349 Best innovation Jobs in Kingston Upon Thames (November 2026)

Job Ref: COL1276 Branch: Bushy Park Location: Bushy Park, Teddington Salary/Benefits: up to £40,000 per annum plus Bonus Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 48 Posted date: 01/10/2026 Closing date: 01/11/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our Bushy Park café is a beloved destination for locals and visitors, serving expertly baked goods, handmade pastries, specialty coffee, and quality food made with care. We're looking for a talented and creative Head Baker to take charge of our on-site bakery, producing exceptional breads, pastries, and sweet treats, while also developing exciting seasonal products to be featured across the wider Colicci business. If you have a passion for artisan baking, an eye for detail, and love experimenting with seasonal flavours, we want you on our team! What You'll Be Doing: • Leading the bakery team – ensuring consistency, training junior bakers, and inspiring creativity., • Baking with passion – crafting a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, and sweet treats using traditional methods and high-quality ingredients., • Developing new seasonal products – creating limited-edition bakes to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients across Colicci's locations., • Managing production & stock – overseeing ordering, stock take, entering stock, and stock reconciliation to maintain efficiency and reduce waste., • Ensuring excellence in hygiene & safety – upholding the highest kitchen and food safety standards., • Collaborating with the Head Chefs & General Managers – ensuring our bakery offerings stay exciting, innovative, and commercially successful. What We're Looking For: • A passionate & skilled Baker – with expertise in artisan bread and patisserie., • A creative innovator – excited to experiment with flavours and develop seasonal products that set us apart., • A natural leader – experienced in team management, training, and mentoring junior bakers., • An organised & efficient operator – experienced in ordering, stock take, stock entry, and stock reconciliation., • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected, • A detail-oriented professional – ensuring precision in every bake., • A fast-paced operator – able to deliver high volumes while maintaining quality. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary + performance bonus – your success is rewarded., • No late nights - many of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - choose a menu item of your choice., • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business., • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites., • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives., • Proud to be a London Living Wage Employer Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* Ready to Lead Something Special? We'd love to hear from you. Nestled in the historic Bushy Park, The Pheasantry cafe resides amongst stunning woodland. We have looked to reflect the nature and atmosphere of the surrounding parkland within the cafe interior.

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Pokie & Roll

Front of House Waiting Staff

9 hours ago

Part-time

Kingston upon Thames

Pokie & Roll is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic candidate that will have the following responsibilities: • Serve customers over counter, • Deal with delivery orders, • Ensure serving area is clean, • Aspects of stock inventory The ideal candidate should have the following characteristics: • Be able to deal under pressure, • Excellent team spirit and communication skills, • Eagerness to learn and pick up new skills, • Be innovative and contribute to efficiency in working Sushi making experience is preferable

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Urban Pubs & Bars Ltd

We are on the hunt for some exceptional and creative talent. Are you a Head Chef looking to take the next step in their career? We are looking for a Head Chef who has a great range of experience working at gastro pub food level. Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company. Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 by Nick Pring and Malcolm Heap and has since expanded to an estate of over 52 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. ‍ Our ethos focuses on acquiring the best sites in the right locations and recruiting exceptional talent who are as passionate about food and drink as we are. Establishing the right offer and investing in the right areas is key, whilst devoting time and attention to the team that operates those sites is a major part of that investment. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards. Most recently, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' at the Pub Do you love working with only fresh ingredients and enjoy leading a kitchen to delivering great dishes enjoyed by all? Do you wish to add your distinctive creative flare to our pub classics and new innovative dishes? Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company ! Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for. You Are: • An enthusiastic, dynamic and qualified Head Chef who is ready for a new challenge., • Able to demonstrate your experience of working with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus., • Able to demonstrate experience of working in a professional kitchen showing a clear understanding of Health and Safety., • Able to show a proven track record of managing the kitchen and controlling stock and GP., • Someone with a background of dealing with high volume., • Able to show technical skill and attention to detail, • Able to spot and resolve problems efficiently., • Confident in your communication skills and ability to lead and motivate their teams. What's in it for me: • Competitive salary + bonus, • Be part of a brand new opening, • Training and development, • Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner, • Get out and about, you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants, • Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times, • Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral, • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us, • Cycle to work scheme Interested in hearing more? Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic!

