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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    22 hours ago
    £16–£19 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    About the role We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team. Working closely with the Head Chef and restaurant management, you will help deliver consistently high-quality food, keep service running smoothly, and maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety. You will lead by example, support and develop the kitchen team, and take charge of the kitchen when the Head Chef is absent. This role suits someone who takes pride in their cooking, communicates clearly and remains calm during busy service. Key responsibilities Food preparation and service Food quality: Prepare, cook and present dishes consistently, following agreed recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Service preparation: Organise mise en place and ensure each section is stocked and ready before service. Kitchen coordination: Oversee sections during service, manage ticket flow and check dishes before they leave the kitchen. Front-of-house communication: Work closely with the service team on order timings, dietary requirements, availability and customer feedback. Menu development: Support the Head Chef with specials, recipe development and improvements to preparation methods. Team leadership Shift leadership: Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, allocating tasks and maintaining standards throughout the shift. Training: Support new and existing team members with recipes, equipment use, safe working practices and service expectations. Performance: Give clear direction and constructive feedback, addressing concerns promptly with the Head Chef or management. Teamwork: Promote a respectful, professional kitchen environment and help wherever needed during busy periods. Staffing: Assist with rotas and section allocation, helping match staffing levels to expected business demand. Stock and cost control Stock management: Monitor stock levels, support ordering and check deliveries for quality, quantity and condition. Storage and rotation: Ensure ingredients are stored correctly, labelled, dated and rotated to minimise spoilage. Portion control: Follow agreed yields and portion sizes to maintain consistency and protect food margins. Waste reduction: Keep preparation levels in line with expected trade, record waste and identify opportunities to reduce avoidable losses. Stocktakes: Assist with regular stock counts and report shortages, discrepancies or supplier issues. Food safety and kitchen standards Food safety: Follow the restaurant’s food safety procedures and ensure required checks and records are completed accurately. Allergen controls: Follow agreed allergen procedures, prevent cross-contact and never guess when responding to an allergen query. Cleaning: Maintain cleaning schedules and ensure workstations, equipment and storage areas are kept clean and organised. Safe working: Ensure equipment is used correctly and report faults, hazards or maintenance needs promptly. Opening and closing: Complete kitchen checks and handovers, leaving the kitchen safe and ready for the next shift. Essential skills and experience Kitchen experience: Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step. Cooking skills: Strong practical cooking ability and experience delivering consistent food during busy service. Leadership: Ability to organise a team, communicate expectations and support colleagues under pressure. Food safety knowledge: A sound understanding of food hygiene, safe storage and allergen management. Commercial awareness: Understanding of portion control, stock rotation and waste reduction. Reliability: Good timekeeping, attention to detail and a professional approach. Availability: Willingness to work the agreed shift pattern, including evenings and weekends. Desirable experience Similar restaurant background: Experience working with Mediterrenean or in a kitchen with similar service volumes. Qualifications: Relevant professional cookery and food safety qualifications. Kitchen administration: Experience with ordering, stocktaking, recipe costing or rota planning.

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  • Construction Project Manager
    Construction Project Manager
    12 days ago
    £37.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    DPD BUILDERS LTD is seeking an experienced and organised Construction Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing construction projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring that works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Main Duties and Responsibilities Plan, manage and oversee construction projects from commencement through to completion. Prepare and monitor project budgets, timescales and work schedules based on project and client requirements. Coordinate project activities with clients, architects, surveyors, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. Brief and coordinate project teams, contractors, suppliers and site personnel. Arrange and monitor the delivery of construction materials and equipment to project sites. Supervise and coordinate site staff and subcontractors where required. Regularly inspect construction sites and monitor the progress and quality of works. Ensure works comply with applicable building regulations, contractual requirements and health and safety standards. Identify defects, delays and other project issues and arrange appropriate corrective action. Monitor project expenditure and ensure projects remain within agreed budgets. Maintain accurate records of project progress, costs and key milestones. Prepare progress reports and provide updates to management, clients and other relevant parties. Assemble and maintain information required for project accounts and invoicing. Resolve operational and construction-related issues arising during the course of projects. Ensure projects are completed within agreed deadlines and handed over to the required standard. Skills, Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have relevant experience in construction project management or a closely related construction role, with a good understanding of construction processes, project planning, site operations, budgeting and health and safety requirements. A degree or relevant qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline would be advantageous. Applicants with substantial relevant professional or construction management experience will also be considered. The successful candidate should have strong organisational, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills and be capable of coordinating contractors, suppliers and site personnel while managing project budgets and deadlines.

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