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Vacancy: Experienced Automotive Technician 📍 Location: Colindale, London 🕒 Job Type: Full-Time 💷 Salary: Competitive – Based on Experience 🚗 Start Date: Immediate / Flexible About Automaster Established in 2004, Automaster has earned a trusted reputation across Colindale and beyond for delivering high-quality car repairs and outstanding customer service. We specialise in a wide range of services—from MOTs and diagnostics to tyre fitting and full servicing for all makes and models. Our technicians are fully trained to work on electric and hybrid vehicles, and we take pride in our honest, customer-first approach. The Role We are seeking a skilled and experienced Automotive Technician to join our friendly, professional team. This is a full-time, hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong mechanical background and a commitment to quality workmanship. You’ll diagnose, service, and repair a wide range of vehicles while working in a supportive environment with access to modern tools and ongoing development opportunities. Key Responsibilities • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems including engines, brakes, suspensions, and transmissions, • Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance, • Use technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic equipment to guide accurate repairs, • Perform tyre fittings, fluid checks, oil changes, and other general maintenance, • Maintain workshop equipment and report issues to ensure smooth operation, • Keep your work area clean, safe, and organised at all times, • Communicate clearly with the team and occasionally with customers regarding work carried out, • Support lifting and assembly tasks as required, • (Optional) Carry out light welding or fabrication tasks for specific repairs What We’re Looking For • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a qualified Vehicle Technician, • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, • Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills with attention to detail, • Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team, • Good communication skills — both written and verbal, • Must provide own tools, • Legal right to work in the UK, • MOT tester certification not required, • Experience with EV/hybrid vehicles is a bonus, but not essential What We Offer • Competitive salary, based on experience, • A long-term, stable position with a trusted local garage, • A professional and friendly team atmosphere, • Exposure to a wide variety of makes, models, and technologies, • Opportunities for training and continued professional development
Role Overview A hands‑on experienced chef who can translate creative dishes into consistent, scalable execution and help steer menu evolution in line with our growth strategy. You’ll be the engine behind day‑to‑day service, quality control, and kitchen discipline. You will work closely with management, helping to ensure that every plate that leaves the pass meets our specifications, cost, and food safety standards while pushing the menu forward. Key Responsibilities Recipe & Spec Control: • Standardise recipes, plating guides, and portion sizes; maintain the master spec file. Service Leadership: • Supervise other chefs on shifts, helping them to manage timing, flow, and clear communication between stations and the front of house. Prep & Hygiene Systems: • Supervise daily prep lists, enforce mise en place standards, and manage cleaning schedules., • Lead shift briefs and on‑the‑fly training to keep standards sharp. Food‑Safety & Compliance: • Conduct spot checks on storage temperatures, date labelling, and FIFO stock rotation., • Maintain accurate HACCP logs; ensure the team’s food‑safety certifications are current., • Act as kitchen lead during Environmental Health Officer inspections. Inventory & Purchasing: • Make daily orders and monitor stock levels Menu Development & Strategic Growth: • Work with the managers to expand and fine‑tune the menu so it aligns with our commercial targets and brand direction. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: • Trial new techniques, ingredients, and equipment; integrate successful ideas into menu rollouts. Culture & Example: • Set the tone for punctuality, hygiene, and teamwork; coach junior chefs toward promotion‑readiness. Qualifications • Proven experience in supervising and managing kitchen staff, • Strong culinary skills with a background in food preparation and cooking, • Solid understanding of food safety regulations and practices, • Experience in restaurant and hospitality settings, • Leadership abilities to foster a positive team environment Job Type: Full-time Pay: £36,000.00-£40,000.00 per year Additional pay: Loyalty bonus & Performance bonus Benefits: • Company pension, • Cycle to work scheme, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Sick pay, • Store discount Schedule: Weekend availability Experience: Kitchen management: 3 years (required) Licence/Certification: Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person
Assistant Manager – Daytime Venue Daytime focus | Occasional closing shifts (no later than 10 p.m.) Weekends required We’re looking for a friendly, energetic, and self-motivated Assistant Manager to join our team. Our ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a hands-on approach, and the ability to inspire and guide a young, enthusiastic team. What you’ll do: Lead, motivate, and support a young and dynamic team. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, with occasional closing shifts (no later than 10 p.m.). Deliver excellent customer service with a friendly, approachable manner. Take initiative and work independently when needed. Uphold venue standards and create a positive, welcoming environment. What we’re looking for: Proven leadership or supervisory experience in hospitality or retail. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively. Friendly personality and a passion for customer service. Weekend availability is essential. What we offer: A supportive and positive work environment. Opportunities to develop your leadership skills. Flexible daytime hours with minimal late finishes.
