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14 years ago Thom James drove a Piaggio ape Tuk Tuk all the way from Sicily to London on a 'Pizza Pilgrimage' to learn the secrets of perfect Italian pizza. They went on to set up a market stall in Soho with an oven in the back of the van before opening their first actual pizzeria on Dean Street. If you think that sounds as ridiculously cool as we do, and you love pizza, then read on... Nowadays we have over 20 award-winning pizzerias across the UK, we've got our own Pizza Academy where we run training workshops every day, and we're also a BCORP - something we're extremely proud about achieving. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients from Naples including Caputo flour, fresh fior di latte, salsiccia e friarielle , to make the best Neapolitan pizza every day. At Pizza Pilgrims, we aspire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel genuinely cared for and have equal opportunities for growth and progression. We are committed to building a diverse team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; which creates proper happiness, just like our pizzas do! We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As a Senior Chef, you'll be a specialist in creating the best Neapolitan Pizza's, and for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning their next visit. You'll also be accountable for: • Team leadership., • Stock management., • Successful guest pizza launches., • Kitchen maintenance management., • Pizza quality. Whilst skills are important, representing our values is just as important too. These shape our team culture. • 'Push Yourself' because we believe learning new skills and coming out of your comfort zone will help us improve as a team., • 'Be Yourself' means you can bring your own personality to work. Your hair colour is yours, not ours. We think tattoos are cool. And we love hearing about your interests outside of work., • 'Respect Others' because everyone is welcome at Pilgrims and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel they belong., • 'Enjoy Yourself' because hospitality is an industry we love, and we want every Pilgrim to create happiness for each other and to have fun at work. Don't take our word for it. In our most recent 'happiness survey' (team feedback survey)... • Over 200 people said the thing they love most about working at Pilgrims is their team., • Over 100 people said their favourite pizza perk was the amount of free pizza they get., • And nearly 150 people said they love the culture, development opportunities and pizza quality at Pilgrims. What's in it for you? • £14.95 ph +tronc., • On top of the standard 28 days holiday (full time), you will get an extra day for every year you work for us (up to 5 Years)., • After 5 years with us, you get a paid 4-week sabbatical on top of your 33 days holiday! Some of our favourite Pizza Perks include... • 1 extra day holiday as "Happiness Day' so you can do something that you love and makes you happy about outside of work., • A tasty bonus every time you refer a friend to join., • A free after-work drinks (soft, beer or gin), • 2 huge company-wide parties every year to celebrate Christmas and Ferragosto (We close all the pizzerias for these!) So, if you've got this far down the job advert, it might mean that we're a perfect match. Click the apply button and one of the team will reach out to you soon. Ciao!

OUR PHILOSOPHY Chez Lui is London’s favourite French bistro. Our food menu is designed and executed by the award winning Chef Rocco Seminara using fresh ingredients to recreate the typical french dishes served in a modern bistros. Our aim is to transport our guests from the often soggy streets of Notting Hill to the warm climate of the French Mediterranean. Come what may, we will always go the extra mile to ensure we exceed guest expectations and take their experience to the next level, creating exceptional memories. OUR TEAM Chez Lui is above all a family, Our team is friendly and entertaining, always making guests feel at home. THE ROLE We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Kitchen Porter to come and join our fantastic team. The ideal candidate will be cool and calm under pressure and will have genuine interest in developing their culinary skills. Reliable and ponctual. YOU It is essential you have previous experience, however we offer training for the candidates with can-do attitude. Successful candidates will undertake an intensive training programme which will bring you up to speed with the way we do things. We are proud of our team, packed with diversity and experience. If you love people, love the hospitality industry, and want to push yourself, join Chez Lui today and we will open many doors for your career. WHY US? Our Chefs enjoy these benefits: - 30% staff discount for you and your family - A close knit team environment - 28 days paid holiday - Pension scheme All applicants must be over 18 years old, reside in UK and have a right to work in this country.

