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Are you a hardworking Kitchen Porter or General Assistant with a valid Enhanced DBS certificate looking for flexible temporary work across London? We are currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic individuals to support a variety of clients within the education and healthcare sectors, including: • Primary & Secondary Schools, • Colleges & Universities, • Care Homes & Retirement Villages, • Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities, • SEN Schools, • Nurseries, • Supported Living & Community Care Settings With regular shifts available across London, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing temporary work while maintaining flexibility around your schedule. The Role As a Temporary Kitchen Porter / General Assistant, your responsibilities may include: • Assisting kitchen teams with food preparation tasks, • Washing pots, pans, crockery, and kitchen equipment, • Maintaining cleanliness throughout kitchen and service areas, • Assisting with food service and counter service when required, • Receiving and storing deliveries, • Following food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures, • Supporting catering teams during busy service periods What We're Looking For • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Catering Assistant, General Assistant, or within a hospitality environment, • A valid, in-date Enhanced DBS Certificate (essential), • A positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Reliability, punctuality, and good communication skills, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, • Understanding of food hygiene and cleanliness standards If you're looking for flexible work and want to support vital catering services within schools, care homes, and healthcare settings, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start working with some of London's leading education and healthcare catering providers.

Location: Ilford, Barkingside Position: Part-time (20-25hrs) initially, with potential for additional hours as the business grows Pay: £13-15 ph, depending on experience and responsibilities About the role We are a growing dessert business specialising in cakes, brownies, tiramisu, cheesecakes, and other sweet treats. We are looking for a reliable, skilled and organised Dessert Production Chef/Baker to take responsibility for the preparation and production of our desserts. The ideal candidate will have hands on baking and dessert making experience, take pride in the quality of their work, and be comfortable working independently in a small kitchen. Key responsibilities Prepare and produce cakes, brownies, tiramisu, creams, sauces and other menu items, following established recipes and maintaining consistent taste, texture, portion sizes and presentation. Decorate cakes with care and creativity. Monitor stock levels, ingredient freshness, expiry dates and wastage. Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene and follow food safety and allergen procedures. Keep the kitchen clean and organised, cleaning dishes and utensils as required. Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and product quality. Work independently and communicate any issues promptly. We are looking for someone who has: Previous experience in baking, pastry, dessert production or a similar role. Knowledge of pastry techniques and strong willingness to learn and improve Practical ability to produce a variety of cakes and desserts to a consistent standard. Strong attention to detail and good time-management skills. Reliable, punctual and well organised. Able to work independently and as a team meeting deadlines. Understanding of food hygiene, safe storage and allergen management. Willingness to learn our recipes and follow our production standards. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their practical skills during a paid trial. Please note we are a registered business and operate from a residential address To apply: Please send your CV, a brief summary of your baking and dessert making experience, and photographs of relevant work where available.

