Lusitânia Restaurant, a proud ambassador of Portuguese gastronomy in London, is looking for an experienced and motivated Head of Front of House to lead our service team and ensure a top-quality experience for our guests. 📍 Location: London, United Kingdom 📅 Employment Type: Full-time | On-site ⸻ 1. Guest Experience Management Greet and interact with guests to ensure satisfaction. Resolve customer complaints or service issues. Maintain ambiance (lighting, music, cleanliness, table settings). 2. