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Head Chef — Launch & lead a groundbreaking Café in South East London South East London | 🕒 Full-time | Competitive salary + profit share potential About Us We’re creating more than just a café — this is a space where the energy of original South London meets the tastes of the city’s new wave. Think: unapologetically local, creatively elevated, and community-driven. Our menu will blend modern British comfort, bold global flavours, and nostalgic nods to the streets that raised us — all with the quality and presentation expected from a city that loves to brunch, snack, and gather in style. We’re looking for a Head Chef who can bring this vision to life — someone who’s as passionate about the details as they are about the bigger picture. If you want to shape a kitchen that people travel across the city for, this is your chance. The Role This isn’t just a job. This is your kitchen. Your menu. Your moment! As our Head Chef, you’ll: Design and execute a unique, fresh, South London-inspired menu that speaks to both long-time locals and newer residents. Champion quality, sustainability, and seasonality in every dish. Build and lead a small but mighty kitchen team with high standards and creative flair. Ensure exceptional food hygiene, cost control, and consistency. Work closely with ownership to refine the vision, shape specials, and adapt to trends. Be the face of the kitchen — engaging with customers, collaborating on events, and becoming part of the community fabric. What We’re Looking For ✔ A chef with serious talent, creativity, and ambition — someone ready to leave their mark. ✔ Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in a fast-paced, quality-focused kitchen (brunch, small plates, bakery, or fusion experience a bonus). ✔ Strong understanding of modern café culture + an appreciation for London’s diverse food scene. ✔ Ability to design and cost menus that balance flair, profit and accessibility. ✔ Confident, inspiring leadership style — you’ll recruit, train, and motivate a small team from the ground up. ✔ Passion for local suppliers, ethical sourcing, and seasonal ingredients. Perks • A genuine opportunity to build something from the start. • Profit-sharing options for the right candidate. • Creative freedom: your ideas will shape this café. • Potential for future expansion and career growth as we scale.

We’re on the hunt for a rockstar General Manager to take the reins of a quirky backstreet pub just a short stroll from Clapham Junction. We’re not your average boozer — and we’re looking for someone who isn’t your average GM. This is not a caretaker role. This is an entrepreneurial opportunity to lead a transformation. The venue is shifting to a wet-led focus, and we need someone with the chops to build that up from the taps to the tills. Think buzzing bar trade, events that pack the place out, and a vibe that keeps the locals coming back for more. We’re already home to live comedy and poker nights, but that’s just the beginning. Got an idea for a whisky tasting? (we have a vast range) A drag brunch? A jazz jam? Great — you’ll have the freedom (and the support) to make it happen. The space is flexible, and there’s massive potential for private hires, community gatherings, and offbeat events. We want a personality, not just a resume. You’ll need to be a true people person, great at building connections and turning strangers into regulars. This is a neighbourhood pub, and your charm will be as important as your P&L. If you’re driven, creative, and ready to take full ownership of a pub with character and community at its heart, we’d love to meet you. This is an opportunity to build a business from the ground up so would really suit someone who is keen to ultimately get started with their own business venture in the future and are looking for a company that wants to help them do that.

Job Opportunity: Chef Join our passionate team and make a difference! Position: Café Cook Hours: 35 hours per week. Location: Earlsfield, SW17 Are you a skilled cook with a passion for fresh, high-quality food? We are looking for a motivated Café Chef to join our team and contribute to our social enterprise, providing excellent customer service and workplace opportunities. About the Role As a Café Chef, you will prepare and serve freshly made breakfasts, Brunch, light lunches, cakes, and snacks. You’ll work closely with the owners to maintain a high standard of food quality and customer experience. Your role will also include supporting the development of menu ideas and maintaining kitchen hygiene standards. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality breakfast, lunch, and snack options for eat-in and takeaway customers. Cook to order in a fast-paced café environment while maintaining excellent presentation and taste. Engage with customers, responding to feedback to enhance their experience. Assist in menu planning and introducing new dishes to attract customers and boost revenue. Maintain high hygiene standards, ensuring all areas, including fridges and freezers, are kept clean and well-organized. Monitor and record fridge and freezer temperatures daily. Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation according to food hygiene regulations. Minimise food wastage and keep track of inventory. Maintain and report issues with kitchen equipment to the Owners. Comply with all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations. Person Specification: Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a café, restaurant, canteen, or pub kitchen. Strong cooking skills with a flair for high-quality food preparation. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A proactive and motivated approach, with the ability to work under pressure. A positive, customer-focused attitude with a passion for food. Good time management and the ability to multitask effectively. Desirable: Food Safety & Hygiene and Understanding Allergens qualifications. Personal Qualities: A results-driven approach with a commitment to high standards. A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and contributes to a positive workplace. Customer-focused, professional, and proactive in problem-solving. Eager to learn and take advantage of development opportunities. Why Join Us? Work in a friendly and supportive team with a strong community focus. · If you’re ready to bring your Chef skills to Toast Stores and be part of something fresh and exciting, we’d love to hear from you!

