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  • Deputy General Manager
    Deputy General Manager
    2 days ago
    £36000–£46000 yearly
    Full-time
    Victoria, Westminster

    We are seeking an outstanding and experienced Deputy General Manager with a love for varied hospitality experiences, high volume operations who thrives managing large teams. The Palm House is a vibrant bar and restaurant in the heart of Victoria, proudly known as the home of the good life. The Role: As Deputy General Manager, you'll be key to the running and success of The Palm House. Our Deputy General Managers are pro-active, insightful, commercial leaders for their venues. You will bring imagination, joy and a boundless passion for incredible people, outstanding hospitality and revenue driving through innovative ideas and continuous development of your team. We Expect You To: Have pure passion for hospitality and giving guests a wonderful time. Take full ownership of your KPIs whether that is financials, people, compliance, stock management -- guest experience is at the core of your passion. Lead joyous, guest focused, shifts; managing everything from atmosphere to standards. Empower your team to develop through the career pathway, giving clear and example lead feedback. Obsess over service standards and deliver nothing short of excellence. Coach, mentor, and inspire with a big heart and a focus on people development. Work collaboratively with your General Manager, Head Chef and other stakeholders to achieve success. Ensure safety of your guests, your team, and your venue at all times. Maintain compliance and actively promote completion of online training, daily/ weekly checks and best practices. Adapt and evolve by embracing challenges and thrive in a changing environment. Communicate with impact -- clearly, effectively, and with intention. Always taking the time to review and follow up. Be an effective leader who is approachable, honest and supportive in driving the business forward. Who You'll Be: A proven leader with experience in high volume operations, in either a restaurant or bar setting. A personal license holder. Someone who loves running big shifts, managing varied areas of a business but keeps the guest experience as a priority. Energetic, passionate, and resilient. Have a structured mindset, setting clear expectations and empowering your team. Obsessed with communication, constantly speaking to your team, with the ability to communicate the bigger picture as well as venue specific details and getting the team to understand why their roles are so important to the venues success. Engaged in wider Incipio culture, living and breathing our values. Curiosity and courage -- always questioning, improving, and innovating. Strong knowledge of food safety, allergies health safety. Fun! Capable of integrating seamlessly into Incipio's culture. Benefits \& Best Bits Vitality Package: Dental, Optical and Health insurance. Gym membership discounts + other rewards Self Space: Free Therapy through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Hugely exciting career development, with opportunities to grow and expand in this role as the business grows 10% Bonus capacity paid annually Company awards and events Sickness Compassionate Pay Incentive trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all our venues Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

