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Senior Chef de Partie – Full Time £14.80 per hour 40–45 hrs/week We’re looking for a motivated, reliable, and ambitious Senior Chef de Partie to join a growing restaurant business. This is a hands-on kitchen role suited to a chef who enjoys responsibility, takes pride in high standards, and wants to develop their career. You’ll work directly with the Head Chef and owner in a busy kitchen environment, helping to run day-to-day operations while growing with the business. You should be: • An experienced Chef de Partie, ideally from busy pubs, small kitchens, or small teams., • Keen to step up into a leadership role, • Hard-working, dependable, and well organised, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on kitchen, • Happy to help with daily cleaning and occasional dishwashing, • Confident with hygiene, cleaning, and food safety standards, • Able to communicate well in English, • Positive, motivated, and keen to grow with a new business We offer: • £14.80 per hour, • 40–45 hours per week on contract, • Training, development, and responsibility, • Company benefits A great opportunity for the right chef to grow with a quality kitchen. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you — Thurner's could be the right place for your next step. Many thank's, Thurner's

General Manager – Italian Restaurant (Fresh Pasta Concept) 🇮🇹🍝 We are a young and ambitious Italian restaurant group, specialised in fresh pasta fatta in casa. We launched our first restaurant two and a half years ago, and after building strong foundations, we are now looking for an experienced General Manager to help us grow the business and expand the concept. This role is for someone who truly understands Italian cuisine, culture, and hospitality — not just the food, but la mentalità. The Role As General Manager, you will be responsabile dell’intera attività — front of house, kitchen, people, standards, and financial performance. You will: • Lead the whole house (FOH & BOH), • Maintain and develop exceptional service standards, • Train, mentor, and inspire the team, • Oversee hygiene, cleaning & compliance, • Work closely with ownership on growth and expansion strategy This is a hands-on leadership role, not a desk-based position. Key Requirements We are looking for a candidate with strong senior-level experience and deep operational knowledge: • ✅ Minimum 5 years in senior management, • ✅ At least 3 years in a similar Italian restaurant environment, • ✅ Extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine & cultura italiana, • ✅ Excellent command of English (Italian strongly preferred), • ✅ Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, EPOS systems, • ✅ Confident with reservation platforms, • ✅ Very strong financial acumen, • Budgeting, • Forecasting, • P&L management, • ✅ Qualified in HACCP & Health & Safety, • ✅ Personal Liquor Licence, • ✅ Proven ability to train staff to a very high standard of service, • Who You Are, • A leader, not just a manager, • Hands-on, visible on the floor and engaged with the kitchen, • Entrepreneurial, with a growth mindset, • Passionate about autentica ospitalità italiana, • Excited by the idea of helping scale a successful concept, • What We Offer, • 🔹 Ad hoc contract package for the right candidate, • 🔹 A key role in shaping the future of the company, • 🔹 Opportunity to grow with a business aiming to expand the concept, • If you feel questa posizione è fatta per te, and you want to be part of a company moving from one strong restaurant to the next stage of growth, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our brunch kitchen and help shape a focused, high-quality daytime menu. This role is for someone who loves simple food done properly - seasonal ingredients, strong flavours, clean presentation - and who enjoys building calm, organised kitchens that run smoothly during busy services. You’ll have creative input on menu development, ownership over kitchen standards, and the chance to grow with an independent café that cares deeply about food, people, and community. What you’ll be doing • Leading the brunch menu from development to daily execution, • Running service confidently during busy weekend brunches, • Managing and mentoring a small kitchen team, • Setting systems for prep, ordering, stock, and food cost control, • Maintaining excellent hygiene, consistency, and standards What we’re looking for • Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up, • Brunch / café / bistro background preferred, • Organised, calm, and hands-on leadership style, • Passion for seasonal, produce-led cooking, • Strong understanding of food costs and kitchen efficiency Why this role • Daytime hours only, • Creative freedom within a clear, focused concept, • Small team, high standards, no ego kitchens, • Opportunity to grow with a respected independent business

Senior Grill Chef de Partie – Shanghai-Me, London Shanghai-Me is a glamorous dining destination in the heart of Mayfair, part of the Fundamental Hospitality collection. Inspired by the glamour of 1930s Shanghai, our restaurant blends exquisite Asian flavours with refined service and an unforgettable setting. We are now seeking a Senior Grill Chef de Partie to join our talented kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef with excellent grill skills to grow within a luxury, high-volume environment. The Role As Senior Grill Chef de Partie, you will: • Take ownership of the grill section, ensuring consistency and excellence in every dish., • Work closely with the Sous and Head Chefs to deliver Shanghai-Me’s signature standards., • Train and mentor junior chefs within the section., • Maintain the highest levels of food hygiene and safety at all times., • Contribute to a positive, supportive and professional kitchen culture. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as a Grill Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-end, busy restaurant., • Strong knowledge of grilling techniques, cuts of meat, and Asian/modern cuisine., • A calm, hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail., • Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining impeccable standards., • A genuine passion for hospitality and culinary excellence. What We Offer • Competitive salary and service charge., • The chance to be part of a growing international hospitality group., • Opportunities for career development and progression., • Staff meals, uniform, and wellness initiatives., • A supportive and dynamic working environment in one of Mayfair’s most stylish restaurants. If you’re an ambitious grill chef looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Shanghai-Me team.

About Us We are a growing, reputable cleaning business providing high-quality cleaning services to residential and commercial clients. Our reputation is built on reliability, attention to detail, and treating our staff with respect. As demand continues to grow, we are looking for dependable Cleaning Operatives to join our team. The Role As a Cleaning Operative, you will play a vital role in delivering consistently high cleaning standards across our client sites. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working independently or as part of a supportive team. Key Responsibilities General cleaning duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitising surfaces Cleaning kitchens, bathrooms, offices, communal areas, or residential properties (depending on assignment) Ensuring all areas are cleaned to company and client standards Following health & safety guidelines and correct use of cleaning chemicals and equipment Reporting any maintenance issues or supply shortages Maintaining a professional and courteous manner at client sites What We’re Looking For Reliable, punctual, and hardworking individuals Good attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work Ability to work independently and manage time effectively Physically able to carry out cleaning tasks Good communication skills Previous cleaning experience is an advantage, but not essential – full training provided What We Offer Competitive and reliable pay Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle Paid training and ongoing support All cleaning materials and equipment provided Opportunities for additional hours and progression as the business grows A respectful, supportive working environment where your work is valued Bonus scheme for high performing cleaning operatives Future supervisor roles will be available

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At La Mia Mamma we are looking for a well experienced Pizza Chef to join our friendly team in South West London on a full time basis. The restaurant is based in Clapham Junction SW11 1NP. Our ideal candidate: • Work experience as a Pizza Chef, • Hands-on experience with baking pizza doughs, • Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and pizza oven, • Understanding of food hygiene, • Good time-management skills, • Team spirit, • Flexibility to work in shifts, including weekends and evenings Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK

Job Title: Counter Staff (Evening Shift) – Pizza Takeaway Position Type: Evening Shift Location: West Kensington Job Overview: We are looking for a friendly, reliable Counter Staff member to join our busy pizza takeaway team during evening hours. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, handle orders efficiently, and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all customers. Key Responsibilities: Greet customers warmly and take their orders at the counter Answer incoming phone calls and record orders accurately Process payments using the till (cash, card, or online order payments) Provide information on menu items, special offers, and promotions Ensure the counter area is clean, organised, and fully stocked Communicate clearly with kitchen staff to relay orders Assist with packing orders and handing them to customers Follow all hygiene and safety procedures Provide exceptional customer service at all times Requirements: Friendly, confident, and customer-focused Good communication skills (in person and on the phone) Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Basic numeracy skills for handling payments Fluent in English Reliable, punctual, and able to work evening hours Previous experience in takeaway, retail, or customer service. Must be comfortable working independently and as part of a small team Shift Details: Evening shifts (from 5pm ) exact hours to be confirmed Weekend availability required Benefits: Staff discounts on food Supportive team environment

JOB TITLE: Back Of House Team Leader JOB TYPE: Full Time (40 hours per week) PAY: £14.70 per hour (plus tips/TRONC) LOCATION: Crate Hackney Wick SUPERVISOR/MANAGER: Kitchen Lead and General Manager ROLE DESCRIPTION As a Pizza Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll support the team in delivering consistent, high-quality pizzas while keeping the kitchen running smoothly day to day. You’ll work hands-on during service, help train newer team members, and act as a point of support when the Kitchen Lead or management team aren’t around. The role involves a mix of morning, day, evening, and weekend shifts. Experience is required. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES • Support the team during service to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly., • Work on the line, including prep, oven preparation, pizza-making, and running the pass., • Help train new team members during their onboarding and day-to-day shifts., • Maintain high standards of quality, cleanliness, and organisation., • Make sure opening and closing duties are followed correctly., • Keep up to date with menu items/offerings and allergens., • Oversee the Back of House area and communicate any issues with the management team., • Assist with stock and general kitchen organisation BENEFITS • Free staff meal and a drink when working on site and staff soft drinks., • Generous staff discount package across the whole company, including both Crate sites., • A summer and winter whole-company staff party., • Cycle to work scheme., • Career development opportunities., • Employee assistance program (EAP).

We’re looking for a skilled baker who has hands-on experience working in a bakery making sourdough bread, laminating doughs, shaping viennoiseries and a good general understanding of pastry. We’re a small, collaborative team where everyone contributes and shares responsibilities across the bakery. We’re looking for someone who’s a true team player, eager to grow with us, and passionate about continually improving our craft. If you love baking, seasonal ingredients, working with local producers and want to play a part in recipe development, we’d love to hear from you. Responsibilities Mixing and shaping sourdough bread and baguettes Laminating and shaping viennoiseries Baking bread and viennoiseries Pastry work Recipe development Requirements Previous bakery experience (with sourdough and viennoiseries) A strong work ethic and attention to detail A genuine passion for baking and quality ingredients Ability to work well in a small, collaborative team Reliability and a positive attitude Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Employee discount Sick pay Store discount Application question(s): Previous experience in baking Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Location: London SW6 6BT (preferred) Work Location: In person