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  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
    Assistant Restaurant Manager
    4 days ago
    £32000–£38000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    La Mia Mamma and Made in Italy are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager who can lead our team and deliver an exceptional dining experience across our restaurant portfolio. You will report directly to the Restaurant Manager. About us: La Mia Mamma is a restaurant with a unique concept, where Italian mammas are "imported" from Italy to Chelsea, Battersea and Notting Hill to cook traditional recipes handed down from generations, whereas Made in Italy is famous for its Italian pizza and genuine Italian ambience and authentic Italian food. What we offer: • Full-time position with a competitive salary, • Staff discounts and meals provided during shifts, • A positive, supportive working environment, • Career growth and development opportunities Key responsibilities: • Oversee daily front- and back-of-house operations to ensure a welcoming and energetic dining atmosphere, • Maximise sales through effective food and beverage up-selling strategies, • Ensure food quality, presentation, hygiene standards, budget control, and inventory management, • Support the Restaurant Manager with staff evaluations, coaching, recruitment, and training Skills and qualifications: • Excellent customer service skills, • Commercial awareness and ability to drive revenue, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Problem-solving abilities and conflict management, • Highly organized and a great team player, • Positive, proactive attitude, • Italian speaker is a plus, • Eligible to work in the UK If you are passionate about hospitality and want to join a dynamic, innovative team, we would love to hear from you!

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  • Head Pizza Chef
    Head Pizza Chef
    5 days ago
    £16.5–£17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Crystal Palace, Croydon

    Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 15 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our third shop south of the river and we are so excited to be joining the Crystal Palace neighbourhood. We'll be open seven days a week for delivery collection, plus there's a few seats to dine in too! What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You'll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • You'll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What's on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week. • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI's., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza \& Love, YSP

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    19 days ago
    £42500–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Richmond

    GAUCHO are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our GAUCHO Richmond restaurant! You will need to be experienced in working as a Sous Chef in a fresh food kitchen and be extremely passionate about food. Our Sous Chef will have experience managing a team, running the kitchen and working in a fast-paced environment. They must be able to deliver high quality dishes following a spec and have a genuine passion for cooking. Training and benefits 50% off your food bill at all GAUCHOs Referral and Length of service bonuses Incentive and reward schemes Industry Apprenticeship program opportunities and cycle to work scheme Career development and training programmes Training provided by the GAUCHO Academy 28 paid annual holidays + options to purchase additional days Key Responsibilities of the GAUCHO Sous Chef To possess strong operational and leadership skills with regard to both knowledge and operation. To ensure daily, weekly and monthly cleaning duties are carried out as instructed by senior chefs. To help and maintain a maximum yield in the kitchen in relation to the gross profit and wastage To undertake dealings with suppliers and commercial partners of the business with regard to kitchen operations set and agreed by the Head Chef & Sous Chef. To check all inbound food deliveries to ensure consistency and quality of all items delivered for the kitchen operation. Assist Head Chef with staff recruitment and inspirational training, team development and appraisals Ensure all health and safety practices are followed, and participate in controlling GP, stock and portion control. Ensure daily staff food is varied, nutritious and well received Requirements for GAUCHO Sous Chef Have worked as a Sous Chef in a high-pressure kitchen environment Will have a passion for fresh produce Be able to work alongside the Head Chef to effectively run a successful kitchen Be organised and able to communicate effectively with a team. Collaborate with FOH management teams to hit restaurant KPIs

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  • Technical and Compliance Assistant (Food & Beverage Industry)
    Technical and Compliance Assistant (Food & Beverage Industry)
    25 days ago
    £29000–£30000 yearly
    Full-time
    New Malden