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  • Second Chef
    Second Chef
    11 hours ago
    £34000–£36000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Our amazing Head Chef at Pizza Pilgrims Chelsea is looking for a Second Pizza Chefs to join the team 👇 🚀 Fancy earning up to £47,000 a year, making people happier one pizza at a time? 💚 At Pizza Pilgrims, that's genuinely possible. Here's how it breaks down: Basic salary, Tronc Bonus (up to 20% of your annual salary) 💰 If you love proper Neapolitan pizza, leading a great kitchen team and making people genuinely happy, then this might just be the job for you. 🍕 14 years ago Thom James drove a Piaggio ape Tuk Tuk all the way from Sicily to London on a 'Pizza Pilgrimage' to learn the secrets of perfect Italian pizza. They went on to set up a market stall in Soho with an oven in the back of the van before opening their first actual pizzeria on Dean Street. If you think that sounds as ridiculously cool as we do, and you love pizza, then read on... Nowadays we have over 20 award-winning pizzerias across the UK, we've got our own Pizza Academy where we run training workshops every day, and we're also a BCORP - something we're extremely proud about achieving. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients from Naples including Caputo flour, fresh fior di latte, salsiccia e friarielle , to make the best Neapolitan pizza every day. At Pizza Pilgrims, we aspire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel genuinely cared for and have equal opportunities for growth and progression. We are committed to building a diverse team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; which creates proper happiness, just like our pizzas do! We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As a Second Chef, you'll be a specialist in creating the best Neapolitan Pizza's, and for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning their next visit. You'll also be accountable for: • Team leadership., • Stock management., • Successful guest pizza launches., • Kitchen maintenance management., • Food quality auditing. Whilst skills are important, representing our values is just as important too. These shape our team culture. • 'Push Yourself' because we believe learning new skills and coming out of your comfort zone will help us improve as a team., • 'Be Yourself' means you can bring your own personality to work. Your hair colour is yours, not ours. We think tattoos are cool. And we love hearing about your interests outside of work., • 'Respect Others' because everyone is welcome at Pilgrims and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel they belong., • 'Enjoy Yourself' because hospitality is an industry we love, and we want every Pilgrim to create happiness for each other and to have fun at work. Don't take our word for it. In our most recent 'happiness survey' (team feedback survey)... • Over 200 people said the thing they love most about working at Pilgrims is their team., • Over 100 people said their favourite pizza perk was the amount of free pizza they get., • And nearly 150 people said they love the culture, development opportunities and pizza quality at Pilgrims. What's in it for you? • up to £36,000 + tronc +bonus., • 45hr week over 5 days., • On top of the standard 28 days holiday, you will get an extra day for every year you work for us (up to 5 Years)., • After 5 years with us, you get a paid 4-week sabbatical on top of your 33 days holiday! Some of our favourite Pizza Perks include... • 1 extra day holiday as "Happiness Day' so you can do something that you love and makes you happy about outside of work., • A tasty bonus every time you refer a friend to join., • A free after-work drinks (soft, beer or gin), • 2 huge company-wide parties every year to celebrate Christmas and Ferragosto (We close all the pizzerias for these!) So, if you've got this far down the job advert, it might mean that we're a perfect match. Click the apply button and one of the team will reach out to you soon. Ciao!

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  • Deputy General Manager
    Deputy General Manager
    3 days ago
    £36000–£46000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Kensington, Hammersmith and Fulham

    We are seeking an outstanding and experienced Deputy General Manager with a love for varied hospitality experiences, high volume operations who thrives managing large teams. The Prince is a true West London institution, a buzzing legacy venue at the heart of the community, bringing the party week after week with everything from live music sing alongs to electric Sports Sundays. The Role: As Deputy General Manager, you'll be key to the running and success of The Prince. Our Deputy General Managers are pro-active, insightful, commercial leaders for their venues. You will bring imagination, joy and a boundless passion for incredible people, outstanding hospitality and revenue driving through innovative ideas and continuous development of your team. We Expect You To: Have pure passion for hospitality and giving guests a wonderful time. Take full ownership of your KPIs whether that is financials, people, compliance, stock management -- guest experience is at the core of your passion. Lead joyous, guest focused, shifts; managing everything from atmosphere to standards. Empower your team to develop through the career pathway, giving clear and example lead feedback. Obsess over service standards and deliver nothing short of excellence. Coach, mentor, and inspire with a big heart and a focus on people development. Work collaboratively with your General Manager, Head Chef and other stakeholders to achieve success. Ensure safety of your guests, your team, and your venue at all times. Maintain compliance and actively promote completion of online training, daily/ weekly checks and best practices. Adapt and evolve by embracing challenges and thrive in a changing environment. Communicate with impact -- clearly, effectively, and with intention. Always taking the time to review and follow up. Be an effective leader who is approachable, honest and supportive in driving the business forward. Who You'll Be: A proven leader with experience in high volume operations. A personal license holder. Someone who loves running big shifts, managing varied areas of a business but keeps the guest experience as a priority. Energetic, passionate, and resilient. Have a structured mindset, setting clear expectations and empowering your team. Obsessed with communication, constantly speaking to your team, with the ability to communicate the bigger picture as well as venue specific details and getting the team to understand why their roles are so important to the venues success. Engaged in wider Incipio culture, living and breathing our values. Curiosity and courage -- always questioning, improving, and innovating. Strong knowledge of food safety, allergies health safety. Fun! Capable of integrating seamlessly into Incipio's culture. Benefits \& Best Bits Vitality Package: Dental, Optical and Health insurance. Gym membership discounts + other rewards Self Space: Free Therapy through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Hugely exciting career development, with opportunities to grow and expand in this role as the business grows 10% Bonus capacity paid annually Company awards and events Sickness Compassionate Pay Incentive trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all our venues Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    12 hours ago
    £14.25 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    WHAT WE LOOK FOR? We are looking for an experienced (minimum 1 year in similar role) and skilled Chef De Partie to join us in our Covent Garden location. Your job role will include but will not be limited to: • Supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations;, • Preparing menu items as per recipe and/or instructions;, • Maintaining excellent hygiene, safety, and food quality standards;, • Communicating effectively and working collaboratively with other Chefs;, • Working effectively in a fast-paced environment;, • Being organised and to have high attention to detail in order to deliver an outstanding service to our guest;, • Working without supervision;, • Training and mentoring the new joiner;, • Good time management and prioritising skills. WHAT WE DO FOR YOU: Competitive remuneration package; We go the extra mile and offer strong career growth opportunities. Huge investment in training and development with qualifications across wine, h&s and food safety and an individual training programme to help you reach the next stage of your career with us; A balanced work life – we know how important personal time is and this is reflected in our weekly staff schedules 2 doubles 3 lates; Regular 1:1’s with the Head Chef, as a way of checking in with you; High quality and freshly prepared team meals whilst on shift; 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 of your family or friends (food only); You and your partners birthday (if you have one) off each year; Employee of the month award, a fully complementary meal for you and one other; 28 days holiday per year plus one extra day paid holiday each year you work with us (up to 5 years); Generous refer a friend scheme; We are passionate about providing an environment that encourages learning and growth, and we reward team members who meet and exceed our standards of success. We are committed to taking care of our entire team through the opportunities that open up as a result of your hard work and commitment to your role.

