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We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Waiter/Waitress to join our passionate team at The Fat Crab, located in London road North Cheam. The Fat Crab in Sutton, 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 a 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 and full-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.

Position only available to candidates with a UK work permit. Our aim has been to create a relaxed and welcoming restaurant, without pretence or fuss, serving fresh, seasonal, quality Italian food to the highest standard, with some ingredients grown onsite in our kitchen garden. We’re seeking a talented junior Sous Chef to join our team with experience in fine Italian food (no pizza on the menu). What we’re looking for: is passion for cooking with a desire to develop your knowledge and culinary skills further. Ability to lead & teach a team where consistently great food is the focus. Thrives under pressure with a positive can-do attitude. Hard working and reliable with an excellent work ethic. Team player who loves to help and offer support to your teammates. Always strives for excellence and consistency. Has a minimum of 1 years experience as a Sous Chef or higher in a similar establishment. Can demonstrate knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures. Experience working with fresh ingredients is essential. Good communication skills. Benefits: Flexible rota Closed Sunday evening & Monday. Fantastic opportunities for career growth and development. Pension scheme. Meals when on duty. Staff Discounts. Share of tips. Beyond skills we are looking for heart and personality with a real passion for hospitality. If this sounds like you, please get in touch.

WAITER/ WAITRESS Cobham KT11 3EF Hidden behind the signature harlequin stained-glass windows lies an iconic restaurant with a history of over 100 years and an enviable reputation for fine-dining excellence. We are searching for a confident Waiter to join a dynamic and supportive team in one of the UK’s most-loved restaurant brands. Benefits & Rewards: 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants. Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants. 'Refer a Friend' bonuses. Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships. Free food and drinks to the same standard that we serve our guests when you are working. Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years. You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed! Cycle to Work Scheme. Discounts on Gym Membership and access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more. Key elements of your role as Waiter involves providing a quick, friendly, and professional service at all times. You are able to confidently share your knowledge and recommendations of the menu to our guests and ensure they have the very best Ivy experience when they visit us. About you: You are positive and responsive to our guest’s needs and exceed expectations when it comes to service delivery. You are a team player who delights in being professional and well-mannered with both guests and team members. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

Duties and Responsibilities: · Oversee efficient kitchen operations by supervising staff, offering training, and providing ongoing guidance. · Prepare and cook a wide variety of Indian Asian dishes in line with the restaurant’s menu, ensuring food is hygienic, nutritious, and meets established quality standards. · Exhibit expertise in traditional Indian curries and introduce a monthly signature “Dish of the Month” to sustain customer engagement. · Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations. · Conduct monthly stocktakes and manage daily food orders according to UK purchasing standards. · Uphold high food quality, control portion sizes, and follow standardized recipes for consistency and minimal waste. · Promptly resolve food-related complaints. · Manage staff scheduling to ensure optimal coverage. · Oversee performance reviews, delegate tasks, manage inventory, reduce waste, and maintain the freshness of perishables. · Conduct taste tests, preserve authentic flavours, source premium Indian spices, herbs, and ingredients. · Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards and safe food handling practices. ** Skills/Qualifications/Experience:** · Proven relevant experience, preferably with knowledge of Indian cuisine. · Strong culinary skills and a passion for food. · Excellent organisational and time management abilities. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure. · Strong communication and teamwork skills. · Relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required.

Welcome to The Ivy Collection, we embody timeless elegance and vibrant hospitality in every guest experience. Our iconic restaurants, situated across the UK and beyond, are celebrated for exceptional food, outstanding service, and the creation of unforgettable moments. We’re searching for a charismatic Bartender to join our dynamic and supportive team and become part of something special. Benefits & Rewards: Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc) A Management Career Development Program, which includes online and practical assessments. Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years. 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants. Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants. You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed! Refer and Friend Bonus Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract Key elements of your role as Bartender will include welcoming customers, taking drinks orders, making recommendations, preparing, and serving exquisite drinks. You’re confident handling financial transactions, supervising barbacks and keeping abreast of all drink legislation, food safety and hygiene best practices. About you: You have the knowledge and skills to create exquisite cocktails. Your friendly, professional, and hands-on approach to the role will make you a valuable part of the team and a delight to our guests. The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

🌞 WE’RE HIRING – JOIN OUR NEW ROOFTOP OPENING Love a fast-paced, fun work environment? Enjoy working with a great team and keeping service running smoothly? We want you! We’re a bustling riverside rooftop spot. We’re looking for Waiters & Waitresses - Bartenders to bring positive energy and top-notch service to our guests. Seasonal & permanent positions available! What we’re looking for: ✅ A friendly, can-do attitude & a big smile ✅ A strong work ethic – reliability is key! ✅ The ability to handle a busy shift with confidence ✅ A true team player who supports colleagues and keeps things running smoothly What we offer: ✨ A fun, supportive team environment ✨ Competitive pay + tips 💸 ✨ Flexible shifts, including seasonal roles If you love great food, great people, and thrive in a buzzing atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you! 📩 Apply now! Drop us a message or pop in for a chat – let’s make brunch better together! 🎉

