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We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef to join our team. This role will focus on preparing, cooking, and perfecting smash burgers and grilled chicken dishes, while maintaining consistency, flavor, and presentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, works well under pressure, and has a passion for delivering top-quality food. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook smash burgers, grilled chicken, and other menu items to order Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and presentation Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation in line with food safety standards Monitor stock levels, assist with inventory, and minimize food waste Collaborate with the team to refine recipes and introduce new menu ideas Uphold kitchen hygiene, health, and safety guidelines at all times Qualifications: Previous experience as a grill cook, line cook, or chef (burger experience preferred) Strong knowledge of grilling techniques and meat preparation Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen Excellent teamwork, communication, and time management skills Food handler’s certification (preferred but not required)

The Cheese Bar are looking for a talented Head Chef to join and lead the Back of House team at our restaurant in Paddington Central, The Cheese Barge. We’re dedicated to celebrating the best in British Cheese, working with suppliers from all around the country to create our signature grilled cheese sandwiches, cheese boards and other classic cheese-focused dishes – all seasonal, and made with the best quality produce. We're busy year-round, so you’ll need energy and a positive attitude to succeed in our small, but passionate and determined team. You will have the exciting opportunity to lead and develop the back of house team to deliver The Cheese Barge dining experience that our customers have come to know us for since opening in 2021. Full training on cheeses is provided, including industry recognised qualifications through the Academy of Cheese, as well as a range of benefits. Professional development opportunities are available within the company for those who show initiative. If this sounds like you, please get in touch. Key Responsibilities • Responsible for all culinary activities at The Cheese Barge, Paddington., • Working with senior management to develop menus and special dishes, liaising with suppliers, monitoring GP and staff costs, and writing product specifications and recipes., • Lead the BOH team, hiring, motivating and managing staff of all levels, and ensuring full training on produce, products, food hygiene and H&S., • Overseeing food purchasing and storage., • Maintaining rigorous standards across all aspects of your role, leading by example to the rest of The Cheese Barge staff., • Manage relationships and workflow within BOH team, and between FOH & BOH, working closely with the General Manager. Benefits: • 28 days holiday per year, • Monthly British cheese box, • Quarterly Bonus, • Producer visits, • Free staff meals & trader discounts, • 50% off meals on your days off, • Full training & tastings, including Academy of Cheese qualifications, • Staff socials Requirements: • A strong knowledge of flavours and palate, with 2-3 years' experience in a good calibre of restaurant., • An awareness of British Cheese, with an interest to learn and develop a deeper understanding of it, • A strong understanding of the London restaurant scene, seasonality and British produce, • Creative, driven and passionate, with the ability to manage and motivate a team, • Excellent work ethic, organisation and communication skills, • Friendly, approachable and humble

Key Responsibilities: • Skilled at cooking chicken and lamb on coal BBQ, • Prepare meats for coal BBQ, including marination and grilling., • Assist in the preparation and cooking of a variety of traditional Lebanese dishes., • Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards of quality and taste., • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment., • Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines., • Assist with inventory management, including receiving and storing supplies., • Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Qualifications: • Arabic speaking is ideal., • Experience in Lebanese or Middle Eastern cuisine strongly preferred., • Previous kitchen or food preparation experience is an advantage., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail., • Strong teamwork and communication skills., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. Benefits: • Opportunity to learn and grow within the field of Lebanese cuisine., • Flexible work schedule., • Friendly and supportive work environment.

Exciting opportunities at the good life eatery!!! Benefits include: • competitive wage, • free meal on shift, • full training given, • 28 days holiday (Incl. Bank holidays), • career opportunities, • opportunities for personal development, • opportunity to join a fun and hard working team We are looking for full time & part time team members to join our team ASAP - with various levels of opportunity available across all our sites Are you passionate about good food, great coffee and excellent customer service? Are you looking to gain experience and develop your skills in a good company? Opportunities are huge! We are Good Life Eatery, more than just an eatery! We strive to encourage everyone to eat better, healthier and happier with our yummy healthy offering. We’re not 'diet', we’re not boring and we definitely won't put anything on the menu unless it looks and tastes like the real deal!

