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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    2 days ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    Brent, London

    We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly early years team. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care, learning and development opportunities for children aged 0–5 years. You will help create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities -Provide warm, responsive and attentive care to children. -Plan and support fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities. -Support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS. -Observe and record children’s progress and development. -Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers. -Support children with meals, personal care and daily routines. -Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming nursery environment. -Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies. -Work effectively as part of a supportive and professional team. About You We are looking for someone who is: -Passionate about working with young children. -Caring, patient and reliable. -A good communicator and team player. -Enthusiastic, creative and willing to learn. -Committed to providing high-quality childcare. -Able to support children’s individual needs and development. A relevant Early Years qualification, such as Level 2 or Level 3, is desirable. Experience working with children in an early years setting is also an advantage.

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  • Junior Sous Chef
    Junior Sous Chef
    3 days ago
    £40000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Junior Sous Chef Candidate Requirements: • Proven ability to maintain high food quality and consistency during service, • Strong understanding of recipe specs, food prep methods, and portion control, • Commitment to upholding presentation standards and kitchen discipline, • Familiarity with BOH systems including Check 365, MarketMan, and other MJMK platforms, • Confidence in placing accurate orders, stock control, and invoice entry, • Experience managing kitchen maintenance and equipment issues efficiently, • Ability to train, onboard, and support new team members effectively, • Experience following HR procedures around performance, conduct, and development, • Positive leadership style that builds morale and motivates junior team members, • Champion of culture and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Strong eye for cost control (labour, stock, waste) within set budgets, • Skilled in tracking invoice discrepancies and managing supplier costs, • Understanding of FIFO stock rotation and waste minimisation techniques, • Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and delegate clearly, • Support the Head Chef by communicating supplier, staff, or kitchen concerns early, • Confident in coaching senior team on leadership and training techniques What We Offer Our Sous Chef: • 50% discount across all MJMK restaurants, • Up to £500 team referral bonus, • Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year, • An anniversary scheme to reward loyalty each year you are 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, • Company sick pay after one year of service About Casa Our journey began in 2018 with the launch of Casa do Frango in London Bridge – a Portuguese grill concept inspired by Marco's Portuguese heritage and fond memories of his upbringing in Southern Portugal. Offering a menu of fresh, wood charcoal-grilled dishes in a warm atmosphere, it quickly became a local favourite. Building on this success, we were fortunate to be able to expand Casa to the neighbourhoods of Mayfair (2022) and Victoria (2023). We're looking for a Sous Chef to join our team at Casa Mayfair who will embody our passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and help us continue to grow. The site welcomes around 1300 guest each week, a 125-cover dinning space, 100 cover event space/bar, two private dining room and a small terrace. We are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our guests and nurturing a positive, energetic work environment for our team. After winning Disruptor Brand at the 2023 Peach 20/20 Hero & Icon Awards and Emerging Concept at the MCA Hospitality Awards 2023, there's never been a better time to join us. With our expansion continuing in 2025, career progression opportunities are endless. 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 fine dining restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star, named one the World's 50 Best Restaurants list. 2024 saw the launch of two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair—our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra—and AngloThai in Marylebone, the debut restaurant from husband-and-wife team John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star. At 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. September, saw the opening of Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia.