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Here at Puttshack we are recruiting an Assistant General Manager for our Lakeside Venue About us: Puttshack is an upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience that appeals to everyone. More than just indoor mini golf, Puttshack leans on its ground-breaking technology to elevate the game, while also serving world-class food and full bar in a cool environment. The Puttshack experience is really all about having fun – and doing something fun – together. Our Vision To create experiences where play sparks connection and joy, where our guests choose return to, time and again. Our Mission To create lasting memories for people of all generations through a shared, world-class entertainment experience Our Purpose To transform mini golf into an extraordinary social experience Our Promise Is memory-making fun! Our beliefs are simple Play is for all players, shared moments matter most, unpredictability is our secret sauce, and tech powers while play leads. Our Values: • Bring your ‘A’ game - We strive for excellence in everything we do, • Lead the Way - Our associates (staff) embrace and are inspired by change, • Own the Fun - We revel in our guests’ enjoyment, • Care Deeply - We take great care of our guests, our associates and the communities we call home The Role: The Assistant General Manager works with the General Manager sharing the responsibility for the day to day running of the business. The AGM deputizes in the absence of the GM and will be a key liaison between the restaurant, kitchen, guest, and associates and ‘head office’. It is the ultimate goal of all associates to deliver excellent guest service and so the AGM’s greatest responsibility is to make sure that every single guest has a pleasurable experience. To achieve this, you will need to support the GM in leading and inspiring the team in all areas of the operation. Working Hours: 45 Reports to: General Manager Qualifications and Experience: • Previous experience as an Assistant General Manager in high volume F&B. What’s in it for you? • Free golf & 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6., • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Discretionary quarterly bonus, • Onboarding plan to set you up for success!, • Access to continuous development through a blended learning approach., • Access to Medicash – Our health Cash back benefits platform! Includes, Dental Cover, gym discount, specialist health consultations, health screening, virtual GP, Employee assistance program, medicash discount perks and much more!, • Refer a friend – Up to £500 referral fee* (T&Cs apply), • Enhanced maternity & Paternity *, • Free meal on shift, • Enrolment to our communication community – PuttApp, • Wagestream membership - access 50% of your wages as you work, building pots and financial support. Overview • Bring everyone into play., • Bring your 'A' Game each and every day., • Lead by example by demonstrating Puttshack Core Values., • Develop the team through coaching and purposeful feedback., • Drive Associate engagement and entrepreneurial spirit., • Focused on excellent standards of guest service, the quality of food, drink and entertainment and exceeding our guests’ expectations, • Involved in assisting the GM with recruitment, training and development and setting exceptionally high standards throughout the business, • Responsible for assisting the GM in ensuring that everything necessary for the smooth running of the operation is carefully planned and execute., • Accountable for sales, profit, staffing and stock control targets as set by the GM, • Promote safe operational standards for both Guest and Associate safety., • Ensure that brand and operating standards are met., • Monitor guest survey feedback and help team adjust as needed to ensure guest satisfaction., • Works to create a can-do team culture in the host and throughout the operation. Key Responsibilities: BUSINESS Forecasting and controls – assist the GM with planning ahead in order to maximize financial opportunities; anticipate the business in order to ensure costs reflect business levels P&L – achieve and maximize sales and profit targets as set by the GM; assist the GM with monitoring expenditure and follow proper procedure with exceptional expenditure Financial administration – assist the GM with maintaining cash control and complete timely and accurate banking reconciliation; investigate discrepancies; monitor and report on comps and voids; provide accurate data between venue and outsourced accounts Stock – ensure that stock control and budgets are adhered to; ensure correct purchasing procedures are followed; undertake monthly stock takes as directed by the GM; assist the GM to ensure the consistent quality, rotation and levels of stock Premises – assist the GM in ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the venue Health and Safety – assist the GM in establishing, maintaining and monitoring the highest standards of hygiene and H&S in accordance with all statutory, legal and company requirements. Equipment – assist the GM as required with overseeing the maintenance of equipment; report any issue in a timely manner; follow-up diligently, particularly with technology and any issue which might impact on health and safety obligations PEOPLE Administration – take responsibility for administration following established procedures, including schedules, organisation, deployment, managing holidays Motivation – assist the GM in leading the team; inspire and motivate them to realise their maximum potential and ensure everyone is fully committed to the growth and profitability of the business Recruitment – follow established procedures; ensure all staff are legally entitled to work in the UK, induction is completed and documented Training and Development – assist the GM in the appraisal of associates; create plans to address any performance issues; identify development opportunities Welfare and Discipline – follow company policy with regard to staff welfare and ensure discipline is maintained; assist the GM in dealing with performance issues in a timely manner as required Uniform, grooming and conduct – maintain the highest standards of presentation, dress and behaviour and ensure that this is maintained by all team members Guest relations – build and maintain excellent relations; meet and greet; maintain guest loyalty Service – ensure that the provision of service and guest care are of the highest standard; consistently act as a role model in the delivery of the highest standards of service Feedback – assist the GM in dealing with written complaints promptly and inform Head Office; together with the GM propose any necessary solutions to issues raised; complete nightly report with accurate information Briefings – assist the GM with appropriate briefings to enable managers and associates to fulfil guests’ arrangements. In addition to the above duties, you will carry out such other duties as the Company reasonably directs from time to time. Our Managers • Have a genuine desire to provide the best guest experience, exceeding guest expectations and constantly reviewing and evolving the performance of themselves and the team, • Maintain the highest personal standards of conduct and performance; they are adaptable, dependable and have a strong work ethic., • Have impeccable presentation., • Have good working relationships with everyone they come into contact with at work, behaving in a friendly, courteous and professional way.

