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Hello, we are looking for a part-time kitchen staff member with experience to work at our café in the SW18 area (long-term position). If you’re interested, please get in touch with us.

We’re hiring a Pizza Chef to lead our Tooting kitchen. Fast-paced, positive vibes only. ✅ What You Get: £15–17/hr (incl. service charge) 40–45 hrs/week 2 days off + 28 days holiday 🔧 What You’ll Do: Run daily kitchen ops Manage stock & train staff Keep quality & hygiene high 👊 You Are: Experienced & reliable Calm under pressure Passionate about pizza Apply now – Let’s make something great. Pizza chef – Senior chef – Kitchen leader – Immediate start – London – Italian restaurant – Wood-fired pizza

Biscuiteers is an award-winning luxury gifting brand, sometimes described as the ‘NET-A-PORTER of biscuits’. Since 2007, we’ve been on a mission to craft meaningful moments through edible works of art – thoughtfully designed and made to spark joy and deepen connections- ‘why send flowers when you can send Biscuiteers?’ Every single biscuit is lovingly made from start to finish and each one is totally individual. In 2024, we hand-iced approx. 3.0 million biscuits and delivered them to customers all over the world and we’re committed to high standards of social and environmental impact. We’re expanding our Seasonal Icing Team to help bring our 2025 collections to life—and we’d love for you to be part of it! Our Icing team is based at our Ministry at Colliers Wood, SW19 2JD. Come and learn how to Ice like a Biscuiteer, we are offering contracts starting from July 2025 until 23rd December 2025. What you will be doing … · Learn how to Ice like a pro with our 4-week training programme on industry-leading conveyor system. · Work in small supportive teams to meet production goals in our Icing Hall. · Gain hands-on experience in artisan food production. · Follow our food safety and Health & Safety standards. · Support our Dispatch Team during peak periods (based on production needs) You will need to … · A positive, reliable and punctual team player. · Willingness to learn a new skill and work in a fast paced environment. · A positive, flexible approach and be a team player. · Good communication and presentation skills. · Availability for the full contract from July until December 2025. · The flexibility to work 39 hours per week across 5 x shifts per week between Monday to Friday: Shifts of 8 hours: 7am-4pm & 9am-5,40pm. · Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene (training provided). · A love of biscuits is essential! The Recruitment Process... · Will require a screening video, followed by an assessment interview stage and a kitchen trial. These interviews will take place in July and August 2025. What we offer... We are a bunch of creative, fun-loving people who work hard, celebrate big, wanting to make Biscuiteers a really happy place to work. We genuinely care about each other and the planet. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team and what we offer to sweeten your working day, including: · Shopping- A special staff discount of 35% on all our beautiful products for you to treat your friends and family. · Food- Breakfast each day for all staff to start the day well fuelled. · Bring your friends- Our staff referral scheme offering you up to £150 per recommendation. · Social life- Our regular social activities bring us all together, including our legendary staff party, staff Christmas lunch and Biscuiteer Awards! · The Future- Automatic pension contributions after 3 months of service, with ethical investment options. · Your Health- Reduced Gym Membership offer with a local partner. The rate of pay for this role is £12.25 per hour plus a holiday pay (£13.73 per hour) What Our Team Says: “A fun, energetic environment with lots of opportunity to learn.” “The atmosphere is inclusive and welcoming.” “I’ve learned to ice biscuits really well—and made great friends along the way!”

About Us: We are an exciting, high-volume Mexican restaurant known for bold flavours, vibrant atmosphere, and top-tier hospitality. We are now looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team as we continue to grow and deliver exceptional dining experiences. ** The Role:** As Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene. This is a fast-paced, high-volume environment serving up to 300 covers daily, so strong leadership, calm under pressure, and efficient organisation are essential. ** Key Responsibilities:** Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes Oversee food preparation, stock control, ordering, and waste management Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff Maintain excellent standards of hygiene and health & safety compliance Work with the management team to develop seasonal and promotional menus Manage kitchen budgets and control food costs effectively ** Requirements:** Minimum 3 years' experience as a Head Chef in the UK, ideally in a high-volume setting Strong background in Mexican cuisine or a proven passion for Latin American flavours Excellent leadership and team management skills Experience in managing a kitchen capable of handling 300+ covers Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance standards Ability to remain calm, efficient, and positive under pressure Creativity and a commitment to quality and innovation ** What We Offer:** Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses Opportunity to shape the menu and influence the direction of the kitchen Supportive management team and a positive working environment Career progression opportunities within a growing brand

