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🍕 WE’RE HIRING – BRANCH MANAGER 📍 Papa Johns, Epsom We are looking for an experienced Branch Manager to lead our Epsom store. Requirements: • Minimum 2 years’ experience working in Papa Johns stores., • Strong knowledge of Papa Johns operational standards, food safety and customer service., • Ability to lead and train staff, prepare rotas and manage busy shifts., • Confidence in managing stock, controlling food and labour costs, and driving sales., • Availability to work evenings and weekends. Responsibilities: • Manage the store’s daily operations., • Maintain food quality, hygiene and audit standards., • Deliver excellent customer service and resolve complaints professionally., • Build a reliable team and improve store performance. 💷 Salary: Dependent on experience. 📩 To apply, send your CV and a brief summary of your Papa Johns experience by direct message

About the Role We are looking for an experienced, reliable and passionate Cook to join our catering team. We are looking for someone with a genuine understanding and appreciation of traditional British cuisine, who takes pride in preparing good, honest, well-cooked food. This role would suit a practical, hands-on cook who is confident in the kitchen and familiar with classic English dishes, traditional pub food and wholesome, home-style cooking. We are not looking for a fine-dining or overly complicated approach to food. Instead, we want someone who understands the importance of good ingredients, traditional cooking methods, consistency and delivering food to a high standard. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and cooking traditional dishes and everyday favourites., • Preparing homemade meals, including roasts, pies, stews, casseroles, fish dishes, vegetables and traditional puddings., • Preparing food in larger quantities while maintaining quality and consistency., • Carrying out food preparation and ensuring the kitchen is organised and ready for service., • Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and food safety standards., • Working alongside the catering team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations., • Managing preparation and cooking times to ensure food is ready for service., • About the Venue, • We are an established catering operation based within a private members’ club, providing food and dining services for members and their guests in a traditional, welcoming setting., • Our catering varies from day to day, with smaller lunches and meals for around 10 people through to larger dining services and functions catering for up to 100 guests., • We pride ourselves on providing good-quality, freshly prepared food, with an emphasis on traditional British cooking, generous portions and consistent standards. Our food offering is centred around classic English favourites, traditional home-style dishes and seasonal menus. What We Are Looking For • Previous experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen role., • A strong knowledge of traditional English and British cuisine., • Confidence preparing classic dishes from scratch., • Someone practical, hardworking and organised with good kitchen skills., • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team., • Someone reliable who takes pride in their cooking and presentation., • A positive attitude and a hands-on approach to kitchen work. What We Offer • 3–6 working days per week, depending on business requirements., • Potential for a salaried position for the right candidate., • An attractive seasonal working arrangement, with the potential for two months off during the summer, 60-75% off full pay, • A friendly and established catering environment., • Opportunity to become a valued, long-term member of the team. If you are a traditional cook who enjoys preparing good-quality, hearty food and takes pride in doing the basics exceptionally well, we would love to hear from you. About the Venue We are an established catering operation based within a private members’ club, providing food and dining services for members and their guests in a traditional, welcoming setting. Our catering varies from day to day, with smaller lunches and meals for around 10 people through to larger dining services and functions catering for up to 120 guests. We pride ourselves on providing good-quality, freshly prepared food, with an emphasis on traditional cooking, generous portions and consistent standards. Our food offering is centred around classic English favourites, traditional home-style dishes and seasonal menus.

