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  • Kitchen Staff
    Kitchen Staff
    2 months ago
    £12.5–£13 hourly
    Full-time
    Woodberry Down, London

    Full-Time Kitchen Assistant — Drury Café Woodberry Down N4 Location: Woodberry Down, N4, London Hours: Full-time (Rostered, including weekends) Start Date: Immediate About Us: Drury Café Woodberry Down is a modern, community-focused brunch café known for its fresh, seasonal dishes, great speciality coffee, and relaxed atmosphere — all served from our open kitchen. We take pride in offering high-quality food and a welcoming experience for both our guests and our team. The Role: We’re looking for a Full-Time Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team. You’ll play an important role supporting our chefs in the day-to-day running of the kitchen — from prep and plating to cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards. For the right person, there’s real potential to progress into a Breakfast Cook position, with training and mentorship provided by our experienced kitchen team. Responsibilities: • Assist chefs with food prep, plating, and kitchen setup/pack down, • Maintain cleanliness of work areas and kitchen equipment, • Handle dishwashing and general kitchen support tasks, • Ensure all food safety and hygiene standards are met, • Help the team deliver a smooth brunch service in our open kitchen, • Learn and grow towards a cooking role over time What We’re Looking For: • A positive attitude and a passion for good food, • Previous kitchen experience (preferred but not essential), • Eagerness to learn and take initiative, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure, • Reliability, punctuality, and a great team spirit, • Ambition to progress into a cook or chef role What We Offer: • Supportive, inclusive team environment, • On-the-job training and development, • Opportunity to become a Breakfast Cook, • Staff meals and great coffee, • Competitive pay, depending on experience If you enjoy the buzz of a busy brunch café and want to grow your skills in a modern open kitchen, we’d love to hear from you! 📧 Apply now with your CV and a short introduction or drop it in person at Drury Café, Woodberry Down N4.

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

    Job Description: Head Chef / Deli Manager Role Title: Head Chef / Deli Manager Reports To: Business Owner Location: Hackney Salary: £40k Focus: Operational management, food safety compliance, stock control, and active leadership on the service line. • Peak Service Leadership: Actively run the pass/service area during all peak trading hours. This includes controlling the flow of orders (in-house and Deliveroo), ensuring tickets are cleared efficiently, and setting the pace for the team., • Quality Control (QC): Actively check the temperature and presentation of all outgoing food against the Recipe Book and Assembly Instructions. Immediately correct any variances on the line., • Workflow Implementation: Directly enforce the planned Split Kitchen Strategy on busy days, ensuring the Front/Service line and the Back/Prep Kitchen communicate and operate efficiently., • HACCP & Food Safety: Act as the nominated Food Safety Lead. Ensure strict compliance with all UK Food Safety regulations, including temperature control (Fridges ≤5∘C), cross-contamination prevention, and proper storage., • Compliance Records: Full utilisation of the TRAIL APP., • System Implementation: Immediately implement and manage all new operational documentation, including the Daily Check Sheet, Open/Close Procedures, Recipe Book, and Kitchen Prep List., • Deep Clean Management: Oversee the initial professional deep clean and establish daily/weekly cleaning rotas to maintain standards across all areas (kitchen, prep spaces, public areas, and toilets)., • Stock Management: Control all stock, ordering, and deliveries. Enforce strict FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation across all fridges and dry stores to eliminate waste (especially perishables)., • Full utilisation of Seamless back office system., • Ordering & Supplier Relations: Use the Order List and Supplier List to negotiate best value and minimise complexity. Conduct Supplier Comparisons as part of a 2-6 month plan to optimise ingredient costs., • Waste Reduction: Directly address and eliminate the current issues of over-ordering and rotten food. Log and report all waste weekly., • Staff Development: Manage, motivate, and mentor the existing team (Chefs, Baristas, KPs). Cultivate a culture of high work ethic, accountability, and procedural adherence., • Performance Management: Address underperformance decisively (specifically the current issues with stock control, duty of care, and following instructions)., • Rota Management: Create efficient staff rotas to meet demand while controlling labour costs. USE ROTA APP., • Culture: While focusing on systems, the manager must ensure a professional environment that enables the Barista team to maintain the "on-brand chatty vibe." 3. Requirements & Experience • Experience: 2-5 years of relevant culinary experience, ideally at a Sous Chef level or higher, with demonstrable experience in managing and running a fast-paced service line., • Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of UK Food Safety/HACCP principles and documentation requirements., • Skills: Proven experience in stock management, inventory control, and cost reduction. Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Exceptional ability to multitask between cooking, delegation, and management., • Motivation: Must be driven by growth and profit margin improvement through meticulous operational control.