    Hours per week: 42.5 (M – F 0830 – 1800 *an hour unpaid break inclusive) Contract: Permanent, Full-time, Subject to 3-month probation Expected Start date: ASAP Reports To: Technical Manager Location: Office-based Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Technical Assistant with a solid background in food production to support technical compliance in a store and distribution environment. This role requires experience with food hygiene, HACCP, BRC standards, and a proactive approach to managing technical documentation, specifications, customer complaints, and audits. What does the role of Technical Assistant entail? · Provide technical support to suppliers, customers, and internal commercial teams on-site and during production. · Collate, review, and maintain product specifications, including ingredients, allergens, and nutritional data. · Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances; identify root causes and implement corrective/preventive actions. · Liaise with suppliers for technical documentation (e.g., microbiological reports, allergen and nutrition information). · Conduct and document traceability exercises; maintain accurate product and raw material records. · Support maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS), including HACCP, Supplier Approval, and BRCGS compliance. · Assist in internal and external audits (BRCGS, FSA, customer). · Conduct internal audits and report non-conformances. · Complete internal training on food safety, hygiene, and compliance. · Act as liaison between suppliers and customers to resolve technical issues effectively. · Provide technical assistance to Commercial, Sales, and Retail Support teams. · Coordinate with external labs for product testing and certification. · Manage product artwork and labeling to meet UK/EU legislation. What qualifications and experience are required for this role? • Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a meat processing or food manufacturing environment, with knowledge of quality, technical, or production management systems., • Ability to work independently without direct supervision., • Experience with technical documentation, traceability, and complaint resolution., • Strong attention to detail and communication skills., • Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related (preferred)., • HACCP Level 3, TACCP & VACCP Level 2, Internal Auditor certified., • Food Safety Level 2 (minimum)., • Familiarity with UK/EU food regulations and labelling standards. The Company: Korea Foods Company is the leader in the supply of Korean food in the UK. A family-run business, established in 1999, Korea Foods Company has over 500 employees working within its Head Office, Logistics Centres, and Retail Stores. We import from key brands in Korea, and distribute to the Asian community, focusing on East Asian consumers. We have also seen substantial growth within the supermarket multiples, securing significant listings with Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, and Costco. We also operate our own retail store network, Seoul Plaza, currently with 21 stores within the estate, with more opening in 2026. Growth has been consistently double-digit, with a sales turnover in excess of £85 million. The company is an incredibly dynamic and fast-paced place to work, with ambiguity and transparency that is often associated with family-run businesses. It is, also, whilst not for the faint-hearted, a rewarding workplace where personal achievements are recognised due to the relatively flat management structure.

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  • Restaurant General Manager
    Restaurant General Manager
    2 months ago
    £45000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Balham, Wandsworth

    Restaurant General Manager Freak Scene – London A chef-led, punk-spirited, Japanese & Pan-Asian restaurant The Role We’re looking for a dynamic, people-first General Manager to lead Freak Scene, a bold, food-driven restaurant founded by Scott Hallsworth (ex-Nobu Head Chef, founder of Kurobuta Restaurants). This is not a corporate hospitality role. This is a natural hospitality role. Freak Scene is about energy, personality, flavour, music, and vibe. We want a GM who lives on the floor, leads from the front, loves food, and can inspire a young team to deliver unforgettable guest experiences — every service. This role is critical to our next phase of growth and has clear progression into a senior leadership position as the group expands. What You’ll Be Doing Lead the restaurant day-to-day with energy, warmth, and authority Build, train, and inspire a young, hungry, service-driven team Champion a food-led, chef-driven culture — quality always comes first Deliver consistently brilliant guest experiences without corporate stiffness Work closely with the Founder and kitchen leadership to evolve the offer Own service standards, rota planning, payroll, stock control, and margins Drive sales through vibe, hospitality, upselling, and smart service Be hands-on during service — present, visible, and engaged Create a positive, inclusive, high-performance culture What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a General Manager or strong Deputy GM in a quality restaurant A genuine love of hospitality, food, and people Strong understanding of Japanese and Pan-Asian cuisine Solid knowledge of sake, wine, cocktails, and bar operations Commercially switched-on without being corporate Calm under pressure, positive by nature, and solution-focused Confident leading teams, setting standards, and holding people accountable Someone who brings personality, warmth, and edge — not scripts and buzzwords What This Is (and Isn’t) This is: Punk-rock attitude with serious food Chef-led thinking Natural hospitality A chance to grow with the brand This isn’t: Corporate hotel hospitality Clipboard management Ego-driven leadership A “sit in the office” GM role Why Join Freak Scene Work directly with a highly respected chef-founder Be part of a growing, creative restaurant group Real influence over culture, standards, and direction Genuine progression into senior leadership as the business scales A restaurant that values vibe, flavour, and warm hospitality.

