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  • Brunch Chef (Shoreditch & Fulham)
    Brunch Chef (Shoreditch & Fulham)
    11 hours ago
    £13.5–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We’re looking for a skilled full-time or part-time brunch chef to join our kitchen team in Shoreditch and Fulham. The ideal candidate can work across both sites. Pay starts from £13.50–£15 per hour, depending on experience. Urban Baristas is an Australian coffee company with multiple sites across London, passionate about specialty coffee and Aussie brunch culture. We serve high-quality brunch dishes and freshly prepared grab-and-go options in a warm, design-led space, delivered with friendly and genuine service. We’re currently looking for a skilled full-time or part-time Brunch Chef to join our team in Shoreditch and Fulham. The ideal candidate will: • Be flexible and available to work weekends, • Be able to work across both sites (Shoreditch & Fulham), • Be able to start early (shifts from 6:30am), • Have at least 1 year of experience in a busy kitchen, • Have a good understanding of hospitality operations, • Be confident with stock control and reducing wastage, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and organisation, • Share and uphold the values and standards of Urban Baristas What we offer: • Competitive pay (£13.50–£15/h, depending on experience) + tips, • Career growth opportunities, • Free meal and coffee on shift, • Sociable and flexible working hours (no evenings!), • Pension contribution, • The best staff parties If you’re hardworking, creative, and passionate about great food and coffee, we’d love to hear from you!

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  • Barista -front of house
    Barista -front of house
    45 minutes ago
    £13–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Are you a good, hard-working Barista (FOH), fed up with working late nights & weekends, for a restaurant, hotel, coffee or sandwich shop, with no prospects or, where they don't care? Would you rather join a real, growing quality company, making a real difference, where the team are appreciated, feel good about their work, great about their pay and even better about having evenings, weekends & bank holidays off? Then check this out…. If you are the right, caring hard working person, this is one of those great opportunities where, like the rest of us, you'll be really pleased you took! We are a small, independent, quality & customer driven company & we’re growing. And we are now seeking a full-time, career-minded person, for this rewarding, in all ways, barista role. If you're friendly, enthusiastic & wish to work with a small team of great people, which share the same values, in a company that cares, then this is for you. We: • provide fine coffee, patisserie, cakes & delicious, healthy made to order sandwiches, & smoothies, • are proud of our people, quality, personal service and what we stand for, • are fun, friendly & strongly believe, its better to enjoy your work., • we love what we do! And we're looking for a: • naturally friendly, enthusiastic personality with a great outlook, • person with good coffee and/or quality light food experience (or happy to learn), • great communicator, with naturally good & caring customer service skills, • person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, buzzing, clean coffee house, • food handling level 2 certified individual (if you are not certified, we will take the time to get you certified!) With evenings, weekends & bank holidays off, we provide a great work-life balance! The Admin Things: • We are open Monday-Friday London & Westminster Bridge, • £13 per hour starting salary (& if you do well, we increase quickly & by the pound-with great longer term prospects), • No early or late shifts!, • No bank holidays (open M-F, 6:30am - 6:30 pm), 3 equal rotating 8-hour shifts, shared by the team equally!, • Enjoy your full weekends off to have fun!, • 28 paid holidays (including 8 bank holidays)!, • Work with lovely, friendly, caring colleagues & managers, • Everybody does everything equally!, • As much delicious food & coffee as you like-for free!, • Wear what you’re comfortable in! ...if we sound as are right for you, what are you waiting for?

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  • Junior Pizza Chef
    Junior Pizza Chef
    2 days ago
    $12.5–$13.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Whitehall, Westminster

    Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Junior Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 15 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Opening in early 2025.... What will I be doing? • You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills, • Helping with the kitchen service to ensure it is running smoothly., • Adhering to exceptionally high standards - including cleanliness. What are we looking for? • Someone with previousexperience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • A great team player who loves to work within a team with great interpersonal skills., • Someone with a good command of English., • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer... • Competitive rates paid hourly with bonus incentives in place, • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • Full time or Part time hours available with all overtime paid for., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash, • Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens, • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza \& Love, YSP

