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Join the team at Willa Foods, where we produce high-quality, chef-made meals in our fast-paced production kitchen. We’re looking for a hands-on Packing Team Leader to lead our packing team, keep the line running efficiently, and make sure every meal is packed to the right quality and food safety standards. Work along side other Packing Team Leaders. What You’ll Do • Lead and support the packing team during daily production., • Organise the team and keep the packing line running efficiently., • Make sure meals are packed accurately and to the correct specification., • Monitor quality, presentation and packing standards throughout the shift., • Ensure food safety, hygiene and cleaning procedures are followed., • Identify and resolve issues quickly to keep production on track., • Work closely with the Production Manager and wider production team., • Set a strong example and help create a positive, productive working environment. What We’re Looking For ✅ Previous experience leading a team in food production, manufacturing, packing or a similar fast-paced environment. ✅ Confident managing people and keeping a team focused and productive. ✅ Strong attention to detail — quality and accuracy matter here. ✅ Comfortable working to production targets and deadlines. ✅ Good understanding of food safety and hygiene. ✅ A hands-on, team-first attitude — you’ll be working alongside the team, not just supervising them. ✅ Reliable, organised and able to stay calm when production gets busy.

**Head Pizza Chef – The Tiger, Camberwell - Fresh Pizza | Independent London Pub | Urban Pubs & Bars ** The Tiger is a proper South London pub sitting right in the heart of Camberwell. A lively neighbourhood favourite with bags of character, it's a place built around great food, good drinks and the kind of atmosphere that keeps people coming back. From after-work drinks and laid-back lunches to packed-out weekends and late nights, The Tiger is a pub that knows how to have a good time – and food is a big part of what we do. We're now looking for a talented Head Pizza Chef to take ownership of our pizza kitchen and help us deliver seriously good, freshly made pizzas. We're part of Urban Pubs & Bars, one of London's fastest-growing independent hospitality groups, and we're looking for someone who knows their dough, loves great ingredients and wants to put their stamp on the food offer at one of Camberwell's best-loved pubs. THE ROLE This is a hands-on role for a Head Pizza Chef who is passionate about pizza and takes real pride in what leaves the kitchen. You'll be leading the pizza operation day-to-day, making sure the dough is right, the prep is organised and every pizza leaving the pass is consistently brilliant. You'll be responsible for: • Preparing and working with fresh pizza dough, • Dough fermentation, stretching and shaping, • Delivering consistently excellent pizzas during busy services, • Leading, training and developing the kitchen team, • Maintaining quality, presentation and consistency, • Managing prep levels, ordering and stock, • Controlling food costs and minimising wastage, • Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards, • Working closely with the General Manager and wider team, • Bringing ideas and creativity to the pizza menu WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're looking for an experienced Pizza Chef, Senior Pizza Chef or Head Pizza Chef who is confident working with fresh dough and understands what makes a genuinely great pizza. You'll be organised, passionate about fresh food and comfortable working at pace. You'll know how to keep standards high when the orders start flying in and you'll enjoy developing the people around you. Most importantly, you'll care about the details – from the dough and ingredients through to the final pizza hitting the table. You'll ideally have: • Strong experience working with fresh pizza dough, • A good understanding of dough preparation and fermentation, • Experience working in a busy, high-volume kitchen, • A passion for fresh, quality ingredients, • Strong organisation and leadership skills, • Experience with stock, ordering and food-cost management, • Excellent food hygiene standards, • The ability to train and develop junior chefs, • A positive, hands-on approach to running a kitchen WHY URBAN PUBS & BARS? We're a 100% fresh food business and we're serious about the quality of what comes out of our kitchens. Urban Pubs & Bars is one of London's fastest-growing independent pub, bar and restaurant groups, with an ever-growing collection of brilliant venues across the capital. We were also recognised at the 2026 Publican Awards for Best Food Offer across an estate of 50+ sites, and we're continuing to invest in our kitchens, our food and – most importantly – our people. We don't believe in cookie-cutter pubs. Every venue has its own personality and its own local following, and we give our chefs the opportunity to make a genuine impact. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? • Competitive salary, • Tronc and service charge, • 30% staff discount across Urban Pubs & Bars, • Career development and progression, • Training and development opportunities, • Supplier trips and experiences, • Refer-a-friend rewards, • Company-wide parties and events, • The opportunity to grow with one of London's most exciting hospitality groups If you know your dough, love great pizza and want to take the lead in a busy South London kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join us at The Tiger, Camberwell.