The Horseshoe - Head Chef - Hampstead - Fresh Food On the menu, our all-day food offer focuses on seasonality and sharing - from small plates to hearty gastropub classics - while weekends are all about Saturday brunch and stunning Sunday roasts. Behind the bar you'll find the best of London's craft beer scene, classic cocktails, small-batch gins and artisan wines. Located opposite Balham station, we're the perfect spot for a few pints, a quick bite, or dinner with friends and family, and our street-side terrace is made for al fresco drinking and dining. We are on the hunt for some exceptional and creative talent. Are you a Head Chef looking to take the next step in their career? We are looking for a Head Chef who has a great range of experience working at gastro pub food level. Do you love working with only fresh ingredients and enjoy leading a kitchen to delivering great dishes enjoyed by all? Do you wish to add your distinctive creative flare to our pub classics and new innovative dishes? You Are: • An enthusiastic, dynamic and qualified Head Chef who is ready for a new challenge., • Able to demonstrate your experience of working with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus., • Able to demonstrate experience of working in a professional kitchen showing a clear understanding of Health and Safety., • Able to show a proven track record of managing the kitchen and controlling stock and GP., • Someone with a background of dealing with high volume., • Able to show technical skill and attention to detail, • Able to spot and resolve problems efficiently., • Confident in your communication skills and ability to lead and motivate their teams. What's in it for me: • Competitive salary + bonus, • Be part of a brand new opening, • Training and development, • Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner, • Get out and about, you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants, • Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times, • Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral, • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us, • Cycle to work scheme Interested in hearing more? Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic! Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company ! Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for.

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Caprice Holdings

Pastry Chef De Partie

Bacchanalia, situated in Berkley Square in Mayfair, is a culinary haven celebrated for its avant-garde approach to gastronomy, elegant ambiance, and commitment to culinary mastery. As a beacon of innovative dining, Bacchanalia offers a curated experience that fuses creativity with timeless elegance that is inspired by the ancient Greco-Roman feasts of old. Walking inside transports you to another world as you are surrounded by dazzling statues designed by Damien Hirst, as well as 2,000-year-old pieces. We are currently seeking a proficient and creative Pastry Chef de Partie to join our esteemed kitchen team. As a Pastry Chef de Partie, you will play a central role in creating exquisite pastries and desserts that elevate the dining experience for our guests. If you have a passion for pastry, a keen understanding of baking techniques, and are committed to culinary excellence, we invite you to bring your pastry expertise to the forefront at our restaurant. Key Responsibilities: • Execute and oversee the preparation of a variety of pastries and desserts., • Collaborate with the culinary team to contribute to the creation and refinement of enticing dessert offerings., • Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards., • Assist in inventory management, ordering, and maintaining quality control of pastry ingredients., • Mentor and train junior kitchen staff, contributing to the development of a cohesive culinary team., • Actively participate in menu development, bringing forward ideas for continuous improvement. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or in a similar role in a high-end restaurant or luxury establishment., • Strong understanding of various pastry and dessert techniques., • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality culinary standards., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair) & The Ivy Collection -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000 -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses -Private medical and life assurance for senior leaders -Employee Assistance Programme -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions 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.

