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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    24 days ago
    Full-time
    Kingston upon Thames

    As a Sous Chef in a Brazilian kitchen, you will play a vital role in assisting the Executive Chef in managing the culinary operations of a restaurant. You will contribute to creating traditional dishes, ensuring their authenticity and maintaining the highest taste, presentation, and quality standards. Responsibilities: Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, to maintain the authenticity and quality of Brazilian dishes. Collaborate with the Executive Chef in developing menus that showcase considering customer preferences and dietary restrictions. Supervise and guide the kitchen staff, including cooks, line chefs, and kitchen assistants, providing training, motivation, and support to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen. Ensure that all dishes are prepared and cooked according to authentic executive chef recipes, paying attention to traditional cooking techniques, ingredient selection, and flavour profiles. Monitor food inventory levels, order ingredients, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, adhere to strict food safety and sanitation standards, and ensure that all staff follow proper hygiene practices. Collaborate with the Executive Chef in managing kitchen costs, including monitoring ingredient costs, minimizing waste, and optimizing kitchen operations to achieve financial targets.

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  • Waiter / Waitress
    Waiter / Waitress
    25 days ago
    £13.4–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    West Byfleet

    Job Description: Pia Ristorante, located in West Byfleet, is looking for an experienced and passionate food and beverage server, needed for an Italian family owned restaurant. The ideal candidate will collaborate alongside our restaurant manager and the rest of the team in order to create a smooth and professional service and bringing passion, creativity, and excellence to our new restaurant. Training will be provided, so if you are motivated and looking for a new experience, apply today. Responsibilities: • Greeting customers and showing them to their table, • Preparing tables, ensuring they are clean and fully set throughout the service, • Maintaining knowledge of the menu and available items., • Presenting customers with the menu and taking orders., • Checking the quality of dishes before serving them., • Delivering food and beverages in a timely manner., • Preparing drinks at the bar ready to be served., • To be consistent attending tables and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the service., • Ability to take payments., • To be able to handle customer complaints in a professional and friendly manner., • Strictly adhering to food, sanitary, and safety standards consistently throughout the restaurant., • MUST be over 18 due to serving alcohol, • A minimum of 2 year of experience., • Passion for quality food/ Italian cuisine., • Communication skills, capable of working under pressure., • Customer- focused mindset and attention to quality and detail., • Team spirit, humour and dedication., • Knowledge of health and safety regulations., • Experience operating a cash register and ordering systems., • Strong inter-personality and listening skills., • Ability to maintain a positive attitude., • Excellent customer service., • To be flexible, motivated and to be a good team player. Discounted or free food Work Location: In person

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  • Breakfast Chef
    Breakfast Chef
    2 months ago
    £12.71–£13 hourly
    Part-time
    Weybridge

    Job Summary: We are looking for a passionate and reliable Breakfast Chef (Chef de Partie) to join our café kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing fresh, high-quality breakfast and brunch dishes, ensuring smooth morning service, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. This role is key to delivering a welcoming and enjoyable café experience for our customers. Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook a range of breakfast and brunch items such as eggs, avocado toast, sandwiches, pancakes, pastries, and light lunch dishes., • Ensure all food is prepared to a high standard with consistent presentation and taste., • Set up and manage the breakfast/brunch station efficiently during service., • Follow recipes and portion control guidelines to minimize waste and maintain quality., • Work quickly and effectively during busy service periods, especially weekends., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and prep areas at all times., • Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards., • Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients., • Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth and timely service., • Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, CDP, or similar role in a café or casual dining environment is preferred but not essential., • Good knowledge of breakfast/brunch cooking techniques and café-style menus., • Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle busy brunch services., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Team player with good communication skills., • Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays., • Passion for fresh food and café culture.

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  • Nursery Practitioner (childcare qualified)
    Nursery Practitioner (childcare qualified)
    2 months ago
    £27000–£31500 yearly
    Full-time
    Tolworth, Surbiton

    We are looking for a Level 3 in childcare qualified staff member who is looking to make a difference to our little ones who are keen explorers inside the nursery and outdoors, and love our Forest School! We are seeking dedicated and passionate Nursery Practitioners to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care and education for children in our nursery setting. You will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that fosters the development of each child. Your skills will be essential in providing daily activities and ensuring that all children receive the attention and support they need to thrive. About us… Our fully equipped nursery is located in the heart of Tolworth, Surbiton. Our independent 72 place nursery caters to children aged 6 months to 5 years. Rated ‘GOOD’ by OFSTED, we strive for the highest standards of education and care, which can only be possible to achieve with the utter dedication and commitment of well a qualified and experienced staff team. What can we offer you? · flexible working patterns to suit you · support with ongoing training · a caring and supportive team · monthly staff reward system · company pension · team building events · career progression Can you… provide attentive and responsive care to children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote early childhood development, including physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills observe and assess children's progress, documenting their achievements and identifying areas for improvement communicate effectively with parents, providing updates on their child's development work effectively as a team, collaborating with other staff members maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming nursery space that encourages exploration and learning manage daily routines, including mealtimes, nap times, and play activities ensuring smooth transitions between different parts of the day. Do you have… knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices or a willingness to learn proficiency in English to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff a genuine passion for working with children and understanding their needs initiative, positive energy and a sense of humour excellent communication skills to foster positive relationships with families and colleagues experience working in a children's nursery If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children and possess the necessary skills to thrive as a Nursery Practitioner, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: £26,000.00-£31,500.00 per annum. Experience and qualification dependent. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Benefits: Childcare Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Transport links Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Benefits: Childcare Company events Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Application question(s): Do you have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare? Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: Nursery: 1 year (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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