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  • Residential Support Worker
    Residential Support Worker
    16 hours ago
    £14–£18 hourly
    Part-time

    PrimeCare Staffing is currently recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers to support children’s homes across London. We are looking for reliable, confident, and compassionate individuals who have experience working with children and young people in residential settings. This is flexible agency work, offering a variety of shifts based on your availability and client needs. What We Offer Flexible working – choose shifts that suit you Competitive hourly rates Ongoing work opportunities across multiple services Weekly pay (paid in arrears) Support from a dedicated team Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people, • Promote a safe, stable, and nurturing environment, • Support with daily routines, activities, and engagement, • Manage behaviours in line with care plans and safeguarding policies, • Maintain accurate records and reports, • Work collaboratively with staff teams and external professionals, • Requirements, • Minimum 6 months experience in a children’s residential setting, • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential), • Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (preferred), • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Right to work in the UK, • Important Information, • This role is offered on a zero-hours basis. Shifts are allocated based on availability and client requirements., • Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Zero hours contract

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  • Sales Representative
    Sales Representative
    1 day ago
    £14 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Sales Representative – Hospitality Agency (In-Person Role) We are looking for an experienced, confident and proactive Sales Representatives to support our agency growth through targeted in-person outreach across Central London. This is a short, focused “Sales Day” role where you will approach hospitality venues, introduce our service, and connect directly with decision-makers. If you perform well, this will lead to ongoing and frequent work opportunities. ⸻ About the Role You will be visiting restaurants, bars, hotels, and event venues to introduce our agency and generate new client leads. Your goal is simple: 👉 Start conversations 👉 Deliver a short pitch 👉 Get venues to complete a quick sign-up form You’ll be fully briefed beforehand with a template script, training, and materials. ⸻ Shift Details - Duration: 2/3 hours max - Pay: £14/hour - Team: Working independently - Time: 2pm – 5pm (ideal window) ⸻ What You’ll Be Doing - Approaching hospitality venues in targeted areas (Soho, Shoreditch, Camden, etc.) - Speaking directly with managers or decision-makers - Delivering a short, confident sales pitch - Encouraging sign-ups via QR code (2-minute form) - Representing the agency in a professional manner ⸻ Experience Required - Previous sales experience is essential • Experience of securing clients, • Confidence speaking to new people in fast-paced environments, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills ⸻ What We’re Looking For - Confident, outgoing, and proactive attitude - Comfortable approaching businesses and starting conversations - Professional and well-presented - Reliable and punctual - Quick learner (template script + training provided) ⸻ Important - You must research the company beforehand and understand our service - You will be expected to confidently explain what we do - Performance will determine future opportunities and repeat work ⸻ What You Get - £14/hour for a short, focused shift - Simple, structured sales process - Opportunity for regular ongoing sales work

