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Company: LDN Hire Ltd Location: Chessington (KT9) & Ashford (TW15), London Salary: Starting from £13.00 per hour Job Type: Driver Working Days: Monday to Friday, with weekend availability required About Us LDN Hire Ltd is a London-based self-drive minibus hire company specialising in 9 to 17-seater vehicles. We provide reliable minibus hire services to customers across London and beyond, including vehicle delivery and collection. We are currently looking for a reliable, professional and motivated Driver to join our team. If you enjoy driving, working independently and having a varied working day rather than being stuck behind a desk, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. About the Role As a Driver, you will play an important part in the day-to-day operations of LDN Hire. Your primary responsibility will be delivering and collecting minibuses from customers across London and surrounding areas, carrying out vehicle inspections and ensuring every handover is completed professionally and efficiently. The role involves travelling between customer locations, our Chessington and Ashford depots, and other operational sites. You will also be required to use public transport between jobs when necessary. You will often be working independently and representing LDN Hire directly when meeting customers, so punctuality, reliability, attention to detail and excellent customer service are essential. Key Responsibilities Vehicle Delivery & Collection • Deliver and collect minibuses from customers across London and surrounding areas., • Carry out thorough vehicle inspections before delivery and upon collection, including photographs and damage reports., • Ensure the correct vehicle is delivered to the customer in accordance with booking instructions., • Complete vehicle handovers, explaining basic vehicle controls and features to customers where necessary., • Follow company procedures for deliveries, collections and vehicle returns., • Drive safely and responsibly, complying with all road traffic regulations., • Communicate estimated arrival times and any delays to customers and the office team. Vehicle Inspections & Quality Control • Carry out basic vehicle safety checks, including tyres, lights, fluid levels and general condition., • Identify and report any existing or new damage, defects or mechanical issues., • Ensure vehicle inspection reports are accurate and completed correctly., • Check fuel levels, mileage and vehicle equipment during handovers., • Report any issues that could affect a vehicle's availability for its next booking. Customer Service • Provide a friendly, professional and helpful service during vehicle deliveries and collections., • Communicate clearly and politely with customers., • Answer basic customer questions and refer any issues to the office team., • Represent LDN Hire professionally at all times., • Handle customer concerns calmly and efficiently. Fleet Operations & Travel • Travel between customer locations and company depots using public transport when required., • Assist with moving vehicles between our Chessington and Ashford locations., • Transport vehicles to and from garages, MOT centres and other service providers when required., • Assist with vehicle-related errands and operational tasks., • Follow daily schedules and instructions provided by the office team., • Work independently and manage time effectively to ensure deliveries and collections are completed on schedule. Administration & Compliance • Complete vehicle inspection reports accurately, including photographs and supporting documentation., • Follow company standard operating procedures (SOPs)., • Handle customer information responsibly in accordance with GDPR requirements., • Report any additional damage, missing equipment or discrepancies following vehicle collection., • Ensure all relevant handover and collection documentation is completed correctly. Essential Requirements • Must be aged 25 or over, as required by our motor insurance policy., • Must hold a full UK manual Category B driving licence for a minimum of 3 years., • Previous experience driving larger vehicles, such as vans or minibuses., • Confidence driving and manoeuvring large vehicles in busy London traffic., • A safe, responsible and careful approach to driving., • Excellent punctuality, reliability and timekeeping., • Good communication and customer service skills., • Strong attention to detail, particularly when inspecting vehicles., • Ability to work independently and follow instructions., • Comfortable using public transport to travel between jobs., • Willingness to work weekends when required., • Ability to work from both our Chessington and Ashford depots., • A professional and presentable appearance. Desirable Requirements • Category D1 driving entitlement – advantageous but not essential., • Previous experience in vehicle delivery, rental operations or fleet management., • Familiarity with London roads and surrounding areas., • Experience using mobile applications for vehicle inspections and reporting. Working Hours & Pay • Salary: Starting from £13.00 per hour., • Working Days: Monday to Friday., • Weekend Availability: Required depending on operational needs., • Locations: Chessington (KT9) and Ashford (TW15)., • Travel: Public transport will be used between certain deliveries and collections. Why Join LDN Hire? • A varied role where no two days are the same., • The opportunity to drive a range of minibuses., • A mix of driving, outdoor work and customer interaction., • A friendly and supportive working environment., • The opportunity to gain experience within the vehicle rental industry. Apply Now If you're a dependable, professional driver who enjoys being on the road, takes pride in their work and can provide excellent customer service, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to join the LDN Hire Ltd team.

