44 Best design assistant Jobs in Croydon (October 2026)

G’day Mate! Urban Baristas is a specialty coffee company originating from Australia, known for its commitment to quality coffee and the vibrant Australian brunch culture. With several cafes across London and our roastery in Bethnal Green, we strive to create exceptional coffee experiences for our customers. We believe in fostering a positive work environment and supporting the professional growth of our team members. Join us as we continue to expand and deliver outstanding coffee and service to our valued customers. Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as an Assistant Manager in the Specialty Coffee Industry. You will be responsible for overseeing and leading the daily operations of our specialty coffee shop. You will ensure exceptional customer service, maintain high-quality standards, and create a positive and engaging work environment. If you have a passion for specialty coffee, proven leadership skills, and a strong track record in the industry, we invite you to apply. Responsibilities • Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and team management., • Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service, maintaining product quality, and promptly resolving customer concerns or issues., • Lead, train, and inspire a team of coffee enthusiasts, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment., • Implement operational strategies to achieve sales targets, maximize profitability, and drive business growth., • Monitor and manage stock levels of coffee beans, supplies, and merchandise, placing orders as necessary to maintain product availability., • Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and hygienic work environment., • Uphold the quality and consistency of coffee preparation, ensuring adherence to company standards and providing guidance to the team. Requirements • Previous experience in the specialty coffee industry or a similar management role., • Proficiency in espresso extraction, including grind adjustment, dosing, and tamping techniques., • Skill in creating and pouring latte art designs, showcasing attention to detail and craftsmanship., • Proven leadership abilities with a track record of effectively managing and developing a team., • Exceptional customer service skills with a friendly and approachable attitude., • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment., • Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions under the pressure., • Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays., • A positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to teamwork., • Food handling certification and knowledge of health and safety regulations is a plus.

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About Fuelbetter Fuelbetter is a fast-growing food start-up delivering fresh, nutritionally complete meals made for each customer. Every bowl is personalised. Our customers tell us their health goals, dietary needs and preferences, and we build meals around them from a library of over 120 ingredients. They include families, people managing medical conditions, pregnant women and people on GLP-1 treatments, so every meal has to be exactly right. The role We're looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our small production team of 3–4 people. You'll work closely with our Operations Supervisor to prepare, put together and pack fresh meals for our customers every day.This is a great role for someone who enjoys working with food, likes a steady routine, and takes pride in doing things properly. No chef experience needed. We'll train you. What you'll do • Follow our daily kitchen routine and recipes to prepare and build each customer's meals, • Pack and label meals carefully, paying attention to allergens and dietary requirements, • Keep the kitchen clean and organised, including washing up and following cleaning schedules, • Follow food safety and hygiene procedures Who you are • Careful and accurate. You follow instructions closely and double-check your work., • Reliable. You turn up on time and the team can count on you., • A team player. You're happy to help out wherever you're needed., • Willing to learn. You're open to feedback and new ways of doing things., • Positive and adaptable. You're comfortable in a fast-moving start-up where things can change. What you'll need • Some experience in a kitchen, food production, or a picking and packing role is helpful but not essential, • Good basic English, so you can follow recipes, labels and safety instructions, • Able to stand for long periods and lift boxes of ingredients, • Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, or willingness to get one (we can support you), • Right to work in the UK

Fonda Senior Chef de Partie Requirements: • A confident and talented chef who can support the services and sections to maintain a premium guest experience, whilst working in a large team environment., • Experienced in working with fresh, top-quality ingredients and building relationships with our world leading supply partners., • Maintain quality and quantity controls across your sections, supporting the senior team with quality, food safety and stock management processes., • An enthusiastic and proactive individual, who whilst supporting the senior team can take ownership of their section and departments of the Fonda Kitchen., • Able to work with integrity, generosity, and excellent attention to detail for people & product., • Passionate and knowledgeable about food, wine, and hospitality and able to exceed guests' expectations., • A champion of our values and ethos, be always working to a 'Best in Class' level. What we offer our senior Chef de Parties: • 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants, • Free staff meals while on shift, • Up to £500 team referral bonus, • Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us, • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days, • Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program About Fonda Fonda is an exciting, contemporary Mexican restaurant, years in the making from chef Santiago Lastra and MJMK Restaurants. Opened in 2024 in Mayfair's Heddon Street, Fonda has showcased regional Mexican cooking through Santiago's unique lens, presented in an elegant, vibrant style, complemented by contemporary design. In Mexico, a Fonda is a family-owned eatery, serving traditional dishes in an informal setting, each inspired by personal recipes from the generations that came before. Santiago Lastra's Fonda builds on this concept to showcase recipes from across the country. Though seemingly simple, Fonda's dishes draw on the quality and provenance of ingredients, combined with innovative techniques to elicit the flavours of Mexico in a modern way. The warmth and genuine hospitality is at the forefront of how we look after our team and guests, replicating Mexico's traditional family-run Fonda's. We'd love to hear from you if you're an experienced Chef de Partie and you're up for a new challenge and the opportunity to work alongside Santiago Lastra. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. In 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair - our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra - and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025.

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Leopard Transport Ltd

Removal /Delivery Driver

We are seeking a reliable and dedicated House removal /Furniture Delivery Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for House Removals and Delivering Furniture from warehouse to various locations, ensuring timely and safe delivery. This role requires a strong commitment to customer service and the ability to handle heavy lifting as part of daily operations. Responsibilities • Safely operate a delivery van to transport goods to designated locations., • Load and unload items, ensuring all products are secured for transport., • Communicate effectively with warehouse staff and customers regarding delivery schedules and any potential issues., • Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks to ensure safety standards are met., • Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including any discrepancies or damages encountered during transit., • Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving., • Assist in the warehouse as needed, including inventory management and organisation of stock. Qualifications • Previous experience as a Furniture Delivery Driver or in a similar role is preferred., • Valid driving licence with a clean driving record; experience with commercial driving is advantageous., • Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual handling tasks safely., • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with team members and customers., • Familiarity with local routes and traffic patterns is beneficial., • A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and customer service excellence. Join us in delivering exceptional service while enjoying the dynamic environment of our team! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Temp to perm, Apprenticeship Application question(s): • Seeking candidates with experience in house removals or furniture delivery?

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