Are you looking for something unique that brings prestige, pride and creativity? So are we. At Woodland we dare to be different, and that is exactly what we are looking for in our future talent. At Woodland we are looking for an innovative Barista that thrives in a busy atmosphere and can handle the pressure of a blooming cafe. Attention-to-detail and self-determination are key to fulfilling this job position. Your main duties as a Bartender will be: - Preparing non-alcoholic beverages and coffees. - Interacting with customers, taking orders and serving. - Assessing bar customers’ needs and preferences and making recommendations. - Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies. - Comply with all food and beverage regulations. General skills you should posses: - Ability to multitask and remain organised during a busy period. - High level of attention to detail. - Adaptability to embrace new ideas and processes, and work unsupervised. - Strong team-player, as well as natural leader qualities. - Positive, approachable and professional manner. - Interpersonal communication skills. Ability for Latte art will be considered with advantage Our requirements: Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar environment. What we can offer: A competitive salary + Bonus scheme

We're opening the doors to our brand-new café early next week, and we’re looking for an experienced, passionate barista to join us on this exciting journey from day one! This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a small, family-run business full of energy, heart, and fresh ideas. We’ve poured our love into creating a warm and welcoming space, and now we need someone who can bring that same spirit to our coffee. What we're looking for: Proven experience as a barista — you know your way around an espresso machine and can handle a busy morning rush with confidence. A self-starter who’s ready to take the lead and help us hit the ground running. Someone with motivation, empathy, and a great attitude — you care about people, not just coffee. Availability to start immediately (next Monday or Tuesday). What we offer: A supportive, family-style environment where your input is valued. The chance to shape something from the beginning. Good vibes, good coffee, and a team that cares. If this sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear f

We are looking for a creative and motivated pizza chef to join our kitchen team at Pear Tree Cafe, Battersea Park. We are looking for a pizza chef who is passionate and enthusiastic and keen to help us continue to develop our offering. All the dough is all made in house by our incredible bakers and our chefs then come up with delicious seasonal toppings to complement the crispy bases! Our three cafes serve an All-Day Menu of breakfast, brunch and lunch and as the summer draws closer we open in the evening serving delicious sourdough pizzas and flatbreads. We opened our first cafe in 2016 and quickly built a fantastic reputation in Battersea Park. In 2021, we launched our second site on Clapham Common, and in 2024 we opened our third cafe in Lincoln’s Inn Fields. We are known for our signature menus of thoughtfully crafted cafe style dishes, bringing a fresh, seasonal and innovative approach to London’s cafe scene. As a pizza chef, you will be running your own section and be responsible for prepping the toppings and garnishes for each pizza as well as making the pizzas during service. It is essential that you are well organised and able to ensure that our high standards are kept up with. Consistency and quality are both key to our production. You will also work closely with FOH and kitchen and bakery teams - we are one big family team at Pear Tree Cafe and we like everyone to be involved! • kitchen service, working closely with the team of chefs and KPs • quality assurance • attention to detail • health, safety and hygiene • compliance with statutory regulations and legislation Required skills and experience: • minimum of 1 year as a pizza chef • creativity, bringing new ideas to the table • boundless energy and enthusiasm • positive attitude • as a park cafe, weekends are our busiest periods, so weekend availability is a must!

Junior Stylist - Full Time Position Location: Fulham, London (Close to Chelsea Harbour) About Our Salon We are a boutique salon specialising in premium hair services including extensions, colour techniques, and hair & scalp therapies. Catering to a discerning, high-end clientele in the prestigious Fulham area, our salon provides exceptional care in a luxurious environment. We pride ourselves on helping our affluent clients achieve their hair goals with personalised service and the highest quality products. The Role We're seeking a passionate and motivated Junior Stylist to join our growing team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career development in a supportive environment where creativity and technical skills are nurtured and rewarded. Key Responsibilities - Assist with and perform hair services including blow dries, root colours, and highlights - Support senior stylists during complex colour treatments and extension applications - Build strong relationships with our wealthy clientele through engaging consultations - Confidently explain techniques, products and style visions to discerning clients - Create a welcoming atmosphere through friendly, personable yet professional service - Deliver a premium salon experience befitting our high-end clientele - Maintain a clean, tidy, and luxurious salon environment - Provide exceptional customer service at every client touchpoint - Participate in ongoing training programmes to develop technical skills - Support the salon's retail strategy and premium product recommendations - Manage appointments and client records efficiently Training & Development Opportunities Comprehensive training in our specialist hair extension services Full training on all our signature hair and scalp treatments Regular advanced training in colour techniques and application Professional blow dry and styling masterclasses Optional specialised training in hair extension production: Weft making techniques - Micro rings application and production - Keratin bond creation and application Essential Qualities NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing (minimum qualification) Vibrant, outgoing personality with natural people skills Exceptional customer service and client care abilities Confidence to communicate hair visions and ideas to clients Strong consultation skills to understand and interpret client needs Professional demeanour suitable for our high-end clientele Experience in or adaptability to a luxury service environment Genuine passion for the hair industry and current trends Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Commitment to ongoing professional development Positive attitude and strong work ethic Flexibility and willingness to learn Hours & Working Pattern Full-time position (35-40 hours per week) Monday to Saturday with flexible scheduling options Some evening work may be required for special events Benefits Package Comprehensive salon services benefit (hair services included) Regular complimentary nail appointments Extensive free training and educational courses Pension contributions Wellness package including Third Space gym membership (company contribution) Career progression opportunities Staff discount on professional products How to Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for our salon. We look forward to hearing from you! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We’re looking for a passionate chef to join our friendly team at Casa Ponte, a cozy Italian restaurant in Carshalton. The ideal candidate must have lots of experience as a head chef, be confident in cooking Italian dishes, work well with others in a busy kitchen, and enjoy bringing fresh ideas to the table. If you’re reliable, creative, and love great food, we’d love to hear from you!

