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Job responsibilities: Supervise and coordinate front‑of-house staff including shift scheduling and daily duties. Ensure customers receive timely, polite, and high-quality service. Coordinate between kitchen and front‑of-house to ensure orders are served correctly and on time. Handle customer inquiries, feedback, complaints or special requests politely and effectively. Oversee cleanliness and hygiene in dining and service areas, ensuring high standards. Monitor stock of front‑of-house items (napkins, condiments, packaging for takeaway, etc.) and liaise with kitchen or management to restock. Support management in improving service, workflow and customer experience. Job specification: Good customer service skills. Strong organisational and time‑management skills. Confident to direct a small team. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as needed.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Waiter/Waitress to join our passionate team at The Fat Crab, located in North Cheam SM3 9AE The Fat Crab in Surrey , we are specialising in seafood !!!! Our opening hours: Tuesday – Friday 16:00-23.00 Saturday 12:30-23.00 Sunday 12:30-22.00 Closed on Mondays. What you do as Waiter/ Waitress : You pride yourself on having excellent product knowledge and going the extra mile to create memorable guest experiences. You’re confident to run and supervise, cleaning, taking orders, answering phone and managing bookings. You thrive on teamwork and support colleagues to guarantee guests always have a fully positive dining experience. You’re keen to use your interpersonal skills, energy, and passion for food to ensure the highest standards and performance targets are constantly achieved. We are ideally looking for candidates who: Have previous experience working within a restaurant. environment. This is a part-time opportunity and must be age of 18 or over. you need to be available to work on weekends and evenings. If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests’ experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you.

Ritzy Lounge is currently seeking enthusiastic and customer-oriented waitresses to join our team. As a waitress at Ritzy Lounge, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional service to our patrons while maintaining a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Your primary goal will be to ensure that our guests have a memorable experience. Responsibilities: Greet and seat guests in a friendly and efficient manner. Take accurate food and beverage orders from customers. Provide recommendations on menu items and answer any questions or concerns. Serve food and drinks promptly and accurately. Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tables, chairs, and dining utensils. Ensure guests' needs are met throughout their visit, including refilling beverages and accommodating special requests. Process payments and provide accurate change to customers. Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth service flow. Adhere to health and safety guidelines and sanitation standards. Requirements: Previous experience as a waitress or in the food service industry is preferred but not required. Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Basic math skills for processing payments accurately. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Join our team at Ritzy Lounge and be a part of an exciting and dynamic dining experience. To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you!

🍸 Bartender / Waitress – Part-Time (Friday & Saturday) Location: Tooting Broadway Market, London Venue: Independent Cocktail Bar We’re looking for friendly, confident, and energetic people to join our team at our vibrant cocktail bar inside Tooting Broadway Market. About the Role This is a part-time weekend position (Friday and Saturday evenings) ideal for someone who enjoys a lively atmosphere and loves engaging with customers. You’ll be working both behind the bar and in front of it, helping to prepare cocktails, serve drinks, welcome guests, and make sure everyone has a great experience. Main Responsibilities Prepare and serve cocktails, wines, and spirits to a high standard. Welcome and interact with customers in a friendly and professional way. Take orders and serve drinks or small plates to tables when needed. Keep the bar area clean, organised, and well-stocked. Support the team with opening and closing duties. Promote the bar’s atmosphere by engaging with guests and creating a positive vibe. Requirements Previous experience in a bar, cocktail bar, or hospitality setting is preferred. Good communication and spoken English. Confident, outgoing, and customer-focused personality. Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a small team. Must be available Friday and Saturday evenings. What We Offer Friendly team and fun working environment inside one of South London’s most popular markets. Training on cocktails and drinks preparation (for those willing to learn). Staff discounts on food and drinks. Opportunity to grow with the brand

Your average day starts at 6am - an easy commute to West Dulwich is therefore imperative. You start the day baking focaccia, prepping sandwiches for both sites. Prep for lunch service (we make every thing fresh every day, small batches) and run service with a KP. You're out the door at 3pm! Occasional evenings for special events. You must have experience with focaccia and pizza. You must enjoy making simple recipes and following instructions. Our team is friendly and easy going but we our standards are high. You will work closely with the chef and have opportunities to be creative.

Job Title: Front of House Event Manager (Part-Time / Ad Hoc) Location: London, UK Contract Type: Part-Time / Ad Hoc Basis Salary: Competitive hourly rate (DOE) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Front of House Event Manager to join our dynamic events team on a part-time, ad hoc basis. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering exceptional service within banqueting and conference environments, with the confidence to lead a team and ensure seamless event execution. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a front of house team of six or more staff during events, ensuring smooth operation and excellent guest service., • Oversee the setup, delivery, and breakdown of banqueting, conference, and corporate events., • Liaise with clients, kitchen teams, and event coordinators to ensure all event details are delivered to the highest standard., • Conduct pre-event briefings and delegate tasks effectively to team members., • Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene, and professionalism at all times., • Troubleshoot and resolve any issues promptly to ensure a flawless guest experience., • Ensure compliance with health and safety and food hygiene regulations. Requirements • Minimum two years’ experience in a similar Front of House or Event Management role., • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience supervising six or more staff., • Demonstrable experience in banqueting, conferences, and corporate events., • Excellent communication and organisational skills., • Professional, calm under pressure, and guest-focused., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours on an ad hoc basis., • Right to work in the UK. Desirable • Experience in high-end venues, hotels, or corporate hospitality., • Personal licence or first aid certification (advantageous but not essential). How to Apply Please send your CV and a short cover note detailing your relevant experience and availability

