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Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. - We have just opened our second site so are looking for a FULL TIME CHEF DE PARTIE. - GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2024 - OBSERVER FOOD RUNNER UP: BEST RESTAURANT, UK 2022 - We are a fiercely independent restaurant group based in South West London who are looking for a FULL TIME CHEF DE PARTIE to join our kitchen brigade in BARNES. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants. - THE GOOD BITS - Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards. If this sounds like a bit of you then do get in touch. Craig & The Home Team
We are looking for an enthusiastic receptionist with a genuine passion for hospitality and a desire to make every guest feel welcome. The ideal candidate will have great communication and organisational skills with the ability to maximise space with great problem-solving skills and know how to keep cool under pressure. Experience using resy is preferable but not essential. Responsibilities. Manage all reservations, both via the general inbox and phone, in a professional and warm manner. Facilitate a positive guest experience by being an ambassador for our brand, and welcoming first point of contact for all. Manage stationery orders and storage of stock. Work with the kitchen team to finalise menus for regular service and special events. Support with booking in large groups and events. Plan and manage floor plans to support a smooth flow of service and the functioning of our front of house team. Requirements. Previous experience in a similar environment desirable by not essential. Knowledge of resy preferable. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. We do not prioritise English native speakers, but as we are a London-based restaurant we do expect a strong command of the language in order to best interact with our team and guests. Knowledge of basic computer software such as Microsoft 360 and Google Suite. We offer. £200 a month employee of the month’ awards with bonuses. £500 ‘refer a friend’ bonus. 50% staff discount on food and beverage at all sites. Cycle-to-work scheme Cost price wine through our suppliers. International trips for top performers. In-house training dedicated to your personal development. Trips to meet suppliers and producers. Staff trip programme to meet farms, fish markets and vineyards. We offer qualifications, including, WSET, health and safety, food training. Company donations to charities our staff feel are close to home. Whole team staff parties. Wholesome staff meals, end of service drinks. 28 days holiday [including bank holidays] per year. Pension provider | The Peoples Pension.
Are you a dynamic and organized professional looking to make a significant impact on a growing organization? We're seeking an experienced Childminder to join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient services. The prospective applicant needs to demonstrate the following: · Ensuring a high level of compliance is always maintained. · Creates friendly, secure atmosphere and tries to gain the trust and confidence of those in the home or under supervision. · Plans and participates in games and leisure activities to encourage emotional, social, physical and intellectual development. · Provides one-to-one counselling or group therapy. · Maintains contact and discusses problems/progress with other staff and social workers. · Selecting fun activities and entertainment such as games, reading and outdoor activities, helping the children with homework and other school projects. · Preparing food, providing snacks, assisting with eating, monitoring sleep and taking care of hygiene, as instructed by parents. · Keeping the children safe, keeping contact numbers at hand, alerting the parents immediately if there are any issues at home, then documenting any incident. Skills, experience, and qualification required for the role. · Proven experience as a Childminder or similar role. · Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. · Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. · Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail. Also Childminder must communicate professionally with the parents, including actively listening, responding, and engaging with the children. Clear and open communication prevents misunderstandings and ensures the children's needs are met Experience in the similar role for 3 years is desirable. If you are a skilled Childminder looking for a dynamic and exciting working environment, and ready to accept new challenge; then we want to hear from you! To apply, please submit your resume outlining your experience and qualifications. Hour: 37.5 Hours per/week
Job Title: WK Events Manager Days/Hours This is a 18-22 hour/ 4 day a week role. You will work up to 45 hours in 'peak season' per week (roughly May-September) but off peak will be considerably less. 4-5 day working week as standard. Mondays off when weekend work is required. Event work can happen at irregular times! Location: SW18 based and other locations (on events) London locations + outside of London events travel Salary Offered £15ph (admin and small events) Up to £20ph (larger events) Reporting to: Ops Manager/ MD Requirements: Full UK Manual Driving License, Confident driver with various vehicles. OVERVIEW OF WELL KNEADED Company Overview Well Kneaded Ltd is a unique farm-table pizzeria, events company and Charity based in South West London. We serve an exciting and innovative seasonal menu of sourdough pizza, amazing pasta, locally-sourced salads, small plates and top quality drinks. We’ve won awards recognising our sustainable sourcing and supply chain, and are a charity because of our employment practices offering opportunities to young people who have faced barriers to employment. Well Kneaded has a great team culture and we’re committed to a supportive and enjoyable working environment for all our team. OVERVIEW OF EVENTS ROLE The events manager role combines client and on-event management with business development and event ops. It is a hands on role for someone who wants a great combination of management & office based work with practical on-event management. We have a busy calendar of weddings and events, especially from May- September but you will help us fill