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Sweet Jerk is all about good food, good vibes, and real Caribbean flavour. We serve tasty, feel-good food fast — not fancy, just proper flavour done right. We’ve been open in Beckenham for just over a year and we’re growing fast — with big plans to open more sites. This is your chance to join a team that’s building something special and help shape how our kitchens run. The Role We’re looking for a Kitchen Crew Lead — someone who’s worked in a busy kitchen and knows how to run a smooth shift. If you’ve led or trained others in places like Nando’s, Wingstop, Five Guys, or McDonald’s, this will feel familiar. You’ll be the one keeping the kitchen organised, supporting your crew, and making sure every meal hits Sweet Jerk standards. You’ll also help new starters learn the ropes, keep on top of prep, and make sure the kitchen always runs clean, safe, and smooth. Key Responsibilities • Lead and motivate the back-of-house team to deliver high-quality, consistent food at speed., • Manage prep levels, ticket times, and service flow for smooth, efficient operation., • Train and develop team members to follow Sweet Jerk standards in quality, safety, and presentation., • Oversee daily stock checks, par levels, and deliveries, keeping waste low and efficiency high., • Ensure food-safety, SFBB logs, and hygiene standards are met at all times., • Support rota planning, shift cover, and clear communication with the front-of-house team., • Jump on the line when needed — lead by example and bring positive energy to every shift. What We’re Looking For ✅ 2 + years’ experience in a fast-paced kitchen. ✅ 1 + year in a supervisory or management role (e.g. Kitchen Crew Lead, BOH Supervisor, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager). ✅ Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. ✅ A natural motivator who builds positive team culture. ✅ Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. ✅ A passion for Caribbean food, culture, and customer experience. Why You’ll Love Working at Sweet Jerk ⭐ We’re building a brand from the ground up — you’ll help shape it. ⭐ Big opportunities for growth as we open more restaurants. ⭐ Supportive, family-style team culture (we call our team Jerk Stars). ⭐ Great food, great people, and plenty of good vibes. ⭐ Free staff meals and training provided. How to Apply If you’re a natural leader who loves a fast-paced kitchen and wants to help grow something fresh, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short message telling us why you’d be a great fit for Sweet Jerk Job Type: Full-time Application question(s): • What experience do you have with Caribbean cuisine, and if none, what interests you in working with it?, • Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Experience: Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)

We're a fast growing food business with lots of opportunity, but you need to prove you can master the basics first. We're passionate about lowering the cost of food so everyone can enjoy a home cooked meal regardless of class, or income. Please apply if you • Love customer service, • Working in the kitchen, • Have high standards, • Are hard working, • Humble, • Have a startup/scrappy mindset, • Are long term focused, • Positive, • and Honest, • and want to build something. As an Assistant Manager you will be: • Responsible for opening and closing, • Serving perfect food., • Provide an “above and beyond” experience for your team while creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun., • Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order and their experience - You will deal with complaints promptly in an open and honest way., • Leading from the front, you will be hands on working with the team on the line and on floor with customers., • Responsible for supporting your General Manager and delivering store results., • Learning to own P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs., • Running smooth day to day operations, thinking about long term plans., • Always leading with our values, • Developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline. Where you can go with Us? If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us. Your next step would be a Store leader - leading to a future as an Area Trainer This isn’t just a job – it can be a career! About us Imagine if KFC and Itsu had a baby... ...it would probably be our crispy rolls. Viral on TikTok, you check it out yourself. And now you have the opportunity to join this growing business in its early days! We need talented Londoners to help cook, roll, and serve this tasty treat. (And keep our awesome Google rating!!!) The best candidates will be detail oriented too, so reading to the bottom of this job ad means you’ll know, we growing from two to five locations this year, so our team needs to double, meaning there is plenty of room for the best team members to become leaders and partial owners of the business. