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Hey there, I am opening a new café in Romford collier Row. I am interested in hiring a chef, not just one who cooks with ingedients but also with love. If you think you are up for the role. Please apply.

We are looking for an experienced barista to join our café team. Responsibilities include: • Preparing coffees and other beverages, • Operating the cash register, • Keeping the café clean and organised, • Preparing stock lists and monitoring inventory, • Answering customer phone calls and messages, • Providing excellent customer service Applicants must speak English and Portuguese, preferably Brazilian Portuguese, and have the legal right to work in the UK.

Head Waiter / Service Trainer This very popular and iconic luxury café and all-day dining restaurant concept has been taking the market by storm since the early 90s. Located only in prime real estate locations across Westminster, we are now seeking a passionate, experienced, and service-driven Head Waiter to join our successful team and support the training and development of our front-of-house staff. The ideal candidate will have strong restaurant floor experience, excellent leadership skills, and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest service. As Head Waiter, you will lead by example, support the management team, and train waiters to deliver excellence in service, guest care, product knowledge, and restaurant standards. Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and support the waiting team during service, • Train new and existing staff in excellent table service and guest care, • Ensure all guests receive a warm welcome and professional service, • Maintain high standards of presentation, communication, and hospitality, • Supervise the restaurant floor and ensure smooth daily operations, • Support staff with order taking, food and drink service, and guest requests, • Coach team members on upselling, menu knowledge, allergens, and service steps, • Monitor service quality and provide feedback to improve performance, • Handle guest queries and complaints professionally and efficiently, • Ensure the restaurant is clean, organised, and ready for service at all times, • Work closely with managers, bartenders, kitchen staff, and other departments, • Support opening and closing procedures when required, • Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company standards Requirements • Proven experience as a Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, Supervisor, or similar role, • Strong knowledge of high-quality restaurant service, • Experience training or coaching front-of-house staff, • Positive attitude and excellent communication skills, • Ability to lead by example and remain calm under pressure, • Strong attention to detail and guest-focused approach, • Ability to keep the restaurant organised, clean, and under control, • Professional appearance and confident customer service skills, • Flexibility to work full-time, including weekends and busy periods, • Right to work in the United Kingdom is required Benefits • 50% staff discount in all our venues, even on your days off, for you and up to 3 family members, • 4 weeks paid annual holiday, • Learning and development opportunities, • Free meal during working hours, • Competitive pay depending on experience, • Tips, service charge, staff food, and other incentives included, • Around 45 hours per week, • No split shifts Pay Competitive salary depending on experience, from £13.46 to £15.00 per hour, including service charge, plus tips, staff food, and other incentives. Job Type: Full-time Application Questions • Do you have experience in a similar Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, or Supervisor position?, • Do you have experience training or supporting front-of-house staff?, • Can you work full-time? Work Authorisation United Kingdom work authorisation is required. Work Location In person

Hi All, We need a driver / someone to also help out in the store shelving products checking deliveries. Ideally someone thats worked in warehouses or supermarket that can settle in quickly .

Little Hudson cafe is looking for a kitchen porter to join our fun and friendly team! We are based in a residential area so have a lot of local and regular customers, so we promote a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere in the café. We are looking for someone who is hard-working, is able to work under pressure and is able to get along with others. We also have a flat hierarchy, so we encourage and support your ideas and suggestions. In return, we offer: A competitive hourly rate plus service chargeSociable hours (shifts end by 4.30pm every day) Free food and speciality coffee on shift50% discount on your days off If interested, apply and we will get back to schedule a trial shift!

Fillers cafe is a friendly and welcoming workplace 🤍 Staff members are responsible for providing excellent costumer service , preparing hot and cold drinks , preparing food, and cleaning