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  • Senior Sous Chef
    Senior Sous Chef
    3 days ago
    £50000–£55000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Senior Sous Chef – AngloThai - Marylebone £50,000 to £55,000 (dependent on experience) Location: 22-24 Seymour Place, W1H 7NL · Full-time, site-based AngloThai is a Michelin-starred, Thai-inspired restaurant on Seymour Place in London, the debut permanent home of husband-and-wife team John and Desiree Chantarasak. John's cooking reimagines Thai flavours through hyper-seasonal British produce, served across a 50-cover dining room and Baan, our 16-cover private dining room, with a wine programme led by Desiree. As the restaurant grows, we are looking for an exceptional, passionate Senior Sous Chef to join the team. As Senior Sous Chef, you will own the day-to-day running of the kitchen alongside the Head Chef, leading a talented team and protecting the standards the kitchen is known for. You will lead by example on the pass, making sure every dish leaves the kitchen exactly as John intends, and step up to run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence. You will report to the Head Chef and support the full operation of the restaurant, the kitchen and Baan. This role will suit an experienced sous chef or senior sous chef from a premium or Michelin-starred kitchen, who leads from the front, cares deeply about produce, and wants to grow a team as well as their own craft. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who lives and breathes hospitality. Key Responsibilities • Run the kitchen day to day alongside the Head Chef, upholding the standard on every dish., • Lead by example on the pass, checking every plate before it leaves the kitchen., • Step up to run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, keeping service smooth and consistent., • Support the full operation of the restaurant, the kitchen and Baan, our private dining room., • Motivate and inspire the team to give their best every shift., • Coach and develop the team, building their leadership skills and confidence., • Manage ordering, stock and supplier relationships accurately., • Uphold food safety, allergen management and health and safety standards always., • Work with fresh, top-quality, seasonal produce to the restaurant's exacting standards., • Keep the kitchen, equipment and storage in excellent order, flagging maintenance early. What We're Looking For We are looking for a natural leader who thrives in a fast, high-standards kitchen and brings the best out of the people around them. • You will bring:Experience as a sous chef or senior sous chef in a premium or Michelin-starred kitchen., • A hands-on leadership style that nurtures and grows a team., • Confidence working with fresh, top-quality, seasonal ingredients., • Strong skills in ordering, stock management and supplier communication., • A solid grounding in food safety, allergen management and health and safety., • The ability to coach team members and build their leadership skills., • The ability to step up and lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, keeping service consistent., • Excellent organisation, attention to detail and communication., • Genuine passion for food, wine and hospitality., • Drive and ambition, with a hunger to keep learning, develop your craft and grow with us. What We Offer • 50% team discount across all MJMK restaurants., • Up to £500 team referral bonus., • Opportunity to grow within one of London's most ambitious hospitality groups., • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year with us., • Company sick pay after one year, up to five days., • Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days., • Mental health and well-being assistance via Hospitality Action, offering free advice and counselling., • Enhanced pension contributions after 5 years with us., • Anniversary scheme reward for every year you're with us. About MJMK Restaurants MJMK Restaurants owns and operates 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. 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 team 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. We're building ambitious restaurant brands with a focus on quality, creativity and guest experience, and we're just getting started.

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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    10 days ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    We are looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly early years team. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and thrive. You will work closely with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging activities that support children's individual interests, development and learning. We are looking for someone who is reliable, professional and genuinely passionate about working with children and making a positive difference to their early years experiences. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years., • Build warm, positive and trusting relationships with children and their families., • Support children's learning and development in line with theEarly Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Plan and provide engaging, age-appropriate activities based on children's interests and developmental needs., • Observe, assess and record children's progress and contribute to their individual learning journeys., • Support children's personal, social and emotional development., • Encourage children's independence, confidence and communication skills., • Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment., • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, hygiene and nursery policies and procedures., • Work effectively as part of a team and communicate professionally with colleagues and parents/carers., • Support daily routines including meals, sleep times, nappy changing and personal care where appropriate., • Attend staff meetings, training and professional development opportunities., • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the nursery and the quality of care provided. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is: • Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Early Years/Early Education and Care, or working towards an appropriate qualification., • Passionate about supporting children's learning and development., • Warm, caring, patient and approachable., • A good communicator with children, parents and colleagues., • Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team., • Confident in planning and delivering engaging activities., • Able to observe children's development and contribute to accurate records., • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children., • Willing to learn, develop and undertake relevant training., • Professional and positive in their approach to their work. What We Offer • Competitive salary., • Supportive and friendly team environment., • Opportunities for training and professional development., • Opportunities for career progression., • Staff benefits, • Employee wellbeing support., • Annual leave entitlement [insert details]., • Pension scheme., • A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young children's lives. Safeguarding Sylvia's HAppy Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references and verification of qualifications, in accordance with our safer recruitment procedures