Assistant Manager – Grandio Groupe 📍 Kensington High Street 🗓️ Starting June Want to be part of an opening team where your energy actually shapes the culture? Grandio Groupe is launching a brand-new venue on Kensington High Street this June, and we’re looking for an Assistant Manager to join us from day one. This is your chance to step into a role where you’re not just managing shifts – you’re helping build something people will talk about. 🚀 The Role As Assistant Manager, you’ll be right in the action – leading shifts, supporting the management team, and helping create a buzzing, high-energy atmosphere every single day. You’ll: • Lead shifts with confidence, pace, and personality, • Deliver standout guest experiences from open to close, • Support training and development of the team, • Keep standards high across service, cleanliness, and operations, • Jump in wherever needed – bar, floor, or behind the scenes, • Work closely with the Deputy GM and GM to keep everything running smoothly 🌟 What We’re Looking For • Experience in a supervisory or management role in hospitality, • A hands-on, lead-from-the-front attitude, • Someone who brings great energy and sets the tone on shift, • Strong communication and team-building skills, • A cool head under pressure and a sharp eye for detail, • A genuine passion for people, service, and great vibes 🍸 What You’ll Get • The chance to be part of an exciting new opening, • Real progression opportunities within a growing group, • A fun, supportive, and ambitious team environment, • Competitive salary + bonus potential, • The opportunity to grow your career with a brand on the rise 🎯 Why Grandio Groupe? We’re all about creating spaces people love – powered by great teams who love what they do. This is your opportunity to get in early, grow fast, and be part of something special. Apply now and help us make opening day unforgettable.

Common Pizza - New York City & Detroit Style, Open-Air Pizza Restaurant In Clapham Common and Parsons Green A laid-back, open-air hangout serving thin-crust NYC pizzas & deep-pan Detroit pies + mac balls, towering dough bites, drinks and music. We are looking for a pizza chef to join our team, who has a passion for pizza & working in a team. We are located in the middle of Clapham Common, with an open kitchen pass onto a full out-door seated restaurant. This is a very cool place to work! • Neighbourhood Location - No need to travel into Central!, • 28 Days Holiday, • 50% Discount - When dining with us with your friends/family, • Free Team Food - On all shifts, • Monthly Competitions, • Pension Scheme, • A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In - We really do care about our people!, • Apply Now!

Join the Team Behind the Hottest New Rotisserie Concept We’re building something exciting — a fast‑paced, flavour‑obsessed, seriously cool rotisserie brand that’s about to take the food scene by storm. And we’re looking for exceptional leaders to help us bring it to life. If you’re a people‑person with personality, a natural motivator, and someone who thrives in a buzzing, high‑energy environment… we want you. Who We Are We’re a brand-new rotisserie concept created by a founding team with a proven track record — experienced operators who’ve successfully scaled hospitality brands nationally and internationally. From start‑ups to established names, we’ve grown teams, opened sites at pace, and built cultures that people are proud to be part of. Now, we’re doing it again — with something fresher, faster, and more exciting. What We’re About Professional but never boring Fast-paced service with insanely good food Trendy, growing, energetic brand culture A team that values authenticity, respect, and fun A place where guests feel good and staff feel proud Who You Are ✨ A manager who leads with confidence and kindness ✨ Someone who keeps standards high and vibes even higher ✨ Hungry for growth — personally and for the business ✨ Cool under pressure, positive in the chaos ✨ Obsessed with great food and great experiences ✨ A culture-builder. A people‑developer. A team‑inspirer. The Role Assistant Manager's (AMs) Support the GM. Lead from the front. Create great service energy. Step up and grow fast. Why Join Us? • Be part of a brand-new concept with massive potential, • Learn from founders with top-tier experience in scaling brands, • Clear career development as we open more sites, • A supportive leadership team that backs talent, • Competitive pay + real progression opportunities, • A genuinely fun, modern, energised place to work If you're passionate, ambitious, and ready to help build something exciting from the ground up, we’d love to meet you. Bring the energy. Bring the personality. Let’s build the next big thing in rotisserie together. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension Flexitime Work Location: In person

