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  • Bartender
    Bartender
    9 hours ago
    £12.21–£13 hourly
    Part-time
    Brixton, Lambeth

    Vibrancy: the state of being full of and Team Members at Incipio are key parts of our team, and our management teams will empower you to grow in your role, working with you on your hospitality skills and product knowledge, striving to be the best version of yourself. Our Team Members bring our beautiful venues to life, curating vibrant atmospheres for great times. BENEFITS + BEST BITS · Tronc paid fairly and equally · 60% of our management teams have been promoted internally. · Mental Maintenance: Therapy for free · Referral Bonus: refer a friend and once they have passed their probation you receive a bonus · Career support and opportunities to develop within the Career Pathway, expanding in your role as the business grows · Company awards to celebrate team and regular events · Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials · Incentive trips sponsored by Brands (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) · Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave · 50% discount for food and drink in all Incipio venues WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING UP TO · Have a passion for all things hospitality, driving positive feedback and achieving a target set by your management team each week. · You work at pace with energy, always looking for the next task that can be completed. · You proactively work to enhance the atmosphere of your venue, including music, lighting and temperature and communicate this with your management team. · You work closely with your front of house and kitchen teams to deliver an exceptional experience for our guests on every shift. · You actively achieve sales targets set by your management team and support other team members to do the same. · Everything you deliver is to the highest service standards, proactively driving sales and following the lead of your management team. · You ensure our guests are shown the best possible experience and are looked after safely when in our venues and when leaving. · You actively complete your compliancy e-learning within 2 weeks of starting to ensure you are safe in the workplace. · You deliver our products to spec, complete spec tests and take and learn new drinks and food menu dishes when required. · Having fun, laughing and giving good vibes WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR · You positively represent yourself, your team and Incipio, day by day through your actions, tasks, and responsibilities. · Vibrant + energetic individuals · A discipline for exceptional standards · Problem solvers; people who thrive from completing tasks and always find a way through a problem · A natural with guests, someone who enjoys interaction and busy environments. · Friendliness and approachability · A genuine desire to deliver a great experience to our guests and form brilliant teams. Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

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  • Restaurant Waiter / Waitress
    Restaurant Waiter / Waitress
    1 day ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    Bishopsgate, City of London

    Your Role: The front of house team is currently looking for a passionate Waiter/ Waitress to join our family, ensuring each guest is welcomed warmly, whilst making their time with us a memorable one by providing our guests with the finest food and beverages, accompanied by, friendly, efficient and flawless service throughout their experience. This vacancy sits within our restaurant and 'SAMBAROOM' - Our new cocktail bar & private dining room located on the 39th floor of London’s Heron Tower. Your Rewards: As a Waiter/Waitress we don’t just give you a job you love, we like to reward you for all your commitment and dedication at work, these benefits include: • Highly competitive salary, • 50% Discount on food and drink for up to 6 people to use in SUSHISAMBA® or Duck & Waffle restaurants, • 28 day’s holiday allowance, • Complimentary meal and drink during shifts, • 'Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme, • Employee of the month rewards, • Internal Training and career development, • Pension Scheme – including employer contributions, • Yearly Staff award ceremony and party Your Requirements: The Waiter/Waitress’s primary responsibilities are to exemplify uncompromising hospitality with courteous and efficient service to guests throughout their dining experience. The Waiter/Waitress takes orders, answers questions about the menu, sells the restaurant's food and drinks, takes payment, and communicates orders with the kitchen staff while maintaining a warm and friendly demeanour. As a Waiter/Waitress we would love you to have: • Experience working as a Head Waiter/Waitress or Waiter/Waitress in a similar fast-paced environment will be tested at trial/interview stage, • Good English language communication skills are required, • Must be fine with late finishes., • Flexible availability, working any 5 days a week between Monday - Sunday, • Deep respect for diversity and individuality, • The ability to maintain set processes and standards, • Your Restaurant: SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil and Peru. The menus are a mix of new and signature dishes with an emphasis on bold flavours, the finest ingredients and artful presentations. SUSHISAMBA is operated by Sushi Samba Group, which oversees locations in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Dubai, Doha & Bahrain. IMPORTANT: Please do not apply for this job unless you qualify.