CHEF DE PARTIE – Floating between three sites London Bridge - Marylebone - Shoreditch We are looking for an experienced Chef to join us at Santo Remedio in a floating role between the three sites located in London Bridge, Shoreditch and Marylebone. Proud to be listed in the Michelin Guide, our dedicated Chefs help us fulfil our dream of leading the Mexican food scene. Preparing speciality ingredients using traditional cooking techniques, we serve delicious, unique food with exceptional flavours to guests all over London, from the City to the West End. Santo Remedio offers a place to discover and grow your knowledge of Mexican cuisine and culture in a place we think you’ll love. If you’re a friendly, energetic, and enjoy a busy role in a vibrant place, then Santo Remedio is the perfect place to work. Our Chef De Partie team: ● Learn how to prepare our range of dishes and ensure every dish is served to spec, every time. ● Work in an organised and efficient manner supporting what can be a very busy service ● Maintaining a safe, clean and enjoyable working kitchen at all times, clean manner, keeping all working environments clean and tidy ● Work together to grow each other’s skills and support the wider team to keep us at the forefront of the Mexican food scene We offer a true Mexican experience; through our delicious food and drinks, immersive design and genuine hospitality, guests want to come back time and time again. So come on in & meet the team - APPLY TODAY Successful Chef de Partie will be able to display attitude, behaviours, skills as follows: ● Must have experience in a Chef role in a similar venue ● Good understanding of various food preparation and cooking techniques and an ability to learn ● A valid Level 2 CIEH (or equivalent) in Food Hygiene (preferable) ● Practical experience of upholding legal requirements of the operation including H&S and Hygiene. ● Well presented with good spoken English. This role is hourly paid – Starting at up to £16.50 per hour OTE Inc Service Charge - Depending on experience.
Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai. At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities. As our Senior Chef de Partie, you will play a crucial role in our culinary team and be an integral part of our dynamic kitchen team. Where are we located? Ciao! Luci is London’s Italian restaurant, sharing the same heritage as the grand cafes of Milan, that brings the best of Italy from breakfast through dinner. Located on Long Acre in The Yards, we’re just a two minute walk from Covent Garden Station or two minutes from Leicester Square station. What we bring to the table: Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk Work out: Discounted gym membership Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500 Your day at Aqua: Culinary Excellence and Crafting Recipes for Success: Prepare and present high-quality dishes with precision and creativity, ensuring every plate meets our high standards Guidance & Mentorship: Guide and support junior chefs in your section, providing guidance, training, and feedback. You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment, ensuring effective communication and teamwork during service You will be paid £12.21 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £5.25 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master. Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us! Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know. Apply today as a Senior Chef de Partie and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!
We are a critically acclaimed Michelin Guide listed modern Mexican restaurant in London Bridge, Marylebone and a Café in Shoreditch. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team who are enthusiastic, eager to learn and team players who thrive working in a vibrant and fast paced environment. We aim to provide exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality so our guests have a special and memorable experience. We offer a great working environment, benefits and career opportunities. We love what we do and are proud of how we do it. If you think this would be the work environment for you we would love you to join our team. Benefits include: • Christmas and Boxing Day off, • Staff food and drinks, • Membership to the CODE hospitality app, • 50% off food on tables up to 4 people, • Paid day off on your birthday, • Pension scheme Main responsibilities for the BarBack: • A barback is responsible for assisting bartenders by ensuring they have everything they need to serve customers efficiently., • Restocking glasses and other supplies needed to make drinks, • Stocking the bar, keeping areas clean, preparing garnishes, organizing supplies, and supporting other bar staff. Basic salary including tronc £14 per hour
For a fine casual dining spot in st. John's Wood we are looking for a senior sous chef who wants to help leading a small culinary team in a growing business. We are looking for an individual with experience in all day dinning, casual but refined with an eye for details. You will be taking part in developing future seasonal menus, made from scratch, Help guide junior staff along with the head chef, be compliant with health and safety and food safety procedures and placing orders and keep stock levels.