Head Chef / SOUS CHEF— Nigerian Cuisine — Jollof Haven (Surbiton) — Opening Team Location: Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7AQ Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,000 - £35,000 per year (DOE) + Tips + Bonus Start Date: November 2026 — Interviews October 2026 About Jollof Haven:* Surbiton's first authentic Nigerian Restaurant & Bar — opening November 2026. 40-cover restaurant + bar + takeaway/delivery. We are bringing true Lagos flavour, premium presentation, and warm Naija hospitality to Surbiton. We need a Head Chef who can OWN the kitchen. If you are interested and believe you have the experience to be a head chef or The Role: You will be responsible for the entire kitchen operation — from menu execution to team leadership, stock, hygiene and profitability. This is not just cooking — this is building a brand. Key Responsibilities: • Leading daily kitchen operations and managing all kitchen staff, • Preparing, cooking and presenting all Nigerian dishes to highest standard: Jollof Rice (Party & Classic), Fried Rice, Ofada & Ayamase, Suya, Asun, Nkwobi, Isi Ewu, Amala & Ewedu/Gbegiri, Pounded Yam, Egusi, Efo Riro, Ogbono, Oha, Banga, Afang, Pepper Soup (Goat, Fish, Assorted), Moi Moi, etc., • Developing specials, controlling portioning and reducing waste, • Creating prep lists, ordering stock, and liaising with suppliers, • Maintaining 100% Food Hygiene, HACCP, allergen compliance and EHO readiness, • Training, mentoring and rostering Chef Assistants / Commis, • Managing food cost, GP, and working with owner on menu pricing, • Ensuring consistent taste — every plate must taste like home What We Need: • Proven experience as Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef in Nigerian / West African restaurant (UK essential), • Expert in cooking almost all major Nigerian dishes — you must be able to cook them blindfolded, • Strong leadership — able to lead, train and discipline kitchen team, • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required), • Level 2 Allergy Awareness, HACCP knowledge, • Right to Work in UK — must be reliable and punctual, • Able to work evenings and weekends Benefits: • £28k-£35k + service charge/tips + performance bonus, • Free staff meals on shift, • 28 days holiday, • Be the founding Head Chef — name on the menu, creative input, • Growth to Executive Chef as we expand Application Questions: 1. How many years as Head Chef / Senior Sous in Nigerian restaurant?, 2. List 10 Nigerian dishes you can cook at high restaurant standard., 3. Do you hold Level 3 Food Hygiene? (Certificate number?), 4. Can you reliably commute to Surbiton KT6?, 5. Are you available for a paid trial shift (cooking 3 dishes)? Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount

PIZZA CHEF New opening — premium Italian restaurant, Hampton Court We're a hospitality group that has been running restaurants in this area for 20 years. We currently have four sites, and at the end of October we're opening our fifth: a premium Italian restaurant near Hampton Court, seating around 70. We're looking for people who want to build something, not just fill a shift. The food is proper Italian cooking with a modern hand: good ingredients, treated properly, served well. The standards are high and we won't pretend otherwise. What we offer back is a company that pays on time, plans ahead, and promotes from within. FREE ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE FOR SOME OF THESE ROLES. START DATE: ASAP, ahead of the opening. You'll be in from the soft opening, setting the place up with us. THE ROLE The pizza section is yours. Dough, proving, and the oven — start to finish, your standard to hold. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR — At least five years' proven experience as a pizza chef — Full control of dough and proving — you manage it on your own — Confident on an electric oven — Able to run your own mise en place and section ordering — Good English — you'll need to understand, be understood, and write clearly — Someone who works well in a team, not around it — Available full time, shifts across all seven days — The right to live and work in the UK These are requirements, not a wish list. If you're missing one of them, this isn't the right role for you. WHAT YOU GET — Contract from day one — Full time position — One free meal every shift — Two days off a week — Monthly payslip — Service charge and tips shared — 28 days holiday — Paid training, with structured training every three months — Real progression, we have further openings planned — A group that has traded for twenty years, including the hard years — Paid trial shift — The chance to open a restaurant from day one, not join one already running HOURS: Full time, 40 to 48 hours per week, shifts across all seven days

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Neapolitan style Pizza Chef to join our team. Duties • Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings according to established recipes and standards, • Cook pizzas using wood fired oven to perfection using appropriate methods and equipment, • Ensure all food preparation adheres to food safety and hygiene regulations, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, including equipment and utensils, • Assist in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying management of shortages, • Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service and guest satisfaction, • Follow health and safety procedures at all times during food preparation and cooking processes Skills • Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, or a similar role within a restaurant or catering environment, • Strong knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices, • Excellent skills in meal preparation, particularly pizza-making techniques, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen setting, • Good organisational skills with attention to detail in food presentation and quality control, • Experience with kitchen equipment used in pizza preparation, such as ovens, mixers, and slicing tools, • Team-oriented attitude with effective communication skills, • Previous experience in making Neapolitan pizza is highly desirable