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  • Floor Support
    Floor Support
    2 days ago
    £12.71–£13.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Brixton, Lambeth

    Vibrancy: the state of being full of and Team Members at Incipio are key parts of our team, and our management teams will empower you to grow in your role, working with you on your hospitality skills and product knowledge, striving to be the best version of yourself. Our Team Members bring our beautiful venues to life, curating vibrant atmospheres for great times. BENEFITS + BEST BITS · Tronc paid fairly and equally · 60% of our management teams have been promoted internally. · Mental Maintenance: Therapy for free · Referral Bonus: refer a friend and once they have passed their probation you receive a bonus · Career support and opportunities to develop within the Career Pathway, expanding in your role as the business grows · Company awards to celebrate team and regular events · Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials · Incentive trips sponsored by Brands (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) · Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave · 50% discount for food and drink in all Incipio venues WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING UP TO · Have a passion for all things hospitality, driving positive feedback and achieving a target set by your management team each week. · You work at pace with energy, always looking for the next task that can be completed. · You proactively work to enhance the atmosphere of your venue, including music, lighting and temperature and communicate this with your management team. · You work closely with your front of house and kitchen teams to deliver an exceptional experience for our guests on every shift. · You actively achieve sales targets set by your management team and support other team members to do the same. · Everything you deliver is to the highest service standards, proactively driving sales and following the lead of your management team. · You ensure our guests are shown the best possible experience and are looked after safely when in our venues and when leaving. · You actively complete your compliancy e-learning within 2 weeks of starting to ensure you are safe in the workplace. · You deliver our products to spec, complete spec tests and take and learn new drinks and food menu dishes when required. · Having fun, laughing and giving good vibes WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR · You positively represent yourself, your team and Incipio, day by day through your actions, tasks, and responsibilities. · Vibrant + energetic individuals · A discipline for exceptional standards · Problem solvers; people who thrive from completing tasks and always find a way through a problem · A natural with guests, someone who enjoys interaction and busy environments. · Friendliness and approachability · A genuine desire to deliver a great experience to our guests and form brilliant teams. Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

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  • Head Waiter / Waitress
    Head Waiter / Waitress
    3 days ago
    £17–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Your Role: The front of house team is currently looking for a passionate Waiter/Waitress to join our family at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden, ensuring each guest is welcomed warmly while making their time with us truly memorable. You will deliver the finest food and beverages with friendly, efficient, and flawless service from start to finish. Your Rewards: As a valued member of the team, we offer more than just a job – we reward dedication and hard work with a range of benefits, including: Highly competitive salary 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6 people in SUSHISAMBA® or Duck & Waffle 28 days’ holiday allowance Complimentary meal and drink during shifts ‘Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme Employee of the month rewards Internal training and clear career progression Pension scheme with employer contributions Annual staff awards and celebration party Your Requirements: As a Waiter/Waitress, your main responsibility is to embody uncompromising hospitality. You’ll provide courteous, knowledgeable service to guests, take orders, answer menu questions, upsell our unique offerings, and communicate clearly with the kitchen — all while maintaining a warm, professional presence on the floor. We’d love you to have: Experience working as a Head Waiter/Waitress or Waiter/Waitress in a fast-paced, high-quality environment (this will be tested at trial/interview) Excellent English communication skills Previous lounge/bar experience and private dining room (PDR) knowledge preferred Flexibility with working hours, including late finishes Availability to work any 5 days between Monday and Sunday A deep respect for diversity and individuality A commitment to maintaining standards and following procedures Your Restaurant: SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil, and Peru. Our menus feature a blend of new and signature dishes that emphasize bold flavors, premium ingredients, and artistic presentation. Operated by Sushi Samba Group, we proudly run restaurants in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Dubai, Doha, and Bahrain.

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  • Bar Tender
    Bar Tender
    4 days ago
    £12.71–£13.5 hourly
    Part-time
    West Kensington, Hammersmith and Fulham

