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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    4 days ago
    £46000–£48000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Caffe Concerto is seeking potential Head Chefs for the restaurants located at Central London, who will be directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training employees about methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation and cost control. Job Description : § Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portion, cooking and serving standards. § Make employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and disciplining kitchen employees. § Fill in where needed to ensure customer service standards and efficient operations. § Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner. § Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s maintenance programs. § Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare standards recipe cards for all new menu items. § Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries arc performed in accordance with the restaurant's receiving policies and procedures § Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures. § Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis. § Schedule kitchen staff as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and staff cost objectives are met. § Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures. § Oversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils. § Responsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices. § Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, and other equipment and food storage areas. § Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points. § Provide safety training in first aid, lifting and carrying objects and handling hazardous materials. Qualifications: § A minimum or 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, cooking, fry cook and expediter. § At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity. § Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and floor personnel and customers. § Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. § Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES § Each branch of Caffe Concerto has a General Manager and two Assistant Managers and a Head Chef § Head Chef generally are responsible in a way for assisting the head office with all of the administrative and human-resource functions of running the business, including recruiting new employees and monitoring employee performance and training. § The Head Chef is responsible for all food preparation activities, including running kitchen operations, planning menus, and maintaining quality standards for food service. § Head Chefs estimate food needs, place orders with distributors, and schedule the delivery of fresh food and supplies. They plan for routine services or deliveries, such as linen services or the heavy cleaning of floor or kitchen equipment, to occur during slow times or when the dining room is closed § Head Chef interview, hire, train, and, when necessary, fire employees with the operational manager’s permission. Retaining good employees is a major challenge. § Head Chef direct the cleaning of the kitchen areas and the washing of tableware, kitchen utensils, and equipment to comply with company and government sanitation standards. § Head Chefs schedule work hours, making sure that enough workers are present to cover each shift. If employees are unable to work, managers may have to call in alternates to cover for them or fill in themselves when needed. Managers have to keep the Timetable within budget without affecting the performance of the business. § Head Chefs may recruit employees by contacting agencies numbers can be found in managers contact list, or by reviewing CVs of applicant who drop these CVs at the branch. Managers oversee the training of new employees and explain the establishment’s policies and practices. Make sure that all staff has signed the health and safety forms. § Head Chefs must be good communicators. They need to speak well, often in several languages, with a diverse clientele and staff. They must motivate employees to work as a team, to ensure that food and service meet appropriate standards. Managers also must ensure that written supply orders are clear and unambiguous. § Head Chefs also monitor the actions of their employees and patrons on a continual basis to ensure the personal safety of everyone. They make sure that health and safety standards and local liquor regulations are obeyed. § Finally, head chefs are responsible for locking up the establishment, checking that ovens, grills, and lights are off, and switching on alarm systems Package : § Salary 46,000 to 48,000 Including Service Charge § Job Type Full Time, permanent. § Free staff Food § Staff Discounts on food & drinks § Training courses § Pension Scheme § Paid Holidays

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  • Waiter / Waitress
    Waiter / Waitress
    7 days ago
    £12.71–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We're looking for a Waiter Waitress to be remembered for creating great experiences. If you are charismatic, love interacting with guests, and passionate about what you do, then we want you to be our next Waiter Waitress! Join our team and build a career by taking advantage of our learning and development opportunities. EPIC PERKS: Flexible working hours available Share of service charge 50% discount for you + 5 friends at any of our venues! Your birthday lunch is on us Generous employee referral scheme - work with your friends! Money off your shopping at many high street stores Apprenticeship schemes to learn while you work Access to Wagestream for better money management Access to the award winning Hospitality Action Charity, offering an Employee Assistance Program Group wide Learning and Development opportunities WHAT YOU'LL NEED Waiter Waitress experience in a similar high-end venue Good level of English and comfortable with guest interaction WORK SOMEWHERE EPIC We are a London-based hospitality group of brave, bold and beautiful venues and sport bars. We're growing bigger, and we have lots of opportunities for you to progress with us. Join us and live by our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge. ETM are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives. The hourly rate shown is the addition of base rate and service charge, which is distributed to all staff through a Tronc Point system. We cannot guarantee an exact amount, but it is an historical estimate. If you are interested in being our new Waiter Waitress please click apply!

