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  • Kitchen Assistant
    Kitchen Assistant
    20 days ago
    Full-time
    Chadwell Heath

    Kitchen Assistant Job Summary We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our team. You will support the chefs and kitchen staff by helping to prepare food, maintain cleanliness, and ensure the kitchen operates efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in keeping high standards of hygiene and food safety. Key Responsibilities ● Assist with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients. ● Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and kitchen equipment. ● Keep kitchen work areas clean, organised, and sanitised at all times. ● Receive, unpack, and store food deliveries correctly. ● Ensure food is stored according to food safety and hygiene regulations. ● Remove rubbish and recycle waste in line with company procedures. ● Support chefs during busy service periods. ● Follow all health and safety, food hygiene, and company policies. ● Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Kitchen Manager or Head Chef. Requirements ● Previous kitchen or catering experience is desirable but not essential. ● A positive attitude and willingness to learn. ● Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen. ● Good teamwork and communication skills. ● Reliable, punctual, and hardworking. ● Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays if required. ● Understanding of food hygiene practices is an advantage. What We Offer ● Training and career development opportunities. ● Friendly and supportive team environment. ● Staff meals during shifts (where applicable). ● Employee discounts and other company benefits.

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  • Workshop Manager
    Workshop Manager
    1 month ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chigwell

    Role Overview The Workshop Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of workshop operations, from customer bookings and vehicle workflow management through to technician supervision, quality control, invoicing and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the workshop operates smoothly, jobs are completed efficiently, customers receive excellent service, and the business continues to grow. This role requires a strong understanding of vehicle servicing and repairs, excellent organisational skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. Workshop Operations & Management • Oversee daily operation of MOT, servicing and repairs., • Manage workshop workflow to ensure vehicles are booked in, progressed and completed efficiently., • Allocate jobs to technicians based on workload and deadlines., • Monitor productivity, labour efficiency and turnaround times., • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices., • Carry out final quality checks where required before vehicles are returned to customers., • Identify opportunities to improve workshop processes and customer experience. Customer Service & Relationship Management • Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout the repair and servicing process., • Provide professional advice regarding vehicle maintenance, repairs and recommendations., • Communicate clearly with customers regarding diagnosis, costs, progress updates and completion times., • Handle customer queries, concerns and complaints professionally and promptly., • Build strong relationships with repeat customers and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction., • Ensure customers receive transparent explanations of work required and completed. Booking, Scheduling & Workflow Control • Manage all workshop bookings, MOT appointments, servicing schedules and repair jobs., • Plan daily and weekly workshop capacity., • Prioritise urgent repairs while maintaining efficient workflow., • Coordinate MOT slots, diagnostics, servicing and repair requirements., • Ensure customers are kept informed of appointment changes or delays. Estimates, Invoicing & Commercial Management • Prepare estimates and quotations for repairs and maintenance work., • Gain customer authorisation before additional work is carried out., • Manage job cards, invoices and payment processes., • Ensure accurate recording of parts, labour and additional charges., • Monitor workshop profitability and identify opportunities to improve revenue., • Work with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and availability of parts., • Monitor outstanding payments and support effective financial control. Health & Safety, Compliance & Standards • Ensure the workshop operates safely and complies with all relevant health and safety regulations., • Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment., • Maintain compliance with MOT standards and industry regulations., • Ensure tools, equipment and machinery are maintained and fit for purpose. Stock, Equipment & Supplier Management • Monitor workshop stock levels, consumables and commonly used parts., • Order parts and manage relationships with suppliers., • Ensure efficient use and maintenance of workshop equipment., • Manage external suppliers, recovery companies and specialist repair partners when required. Skills & Experience Required • Previous experience managing an automotive workshop., • Strong knowledge of vehicle servicing, repairs and diagnostics., • Experience working with technicians and managing workshop workflow., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • Ability to manage multiple jobs and priorities in a busy environment., • Commercial understanding of workshop operations, labour sales and profitability., • Strong organisational and administrative skills., • Ability to use workshop management systems, booking software and invoicing systems., • Previous experience within an MOT testing environment., • MOT Tester qualification is preferred., • Experience with diagnostic equipment and modern vehicle technologies.

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