At Bake + Brew, we’re more than a bakery café — we’re a space that celebrates the craft of baking, exceptional coffee, matchas and vibrant hospitality. From flaky croissants to signature cakes, spuds and freshly baked sourdough, our products reflect our passion for quality and creativity. As we grow, we’re looking for a dynamic and driven Bakery Manager to lead our front and back-of-house teams, ensuring daily excellence and long-term development. The Role This is a hands-on management role where you will take ownership of the daily operations, people management, quality control, and customer experience. You’ll lead a team of bakers, baristas, and service staff, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation while maintaining Bake + Brew’s high standards. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day operations of the bakery café, including opening/closing procedures, stock control, and rota planning. - Ensure the consistent quality of baked goods, presentation, and service. - Oversee production schedules, food safety, allergen compliance, and kitchen efficiency. - Train, develop, and motivate team members, creating a positive and performance-driven culture. - Monitor KPIs including labour cost, wastage, and customer satisfaction. - Support with seasonal menu planning and new product launches. - Handle customer feedback with professionalism, turning challenges into opportunities. What We’re Looking For - Minimum 2 years’ experience in a bakery, café, or food retail management role. - Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, can-do attitude. - Knowledge of baking and food production processes (you don’t need to be a baker, but must understand quality). - Excellent communication, planning, and team-building abilities. - Familiarity with food safety, HACCP, allergen laws, and health & safety compliance. - Commercial acumen and experience managing budgets, rotas, and suppliers. - A love of good coffee, pastries, matchas and creating memorable customer experiences. What We Offer - Competitive salary based on experience Staff discounts on food, drink, and retail items - Opportunities for progression as we expand - A creative and supportive working environment - Training and development opportunities
Job overview To provide a consistent professional approach to all customers through the highest standards of product and service. To actively contribute to meeting and exceeding sales targets and profit margins. Main responsibility as customer-oriented restaurant supervisor to ensure that all restaurant operations run smoothly. The restaurant supervisor's responsibilities include overseeing the activities of restaurant staff, expediting customers' orders as needed, and maintaining good working relationships with suppliers. You should also be able to identify ways to decrease the restaurant's operational costs. To be successful as a restaurant supervisor, you should exercise effective management skills and take necessary disciplinary actions to address poor staff performance. A restaurant supervisor should be able to achieve exceptional customer service and ensure that customers have a pleasant restaurant experience. This is a full-time position that requires your consistent, year-round availability. Please apply only if you can commit to a full-time schedule on an ongoing basis. Applications with part-time availability will not be considered. We are specifically seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: breakfast service, restaurant operations, bar management, café service, event coordination, and conference support. Duties and responsibilities Costs and efficiency: To minimise wastage at all opportunities Time and manpower are appropriately allocated to planned work routines optimising efficiency and productivity To actively promote an energy efficient culture throughout the department All departmental resources are monitored and controlled in line with departmental objectives Customer relations: To liaise positively with the guest ensuring all their needs and requirements are met To ensure product knowledge on Hotel products and services is up-to-date at all times To respond in a pro-active manner to guest feedback for positive and negative comments To feedback to the sales teams in a constructive manner for service improvements To ensure personal and Team presentation is of the highest standards at all times to project a professional image to customers To support the Manager with a system of Quality Standards to ensure the Team is providing a consistent approach to customer service within the department Operational requirements Restaurant Supervisor Responsibilities: Screening, interviewing, hiring, and training restaurant staff. Managing restaurant staff's work schedules. Conducting regular inspections of the restaurant kitchen to determine whether proper standards of hygiene and sanitation are maintained. Overseeing food preparation, presentation, and storage to ensure compliance with food health and safety regulations. Checking in on dining customers to enquire about food quality and service. Monitoring inventory and ensuring that all food supplies and other restaurant essentials are adequately stocked. Monitoring the restaurant’s cash flow and settling outstanding bills. Reviewing customer surveys to develop and implement ways to improve customer service. Resolving customer complaints in a professional manner. To prepare restaurant as required to the correct standard To ensure all equipment is correctly installed and in good working order To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by the Hotel To be responsible to the prompt and efficient delivery of refreshments and meals as required by the customer To ensure the cleanliness of the department is maintained through the allocation of the duties and cleaning rosters To be responsible for the set-up, running and clearing of an event as required. To serve at private dinner functions To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times Computerised and manual storage systems are maintained in line with the Hotel procedures To adhere to all the requirements under the Food Hygiene and Liquor Regulations To ensure all maintenance issues are reported according to the Hotel procedures To undertake tasks in other departments when required Team Requirements To allocate tasks within the shift to ensure all operational requirements are met To maintain regular and effective communication within the Team by attending daily briefing sessions and departmental meetings as required To identify training needs throughout the department communicating with the Manager to meet the training need To provide coaching and on-the-job training as identified, especially for new employees To create an environment which promotes employee morale and encourages the Team to have high levels of productivity To ensure all Hotel personnel policies and procedures, and employment law are observed at all times Performance Indicators Customer Feedback Complaints and Compliments Completion of tasks on shift Team feedback 1:1 with Manager We genuinely care about people and we show this through living out our promise of True Hospitality each and every day. 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Hello! We are looking for one friendly individual to join our team as a delivery driver. You will be responsible for picking the products, loading the van and make sure everything arrives in perfect condition to our customers. Experience driving Sprinter vans is needed. You must drive safely, responsible and within the law at all times. We need someone motivated, with a good level of English and a full UK driving licence. Training will be provided. This role is a permanent position / Immediate start. Please apply with your CV and we will contact you for an interview. We are looking forward to hearing from you! All the best,
Italian Cousin Restaurant Annual Salary Starts from £ 25.500 to £ 52.000 Inc service charge and tips. Virtually 1 minute from Paddington Station. Chefs are needed at all levels. Competitive Salary. Italian Cousin background chefs are needed. We are looking for talented chefs to join our Italian Restaurant. Weekend availability is required. Proven experience in creating deliciousness and understanding of Italian cousin trends and flavours. Collaborate with the culinary team to create new recipes and explore seasonal ingredients. Preparing, cooking and plating up to the highest standards. Enforce strict food safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen. Follow all relevant Health and Safety regulations and policies. Ability to multi-task, remain calm and keep up in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle busy periods with grace. Keep workspace clean and organised. To respect the Allergen standards laid out by the law. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Team-oriented and positive approach. At least 2 years of experience is required. Contract Annual Salary Starts from £ 25.500 to £ 52.000 Inc service charge and tips. Private Pension Scheme contribution. Up to 50% off dining in all our restaurants All applicants must have a valid visa and be eligible to work in the UK.