Brunch Chef to run the pass and lead our brunch menu. We're a new, quirky, modern brunch spot built around eggs done brilliantly, with bold flavours and plates that look as good as they taste.You'll own the kitchen during service: cooking to a consistently high standard, keeping the line moving at peak weekend rush, and helping shape specials as the menu grows. This is a hands-on role for someone who loves the energy of brunch and takes pride in a perfectly poached egg.

Lead Chef — No22 Kitchen & Bar Streatham, London No22 is an independent kitchen and bar bringing together great food, good company and community. Our menu combines European favourites with subtle Caribbean influences, serving everything from brunch to evening meals and food for private events. We’re looking for a reliable, organised and passionate chef to take the lead in our kitchen and become the main point of contact for all kitchen enquiries. THE ROLE This is a hands-on position in a small business. You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, working independently on some shifts and alongside a part-time chef throughout the week. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes consistently to a high standard for regular service and events., • Managing all food ordering, liaising with suppliers and checking deliveries., • Planning preparation and stock levels around bookings, normal service and upcoming events., • Controlling food costs, managing portion sizes and keeping waste to a minimum., • Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, safe storage, cleaning and allergen management., • Keeping food safety records accurate and up to date., • Coordinating with the owners and front-of-house team on kitchen enquiries, dietary requirements and event arrangements., • Organising the part-time chef’s preparation and service tasks to keep the kitchen running smoothly., • Contributing ideas for seasonal dishes, menu improvements and event menus. ABOUT YOU We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their cooking and is comfortable taking ownership of a small commercial kitchen. You should have: • Ideally, at least three years’ experience cooking in a commercial kitchen, with experience leading shifts or taking responsibility for service., • The confidence to manage preparation and service independently., • Experience with food ordering, stock rotation, portion control and waste management., • A strong working knowledge of food hygiene, temperature controls, cross-contamination prevention and allergens., • Good organisation and communication skills, with a calm approach during busy periods., • Availability for the agreed rota, including weekends and occasional evening events. QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE • Level 2 Food Safety in Catering, or equivalent training and demonstrable knowledge., • Level 3 Food Safety in Catering would be an advantage, given the responsibility for overseeing the kitchen., • Up-to-date allergen awareness training., • A professional cookery qualification, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, is welcome, although strong practical experience is equally valued., • Experience with brunch, European or Caribbean-inspired cooking, and catering for private events would be beneficial. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV and a short introduction explaining your kitchen experience and why you’d like to join No22.

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Senior Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 75p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. We're buzzing to be opening our 11th Yard Sale Pizza in South East London's Hither Green in November 2023. Bringing our award-winning handmade, hand-delivered pizzas to this stunning neighbourhood! We'll be serving up London's ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our amazing team of drivers through our in-house delivery service, with seats for dine-in customers. What will I be doing? • You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills, • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Adhering to exceptionally high standards - including cleanliness., • Working with a fast-paced kitchen team. What are we looking for? • Someone with excellent experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • A great team player who loves to work within a team with great interpersonal skills., • Someone with a good command of English., • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer... • Competitive rates paid hourly with bonus incentives in place., • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • Full time or part time hours available and all overtime paid for. * Loyalty incentive - extra 75p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service., • Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities., • Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens., • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