About Us Welcome to Mirella, a vibrant café ristorante in the heart of Leytonstone, inspired by the warmth of Italian hospitality. We are passionate about fresh food, authentic flavours, and creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests can relax, enjoy, and come back for more. From pizza to classic Italian dishes, everything we do is built around quality, consistency, and genuine service. The Role We are looking for a Supervisor to join our team. This is a hands-on, floor-focused role where you will lead by example, support the team during service, and help deliver a high-quality guest experience. You will also be trusted to run independent (solo) shifts, taking responsibility for the daily operations when required. Key Responsibilities • Lead the team on the floor, ensuring smooth and efficient service, • Support front-of-house operations and step in during busy periods, • Run solo shifts confidently, • Train and support team members to maintain high service standards, • Handle guest feedback and resolve issues professionally, • Drive sales through upselling and team engagement, • Assist with stock control, ordering, and inventory management, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards About You • Experience as a Supervisor or Junior Manager in a restaurant, • Confident running shifts independently, • Strong leadership with a hands-on approach, • Passion for Italian food and hospitality, • Organised, proactive, and calm under pressure, • Excellent communication and team management skills, • Flexible to work evenings and weekends What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate, • Employee discount, • Company pension, • Opportunity to grow within a supportive and developing team, • A friendly, energetic, and fast-paced working environmen Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount Experience: • Restaurants: 3 years (required) Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

The Hub cafe is located in Victoria park. We are after a skilled, reliable, breakfast chef for our busy cafe. Day time only, Saturday and Sunday required. We serve fresh and high quality breakfast and lunch dishes. Consistency and portion control matter as much as taste.

We are looking to hire an experienced supermarket cashier . Someone with initiative and a reliable/responsible character.

Position: Social Supermarket Rep Department: The Shop - Kingsley Hall's Social Supermarket Location: Kingsley Hall Church & Community Centre Reports To: Community Engagement Lead Hours: Part-Time (Minimum 20 hours per week) Salary: National Minimum Wage + Performance Incentives Are you friendly, energetic, and passionate about helping your local community? Kingsley Hall is seeking a Market Trader / Social Supermarket Representative to help run and promote The Shop, our community-focused Social Supermarket. This customer-facing role involves serving members, using Kingsley Hall’s courtyard to promote affordable food and household essentials, maintaining attractive product displays, handling transactions, and encouraging new memberships. You'll be at the heart of our community, building relationships with residents and ensuring every visitor receives a warm and welcoming experience. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, enjoy meeting new people, and be confident working in a fast-paced environment. Using creative ideas and solutions to create street theatre, an exciting and enticing market stall experience for customers. Experience in retail, market trading, sales, customer service, or community engagement is a must and a full UK driving licence is essential. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys helping others while contributing to a growing social enterprise that makes a real difference to local families.

Prepare and serve tea and coffee beverages and assist with the sale and presentation of ready-to-sell bakery products. Maintain a clean, welcoming café environment and provide friendly service to customers.

Kyla’s Café is looking for an experienced barista to join our friendly team in Crossharbour, East London. Previous hands-on barista experience is essential. You must be confident using a commercial espresso machine, dialling in coffee, steaming milk and consistently preparing quality drinks during busy periods. What we’re looking for: • Proven experience working as a barista in a café., • Strong coffee-making skills; latte art is a plus., • Friendly, confident customer service., • Reliability, punctuality and a hands-on attitude., • Willingness to help with taking orders, serving food and keeping the café clean and organised. Experience is our main priority—we’re looking for someone who can work confidently behind the coffee machine from day one. To apply, tell us about your previous barista roles, how long you’ve worked with coffee and your availability.

We currently have an opportunity for a Barista part time available. This is a great opportunity for a customer focused individual to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivaled opportunities for career progression.Please get in touch and make sure you have experiencesKey tasks and responsibilities Preparing and serving hot and cold drinks such as coffee, tea, artisan and speciality beverages.Cleaning and sanitising work areas, utensils and equipmentCleaning service and seating areasDescribing menu items and suggesting products to customersServicing customers and taking ordersCraft beautiful coffee products and serve all Stepney Green customers with energy, warmth, and empathySupport your GM to help train new employees to succeed at Di Stefano , including ensuring that new team members are following all recipe and training for menu items and processes and that they are in correct uniform, are upbeat and vibes are positiveOpen and close the location safely and responsibly (Key holder) and ensure that cleaning duties for the store are followed at the beginning, during and end of the shiftPositive and solution focused handling of any minor customer issueAt a store level, leads all initiatives with the operations and marketing teams to increase foot traffic, new customers, daily sales, and operational profitability and develop a loyal neighborhood customer base for your store Who You Are Love for cafe and Food culture , peopleFriendly, open and approachable person who is able to work well with othersStrong knowledge of coffee and equipment is a mustStrong decision making and multi-tasking skillsStrong interpersonal communication skillsPassionate about delivering excellent customer connections to create a regular customer baseAble to work at a fast pace in high volume environments.