GENERAL MANAGER – SONNY'S ROOFTOP BAR / KINGSTON RIVERSIDE Rooftop terrace. River views. Big energy. Sonny’s is a brand-new independent venue from the teams behind Tap Tavern and Bone Idyll, bringing bold drinks, good vibes, and standout hospitality to Kingston. We’re looking for a passionate and driven General Manager to lead our launch and beyond someone who builds great teams, delivers strong financials, and creates unforgettable guest experiences. WHO YOU ARE You are a proactive and accountable leader who thrives in a high energy environment. You bring joy to your team and guests alike and have a true understanding of what it takes to lead a venue with creativity and purpose You love hospitality and people in equal measure. You take pride in high standards and bold ideas, and you want to build something that stands out. WHAT YOU BRING - Experience leading high-volume, premium venues (ideally new openings) - Full ownership of ops, team development, guest experience & financials - Commercial confidence & decision-making skills - Passion for atmosphere, service, and standout guest care - A coaching mindset and commitment to growing people. - A commitment to safety standards and guest care across the entire operation YOUR ROLE - Lead day-to-day ops & team performance - Drive guest satisfaction & venue consistency - Own KPIs & financial goals - Build a high-performing, motivated team - Shape music, service, and atmosphere - Lead from the front and adapt fast BENEFITS + BEST BITS - Transparent TRONC + performance bonus - Free therapy & mental wellness support - Team celebrations & staff discounts - Paid sick leave & flexible working - Enhanced family leave & extra holidays after 2 years - Pension Scheme - Real opportunities to grow with Sonny’s and our family of sister venues WE VALUE INCLUSION We're building a diverse, creative team and welcome everyone. Need adjustments in the process? Just ask. READY TO LAUNCH SOMETHING SPECIAL IN KINGSTON? Let’s talk.

We’re not just a pizzeria — we’re a slice of Rome right here in the heart of London! At our place, we specialize in authentic Roman-style pizzas, mouth-watering appetizers, and decadent desserts, all crafted with love and tradition. With a wood-fired oven and the finest ingredients, we put pride and passion into every dish we serve. If you’re passionate about pizza and looking to be part of something truly special, we’d love to meet you! What You’ll Be Doing: Master the traditional "al mattarello" technique, hand-rolling dough to create perfectly thin, crispy Roman-style crusts. Bring classic Roman pizza recipes to life, making sure every slice is packed with flavor, authenticity, and consistency. Expertly manage our wood-fired oven to achieve that signature crispy base every time. Collaborate with a talented team to prepare delicious Roman appetizers and desserts. Help maintain our top-quality ingredients by working closely with our trusted suppliers. Keep our kitchen sparkling clean and follow top-notch hygiene practices — because a clean kitchen is a happy one! Share your creativity by suggesting exciting seasonal specials that honor our Roman roots. What We’re Looking For: Proven experience as a Pizza Chef (bonus points if you know Roman-style pizza!). Skill in the "al mattarello" dough-rolling technique. Confidence in handling a wood-fired oven to perfection. A true love for Roman cuisine, with a deep understanding of its ingredients and traditions. A keen eye for detail and a passion for producing high-quality food. Ability to stay cool, professional, and fast-paced in a lively kitchen. A willingness to learn, grow, and bring your own creative ideas to our menu! What’s in It for You: Competitive salary and benefits — we appreciate your hard work! A fun, supportive team that loves what they do. A chance to showcase your skills in an authentic Roman pizzeria. Opportunities to grow, innovate, and leave your mark on our menu. Ready to roll up your sleeves and bring a taste of Rome to London? We can’t wait to meet you! 🌟