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  • Head Pastry Chef
    Head Pastry Chef
    4 days ago
    £30000–£33000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Head Pastry Chef ABOUT UNICO GELATO Unico Gelato is an Italian delicatessen specialising in gelato, coffee and pastries. Unico is linked with one of the most famous gelato shops in Bologna, Cremeria Funivia, and uses the great Italian culinary traditions and historic recipes of its hometown to bring a true taste of Italian gelato to London. Owned by a group of experienced Italian entrepreneurs plus Italian football legends, Gianfranco Zola and Roberto Di Matteo, and managed by a young team of professionals, Unico has operated since 2015 and currently has sites in Fulham, Saint John’s Wood, Bromley and Holland Park avenue. The brand Quality and freshness are our key driving factors reflected in the choices we make along our supply chain. The atmosphere is equally important - inspired from the familiar and welcoming vibes of our mediaeval hometown, the brand provides a customer-centric experience, welcoming its customers to a safe and self-indulgent experience. ABOUT THE ROLE The Head Pastry Chef is responsible for leading the pastry and gelato production operations, with a primary focus on the creation, innovation, and execution of high-quality gelato cakes. This role combines culinary artistry, operational leadership, and product development to ensure consistency, efficiency, and excellence. TASKS • Design and develop a range of premium gelato cakes, including seasonal and signature offerings, • Experiment with flavors, textures, and presentation techniques, • Manage the daily production of gelato cakes and related pastry items, • Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and presentation, • Develop and standardize recipes, portioning, and plating guidelines, • Monitor production schedules to meet demand and minimize waste, • Ensure proper storage and handling of gelato and perishable items, • Implement and maintain food safety and hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP compliance), • Manage inventory of ingredients, supplies, and equipment, • Oversee maintenance and proper use of gelato machines, blast freezers, and pastry equipment, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, • Support marketing initiatives (e.g., new product launches, promotions, social media content) REQUIREMENTS • Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef, • Strong expertise in gelato production and frozen desserts, • Leadership and team management skills, • Creativity and attention to detail, • Able to lead a fast-paced kitchen environment AVAILABILITY • Up to 45 hours / week - Usual schedule is Monday to Friday, • Location: 495 Fulham Palace Road, SW6 6SU, • Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays BUDGET Yearly salary: £30.000,00 to £33.000,00 depending on experience

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  • Home Care Worker
    Home Care Worker
    10 days ago
    £18–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    New Beckenham, Bromley

    Are you an experienced carer looking for flexible self-employed work in London? Eden Homecare 247 Ltd is an introductory care agency based in Bromley, South East London. We connect experienced, self-employed carers with clients who need support in their own homes across London. HOW IT WORKS: We introduce you to clients in your area. You agree your hours and rate directly with the client and work for them on a self-employed basis. We handle the matching so you don't have to find clients yourself. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: • Experienced care workers (domiciliary, residential or similar), • Compassionate, reliable and professional, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one), • Right to work in the UK, • Good communication skills EXPERIENCE WELCOMED IN: • Personal care and domiciliary care, • Dementia and Alzheimer's care, • Palliative and end of life care, • Physical disabilities, • Mental health support, • Learning disabilities, • Post-hospital recovery care DESIRABLE (not essential): • NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, • Driving licence and own vehicle, • Additional languages spoken WHAT YOU GET: • Flexible working — you set your own hours and availability, • You work directly for the client — you are your own boss, • Earn £13.00 - £16.00 per hour, • We introduce you to clients — no need to find work yourself, • Register and manage your profile online in minutes, • Supportive team who genuinely understand care IMPORTANT — SELF-EMPLOYED ROLE: This is a self-employed position. You will work directly for the client and invoice them for your hours. Eden Homecare 247 Ltd acts as an introductory agency only.

