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  • Supervisor
    Supervisor
    1 day ago
    £13.25–£13.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    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 17 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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  • 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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  • Delivery Driver
    Delivery Driver
    6 days ago
    £12.71–£13.98 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    • Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Moped Delivery Driver 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 17 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.... We're hiring for safe and respectful drivers to deliver our delicious pizzas hot'n'fresh across multiple sites in London! You must have excellent navigation and customer service skills. We can offer a fun working environment with a fantastic team and provide everything including mopeds, insurance and equipment. You'll get hands-on training from an experienced team and brilliant opportunities to work your way up in the business if you seek progression and want to learn new skills such as management or pizza chef skills. What's on offer: • **Paying £12.71 per hour • Winter bonus of £1.27 per hour starting 5th of October. Terms and conditions apply * Fully insured 110cc Mopeds and weatherproof equipment provided, • Permanent contract - up to 5 shifts per week depending on the needs of the business., • All overtime is paid for, • Opportunities to progress to Senior Driver Position, • Payment every 2 weeks, • Team Tips paid monthly based on how many hours you work, • Other bonus incentives and refer-a-friend scheme, • We'll pay half of CBT renewals (Terms apply), • With our in-house Training programs you can become a manager or a pizza chef! Essential requirements: • Available to work Friday and Saturday evenings (shifts finish up to 11.30pm), • 18 years and over, • CBT Licence, or category A (motorcycle) licence & UK drivers licence, • Working smart phone with data & good knowledge of local areas, • Excellent navigation, customer service skills, • Great time management Other perks include: • Free pizza on every shift, • Staff parties throughout the year, • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us, • CBT Scheme where we pay for 50% of renewals (terms and conditions apply), • 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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  • Driver Stock Taker - Alperton/Wembley & Morden
    Driver Stock Taker - Alperton/Wembley & Morden
    8 days ago
    £13.35–£13.55 hourly
    Full-time
    Morden

    Retail Stock Taker Driver RGIS is the UK’s leading stocktaking company, working with top retailers such as Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Waitrose. We are looking for energetic and reliable people to join our growing teams. No experience is needed – we provide full training and offer flexible shifts to fit your lifestyle. As a Retail Stock Taker Driver, you will work as part of an experienced and supportive team, counting and scanning products using our RGIS handheld device, usually outside of store opening hours. You might not know RGIS yet, but you’ll definitely recognize the stores you’ll be working with! In addition to participating in the stocktaking event, you will also be responsible for transporting our teams to and from customers sites, using either your own vehicle of one of the company’s fleet. Every shift brings something new – that variety is one of the things our teams love most about working with us. Ready to start your flexible and rewarding career with RGIS? Apply today and join our team! We are looking for people who are: • Punctual, reliable and great team players, • Comfortable working unsociable hours, including early mornings, late nights and Sundays, • Thorough and precise in their work, • Physically able to stand for long periods and use ladders/step stools safely, • Full UK Driving licence with a safe and responsible driving style What we offer • The opportunity to earn up to £15.55 per hour, • Starting hourly rate up to £13.55, • Up to £2 per hour additional performance-based bonus, • Additional payments for travel events, • Mileage compensation payments when using own vehicle for work, • Up to 28 days’ paid holiday per year, • Guaranteed-hours contract (16–32 hours) available after the probation period, depending on performance and availability, • Flexible work schedules received three weeks in advance via our dedicated app, • Fantastic career progression opportunities We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - RGIS is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer

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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    23 days ago
    £28500–£31075 yearly
    Full-time
    Surrey

    Qualified Nursery Practitioner Level 2/3 Location: Croydon (West Wickham) Salary: £28,500.to £31,075. Contract: Full-time, Permanent, We are recruiting on behalf of our client who is looking for a fantastic full-time Nursery Practitioner opportunity available for an enthusiastic and versatile Level 2 or Level 3 qualified practitioner in our nursery in Croydon. Responsibilities: of the Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner: • To act as a key worker and provide care for a small group of children, • Using your knowledge of the EYFS, help plan daily activities and provide suitable play and learning opportunities, • To write learning journeys for your key children and contribute to room planning, • To ensure children develop and learn in a safe, stimulating and supportive environment, • To monitor children’s progress and share information about their development with parents and carers, • To carry out all duties associated with caring for your key group and supporting the daily nursery routine What we’re looking for: • Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Qualification (required), • Experience is essential working with children aged 0-5, • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices, • Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues, • A warm, nurturing approach with a genuine love for supporting children’s development, • Previous experience working in an early years setting, • The right to work in the UK What we offer: • A supportive, welcoming team environment, • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities for a Nursery Practitioner, • Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications), • Opportunities for career progression All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, join the DBS Update Service and provide two suitable references confirming their suitability to work with children. Apply today send your most up-to-date CV. Plus Staff Recruitment is a specialist Early Years and Education Recruitment Company working with Nurseries and Primary Schools settings across London, Kent and Surrey. We respect candidate confidentiality and will not share your profile to our clients or request any references without your consent. We cater for all Early Years jobs and currently have Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, QTS, Montessori, Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies Plus Staff Recruitment are an Equal Opportunities Employer