Common Pizza - New York City & Detroit Style, Open-Air Pizza Restaurant In Clapham Common and Parsons Green A laid-back, open-air hangout serving thin-crust NYC pizzas & deep-pan Detroit pies + mac balls, towering dough bites, drinks and music. We are looking for a pizza chef to join our team, who has a passion for pizza & working in a team. We are located in the middle of Clapham Common, Parsons green with an open kitchen pass onto a full out-door seated restaurant. This is a very cool place to work! Neighbourhood Location - No need to travel into Central! 28 Days Holiday 50% Discount - When dining with us with your friends/family Free Team Food - On all shifts Monthly Competitions Pension Scheme A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In - We really do care about our people! Apply Now!

Join the Team Behind the Hottest New Rotisserie Concept We're building something exciting — a fast-paced, flavour-obsessed, seriously cool rotisserie brand that's about to take the food scene by storm. And we're looking for brilliant people to help us bring it to life. If you're a people-person with personality, someone who loves great food, and thrives in a buzzing, high-energy environment… we want you. Who We Are We're a brand-new rotisserie concept created by a founding team with a proven track record — experienced operators who've successfully scaled hospitality brands nationally and internationally. From start-ups to established names, we've grown teams, opened sites at pace, and built cultures that people are proud to be part of. Now, we're doing it again — with something fresher, faster, and more exciting. What We're About • Professional but never boring, • Fast-paced service with insanely good food, • Trendy, growing, energetic brand culture, • A team that values authenticity, respect, and fun, • A place where guests feel good and staff feel proud Who You Are ✨ Friendly, warm, and genuinely great with people ✨ Someone who takes pride in their work and their appearance ✨ Hungry to learn and grow within a fast-moving brand ✨ Reliable, positive, and a natural team player ✨ Obsessed with great food and great guest experiences ✨ Ready to bring the energy — every single shift The Role Team Members are the heartbeat of jato. You'll be serving guests, preparing our menu, keeping things running smoothly, and making sure every customer leaves with a smile. Full training provided — no experience necessary. Why Join Us? • Be part of a brand-new concept with massive potential, • Full training and development from day one, • Flexible hours — full-time and part-time available, • Clear progression routes as we grow and open more sites, • A supportive team that backs you from the start, • A genuinely fun, modern, energised place to work If you're passionate, ready to get stuck in, and want to be part of something exciting from the very beginning, we'd love to meet you. Bring the energy. Bring the personality. Let's build the next big thing in rotisserie together. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Benefits: • Company pension, • Flexible scheduling, • Free food on shift, • Discounts across our partner restaurants Work Location: In person — Fulham Road, Chelsea, SW10

OUR PHILOSOPHY Chez Lui is London’s favourite French bistro. Our food menu is designed and executed by the award-winning Chef Rocco Seminara, using fresh ingredients to recreate typical French dishes served in modern bistros. We aim to transport our guests from the often soggy streets of Notting Hill to the warm climate of the French Mediterranean. Come what may, we will always go the extra mile to exceed guest expectations and elevate their experience, creating exceptional memories. OUR TEAM Chez Lui is above all a family. Our team is friendly and entertaining, always making guests feel at home. THE ROLE We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Chef de Partie to join our fantastic team. You will have a passion for food and have good knife skills. The ideal candidate will be cool and calm under pressure and will have a genuine interest in developing their culinary skills. YOU It is essential that you have previous experience; however, we offer training for candidates with a can-do attitude. Successful candidates will undertake an intensive training programme that will bring them up to speed on how we do things. We are proud of our team, packed with diversity and experience. If you love people, love the hospitality industry, and want to push yourself, join Chez Lui today, and we will open many doors for your career. WHY US? Our Chefs enjoy these benefits: • 30% staff discount for you and your family, • A close-knit team environment, • 28 days paid holiday, • Pension scheme, • Book your birthday off on full pay – guaranteed. All applicants must be over 18 years old, reside in the UK, and have the right to work in the UK.