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  • Chef Kitchen Manager - Permanent Full-time
    Chef Kitchen Manager - Permanent Full-time
    24 days ago
    £15–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Chef Kitchen Manager – Dan & Decarlo (East Finchley) We’re looking for a reliable and experienced chef to lead the kitchen at Dan & Decarlo, a busy independent coffee shop in East Finchley. At Dan & Decarlo we pride ourself on serving the very best traditional breakfasts, and sandwiches, alongside our speciality coffee, pastries, and cakes. This is a hands-on role for someone who can take full ownership of the kitchen, maintain high standards, and keep service running smoothly day to day. The Role You will be responsible for the full day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all areas. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily kitchen operations and service, • Manage and lead the kitchen team, • Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards, • Plan and manage staff rotas, • Control stock, ordering, and supplier relationships, • Monitor and manage food costs and wastage, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, • Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards are met, • Train, develop, and support kitchen staff, • Manage prep schedules and service flow, • Handle equipment maintenance and report issues, • Work closely with front-of-house to ensure smooth service, • Drive efficiency and improve kitchen processes Requirements • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef role, • Strong leadership and organisational skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance, • Reliable, proactive, and hands-on approach What We Offer • £14.50 starting wage, • Free food & drink on shift, • Stable, structured working environment, • Support from ownership and management, • Opportunity to take real ownership of a kitchen, • Share of TRONC, • Early finishes and balanced shift patterns If you’re someone who takes pride in running a tight, efficient kitchen, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short introduction.

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  • Montessori Trainee Lead Guide Babies and Toddlers
    Montessori Trainee Lead Guide Babies and Toddlers
    2 months ago
    £24000–£34000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Pay: £24,000.00-£32,000.00 per year Job Description: Are you a calm, caring and passionate Early Years professional looking for an exciting new opportunity? At Montessori Nest, we are opening the doors to our beautiful new nursery in West Hampstead this October, and we are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our growing team. Whether you already have Montessori experience or have worked in an EYFS setting and are eager to learn, we would love to hear from you. About You You will have: • A Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent recognised in the UK)., • Experience working with babies and toddlers (0–3 years)., • A calm, warm and nurturing approach., • A genuine passion for supporting young children's development., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills., • A willingness to learn and grow professionally. Most importantly, you enjoy building trusting relationships with children and families and want to make a real difference every day. What You'll Be Doing As part of our close-knit team, you will: • Support the daily care, wellbeing and learning of babies and toddlers., • Help create a calm, safe and beautiful prepared environment., • Encourage children's independence through respectful interactions., • Build warm partnerships with families., • Work collaboratively with experienced Montessori educators to provide exceptional care and education. Montessori Experience? Previous Montessori experience is not essential. If you have worked in an EYFS setting and are curious about the Montessori approach, we will support you every step of the way. Through mentoring, guidance and ongoing professional development, you will learn how to apply Montessori principles in practice and grow alongside our experienced team. Why Join Montessori Nest? At Montessori Nest, we believe that our team is at the heart of everything we do. We are not simply looking for another member of staff. We are looking for someone who wants to become a valued member of our growing Montessori family. We offer: • Salary: from £24,000 per annum to £34,000 per annum, • Ongoing mentoring and professional development., • Full support and training in Montessori philosophy and practice., • The opportunity to help shape a brand-new nursery from the very beginning., • A beautiful environment designed for both children and educators to thrive., • A warm, supportive workplace where kindness, collaboration and respect are at the centre of everything we do. If you are passionate about giving young children the very best start in life and would love to grow with us as Montessori Nest begins its exciting journey, we would be delighted to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you would love to join the Montessori Nest family.

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