that all year round. You will be able to hit the ground running, making sure our events setups outfits look the part, are well organised, and are health and safety compliant. The events we cater span weddings, birthdays, street parties, festivals, in-house pizzeria events and corporate workshops (more recently) and more. You will be responsible for creating the amazing Well Kneaded experience ‘off-site’. A key part of your role will be clear communication with the head chef at the pizzeria and the event teams, in order that events operations are well planned and smoothly executed. The role requires your high capacity for planning and organisation.! You will be strategic and able to quickly understand the bigger operational picture of Well Kneaded for diary management and coordination, and will be an excellent team player and motivator. You will be a natural problem solver, managing both client and team expectations with an energetic flair, in the lead up to an event, and also the wind down. Responsibilities PRIMARY - Being the first point of contact for all event enquiries, responding promptly and clearly communicating how Well Kneaded can provide great food to employ great people for a greater planet and converting those enquiries into bookings. - Clarify with the client and put in place specific requirements for event logistics and staffing. - -Maintain clear records of past and upcoming events and pro-actively communicate these with accountants & internal team when needed. - Responsible for execution of our events work in line with WK Vision & values to give our clients the best events experience (internally and externally) in London including developing relationships with new venues/ clients and working with online platforms to market our events offerings. - -Maintain WK Events storage areas, including the WK lockup and any areas used in the pizzeria. - Responsibility for health and hygiene and food safety procedure on events, ensuring 100% operationally safe events, and that all events team are trained and prepared in this. This includes responsibility for regular maintenance of all events set up - -Weekly meetings with Events/Ops team to discuss anything events based. - -Manual handling of events equipment and food - SECONDARY - Grow our KERB opportunities as well as our regular client database and communications/ marketing strategy. - Take responsibility for events P&L (after 6 months in role) - Develop marketing materials (alongside ops & marketing manager) including promotions for events offerings in order to retain and grow events stakeholders (clients, venues, tasting participants, potential partnerships with local schools/ mums groups/venues, etc) - Weekly meetings with Head of Food to develop events offerings where you see gaps, within budget - If capacity, develop and market downstairs basement kitchen and/or garden for pizzeria private events together with Ops Manager and head of front of house. - Add posts directly to Instagram/ Facebook that are pertinent to events/ the team and also the pizzeria if required. - Position Type - Event role has possibility to be a job share between a senior event manager and events coordinator where the events manager has overall oversight & a focus on driving growth and coordinator has on-event/ day to day ops focus. This means role could be 2-2.5 days/ week. - EXPECTATIONS & LIMITING FACTORS - Be able to handle emergencies and last-minute changes of plan under pressure. - There is an event-staff holiday freeze in July (No holiday can be taken in July due to the full nature of the WK calendar) - The nature of the job involves a lot of weekend and evening work, so days off are generally Sundays and Mondays, with one full weekend off per month (except June/July). In quieter seasons there will be more flexibility on this. - Being able to confidently drive a manual vehicle - PERSON SPECIFICATION - The Events Manager will be committed to the Well Kneaded vision and values, with a keen interest in sustainable food and amazing event creation and will have the following: - Previous experience in events or managing/ leading a team. Including examples of responsibility for running events from start to finish. - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Confident to take initiative and is pro-active in project and event management. Is as good at starting a project as well as is at finishing it, and feeding back in. - Highly organised and excellent at planning. - At least an active interest in sustainability - English; strong in both written & verbal communication, if not your first language - UK Drivers License - confident to drive multiple vehicles including a vintage van. - Strong relational skills PERKS/ BENEFITS/ HOLIDAY - 29 days holiday (statutory plus an extra for your birthday) + sick pay + pension (holiday increases 1 days/ year worked with WK after year 2, up to 4 extra days) pro rata if not full time. - 6-8 weekly reviews with line manager. - Friends and family discount (20% off bill when you eat in with f&f) - Christmas day & Easter Sunday off - If full time- Management/ Leadership training plus up to 2 team days per year Free delicious food - Being part of a team who champions each other. - 2 Complimentary tickets per year for friends and family to in-house events - Seeing transformation in the lives of young people - Pension contribution and sick pay Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Paid volunteer time Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: South West London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Event Management or Leadership: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: UK FULL MANUAL DRIVING LICENSE (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in South West London Expected start date: 06/01/2025