Breakfast / Brunch Chef – Italian Restaurant, Richmond Hill We are looking for an experienced Breakfast & Brunch Chef to join our Italian restaurant in Richmond Hill. Our breakfast menu includes dishes such as poached eggs, Eggs Benedict, avocado toast, smoked salmon, pancakes and other fresh brunch dishes. We are looking for someone who has a good eye for presentation and can consistently prepare dishes to a high standard. You should be: • Experienced with breakfast/brunch service, • Confident preparing poached eggs and egg dishes, • Fast, organised and clean during busy service, • Passionate about food and presentation, • Reliable and able to work independently, • Comfortable with food preparation, stock control and keeping the kitchen clean Experience in a café, brunch restaurant or similar kitchen is preferred. 📍 Location: Richmond Hill, London 💷 Salary: Competitive, depending on experience 🕐 Morning / daytime shifts If you are interested, please apply with your experience and availability. We would be happy to invite suitable candidates for an interview and trial shift.

Overview Join our dynamic team as a Restaurant Supervisor and lead the charge in delivering exceptional dining experiences! In this energetic role, you will oversee daily restaurant operations, ensure top-notch food quality, and motivate your team to excel. Your leadership will create a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where both guests and staff feel valued and inspired. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise, hospitality skills, and supervisory experience in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence. Duties • Supervise daily restaurant activities, ensuring smooth service flow and high standards of food safety and cleanliness, • Lead and motivate a diverse team of servers, cooks, bartenders, and kitchen staff to deliver outstanding customer service, • Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality and consistency across all dishes, • Manage bar operations, including bartending duties, drink service, and inventory control, • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards at all times, • Assist in training new team members on food production, serving protocols, and hospitality best practices, • Handle guest inquiries, resolve issues promptly, and foster a positive dining environment Skills • Proven supervising experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting with strong team management skills, • Extensive knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and culinary practices, • Ability to perform bartending duties confidently while maintaining excellent customer service, • Familiarity with food safety standards and food production processes, • Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and develop staff, • Strong communication skills to coordinate between kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams, • Experience with hospitality operations in hotel or restaurant environments is a plus, • Knowledge of serving techniques, hospitality principles, and barista experience is advantageous Embark on a rewarding journey where your leadership transforms everyday dining into memorable experiences. We’re committed to fostering a lively workplace that values your skills and passion for hospitality!Pay: £15.00-£18.00 per hourExpected hours: 35.0 – 55.0 per weekBenefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount Work Location: In person

We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer / Construction Manager to support and help manage an 8-flat residential development in Worcester Park. The groundworks and foundations have been completed, and the project is now moving into the next phase of works, including steelwork installation followed by block and beam flooring and superstructure works. We need someone practical and experienced who can take ownership of the site measurement, setting out, coordination and day-to-day management of this stage of the project. Key Responsibilities • Check and verify site measurements against structural and architectural drawings, • Set out and confirm positions, levels and dimensions for the steelwork, • Liaise with the structural engineer, steel fabricator, beam and block supplier, building control and contractors, • Identify and report any discrepancies between drawings and the actual site conditions, • Help coordinate and manage the next construction phase from steelwork through to floor installation and follow-on works, • Ensure works are carried out accurately, safely and in the correct sequence, • Oversee quality control on site, • Assist with programme planning and keeping the project moving, • Provide practical site-based solutions and recommendations where issues arise Requirements • Proven experience in residential construction projects, • Strong experience with setting out, site measurement and reading structural/architectural drawings, • Experience with steel frame / structural steelwork and beam and block flooring, • Ability to independently verify dimensions and levels on site, • Good communication and coordination skills, • Hands-on, proactive and commercially aware, • Own setting out equipment / access to surveying equipment is an advantage, • Ability to start quickly Ideal Candidate The ideal person will be someone who has worked on similar residential developments and is confident taking responsibility for: • checking dimensions on site, • managing the interface between the engineer, steel company and builders, • helping move the project forward without constant hand-holding