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PEAKBAR

Field Sales & Promotions Representative

Field Sales & Promotions Representative We are looking for an energetic, ambitious, and confident Field Sales & Promotions Representative to join our rapidly growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys meeting new people, building relationships, and wants a role where the harder you work and the more you sell, the more you can earn. You will be working out in the field, visiting shops, warehouses, wholesalers, and other business locations, introducing our product range, developing new accounts, and building long-term relationships with customers. The Role This is a hands-on, field-based sales position. You will be responsible for visiting businesses within your assigned area, speaking directly with owners, managers, and buyers, presenting our products, and turning new opportunities into sales. We are looking for someone proactive and motivated who isn't afraid to walk into a new business, start a conversation, and build a relationship. Uncapped Commission & Bonuses Your earning potential is uncapped. In addition to your base salary, you will have the opportunity to earn: • Commission on every qualifying item you sell, • No commission ceiling – the more you sell, the more you can earn, • Additional yearly performance bonuses on top of your base salary and commission There is no fixed limit on the amount of commission you can earn. This makes the position ideal for someone who is ambitious, competitive, and wants their earnings to reflect their performance. Career Progression This isn't just a field sales position – we're looking for people who want to build a career with us. As a rapidly expanding company operating across the UK we expect plenty of opportunities for talented people to progress as the business grows. Strong performers may have opportunities to develop into positions involving: • Senior sales and account management, • Territory and regional management, • Sales team leadership, • Business development, • Training and mentoring new sales representatives, • Wider management opportunities within the company We want people who can grow alongside the business, and we believe in recognising and rewarding strong performance. Key Responsibilities • Visit shops, warehouses, wholesalers, and other prospective business customers., • Introduce and explain the company's products to potential customers., • Generate new business and convert opportunities into sales., • Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing accounts., • Identify new sales opportunities within your assigned territory., • Conduct face-to-face promotional activity and provide product information., • Gather feedback and useful market information., • Keep accurate records of visits, leads, customers, and sales activity., • Provide regular updates to management on your activity and results., • Work towards individual sales targets and performance goals., • Represent the company professionally while working in the field. Working Hours • 5 days per week also can do part time, • Approximately 6 hours per day, • Primarily field-based What We're Looking For Previous sales or field-promotion experience is an advantage, but it is not essential for the right person. Training and support can be provided. We're looking for someone who is: • Confident and comfortable approaching new people, • Friendly, professional, and persuasive, • Hungry to earn and motivated by commission, • Ambitious and interested in progressing their career, • Self-motivated and capable of working independently, • Reliable and punctual, • Target-driven and enthusiastic about sales, • Comfortable travelling between different business locations, • Able to communicate clearly and build relationships quickly, • Positive, energetic, and resilient What We Offer • Competitive base salary, • Uncapped commission, • Commission on every qualifying item sold, • Yearly performance bonuses, • Training and ongoing support, • Clear opportunities for career progression, • Opportunity to progress into senior sales and management positions, • A fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing business, • The opportunity to directly benefit financially from your own performance Job Type: Field Sales / Promotions Schedule: 5 days per week, approximately 6 hours per day also can do part time Work Location: Field-based If you're ambitious, confident, motivated by earning potential, and looking for an opportunity where your performance can directly influence both your income and career progression, we'd like to hear from you.

Scott's Richmond, nestled in the picturesque Richmond-Upon-Thames, is an exquisite dining destination celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, warm ambiance, and commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. As a beacon of culinary excellence, Scott's Richmond offers a menu featuring the finest dishes, set within an inviting atmosphere. Scott’s Richmond captures the splendour of the original concept in Mayfair and brings it to the stunning banks of the Thames in Richmond, just outside central London. We are currently seeking a dedicated and ambitious Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade. As a Chef de Partie, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the high culinary standards that define our restaurant’s reputation. If you possess a passion for precision in the kitchen, a deep understanding of culinary techniques, and a commitment to culinary excellence, we invite you to bring your culinary expertise to our esteemed establishment. Key Responsibilities: • Execute and oversee the preparation of dishes in your assigned section, ensuring quality and consistency., • Collaborate with the kitchen team to create and refine menu items, demonstrating creativity and innovation., • Maintain a clean and organized work station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards., • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring the smooth operation of the culinary team., • Assist in inventory management, ordering, and quality control of ingredients., • Contribute to menu development and bring ideas for continuous improvement. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or a similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel., • Strong understanding of various cooking techniques and cuisines., • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality culinary standards., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000 -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees -Employee Assistance Programme -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions 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