Join the Adventure: Full-Time Events Sales & Management Role at GO Action Forest Are you a confident communicator with a passion for people, sales, and outdoor experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, fun, and supportive environment? Then we want to hear from you! GO Action Forest is South London & Surrey’s ultimate outdoor action venue, proudly home to GO Paintball London and GO Laser Tag London. Set across an epic 50-acre purpose-built forest in Whyteleafe, we run the UK’s leading Paintball and Forest Laser Tag events, led by the former UK #1 Paintball Player. We’re now looking for an enthusiastic, sales-driven team player to join our growing Events management team as an Events Organiser - helping customers organise unforgettable experiences and making the magic happen out in the forest. The Role: Sales & Events Organiser This full-time role splits your time between our friendly Warlingham office and our stunning Forest venue in Whyteleafe. You’ll play a vital role in the customer journey - from first enquiry to final mission. Your Responsibilities Include: • Speaking to warm leads – friendly phone calls, WhatsApp messages, and emails to help customers plan epic birthdays, stag dos, or group adventures, • Using your sales skills to convert enquiries into bookings and upsell fun event upgrades, • Supporting event days from the hub of the forest as an Events Manager - including sign-ins, check-ins, face-to-face sales, team briefings, and group management, • Building strong rapport with customers, guiding them from “we’re thinking of booking…” to “that was the best day ever!” You’ll receive full training across all aspects of the role, with opportunities to grow in sales, logistics, customer service, event support, marketing, partnerships and team leadership. Who We're Looking For: No prior experience? No problem - full training is provided. However, the following experience or traits would be a strong advantage: • Experience in sales or telesales, • A background in events or outdoor activity environments, • Confidence in outbound calling and following up warm leads, • Comfortable working towards targets and achieving results, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • A positive, team-first attitude and willingness to get stuck in, • Leadership qualities to motivate both customers and teammates, • Comfortable using CRM systems, WhatsApp, and digital communication tools Location & Hours: • Full-time, based between our Warlingham office and Whyteleafe forest venue, • Salary: £24,400 - £26,000 OTE, depending on experience and performance What We Offer: • A fun, supportive and motivated team of 50+ outdoor event staff, • 1-on-1 training and ongoing e-learning support, • Real variety - working both in the office and at our forest One of the most unique and exciting things about our culture at GO Action Forest is that every team member plays a key role in shaping our future. Your input will be valued across the board - whether it’s improving existing processes, pitching fresh ideas, helping develop future activities and projects, or even contributing to decisions around new business ventures and acquisitions. We believe the best ideas come from within the team, and we’re always evolving together. How to Apply: Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter (without using AI), to explain: • Why you’re a great fit for this role, • How you’d bring energy, drive and customer care to our team If your application is successful, we’ll reach out via WhatsApp to arrange the next steps. Please ensure your mobile number (linked to WhatsApp) is included and correct on your CV. We can’t wait to meet our next team legend. Join us and help make amazing adventures happen! Kind regards, The GO Action Forest Team Whyteleafe, Surrey | Warlingham, South London

🍕 Job Opportunity: Full-Time Pizza Chef – New Store Opening 🍕 Location: Croydon Company: The Real Pizza Company Position: Full-Time /Part Time Pizza Chef Salary: £12.50-£13.50 per hour Start Date: Asap We're Opening a New Store – and We Need a Pizza Pro! The Real Pizza Company is expanding! As we open the doors to our brand-new location, we're looking for an experienced, passionate, and creative Pizza Chef to lead the kitchen and deliver the exceptional quality our brand is known for. If you're someone who lives and breathes authentic pizza, knows their way around a wood-fired oven, and loves working with fresh, high-quality ingredients – we want to hear from you. 🔥 What You’ll Be Doing: • Preparing and cooking a wide range of pizzas to our exacting standards, • Managing dough preparation, stretching, topping, and baking, • Maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment, • Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met at all times, • Assisting with menu development and seasonal specials, • Working collaboratively with the front-of-house team to deliver a top-notch customer experience 👨‍🍳 What We’re Looking For: • Previous experience in Yard sale pizza,Franco Manca,Pizza Pilgrim,Fireaway required., • Passion for Italian food and high-quality ingredients, • Strong work ethic and attention to detail, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Team player with a positive attitude, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed 🎁 What We Offer: • Competitive full-time salary, • Opportunities for career growth and training, • Staff discounts and meals on shift, • A supportive team environment, • The chance to be part of an exciting new opening with a growing brand.

