Benefits: - Competitive pay £16 per hour + tips - Free Virgin gym membership - Staff meals & drinks - Staff discount - Progression and training - The Role - We’re looking for an Assistant Manager to lead and inspire our friendly team. To provide best in class hospitality and assist in the running of front of house operations. Ideally the candidate will have experience in the position. - We are looking for someone who can: - Support the General Manager in the running of the team and work closely with our x2 Assistant Managers - Perform hosting duties confidently, with a warm and friendly manner - Run the floor during service, overseeing each of the sections - Deliver a high quality and consistent experience for our guests - Develop, train and inspire the team, while encouraging a friendly and motivated working environment - Conduct interviews and new starter inductions - Oversee Food Hygiene and Health & Safety processes and documentation - Manage stock and ordering - About Us - Minnow is a friendly and fast-paced, neighbourhood restaurant overlooking Clapham Common. The restaurant is known for serving high quality, modern European cuisine across brunch, lunch and dinner.
Our small, family-run pizzeria is more than just a place to grab a great slice—it’s a warm, welcoming environment where everyone feels like part of the family. We take pride in using fresh, quality ingredients and traditional recipes passed down through generations. What makes it a great place to work is the supportive atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and the genuine care we show for each other and our customers. Here, your ideas matter, your hard work is appreciated, and there’s always room to grow alongside a passionate, close-knit team. What You’ll Be Doing: Greeting and seating guests with a warm, friendly attitude Managing bookings, walk-ins, and takeaway collections Taking orders and handling payments using our till system Communicating effectively with kitchen and floor staff Keeping the front of house area clean, tidy, and welcoming Making sure every guest leaves with a smile ✅ What We’re Looking For: Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar front of house/host role Confident, polite, and professional at all times Excellent communication and time management skills Comfortable working under pressure during busy shifts Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends A genuine interest in hospitality and customer care 🍕 What We Offer: Competitive pay + tips Staff meals on shift Flexible rotas Supportive team and positive working environment Opportunities to grow with the busines
Location: Sanderstead, South Croydon Position Type: Full-time/Part-time Shift Patterns: Morning shifts (7:00 am - 4:00 pm) or evening shifts (5:00 pm - 10:30 pm). About Maple Maple is a brand-new, exciting restaurant that’s bringing high quality food and service for brunch, sweet treats, coffee and dinner. With a focus on quality ingredients, innovative dishes, and exceptional service, we’re creating a dynamic environment for both our guests and our team. Join us as we open our doors and build something extraordinary together! The Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team. As a vital member of the kitchen team, you’ll ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, stays spotless, and is ready to deliver exceptional food service. Key Responsibilities • Maintain the cleanliness of all kitchen areas, including equipment, floors, and workstations. • Operate dishwashers and ensure crockery, cutlery, and equipment are cleaned, dried, and stored appropriately. • Assist chefs by keeping the kitchen stocked with clean equipment and utensils. • Manage waste and recycling efficiently and in line with health and safety standards. • Support the kitchen team during busy service periods, maintaining organization and efficiency. • Perform deep-cleaning tasks as required. What We’re Looking For • A reliable team player with a strong work ethic. • Ability to work flexibly across morning and evening shifts. • Strong attention to detail, ensuring hygiene and cleanliness standards are met. • A proactive attitude, ready to jump in and help wherever needed. • No previous experience necessary – just a willingness to learn and a passion for supporting a busy kitchen. What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate and opportunities for overtime. • Meals on shift. • A supportive, friendly working environment. • The chance to be part of an exciting new restaurant from the very start. • Opportunities for growth and development within the team. Ready to be part of something new and exciting? Apply now and join the team at Maple!
WHO YOU ARE: - Someone passionate about cooking with a strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and an excellent eye for detail. - A respectful and thoughtful professional who is punctual and has a strong work ethic, driven by high standards and who consistently shows the best example of conduct. - A team player and leader with good communication skills, who is enthusiastic about teaching and passing on their knowledge, but also open to learning from others. - A competent and energetic cook who is comfortable with all sections of the kitchen, and is a fast learner if there are any areas which need improvement. - Someone creative and organised with good time management and multitasking skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. YOU MUST HAVE: - 3+ years’ experience as a sous chef or chef. 2+ years’ experience with Italian cuisine. Good level of oral proficiency in English and/ or Italian language. Familiarity with industry best practices. Any food specific education or certification an advantage. TASKS INCLUDE: - Prepare, cook, and present food in line with the required standards of Sapore Vero. - Supporting the company in developing new menus & weekly specials. - Monitor food production to ensure consistent quality of portion size. - Take ownership of the kitchen management in the absence of the Head Chef. - Follow relevant hygiene and health & safety guidelines. - Organise food, supplies, and utensils within the kitchen and in the fridges. - Stock control. - Following FIFO procedure to reduce waste of food stock. - Keep all designated areas in the kitchen clean and tidy before, during, and after the service accordingly with hygiene standards. - Check that appliance and fridges are at the required temperatures and properly closed before leaving. - Regularly clean and monitor kitchen appliances. - Work with the kitchen porter and pizza chefs to ensure the smooth running of service. - Coordinate take away orders with the pizza chef and floor staff to provide drivers with correct food. - Establish effective employee relations and maintain the highest level of professionalism, ethics, and attitude towards all guests, clients, and employees. - Any other duties as assigned related to this position.