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  • Nursery Manager
    Nursery Manager
    1 month ago
    £35000–£37000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Wickham

    An amazing opportunity is available to manage and lead our team at our brand new nursery in West Wickham, due to open in Spring 2026. This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced and qualified Nursery Manager in developing your management and leadership career and practice, whilst having an experienced nursery and office team to support you. No occupancy/waiting-list/fees-stress – that’s with our Admin Team is for! We will also consider experienced Deputy Manager's looking for the 'next step' in their career. You are responsible for managing/overseeing; · Children · Teams · Parents and · EYFS and extra curricula activities You will report directly to the Senior Management Team and Owners. This is a busy, hands-on management and leadership role. Cuddly Bear Day Care is a successful, family-run, caring nursery with 2 venues in Sydenham, and our new nursery in West Wickham; our Owners are hands on and fully involved on a daily basis. Your input will be valued in our successful, growing, nursery business. About you: Your qualities and skills will include; · care and kindness · a growth mindset - takes on learning, challenges and thrives! · office skills including IT (I connect system) · a passionate advocate of children in early years · team focused · knowledge of HR practice – to support your teams · excellent EYFS practice · creative mind and positive energy To be the successful applicant, you must: · Have exceptional leadership abilities and the ability to inspire your team · Understand the importance of employee engagement and the impact of a positive workplace culture · Have excellent knowledge and understanding EYFS and statutory welfare requirements · Have an approachable manner and be able to build positive relationships · Have high standards of customer service · To be child centred and to make sure that children come first in all decisions · Hold a relevant Early Years/childcare qualification, Level 3 or higher. · Have experience as a safeguarding lead in previous roles and understand the importance of this role.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    2 months ago
    £40000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Head Chef – Buns, West Hampstead Buns is on the lookout for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to take the lead in our kitchen and work closely with us on the next evolution of our menu. Our food is centred around grills, social plates made for sharing, and seriously good burgers — all built on the idea of honest, quality ingredients and bold flavour. Alongside our main menu, we run a busy weekend brunch that is an important part of who we are. We’re searching for someone who truly loves food and wants to be part of a family environment — not just another name on the rota. This is a leadership role where you’ll have real creative input and the opportunity to help shape the future of Buns. What you’ll be doing: • Leading and managing a small kitchen team, • Maintaining high kitchen standards and consistency, • Ordering and stock control, • Working closely with us on menu development and new ideas, • Ensuring every plate that leaves the kitchen reflects our quality and values What we offer: • Good working hours, • A supportive drama free, close-knit team environment, • Creative input into menu development, • The chance to make a real impact within the West Hampstead community, • To be part of the Buns family and grow with us on our journey If you’re a passionate chef who wants to help build something special, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch and let’s talk.

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  • Bartender / Barista
    Bartender / Barista
    2 months ago
    Part-time
    London

    Location: On-site – Local Independent Retailer with Restaurant & Bar Shifts: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday Evenings Hours: 16:00 – 22:00 24 Hours About Us We are a busy, friendly independent venue with a strong focus on quality drinks, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. As a proud local business, we value team spirit, initiative, and creating a fantastic experience for every customer. The Role We’re looking for a hands-on Evening Cocktail Bar Tender to run bar operations across four key service evenings. This is an active, front-of-house role where you’ll lead from the bar — making drinks, managing service flow, and supporting the restaurant team to ensure smooth operations throughout the shift. You’ll also play an important part in driving sales by using your initiative to upsell, promote specials, and maximise revenue opportunities. Key Responsibilities Managing the bar during evening service Preparing and serving all bar drinks (cocktails, beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks) Delivering excellent customer service and guest engagement Supporting the restaurant team during busy periods Using initiative to grow bar sales and promote offers/specials Stock control and restocking the bar Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the bar area Ensuring licensing and health & safety standards are followed Cash handling and end-of-night reconciliation (if required) What We’re Looking For :- Previous bar management or supervisory experience Strong cocktail and drinks knowledge A proactive approach to driving sales Confident working in a fast-paced environment Hands-on, team-player attitude Excellent communication and customer service skills Reliable and available Friday through Monday evenings What We Offer Weekly hours (24 hours per week) Friendly independent work environment Supportive team culture Staff perks/discounts

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