    Vibrancy: the state of being full of and Team Members at Incipio are key parts of our team, and our management teams will empower you to grow in your role, working with you on your hospitality skills and product knowledge, striving to be the best version of yourself. Our Team Members bring our beautiful venues to life, curating vibrant atmospheres for great times. BENEFITS + BEST BITS · Tronc paid fairly and equally · 60% of our management teams have been promoted internally. · Mental Maintenance: Therapy for free · Referral Bonus: refer a friend and once they have passed their probation you receive a bonus · Career support and opportunities to develop within the Career Pathway, expanding in your role as the business grows · Company awards to celebrate team and regular events · Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials · Incentive trips sponsored by Brands (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) · Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave · 50% discount for food and drink in all Incipio venues WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING UP TO · Have a passion for all things hospitality, driving positive feedback and achieving a target set by your management team each week. · You work at pace with energy, always looking for the next task that can be completed. · You proactively work to enhance the atmosphere of your venue, including music, lighting and temperature and communicate this with your management team. · You work closely with your front of house and kitchen teams to deliver an exceptional experience for our guests on every shift. · You actively achieve sales targets set by your management team and support other team members to do the same. · Everything you deliver is to the highest service standards, proactively driving sales and following the lead of your management team. · You ensure our guests are shown the best possible experience and are looked after safely when in our venues and when leaving. · You actively complete your compliancy e-learning within 2 weeks of starting to ensure you are safe in the workplace. · You deliver our products to spec, complete spec tests and take and learn new drinks and food menu dishes when required. · Having fun, laughing and giving good vibes WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR · You positively represent yourself, your team and Incipio, day by day through your actions, tasks, and responsibilities. · Vibrant + energetic individuals · A discipline for exceptional standards · Problem solvers; people who thrive from completing tasks and always find a way through a problem · A natural with guests, someone who enjoys interaction and busy environments. · Friendliness and approachability · A genuine desire to deliver a great experience to our guests and form brilliant teams. Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

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  • Waiter / Waitress
    Waiter / Waitress
    3 days ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Your Role: The front of house team is currently looking for a passionate Waiter/Waitress to join our family at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden, ensuring each guest is welcomed warmly while making their time with us truly memorable. You will deliver the finest food and beverages with friendly, efficient, and flawless service from start to finish. Your Rewards: As a valued member of the team, we offer more than just a job – we reward dedication and hard work with a range of benefits, including: Highly competitive salary 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6 people in SUSHISAMBA® or Duck & Waffle 28 days’ holiday allowance Complimentary meal and drink during shifts ‘Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme Employee of the month rewards Internal training and clear career progression Pension scheme with employer contributions Annual staff awards and celebration party Your Requirements: As a Waiter/Waitress, your main responsibility is to embody uncompromising hospitality. You’ll provide courteous, knowledgeable service to guests, take orders, answer menu questions, upsell our unique offerings, and communicate clearly with the kitchen — all while maintaining a warm, professional presence on the floor. We’d love you to have: Experience working as a Head Waiter/Waitress or Waiter/Waitress in a fast-paced, high-quality environment (this will be tested at trial/interview) Excellent English communication skills Previous lounge/bar experience and private dining room (PDR) knowledge preferred Flexibility with working hours, including late finishes Availability to work any 5 days between Monday and Sunday A deep respect for diversity and individuality A commitment to maintaining standards and following procedures Your Restaurant: SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil, and Peru. Our menus feature a blend of new and signature dishes that emphasize bold flavors, premium ingredients, and artistic presentation. Operated by Sushi Samba Group, we proudly run restaurants in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Dubai, Doha, and Bahrain.

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  • Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
    Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
    15 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Launched in Paris in 2019, Tigermilk is a fast-growing restaurant group with 12 locations across Europe — 10 in France, 1 in Belgium, and our newest opening in London (Tottenham Court Road). We bring Latin American–inspired cuisine and cocktails to life in vibrant, centrally located restaurants — 100% homemade, responsibly sourced, and built on strong brand identity and guest experience. Now, we’re accelerating our expansion in the UK, with multiple openings planned across London and beyond — and we’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen teams, ensure flawless execution of our food standards, and build the training and operational structure needed to scale successfully. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in high-energy kitchens and is passionate about developing people, maintaining strict hygiene and compliance, and delivering consistent, high-quality Tigermilk food — every day, at every site. The Role As Head Chef / Kitchen Lead – UK, you will be responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality Tigermilk food standards in the UK. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will: • Lead daily kitchen operations and execution during prep and service, • Train, develop, and structure kitchen teams to build autonomy and consistency, • Oversee recruitment and onboarding for kitchen hires, • Maintain strong hygiene, food safety, and compliance standards, • Deliver consistent food quality, taste, plating, and speed during every service, • Ensure strict compliance with technical sheets, recipes, and portion control (grammage), • Build and run a structured training programme for cooks (onboarding, station training, assessments), • Coach and upskill kitchen teams to reach consistent performance across stations, • Lead and motivate teams through strong standards, discipline, and positive culture, • Support performance development through feedback, coaching, and structure, • Support and oversee kitchen recruitment: interviews, trial shifts, evaluation, selection, • Ensure onboarding is effective and team structure supports performance and retention, • Maintain disciplined labelling, date control (prep/use-by), FIFO rotation, and organised storage, • Ensure the kitchen is UK food-safety compliant and EHO-ready at all times, • Enforce HACCP-based procedures, allergen controls, temperature checks, logs and traceability, • Maintain daily and weekly cleaning routines (opening/closing checklists, deep cleans), • Play a key role in pre-opening and launch phases: kitchen setup, training plans, test services, • Support future sites to embed strong standards from day one, • 5+ years in professional kitchens, with 2+ years in a leadership role (Sous Chef / Head Chef / Kitchen Manager), • Experience in high-volume, fast-paced service environments, • Strong leadership with a genuine passion for training and developing teams, • Strong understanding of UK hygiene and food safety compliance (HACCP, allergens, logs), • Highly structured, disciplined and consistent — you build systems, not just services, • Consistent food quality and standards across services and teams, • Strong, autonomous kitchen teams with clear training structure, • A clean, organised, audit-ready kitchen every day, • Successful recruitment and onboarding to support growth, • Join a fast-growing European group launching and scaling in the UK, • Real opportunity to shape kitchen standards and build teams from the ground up, • High-energy restaurants with a strong brand identity and guest experience focus

