Independent cafe jobs in United Kingdom

Independent cafe Chriskitch is looking for full time chefs. We serve breakfast, salad buffet, main courses and cakes. Applicants muse have: Experience Be outgoing, energetic and positive Have attention to detail

Part-time/Full-Time Kitchen Porter: Here at the Baguette Deli, we are searching for a reliable and motivated Kitchen Porter to help in the kitchen. We are a local, independent café looking for a hardworking person to help the chef with preparation and serving, handle the dirty dishes, and overall cleaning of the coffee shop. Skills Required: • Health & safety knowledge, • Positive working attitude, • Organisational skills, • Proactive mindset, • Teamwork, • Able to work under pressure Pay: • between £10.50 to 11£, • monthly payments, • Bonus: Every 6months on progression and sales Schedule: • 8 hour shift, • 6am to 2pm or 1pm to 9pm Part-timers' schedule to be discussed *Applicants must have the right to work in Uk If you think you fit within our description please apply by clicking the apply button and tell us a little bit about yourself and your previous experience.

We are looking for an experienced coffee maker for a busy independent little coffee shop, whose customers have high expectations about coffee drinks. The candidate should be ready to work by himself and do all the functions from making coffee to refill shelves and cleaning. We are open every day and this position is for a part-timer to work three days a week from opening to closing - sometimes four days to cover holidays. The core of this job consists in being able to make excellent drinks, deal politely with all sorts of people, keep the workplace clean. We prefer our candidates to be living locally.

Experienced Baristas & Caffé Professionals At Caffè di Ravello, coffee isn’t just part of the job — it’s part of who we are. We’re an independent Italian caffè where tradition meets craft, serving exceptional coffee made the right way and beautifully prepared panini that keep people coming back. Our baristas work with state-of-the-art coffee equipment and premium beans to deliver genuine Italian flavour in every cup. If you’re someone who knows the difference between good coffee and great coffee — and takes real pride in every cup, every interaction, every detail — you’ll fit right in with our team. Why Join Ravello We believe great cafés start with great people. We look after our team with above-average pay, hands-on training, and the chance to grow within a close-knit, family-run business that values consistency, quality, and genuine hospitality.

🌟 We're Hiring: Full-Time Barista / Waitress 🌟 📍 Location: Adriana’s Café and Eatery, 55 St Helens Gardens, London W10 6LN 🕒 Full-Time | Immediate Start Are you passionate about coffee, friendly service, and working in a warm, welcoming environment? We’re looking for a full-time Barista/Waitress to join our lovely team at Adriana’s Café and Eatery in North Kensington. What You'll Do: • Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold drinks to a high standard, • Take orders and serve food and beverages to customers, • Keep the café clean, tidy, and well-stocked, • Deliver excellent customer service with a smile, • Work as part of a small, friendly team Who You Are: • Previous barista and/or waitressing experience preferred, • Positive, reliable, and hardworking, • Friendly and confident with customers, • Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Fluent in English What We Offer: • Competitive pay (based on experience), • A supportive, friendly team environment, • Staff meals and coffee on shift, • Opportunity to grow with a local, independent business 📩 Apply Now: Call the owner We’re looking to fill this role ASAP, so don’t wait!

Overview: Holiday Inn London – Kensington High Street, one of Europe's largest Holiday Inns, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Bar and Lounge Supervisor to join our team. This role is pivotal in overseeing the operations of our lobby lounge bar and in-house Starbucks Cafe, ensuring exceptional hospitality experiences for our guests. (Important Note: This is a full-time position requiring year-round availability. The successful candidate must be able to commit to consistent attendance and fulfil all scheduled duties without seasonal interruptions). Responsibilities: Manage daily operations of the lobby lounge bar and in-house Starbucks Cafe, including staffing, inventory management, and quality control. Lead team members to deliver outstanding customer service and memorable guest experiences. Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration among baristas, bartenders, and serving staff. Implement and maintain high standards of service, cleanliness, and safety in both bar and cafe areas. Develop and execute innovative beverage and food offerings that align with brand standards and guest preferences. Ensure compliance with licensing laws, regulations, and safe serving practices. Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and professionally. Work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager to achieve financial goals and maintain cost control. Recruit, train, and develop team members to enhance their skills and career progression. Collaborate with the marketing team to promote bar and cafe offerings and drive revenue. Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-end hotel or independent cocktail bar/brasserie setting. Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to resolve issues diplomatically. Strong leadership qualities with a magnetic personality that inspires the team. Knowledge of licensing laws, regulations, and safe serving practices. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Excellent communication and organizational skills. High level of integrity and accountability. Benefits: Competitive salary plus benefits and Tronc. Opportunities for career development within a commercial and ambitious brand.