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  • Childcare Assistant
    Childcare Assistant
    23 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    New Malden

    Role Overview & Purpose • Job Title: Childminding Assistant, • Responsible To: The registered childminder, • Purpose of the Role: To support the lead childminder in delivering high-quality care, implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, and maintaining a secure, clean, and organized home-based childcare environment. [1, 3] Key Responsibilities & Duties • Childcare and Supervision: Assist with daily routines, including welcoming children, engaging in play-based learning, and supervising indoor and outdoor activities. [2], • Personal Care: Help with feeding, preparing nutritious snacks/meals, changing nappies, and managing toilet training where applicable. [4], • Outings and School Runs: Accompany the childminder on local walks, park visits, and school/nursery pick-ups and drop-offs., • Environment Maintenance: Keep play areas, equipment, and dining spaces clean, tidy, and compliant with health and safety standards. [5], • Documentation and Communication: Assist in recording daily activities, observations, and incident logs (such as minor bumps or accidents) while maintaining strict confidentiality. [4, 5] Essential Requirements & Qualifications • Safeguarding & Welfare: A solid understanding of child protection policies and willingness to undergo required safeguarding training., • DBS Check: An Enhanced DBS check with barred lists, registered on the update service., • First Aid: A valid 12-hour Paediatric First Aid certificate (mandatory if left in sole charge of children for short periods)., • Personal Attributes: Patience, reliability, physical fitness for active outdoor play, and a warm, positive attitude.

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  • Driver Stock Taker -  Morden & Wembley
    Driver Stock Taker - Morden & Wembley
    1 month ago
    £13.35–£13.55 hourly
    Full-time
    Morden

    Retail Stock Taker Driver RGIS is the UK’s leading stocktaking company, working with top retailers such as Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Waitrose. We are looking for energetic and reliable people to join our growing teams. No experience is needed – we provide full training and offer flexible shifts to fit your lifestyle. As a Retail Stock Taker Driver, you will work as part of an experienced and supportive team, counting and scanning products using our RGIS handheld device, usually outside of store opening hours. You might not know RGIS yet, but you’ll definitely recognize the stores you’ll be working with! In addition to participating in the stocktaking event, you will also be responsible for transporting our teams to and from customers sites, using either your own vehicle of one of the company’s fleet. Every shift brings something new – that variety is one of the things our teams love most about working with us. Ready to start your flexible and rewarding career with RGIS? Apply today and join our team! We are looking for people who are: • Punctual, reliable and great team players, • Comfortable working unsociable hours, including early mornings, late nights and Sundays, • Thorough and precise in their work, • Physically able to stand for long periods and use ladders/step stools safely, • Full UK Driving licence with a safe and responsible driving style What we offer • The opportunity to earn up to £15.55 per hour, • Starting hourly rate up to £13.55, • Up to £2 per hour additional performance-based bonus, • Additional payments for travel events, • Mileage compensation payments when using own vehicle for work, • Up to 28 days’ paid holiday per year, • Guaranteed-hours contract (16–32 hours) available after the probation period, depending on performance and availability, • Flexible work schedules received three weeks in advance via our dedicated app, • Fantastic career progression opportunities We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - RGIS is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer

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  • Driver Stock Taker -  Morden & Alperton/Wembley
    Driver Stock Taker - Morden & Alperton/Wembley
    2 months ago
    £13.35–£13.55 hourly
    Full-time
    Morden

    Retail Stock Taker Driver RGIS is the UK’s leading stocktaking company, working with top retailers such as Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Waitrose. We are looking for energetic and reliable people to join our growing teams. No experience is needed – we provide full training and offer flexible shifts to fit your lifestyle. As a Retail Stock Taker Driver, you will work as part of an experienced and supportive team, counting and scanning products using our RGIS handheld device, usually outside of store opening hours. You might not know RGIS yet, but you’ll definitely recognize the stores you’ll be working with! In addition to participating in the stocktaking event, you will also be responsible for transporting our teams to and from customers sites, using either your own vehicle of one of the company’s fleet. Every shift brings something new – that variety is one of the things our teams love most about working with us. Ready to start your flexible and rewarding career with RGIS? Apply today and join our team! We are looking for people who are: • Punctual, reliable and great team players, • Comfortable working unsociable hours, including early mornings, late nights and Sundays, • Thorough and precise in their work, • Physically able to stand for long periods and use ladders/step stools safely, • Full UK Driving licence with a safe and responsible driving style What we offer • The opportunity to earn up to £15.55 per hour, • Starting hourly rate up to £13.55, • Up to £2 per hour additional performance-based bonus, • Additional payments for travel events, • Mileage compensation payments when using own vehicle for work, • Up to 28 days’ paid holiday per year, • Guaranteed-hours contract (16–32 hours) available after the probation period, depending on performance and availability, • Flexible work schedules received three weeks in advance via our dedicated app, • Fantastic career progression opportunities We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - RGIS is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer

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