Head Chef / SOUS CHEF— Nigerian Cuisine — Jollof Haven (Surbiton) — Opening Team Location: Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7AQ Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,000 - £35,000 per year (DOE) + Tips + Bonus Start Date: November 2026 — Interviews October 2026 About Jollof Haven:* Surbiton's first authentic Nigerian Restaurant & Bar — opening November 2026. 40-cover restaurant + bar + takeaway/delivery. We are bringing true Lagos flavour, premium presentation, and warm Naija hospitality to Surbiton. We need a Head Chef who can OWN the kitchen. If you are interested and believe you have the experience to be a head chef or The Role: You will be responsible for the entire kitchen operation — from menu execution to team leadership, stock, hygiene and profitability. This is not just cooking — this is building a brand. Key Responsibilities: • Leading daily kitchen operations and managing all kitchen staff, • Preparing, cooking and presenting all Nigerian dishes to highest standard: Jollof Rice (Party & Classic), Fried Rice, Ofada & Ayamase, Suya, Asun, Nkwobi, Isi Ewu, Amala & Ewedu/Gbegiri, Pounded Yam, Egusi, Efo Riro, Ogbono, Oha, Banga, Afang, Pepper Soup (Goat, Fish, Assorted), Moi Moi, etc., • Developing specials, controlling portioning and reducing waste, • Creating prep lists, ordering stock, and liaising with suppliers, • Maintaining 100% Food Hygiene, HACCP, allergen compliance and EHO readiness, • Training, mentoring and rostering Chef Assistants / Commis, • Managing food cost, GP, and working with owner on menu pricing, • Ensuring consistent taste — every plate must taste like home What We Need: • Proven experience as Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef in Nigerian / West African restaurant (UK essential), • Expert in cooking almost all major Nigerian dishes — you must be able to cook them blindfolded, • Strong leadership — able to lead, train and discipline kitchen team, • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required), • Level 2 Allergy Awareness, HACCP knowledge, • Right to Work in UK — must be reliable and punctual, • Able to work evenings and weekends Benefits: • £28k-£35k + service charge/tips + performance bonus, • Free staff meals on shift, • 28 days holiday, • Be the founding Head Chef — name on the menu, creative input, • Growth to Executive Chef as we expand Application Questions: 1. How many years as Head Chef / Senior Sous in Nigerian restaurant?, 2. List 10 Nigerian dishes you can cook at high restaurant standard., 3. Do you hold Level 3 Food Hygiene? (Certificate number?), 4. Can you reliably commute to Surbiton KT6?, 5. Are you available for a paid trial shift (cooking 3 dishes)? Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount

SOUS CHEF New opening — premium restaurant, Hampton Court KT89ER We're a hospitality group that has been running restaurants in this area for 20 years. We currently have four sites, and at the end of October we're opening our fifth: a premium Italian restaurant near Hampton Court, seating around 70. The food is proper Italian cooking with a modern hand: good ingredients, treated properly, served well. The standards are high and we won't pretend otherwise. What we offer back is a company that pays on time, plans ahead, and promotes from within. FREE ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE FOR SOME OF THESE ROLES. START DATE: ASAP, ahead of the opening. You'll be in from the soft opening, setting the place up with us. THE ROLE You're the Head Chef's second, and when the Head Chef isn't in, the kitchen is yours. Not caretaking it — running it, with full responsibility for the food that leaves the pass and for the team that puts it there. This is a new kitchen, opening from scratch, in a group that has further openings planned. If you're looking for the last step before Head Chef, this is it. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR — Proven experience in Italian kitchens — Able to take full charge of the kitchen when the Head Chef isn't in — Able to lead a brigade and hold the standard under pressure — Confident with ordering, stock, food cost and rotas — Good English — you'll need to understand, be understood, and write clearly — Someone who works well in a team, not around it — Available full time, shifts across all seven days — The right to live and work in the UK These are requirements, not a wish list. If you're missing one of them, this isn't the right role for you. WHAT YOU GET — Contract from day one — One free meal every shift — Two days off a week — Monthly payslip — Service charge and tips shared — 28 days holiday — Paid training, with structured training every three months — Real progression, we have further openings planned — A group that has traded for twenty years, including the hard years — Paid trial shift — The chance to open a restaurant from day one, not join one already running SALARY: £49,140 per year HOURS: 45 hours per week, shifts across all seven days

We’re looking for foodies to join our kitchen teams at our Coulsdon and upcoming Caterham branch. We’re looking for hands-on foodies who can take ownership of sections in the kitchen, keep things running smoothly and take pride in the food that leaves the pass. You don’t need to have formal chef experience. If you’re confident in the kitchen, passionate about food and ready to take responsibility, we can train you up. Kitchen or chef experience is desirable. You will: • Take ownership of the kitchen and keep service running smoothly, • Prepare and cook menu items throughout the day, • Complete daily prep and stay on top of prep lists, • Follow recipes, portion standards and food safety procedures, • Maintain consistently high standards of quality and presentation, • Keep the kitchen clean, organised and efficient, • Manage stock rotation and support with deliveries, • Keep on top of waste and food storage, • Communicate with the front-of-house team throughout service, • Help train and support other members of the kitchen team, • Look after kitchen equipment and make sure everything is ready for service, • Stay calm, organised and proactive during busy periods You bring: • A genuine passion for food and cooking, • Confidence working independently and taking ownership, • Kitchen or chef experience is desirable, but not essential, • Good organisation and the ability to work at pace, • Strong attention to quality and consistency, • Good communication skills, • A positive, team-focused attitude, • A willingness to learn and develop your kitchen skills, • Pride in the food you put out, • A proactive attitude and the ability to spot what needs doing What we need from you: • Availability to work some weekends as part of your regular rota, • Flexibility to work across busy periods and support the wider kitchen team, • A reliable, hands-on approach and willingness to get stuck in What you get: • Endless cups of Grumpy Goose coffee while you’re on shift, • A free meal while you’re working, • Shared tips across the team, • Pension scheme, • Daytime hours with no evening shifts, • Staff discount when you visit us on your days off, • The chance to be part of our growing team