Full-Time Store Manager – Dessert and Coffee shop We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Full-Time Store Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our busy coffee shop and bakery. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Dessert and coffee, bakery, and hospitality management who can take full ownership of the store. You'll be responsible for leading the team, driving business growth, maintaining exceptional customer service, managing stock, and ensuring the store operates efficiently every day. We're looking for someone who doesn't just manage the business—they improve it by identifying opportunities, increasing sales, maintaining high standards, and creating a positive team culture. Key Responsibilities • Take full responsibility for the overall running and performance of the store., • Lead, train, motivate, and manage the team to deliver exceptional customer service., • Recruit, onboard, and develop staff while managing rotas, attendance, and performance., • Ensure the highest standards of coffee preparation, bakery presentation, food quality, cleanliness, and customer experience., • Manage daily operations, ensuring smooth service during busy periods., • Oversee stock control, ordering, supplier relationships, and inventory management while minimising waste., • Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to increase revenue and profitability., • Ensure products are displayed attractively and maintain excellent merchandising standards., • Resolve customer concerns professionally and maintain a welcoming environment., • Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and company procedures., • Manage cash handling, daily reporting, and store administration., • Work with senior management to identify opportunities for growth, improve operational efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction. Essential Requirements • Proven experience managing a coffee shop, café, bakery, or similar hospitality business in UK, • Strong knowledge of speciality coffee, barista operations, and bakery products., • Experience leading, managing, and developing staff in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills., • Strong understanding of stock control, ordering, and cost management., • Commercial awareness with the ability to drive sales and improve profitability., • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards., • A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills., • Passion for delivering outstanding customer service and creating a positive workplace culture. Desirable Skills • Barista training or coffee industry experience., • Experience with bakery production or bakery retail operations., • Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certification., • Experience using EPOS systems and stock management software. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience., • Career progression opportunities within a growing business., • Staff discounts., • Ongoing training and development., • Supportive and friendly working environment. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience.

Pests R Us Ltd is a growing pest control company providing professional pest management services to domestic, commercial and public-sector clients across London and the surrounding areas. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and customer-focused Pest Control Technician to join our team. This is a practical and varied role. No two days are the same, and you will visit a range of properties, identify pest problems, carry out treatments and provide customers with professional advice to prevent problems from returning. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems and dealing with customers professionally. Key Responsibilities • Attend scheduled domestic and commercial pest control appointments., • Investigate pest activity and identify the cause and extent of infestations., • Identify common pests including rats, mice, cockroaches, bed bugs, fleas, ants, wasps, flies and other nuisance pests., • Carry out pest control treatments safely and effectively using approved methods and products., • Set, inspect and maintain traps, bait stations and monitoring equipment., • Carry out follow-up visits and assess the effectiveness of treatments., • Identify potential pest entry points, harbourage areas and contributing factors., • Provide customers with clear advice and recommendations to prevent future infestations., • Complete treatment reports, photographs and job records accurately., • Communicate with the office regarding completed jobs, follow-up requirements and customer issues., • Maintain pest control equipment, PPE and company vehicles in a clean and professional condition., • Follow all company health & safety, COSHH and pest-control procedures., • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude when representing Pests R Us., • Build positive relationships with customers and site