Bow Bells Café, a busy and friendly family-run café in Romford Shopping Hall, is looking for a reliable, fast-working Kitchen Service Staff member to join our team. In this role, you’ll take the lead in the kitchen on your working days — preparing and serving hot food quickly and efficiently, managing food prep, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised. You’ll also work closely with the front-of-house team to make sure all food items go out together and on time. You don’t need to be a qualified chef, but you must have a good understanding of food and be confident handling a busy kitchen environment. What you’ll be doing: - Cooking and plating hot breakfast and lunch items to order - Leading on food prep (e.g. peeling, chopping, making soups and basic dishes) - Writing stock and prep lists and managing supplies - Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and hygienic - Communicating with front-of-house staff to coordinate food going out together - Supporting with general cleaning and washing up We’re looking for someone who: - Has experience working in a busy kitchen (preferred) - Has a good understanding of food and kitchen routines - Works quickly and stays calm under pressure - Has a high standard of personal hygiene and is clean and presentable - Is reliable, punctual, and self-motivated - Communicates clearly and works well with others - Understands and follows basic food hygiene and safety practices Why work with us? Bow Bells Café is a small, family-run business with a loyal customer base and a strong team atmosphere. You’ll be a key part of what makes our café run smoothly — helping us serve good food, fast, and with care.
Now Hiring – Join Our Restaurant Team! Location: Hight Road Chadwell Heath Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Depending on Role) We’re expanding our team and currently hiring for the following positions at our restaurant: 🍽️ Waiters/Waitresses Responsibilities: Greet and serve guests in a friendly, efficient manner Take accurate food and beverage orders Ensure tables are clean and presentable Provide excellent customer service at all times Requirements: Previous experience preferred but not required Good communication skills and a positive attitude Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 👨🍳 Chefs (All Levels) Responsibilities: Prepare and present meals to high standards Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene Ensure food safety and quality control Collaborate with kitchen staff for smooth operations Requirements: Prior experience in a kitchen setting Passion for cooking and creativity with dishes Knowledge of food safety practices 🧑💼 Restaurant Manager Responsibilities: Oversee daily restaurant operations Manage staff scheduling and training Ensure high standards of food, service, and hygiene Handle customer complaints and feedback professionally Coordinate with suppliers and manage inventory Requirements: Minimum 2 years of experience in restaurant management Strong leadership and organizational skills Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Why Join Us? Friendly and supportive work environment Competitive salary and growth opportunities Chance to be part of a passionate and hardworking team