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  • General Assistant
    General Assistant
    10 hours ago
    £12–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job Ref: COL1258 Branch: The Horniman Café Location: The Horniman Café, London (South East) Salary/Benefits: £14.80 Per Hour Contract type: Permanent Hours: Part Time Posted date: 24/08/2026 Closing date: 24/09/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering exceptional coffee, fresh food, and warm hospitality. We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic General Assistant to support the day-to-day café operations, deliver outstanding customer service, and be a key part of our friendly team. If you're passionate about hospitality, love working with people, and enjoy a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: • Delivering top-tier customer service – making every customer feel welcome and ensuring a friendly, engaging atmosphere., • Assisting with food & drink preparation – supporting baristas and chefs in delivering fresh, high-quality products., • Keeping the café running smoothly – helping with cleaning, stock replenishment, and general upkeep., • Taking orders & serving customers – ensuring fast and efficient service with a smile., • Presenting products beautifully – ensuring displays look abundant, inviting, and visually appealing., • Maintaining health & safety standards – ensuring the café remains clean, safe, and, • Bringing energy & enthusiasm – supporting a positive, team-focused work environment. What We're Looking For: • A friendly, customer-focused team player – who loves working with people and creating a welcoming atmosphere., • An eye for detail & presentation – passionate about making food displays look delicious, uniform and abundant ., • A hardworking & reliable individual – with a positive attitude and willingness to learn., • A fast-paced operator – who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys variety., • A flexible & adaptable attitude – ready to work weekends and peak periods but no evenings., • Previous customer service experience – some experience in providing great customer experience is preferred - we'll provide full training! Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a friendly and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming café environment, we'd love to hear from you. Our first cafe in the Colicci collection to be connected to a museum. We are thrilled to have partnered with the Horniman Museum and Gardens to operate their cafe space alongside the Bandstand kiosk situated in the gardens. The Horniman Museum and Gardens opened in 1901 as a gift to the people in perpetuity from tea trader and philanthropist Frederick John Horniman, to 'bring the world to Forest Hill'. Today the Horniman has a collection of 350,000 objects, specimens and artefacts from around the world. The interior scheme references the heritage features of the original architecture by Charles Harrison Townsend with a contemporary, timeless approach synonymous with the established Colicci cafe style. Opened in 1901, the original Horniman Museum building is a unique example of the "Modern Style". The limestone "Tree of Life" motif, as an emblem of nature in design, provided inspiration for The Horniman Cafe's bespoke metalwork screen. This surrounds a set of new island booth seats to the centre of the cafe, upholstered using recycled wool fabric. Foresso Timber features once again for the Colicci cafe table tops. The sustainable timber terrazzo material captures waste timber to create a natural and textured finish. The central floor has received an eco Cork finish which is carbon negative and also has acoustic properties to allay noise levels in the bustling cafe

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  • Kitchen Porter
    Kitchen Porter
    14 hours ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Kitchen Porter to join our amazing team! 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 17 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. We're buzzing to be opening our 12th Yard Sale Pizza in North London's Tufnell Park in April 2024. Bringing our award-winning handmade, hand-delivered pizzas to this stunning neighbourhood! We'll be serving up London's ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our amazing team of drivers through our in-house delivery service, with seats for dine-in customers. What will I be doing? • Working with the back of house team, maintaining the kitchen to high standards., • Supporting the chefs during busy service., • Keeping the kitchen running efficiently and spotlessly clean during and after service., • Cleaning utensils and dishes alongside general kitchen duties., • Helping with preparing ingredients for the chefs to ensure a smooth and efficient service during peak periods., • Adhering to health and safety procedures within the kitchen. What are we looking for? • Someone who is motivated and a great team player,, • Previous experience with a fast-paced environment., • An individual who is keen to learn new skills and progress. What's on offer... • Evening shifts around 6pm up to 11.30pm., • All overtime paid for., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Working with a great team in a fun environment!, • Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities., • Opportunity to become a trainee Pizza chef within the first few months., • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