managers., • Identify opportunities for additional pest-control, proofing or preventative work where appropriate. Types of Properties You may work across a wide variety of environments, including: • Restaurants and food businesses, • Schools and nurseries, • Offices, • Residential properties, • Hotels and accommodation, • Property-management sites, • Shops and commercial premises, • Warehouses, • Construction sites, • Public-sector buildings, • Communal areas and external grounds Skills & Experience Essential: • Reliable and punctual., • Professional attitude and good work ethic., • Good communication and customer-service skills., • Practical and confident approach to problem-solving., • Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule., • Good attention to detail., • Comfortable working in different environments and weather conditions., • Physically capable of carrying equipment, climbing stairs and working in confined or awkward areas., • Basic smartphone skills for completing job reports and uploading photographs., • Appropriate driving/riding entitlement for the vehicle being used. Desirable: • Previous pest control experience., • BPCA or RSPH pest-control qualification., • Commercial pest-control experience., • Knowledge of COSHH and safe pesticide use., • Experience with digital job-management or CRM systems., • Experience in proofing, bird control or other property maintenance work. Driving & Motorcycle Licence Because the role involves travelling between customer sites, applicants must have a suitable means of travelling to work locations. A full UK driving licence is preferred. Applicants who use a motorcycle or scooter are also welcome. A valid CBT with the appropriate motorcycle entitlement or a full motorcycle licence is acceptable where applicable. Any motorcycle/scooter used for work must have appropriate business-use insurance and comply with all legal requirements. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: • Reliable and trustworthy, • Hardworking and motivated, • Friendly and approachable, • Professional when dealing with customers, • Practical and good at solving problems, • Comfortable working alone, • Organised and able to manage their time, • Willing to learn new skills, • Confident using technology, • Presentable and respectful of customers’ homes and businesses Training & Development Previous pest-control experience is beneficial but not essential for the right candidate. Training can be provided to the successful applicant, including company procedures, pest identification, treatment methods, health and safety and customer service. There will also be opportunities to develop additional skills in areas such as: • Rodent control, • Insect control, • Bed bug treatment, • Bird control, • Pest-proofing, • Bird-proofing installations, • Commercial pest management, • Rope-access/property maintenance work What We Offer • Competitive salary/rates of pay., • Full training and ongoing development., • Company equipment and PPE., • Company vehicle where applicable., • Varied domestic and commercial work., • Regular work with established customers., • Opportunity to earn additional income through performance and additional work., • Career progression within a growing company., • Opportunity to develop specialist pest-control and property-maintenance skills., • Support from an experienced management team. Progression As Pests R Us continues to grow, there will be opportunities for the right person to take on additional responsibility. Potential progression could include: Pest Control Technician → Senior Technician → Team Leader → Operations/Field Supervisor There may also be opportunities to specialise in commercial pest management, bird control, proofing and property maintenance. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply want to turn up, complete a job and leave. The ideal candidate will take pride in their work, care about the customer experience and want to develop their skills as the company grows. If you are practical, reliable, motivated and enjoy solving problems, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join Pests R Us Ltd and become part of a growing professional pest-control team.

Join the team at German Doner Kebab as a Cashier / Sales Assistant. In this role, you will be the front-facing ambassador for our brand, ensuring every customer receives exceptional service. Your key responsibilities will include: • Greeting customers warmly and taking their orders accurately., • Efficiently processing cash and card payments., • Maintaining a clean and organised cashier and dining area., • Assisting with general sales tasks and ensuring customer satisfaction., • Adhering to all food safety and hygiene standards. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, customer-focused, and eager to contribute to a dynamic fast-food environment. If you have excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor, we encourage you to apply!

