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  • Blue Junction Bar & Restaurant
    Waiter / Waitress
    Waiter / Waitress
    9 days ago
    Part-time
    Morden

    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

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  • Conways Opticians
    Job Title: Patient Promoter – Conways Opticians, Sutton
    Job Title: Patient Promoter – Conways Opticians, Sutton
    11 days ago
    £12.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Sutton

    Are you a people person with a passion for promoting health and well-being? Do you have the confidence and charisma to strike up a conversation with anyone you meet? If you enjoy engaging with people, making connections, and helping others, we want YOU to join our team at Conways Opticians in Sutton! About Conways Opticians: Conways Opticians is not your average optician. We believe in providing top-tier eye care with a personal touch. Our mission is simple: to help our community see better and live better. As a Patient Promoter, you’ll be at the heart of that mission—helping our local community understand the importance of eye health while promoting our services with enthusiasm and professionalism. The Role: As a Patient Promoter at Conways Opticians, you will be an essential part of our customer journey, engaging with passing foot traffic to raise awareness about the importance of eye exams and encouraging people to book their appointments with us. Your primary goal is to spark conversations, educate, and generate bookings—all while standing outside our store on the vibrant high street of Sutton. Key Responsibilities: Engage with passers-by: Warmly approach and engage people walking by, sparking conversations about the importance of eye health and the benefits of regular eye exams. Promote our services: Enthusiastically communicate our eye care services and book appointments for eye exams on the spot. Generate appointments: Create a buzz by effectively encouraging potential patients to schedule their eye exams, helping us grow our customer base. Customer service excellence: Provide outstanding customer service by being informative, friendly, and approachable at all times. Represent Conways: Be a positive ambassador of our brand by embodying our values and commitment to eye care. What We’re Looking For: Great Communication Skills: You must be confident and able to engage with a wide variety of people in a friendly and professional manner. Outgoing Personality: We need someone who’s comfortable talking to strangers, approachable, and full of energy. Customer Service Excellence: You should have a knack for creating positive experiences and making people feel comfortable and informed. Passion for Eye Health: A genuine interest in educating others about the importance of eye exams and helping them understand how we can improve their lives through better vision. Self-Motivated & Target-Driven: While you’ll have the flexibility to work your own hours, we need someone who’s goal-oriented and driven to generate appointments. Flexibility: Part-time, full-time, or weekend hours available! We’re open to accommodating your schedule. What We Offer: Competitive Pay: £12.50 per hour, with the potential for bonuses based on performance. Flexible Hours: Work hours that fit around your schedule—whether that’s part-time, full-time, or just weekends, we’re happy to accommodate. Supportive Environment: Join a dynamic, friendly, and passionate team that’s committed to supporting you in your success. Opportunity to Grow: As we expand, there are plenty of opportunities for career progression within the company. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking optician that puts the customer at the heart of everything we do. Work in a Vibrant Area: Sutton’s high street is the perfect place to interact with a variety of people, ensuring no two days are the same! Make a Real Difference: You’ll help people understand the value of their vision and encourage them to take action towards better eye health. If you’re ready to take the first step in an exciting new role, where you’ll be on the frontlines of real, impactful change, apply now to join the Conways Opticians family!

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  • Legacy Youth Zone
    Weekend cook
    Weekend cook
    21 days ago
    £13.85 hourly
    Part-time
    Croydon

    Weekend Cook in our Big Love Kitchen Purpose of the Role The Weekend Cook will prepare and serve healthy, cultural, and tasty meals from our Big Love Kitchen to young people and their families during our weekend programmes: • Saturday mornings – Juniors (ages 8–12), • Saturday afternoons – Seniors (ages 13+), • Sundays – Beyond Limits SEND sessions (for young people with additional needs and their families) The role may be carried out by one, two, or three individuals, depending on availability and capacity. Why this role matters Food is at the heart of what we do at Legacy. We believe in creating healthy, creative, and fun meals that bring people together. Sharing food allows young people and their families/support workers to connect while enjoying our youth club sessions. All meals are offered at an affordable cost of just £1 per hot meal, ensuring accessibility for everyone. Eligibility • Applicants must be aged 18 or over to work at Legacy., • To work directly with our senior club members (13+), applicants must be aged 21 or over., • Experienced in cooking large quantities of food for events and group settings., • Have experience cooking in bulk and catering for events, ensuring food quality and safety.

