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About The Orangery:The Orangery at Kensington Palace offers a royally inspired dining experience, seamlessly blending history with culinary excellence. Originally designed in 1704 as a greenhouse for Queen Anne’s orange trees, The Orangery has transformed into a vibrant restaurant and terrace, serving breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea. Our menus feature signature dishes crafted with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. Role Overview:We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Waiters/Waitresses to join our front-of-house team. The ideal candidates will provide exceptional service, ensuring that every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience in our historic setting. Key Responsibilities: • Provide detailed information about the menu when asked (e.g., about portions, ingredients, or potential food allergies)., • Serve food and beverages promptly and accurately., • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely order delivery., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas., • Assist in setting up and closing down the restaurant as required. Requirements: • Previous experience as a waiter/waitress or in a customer service role is preferred., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays., • A passion for delivering outstanding customer service. Benefits: • Opportunities for professional development and career progression., • Staff discounts., • A unique working environment within the historic Kensington Palace gardens.

Waiting Staff (Bar & Grill) | The Royal Bell Location: The Royal Bell, 175 High Street, Bromley BR1 1NNType: Permanent | Full-Time & Part-Time AvailableStart Date: August 2026 Experienced Waiting Staff Required for Our Bar & GrillThe Royal Bell is a Grade II listed building reimagined as a five-storey, design-led leisure destination offering elevated service and culinary excellence across multiple spaces including: • Private Members Club, • Bar & Grill, • Pizza Restaurant, • Café, • Royal Hall Grand Ballroom, • Expansive Garden & Members' Terrace, • Event Spaces, • 14 Boutique Hotel Rooms Defined by connection, it's a place for our members to work, unwind, celebrate and belong. Where productivity meets party, ideas meet action, and connections aren't incidental they're inevitable.We're looking for experienced Waiting Staff to join the team in our Bar & Grill. Serving premium, seasonal food alongside an extensive drinks offering, this is a fast-paced restaurant environment where exceptional service is just as important as exceptional food.This is not an entry-level position. We're looking for confident hospitality professionals with previous experience working in quality restaurants, premium pubs, hotels or similar table-service environments. You'll be passionate about great food, knowledgeable service and creating memorable guest experiences from the moment guests arrive until they leave.You'll work closely with our kitchen and bar teams to deliver smooth, professional service while helping to create the welcoming, high-quality atmosphere that defines The Royal Bell.

The newly opened Blue Note in Covent Garden is looking for a experienced chefs the partie to join it's ranks Especially interested in cooks who want to develop their career and grow with the business as we have multiple venues opening under the same roof. Contemporary cuisine with American flare hosting over 500 guests every night of the week. Evening shifts, staff meals, uniform & competitive salary inc. full holiday pay with TRONC