CHEF DE PARTIE New opening — premium Italian restaurant, Hampton Court We're a hospitality group that has been running restaurants in this area for 20 years. We currently have four sites, and at the end of October we're opening our fifth: a premium Italian restaurant near Hampton Court, seating around 70. Chef de Partie £15/Hour The food is proper Italian cooking with a modern hand: good ingredients, treated properly, served well. The standards are high and we won't pretend otherwise. What we offer back is a company that pays on time, plans ahead, and promotes from within. FREE ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE FOR SOME OF THESE ROLES. START DATE: ASAP, ahead of the opening. You'll be in from the soft opening, setting the place up with us. THE ROLE We're taking on two Chefs de Partie, working across starters, sides and desserts. You'll move between sections, so you need to be comfortable on all three rather than settled on one. You'll be running your section during service: your own mise en place, your own ordering, your own standard. You'll be working to the Head Chef's direction — the menu, the specs and the method are set by them, and your job is to hold that standard every service. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR — At least two years' proven experience in Italian kitchens — Confident across starters, sides and desserts — Able to run your own mise en place — Good English — you'll need to understand, be understood, and write clearly — Someone who works well in a team, not around it — Available full time, shifts across all seven days — The right to live and work in the UK These are requirements, not a wish list. If you're missing one of them, this isn't the right role for you. WHAT YOU GET — Contract from day one — Full time position — One free meal every shift — Two days off a week — Monthly payslip — Service charge and tips shared — 28 days holiday — Paid training, with structured training every three months — Real progression, we have further openings planned — A group that has traded for twenty years, including the hard years — Paid trial shift — The chance to open a restaurant from day one, not join one already running HOURS: Full time, 40 to 48 hours per week, shifts across all seven days

We have operated a popular Italian restaurant in South London for over 30 years and have built a strong reputation with the community we serve.We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant General Manager to oversee the daily operations of our establishment. The ideal candidate must possess a strong background in the hospitality industry, demonstrating exceptional leadership skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing staff, ensuring food safety and quality, and maintaining an inviting atmosphere for our guests.Duties • Lead and manage all aspects of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house activities., • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards to maintain a safe dining environment., • Oversee food production processes, ensuring high-quality culinary standards are met consistently., • Develop and implement training programs for staff to enhance their skills in hospitality and customer service., • Manage inventory, ordering supplies as necessary to ensure smooth operations without wastage., • Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and motivates employees to excel in their roles., • Handle customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty. Skills • Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing restaurant teams effectively., • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with guests and staff alike., • A solid understanding of hospitality principles and customer service excellence., • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. If you are passionate about the restaurant industry and possess the skills necessary to lead a successful team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as our Restaurant General Manager.Job Type: Full-timePay: £50,000-£55,000 per year ( service charge and bonus included )

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Waiter/Waitress to join our passionate team at The Fat Crab, located in London road North Cheam SM3 9AE. The Fat Crab in Surrey , we are specialising in seafood !!!! Our opening hours: Tuesday – Friday 16.00-23.00 Saturday 12,30-23.00 Sunday 12.30-22.00 Closed on Mondays. What you do as a Head Waiter/Waitress: You pride yourself on having excellent product knowledge and going the extra mile to create memorable guest experiences. You’re confident to run and supervise, cleaning, taking orders, answering phone and managing bookings. You thrive on teamwork and support colleagues to guarantee guests always have a fully positive dining experience. You’re keen to use your interpersonal skills, energy, and passion for food to ensure the highest standards and performance targets are constantly achieved. We are ideally looking for candidates who: Have previous experience working within a restaurant. environment. This is and full-time opportunity and must be age of 18 or over. you need to be available to work on weekends and evenings. If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests’ experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you.

What we’re looking for • Good knowledge and understanding of Indian curries and Indian food., • Knowledge of tandoor and street food, • Someone who is calm, professional and respectful at all times., • Ability to remain composed and organised during busy, high-pressure periods., • Strong multitasking skills and the ability to work efficiently as part of a small team., • Flexibility and understanding are very important, as we are a new, small local business and everyone needs to work together and support each other., • Respect comes before skills. We value attitude, reliability, teamwork and willingness to learn just as much as experience., • Someone who takes pride in their work and understands the importance of maintaining a positive atmosphere within the team. Working hours 12:00 PM – 9:30 PM, with a 1-hour break, usually around 3:00 PM.