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  • Kitchen Assistant / Prep Chef
    Kitchen Assistant / Prep Chef
    2 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Kitchen Assistants Bloom Community Kitchen Location: Dalmain Primary School, Lewisham, SE23 1AS Hours: 15 hours a week, 3pm - 6pm. Contract: Term-time only / part-time Salary: £12.71 p/h About Bloom Community Kitchen Bloom Community Kitchen is a fresh, seasonal, education-led school food company. We believe school meals should do more than simply feed children — they should help shape healthier habits, brighter days, and a stronger sense of community. Our approach is warm, organised, and child-focused. We serve colourful, nourishing food, support schools with a calm and positive dining experience, and aim to build pride in great school food. The role We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and positive Kitchen Assistant to join our team. This is an afternoon role, taking lead on preparation for the next day's service. Duties will include making and shaping dough, preparing cakes, pastries and desserts, mise en plas, prepping tray bakes and main dishes following company recipes, plus cleaning and resetting the kitchen ready for the next day. Main responsibilities • Take lead on food preparation and basic kitchen tasks., • Prepare and maintain salad, cold items, and service areas., • Wash up and keep the kitchen clean, tidy, and well organised., • Follow food hygiene, allergen, and health and safety procedures at all times., • Support the wider kitchen team to ensure a calm and efficient service., • Help create a positive mealtime experience for children and staff. We’re looking for someone who is: • Reliable and punctual., • Friendly, calm, and a good team player., • Happy working in a busy kitchen environment., • Organised and willing to learn., • Proud of keeping high standards of cleanliness and food safety., • Positive about working in a school community. Experience Previous kitchen or catering experience is helpful, but not essential. We are much more interested in attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn. Why join Bloom Community Kitchen? • Be part of a fresh and exciting school food project., • Work in a supportive, community-focused team., • Term-time working pattern., • Opportunity to grow with a new and ambitious company., • A role where your work genuinely makes a difference to children’s day. Safeguarding Bloom Community Kitchen is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role may be subject to references, safer recruitment checks, and an enhanced DBS check where appropriate. We would love to hear from people who care about good food, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for children.

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  • Pizza Chef
    Pizza Chef
    2 days ago
    £14 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Junior Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! 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 17 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 love affair with South London continues! We opened our ninth Yard Sale Pizza in Crofton Park (between Brockley and Honour Oak Park) bringing our hand-made, hand-delivered pizza to the neighbourhood in 2021. We're offering up our ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our own amazing team of drivers, alongside a small but perfectly formed dine-in space. What will I be doing? • You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills, • Helping with the kitchen service to ensure it is running smoothly., • Adhering to exceptionally high standards - including cleanliness. What are we looking for? • Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • A great team player who loves to work within a team with great interpersonal skills., • Someone with a good command of English., • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer... • Competitive rates paid hourly with bonus incentives in place, • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • Full time or Part time hours available with all overtime paid for., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash, • Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities, • Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens, • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