🍳 WEEKEND BRUNCH CHEF Chocolate Dino Bakery & Coffeehouse at Kennington Rd - £14–£16/hour plus share in service charge depending on experience Kennington | Waterloo (opening soon) | Elephant & Castle (2026) Part-time (weekends) – with option to go full-time for the right candidate 🦕 WHO WE ARE We’re Chocolate Dino Company, a proudly independent bakery & coffeehouse serving dangerously good cookies, brunch worth getting out of bed for, and specialty coffee without the flat vibes. We’ve just turned one on the high street and five as a Belgian Chocolate specialists — with 5 Great Taste Awards, a 4.9★ Google rating, and two new locations in the pipeline: Waterloo – opening later this year Flagship site in Elephant & Castle – early 2026 We’re growing, and we’re doing it our way: high quality, full personality, and a total love for what we do. 👨‍🍳 ABOUT THE ROLE We’re looking for a brunch chef who can run weekend service independently, with a focus on quality, speed, and clean execution. You’ll be responsible for: Preparing our all-day brunch menu (think French Toasts, pancakes, eggs, waffles, and cheeky twists) Managing your own prep, service and clean down Keeping standards high — we don’t cut corners Helping evolve our menu and operations if you’ve got ideas (we listen!) You’ll work mostly solo on brunch shifts, but closely with front-of-house. This is a great fit for someone who’s confident in their skills, works clean, and thrives in a small, creative environment. 🗓 SCHEDULE Saturday & Sunday shifts (mornings to early afternoon) Potential for extra weekdays or full-time if you are after more hours (but weekends are a must). 🪴 OPPORTUNITY Move into a full-time chef role across sites Get involved in menu development, kitchen scaling and team leadership Help shape how we launch our new Waterloo and Elephant & Castle kitchens 💸 PAY & PERKS £14–£16 per hour (depending on experience) Free food, coffee & cookies on shift Paid holidays & pension. Friendly, collaborative team (no egos, no shouting) Real opportunity to grow with the business 🙌 YOU BRING Brunch/kitchen experience in cafés, brunch spots or bakeries The ability to run a small kitchen solo — from prep to plate Good communication and calm under pressure Pride in food presentation and hygiene Ideas, ambition, and a good attitude

Social Media Marketing Location: London / Hybrid Company: Tov Nu Media Tov Nu Media is a creative marketing agency working with brands across hospitality, lifestyle, and beyond. We’re looking for a highly motivated, independent thinker who lives and breathes social media. About the Role: You’ll manage multiple client accounts — primarily in the hospitality industry — helping them grow through creative, strategic social media marketing. You’ll also support the Director across day-to-day agency needs and collaborate closely with our content creation team to bring campaigns to life. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and execute social media strategies for multiple clients, • Create and schedule engaging content across platforms, • Manage daily DMs, comments, and community interactions, • Track analytics and performance to improve engagement, • Support the Director in marketing initiatives and client communication, • Minimum 2 years of experience in social media management (agency experience preferred), • Highly creative with a strategic mindset, • Organised, proactive, and able to manage several brands at once, • Strong communicator with a passion for hospitality, food, and lifestyle content, • Eager to grow, take initiative, and contribute ideas

Location: Chocolate Dino Company, Kennington Road, London Hours: Saturday & Sunday (with occasional extra shifts during events or holidays) Reports to: Store Manager / Owners About us Chocolate Dino Company is a small, independent bakery-coffeehouse known for heavyweight cookies, brownies, waffles and brunch plates served with a smile. We’ve been featured in Forbes, Condé Nast Traveller and HELLO! and have built a loyal crowd who come for proper food, great coffee, and the friendly Dino vibe. The role We’re looking for a reliable, energetic weekend team member who can switch between kitchen and front-of-house as service flows. One moment you’ll be plating brunch dishes or prepping cookie dough; the next, running plates, clearing tables, or helping guests at the counter. What you’ll do Support the chef with basic prep, plating and clean-down Run food and drinks during busy brunch hours Keep the pass, counters and tables spotless throughout service Restock pastries, napkins, takeaway cups and fridge displays Help close down the shop and kitchen at end of day following checklists What we’re looking for Weekend availability both Saturday and Sunday (8 a.m.–4 p.m.) A quick, tidy worker who likes staying busy Friendly with customers and calm under pressure Some café, restaurant or kitchen experience preferred but not essential Interest in great food, coffee and cookies definitely helps What we offer £10–£13 per hour plus share in service charge - depending on your age and experience. Staff meals & unlimited coffee on shift Team discounts on all products A positive, small-team environment where you’re treated as part of the family Opportunity to grow as the Dino brand expands If this sounds like your kind of weekend hustle, drop your CV. Chocolate Dino Company