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  • Waiter / Waitress
    Waiter / Waitress
    2 months ago
    £12.21 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    W LONDON - CONTROL YOUR BEAT Located in Soho, W London owns the stage in the epicentre of the city’s cultural core. Plugged in to the pulse of London’s energetic social scene, this is where louder-than-life Soho mixes with the glitzy West End. THE PERCEPTION BAR & W LOUNGE W London’s standout bar and lounge overlooking the vibrant streets of Soho and Leicester Square. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s where striking design, boundary-pushing cocktails, indulgent dining, and cutting-edge music and events come together to create an unforgettable scene. Inspired by the bold spirit and diversity of London itself, The Perception Bar celebrates individuality. We’re looking for talent's who are passionate, playful, audacious, and polished. Those who aren’t afraid to bring their full selves to work. YOUR ROLE IN THE SPOTLIGHT • Showcase Expertise: Present our curated food and beverage offerings with confidence, ensuring every recommendation enhances the guest experience., • Engage with Elegance: Interact with guests warmly and professionally, anticipating their needs and creating personalized moments that make their stay unforgettable., • Attention to Detail: Ensure every table setting, dish presentation, and service touchpoint meets the highest standards of luxury hospitality., • Collaborate Seamlessly: Work closely with the restaurant and kitchen teams to guarantee smooth service and timely delivery of dishes., • Maintain Excellence: Keep your section immaculate and well-prepared, because flawless service begins with meticulous preparation., • Precision in Transactions: Handle billing and payments accurately and discreetly, ensuring a seamless experience from first greeting to final farewell., • Whatever/Whenever Service: Embody our signature service philosophy by going above and beyond to personalize every interaction and create lasting memories., • Team Spirit: Be flexible and ready to support other departments when needed — because in a luxury hotel, every role contributes to the guest’s overall experience. YOUR EFFORTS, OUR APPRECIATION • Complimentary Meals - Enjoy tasty and varied meals every day in our Green Room canteen., • Monthly Service Charge - Receive a service charge payment each month., • Learning & Development - Access industry leading digital and classroom based training resources, plus opportunities for cross-exposure across departments., • Apprenticeships -Take advantage of apprenticeship programmes designed to support your growth and development in your role., • Holiday Entitlement - 28 days of holiday including public holidays, with enhanced benefits based on length of service. (Pro rata), • Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn £250 when you successfully refer a new team member. (Terms & Conditions apply), • Company Pension Scheme - Plan for your future with our secure and supportive pension offering., • Recognition & Celebration - We celebrate success through awards, recognition events, and career milestone celebrations., • High Street Discounts - Enjoy exclusive discounts on shopping, eye tests, cinema tickets, technology, and more., • Monthly Associate Events - Participate in a vibrant calendar of fun, associate-focused events., • Long Service Recognition - Dedicated appreciation events to honour your career milestones with the company., • Global Marriott Stay Discount - Travel the world with exclusive hotel discounts for you and your loved ones across Marriott International., • Health Assured & Wisdom App - 24/7 confidential support for your mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing., • Food & Beverage Discount - Receive 20% off in all food and beverage outlets within Marriott properties., • Spa Discount - Relax and recharge with 30% off treatments in our Away Spa. ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK Please note, all candidates applying for this role must have obtained the right to work and live in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of our recruitment process. At W Hotels, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

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