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  • Team Leader at Abokado - up to £14.35 p/h + Bonus + No weekends/eves
    Team Leader at Abokado - up to £14.35 p/h + Bonus + No weekends/eves
    4 days ago
    £13.35–£14.35 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Team Champion/Leader - up to £14.35 per hour + discretionary bonus and no weekend and no evening working. At Abokado we prepare delicious and nutritious meals such as fresh salads, rice bowls, sushi, breakfast and organic coffee for our wonderful customers in locations in central London. We’re looking for an experienced Team Leader to work in our busy kitchens and serving customers. What we offer: Starting pay £13.35 - £14.35 per hour (depending on experience) Performance related bonus Mon-Fri only (no weekend or evening working) Full Time role Guaranteed hours - 35hrs (no minimum hours contracts) Overtime Monthly salary payment Excellent training Free delicious meals while on shift 50% off Abokado at all locations 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Great career prospects, opportunity to progress to GM (up to £40k pa salary + bonus) What we’re looking for: At least 12 months experience as a Team Leader in a similar food environment Positive attitude and high energy Reliability and punctuality Hard work and great team player Willingness to learn High standards and accuracy Happy with early starts - 6am is typical Desire to learn and grow and develop into an Assistant Manager within 12 months To apply: Please send your CV and a few words introducing yourself and why you want to join the Abokado family. Please tell us about your experience and skills as a Team Leader. We will then carry out a phone interview and if successful invite you to a trial the following day. If your trial is successful you’ll be offered a role and you can join immediately.

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  • Supervisor
    Supervisor
    2 days ago
    $13–$13.25 hourly
    Part-time
    Whitehall, Westminster

    Yard Sale Pizza is looking for a talented, committed Supervisor who is ready for a new challenge and would love to progress their career with us! We're on the search for a supervisor who is a natural team leader, enjoys a fast-paced environment and loves hospitality and pizza as much as we do! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 15 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Opening in early 2025.... What we are looking for... • Someone who is motivated, adaptable and organised with exceptional interpersonal skills., • 1 years' relevant hospitality experience - busy/independent restaurants or takeaway., • Someone who has previous experience key holding and cashing up., • Ideally an individual who has experience working with deliveries and dealing with phone orders., • Someone who has Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety or knowledge of this is highly advantageous. What's on offer... • Flexible hours, inclusive of weekends., • Team tips paid monthly., • Amazing career progression - could you be our next Assistant Manager?, • Christmas Annual Closure for 4 days., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with your family and friends!, • Fun staff parties throughout the year., • Cool uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us!, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza \& Love, YSP

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  • Floor Manager
    Floor Manager
    6 days ago
    $19.71–$22.21 hourly
    Full-time
    Marylebone, Westminster

    Evocative of Vienna in the early twentieth century, Fischer's is an informal neighbourhood restaurant situated on Marylebone High Street. At The Wolseley Hospitality Group, We create Places where People feel they Belong. Why work with us as a Floor Manager? • Enjoy a generous discount across our restaurants on food and drinks., • Rewarding Excellence - a team-led incentive, earning up to £100 in high street vouchers., • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave to support working families., • Group-wide access to mental health counselling, legal and financial advice., • Advance access to earned wages via Wagestream., • A unique and varied training calendar including supplier trips, masterclasses and visits. Visit our career page for a detailed list of our benefits We promote from within, empowering individuals from all backgrounds to become the leaders of tomorrow. Our diverse team reflects the inclusive culture. The role of a Floor Manager: • Support senior management with leading the front of house team, undertaking specific responsibilities for a smooth running of the shift., • Monitor and uphold the highest standards of presentation and service, also handling guests' complaints and queries., • Train, develop and supervise team members to ensure a cohesive and efficient team. As Floor Manager, you'll bring: • Mature work approach in a similar setting, leading the team positively and with sense of collaboration., • Knowledge of service standards and a basic financial awareness -- you're our greatest asset! The Wolseley Hospitality Group portfolio of restaurants comprises of The Wolseley on Piccadilly, The Delaunay in Aldwych, Brasserie Zédel in Soho, Colbert in Chelsea, Fischer's in Marylebone, Soutine in St John's Wood, Bellanger in Islington, Manzi's in Soho and The Wolseley City in Monument.

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  • Head Pizza Chef
    Head Pizza Chef
    2 days ago
    $16.5–$17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Whitehall, Westminster

    Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 15 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Opening in early 2025.... What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You'll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • You'll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What's on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week. • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI's., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza \& Love, YSP