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  • Jayam's Automobile
    Mechanic
    Mechanic
    1 month ago
    £2000–£3000 monthly
    Full-time
    London

    We are a family-run business with a strong reputation for honesty, quality work, and friendly service. Our customers trust us to look after their vehicles as if they were our own, and we’re proud to have built lasting relationships in the community. We’re now looking for a skilled and reliable mechanic to join our team and grow with us. Responsibilities: Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of vehicles (cars, vans, light commercial). Perform routine maintenance services (oil changes, brakes, tyres, suspension, etc.). Identify mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic tools. Communicate clearly with customers about required work, costs, and timelines. Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop. Support and mentor junior staff when needed.

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  • Anna's Coffee House & Kitchen
    Barista
    Barista
    2 months ago
    £13–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    Croydon

    PART TIME OFFER TO FULL TIME As a barista on our family run speciality coffee shop, you are not just preparing drinks. You are the face of our business, the start of someone's day. We are looking for someone who brings warmth, personality and professionalism to every shift and who takes pride in both craft and community. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU -A naturally friendly, warm and talkative personality -strong communication skills and emotional intelligence -willingness to learn about speciality coffee and refine your skills -pervious cafe or hospitality experience is a plus but we are happy to train the right person -a love for talking to people, good food & coffee and creating great vibes CUSTOMER SERVICE -you are friendly, confident and naturally welcoming ,greet every customer with a warm smile and friendly energy. When you say hello make costumers feel seen and heard. -you enjoy conversation and create a space where regulars return because of the way you made them feel -you understand how to balance fast service with real connection -build genuine rapport with regulars and new visitors alike. -engage in light, welcoming conversations to create a relaxed environment. -handle customer feedback professionally and with empathy . -remember customer names and favourite/regular orders when possible. -take orders confidently and handle payments accurately COFFEE PREPARTION & BEVERAGES Knowing how to prepare espresso based drinks to speciality standards (calibrating grind, dial in, tamping, extraction, milk steaming) Know your beans: origin, tasting notes and roast level Maintain grinder calibration and espressso machine cleanliness throughtout the day. UPSELLING & PRODUCT KNOWNLEDGE - UNDERSTANDING THE CUSTOMERS MOOD & INTENT Listen carefully to cues: Are they in a rush, chatty, curious or hungry ? Recommended add ons such as non dairy milks, extra shots, syrups or food pairings Proactively recommend pastries, retail coffee or drink upgrades based on customer prefence. Learn flavour profiles, bean origins and seasonal items and confidently describe them. Encourage costumers to try new things through tasting or limited free offers DAILY SHOP OPERATIONS -Open and close the shop efficiently, folling prep and cleaning checklists. -Keep the cafe tidy, well stocked and looking beautiful -Keep customer seating and service tidy, safe & welcoming. -Restock coffee beans, milk, condiments and other supplies as needed. -Maintain hygienic practices at all times (including personal hygiene and food safety) -You consistently maintain a clean and organised workstation, whether you are behind the machine, at the counter or handling dishes -You understand and follow hygiene practices (washing hands, sanitising surfaces, prper food handling) without needing to be reminded -You alwasy leave the coffee machine and bar tidy at the end of the shift, and you jump in to clean up even when its not "your mess" • You treat the cafe like your home, from polishing glassware to folding cloths properly., • TEAM & CULTURE, • -Work closely with other staff (including family) to support each other throughout shifts, • -Communicate openly about stock needs, customer feedback or team tasks, • -Contribute to a positive, respectful environment, bring energy and humour to the team., • -Be flexible and jump in to help wherever needed (kitchen, floor, dishwashing, restocking), • -Can stay cool under pressure, know hoe to move quickly without sacrificing quality or cleanliness., • -You are reliable and you show up on time. You are ready to work and your team knows they can count on you, • Looking forward to hearing from you,, • Anna & Team!

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