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  • Chef de Partie
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    Chef de Partie
    3 days ago
    £14.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Chef de Partie – The Perry Hill Pub, Catford £14.50 per hour + tronc 25 hours per week, with potential for additional hours Permanent / Part-time The Perry Hill is a busy independent pub in Catford, South East London, serving fresh, seasonal pub food alongside a strong events and functions business. We’re looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This would suit someone who enjoys working with fresh ingredients, can handle a busy service, and wants to be part of a friendly, independent pub rather than a large chain operation. The role You’ll work as part of our kitchen team across regular pub services, busy weekends, Sunday roasts, functions and events. Typical responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes from fresh ingredients, • Running your section confidently during busy services, • Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation, • Preparing for functions, parties and larger events, • Following food safety, allergen and hygiene procedures, • Helping with deliveries, stock rotation and kitchen organisation, • Keeping your section clean and well organised, • Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team, • Supporting other sections when required What we’re looking for Ideally you’ll have previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef in a fresh-food pub, restaurant or similar kitchen. You should be: • Comfortable working with fresh food, • Confident during busy services, • Reliable and organised, • Able to work well as part of a team, • Familiar with food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Happy working evenings and weekends as part of a rota, • Interested in producing good-quality, straightforward pub food Experience with functions, Sunday roasts and high-volume services would be particularly useful. Hours & pay £14.50 per hour plus a share of tronc. The role is initially around 25 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours depending on availability and business levels. We’re happy to discuss the working pattern with the right person. About The Perry Hill The Perry Hill is an independent neighbourhood pub in Catford with a large garden, busy food trade and a strong calendar of events, parties and functions. We focus on creating a relaxed, welcoming pub while still taking the quality of our food and service seriously. If you enjoy fresh cooking, busy services and working in an independent pub where you can become part of the team, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Prep Chef | Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 7-11am or 4-9pm
    Prep Chef | Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 7-11am or 4-9pm
    9 days ago
    £12.75 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    The Salad Project: £12.75 per hour Monday, Tuesday,Wednesday & Friday 7-11am or 4-9pm @Broadgate Circle, Broadgate, London, EC2M 2, United Kingdom We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a twelve store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally as committed to finding and nurturing our staff and so we are on the hunt for back of house team members, hungry for exciting kitchen experience. We’re looking for people committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role • 16-20 hours per week, • To prepare fresh produce and help make everything we need to build an awesome salad!, • To follow hygiene regulations and best practices to help maintain our 5* hygiene standards, • To play a key role in ensuring there is sufficient food (hot and cold) for key service periods, • To report to, pass on feedback from, and support a Kitchen Manager, • To assist in preparing and cooking daily deliveries of fresh food, • To assist senior chefs in opening or closing the kitchen Expectations | Efficiency, Communication, Energy • Strong proficiency in efficient, quality food prep, • Positive energy and dedication to the team, • Ability to work as a team and build interpersonal relationships, • Ability to work in a fast paced environment, • Positive energy and dedication to the team - we all have to have each other's back, • Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment, • Ensure service levels are maintained to the standards we expect and corners aren't cut, • Respectful and conscious when it comes to punctuality and scheduling Experience Requirements | 1 Year • Ideally, you will have at least 1 year of experience working in a professional kitchen/casual dining restaurant, • Experience/readiness to work in a fast-paced environment Compensation | £12.75 per hour • 28 days of paid time off, • £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus - bring your mates on board and get rewarded for it!, • Free lunch or dinner from The Salad Project when you work over 6 hours, • Epic team socials - from store birthday bashes to name days and company-wide events, we love a good celebration!, • Exciting career growth opportunities - we’re expanding, and we love to promote from within! Your next big step could be just around the corner

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    19 days ago
    £15–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Dear, I am a private chef running a catering company working with private clients in London, Paris and internationally. We are recruiting for a private event for 120 guests on Thursday 10 September and I would be grateful if you could circulate this to your current students and recent graduates. POSITIONS 2 × Chef de Partie — Tuesday 8, Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 September DATES AND HOURS Tuesday 8 September — 10am to 6pm, preparation in a professional kitchen (chefs de partie only) Wednesday 9 September — 10am to 6pm, preparation (chefs de partie only) Thursday 10 September — 9am to midnight, on site : final preparation, plating, service and breakdown (full team) WHAT THE WORK INVOLVES Mise en place to written recipes and quantities, HACCP records and section hygiene, packing and loading for transport, setting up the on-site kitchen, and plating to spec for 120 guests. The kitchen porter role covers wash-up, waste management and breakdown on the event day. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Chef de Partie: minimum 3 years in professional kitchens, ideally fine dining or high-end event catering. Commis: solid professional kitchen experience and speed on mise en place. Kitchen Porter: previous experience in a professional or event kitchen. All candidates need a Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate, the right to work in the UK, own knives and clean whites (chefs), and reliable travel to Acton W3 and to the venue. French-speaking candidates are preferred, as the kitchen brief and service calls are given in French and English. HOW TO APPLY This is a well-organised kitchen with clear written briefs and realistic timings, and there is scope for repeat work on our future events in London and abroad. Thank you very much for your help, and please do let me know if you need any further detail. Kind regards, Eugénie Colleville