Please inbox hearteats uk on instagram or TikTok . asap if you would like a job trial or interview. You will get a response asap. Heart Eats is looking for enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individuals to join our growing team! We serve delicious Jamaican and Caribbean food and are looking for people who are passionate about food, customer service and working in a busy market environment.Job Title: Food Stall Assistant / Kitchen AssistantLocation: Brixton Market, Popes Road, LondonWorking Days: Tuesday – SaturdayOpening Hours: 8:00am – 6:00pmHours: part-time available/ full time available Shifts to be discussedPay: To be discussed, depending on experience and responsibilities.Main Duties and Responsibilities● Providing friendly and welcoming customer service.● Serving customers and taking food orders accurately.● Assisting with food preparation and plating meals.● Keeping the food stall, kitchen equipment and work surfaces clean and tidy.● Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.● Restocking food, drinks, containers and other supplies.● Helping with setting up and packing down the stall.● Following food hygiene, health and safety procedures.● Handling cash and card payments when required.● Working efficiently during busy periods and supporting other team members.● Helping to maintain the quality and presentation of our food.What We’re Looking For● Someone reliable, punctual and hardworking.● A friendly, positive attitude and good communication skills.● Someone who can work well as part of a team.● The ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor market environment.● Someone willing to learn, take instructions and show initiative.● Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service is an advantage, but a willingness to learn is important.● A good understanding of food hygiene is desirable.What We Offer● The opportunity to work with a growing local food business.● A friendly and supportive team environment.● Hands-on experience in the food and hospitality industry.● An opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience.How to ApplyIf you are interested in joining the Heart Eats family, we would love to hear from you!Please send a message expressing your interest,

AMBITIOUS CDP REQUIRED FOR NEW PROJECT - FERAL - AT JOHN THE UNICORN Peckham, London | £15.50 | 30-35 hours a week. IMMEDIATE START New Opening at Peckham’s John the Unicorn, FERAL a louder, looser take on Italian comfort food from LARDO. Giant arancini, proper lasagne and our signature Folds: golden pockets of dough packed with fillings like slow-cooked beef, smoked cheddar and horseradish, with gravy for dunking. Familiar, generous, messy, Italian-ish. Food you want to eat in a pub, with a drink close by. We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our opening kitchen team, working with head chef Marta Sandini, whose experience includes Hiša Franko, Luca and Naughty Piglets. The job • Run your section confidently, from prep through a busy service., • Cook consistently, taste everything and care about what leaves the kitchen., • Keep your section clean, organised and well stocked., • Work closely with the team on prep, stock rotation and waste., • Help shape how a new kitchen works from the beginning. You’ll bring • Experience as a CDP, or as a strong commis ready to step up., • Good cooking skills, sound food hygiene knowledge and attention to detail., • A calm head, a sense of humour and a willingness to get stuck in., • An interest in generous, flavour-led cooking. Italian kitchen experience is welcome, but isn’t essential. What’s on offer • £15.50 and 30-35 hours a week. Initially Thurs-Sun but hours will grow as we do., • The chance to join an opening team and make your mark., • Hands-on experience with a talented head chef and an independent restaurant team.

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.

BURGER CHEF – PINKY We’re looking for an experienced Burger Chef to join the opening team at Pinky, our new burger bar. This is a hands-on role for someone with strong experience cooking burgers in both restaurant and high-volume takeaway environments. You’ll understand that a great burger operation is all about consistency, speed and attention to detail — every burger leaving the kitchen should be exactly as it was designed. You’ll be expected to follow recipes, cooking methods, portioning and service protocols precisely, while keeping your section exceptionally clean, organised and ready for a busy service. Pinky has an open, counter-style setup, so this isn’t a kitchen where you disappear behind the scenes. You’ll be cooking directly opposite guests sitting at the counter. We want someone comfortable talking to people, with good conversational skills and a genuine sense of natural hospitality. What we’re looking for • Extensive burger/grill experience, • Experience in both restaurant and takeaway/delivery environments, • Excellent attention to detail and consistency, • Ability to follow exact recipes, specifications and service protocols, • Fast, clean and highly organised during busy services, • Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen standards, • A genuine team player with a positive attitude, • Confident and comfortable working in front of guests, • Good conversational and communication skills, • Someone who naturally enjoys hospitality and making people feel welcome We’re building Pinky around great burgers, great drinks, music and personality. We want chefs who understand that even in a fast, casual environment, the details matter and hospitality should never feel transactional. If you’re proud of what you cook, enjoy a fast-paced service and like being part of the atmosphere rather than hidden away from it, we’d like to hear from you.