Sweet Jerk is all about good food, good vibes, and real Caribbean flavour. We serve tasty, feel-good food fast — not fancy, just proper flavour done right. We’ve been open in Beckenham for just over a year and we’re growing fast — with big plans to open more sites. This is your chance to join a team that’s building something special and help shape how our kitchens run. The Role We’re looking for a Kitchen Crew Lead — someone who’s worked in a busy kitchen and knows how to run a smooth shift. If you’ve led or trained others in places like Nando’s, Wingstop, Five Guys, or McDonald’s, this will feel familiar. You’ll be the one keeping the kitchen organised, supporting your crew, and making sure every meal hits Sweet Jerk standards. You’ll also help new starters learn the ropes, keep on top of prep, and make sure the kitchen always runs clean, safe, and smooth. Key Responsibilities • Lead and motivate the back-of-house team to deliver high-quality, consistent food at speed., • Manage prep levels, ticket times, and service flow for smooth, efficient operation., • Train and develop team members to follow Sweet Jerk standards in quality, safety, and presentation., • Oversee daily stock checks, par levels, and deliveries, keeping waste low and efficiency high., • Ensure food-safety, SFBB logs, and hygiene standards are met at all times., • Support rota planning, shift cover, and clear communication with the front-of-house team., • Jump on the line when needed — lead by example and bring positive energy to every shift. What We’re Looking For ✅ 2 + years’ experience in a fast-paced kitchen. ✅ 1 + year in a supervisory or management role (e.g. Kitchen Crew Lead, BOH Supervisor, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager). ✅ Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. ✅ A natural motivator who builds positive team culture. ✅ Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. ✅ A passion for Caribbean food, culture, and customer experience. Why You’ll Love Working at Sweet Jerk ⭐ We’re building a brand from the ground up — you’ll help shape it. ⭐ Big opportunities for growth as we open more restaurants. ⭐ Supportive, family-style team culture (we call our team Jerk Stars). ⭐ Great food, great people, and plenty of good vibes. ⭐ Free staff meals and training provided. How to Apply If you’re a natural leader who loves a fast-paced kitchen and wants to help grow something fresh, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short message telling us why you’d be a great fit for Sweet Jerk Job Type: Full-time Application question(s): • What experience do you have with Caribbean cuisine, and if none, what interests you in working with it?, • Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Experience: Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)

Live in / Live out available. Overview This position involves supporting the General Manager in day-to-day operations and delivering high-standard guest experiences at our brilliant pub in Croydon, The Bedford Tavern. Responsibilities • Delivery of guest experience at a high level with consistency through every shift, • Overall responsibility for the food and beverage, • Achieving the KPI's / performance metrics for the ongoing financial success of the business, • HR responsibilities including recruitment and development of staff, • Stock controls, • Drive business through the delivery of consistent guest experiences, • Previous supervisory experience within Hospitality, • The Right to Work in the UK, • Strong leadership skills with a passion for staff development and upskilling, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, • Innovative, trustworthy and impartial, • Up to £35,000 per annum, • Flexible shift patterns, • Development program with a clear pathway to General Manager

Blue Junction Bar & Restaurant About Us Blue Junction is a well-established, family-run Indian restaurant in Morden with over 20 years of proud service to our community. We take great pride in our authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and the lasting relationships we've built with our customers over two decades. The Role We are seeking a dedicated and personable Waiter to join our close-knit team. This is an opportunity to become part of a restaurant family where excellent service and genuine care for our guests are at the heart of everything we do. Key Responsibilities • Greet and welcome guests with warmth and professionalism, • Present menus, make recommendations, and answer questions about our dishes, • Take accurate food and beverage orders, • Serve food and drinks efficiently whilst maintaining high presentation standards, • Ensure tables are properly set and maintained throughout service, • Handle payments and operate the till system, • Maintain cleanliness in the dining area, • Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and fellow team members, • Handle customer queries and concerns with patience and professionalism Essential Qualities We're Looking For Through our years of experience, we know the core qualities that make a truly great waiter: • Excellent communication skills - the ability to listen carefully, speak clearly, and build rapport with diverse customers, • Attention to detail - remembering orders, dietary requirements, and ensuring nothing is overlooked, • Positive attitude - bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine smile to every shift, • Strong work ethic - reliability, punctuality, and willingness to go the extra mile, • Grace under pressure - staying calm, organised, and efficient during busy periods, • Team player mentality - supporting colleagues and working harmoniously in a family environment, • Customer focus - putting guest satisfaction first and anticipating their needs, • Professionalism - maintaining high standards of personal presentation and conduct, • Adaptability - flexibility to handle different situations and changing priorities, • Product knowledge - willingness to learn about our menu, ingredients, and Indian cuisine Requirements • Previous waiting experience preferred but not essential for the right candidate, • Weekend and evening availability, • Eligible to work in the UK, • Food hygiene awareness (training can be provided) What We Offer • Staff meals, • A supportive, family atmosphere, • Opportunities to grow within an established business