We are looking for an experienced and creative Brunch Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be confident working in a busy café environment and passionate about producing fresh, well-presented brunch dishes. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook a high-quality all-day brunch menu, • Produce dishes such as eggs, avocado dishes, pancakes, French toast, breakfast plates, sandwiches and salads, • Ensure excellent taste, presentation and consistency, • Handle breakfast service efficiently during busy periods, • Complete daily food preparation and mise en place, • Monitor stock levels, portion control and food wastage, • Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness and organisation, • Follow all food hygiene, HACCP and allergen procedures, • Work closely with front-of-house and management, • Help develop new seasonal brunch dishes and specials Ideal Candidate • Previous experience as a Brunch Chef, Breakfast Chef or Chef de Partie, • Strong egg cookery and breakfast/brunch experience, • Good presentation and plating skills, • Able to work quickly while maintaining quality, • Reliable, punctual and organised, • Good understanding of food safety and allergens, • Comfortable working independently when required, • Creative and interested in modern café/brunch trends

Experienced barista wanted for a busy café. Minimum 3 years’ experience required. Must be confident with opening/closing shifts and knowledgeable in quality coffee and cold beverages.

Barista & Customer Service Front of House The Wagon Wanstead is a growing small business in a bustling East London high street. We are a customer and community-centric cafe where locals can enjoy a hearty breakfasts, delightful brunches, and satisfying lunches, served with speciality coffee, hand crafted drinks and fresh juices and smoothies. Are you enthusiastic? passionate about giving amazing customer service? how about working with speciality coffee? We're looking for reliable, hard working individuals to act as the face of our brand. As a barista and front of house customer service you will be responsible for the day to day operation of the store, working alongside our energetic team and reporting directly to the business owners. Responsibilities include : • Excellent customer service at all times, • Producing quality hand crafted drinks & speciality coffee, • Serving customers on the floor and at the bar, • Maintaining general cleanlisness of the cafe, • Ensuring the store operates safely following all Food Hygiene standards to achieve a 5 star rating, • Opening up and closing down, • Ordering of goods and ingredients, • Mentoring other staff, • Optional: Support with content creation for social media and marketing, • Keeping your finger on the pulse of the speciality coffee industry trends and supporting to develop seasonal drink menus. Summary: Job Type: Full-time Salary: From £11.50 per hour + tips Schedule: 8 hour shifts / day shifts. Must work weekends. Experience: Hospitality: 1 year (required), Barista: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person, Wanstead E11 Benefits: • Pay can be negotiated based on experience with competitive hourly rates, • Paid daily lunch break, • Complimentary food whilst on break

Experienced barista wanted for a busy café. Minimum 3 years’ experience required. Must be confident with opening/closing shifts and knowledgeable in quality coffee and cold beverages.

Experienced Waitress / Front of House Kyla’s Café in Crossharbour is looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced waitress / front of house team member. Previous café or restaurant front of house experience is essential. Your responsibilities will include: -⁠ ⁠Welcoming customers and taking orders. -⁠ ⁠Serving food and drinks. -⁠ ⁠Handling payments and operating the till. -⁠ ⁠Clearing tables and keeping the café clean and organised. -⁠ ⁠Working with the team to deliver efficient, welcoming service. You should have good spoken English, strong customer service skills and the ability to work confidently during busy periods. 📍 Crossharbour, London Please apply with your CV and availability.

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead daily coffee preparation and barista operations while supporting the assistant manager with team coordination. The successful candidate will maintain high standards of coffee quality and customer service, help create a welcoming café environment, and support the team in delivering smooth day-to-day operations. • At least 2 years of barista experience required, • Long-term contract, • Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate, • Immediate start

We need experienced waitresses or people that is open on learning the job fast to join our team. The times are from 10 to 8pm, 5-6 days a a week.