Job Title: Pet Sitter/ Pet Specialist Company: Wooftune Ltd. Location: West & South & Central London Job Type: Freelance (need to be already registered or willing to do so before starting work) Pay: £12.51 - £30.00 per hour (varies/ flexible) Expected Hours: Varies Specifically looking for professional pet sitters in West, Central and South London About Us: At Wooftune, we believe in providing the highest quality care for pups of all personalities and needs. We are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment for dogs while also giving pet parents peace of mind when they’re away. As part of our mission, we treat our pet sitters with respect, ensuring they are well-trained, well-compensated, and have opportunities for growth in a supportive community. That’s why we call them “Pet Specialists”. Job Description: We’re looking for compassionate, experienced, and reliable pet enthusiasts to join our Wooftune team! You’ll be responsible for individual and group dog walks, pet sitting, and providing loving care to pets at their homes. If you love animals, are proactive, and are excited about building strong connections with both dogs and their humans, this role is for you! Key Responsibilities: - Provide safe, attentive care during dog walks and pet sitting - Deliver regular “pup-dates” to pet parents (photos, texts, updates) - Ensure a calm and happy environment for pets, adhering to Wooftune’s care standards - Assist with basic grooming, feeding, and administering medications - Create meaningful connections with pets and pet parents, leaving them stress-free and confident What We’re Looking For: - Love for animals, especially dogs - Previous , professional experience in pet care - Ability to handle dogs with different temperaments and needs - Genuine love and interest in dog behaviour - Willingness to learn and train - Strong communication skills - Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism - Flexibility in working hours, with availability for both short- and long-term bookings Perks: - Training opportunities to grow your pet care expertise - Competitive hourly pay - Be part of a passionate and growing community dedicated to exceptional pet care
Full time & Full flexibility required Allergens knowledge is a must Balthazar, found in the heart of Covent Garden’s theatre district, is an iconic brasserie known for its timeless elegance, exceptional cuisine, and unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. Based on the original concept in New York, Balthazar offers a seamless blend of French-inspired dishes and classic hospitality. Our commitment to providing spectacular service is woven into the very fabric of Balthazar, where every visit is an invitation to indulge in the artistry of the delicious dishes and meticulously crafted cocktails. We are currently seeking a dedicated and service-oriented individual to join our team as a Waiter. As a Waiter at our restaurant, you will be an integral part of delivering an outstanding dining experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, possess fine dining expertise, and are committed to providing exceptional service, we invite you to bring your skills to the renowned setting we call home. Key Responsibilities: - Greet guests in a professional and friendly manner. - Take and relay accurate food and beverage orders to the kitchen and bar. - Provide detailed information about menu items, specials, and wine selections. - Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to maintain a smooth workflow. - Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests with tact and professionalism. - Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the dining area. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a high-end restaurant or similar establishment. - Exceptional customer service and communication skills. - Knowledge of fine dining etiquette and service standards. - Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. - Attention to detail and a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience. Benefits: - Generous discount off your bill (including drinks), when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group - Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group - Paid overtime - 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days - Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral - Exclusive access to our discounts including money off gym memberships, travel, online shopping, gadget, and much more - Reward programmes, long service awards, and staff recognition and incentives Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.
Please apply only if you have experience as restaurant receptionist We are looking for an enthusiastic receptionist with a genuine passion for hospitality and a desire to make every guest feel welcome. The ideal candidate will have great communication and organisational skills with the ability to maximise space with great problem-solving skills and know how to keep cool under pressure. Experience using sevenrooms is preferable but not essential. Responsibilities. Manage all reservations, both via the general inbox and phone, in a professional and warm manner. Facilitate a positive guest experience by being an ambassador for our brand, and welcoming first point of contact for all. Manage stationery orders and storage of stock. Work with the kitchen team to finalise menus for regular service and special events. Support with booking in large groups and events. Plan and manage floor plans to support a smooth flow of service and the functioning of our front of house team. Requirements. Previous experience in a similar environment desirable by not essential. Knowledge of sevenrooms preferable. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. We do not prioritise English native speakers, but as we are a London-based restaurant we do expect a strong command of the language in order to best interact with our team and guests. Knowledge of basic computer software such as Microsoft 360 and Google Suite. We offer. £200 a month employee of the month’ awards with bonuses. £500 ‘refer a friend’ bonus. Cycle-to-work scheme 50% staff discount on food and beverage at all sites. Cost price wine through our suppliers. International trips for top performers. In-house training dedicated to your personal development. Trips to meet suppliers and producers. Staff trip program to meet farms, fish markets and vineyards. We offer qualifications, including, WSET, health and safety, food training. Company donations to charities our staff feel are close to home. Whole team staff parties. Wholesome staff meals, end of service drinks. Christmas eve, Christmas day, boxing day & New Year’s Day off. Pay increase every year of service for up to five years. 28 days holiday [including bank holiday]’ per year. Pension provider | The Peoples Pension.