Bar Tender | The Royal Bell Location: The Royal Bell, 175 High Street, Bromley BR1 1NNType: Permanent | Full-Time & Part-Time AvailableStart Date: August 2026 Experienced Bar Staff Required for Innovative Hospitality ConceptThe Royal Bell is a Grade II listed building reimagined as a five-storey, design-led leisure destination offering elevated service and culinary excellence across multiple spaces including: • Private Members Club, • Bar & Grill, • Pizza Restaurant, • Café, • Royal Hall Grand Ballroom, • Expansive Garden & Members' Terrace, • Event Spaces, • 14 Boutique Hotel Rooms Defined by connection, it's a place for our members to work, unwind, celebrate and belong. Where productivity meets party, ideas meet action, and connections aren't incidental—they're inevitable.We're looking for experienced Bar Staff to join our team across our premium hospitality spaces. From expertly pouring a perfect pint to crafting classic cocktails and delivering exceptional guest service, you'll play a key role in creating memorable experiences for every guest.This is not an entry-level position. We're looking for confident, personable bartenders with previous experience in quality pubs, bars, restaurants, hotels or members' clubs. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your work and genuinely enjoy engaging with guests.Whether serving busy weekend crowds, members enjoying a drink after work, hotel guests or private events, you'll help maintain the high standards of service and hospitality that define The Royal Bell. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to the highest standard., • Produce a range of classic cocktails, premium spirits and draught products with consistency and attention to detail., • Deliver friendly, knowledgeable and engaging customer service at all times., • Develop a strong knowledge of our drinks menu, wines, beers and spirits to confidently make recommendations and upsell., • Maintain a clean, organised and fully stocked bar throughout service., • Process orders accurately using our EPOS system., • Follow licensing laws, Challenge 25 procedures and all company policies., • Support private events, weddings and member functions as required., • Work closely with the floor and kitchen teams to ensure a seamless guest experience. What We're Looking For • Previous bar experience within a quality pub, cocktail bar, restaurant, hotel or similar hospitality environment., • Confidence serving premium drinks and producing classic cocktails., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • A positive attitude with a strong team ethic., • The ability to remain calm, organised and efficient during busy service periods., • High standards of personal presentation and professionalism., • A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and busy trading periods. What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate plus generous tips., • Staff meals whilst on duty., • Employee discounts across The Royal Bell., • Ongoing training and development., • Opportunities to progress within a growing hospitality business., • The chance to be part of one of South East London's most exciting hospitality destinations. If you're passionate about great drinks, exceptional service and working within a premium hospitality environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Sous Chef – The Perry Hill Pub, Catford £15–£17 per hour + tronc Full-time / Permanent The Perry Hill is a busy independent pub in Catford, South East London, serving fresh, seasonal pub food alongside a strong events and functions business. We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. This would suit someone who enjoys cooking with fresh ingredients, is confident leading a busy service, and wants to be part of a friendly, independent pub. The role You’ll work closely with the Head Chef across regular pub services, busy weekends, Sunday roasts, functions and events. You’ll help keep the kitchen organised, support the team and take charge when the Head Chef is away. Typical responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes from fresh ingredients, • Leading services and maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation, • Supporting and developing junior members of the kitchen team, • Planning prep for regular services, functions and larger events, • Helping with ordering, stock control and rotation, • Managing portions and reducing food waste, • Maintaining food safety, allergen and hygiene standards, • Contributing ideas for seasonal dishes and specials, • Working closely with the front-of-house team to keep services running smoothly What we’re looking for Ideally, you’ll have previous experience as a Sous Chef or be a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in a fresh-food pub, restaurant or similar kitchen. You should be: • Confident cooking with fresh ingredients and working across sections, • Able to lead a busy service with a calm, organised approach, • Supportive of your team and clear in your communication, • Reliable, practical and comfortable taking responsibility, • Familiar with ordering, stock management and controlling waste, • Confident with food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Happy working evenings and weekends as part of a rota, • Interested in producing good-quality, straightforward pub food Experience with Sunday roasts, functions and high-volume services would be particularly useful. Hours & pay £15–£17 per hour plus a share of tronc. This is a permanent, full-time position, including evenings and weekends as part of a rota. We’re happy to discuss the working pattern with the right person. About The Perry Hill The Perry Hill is an independent neighbourhood pub in Catford with a large garden, busy food trade and a strong calendar of events, parties and functions. We focus on creating a relaxed, welcoming pub while still taking the quality of our food and service seriously. If you enjoy fresh cooking, take pride in running a good service and want to help lead the kitchen in an independent pub, we’d love to hear from you.

Restaurant Supervisor (Bar & Grill) | The Royal Bell Location: The Royal Bell, 175 High Street, Bromley BR1 1NN Type: Permanent | Full-TimeStart Date: August 2026 Restaurant Supervisor Required for Premium Bar & GrillThe Royal Bell is a Grade II listed building reimagined as a five-storey, design-led leisure destination offering elevated service and culinary excellence across multiple spaces including: • Bar & Grill, • Pizza Restaurant, • Café, • Royal Hall Grand Ballroom, • Expansive Garden & Members' Terrace, • Event Spaces, • 14 Boutique Hotel Rooms Defined by connection, it's a place for our guests to work, unwind, celebrate and belong. Where productivity meets party, ideas meet action, and connections aren't incidental—they're inevitable.We're looking for an experienced Restaurant Supervisor to lead the floor within our Bar & Grill. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a busy, premium hospitality environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences.Working closely with the Restaurant Manager and senior management team, you'll lead service from the front, support and develop the waiting team, and ensure every guest receives warm, knowledgeable and professional hospitality.We're looking for someone who doesn't just supervise service—they raise the standard of it.Key Responsibilities • Lead the restaurant floor during service, ensuring every shift runs smoothly and efficiently., • Supervise, motivate and support the front of house team, leading by example at all times., • Deliver exceptional guest experiences, resolving feedback and service issues professionally and confidently., • Ensure food and drinks are served to the highest standards of presentation and service., • Coordinate with the kitchen and bar teams to maintain excellent communication and smooth service., • Train, coach and develop waiting staff, helping to build a knowledgeable and high-performing team., • Monitor restaurant presentation, cleanliness and organisation throughout every shift., • Support rota management, team briefings and shift planning alongside the Restaurant Manager., • Ensure all food safety, licensing and health & safety procedures are followed., • Assist in achieving labour, sales and guest satisfaction targets through effective floor management., • Complete opening and closing procedures including cash up What We're Looking For • Previous experience as a Restaurant Supervisor, Senior Waiter/Waitress, Floor Supervisor or similar leadership role within a quality restaurant, premium pub or hotel., • A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences., • A confident and approachable leader who enjoys coaching and developing others., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure., • Strong food and beverage knowledge with the confidence to make recommendations and drive sales., • A hands-on approach with a willingness to support every area of the restaurant when required., • Professional presentation and outstanding communication skills., • Must be able to work evenings, weekends and key trading periods. What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Generous tronc, • Staff meals whilst on duty., • Employee discounts across The Royal Bell., • Ongoing training and development., • Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing hospitality business., • The opportunity to play a key role in one of South East London's most exciting hospitality destinations. If you're an experienced hospitality professional ready to take the next step in your career and help shape an exceptional dining experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Head Chef – Job Description Turkish English Speaker (40-45K) Position Summary The Head Chef oversees all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, efficient workflow, and compliance with hygiene standards. This role leads menu development, cost control, and the training and performance of the kitchen team. Key Responsibilities • Manage daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service flow, • Maintain food quality, presentation standards, and portion control, • Lead, train, schedule, and supervise the kitchen team, • Oversee stock management, ordering, and cost control, • Ensure full compliance with hygiene, HACCP, and food safety regulations, • Develop new dishes, seasonal menus, and specials, • Collaborate closely with FOH and management teams, • Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment Skills & Requirements • Proven experience in professional kitchen management, • Strong leadership, communication, and team‑building skills, • Solid knowledge of HACCP and food safety procedures, • Experience in menu development and cost control, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain organisation

Responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality Mediterranean dishes while maintaining exceptional culinary standards. Expertise in creating authentic recipes inspired by Mediterranean flavours, including grilled meats, fresh seafood, mezze, salads, pasta, and traditional regional specialities. Skilled in food preparation, menu development, stock management, and maintaining strict food hygiene and safety standards. Committed to using fresh ingredients, delivering consistent quality, and providing an outstanding dining experience through creativity, attention to detail, and efficient kitchen operations.

Job Title: Line Chef Location: STAKEHAUS, Covent Garden About Us: STAKEHAUS is all about simple, delicious, quality steak – cooked to perfection, served fast, and always with a smile. We're looking for a friendly and hardworking Line Chef to join our team at our Seven dials market food hall kiosk. The Role: As a Line Chef at STAKEHAUS, you’ll be responsible for: Cooking our signature steaks to medium rare perfection (training provided). Prepping ingredients and keeping the kitchen running smoothly. Working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Maintaining high food hygiene and safety standards. Bringing good vibes and a great attitude to the team! Who You Are: A team player with a positive attitude. Keen to learn and grow your skills in the kitchen. Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Passionate about good food and great service. No previous steak experience? No problem – if you’re willing to learn, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Perks: Competitive pay + bonus scheme. Full training and development opportunities. Free steak on shift (because obviously). A fun, supportive team with a love for what we do. Interested? Drop us a message! We can’t wait to meet you! 🔥🥩

We are seeking a friendly, high-energy, and professional Server to join our hospitality team. As the face of The Garden Bistro Bar, you will play a critical role in shaping the guest experience. The ideal candidate is someone who genuinely enjoys interacting with people, can maintain a calm and positive demeanor during busy shifts, and thrives in a multicultural workplace. Whether you are serving a quick coffee or a multi-course dinner, your goal is to ensure every guest leaves with a smile.Key Responsibilities • Warm Welcome: Greet guests immediately upon arrival with a friendly smile and assist with seating., • Expert Knowledge: Develop a deep understanding of our food and drink menu (including our specialty coffees and craft cocktails) to provide informed recommendations and answer guest questions., • Order Accuracy: Efficiently take food and beverage orders using our POS system, ensuring all special dietary requirements or allergies are communicated clearly to the kitchen and bar., • Service Delivery: Deliver dishes and drinks promptly and gracefully, ensuring the presentation meets our high standards., • Table Management: Monitor your assigned tables proactively—refilling drinks, clearing plates, and ensuring guests have everything they need without being intrusive., • Payment Processing: Handle bills and guest transactions accurately and professionally, including the management of tips., • Cleanliness & Setup: Maintain the aesthetic of the bistro by keeping service stations, tables, and dining areas spotless throughout the shift., • Collaborative Spirit: Support your colleagues in the kitchen and behind the bar to ensure a seamless "one-team" operation. Required Skills & Attributes • Exceptional Communication: Fluent in English with the ability to engage warmly with a diverse range of international and local guests., • Multitasking Mastery: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple tables simultaneously during high-pressure "rush" periods., • Professionalism: A polished appearance and a reliable, punctual work ethic., • Cultural Awareness: A natural comfort working within a mixed-culture team and an appreciation for diverse working styles., • Physical Stamina: Ability to remain on your feet for long shifts and move quickly and safely through a busy dining environment., • Positive Attitude: A "can-do" mindset that looks for solutions and contributes to a happy, energetic workplace culture. What We Offer • A supportive and inclusive work environment where you are treated with respect., • Opportunities to learn from expert bartenders, baristas, and chefs., • A beautiful, garden-inspired workspace that stands out from the typical restaurant setting., • Competitive pay and a fair system for distributing tips., • The chance to be part of a growing brand that values staff input and creativity.