QSR Area Manager within Essex Area. The area Manager is responsible for the overall operational, commercial and people performance of the stores within their assigned area. The role is accountable for ensuring stores operate to company standards, achieve financial and KPI targets, maintain full compliance, and deliver a consistently strong customer experience. The area Manager will lead, coach and develop Store Managers and their teams, drive local sales opportunities, support Head Office initiatives, and ensure each store operates efficiently, safely and in line with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership • Oversee the day-to-day performance of all assigned corporate stores., • Ensure stores open and close on time and operate in line with company standards and procedures., • Maintain consistently high standards across food quality, cleanliness, customer service, health and safety, and overall store presentation., • Support stores operationally where required, including during peak periods, manager absence, staffing shortages or other business-critical situations., • Conduct regular store visits and operational reviews, recording findings and actions as required., • Ensure store managers complete all required administration, checks and reporting accurately and on time. Commercial Performance • Take full ownership of store P&L performance, ensuring financial targets are achieved and stores operate in line with business objectives., • Drive store sales, labour efficiency, food cost control and overall profitability across the area., • Review KPI performance regularly and implement clear action plans where standards or targets are not being met., • Analyse store performance data, including sales, labour, food variance, wastage, coupon use, remakes, edited orders and voids, and act on trends promptly., • Review aggregator performance and ensure appropriate analysis and follow-up action is taken to support sales and operational standards., • Work closely with Head Office to support and execute marketing plans, promotions and local sales initiatives across stores., • Contact and engage with local businesses to build sales opportunities, local partnerships and wider brand presence within each store’s trading area. People Management and Development • Lead, coach and support Store Managers to deliver strong operational and commercial results., • Build capable, accountable and engaged store management teams., • Support recruitment activity where required, including advertising, interviewing, onboarding and induction., • Ensure effective training is delivered across stores and that managers and team members are developed in line with business needs., • Promote internal progression and support succession planning across the area., • Act as a mentor and escalation point for Store Managers and provide practical support in resolving day-to-day people challenges., • Work closely with HR where required on investigations, formal meetings, employee relations matters and performance concerns. Compliance and Standards • Ensure all assigned stores remain compliant with legal, regulatory and company requirements., • Manage and complete regulatory compliance applications where required, including business rates, extended hours and pavement licences., • Ensure stores maintain required records, checks and procedures relating to food safety, health and safety, security and operational compliance., • Drive compliance with audit requirements, including OER standards, HACCP, PRP, vehicle checks, accident reporting and any other internal or external compliance obligations., • Ensure working standards are maintained for CCTV, alarms, fire safety systems, uniform, administration and all required operational controls., • Lead and drive the resolution of maintenance issues across stores, ensuring timely action and minimal disruption to operations. Planning and Control • Monitor labour scheduling to ensure stores are appropriately resourced in line with forecasted sales and business needs., • Review rotas, staffing levels and labour usage to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities., • Support Store Managers with forecasting, planning and operational organisation to improve consistency and performance., • Monitor food ordering, stock accuracy, food transfers and inventory discipline to support cost control and minimise waste., • Ensure key business priorities, promotional activity and operational requirements are clearly communicated and executed across stores. Store Visits and Oversight The Area Manager is expected to maintain a regular presence across their stores and complete visits which may include: • Operational standards reviews, • Opening and closing checks, • Paperwork and admin reviews, • HACCP and compliance reviews, • Training observations and coaching, • Stock and inventory checks, • Rush period support, • Manager meetings and action planning, • Wellbeing and engagement check-ins All visits, findings and follow-up actions must be recorded in the appropriate company systems. Skills, Knowledge and Experience • Proven experience in a multi-site quick service restaurant and delivery management role., • Extensive knowledge and experience of third party delivery platforms., • Strong understanding of store operations, people management and performance improvement., • Experience managing KPIs, labour, costs and operational compliance., • Ability to lead, coach and influence managers and teams effectively., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple stores and issues at pace., • Commercially aware, with the ability to identify risks, inefficiencies and growth opportunities., • Confident using systems, reports and data to support decision-making., • Resilient, hands-on and solution-focused, with a willingness to support stores directly when required., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with Head Office departments. Key Behaviours • Leads by example, • Holds high standards and drives accountability, • Acts with urgency and ownership, • Builds strong relationships with teams and stakeholders, • Supports change positively and drives continuous improvement, • Maintains professionalism, fairness and consistency General This job description sets out the main duties of the role and is not an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties reasonably consistent with the level and nature of the position.