Bar Lounge Manager Location: Holiday Inn London Kensington High Street, W8 5SP, London Reporting To: Food & Beverage Manager Overview: Holiday Inn London – Kensington High Street, one of Europe's largest Holiday Inns, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Bar Lounge Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in overseeing the operations of our lobby lounge bar and in-house Starbucks Cafe, ensuring exceptional hospitality experiences for our guests. Responsibilities: Manage daily operations of the lobby lounge bar and in-house Starbucks Cafe, including staffing, inventory management, and quality control. Lead team members to deliver outstanding customer service and memorable guest experiences. Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration among baristas, bartenders, and serving staff. Implement and maintain high standards of service, cleanliness, and safety in both bar and cafe areas. Develop and execute innovative beverage and food offerings that align with brand standards and guest preferences. Ensure compliance with licensing laws, regulations, and safe serving practices. Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and professionally. Work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager to achieve financial goals and maintain cost control. Recruit, train, and develop team members to enhance their skills and career progression. Collaborate with the marketing team to promote bar and cafe offerings and drive revenue. Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-end hotel or independent cocktail bar/brasserie setting. Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to resolve issues diplomatically. Strong leadership qualities with a magnetic personality that inspires the team. Knowledge of licensing laws, regulations, and safe serving practices. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Excellent communication and organizational skills. High level of integrity and accountability. Benefits: Competitive salary plus benefits and Tronc. Opportunities for career development within a commercial and ambitious brand.
Italian Cousin £ 12.21 - £ 15 p/h including tips contract competitive salary Up to 50% off dining in all our restaurants. 100% of tips are shared with the team. Virtually 1 minute from Paddington Station We are looking for passionate, dedicated professional and experienced waiting staff. To Greet and meet guests. To have good communication, order taking skills and good customer skills. To provide excellent customer service to guests. To respect the Allergen standards laid out by the law. You will be opening and closing the floor. Keep workspace clean and organised. Follow all relevant Health and Safety regulations and policies. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle busy periods with grace. Weekend availability is required. At least 2 years experience. All applicants must have a valid visa and be eligible to work in the UK
Important Notice for Applicants: This is a full-time position that requires your consistent, year-round availability. Please apply only if you can commit to a full-time schedule on an ongoing basis. Applications with part-time availability will not be considered. We are specifically seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: breakfast service, restaurant operations, bar management, café service, event coordination, and conference support. Duties and responsibilities : · To be proactive with contributing to the success of the department · Products and services are explained to the customer at all times to ensure the customer has the best choice available to them. · To ensure all procedures pertaining to revenue capture are up-held at all times · To minimise wastage at all opportunities · To actively promote an energy efficient culture throughout the department · To ensure all cash/floats procedures are followed by team members: all cash/floats must be counted at the start and the end of the shift and witnessed by a supervisor or manager. This must be recorded in the float/safe book provided and you must complete all relevant information. All the float must be placed in the cash till. · Positive working relationships are established and maintained with colleagues throughout the Hotel · Customer feedback, both positive and negative are responded to appropriately and efficiently · Information on customer service problems is gathered in order to improve the service offered · A positive personal image is maintained at all times · The needs of the customer are kept in balance with the needs of the organisation · All guests are received and offered assistance in a positive manner at all times · To answer all telephone calls in a polite and professional manner · Table bookings are handled according to departmental procedures · Back and front of house service areas and equipment are prepared, maintained and cleared · Bars, dining rooms and function rooms are prepared, maintained and cleared · Assistance is given in the maintenance of food displays · Glassware, crockery and cutlery are cleaned and stored in accordance with Hotel procedures · Cleaning is undertaken within the food and beverage areas as required · Dining areas are prepared according to the requirements of business · Food is served promptly, accurately and according to the standards of the department · Drink orders are taken and served following departmental procedures · Wine orders are prepared, taken and served accordingly · Customer satisfaction is monitored throughout the meal and any remedial actions taken as required · All customer feedback, positive and negative is reported to the Team Manager or Supervisor · Food and drink requisitions from kitchen and bars are dispensed according to Hotel procedures · To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by Hotel · To adhere to the Food Hygiene Regulations and Licensing Laws · To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times
Great opportunity for a Sous Chef to work in an elegant Italian gastro-pub in the heart of Acton. Restaurant is looking for someone to start ASAP Great opportunity for a Chef who wants to improve and get higher position Good knowledge and experience of Classic italian and worldwide dishes and cuisine is a must! The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including: Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks. Cooking and preparing high quality dishes. Assisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes. Sous Chef will be also responsible for the admin work such as orders, delivery organisation , temperature check and opening and closing check Settlement status and right to work in Uk is a must ! Salary: minimum £40,000.00 per year We are located w3 next to acton central station, local candidate will benefit of law travel costs and more own free time. If you live nearby don't hesitate to apply or if you don't mind traveling you have a great opportunity to embrace our lovely friendly team.