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  • Barista / Kitchen Assistant (Italian Speaker)
    Barista / Kitchen Assistant (Italian Speaker)
    12 days ago
    £13.5–£15.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We’re an independent Italian café and restaurant looking for a talented, adaptable individual to join our team as a Barista & Kitchen Assistant/Chef (Italian Speaker). This versatile role requires someone who can seamlessly switch between preparing high-quality coffee and assisting in the kitchen, depending on the day’s demands. About the Role Hours: Monday to Friday, with an early start and early finish (no late nights and weekends off!). Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve coffee, teas, and other beverages to a high standard., • Assist in the kitchen with food preparation and cooking as needed., • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in both café and kitchen areas., • Adapt to the needs of the day, whether working on the coffee machine or helping with kitchen tasks., • Support stock management (receiving deliveries, restocking supplies)., • Ensure excellent customer service and a welcoming atmosphere at all times. What We’re Looking For • Previous experience as a barista, kitchen assistant, or chef (training will also be provided)., • A love for Italian cuisine and passion for delivering excellent service., • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to different tasks and responsibilities., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of quality., • A reliable, team-oriented individual who thrives in a small, dynamic environment., • Good communication skills and a proactive attitude., • Italian speaker (mandatory) Why Join Us? • Career growth potential – possibility to progress into a Shop Manager role., • Opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment., • Be part of a friendly, close-knit team., • High work/life balance - Enjoy a stable weekday schedule with no weekend shifts., • Work in an authentic Italian café and restaurant with a loyal customer base.

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  • Sales Consultant
    Sales Consultant
    12 days ago
    £18000–£24000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chessington

    Sales, Marketing & Operations Coordinator (30–40 hours per week | Mostly Remote | UK-based) LONDON/SURREY AREA This role would suit a motivated, ambitious early‑career professional. About The Garage Roof Company The Garage Roof Company is a specialist contractor focused on asbestos garage roof removal and high-quality roof replacements. We work with homeowners, garage blocks, and larger-scale projects, and the business is growing quickly. We’re now looking for a capable, motivated Sales, Marketing & Operations Coordinator to help run the day-to-day of the company. This role is key to keeping the business organised, responsive, and professional — and will grow as the company continues to grow. About the Role This is a varied, hands-on role covering sales, customer communication, operations, and marketing. You’ll be the main point of contact for customers, manage enquiries and follow-ups, schedule jobs, support the teams on the ground, and help keep everything running smoothly. Your work will directly free up the business owner’s time to focus on growth, lead generation, and expanding into larger commercial and council contracts. This role suits someone who is: Confident on the phone A strong people person Organised and proactive Comfortable with technology and modern tools Keen to take ownership and grow with a business Working Pattern Mostly remote role Occasional office days may be required (for training, planning, or operational catch-ups) Flexible hours within 30–40 hours per week Key Responsibilities Sales & Customer Management Handling inbound enquiries and introductory customer calls Chasing quotes and following up warm leads Answering customer questions confidently and professionally Building trust and rapport with customers Operations & Scheduling Booking jobs into the diary Scheduling and organising work for installation teams Planning workloads weeks ahead Ensuring job details are clear and ready for smooth delivery Communications Managing WhatsApp follow-ups and customer updates Handling email and message-based communications Acting as the day-to-day communication hub of the business Invoicing & Admin Creating and sending invoices Tracking job progress and payments Keeping systems, records, and workflows organised Managing and working with our CRM program to track leads, customers, and jobs Marketing & Social Media Managing and posting content on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Creating social posts, graphics, and videos using Canva or similar tools Supporting brand presence and lead generation Assisting with marketing initiatives and campaigns Systems, AI & Automation (Bonus Area) Experience and growing knowledge of Using AI tools to improve efficiency Helping improve systems and processes Supporting or creating simple automations and workflows. Who We’re Looking For Confident and professional on the phone Strong communicator and people person Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks Comfortable with technology and learning new systems Self-motivated and able to work independently Keen to grow with the company and take on more responsibility over time Sales experience is a bonus, but not essential — attitude, confidence, and organisation are more important. Nice to Have (But Not Essential) Experience managing social media accounts Experience creating social media posts, graphics, or videos (Canva, CapCut, etc.) Familiarity with AI tools or automation platforms Basic coding or automation skills. N8N, MAKE etc. Experience in sales, operations, or a growing business What We Offer 30/40 hours per week £18,000/£24,000 Salary Additional Commission available based on performance Flexible part-time hours Mostly remote working Direct access to the business owner Holiday entitlement: pro-rata 5.6 weeks per year A role that will grow as the company grows, with increased responsibility and progression opportunities Real involvement in scaling a specialist, respected business Reporting Line You’ll report directly to the business owner and play a key role in how The Garage Roof Company operates and grows.

