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We’re looking for a motivated young person who’s passionate about food and wants to build a career as a chef. No experience necessary – just the right attitude and willingness to learn. What we offer: Hands-on training in a busy café/restaurant kitchen Opportunity to learn cooking techniques, food prep, and plating Supportive team and friendly working environment Flexible hours with potential for growth into a chef role What we’re looking for: Enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking Keen interest in food and cooking Good team player with a positive attitude Punctual and willing to learn every day 📍 Based in Muswell Hill, London (N10) This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to start their journey in the kitchen and gain real skills on the job.

We’re a small Italian café and restaurant looking for a talented, adaptable individual to join our team as a Barista & Kitchen Assistant/Chef. This versatile role requires someone who can seamlessly switch between preparing high-quality coffee and assisting in the kitchen, depending on the day’s demands. About the Role: - Hours: Monday to Friday, with an early start and early finish (no late nights!). Responsibilities: - Prepare and serve coffee, teas, and other beverages to a high standard. - Assist in the kitchen with food preparation and cooking as needed. - Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the café and kitchen areas. - Adapt to the needs of the day, whether on the coffee machine or helping with kitchen tasks. What We’re Looking For: - Experience as a barista, kitchen assistant, or chef is essential—training will also be provided • • A love for Italian cuisine and a passion for delivering excellent service., • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to different tasks and responsibilities., • A reliable, team-oriented individual who thrives in a small, dynamic environment. Why Join Us? - Be part of a friendly, close-knit team. - Enjoy a stable weekday schedule with no weekend shifts. - Opportunity to grow and develop your skills in a supportive environment. If you’re excited about this opportunity and think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you! 📩 Apply now with your CV and a brief message about why you’d like to join our team.

We are a small, friendly restaurant looking for a reliable waiter/waitress who can handle the floor and help with a little bit of everything. Because we’re not too busy, our staff work together as a team and share different tasks. Key Responsibilities Greet and serve guests with a warm and professional attitude Handle floor service (taking orders, running food & drinks, clearing tables) Prepare coffees to a good standard (basic barista skills) Assist with simple bar duties (pouring drinks, basic cocktails, restocking) Keep the restaurant clean, tidy, and well-presented at all times Support other team members where needed What We’re Looking For Previous experience in a restaurant, café, or bar preferred (but not essential if you’re a quick learner) Friendly, team-oriented attitude Ability to multitask and help across different areas Attention to detail and pride in keeping things tidy Good communication skills with both customers and colleagues Details Position: Waiter / Waitress / bartender (Full-time or Part-time) Location: Finsbury Park, Stroud Green Road Start Date: ASAP

We are a well-established business within Camden Market stocking over 120 different teas and infusions. We are looking for fun and engaging members to join our team. We have a large selection of products and it is important that team members are knowledgeable about the products and are able to engage in a friendly and informative way with the customer. Our main goal is to encourage customers to purchase tea and accessories from either our shop or online. We do this by creating a friendly and interesting atmosphere. You are there to educate the customer by listening to their requirements explaining what is on offer and then seeing if you can fulfil their requests. We are very highly rated across all platforms and it is very important for us to keep and grow this reputation of friendliness, politeness and being engaging. On Google we are rated with a perfect 5*s, Camden Tea Bar is also listed in Tripadvisors TOP 10% of cafes in the world and we want to keep it that way! What is expected? At least 2 years of retail or hospitality focused work Have a good grasp of our range of over 100 teas. Make teas, coffees and other drinks for customers. Treat the customer as you would like to be treated. Provide the customer with knowledge and advice about the teas. Attitude should be approachable and friendly. Punctual, Polite, Presentable Actively engaging customers, every customer should be greeted as you would like to be greeted when entering a shop. Make sure shop is clean, shelves dusted, floor swept, wood polished etc. Record all sales, monetary value and stock sold. The shop and all equipment should be left at the end of the day as you would like to arrive to it in the morning.