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team. As a key part of the kitchen staff, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. Your main duties will include washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, and ensuring all work areas are tidy and safe. This is a full-time position with opportunities to grow within a busy and friendly kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities: - Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment - Keep the kitchen clean and organised - Assist with basic food prep and waste disposal when needed - Follow health and safety regulations at all times

🍽️ Join Our Team at The Hideaway Riverside Restaurant We’re Looking for a Passionate Chef to Join Our Vibrant Kitchen! 📍 Located at the Marina on Portsmouth Road with beautiful views of the riverside. Are you an enthusiastic chef with a love for creating delicious dishes in a lively, fast-paced environment? Do you thrive on variety and the chance to showcase your culinary skills? We want YOU to join us at The Hideaway kitchen team What We Offer: An exciting and dynamic kitchen environment with plenty of variety Beautiful location with stunning views of the golf course Competitive salary Staff meals and discounts Opportunities for growth and career progression A supportive, friendly team of chefs and front-of-house staff Flexible working hours, ideal for those seeking work-life balance Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes from our menu, including breakfast, lunch and weekend roasts Work alongside a talented kitchen team to deliver a seamless dining experience Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards of taste and presentation Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and ensure health and safety standards are met Take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests, whether it’s a casual lunch or a large function What We’re Looking For: Previous experience in a professional kitchen (ideally in a similar setting) Passion for cooking and a keen eye for detail A love for working in a fun, team-driven atmosphere Ability to remain calm and organised during busy periods Flexibility to work weekends, especially Sundays for the roast service A creative approach to cooking and a commitment to delivering fantastic food If you’re looking for a new challenge where you can show off your culinary talents,The Hideaway Restaurant is the place for you!

Join Our Chango Family in Wimbledon! ☕🥟 At Chango, we’re passionate about two things: Argentinean empanadas and great coffee—and we love sharing both with our community! We’re a tight-knit, multicultural team that takes pride in creating warm, welcoming experiences for everyone who walks through our doors. Our Wimbledon shop located in the Village is buzzing with energy, and we're on the lookout for a talented and enthusiastic Barista - Team Member to join our crew! Barista/Team Member Position As a Chango Team Member, you’ll be the heart behind the counter—crafting delicious coffee, serving tasty empanadas, and making our customers feel right at home. What you’ll be doing: - Preparing and serving high-quality coffee ☕ - Offering friendly, knowledgeable service to every customer - Supporting with light food handling (heating empanadas) - Keeping the workspace clean and organized - Creating a welcoming vibe for guests and team members alike What we're looking for: - Solid experience and confidence working with specialty coffee - A passion for delivering excellent customer service - A proactive attitude and ability to multitask - Someone reliable, punctual, and team-oriented - Weekend availability is a must And of course… a love for empanadas! 🥟❤️ Details: - Job Type: Part-time/Full Time - Shifts: Weekdays/Weekends - Pay: from £12.21/hour If you love great coffee, warm empanadas, and being part of a vibrant team, we want to hear from you! Come join the Chango crew in Wimbledon—where flavour meets community.

Lead and supervise front-of-house staff during service. Delegate responsibilities, manage shift schedules, and ensure that team performance meets operational and customer service standards. Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction by managing service flow, ensuring prompt and friendly service, and resolving complaints effectively. Oversee daily floor operations, including opening and closing procedures, cleanliness, table setups, and visual presentation. Support the onboarding of new staff members and conduct on-the-job training to maintain high service quality and team consistency. Ensure full adherence to health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards. Monitor usage levels, manage inventory, and place restocking orders to ensure availability of essential service items. Assist with daily reporting and staff performance reviews. Provide feedback and operational updates to senior management.

This Position is only available to candidates with a valid UK work permit. Located in Teddington, Greater London, Tw118hg. We’re seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join our team. The position requires at least 1-2 years experience working in a kitchen using fresh ingredients. Our ideal candidate has: Previous experience as a Demi or Chef de Partie in a high volume operation. Strong culinary skills and a love of great food. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, friendly productive environment. Very high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Leadership ability, we need people who our junior chefs will look up to and that want to progress. Eagerness and willingness to learn and develop. Experience in a Fine Dining kitchen is advantageous. Ability to produce dishes to a high standard. Passionate and ambitious to learn. To be able to run a section within the kitchen by themselves during a busy service. Benefits: Competitive salary, plus tips. Weekly pay and you will be paid for every hour you work. Working with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Potential for you to have input into the menu which changes often, to keep you interested and motivated to learn new things. Staff food when on duty. Friendly family environment. Working for an established business. Working 45 hrs per week. Extra hours can be made available for those that want the extra hours. Closed on bank holidays. Yearly pay review. Private pension scheme (optional). Progression opportunities. Full time contract. Staff parties. Staff discounts. Beyond skills we are looking for heart and personality and for a real passion for everything hospitality.