Pay: £13.50 per hour Job description: Fast. Fresh, Fearless Are you ready to join one of the fastest growing Vietnamese food brands on a mission to serve the most authentic and freshest taste of Vietnam to customers within 3 minutes? As we grow across the UK and London, we are looking for thoughtful & free spirited leaders to come and deliver the HOP experience across our two new sites coming VERY SOON!!! Do you come from the world of Hospitality? Ready to join something special? Ready to Lead, Grow, and Thrive? Let’s do it! As a HOP Master, you support the Assistant General Manager in running a fantastic HOP restaurant and delivering great restaurant performance. This isn’t just another supervisor role - it’s a career with real growth opportunities. We invest in our people with paid training, team events, bonuses, and a culture that celebrates individuality - because we know that when you’re at your best, our team and our guests feel it too. If you’re an operator with a passion for hospitality, a love for fast-paced environments, and the energy to inspire those around you, we’d love to have you on board. Come be a part of something different—where the only thing we put in a box is our food! The Role at a Glance: HOP Master (Restaurant Supervisor) London (100% Onsite) £13.50 per Hour Plus a complete benefits package including free food on every shift, team events and parties, clear development path, discounts, gifts and more… Hours: Full Time (up to 45 hours per week) Our Story: Born into a family of caterers, our founder, Paul Hopper, has hospitality in his blood. After six uninspiring years in the city, he set off to South East Asia, where a typhoon unexpectedly led him to Saigon. There, he discovered pho from a bustling street vendor, immersing himself in the rich flavours and vibrant culture. Inspired by the warmth and resilience of the people, HOP Vietnamese was born. Since 2015, HOP has been serving London & Manchester with fresh, flavourful food across five thriving restaurants—soon to be seven in 2025. Join us as we continue to grow! Our Commitment to you: When visiting Vietnam, you’ll immediately notice a strong sense of community - people sharing meals in street food markets. Thoughtfulness is at the heart of Vietnamese culture, not just among friends and family but also toward strangers and visitors. Everywhere you go, there’s an immense energy and positivity, from the people to the bustling streets and markets. These values are at the core of everything we do, especially when it comes to our team. That’s why we promise to always be mindfully respectful and thoughtful in our actions and decisions - whether they affect you, our community, or our planet. If you’re part of the HOP family, know that we are grateful for everything you do. We celebrate uniqueness, champion individuality, and embrace diversity. You’ll never be asked to be anything other than yourself - because your personality is what makes HOP, HOP! Our restaurants stand out from anything else on the high street. We love pushing boundaries, breaking the norm, and doing things differently. The only thing you’ll ever find us putting in a box is our food! Where you’ll shine: As a part of the management team, you'll be assisting steer the daily operations and ensuring top-notch service, delicious food, happy teams and happy customers. Leading by example, you'll inspire and energise your colleagues and play a key role in ensuring the smooth daily running of your restaurant. With a keen eye on detail, you'll support in optimising workflows, managing stock, and keeping costs in check—without ever compromising on quality. Compliance is key, so you’ll be involved in making sure health, safety, and licensing standards are always met. From handling customer feedback with a smile to training and supporting a happy, motivated team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering an exceptional dining experience. About you: • At least 1 year of previous supervisor/management experience, • Ideally, you will have experience in the restaurant, hospitality, quick-service restaurants (QSR) or high-energy, casual dining industry, • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant, balancing efficiency with great customer experience, • Some operational knowledge, including stock management, compliance, and cost control, • Hands-on approach—willing to step in when needed, • Honing the craft of excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both team members and customers, • A problem-solver who stays cool under pressure and can adapt quickly to challenges, • Competitive hourly rate, • day off on your birthday + 1 extra day for every two years working for HOP, • Structured career ladder for development, • Free food on every shift, • Team events & parties, • Referral scheme, • Flexible pay through wagestream, • 50% discount when you come with family or friends

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!

We are looking for a talented baker/pastry maker and brunch chef to join our team across our cafés and eateries. The ideal candidate will be passionate about creating modern, on-trend baked goods, fresh pastries, and vibrant brunch dishes that showcase both creativity and quality. If you enjoy working with seasonal ingredients, experimenting with new flavors, and delivering food that looks as good as it tastes, we’d love to hear from you.