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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    20 days ago
    £13 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Toddlers Room – Jelly Bean Nursery Join our friendly and passionate team at Jelly Bean Nursery as a Nursery Practitioner in our Toddlers Room. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 practitioner who is enthusiastic about early years education and committed to providing high-quality care and learning experiences for young children. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will work alongside experienced colleagues to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop confidently. Key Responsibilities: • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS, • Support children’s personal, social, emotional, and physical development, • Create a warm, safe, and inclusive learning environment, • Observe, assess, and record children’s progress and achievements, • Build positive relationships with children, parents, and team members, • Follow safeguarding, health, and safety policies at all times Requirements: • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (or equivalent), • A genuine passion for working with young children, • Good communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to childcare What We Offer: • A supportive and welcoming team environment, • Opportunities for professional development and training, • A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children’s early lives If you are a motivated and caring Nursery Practitioner looking to grow your career in early years education, we would love to hear from you.

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  • Data Science Placement Programme
    Data Science Placement Programme
    26 days ago
    £25000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Bromley

    Are you looking to kick-start a new career as a Data Scientist? We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Data Science Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£25K-£45K) within 20 miles of your location upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part-time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 6-12 months: Step 1 - Full Data Science Career Training You will begin your data science journey by studying a selection of industry-recognized courses that will take you from beginner level all the way through to being qualified to work in a junior Data Scientist role. Through the interactive courses, you will gain knowledge in Python, R, Machine Learning, AI, and much more. You will also complete mini projects to gain practical experience and test your skills while you study. Step 2 - CompTIA Data+ CompTIA Data+ is an early-career data analytics certification for professionals tasked with developing and promoting data-driven business decision-making. It teaches Data Mining, Visualization, Data Governance & Data Analytics. In any industry, gaining official certifications is very important in the recruitment process. Therefore, this globally recognized certification will enhance your CV and make you stand out from the crowd. Step 3 - Official Exam The CompTIA Data+ exam will certify that you have knowledge and skills required to transform business requirements in support of data-driven decisions through mining and manipulating data, applying basic statistical methods, and analysing complex datasets while adhering to governance and quality standards. The exam is 90 minutes long and can be sat either in your local testing centre or online. Step 4 - Practical Projects Now that you have completed your theory training and official exams, you will be assigned 2 practical projects by your tutor. The projects are the most important part of the traineeship as it will showcase to employers that you have skills required to work in a data science role. The projects will use real world scenarios where you be utilising all of the skill that you have learned. Whilst you are progressing through the projects, you will have the ongoing support from your personal tutor. Once both projects have been completed and given the final sign off, you will have completed the traineeship and will be ready to move onto the recruitment stage. Your Data Science Role Once you have completed all of the mandatory training, which includes the online courses, practical projects and building your own portfolio, we will place you into a Data Scientist role, where you will be guaranteed a starting salary of £25K-£45K. We have partnered with a number of large organisations strategically located throughout the UK, providing a nationwide reach of jobs for our candidates. We guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion, or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. We have a proven track record of placing 1000+ candidates into new roles each year. Check out our website for our latest success stories. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in data science? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.

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  • Baker
    Baker
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    London

    About the Role We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Baker with a passion for healthy baking and a strong awareness of new viral bakery trends. The ideal candidate can prepare both classic products and innovative items that are popular on social media, such as trending pastries, TikTok recipes, seasonal viral desserts, and modern health-focused creations. Key Responsibilities -Prepare and bake a wide range of products including breads, pastries, cakes, and health-focused specialty items (vegan, gluten-free, low sugar, low carb). -Develop new, trending, and viral-ready items based on current market trends and social media inspiration (e.g., croissant variations, fusion pastries, protein desserts, viral cookies, aesthetic bakery items). -Maintain strict compliance with food hygiene, health and safety standards, and allergen management protocols. -Keep the kitchen, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and sanitized. -Monitor stock levels, ingredient freshness, and waste control. -Collaborate with the team to create seasonal menus and limited-edition viral products. Requirements -Proven experience as a baker or pastry chef. -Knowledge of modern baking trends, including viral items popular on TikTok, Instagram, and food blogs. -Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations (HACCP or equivalent). -Skilled in creating vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, and low-sugar recipes. -Creative, innovative mindset with the ability to develop visually appealing products. -Strong time management and ability to meet production deadlines. -Flexible schedule, including early mornings and weekends. Preferred Qualifications -Formal training in Culinary Arts or Food Safety certification. -Experience in trendy or health-focused bakeries/cafés. -Knowledge of nutrition, allergens, and alternative ingredients. What We Offer -Competitive salary and staff benefits. -A supportive and dynamic environment focused on creativity. -Opportunity to lead the creation of new viral menu items and shape future product lines. -Staff discounts and career development opportunities.

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