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  • Property Procurement/Sourcing Manager
    Property Procurement/Sourcing Manager
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Overview We are seeking a proactive and well-connected Property Procurement professional to source residential and/or commercial properties across specific London postcodes. The role involves building strong relationships with landlords, agents, and local councils, and securing suitable properties that meet business requirements. We are open to candidates at junior, mid-level, and senior stages of their career. Key Responsibilities Property Sourcing & Acquisition Source suitable properties within targeted London postcodes Identify on-market and off-market opportunities through direct landlord engagement, agents, and local networks Conduct initial assessments to ensure properties meet required criteria (location, size, compliance, pricing) Landlord & Agent Relations Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, letting agents, and property owners Negotiate commercial terms, rents, and lease conditions where required Act as the main point of contact throughout the procurement process Council & Compliance Liaison Liaise with local councils where necessary regarding licensing, planning, compliance, or housing standards Support applications for HMO licences, planning permissions, or change of use (experience-dependent) Ensure properties meet local authority and regulatory requirements Market Intelligence Monitor London property market trends within assigned postcodes Advise on availability, pricing expectations, and acquisition strategies Maintain an up-to-date pipeline of potential properties Reporting & Administration Maintain accurate records of leads, negotiations, and secured properties Provide regular updates and reports to management Coordinate with legal, operations, and compliance teams as required Experience & Skill Levels Junior Level Interest in property, real estate, or housing sector Strong communication and negotiation skills Willingness to learn council processes and landlord engagement Organised, driven, and confident dealing with external stakeholders Mid-Level Proven experience sourcing properties in London Existing relationships with landlords and/or agents Familiarity with London boroughs and postcode-specific dynamics Understanding of basic council and compliance processes Senior Level Extensive property procurement experience across London Strong landlord, agent, and council networks Ability to work independently and lead sourcing strategy Proven track record of securing properties at scale Experience negotiating complex deals and managing multiple boroughs Key Skills & Attributes Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills Excellent local knowledge of London postcodes and boroughs Ability to work independently and meet targets Confident liaising with councils and regulatory bodies Commercial awareness and problem-solving mindset

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  • Butcher Manager
    Butcher Manager
    2 months ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    Morden

    We are looking for a motivated, experienced and hands-on Butcher’s Shop Manager to lead day-to-day operations at The Meat Stop, a growing butcher shop with a strong reputation for quality, service and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident in both butchery and management, and who can drive the business forward. Key Responsibilities Butchery & Product Quality Carry out skilled butchery: cutting, trimming, deboning and preparing meats to shop standards. Maintain high levels of quality control, product display and stock rotation. Ensure all food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures are followed. Shop Operations Oversee daily shop opening, closing, cleanliness and organisation. Manage stock levels, place supplier orders and reduce waste. Handle cashing up, EPOS entries and daily reporting. Team Leadership Supervise and support staff, including training, rota planning and performance management. Maintain a positive, efficient working environment. Lead by example with strong customer service and professional standards. Customer Service Greet and assist customers, handle special requests, and manage complaints professionally. Support in building strong customer relationships and improving overall shop experience. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with UK food safety legislation, allergens, hygiene and record-keeping. Maintain accurate documentation: temperature logs, cleaning schedules, HACCP checks, and deliveries. ✅ Requirements Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in butchery (shop or commercial). Previous supervisory or management experience (preferred). Strong knowledge of meat cuts, preparation and portioning. Good understanding of food safety standards and HACCP. Organised, reliable, and able to work independently. Strong communication and customer-facing skills.

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