Operate and maintain the tandoor oven with precision, ensuring consistent temperature control and optimal cooking conditions. Prepare a diverse range of traditional tandoori dishes using authentic Indian techniques to deliver rich, genuine flavors and textures. Inspect ingredients regularly for freshness and quality, ensuring correct storage and handling to maintain integrity and prevent spoilage. Collaborate closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service, particularly during peak hours. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in tandoori cooking techniques, focusing on skill development, hygiene, and safety standards. Maintain full compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations, with particular care given to the handling and preparation of raw meats.

Kitchen Assistant Please note: This is currently a part-time position, with the potential to develop into a full-time role towards Christmas. It is not suitable for students seeking seasonal summer work. Job description Ralph’s is actively recruiting for General Catering Assistants to work in Our friendly production kitchen in Chessington Surrey, working hours are on any given day where necessary between 8 am and 4 pm. You must be able to work on any given day, however these days will be planned in advance with plenty of notice. The roles vary depending on the needs of the business and your experience. However, no kitchen experience is needed. General Kitchen Assistants duties may include but not limited to: General preparation and clean-down of kitchen areas Food preparation Food packaging and labelling Cleaning general areas within the site Washing up Deliveries (if clean UK licence held) What we offer: Work with an award winning chef of more than 10 Great Taste Awards Flexible working hours that work for you (minimum 16 hours per week). Free on site training Further opportunities subject to experience and progress within the job A temporary position may lead on to a permanent opportunity Small friendly team Sampling of new recipes Immediate start Requirements Right to work on the UK documentation Previous catering experience is a bonus, but it is not essential as full training will be provided. Driving would be an advantage due to some of our locations, but it’s not essential. If you are available for regular or temporary work, we would love to hear from you – there will be guaranteed work so APPLY TODAY! Job Type: Temporary, part time leading to full time optional Pay: £12.21 per hour starting rate Benefits: Employee discount Flexitime Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Saturday work available to UK driving licence holders Two week trial period Work Location: In person Experience - Previous experience in a kitchen environment is advantageous but not essential; a willingness to learn is key. - Familiarity with food safety standards and practices is preferred, full training provided - A passion for cooking and an eagerness to assist in a team-oriented setting will be highly regarded. Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.21 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Chef: 1 year (preferred) Catering: 1 year (preferred) Cooking: 1 year (preferred) Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Kitchen Assistant Expected start date: 01/06/2025 Understanding of food safety practices and regulations is beneficial. Ability to work effectively in a team setting while also being capable of taking initiative when needed. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining high standards in meal preparation. If you are passionate about food and eager to develop your skills in a supportive kitchen environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Kitchen Assistant. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.21 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

L’assaggino Kingston is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic chef to join our team. Experience in Italian food/pasta/mains is requested and knowledgeable of health and safe. The candidate need to have at least 3 years of experience in pasta section.

Manage the shop's daily activities, ensuring smooth opening and closing procedures, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Lead, supervise, and coordinate the work of team members, fostering a positive and efficient work environment. Handle customer enquiries, feedback, and complaints professionally and efficiently, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Oversee stock control, order supplies timely, and manage inventory to prevent shortages or overstocking. Monitor portion sizes to maintain consistency in food quality and minimize waste. Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations and health and safety standards within the shop. Create staff rotas and manage shift coverage effectively to meet business needs. Assist in budgeting, monitor sales performance, and implement strategies to achieve financial targets.

Organize and oversee restaurant services, directing staff to meet specific customer needs. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including opening and closing procedures. Discuss and plan customers’ requirements for special occasions and dining experience. Create and manage staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage across shifts. Manage the restaurant’s budget, including cost control, purchasing, and waste management. Decide on the range and quality of meals and beverages to be provided, ensuring they align with customer preferences Purchase food and drinks from the supplier, ensuring the quality meets the restaurant’s standard.

Job Overview: We’re looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Grill Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for grilling, and preparing other dishes to perfection. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of BBQ techniques, a love of great food, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.

Hidden behind the signature harlequin stained-glass windows lies an iconic restaurant with a history of over 100 years and an enviable reputation for fine-dining excellence. We are searching for a confident Receptionist to join our supportive team in one of the UK’s leading restaurant brands. Benefits & Rewards: 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants. Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants. 'Refer a Friend' bonuses. Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships. Free food and drinks to the same standard that we serve our guests when you are working. Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years. You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed! Cycle to Work Scheme. Discounts on Gym Membership and access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more. Key elements of your role as Receptionist will include ensuring our guests receive a warm and professional welcome when they arrive, as well as a fond farewell when they leave. You will be able to offer information to our guests on the restaurant or any specials that may be on offer. You’ll relay any allergen concerns to the kitchen quickly and accurately. About you: You are positive and want to meet and exceed our guests’ expectations and wow them with exceptional service. You’ll have excellent English language skills and be polite, friendly and attentive. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

We’re looking for a passionate chef to join our friendly team at Casa Ponte, a cozy Italian restaurant in Carshalton. The ideal candidate must have lots of experience as a head chef, be confident in cooking Italian dishes, work well with others in a busy kitchen, and enjoy bringing fresh ideas to the table. If you’re reliable, creative, and love great food, we’d love to hear from you!