At Tiny Wine Bar, we pride ourselves on offering a curated selection of wines in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. As a Bartender/Waiter, your role is central to creating a memorable guest experience through exceptional service, product knowledge, and genuine hospitality. A passion for wine and a desire to share that knowledge with guests is key to success in this role. Responsibilities: Guest Engagement: Greet guests warmly, present wine and food menus, and provide thoughtful recommendations based on preferences and pairings. Wine Knowledge: Offer informed insights on our wine list, including varietals, regions, tasting notes, and suggested pairings. Service Delivery: Take orders accurately and serve wine and small plates with professionalism and care. Presentation & Quality: Ensure wine is presented and served according to service standards, including proper glassware and temperature. Table Maintenance: Maintain clean and well-set tables, attending to guest' needs throughout their visit. Order Coordination: Communicate effectively with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service flow. Transactions: Handle bills and payments with accuracy and efficiency. Cleanliness: Uphold high standards of cleanliness across all guest-facing areas. Teamwork: Collaborate with fellow staff to ensure a seamless and enjoyable guest experience. Progression to Lead Waiter/Waitress: Consistently deliver high-level service and demonstrate deep product knowledge. Show leadership through communication, problem-solving, and initiative. Support junior staff and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture. Weekly Schedule 30-32hrs per week: Tuesday to Friday: 5 pm to 11 pm Saturday: 3 pm to 11 pm Sunday & Monday: off

GAZETTE BRASSERIE GROUP Gazette Battersea is looking for their next successful assistant manager. The perfect candidate will have a strong background in hospitality with some understanding of French cuisine and French approach to the bistro dining experience with that touch of "Je ne sais quoi". If you are charismatic, know how to wait tables and pour wine, shake a good cocktail, manage a team and lead by examples, feel free to apply to this position. If you do not yet meet the criteria's, we would still love to hear from you. Full broad training will be provided going from barista, to food and wine tasting... Gazette is a well established brand with strong local foundations operating six restaurants spread across London, mostly South west London. Gazette Battersea is a 100 cover restaurant operating as an all day French bistro every day of the year with a team of roughly 10 FOH members. Our managers are expected to be hands on AND proactive to ensure the smooth running of the operations on site and other sites.

WAITER / WAITRESS - up to £15 PER HOUR INC. TRONC 30h-40h/week The Cheese Bar are looking for experienced waiting staff to join the Front of House team at Pick & Cheese, at Seven Dials Market (Covent Garden). We’re dedicated to celebrating the best in British Cheese, working with suppliers from all around the country to create our signature grilled cheese sandwiches and other classic cheese-focused dishes – all seasonal, and made with the best quality produce. Pick & Cheese is the world’s first cheese conveyor belt. 25 different British cheeses, individually paired with a unique condiment and small producer wines. We are busy all year long, so you’ll need energy and a positive attitude. We’re an extremely passionate, creative and determined team, with an eye for detail and a strong focus on the customer experience. If you’re passionate about hospitality, understand what fantastic customer service is all about, and love cheese as much as we do, we want to hear from you. We’re looking for experienced, enthusiastic and reliable waiting staff, who have a natural talent for hospitality and a desire to pursue a career in this industry. Full training is provided, along with a range of benefits, and professional development opportunities are available within the company for those who show initiative. If this sounds like you, please get in touch. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver the company steps of service to the highest standard, creating positive experiences for our guests and colleagues., • Continuously improve product knowledge and understanding of our company ethos, conveying this to our guests where possible., • Promote a positive perception of the company at all times, both internally and externally. Benefits: • 28 days holiday per year, • Monthly British cheese box, • Quarterly Bonus, • Producer visits, • Free staff meals & trader discounts, • 50% off meals on your days off, • Full training & tastings, including Academy of Cheese qualifications, • Staff socials Requirements: • 1 year+ restaurant experience, • Basic wine knowledge, good general food and beverage knowledge (British cheese knowledge a bonus but not essential), • Superior customer service skills, • Thrives in a busy, fast-paced working environment, • Keen to learn whilst working, with a passion for good produce, • Hard working, with a pro-active attitude, and uses their own initiative

Key Responsibilities: Event Execution: Support the Head Chef in preparing and delivering high-quality food at a variety of events. Team Coordination: Supervise kitchen staff during event prep, setup, and live service—ensuring smooth workflows and timely execution. Prep & Production: Manage ingredient preparation, portioning, and packaging to ensure efficient and accurate setup for both on-site and off-site service. Logistics Management: Assist with load-ins, transport, and setup of kitchen equipment and food at event venues. Quality & Presentation: Maintain consistency and quality in taste and presentation, even under tight timelines and in varied environments. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all food is handled and served in line with current food safety regulations (HACCP/health codes). Required Skills & Traits: • Strong culinary background, particularly in high-volume or off-site catering, • Experience managing kitchen teams and fast-paced operations, • Flexibility and problem-solving in dynamic event environments, • Ability to lead by example and remain calm under pressure, • Valid food hygiene certifications and awareness of allergen protocols, • Willingness to travel and work irregular hours (nights/weekends)