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Full-Time Indian Head Chef – Tandoor Specialist Wanted We are looking for a skilled and experienced Indian Chef to lead our kitchen team and create high-class Indian cuisine. The ideal candidate will be a master of the Tandoor oven, with excellent barbecue skills and a passion for delivering top-quality dishes. Lead and manage a team of chefs to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation. Develop and execute a premium Indian menu, including tandoori and barbecue specialties. Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety standards. Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost control. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff. Requirements: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in Indian cuisine. Expertise in Tandoor, Barbecue, and regional Indian dishes. Strong leadership and team management skills. Commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

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Taylor Bespoke has decades of experience & success in bespoke upholstery and joinery and seeking a skilled bench joiner to join our team in creating high-quality furniture. Our core expertise is in joinery and our Romford based factory is staffed with the best Industry professionals – We have completed projects on some of the finest homes and commercial premises the UK has to offer. Due to continued growth and expansion, we are seeking someone to join our dedicated team with experience of woodworking skills in high end luxury furniture and confident in working on domestic and commercial furniture, whilst having a keen eye for detail. Duties: Utilise a range of woodworking tools and machinery to cut, shape, and assemble components with precision and finesse. You will be part of a dedicated workshop team producing high quality bespoke products. Join furniture pieces according to specifications and customer requests ensuring that all works completed meet the high-quality standards set by the Company. All completed works must pass Quality Control measures. Act quickly to inform management of problems with quality or project lead times so solutions can be found, and potential issues rectified. Ability to work within in a production line, as part of a team and work towards and achieve deadlines set and switch from one order to another quickly and efficiently, while maintaining a high-quality standard of all produced. Maintenance of work area to a high standard including tools, equipment and machinery within the workshop environment. Always adhere to health and safety guidelines. Installation of works at customer locations maybe required. To be highly motivated, hard-working, reliable, punctual and happy to work within a small team. Qualifications: Have proven experience as a Bench Joiner, preferably in a high-end joinery or woodworking environment and use of a range of woodworking tools and machinery, such as saws, planers, routers, and sanders. Expertise in working with a variety of sheet material such as chipboard, ply and MDF to achieve exceptional finishes. Ability to work through high volume of production, with experience within a busy, fast-paced environment. Be extremely well organised and can control the workflow of several projects simultaneously, in a highly demanding environment. Have the ability to follow instructions and work independently, while completing goals set. Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship Commitment to upholding health and safety standards in the workshop and on-site. Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual labour Job Type: Full-time Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Joinery: 1 year (preferred)

Discover a Career That Moves You — Join QDR Network Tired of feeling stuck in a role with no clear path forward? Looking for more energy, growth, and purpose in your workday? If you’re ready to level up your career in a fast-paced, people-focused environment — QDR Network wants to hear from you. We’re expanding our team and currently seeking Sales Advisors to represent some of the UK’s most recognisable brands. You’ll be part of an engaging, face-to-face sales force that connects with customers, showcases industry-leading products, and builds real value for the companies we work with. What Makes You a Great Fit? We’re looking for individuals who are: ✔ Self-Motivated – You take initiative and own your progress ✔ Driven by Results – You set goals and chase them with purpose ✔ Open to Learning – You’re coachable, adaptable, and ready to grow What You’ll Get from Us: At QDR, your growth is our mission. Here’s what you can expect: ✅ Hands-On Training – We’ll teach you the skills you need to succeed, no experience required ✅ Personal Mentorship – Work directly with industry professionals and top performers ✅ Access to a Global Network – Meet leaders and innovators from across the world ✅ Travel Opportunities – Take part in all-expenses-paid trips to destinations like Dubai, Paris, Ibiza, New York, and more ✅ Fun, Supportive Culture – From team socials to achievement celebrations, we make work enjoyable What Happens Next? If you’re ready to step into a more rewarding role, submit your application today. If shortlisted, a member of our team will invite you to a face-to-face consultation. In this session, you’ll learn more about: 🔹 The role and expectations of a Sales Advisor 🔹 Growth opportunities within QDR Network 🔹 The well-known brands you’ll be working with ⚠️ Note: This is a performance-based opportunity, ideal for those who are passionate about personal growth and success.

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Little Dreamers Day Care Ltd

To lead and manage all aspects of the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education for children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The Nursery Manager oversees staff, maintains standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and ensures that the nursery operates efficiently and profitably, while providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, families, and staff.

Now Hiring: Senior Sous Chef (2 Positions Available) Location: ODA UPMINSTER Type: Full-Time Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE) | Paid Fortnightly Hours: 50 hours per week Are you a seasoned culinary professional ready to step into a senior leadership role? We are currently seeking two experienced Senior Sous Chefs to join our dynamic kitchen team at ODA upminster, a modern and ambitious restaurant known for high standards, seasonal menus, and a passion for quality. What We're Looking For: • Proven track record in high-end or high-volume dining, • Strong leadership, organisation, and training skills, • In-depth understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and cost control, • Passion for food innovation and maintaining consistency in service What We Offer: • Competitive salary (£40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience), • Paid fortnightly, • Full-time permanent contract, • Supportive and forward-thinking kitchen culture, • Opportunity to influence menu development and team growth Responsibilities: • Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, • Lead and train junior chefs, • Maintain high standards of hygiene and quality control, • Help manage stock levels, orders, and kitchen efficiency, • Assist in menu planning and new dish creating

Hello, we are Wholeslice, Upminster's answer to premium cocktails, unique fun-filled events and most of all, authentic Italian Neapolitan pizza! We live and breathe great pizza. All of our pizzas are created with passion, love and the best quality ingredients available. We are now looking for an additional experienced Pizza Chef to join our fantastic team. You will need to be enthusiastic about pizza, hard working and a team player. You must have strong experience as a pizza chef and be capable of running your section smoothly in an open plan kitchen. As our Pizza Chef, you will primarily be responsible for: Working alongside our Head pizza chef in making our unique contemporary dough; Preparing and plating all dishes to a consistent, high-standard; Enforcing strict health and hygiene standards in our, newly refurbished, state of the art kitchen; Keeping on top of current food trends, utilising your knowledge to assist management in developing new menu items; Although our business is going from strength to strength, we’re essentially a start-up business. Therefore it’s important that you’re an ambitious, hard-working individual who’s willing to get stuck in and get their hands dirty. Job Type: Full-time

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