Are you passionate about coffee and customer service? Join our new café and help us create a welcoming space for coffee lovers in the heart of the community. We are looking for Baristas and Waitstaff (Waiter/Waitress) who bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a warm smile to every customer interaction. About Us: We’re a start-up café with big ambitions! Our goal is to offer not just great coffee and food but also an exceptional customer experience. Join our close-knit team and grow with us as we embark on this exciting journey. Your Role: As a Barista, you’ll craft delicious coffee and beverages, sharing your love for quality brews with our customers. As a Waiter/Waitress, you’ll provide warm, attentive table service, ensuring every guest feels valued and welcomed. Collaborate with team members to deliver a seamless, top-tier experience. Assist with food preparation as needed, adhering to food safety guidelines. Maintain cleanliness and follow food safety standards in all areas. What We’re Looking For: Prior experience in a café or restaurant would be required. Skills in Barista coffee making. A genuine passion for coffee, food, and customer service. Strong understanding of food safety practices. Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A friendly, professional attitude with attention to detail. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. Why Join Us? Free or discounted food. Flexible schedules: Part-time, or zero-hours contracts available. A supportive work environment with opportunities to grow alongside a start-up brand. Opportunities to experiment and contribute to our menu and café culture.

Part-Time Chef – Toast Stores 📍 SW17 We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic Part-Time Chef to join the team at Toast Stores, our busy café in the park. You’ll be working alongside our Head Chef to deliver our existing menu to a high standard, keeping quality and consistency at the heart of everything you do. The role: Support the Head Chef in preparing and serving our menu Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene Assist with stock rotation and kitchen organisation Work collaboratively as part of a small, friendly team Hours required: Tuesdays & Wednesdays Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) What we’re looking for: Previous experience in a café or kitchen environment A passion for good food and fresh ingredients Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting Reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude Perks of the role: Join a supportive and welcoming team Work in a beautiful park location Staff discounts and meals on shift If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, please send your CV and a short cover note

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE KITCHEN ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE! We are looking for an experienced part time kitchen assistant for our dark kitchen / hub kitchen in the heart of Islington / King’s Cross. This role is working 3 days a week which are mainly Thursday to Sunday every week. Responsibilities are: • Assisting the kitchen manager with basic kitchen tasks, • Packaging food up and handing over to riders, • Helping with loading and unloading our food truck before and after events, • Keeping the kitchen clean and closing down kitchen duties Perks of the job: • Free food and drinks, • Free Staff Training such as food hygiene certification, • Staff meals out, • Free Spotify Premium, • Overtime working on the food truck at events or at our sister brand cafe, Dan and Decarlo, • Loads of potential to grow within a fast growing food company with multiple brands, • Discounts at plenty of online companies and ours sister company Shift times will vary but will be between 4.30pm - 11.30pm Thursday to Sunday working mainly 3 days at the start. We look forward to your application, Love BB!

✨☕WE ARE HIRING!🍴✨ 📍INTERVALLO - 205 Deptford High Street, SE8 3NT Intervallo is where espresso meets aperitivo... an independent café and bar in the heart of Deptford. By day, we serve specialty coffee, focacce, panini and sharing platters. In the evening it’s all about spritzes, wine, beers and classic Italian bites. We’re a small, fast-moving team with big energy and we’re looking for an experienced team member who’s confident preparing food and equally happy jumping into all parts of café life. What You’ll Be Doing • Preparing focacce, panini, sharing platters and light starters, • Making espresso-based and other café drinks, • Serving customers warmly and confidently, • Supporting day-to-day café operations What We’re Looking For • Experience in a small kitchen or café environment (food prep is key), • Confidence working with fresh ingredients and plating food beautifully, • A positive, hands-on attitude, happy to jump between food prep and café floor Send us your CV or just pop by and say hi!👋

Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Barista to join our team. As a Barista, you will be responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere for our customers while preparing high-quality beverages and food items. Your role will involve not only crafting delicious drinks but also ensuring that our café runs smoothly and efficiently. Duties Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, tea, and specialty drinks. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the café area, including equipment and utensils. Assist with food preparation, ensuring adherence to food safety standards. Engage with customers in a friendly manner, taking orders and providing recommendations. Handle cash transactions accurately and efficiently. Monitor inventory levels of supplies and communicate needs to management. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the café environment. Skills Strong time management skills to handle busy periods effectively. Basic maths skills for processing transactions and managing cash flow. Knowledge of food preparation techniques and food safety practices is essential. Excellent communication skills to interact positively with customers and team members. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. If you are enthusiastic about coffee culture and enjoy providing excellent customer service, we would love to hear from you! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: Discounted or free food Work Location: In person Reference ID: Merro cafe

We are looking for a friendly and energetic Waitress & Barista to join our team at the Haberdashery. The ideal candidate should have experience in customer service, be able to prepare various coffee beverages, and ensure a great experience for our customers. Responsibilities: • Greet and serve customers with a welcoming attitude., • Take orders and deliver food and beverages efficiently., • Prepare coffee and other drinks, ensuring quality and presentation., • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the cafe., • Handle payments and operate the cash register., • Assist with restocking supplies and ingredients., • Follow health and safety regulations. Requirements: -LATTE ART essential • Previous experience as a waitress or barista is preferred., • Ability to make different types of coffee (espresso, cappuccino, latte, etc.)., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Positive attitude and teamwork skills., • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

We are looking for an experienced Baker to join our team. Pay starts from 13-15 per hour and will be more depending on experience and attitude. We are a family run business that operate a few popular local outlets, in Kennington and we will soon be opening a bakery/Pizzeria in Camberwell! We create Organic Sourdough bread, buns and pizza, we also make fresh cakes and other sweets and savoury bites. We are looking to grow and expand and want the right people around us to assist in this journey. We require the following: • Experience in making various cake mixtures and doughs . -worked with and understand sourdough / Lievto madre -experience in baking buns, cakes, pastries and other sweet and savoury options.

Job Offer: Barista / FOH England’s Lane Café/Restaurant About Us England’s Lane café/restaurant opened in 2018, serving the best Antipodean- and Persian-inspired, vegan-friendly food. Our vision is to grow and build the England’s Lane brand across London, creating special places where our customers enjoy the best coffee and food. Ultimately, we want to provide a welcoming space where people can relax, connect with family and friends, and feel inspired. To bring this vision to life, every team member plays a vital role in creating exceptional and unique customer experiences. Job Description Primary Responsibilities • Prepare customer drink orders to the highest standard., • Operate coffee and espresso machines (La Marzocco) and any other coffee equipment., • Take customer orders and communicate effectively with the team to ensure smooth preparation., • Maintain a spotless and presentable coffee machine area at all times, including opening, closing, and during shifts., • Proactively manage orders and customer requests via phone, Click & Collect, and Deliveroo., • Confidently demonstrate knowledge of the menu, food, and drink options to customers., • Pay close attention to presentation and service standards., • Engage proactively with customers upon arrival and departure., • Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of all areas, including seating, tables, counters, and product displays., • Ensure all product displays are kept to the highest standard., • Support the team with other tasks to ensure smooth operations., • Attend all team and company meetings and training events., • Follow all company policies and operational procedures., • Assist on the floor when needed. Requirements • At least 3 years of hospitality experience in a café or restaurant setting., • Skilled barista with at least 2 years of experience producing high-quality beverages and impeccable latte art., • Strong knowledge of coffee extraction and dialling in., • Excellent customer service skills., • Experience using till and payment systems., • Experience working in a fast-paced café/restaurant environment. Trial Period & Contract • The role includes a 3-week paid trial shift and training period., • After successfully completing the trial, and demonstrating punctuality and reliability, a contract will be offered. If you are passionate about coffee, customer service, and being part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who can help the chef and also doing the kitchen porter duty. Preparing the plate and preparation in the morning. We are open at 7am and we do serve breakfast & brunch and lunch. Preferred languages English and Turkish