We are looking for experienced, reliable, and hardworking Chef de Parties and Senior CDPs to join our busy, high-volume kitchen team.What we offer:Excellent rates of pay + service charge (tronc)50% off food & drink across Gaucho RestaurantsReal career progression to Sous Chef and beyondWhat we need:Proven experience in a fast-paced, busy kitchenReliability, strong work ethic, and ability to handle pressure.Apply today for an immediate interview!

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Osteria Teatro is a new Italian bar and restaurant offering food, cocktails and private events. We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Assistant Manager to help lead the venue and support its continued growth. You will work closely with the owner and take responsibility for leading shifts independently, maintaining high standards and ensuring every service runs smoothly. You will be visible on the floor, support the bar and coordinate closely with the kitchen, while helping to create a welcoming experience that brings guests back. Responsibilities • Lead busy services while working actively on the floor and supporting the bar., • Open and close the venue, brief the team and ensure the restaurant is ready for service., • Take responsibility for guest experience, resolve issues professionally and build relationships with regulars., • Coordinate the floor, bar and kitchen to maintain an efficient service., • Support rotas, stock control, ordering, cash reconciliation and team training., • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and food and drink service., • Help convert enquiries into bookings and deliver well-organised private events., • Identify and implement practical ideas to improve bookings, repeat visits and sales., • Use quieter periods productively to train the team, improve the venue and follow up on opportunities. About you • Experience as an Assistant Manager, Duty Manager or strong Supervisor in a similar bar or restaurant., • A track record of leading shifts independently., • Confident table-service skills and a good understanding of bar operations., • A professional, reliable approach and the ability to lead by example., • Commercial awareness, including staffing costs, stock waste and the connection between service and sales., • Initiative, sound judgement and a willingness to take responsibility., • Availability to work evenings and weekends. This role would suit someone who enjoys combining hospitality with management, values meaningful responsibility and is excited to help a growing venue succeed. How to apply Please send your CV and briefly answer the following questions: 1. Which comparable venue have you worked in, and what were you personally responsible for?, 2. Tell us about a shift you ran without the owner or General Manager present., 3. Give one example of an improvement you made to service, sales, bookings, costs or team performance, and describe the result.

Chef de Partie – The Perry Hill Pub, Catford £14.50 per hour + tronc 25 hours per week, with potential for additional hours Permanent / Part-time The Perry Hill is a busy independent pub in Catford, South East London, serving fresh, seasonal pub food alongside a strong events and functions business. We’re looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This would suit someone who enjoys working with fresh ingredients, can handle a busy service, and wants to be part of a friendly, independent pub rather than a large chain operation. The role You’ll work as part of our kitchen team across regular pub services, busy weekends, Sunday roasts, functions and events. Typical responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes from fresh ingredients, • Running your section confidently during busy services, • Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation, • Preparing for functions, parties and larger events, • Following food safety, allergen and hygiene procedures, • Helping with deliveries, stock rotation and kitchen organisation, • Keeping your section clean and well organised, • Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team, • Supporting other sections when required What we’re looking for Ideally you’ll have previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef in a fresh-food pub, restaurant or similar kitchen. You should be: • Comfortable working with fresh food, • Confident during busy services, • Reliable and organised, • Able to work well as part of a team, • Familiar with food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Happy working evenings and weekends as part of a rota, • Interested in producing good-quality, straightforward pub food Experience with functions, Sunday roasts and high-volume services would be particularly useful. Hours & pay £14.50 per hour plus a share of tronc. The role is initially around 25 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours depending on availability and business levels. We’re happy to discuss the working pattern with the right person. About The Perry Hill The Perry Hill is an independent neighbourhood pub in Catford with a large garden, busy food trade and a strong calendar of events, parties and functions. We focus on creating a relaxed, welcoming pub while still taking the quality of our food and service seriously. If you enjoy fresh cooking, busy services and working in an independent pub where you can become part of the team, we’d love to hear from you.