The Hub cafe is located in Victoria park. We are after a skilled, reliable, breakfast chef for our busy cafe. Day time only, full time, weekends required. We serve fresh and high quality breakfast and lunch dishes. Consistency and portion control matter as much as taste.

Hemma Social is a new independent family café and play space opening at 14 Tandy Place, East Village, Stratford, around 16–18 November 2026. Our daytime menu includes bowls, warm flatbreads, sandwiches, cheesecake and food for children. We need an experienced, hands-on café cook to take responsibility for the kitchen during their shift. You will plan and complete morning prep for the day, cook or finish menu items to our recipes, assemble and send out food orders during breakfast and lunch, and top up prep as demand changes. You will organise portions, labels, stock rotation and temperature checks; handle allergens carefully; wash up and keep the kitchen clean and ready for service. You will leave a clear handover and prepared components for colleagues serving outside your shift. You will work alongside the owner, café all-rounder and barista. We need someone comfortable preparing food independently in a compact kitchen and showing teammates the safe assembly steps they may help with. The owner keeps menu, purchasing and business decisions. You should have practical prep and cooking experience in a café, brunch kitchen, deli or similar food operation, sound food-safety and allergen knowledge, tidy working habits and availability for agreed weekend shifts. Pay: £16–£17 per hour depending on relevant experience, around 35–40 paid hours a week, mostly morning and daytime shifts including weekends. Paid pre-opening setup and training are planned before the 16–18 November opening. Planned customer hours are Monday–Friday 08:00–18:00, Saturday 08:30–18:00 and Sunday 08:30–16:00. The regular six-day rota and closed day are being finalised; your own shifts will be agreed in advance within your weekly hours. Please apply through JOB TODAY with your work history, availability, earliest start date and a short note about the food you have cooked and the prep/service you have handled independently. We can discuss reasonable interview adjustments.

Full job description Experienced Weekend Brunch Chef Required – Almari Almari is a popular and very busy community café with a South Asian-inspired fusion kitchen. After two successful years, we’re looking for an experienced and reliable Weekend Chef to independently lead our kitchen every Saturday and Sunday. Our brunch menu is inspired by South Asian flavours, so we need a chef who either has experience with South Asian food or genuinely understands and appreciates its flavours and ingredients. The role includes: • Preparing and serving our South Asian-inspired brunch menu, • Independently managing the kitchen during busy service, • Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, • Food preparation and stock management, • Following food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and ready for service Applicants must have professional kitchen experience, ideally within a busy brunch café, and be confident taking full responsibility for running the kitchen. Almari Coffee, Aberfeldy Village (London E14 0TE) Saturday and Sunday Starting from £15+ per hour (depending on experience) To apply, please send your CV and a short message explaining your relevant kitchen experience. Pay: From £15.00 per hour Expected hours: 16.0 per week Benefits: • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount Application question(s): • Needs to be confident managing and leading a busy kitchen independently Experience: • Brunch chef: 1 year (required), • Chef: 1 year (required), • Kitchen management: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person

We are looking to hire a full time waiter. They will be given a minimum of 35/40hr weekly.

We are looking for a confident, reliable and professional Front of House Team Member to take responsibility for morning opening and help the café run smoothly throughout the day. This is not a café manager position, but it carries additional responsibility. You will prepare the café for service, welcome customers, handle questions confidently and use good judgement to resolve everyday issues. The main focus is excellent customer service, organisation and initiative.