Location: Momlette – Brick Lane, London Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience About Us: Momlette is an independent, fast-growing café known for its bold British-Bengali fusion brunch and specialty coffee. We’re looking for a confident, hands-on Café Manager to lead our brick lane branch. You’ll be responsible for running the café day-to-day while working alongside the team on barista duties and front-of-house service. Key Responsibilities include: • Managing daily operations at the Brick lane café, • Leading by example on the coffee machine and the floor, • Training and supporting baristas and FOH staff, • Handling stock ordering, rotas, and supplier communication, • Maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and quality, • Overseeing daily cashing up, reporting, and cost control You should bring: • Previous experience managing a café or similar hospitality setting, • Strong barista skills and a passion for great coffee, • The ability to lead, motivate, and support a small team, • A calm, reliable and organised approach under pressure, • Flexibility to work weekends and adapt to a growing business What we offer: • Competitive salary with potential performance bonus, • Free meals and drinks during shifts, • A supportive and friendly team environment, • Opportunities to grow with the brand Sound like you? • We’d love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of the Momlette journey.

Company description Mahali & Co. is a small business and an independent collaboration between two pastry chefs originally from Sydney, Australia. With a combined total of 18 years in the culinary industry, we have worked in food establishments in Sydney, Melbourne, London, Singapore and the Philippines. With a love for pastry and experimentation (especially with an Asian flare), our bakery café takes a fresh spin on pastries. Job description What are we looking for? We are looking for a pastry chef to join our wholesale production team, who is interested in learning everything about bakery and pastry techniques. While previous pastry experience is ideal, it is not essential. We are happy to train new graduates and are looking for someone with a genuine interest in developing their skills in pastry art and who has a great work ethic. What you will be doing: • Assist in carrying out mise en place and food preparation for products we prepare in our retail kitchen (focus is venoisserie), • Finish products to a consistent high quality and standard, • Work in compliance to all UK Food Health and Safety Preparation laws, • What we are looking for:, • Someone who loves all aspects of pastry and bakery., • A team player with great organisational skills and time management – you will need to be able to multi-task, be efficient, and work in a fast-paced environment., • Someone who is discipline in prioritising cleanliness, food hygiene and minimising food wastage (adhere to FIFO, recycling, etc), • An individual eager to learn, willing to contribute with a collaborative atmosphere and will openly communicate with everyone., • *Please be aware that at this time, we can only accept applications from people who live and are eligible to work in London., • You can also send your CV and cover letter ‘Hiring Inquiry’., • Schedule: Open to discussion but to include early shifts (starting from 6am), 4-5 days a week, weekends

Job Title: Full-Time Experienced Barista / All-Rounder Location: Drury Cafe, 149 Woodberry grove N4 Pay: £12.50 per hour + service charge About Us: Drury Cafe is a warm and welcoming neighbourhood spot known for great coffee, fresh food, and friendly service. We pride ourselves on creating a relaxed yet professional environment for both our team and our customers. The Role: We’re looking for an experienced Barista / All-Rounder to join our team full-time. You’ll be a key part of the cafe’s day-to-day operations, making excellent coffee, providing great customer service, and supporting the team wherever needed. Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve consistently high-quality coffee and beverages, • Deliver friendly, attentive, and efficient customer service, • Support with food preparation and service as required, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the café and workstations, • Handle cash and card transactions accurately, • Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth daily operations What We’re Looking For: • Proven barista experience (dialing in, latte art, specialty coffee knowledge), • Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude, • Ability to multitask and work well under pressure in a busy environment, • Reliability, punctuality, and a good team spirit, • Flexibility to work weekdays and weekends as part of a rota What We Offer: • £12.50 per hour + service charge, • Full-time hours in a supportive, friendly team environment, • Opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to an independent café How to Apply: If you’re passionate about coffee, hospitality, and being part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you!

An amazing opportunity has arisen in the heart of Primrose Hill. (6mins walk from Chalk Farm Tube, 12mins from Camden Tube) The restaurant has a solid customer base and excellent reviews. We are looking for a passionate shift supervisor who has a high level of service knowledge, organisation and eagerness to advance in beautiful surroundings with excellent fresh food with a comforting atmosphere. Duty Manager rate of pay £13 p/h + service charge Our Duty Managers are responsible for supporting senior managers with various tasks, with a focus on shop vibes, customer experience and staff training, as well as opening, closing and reporting on quieter shifts. We want team players with energy and personality who genuinely care about people having a good time. Experience in a similar setting is compulsory as is a high standard of English. We have a team of brilliant people all with their own unique character who always strive to deliver excellent customer experiences, they are passionate about working for an independent and unique business, and we want you to join them. The starting salary listed can be increased dependant on experience. % of SC & tips add an extra £2.5ph on average.