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Second Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! What will I be doing? - Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly. - Leading shifts and taking ownership in the absence of the Head Chef. - Adhering to the highest standards, including cleanliness and organising deep cleans. - Training the team alongside the Head Chef. - Completing all prep as required and taking responsibility for your workstation. - Work collaboratively in a team alongside the wider team. What are we looking for? - Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment. - Someone with a good command of English. - An excellent communicator who enjoys being part of a team! - Someone who is willing to work weekends. What’s on offer: - Working with a fantastic team in a fun environment - A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late! - There's loads of opportunities to progress to a Head Chef role as we have really ambitious expansion plans! - A competitive hourly rate including bonuses. - Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service - Full time hours - around 40 hours per week with all overtime paid for. - Holiday paid in days off or in cash. - Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities! - Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends. - Fun staff parties - we close the shops so we are all able to join together! - Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

What we offer: £12.5 to £14per hour depending on experience plus bonuses Pension scheme and incentives 28 days PA holiday pro rata Birthday bonus to enjoy your day Staff food and drinks whist on shift Full training and certificates offered Opportunities for career growth Immediate starts Flexible schedules What we require: 1 year chef or kitchen experience Hardworking and good attitude Team player Punctual and reliable Great at communicating Eager to start work and get stuck in Clean and presentable

Reggae Kitchen is a bold and vibrant Caribbean takeaway bringing the authentic flavours of the islands to the heart of the community. We’re now looking for an experienced and highly organised Takeaway Manager to oversee our busy takeaway and delivery service. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering top-quality food and friendly service every time. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the takeaway service at Reggae Kitchen. • Supervise and support takeaway staff including counter assistants, packers, and delivery drivers. • Oversee order flow from in-house and online platforms such as Uber Eats, Deliveroo, and Just Eat. • Ensure all food is prepared, packed, and presented to high standards before leaving the kitchen. • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to maintain efficiency and accuracy. • Handle customer queries, issues, and complaints promptly and professionally. • Maintain stock levels of packaging, condiments, and other takeaway supplies. • Uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards at all times. • Monitor performance of third-party delivery services and identify ways to improve service. • Work closely with senior management to develop and grow Reggae Kitchen’s takeaway offering. Requirements: • Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced takeaway, restaurant, or food delivery environment. • Confident in managing a small team with strong leadership and communication skills. • Organised, reliable, and able to stay calm under pressure. • Comfortable using delivery apps, POS systems, and managing multiple orders at once. • Passion for Caribbean cuisine and culture is a big plus. • Strong customer service skills and a proactive attitude. • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and peak trading times. Benefits: • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. • Staff meals and generous discounts on Reggae Kitchen favourites. • Opportunity to grow with a fast-rising Caribbean food brand. • Supportive and community-focused team culture. • Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes in accordance with the bars menu and standards. Manage food preparation processes, ensuring that all dishes are prepared on time and to specification. Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations. Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and inventory management. Train new kitchen staff on food production techniques and best practices. Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.

Kitchen Staff Wanted – Order Taking & Salad Preparation We are looking for a reliable and motivated staff member to join our team. The role involves taking customer orders, preparing salad boxes, and assisting with main kitchen tasks. Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential – training will be provided for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Take and process customer orders efficiently Prepare fresh salad boxes to order Support general kitchen duties and maintain cleanliness Work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Requirements: Good communication and customer service skills Ability to multitask and work under pressure Previous kitchen or food prep experience is a plus If you're hardworking, quick to learn, and enjoy working in a kitchen setting, we’d love to hear from you!