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  • Junior Sous Chef
    Junior Sous Chef
    21 days ago
    £12.21–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    In our kitchens as a Junior Sous Chef you'll turn the freshest of the British produce into beautifully presented dishes. We can help with training, flexible hours and giving you a work-life balance. Passion is the main ingredient we look for in all our kitchens. EPIC PERKS: • Flexible working hours available, • Share of service charge, • 50% discount for you + 5 friends at any of our venues!, • Your birthday lunch is on us, • Generous employee referral scheme - work with your friends!, • Money off your shopping at many high street stores, • Apprenticeship schemes to learn while you work, • Access to Wagestream for better money management, • Access to the award winning Hospitality Action Charity, offering an Employee Assistance Program, • Group wide Learning and Development opportunities WHAT YOU'LL NEED • 2 years + experience in a similar role in a high quality kitchen, • Willingness for progression to the next step within back-of-house operation, • Ability to contribute to menus developments, recipes and their specs, • Knowledge of FS and HS regulations and of most common HR practices, • Experience with staff training and development, • Experience with ordering and stock and cost margins control WORK SOMEWHERE EPIC We are a London-based hospitality group of brave, bold and beautiful venues and sport bars. We're growing bigger, and we have lots of opportunities for you to progress with us. Join us and live by our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge. ETM are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives. The hourly rate shown is the addition of base rate and service charge, which is distributed to all staff through a Tronc Point system. We cannot guarantee an exact amount, but it is an historical estimate. If you are interested in being our new Sous Chef please click apply!

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  • Career Opportunities at Red Construction Group Ltd
    Career Opportunities at Red Construction Group Ltd
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    London

    Location: London & Various UK Project Sites Head Office: Dunstan House, St Cross St, Farringdon, London EC1N 8XA Join Our Growing Team Red Construction Group Ltd is a leading main contractor delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across the United Kingdom. Due to continued expansion and a strong project pipeline, we are seeking experienced, motivated, and professional individuals across multiple disciplines to join our London division and nationwide project teams. We invite applications for the following positions: 🏗️ Site & Project Management Roles Construction Director Project Director Project Manager Contracts Manager Site Manager Assistant Site Manager Site Supervisor Clerk of Works Works Manager 📐 Commercial & Cost Management Commercial Manager Quantity Surveyor Senior Quantity Surveyor Assistant Quantity Surveyor Estimator Cost Manager Procurement Manager Bid Manager / Tender Manager 🏢 Design & Technical Roles Design Manager Architect Architectural Technologist Structural Engineer Civil Engineer Building Services Engineer (M&E Engineer) CAD Technician BIM Manager / BIM Coordinator 👷 On-Site Trade & Skilled Roles General Operative / Labourer Bricklayer Carpenter / Joiner Electrician Plumber Groundworker Plant Operator Steel Fixer Painter & Decorator Roofer Scaffolder 🛡️ Health, Safety & Compliance Health & Safety Manager HSE Advisor Environmental Manager Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Compliance Officer Fire Safety Officer 📊 Planning & Support Roles Planning Manager Construction Planner Document Controller Scheduler Logistics Manager Office Manager HR Manager Finance Manager Accounts Administrator 🏘️ Specialist Roles Facade Engineer Temporary Works Coordinator Geotechnical Engineer Highways Engineer Utilities Coordinator Facilities Manager Building Control Surveyor Candidate Requirements Relevant academic and/or professional qualifications (where applicable) Proven experience within the UK construction sector Strong communication and organisational skills Commitment to quality, safety, and programme delivery Valid right to work in the United Kingdom What We Offer Competitive salary packages Career progression opportunities Ongoing professional development Dynamic and collaborative working environment Involvement in high-profile London and UK-wide projects Tony O'Farrell Divisional Director – London Red Construction Group Ltd Dunstan House, St Cross St Farringdon London EC1N 8XA United Kingdom

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  • Senior Chef de Partie
    Senior Chef de Partie
    21 days ago
    £12.21–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    In our kitchens as a Chef de Partie you'll turn the freshest of the British produce into beautifully presented dishes. We can help with training, flexible hours. Passion is the main ingredient we look for in all our kitchens. EPIC PERKS: Share of service charge 50% discount for you + 5 friends at any of our venues! Your birthday lunch is on us Generous employee referral scheme - work with your friends! Money off your shopping at many high street stores Apprenticeship schemes to learn while you work Access to Wagestream for better money management Access to the award winning Hospitality Action Charity, offering an Employee Assistance Program Group wide Learning and Development opportunities WHAT YOU'LL NEED 2 years + Chef De Partie experience at a quality level Good level of English Understanding of recipes specs and how to reproduce them Ability to handle a fast paced kitchen environment Understanding of section ordering and stock control WORK SOMEWHERE EPIC We are a London-based hospitality group of brave, bold and beautiful venues and sport bars. We're growing bigger, and we have lots of opportunities for you to progress with us. Join us and live by our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge. ETM are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives. The hourly rate shown is the addition of base rate and service charge, which is distributed to all staff through a Tronc Point system. We cannot guarantee an exact amount, but it is an historical estimate. If you are interested in being our new Chef de Partie please click apply!

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