We are seeking a enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Manager to join our Warm Rosette Pub in Barnes! We’re a community-focused pub in Barnes, with a strong reputation for great food, drinks and service. Alongside our everyday pub trade, we host a wide range of events, from birthdays and private parties to weddings, celebrations and larger gatherings. We’re looking for someone who is confident leading a team, passionate about hospitality and understands what it takes to run a successful pub. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll play an important role in the day to day running of The Crossing. You’ll be a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable managing a busy Friday night, overseeing a private celebration or making sure the cellar is running perfectly. You’ll help ensure that our guests receive consistently excellent service while supporting the team and maintaining the high standards we expect across the pub. Key responsibilities • Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day operation of the pub, • Leading and motivating the team during busy services, • Maintaining consistently high standards of service, presentation and hospitality, • Taking responsibility for the pub in the absence of the General Manager, • Managing and maintaining the cellar, gas, • Managing stock levels, deliveries and stock rotation, • Supporting ordering and reducing waste and unnecessary stock loss, • Ensuring licensing, health & safety and company procedures are followed, • Training and developing team members, • Dealing confidently and professionally with guest feedback and complaints, • Helping maintain excellent relationships with regular customers and the local community Events are an important part of The Crossing, so experience in private hire and event management is highly desirable. This will include: • Liaising with guests and helping understand their event requirements, • Helping plan and organise events from enquiry through to completion, • Coordinating with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Ensuring event spaces are prepared and presented to a high standard, • Managing timings, menus, drinks packages and special requests, • Providing a warm, professional and personal service to hosts and their guests, • Helping generate repeat business and positive recommendations We’re looking for someone who: • Has previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a pub, bar, restaurant or similar hospitality environment, • Is confident and experienced with cellar management, • Has a genuine interest in beer, drinks and hospitality, • Has experience working with private events, functions or celebrations, • Is confident leading a team and taking responsibility, • Has excellent attention to detail and high standards, • Is calm and organised under pressure, • Has excellent communication and customer service skills, • Is commercially aware and understands the importance of sales, GP, stock control and reducing waste, • Is friendly, approachable and enjoys getting to know customers, • Is willing to be hands-on and lead by example, • Has a positive attitude and takes pride in the venue they work in What we offer • A key management position within a well-established Barnes pub, • Great shift patterns, this is not a late pub, • A friendly and supportive working environment, • The opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact, • Festive bonuses, • Staff benefits and discounts This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys pub life — someone who can confidently run a busy service, look after a cellar, lead a team and make sure a wedding, birthday or celebration is an event guests will remember. If you’re passionate about hospitality, take pride in high standards and want to be part of a busy, ambitious pub in the heart of Barnes, we’d love to hear from you.

Chef de Partie – Shambles, Teddington This position is only available to candidates with a valid UK work permit. SHAMBLES is an independent, family-run restaurant in the heart of Teddington. We serve seasonal Italian food, with handmade pasta and dishes prepared from scratch using high-quality British and Italian produce. We are looking for an experienced and dependable Chef de Partie to join our long-standing kitchen team. The role Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will take responsibility for your section and help maintain consistently high standards throughout preparation and service. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes to SHAMBLES’ recipes and presentation standards, • Running your section efficiently during busy services, • Completing daily mise en place accurately and on time, • Checking the quality and freshness of ingredients, • Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and organisation, • Following food safety procedures, including allergen controls, temperature checks and stock rotation, • Minimising waste and using ingredients responsibly, • Assisting with deliveries, storage and stock control, • Supporting and training junior members of the kitchen team, • Communicating clearly with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and front-of-house team, • Contributing ideas for seasonal dishes and menu development About you We are looking for someone who: • Has previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Commis Chef ready to progress, • Has strong basic cooking skills and a genuine interest in Italian and seasonal food, • Is organised, reliable and capable of managing a section during a busy service, • Takes pride in consistency, presentation and attention to detail, • Understands food hygiene, allergens and safe kitchen practices, • Works calmly under pressure and communicates well with the team, • Is willing to learn and contribute rather than simply clock in and disappear, • Has the right to work in the UK Experience making fresh pasta would be an advantage, but training can be provided to the right person. What we offer • A full-time, permanent position, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Share of service charge, • Staff meals while working, • Training and opportunities to develop within the kitchen, • The chance to work with quality seasonal produce, • A supportive, professional and established team, • Christmas and New Year closure (open Christmas Day), • A workplace with genuine character, rather than another identikit chain restaurant If you are serious about cooking, reliable under pressure and want to become part of an independent restaurant with strong local roots, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Job Title: Sous Chef Location: TW10, Richmond area Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Schedule: Lunch to dinner service About the Role We are recruiting for a Sous Chef to join a well-established pub/restaurant in the TW10 area, operating a lunch-through-dinner service. This is a permanent position suited to a chef looking to build their career in a supportive, hands-on kitchen. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and service standards, • Assisting with stock control, ordering and kitchen organization, • Training and supporting junior members of the kitchen team, • Ensuring full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards About You • Previous experience in a similar kitchen environment, • A driven, can-do attitude with a genuine eagerness to learn and progress, • Full UK driving license and own transport preferred, • Living locally to TW10 (Richmond, Ham, Kingston area) is an advantage, • Reliable, organized, and a strong team player What We Offer • Competitive rate of pay, • Permanent, stable working pattern, • Opportunity to develop and progress within the role, • A supportive, professional kitchen environment