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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    19 hours ago
    £47000–£55000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Purpose of the role To take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, delivering consistently high-quality food while maintaining an organised, safe and commercially efficient operation. The Head Chef will lead and develop the kitchen team, manage preparation and service, control food costs and waste, and work closely with restaurant management to meet agreed standards and business targets. Key responsibilities 1. Kitchen operations and service • Lead the kitchen during preparation and service, taking an active role in cooking and managing the pass., • Plan daily preparation levels around bookings, expected trade and upcoming events., • Allocate duties clearly and ensure each section is ready before service., • Check dishes for taste, temperature, portion size and presentation before they leave the kitchen., • Maintain consistent standards through agreed recipes, preparation methods and plating specifications., • Communicate with front of house about availability, specials, dietary requests and service delays., • Resolve kitchen problems promptly and respond constructively to customer feedback. 2. Team leadership and staffing • Lead by example, creating a professional, respectful and accountable working environment., • Prepare kitchen rotas in line with anticipated trade and agreed labour budgets., • Organise effective cover for holidays, absence and busy service periods., • Train new starters and develop existing staff in cooking techniques, recipes, service standards and safe working practices., • Monitor performance, provide regular feedback and address concerns with management., • Support recruitment and identify training needs across the kitchen team., • Ensure opening, closing and handover duties are completed consistently. 3. Food costing, purchasing and stock control • Work to agreed food gross-profit, purchasing and waste targets., • Maintain accurate recipe costings, portion specifications and preparation yields., • Monitor ingredient price changes and flag their impact on dish profitability., • Place orders in line with forecast demand, available stock and approved budgets., • Check deliveries for quality, quantity and condition, resolving discrepancies with suppliers., • Maintain stock rotation, labelling and organised storage., • Complete regular stocktakes and investigate unusual usage or discrepancies., • Record and review waste, taking practical steps to reduce overproduction, spoilage and avoidable losses. 4. Menu development • Work with management to develop dishes and menus suited to the restaurant’s customers, concept and price points., • Balance creativity with profitability, kitchen capacity and speed of service., • Trial and cost new dishes before introduction., • Produce clear recipe cards, portion guides and presentation standards., • Train the team before menu changes go live., • Keep ingredient and allergen information up to date when recipes or suppliers change. 5. Food safety, hygiene and safe working • Take day-to-day responsibility for implementing the restaurant’s food-safety procedures., • Ensure staff follow agreed controls for storage, preparation, cooking, cooling, reheating and cleaning., • Maintain accurate food-safety records and ensure required checks are completed., • Manage allergen information and communication, including controls to reduce cross-contact., • Maintain cleaning schedules and verify that work areas, equipment and storage areas meet the restaurant’s standards., • Report equipment faults, safety hazards and maintenance requirements promptly., • Support inspections and audits, completing agreed corrective actions., • Ensure staff use equipment safely and follow the restaurant’s health and safety procedures. 6. Communication and accountability • Hold regular kitchen briefings and communicate priorities clearly., • Attend management meetings and report on food costs, waste, staffing and operational issues., • Agree purchasing, menu changes and staffing decisions within the authority set by management., • Work closely with front of house to improve service flow and the customer experience., • Maintain clear handovers so the kitchen operates consistently in the Head Chef’s absence. Person specification Essential • Proven experience leading a restaurant kitchen as a Head Chef, or as a Senior Sous Chef ready to take full responsibility., • Strong practical cooking skills and the ability to maintain consistent standards during busy services., • Experience managing, training and motivating a kitchen team., • Sound understanding of recipe costing, portion control, stock management and waste reduction., • Practical knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management and safe kitchen working., • Strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills., • Ability to plan preparation, prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure., • Willingness to work the agreed shift pattern, including evenings and weekends. Desirable • Experience in [insert cuisine or restaurant style]., • Relevant professional cookery qualifications or equivalent practical experience., • Level 3 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to complete suitable supervisory training., • Experience developing menus and maintaining recipe-costing systems., • Familiarity with digital ordering, stock-control or rota software., • Experience supporting food-safety inspections and internal audits.

