop profitability and identify opportunities to improve revenue., • Work with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and availability of parts., • Monitor outstanding payments and support effective financial control. Health & Safety, Compliance & Standards • Ensure the workshop operates safely and complies with all relevant health and safety regulations., • Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment., • Maintain compliance with MOT standards and industry regulations., • Ensure tools, equipment and machinery are maintained and fit for purpose. Stock, Equipment & Supplier Management • Monitor workshop stock levels, consumables and commonly used parts., • Order parts and manage relationships with suppliers., • Ensure efficient use and maintenance of workshop equipment., • Manage external suppliers, recovery companies and specialist repair partners when required. Skills & Experience Required • Previous experience managing an automotive workshop., • Strong knowledge of vehicle servicing, repairs and diagnostics., • Experience working with technicians and managing workshop workflow., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • Ability to manage multiple jobs and priorities in a busy environment., • Commercial understanding of workshop operations, labour sales and profitability., • Strong organisational and administrative skills., • Ability to use workshop management systems, booking software and invoicing systems., • Previous experience within an MOT testing environment., • MOT Tester qualification is preferred., • Experience with diagnostic equipment and modern vehicle technologies.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    1 month ago
    £13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Loughton

    As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running a specific section of the kitchen efficiently and consistently. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes to our exact standards, while supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in maintaining kitchen operations, hygiene, and safety. Key Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, and present all menu items for your section following recipes and portion control, • Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation are consistent and meet our standards, • Manage stock levels, rotate stock, and report shortages or waste to the Sous Chef, • Maintain strict hygiene and cleanliness of your section, equipment, and work areas, • Comply with all health & safety, food safety, and HACCP regulations, • Assist with menu development and testing new dishes when required, • Train and supervise junior kitchen staff/commis chefs as needed, • Work collaboratively with the whole kitchen team during service and prep Requirements • Previous experience as Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen, • Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment, • Understanding of food safety standards (Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred), • Ability to work well under pressure during busy service periods, • Strong time management, organisation, and communication skills, • Flexible attitude to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

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  • Administrator
    Administrator
    2 months ago
    £12.71–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    Enfield

    We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations within a busy window manufacturing and installation business. Previous experience within a window, glazing, or manufacturing environment is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities • Manage general office administration and ensure smooth day-to-day operations, • Handle incoming calls, emails, and customer enquiries in a professional manner, • Coordinate job bookings, installations, and service appointments, • Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams (factory, installers, and management), • Prepare and process quotations, invoices, and purchase orders, • Maintain accurate records, job files, and documentation, • Support project coordination and track progress of ongoing works, • Assist with scheduling engineers and installation teams, • Ensure compliance with company procedures and industry standards Requirements • Previous experience in an administrative role (essential), • Experience within a window manufacturing, glazing, or construction-related company (preferred), • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks, • High attention to detail and accuracy, • Professional and dependable approach

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  • Barista
    Barista
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    London

    Barista We are seeking a friendly, reliable, and customer-focused Barista to join our team. The successful candidate will prepare and serve high-quality coffee, beverages, and light food items while delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced café environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve coffee, espresso-based drinks, teas, and other beverages to company standards. Greet customers warmly, take orders accurately, and process payments. Maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming café environment. Operate coffee machines, grinders, and other café equipment safely and efficiently. Restock ingredients, supplies, and display items as required. Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times. Assist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning and cash handling. Resolve customer queries and complaints professionally. Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth daily operations. Skills & Experience Essential Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. Positive attitude, reliability, and strong teamwork skills. Good attention to detail and cleanliness standards. Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required. Desirable Must have vast barista experience Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and espresso machines. Food hygiene certification. Personal Attributes Friendly and approachable. Passionate about coffee and customer experience. Well-presented and professional. Able to multitask and remain calm under pressure. What We Offer Competitive pay. Training and development opportunities. Staff discounts. Supportive team environment. Opportunities for career progression. Working Hours Part-time or full-time positions available. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, may be required.

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