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CIRCA Waste

Waste Collection Van Driver

Location - Jobs across London Vehicle - Medium wheel base van and caged tipper Pay - £15.45 per hour, rising to salary after 3 month probation Hours - 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, Weekends from time to time. Contract - Permanent after probation period. About CIRCA Waste CIRCA Waste is a registered waste management business based in Southwark. We clear and collect waste across London and send as little as possible to landfill. We work in an award winning, circular closed loop system with our sister companies, Tree Brothers and ORNA Group, to turn overlooked resources into valuable new assets. Our circular system is supported by Kings Trust, Southwark Council, Innovate UK, Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership, UCL and LSBU. Our business group has a young, dynamic team, driven by sustainability and impact. We are growing fast, and there is a real opportunity to build with us. The role You will be the face of CIRCA Waste on the road. You will drive to client sites across London, load waste safely, and take it to the right place for reuse, recycling or disposal. A typical day: 1. Start of shift, vehicle walkaround check, load-securing kit and tools., 2. Plan your route, allow for London traffic, ULEZ and congestion zones., 3. Arrive early, aim for 15 minutes before each job. Call the client on arrival., 4. Provide customer service, listen, ask questions, load safely and stack efficiently., 5. Keep records, complete waste transfer notes. Get the client's written OK before any extra work or cost., 6. Close, thank the client and confirm the job with the Operations Manager. Full training on CIRCA's job checklist is given in your first week. What we look for • A genuine team player with a commitment to sustainability, • Confident, safe driving in busy London traffic, • Clear communication by phone, text and in person, • A friendly, professional manner with clientsPunctual and good at managing your time, • Calm under pressure when plans change or problems come up Essential requirements • Full UK Category B driving licence, held for at least [2] years, with no more than [3] points, • Experience driving a van in central London, • Fit to do manual handling — lifting heavy and bulky items safely, • Right to work in the UK, • Willing to work some weekends from time to time. Nice to have: • Knowledge of waste Duty of Care and waste transfer notes (training given if not), • Previous work in waste, removals or deliveries You will wear PPE and a CIRCA uniform, both provided. You will also sign and follow our Health and Safety policy. Pay and what we offer • £15.45 per hour during a 3-month probation, • Salary can be discussed after you pass probation, • All working time is paid, including vehicle checks and paperwork, • Uniform and PPE provided, • Room to grow in a young, values-led business, • Work across CIRCA, Tree Brothers and ORNA Group on real circular-economy projects

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AXL Logistics

Long Distance Courier (Take Van Home)

1 month ago

£3000–£4500 monthly

Full-time

Hounslow West, Hounslow

Join our team as a Long Distance Courier, operating as a subcontractor. We offer immediate starts and flexible shifts available 24/7 to fit your lifestyle. What We Offer: • Company van and insurance provided.(You will be allowed to take van home), • Opportunities for owner-drivers with their own van or car., • Earn competitive rates; current couriers are achieving approximately £700-£1200 net per week., • Reliable weekly payments, every Friday. Requirements: • A valid full UK driving license is essential., • Must possess a UK passport. Become part of a dynamic, fast-growing logistics company. This role offers the flexibility and rewarding earnings you're looking for in your courier career.

Business Development Manager

We are looking for an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for new & experienced sales professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities and contributing to company growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business, managing existing client relationships and achieving agreed sales and revenue targets. Job Responsibilities • Identify and develop new business opportunities in London UK., • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients., • Generate leads through networking, referrals, market research, cold calling and other business development activities., • Arrange and conduct client meetings, presentations and sales negotiations., • Develop tailored proposals and quotations for prospective clients., • Manage the sales pipeline and maintain accurate records using CRM systems., • Meet and exceed agreed sales and business development targets., • Work closely with internal teams to ensure a high level of customer service and successful work., • Provide regular reports and updates on business development activity and performance. We are looking for someone who is: • New & Experienced in business development, sales or account management., • Confident communicating with clients at all levels., • Commercially aware and target-driven., • Excellent at building and maintaining professional relationships., • Strong in negotiation and presentation skills., • Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently., • Comfortable using Microsoft Office. RSR Builders Offer • Competitive salary of £33,000–£43,000, depending on experience., • Sponsorship., • Attractive commission/bonus scheme., • 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays., • Company pension scheme., • Training and professional development opportunities., • Career progression within a growing business., • Supportive and collaborative working environment., • Company benefits and incentives.

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