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  • Sommelier
    Sommelier
    3 days ago
    £16–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are beyond thrilled to have opened the long-awaited and critically acclaimed AngloThai, in partnership with John and Desiree Chantarasak, in central London. In an incredible achievement, just a few months after opening, we were awarded a Michelin star — a testament to the passion, talent, and dedication of our team. We couldn't be prouder! We're looking for an experienced and passionate Sommelier to lead and inspire our team, run a seamless service and create magical moments for our guests. We want our service to be approachable, fun and consistent whilst always ensuring high standards are met. A love for hospitality and strong attention to detail is a must with a desire to grow and develop within MJMK Restaurants. John draws influences from both sides of his Thai and British heritage to create dishes inspired by the eclectic cuisine of Thailand, while utilising the abundance of world class ingredients found within the British Isles. An alumnus from celebrated Thai restaurants Som Saa (London) and Nahm (Bangkok), John has spent the last decade honing his craft to bring this unique and exciting concept to the London dining scene. Desiree looks to her relationships with sustainably focused, small batch wine producers in Europe to complement the food at AngloThai, with many wines celebrating the craftsmanship and passion of a new generation of exciting wine growers. Well crafted, ethically minded and deeply delicious wines are the focus at AngloThai. Your responsibilities as Sommelier will include: · Collaborating with the Head Sommelier in maintaining and updating the restaurant's wine list · Working in service for lunch, dinner and private events. · Inspiring, training and empowering the FOH team to pair and sell wine confidently. · Developing relationships with wine suppliers · Wine ordering and cellar management · Assisting the Head Sommelier with wine inventory, stock counts and stock management · Ensuring that guests receive best in class wine service that enhances their experience You will deliver expert training; team empowerment and development of knowledge. You will be a great floor personality; energetic and engaging to our team, confident with experienced wine consumers and HNW individuals. Key requirements for this role are a passion for best-in-class hospitality, generosity of spirit, a positive outlook, and love of all things restaurants and people. You will need to demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail and an understanding of what it takes to run some of the best restaurants in London. As a Sommelier at AngloThai, we'll offer you: · 50% discount across all MJMK restaurants · 28 days holidays, including Bank Holidays · Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants · Mental health and well-being assistance with Hospitality Action who can offer free advice and counselling if you're struggling at work or at home. · Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us. · An enhanced pension plan after you've worked with us for 5 years. We'd love to hear from you if you're an experienced Sommelier and you're up for a new challenge and the opportunity to work alongside John and Desiree Chantarasak

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  • Dog Groomer
    Dog Groomer
    11 days ago
    £30000–£34000 yearly
    Full-time
    London Colney

    We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Dog Grooming Teacher to join our supportive team. This hands-on role is ideal for a professional groomer who enjoys working with people and helping others develop their practical skills, confidence and industry knowledge. The successful candidate will: • Teach and mentor students throughout their dog grooming training, • Demonstrate professional grooming techniques and best practices, • Provide constructive feedback and adapt teaching to different learning styles and experience levels, • Support students in developing their practical skills and preparing for careers in the grooming industry, • Maintain high standards of professionalism, animal welfare and grooming practice, • Manage classes and student records using academy software and systems, • Work collaboratively with the wider team and contribute ideas to the continued development of the academy We are looking for someone who is patient, approachable, reliable, organised and passionate about dog grooming and education. A positive, supportive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Requirements: • At least 3 years of professional dog grooming experience, • A recognised dog grooming qualification or certification, including a Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming or equivalent, • Strong practical grooming skills and industry knowledge, • Excellent communication skills, • Experience teaching, mentoring or supporting others is desirable, • Teaching, Assessor or IQA qualifications are desirable but not essential, • Confidence using IT systems and software, • A full UK driving licence is preferred The role is initially full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Occasional weekend work may be required for special events and will be paid extra. As the academy grows, there may be an opportunity to move towards a more flexible, rota-based working pattern, depending on business requirements and individual preferences. What we offer: • £30,000–£34,000 per year, depending on experience, • 29 days' holiday, including your birthday and bank holidays, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • Flexitime where possible, • Free on-site parking, • Opportunities to attend national grooming events and competitions, • A friendly and supportive working environment, • The opportunity to help shape the careers of future professional groomers

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  • Weekend Supervisor
    Weekend Supervisor
    20 days ago
    £14–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Borehamwood

    Roaming Roast is looking for someone to run our Borehamwood coffee truck at weekends. Your main responsibilities will be: -Driving the tuktuk to its location from our storage facility -Lead barista throughout the day (you will be supported by another barista) -Ensuring standards of quality and hygiene are upheld Hours: 7.30-4pm Saturday and Sunday There will always be additional hours available during the week should you wish to take them but this is not required. You must have held a full driving licence for 2 years and be over 25 years of age for insurance purposes. We are a small chain of specialty coffee trucks operating in London and Hertfordshire. Our ideal candidate is someone who has multiple years of experience as a barista and someone who is able to demonstrate their ability think and act independently. As a small business, you'll wear many hats other than just barista. As we're an outdoor coffee truck, someone who enjoys being out in all weathers essential and being a practical problem solver is highly desirable. This is an incredibility rewarding job for the right candidate. We believe that people in hospitality deserve better. So if you love standing outside talking to people whilst accepting the responsibility of managing a coffee truck for the weekend, this is for you! Run by husband and wife team Charlie and Abbi, we have a loyal customer base who come for a chat, as well as a coffee. Commonly cited as the best coffee in Borehamwood, we are a small business aiming to make a big difference to the quality of coffee people drink. We serve specialty coffee from Origin and homemade treats made by Abbi, with a commitment to delivering coffee as the roaster intends: no syrups and no squirty cream. Our dedication to quality ensures that every customer enjoys a premium coffee experience. Benefits 28 Days holiday prorated for part time 3% pension contributions Free coffee whilst on shift Staff discount on beans and treats Free PureGym membership Extra warm socks and hats are issued in winter. Suncream and hat provided in the summer! Desired experience Minimum 1 year full time (or part time equivalent) experience as a speciality coffee barista is essential Someone who is crack on and do without needing to be asked Strong Interpersonal Skills and Customer Service abilities Excellent Communication skills Attention to detail and a commitment to quality Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment A team player who's known for being on time and reliable A physically practical person who is prepared to attempt to fix things when they're broken Resilience and adaptability is essential Someone who enjoys the outdoors is highly advantageous due to the nature of our business Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Gym membership, • Sick pay, • Store discount

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