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate Benefits: 1. Discounted or free food, 2. Employee discount, 3. Employee stock ownership plan, 4. Employee stock purchase plan, 5. Gym membership Ability to commute/relocate: London SE16 3TP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Pay: £42,000.00 - £48,000.00 per year Site: Herne Hill / Brixton Hours: 5 day working week / 42-48 hour contract Pay: £42,000 to £48,000 including retention + performance bonuses (up to £7,000) New Opening: December 2024 Covers: 75 -150 cover site Opening times: Mon: Closed Tue: 9am-5pm(Kitchen: all day) Wed-Sat: 9am to 1030pm (Kitchen: 9-4) Sunday - 9am -5pm (Kitchen: 9-4)Events: 1-4 / month We are looking for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef who communicates well and can build, nurture and develop a new(ish) team. This Kitchen Manager / Head Chef role has lots of opportunity to create and innovate, working with different menus for our events and most importantly directly with both Company Owners as we grow, adapt, change and develop. We opened our larger second site last December; over 2 floors with a banging sound system and a large pedestrianised square out front with additional 50-70 covers. We are a neighbourhood restaurant, bar and event space in Herne Hill / Brixton and we are looking for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef who wants to work in and help inspire an innovative food culture of seasonal menus ( x 3 changes per year + events menus). We have an open plan kitchen; leading a 6-man team. The concept is all day dining, with brunch and lunch for 6 days / week, plus dinner for 4 nights a week. Events will also contribute much to our revenue as we grow. Our Kitchen Manager / Head Chef will work in a brand new kitchen, run the service, keep the kitchen well-organised, assist with menu and staff development and keep the team motivated. The Head Chef will work directly with the two company directors as well as the GM; their direct line manager. Our passion for food, design and music is reflected in our seasonal, quality ingredients; colourful, plant-filled interiors and funky Latin playlists. This place has a buzz, something you can help us grow more and more and be a really fun party and food corner of the community, Role Description This is a full-time Kitchen Manager / Head Chef role located in Herne Hill / Brixton. As a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef at Archie's Herne Hill, you will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations and managing a team of chefs. Your day-to-day tasks will include menu planning, food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, ensuring quality and consistency in dishes, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. This is an on-site role. Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role in a busy kitchen Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques Ability to execute creative and innovative menus Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment Attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality Ability to manage and motivate a team of chefs Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as requiredValid food handling certifications Note: Please ensure that your qualifications and experience align with the requirements of this role. What we can offer you: 42-48 hour week average - 2 x 4 day working weeks / month (once whole kitchen is running perfectly) Opportunity for career advancement Work with a small management team with influence Staff outings and parties Quarterly bonuses Regular team incentives and rewards Free staff meals (on shifts longer than 6 hours) Cycle to work scheme 30% discount on food when visiting the restaurant A complimentary congratulations meal for you and up to 3 guests when you complete your probation Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Casual dress Company events Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Store discount Experience: Kitchen management: 5 years (required) Food safety: 5 years (required) Work Location: In person

Role Overview Josh Hair and Beauty is seeking a talented, reliable, and versatile General Hairstylist to join our creative team on a commission-based agreement. This stylist should be confident in working independently across a range of services and have excellent customer service and technical skills. You will operate under a commission structure and work closely with our team to deliver an exceptional client experience in line with the brand’s standards of excellence. Key Responsibilities Hair Services Provide a full range of salon services including (but not limited to): • Silk presses, • Blow dries, • Haircuts (trims, shaping, precision cuts), • Colouring (tints, highlights, custom colour), • Texture releases, • Relaxers, • Treatments and conditioning, • Wig installs and maintenance (optional, depending on skillset), • Provide consultations and recommend suitable services and treatments, • Maintain accurate service timing and manage your daily schedule efficiently, • Follow proper sanitation and hygiene protocols before and after every service Client Experience • Welcome clients warmly and provide a high-quality, relaxing salon experience, • Ensure clients are signed in on Salon IQ (training provided if needed), • Offer aftercare advice and suggest retail products or packages, • Maintain a clean and organised workspace at all times Administrative & Booking • Manage your own appointments via Salon IQ (or with front desk assistance), • Confirm bookings and respond promptly to any client reschedules, • Keep track of your earnings (commission-based) Team Contribution • Attend monthly reviews with management for performance, feedback, and goal setting, • Support a collaborative and professional team environment, • Provide occasional input on promotions, packages, or service ideas Expectations • Punctuality and professionalism are non-negotiable, • Maintain a high level of client care, presentation, and brand alignment, • Be proactive in resolving client concerns and upholding salon reputation, • Take full ownership of your services, cleanliness, and time management, • Comply with all relevant health and safety regulations and salon guidelines Required Skills & Qualities • Minimum 2 years of hands-on salon experience, • Strong skillset in both natural and chemically treated hair, • Confident in cutting, colouring, and heat styling, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, • Ability to manage your own client base and contribute to team efforts, • A positive, professional, and client-first attitude