Full-Time Store Manager – Dessert and Coffee shop We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Full-Time Store Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our busy coffee shop and bakery. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Dessert and coffee, bakery, and hospitality management who can take full ownership of the store. You'll be responsible for leading the team, driving business growth, maintaining exceptional customer service, managing stock, and ensuring the store operates efficiently every day. We're looking for someone who doesn't just manage the business—they improve it by identifying opportunities, increasing sales, maintaining high standards, and creating a positive team culture. Key Responsibilities • Take full responsibility for the overall running and performance of the store., • Lead, train, motivate, and manage the team to deliver exceptional customer service., • Recruit, onboard, and develop staff while managing rotas, attendance, and performance., • Ensure the highest standards of coffee preparation, bakery presentation, food quality, cleanliness, and customer experience., • Manage daily operations, ensuring smooth service during busy periods., • Oversee stock control, ordering, supplier relationships, and inventory management while minimising waste., • Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to increase revenue and profitability., • Ensure products are displayed attractively and maintain excellent merchandising standards., • Resolve customer concerns professionally and maintain a welcoming environment., • Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and company procedures., • Manage cash handling, daily reporting, and store administration., • Work with senior management to identify opportunities for growth, improve operational efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction. Essential Requirements • Proven experience managing a coffee shop, café, bakery, or similar hospitality business in UK, • Strong knowledge of speciality coffee, barista operations, and bakery products., • Experience leading, managing, and developing staff in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills., • Strong understanding of stock control, ordering, and cost management., • Commercial awareness with the ability to drive sales and improve profitability., • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards., • A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills., • Passion for delivering outstanding customer service and creating a positive workplace culture. Desirable Skills • Barista training or coffee industry experience., • Experience with bakery production or bakery retail operations., • Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certification., • Experience using EPOS systems and stock management software. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience., • Career progression opportunities within a growing business., • Staff discounts., • Ongoing training and development., • Supportive and friendly working environment. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience.

We need someone to work front of house, take orders, use a coffee machine (latte art is a huge bonus) and wait tables. Main duties will be producing well presented coffee with latte art. But also hands on in serving clients, taking out food, helping kitchen staff etc. This is not a job for the faint hearted. Full commitment is essential as this position is a large responsibility. Customer service is imperative as we are a close net, family run business that thrives on showing love to our clients. 80% of our clients are locals and repeat business. We work as a team, but more to the point we work together as a family. If you feel you want to become a family member then please get in touch and let me know who you are.

Sip and Petals, a friendly and inviting cafe, is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our warm and welcoming team as a Barista and Waiter/Waitress. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service in a friendly atmosphere, supported by warm, friendly management. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and other beverages to a high standard., • Accurately and efficiently take food and drink orders., • Ensure customer satisfaction through attentive and friendly service., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and dining areas., • Handle cash and card transactions. What We Are Looking For: • A passion for hospitality and a positive attitude., • A warm and friendly demeanor., • Eagerness to learn and develop new skills., • Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced cafe environment., • Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous, but not essential.

Location: Avocado and coffee SE10 9Er please don’t bother to apply if you don’t have good experience. Only for full timePlease send us your cv🕒 Hours: Full-time(8Am -6pm) Join our bustling breakfast and cafe as a Chef!We're seeking a skilled chef to craft delicious breakfast, meals in a fast-paced environment. As a vital member of our team, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast dishes, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food quality and consistency. If you're passionate about creating tasty breakfast delights and thrive in a dynamic kitchen setting, we want you on our team! Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast items such as pancakes, omelets, and breakfast sandwiches etc., • Ensure all food is prepared to order and meets quality standards, • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, • Collaborate with team members to coordinate orders and ensure timely service, • Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations Requirements: • At leat 2 years experience as a chef, preferably in a breakfast or brunch setting, • Solid understanding of breakfast cooking techniques and recipes, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Strong attention to detail and food presentation skills, • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Benefits: • 28 Days Paid Annual Leave: Plenty of time to relax and recharge., • Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and expertise., • Creative Freedom: Design exciting, innovative menus.

Experienced Barista Wanted – Experienced Applicants Only We are looking for an experienced, friendly and reliable barista to join our family-run café. Please apply only if you have previous barista experience and are confident working independently behind the coffee bar. What we’re looking for: • Previous barista experience is essential, • Confident preparing espresso-based drinks and steaming milk, • Friendly, positive and welcoming with customers, • Well-presented with a professional appearance, • Reliable, punctual and able to arrive on time for every shift, • Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment, • A good team player with a positive attitude Responsibilities: • Preparing coffee and other hot and cold drinks, • Providing excellent customer service, • Keeping the coffee bar and workspace clean and organised, • Supporting the rest of the team during busy periods We’re a friendly, independent family café and are looking for someone dependable who takes pride in their work and enjoys creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers. If you have previous barista experience and enjoy working with people, we’d love to hear from you.