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  • AZURE DATA ENGINEER
    AZURE DATA ENGINEER
    2 months ago
    £37600–£44900 yearly
    Full-time
    Sunbury-on-Thames

    Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and architectures. You will work closely with data scientists and analysts to ensure the efficient flow of data across various platforms and systems, enabling insightful analysis and decision-making. We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our growing Data and Analytics team. This is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in data engineering who wants to develop deeper skills in Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining modern data pipelines, shaping the meta data driver architecture, and building high-quality data models that power reporting and advanced analytics across the business. Duties • Develop and maintain robust data pipelines using technologies such as AWS, Hadoop, and Spark., • Design and implement database solutions for both structured and unstructured data using Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and translate them into technical specifications., • Perform data modelling and database design to optimise performance and scalability., • Conduct data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in large datasets., • Utilise programming languages such as Python and Java for data manipulation and transformation tasks., • Implement ETL processes using tools like Informatica to ensure seamless data integration., • Write efficient SQL queries for data retrieval, reporting, and analysis., • Create documentation for data processes, workflows, and system architecture., • Employ shell scripting (Bash) for automation of routine tasks., • Build and maintain scalable data pipelines in Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric using PySpark and Python, • Support the meta driven architecture (raw, enriched, curated layers) to ensure a clean separation of raw, refined, and curated data, • Design and implement dimensional models such as star schemas and slowly changing dimensions, • Work closely with analysts, governance, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into data solutions, • Apply data governance and lineage principles to ensure documentation, traceability, and quality, • Proven experience in a Data Engineering role or similar position., • Strong knowledge of big data technologies including Hadoop, Apache Hive, and Spark., • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, VBA, and shell scripting (Bash)., • Experience with database design principles and management of relational databases (Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server)., • Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and best practices., • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets effectively., • Strong problem-solving abilities coupled with attention to detail., • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also being self-motivated. If you are passionate about working with data and have the skills required to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in driving our data initiatives forward!, • Familiarity with Agile delivery principles, • Interest in gaining the Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer certification (supported by the business), • Strong SQL and Python skills with hands-on experience in PySpark, • Exposure to Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, or similar cloud data platforms, • Understanding of Delta Lake, Git, and CI/CD workflows, • Experience with relational data modelling and dimensional modelling, • Awareness of data governance tools such as Purview or Unity Catalog, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability with strong attention to detail

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  • Hairdressers! We are rejecting £200-£300 a DAY worth of clients services
    Hairdressers! We are rejecting £200-£300 a DAY worth of clients services
    2 months ago
    £1980–£4700 monthly
    Full-time
    London

    Hairdressers !! We are rejecting £200-£300 a DAY worth of clients services Are you a skilled stylist looking for a long-term position in a successful, close-knit team? We're searching for a talented individual to join our well-established salon. Why Join Us? • We're a busy salon turning away 10-15 clients daily due to being short-staffed., • You'll be part of a stable team:, • Aurora: 19 years with us, • Bea: 7 years, • Alex: 6 years, • Terry: 14 years at a top competitor before joining us 4 months ago, • Our owner/manager has been leading the team for over 21 years. What We're Looking For: • Strong skills in cutting and colouring (primarily for ladies, but you should be comfortable cutting men’s hair too—no hardcore barbering required)., • Someone committed to a long-term role (1-2 years is not sufficient)., • A stylist with life experience, maturity, and quiet confidence to fit into our team dynamic., • You must be a good team player with some solid experience in both hairdressing and life. What You Can Earn: • Weekly earnings range from £500 to £900 based on commissions (depending on days worked and performance)., • Weekly tips: £100 to £600 on top of your pay., • Guaranteed pay and commissions from day one or shortly after, depending on performance. Next Steps: • Contact us via this ad buttons or chat., • After an initial 15-minute phone chat, we’ll arrange a face-to-face interview., • If we’re both happy, we’ll schedule a fully paid trial day to see how well you fit in the team. We value transparency and will ensure you know exactly what to expect every step of the way. If you’re ready for a long-term opportunity in a great environment, we’d love to hear from you!

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  • Client Relationship Manager (FINANCIAL SERVICES)
    Client Relationship Manager (FINANCIAL SERVICES)
    2 months ago
    £25000–£27000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Overview: The Client Relationship Manager will be responsible for building, maintaining, and developing long term relationships with clients in the financial services sector. The role requires a deep understanding of financial products and services, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver a high standard of client care. Key Responsibilities: • Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally, • Develop strong relationships with clients to understand their financial goals and provide tailored solutions, • Coordinate with internal teams to deliver consistent service and resolve client issues promptly, • Monitor client satisfaction and proactively identify opportunities for improvement, • Support business development initiatives by identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts and attract new clients, • Ensure all client interactions and records comply with regulatory and company standards, • Prepare regular reports on client activity, service delivery, and performance metrics, • Proven experience in a client relationship or account management role within financial services or a related industry, • Strong knowledge of financial products, investment solutions, or wealth management services, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with clients, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure, • Competence in CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications, • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience), • Client focused and results driven, • Professional and confident manner, • Proactive and solution oriented approach, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

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