PART TIME / FULL TIME HOSTS… Immediate start… Let Us Take You Somewhere… We are looking for a talented Host/Hostess to join our team at Somewhere Café, located in Harrods, Knightsbridge, London. Our front-of-house team is dedicated to creating an exceptional guest experience, and we are seeking individuals who bring energy, charisma, and a passion for hospitality. Life at Somewhere Café Somewhere Café is a place full of energy, passion, and adventure. We foster an environment where both our guests and our team feel inspired. Our commitment to outstanding service drives us, and we expect the same dedication from every team member. We invest in our people through world-class training, career development, and a culture where every voice matters. Whether you are starting your journey in hospitality or looking to grow within an internationally recognised brand, we provide the tools and support to help you succeed. What We’re Looking For • A warm and welcoming personality with a passion for delivering an exceptional guest experience., • Previous experience as a Host/Hostess in a high-end, high-volume restaurant or luxury hospitality setting., • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage reservations, guest flow, and seating arrangements efficiently., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring every guest feels valued and well taken care of., • A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to remain calm under pressure., • A team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. What We Offer At Somewhere Café, we recognize and reward hard work and dedication. Some of the benefits include: • World-class in-house training – Equipping you with the skills to excel., • Career growth opportunities – Within an internationally recognised brand., • Long-service awards – We value and celebrate dedication., • Exciting in-house incentives – Performance-based rewards., • Opportunities for growth – Across our global restaurant group., • Family meals on shift – Keeping you fuelled throughout the day., • Staff discounts – At Harrods & within our restaurant group. Join our team and be part of the Somewhere Café experience at Harrods, London. Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with us.

We're opening a brand-new independent café on the iconic South Bank – just a stone’s throw from Blackfriars Bridge – and we're on the lookout for front of house (FOH) and back of house (BOH) superstars to join our opening team. This is your chance to be part of something exciting from day one – shaping the service, culture, and experience of a fresh new space in one of London’s busiest and most vibrant neighbourhoods. ☕ We're hiring: Front of House (FOH) Baristas Floor Staff / Hosts Supervisors Back of House (BOH) Chefs (all levels) Kitchen Porters Prep & Pastry Assistants 🌿 What we're looking for: Warm, friendly, and professional attitude Passion for hospitality and great food & coffee Team players who thrive in a fast-paced environment Experience in cafés, restaurants, or hospitality (a plus, but not essential for all roles) Availability for training in late August 👌 What we offer: Competitive pay + tips A brand-new, stylish workspace Daytime hours (no late nights!) Career progression as we grow Staff meals, training & development A supportive, respectful work culture 📩 Apply Now: Send your CV and a short note about yourself Subject: Café Job – FOH or BOH – [Your Name] Be part of something from the very beginning. Help us create a local favourite on the South Bank!

We are an independent cafe looking for an all rounder chef to work 32 hours, 3 week days and half day weekends. Hours are 7am-3pm and weekends 8am-noon. You will need to be confident and able to run service, create salads and bake cookies/cakes. This position is for someone who can be a leader in the kitchen and manage two others. Stock checking, stock ordering, maintaining hygiene and level 2 is a must. We will only hire someone who has been in a similar role and can juggle multiple tasks.

About Us We are a brand-new independent coffee shop based in the heart of a beautiful village, serving high-quality coffee, delicious food, and warm hospitality to our local community. As a startup, we are looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team and grow with us. Role Overview As a Barista, you’ll be at the heart of our coffee shop, crafting exceptional drinks, engaging with customers, and ensuring they have a great experience. You’ll also help take orders, assist with warming and serving food, and keep the café running smoothly. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and other beverages to our standards, • Take customer orders at the till, providing friendly and efficient service, • Assist with warming up and serving food, ensuring presentation and hygiene standards are met, • Deliver food and drinks to tables with a welcoming and professional approach, • Keep the coffee shop clean and tidy, including the counter, tables, and equipment, • Manage stock levels, restock supplies, and alert management when needed, • Engage with customers, build rapport, and contribute to a warm, community-focused atmosphere What We’re Looking For • Passion for great coffee and customer service, • Previous experience as a barista or in a hospitality role (preferred but not essential), • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, • A friendly, positive attitude with excellent communication skills, • Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team, • Willingness to learn and adapt in a growing business What We Offer • A supportive and friendly working environment in a beautiful village setting, • A chance to be part of an exciting new independent coffee shop, • Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills

We are a small independent cafe located in the park (Island Gardens,E14).We have a big love for good coffee, tasty food and friendly service hence we are looking for an Assistant Manager to help us keep things running smoothly. Key Responsibilities: -helping to run the cafe day to day -leading shifts and supporting the team -jumping in where needed-from making coffee to helping in the kitchen (training provided) -keeping things organised with stock, orders and rotas -maintain health and safety food hygiene standards making sure our cafe always feels welcoming -handling payments and being confident using our Good Till system (training provided if needed) What we are looking for: -experience in hospitality(ideally cafe or restaurant) -a friendly positive attitude -good organisational skills and reliability -flexibility to work weekends and different shifts (openings/closings)