🔥 HEAD CHEF – Pinky's, BALHAM 🔥 £46,000–£50,000 per year + benefits Immediate Start Available Pinky’s Oriental Diner is looking for a talented, driven and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen and become a key part of our growing team. We’re all about comfort food, warm personality and seriously good food. We’re looking for someone who can take ownership of the kitchen, lead from the front and help us maintain consistently high standards as we continue to build the Pinky’s Oriental Diner brand. What we’re offering: • Salary from £46,000–£50,000 per year, depending on experience • 50% staff discount when dining with us • Additional staff benefits • A senior position with real responsibility and influence • The opportunity to work with an exciting, creative Asian-inspired menu • Supportive and ambitious management team • Opportunity to grow with the business We’re looking for someone who: • Has strong experience as a Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef ready to step up • Is confident leading, training and motivating a kitchen team • Has excellent organisation and kitchen management skills • Understands food cost, stock control, ordering, GP and waste management • Maintains excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards • Can deliver consistently during busy services • Has a genuine passion for unique flavours and creative food • Is reliable, hands-on and comfortable taking full ownership of the kitchen ⚡ This is an urgent position and we are looking for the right person to start immediately. If you’re ambitious, passionate about food and looking for a Head Chef role where you can genuinely make your mark, we’d love to hear from you. 📍 Pinky's – Balham, London 💷 £46,000–£50,000 per year + benefits 🚀 Immediate start Apply now with your CV and availability for an interview.

Venue Manager – Pinky Burger Foundry Hospitality Group is looking for a friendly, energetic and highly organised Venue Manager to take care of the day-to-day running of Pinky Burger, our new burger, cocktail and karaoke concept in Balham. This isn’t a traditional restaurant management role. Pinky has a deliberately simple food operation, QR-code ordering, a dedicated bar person and support from our Operations Manager. What we need is someone who can take ownership of the venue and make sure every shift runs brilliantly. You’ll be responsible for opening and setting up the venue, keeping it clean, organised and looking great, welcoming guests, overseeing the floor and QR ordering system, coordinating with the kitchen and bar, managing the private karaoke room and making sure the atmosphere stays fun, friendly and well controlled. Most importantly, we’re looking for personality. You should genuinely enjoy meeting people, be confident talking to guests and have the sort of presence that makes people feel welcome from the moment they walk through the door. You don’t need years of restaurant management experience. You might currently be a supervisor, duty manager, assistant manager or an experienced front-of-house person ready to take the next step. Hospitality experience is important, but attitude, reliability, organisation and personality matter just as much. You’ll have the support of Foundry Hospitality’s Operations Manager, while having plenty of autonomy to make Pinky a great neighbourhood venue. The right person will be: • Warm, outgoing and naturally welcoming, • Reliable and highly organised, • Comfortable taking responsibility for a venue, • Experienced in hospitality, bars, restaurants or similar, • Happy working in a lively, informal environment, • Hands-on — willing to jump in wherever needed, • Confident managing busy evenings and late-night trade, • Someone who takes pride in keeping a venue spotless, organised and ready for service This is a great opportunity for someone looking for their first venue management position without stepping into the complexity of running a large traditional restaurant.