If you’re experienced with: Maintenance and Repairs Oil changes Brake system repairs (pads, rotors, fluid) Tire services (rotation, balancing, replacement) Battery replacement and testing Engine tune-ups Transmission service and repair Suspension and steering repairs Exhaust system repairs Cooling system service (radiators, thermostats, hoses) Fuel system repairs Diagnostics Check engine light diagnostics Reading and interpreting OBD-II codes Engine performance diagnostics Electrical system diagnostics Noise and vibration troubleshooting Installation and Replacement Alternators, starters, and belts Air conditioning components Sensors and electronic control units (ECUs) Lights and fuses Windshield wipers and motorsbrake systems, engine diagnostics, AC repairs, Servicing, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy being part of a collaborative, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you. Work hours: Monday to Friday: 8am - 6pm, Saturday: 8am - 2pm If you are interested please contact us, and arrange a visit for a trial. For more information and discussion of salary please apply Address: 15 Steele road, NW107AS, London

Join Our Roman Pizza Crew! 🍕 We’re slice of Rome in the heart of London! Our team crafts authentic Roman-style pizzas, appetizers, and desserts with passion, precision, and top-quality ingredients. We use wood-fired oven. We’re looking for a team player with a great attitude — someone who knows their dough and loves bringing authentic flavours to life. What You’ll Do and learn: • Hand-roll dough and open it with “al mattarello” for perfectly thin, crispy crusts, • Work the wood-fired oven like a pro, • Prepare delicious Roman pizzas, • Keep the kitchen spotless and full of good vibes, • Collaborate, create, and suggest new seasonal specials What We’re After: • Proven experience as a Pizza Chef -, • Skill and pride in dough-making, • Team spirit, positive energy, and passion for quality, • Cool under pressure and eager to learn, • Big Smile and sense of humour What’s In It for You: • Competitive pay and perks, • A fun, supportive team that feels like pack of friends, • Room to grow in the company Ready to roll up your sleeves and bring Rome to London? We can’t wait to meet you!

Location: Kingston Upon Thames Salary: £14.80 per hour Hospital Security can be physically touch, mentally challenging and extremely rewarding! Position Overview: Are you ready to join our hospital security team? Assist Security Group is seeking experienced security professionals with exceptional customer service skills and a background in fast-paced environments, ideally, within NHS Hospitals. As a Security Officer, you will receive comprehensive training to handle various situations, including conflict management and physical intervention. Responsibilities & Duties: • Collaborate with the in-house security management team, following instructions from Hospital Security Managers., • Manage queues, entrances, lobbies, wards, and car parks around the hospital premises., • Provide assistance to the public, offering directions and information about the hospital and local area., • Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and contractors, ensuring a visible and vigilant security presence., • Offer support to NHS staff and respond promptly to any incidents or emergencies., • Utilize conflict management skills to de-escalate situations and minimize the need for physical intervention., • Maintain effective communication via two-way radios and accurately report activities and incidents. Requirements: • Valid Door Supervisor licence., • Must be able to commute to Kingston Upon Thames, • Right to Work in the UK., • 5-year employment/educational history., • Able to work in a fast paced, challenging environment., • Able to keep cool under pressure., • Proficiency in using two-way radios., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Professional appearance and demeanor. Preferred (but not essential) Requirements: • Previous experience in NHS environments., • Security experience with conflict management., • Additional training in Emergency First Aid, ACT, Safeguarding, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling, Conflict Management. Benefits: • Competitive pay rate., • Shift pattern covering nights, days, and weekends (24/7 site). Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Assist Security Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All recruitment decisions are based on skills, experience and suitability for the role. Reasonable adjustments will be considered throughout the recruitment process where required.