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  • Back of House Team Member
    Back of House Team Member
    24 days ago
    £12.75 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Role | Back of House Team Member | Flexible Availability • 22 hours per week, • To prepare fresh produce and help make everything we need to build an awesome salad!, • To follow hygiene regulations and best practices to help maintain our 5* hygiene standards, • To play a key role in ensuring there is sufficient food (hot and cold) for key service periods, • To report to, pass on feedback from, and support a Kitchen Manager, • To assist in preparing and cooking daily deliveries of fresh food, • To assist senior chefs in opening or closing the kitchen Expectations | Efficiency, Communication, Energy • Strong proficiency in efficient, quality food prep, • Positive energy and dedication to the team, • Ability to work as a team and build interpersonal relationships, • Ability to work in a fast paced environment, • Positive energy and dedication to the team - we all have to have each other's back, • Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment, • Ensure service levels are maintained to the standards we expect and corners aren't cut, • Respectful and conscious when it comes to punctuality and scheduling Experience Requirements | 1 Year • Ideally, you will have at least 1 year of experience working in a professional kitchen/casual dining restaurant, • Experience/readiness to work in a fast-paced environment Compensation | £12.75 per hour • 28 days of paid time off, • £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus - bring your mates on board and get rewarded for it!, • Free lunch or dinner from The Salad Project when you work over 6 hours, • Epic team socials - from store birthday bashes to name days and company-wide events, we love a good celebration!, • Exciting career growth opportunities - we’re expanding, and we love to promote from within! Your next big step could be just around the corner

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  • Kitchen Assistant
    Kitchen Assistant
    2 months ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Join the passionate team at Il Bistrotto, a Mediterranean Bistro and Cocktail Bar in Chelsea, London. We are seeking an enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary operations and contribute to delivering exceptional Italian food and genuine hospitality. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to learn and grow within a vibrant restaurant environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks, such as washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients., • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment., • Ensure all work surfaces and floors are kept clean and tidy before, during, and after service., • Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper stock rotation and organisation., • Support the kitchen team in adhering to all food safety and health regulations., • Help with general kitchen duties as required to ensure smooth and efficient operations. What We're Looking For: • A positive attitude and a strong work ethic., • Eagerness to learn and develop new skills in a professional kitchen setting., • Ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team in a fast-paced environment., • Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail., • Previous experience in a kitchen role is a plus, but not essential, as full training will be provided. What We Offer: • An opportunity to be part of a growing, ambitious, and supportive team., • Training and development opportunities in authentic Italian cuisine and professional kitchen operations., • Staff meals on shift., • 28 days paid holiday., • A dynamic, professional, and friendly working environment where your contribution is valued., • Potential for career progression within our expanding business.

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  • Breakfast Chef
    Breakfast Chef
    2 months ago
    £14–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Chelsea, Kensington and Chelsea

    Cinta Café is a neighbourhood café in London known for great coffee, fresh food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We’re looking for a confident Breakfast Chef with strong baking skills to join our small, friendly team. You’ll be part of a hands-on team of 6, focused on creating high-quality food and a space our regulars genuinely enjoy returning to. Hours & Pay 4 days per week, may include weekends (with potential for additional shifts) 6:30am – 2:30pm 30-minute unpaid break per shift £14 per hour What You’ll Be Doing Preparing and cooking breakfast and brunch dishes during service Baking and preparing pastries, cakes, and other baked items Supporting with prep for lunch service Creating fresh, seasonal salads and contributing ideas for lunch specials Maintaining a clean, organised kitchen and storage areas Managing prep, stock rotation, and food safety standards Supporting the wider team during busy periods Working efficiently during fast-paced morning service Helping maintain the warm, community-focused atmosphere we’re known for What We’re Looking For Confident breakfast chef with previous experience in a busy kitchen including making herb oils Strong baking skills are essential Experience with pastries or bakery work is a huge bonus Someone creative with food and confident developing colourful, fresh salad and lunch ideas Organised, proactive, and able to work with urgency Calm under pressure and able to manage a busy breakfast service Reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented Someone who takes pride in presentation and consistency Why Join Cinta A genuinely lovely working environment A loyal customer base you’ll get to know A supportive, close-knit team Creative input encouraged As we head into summer, we get significantly busier — so it’s a great opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, energetic service environment

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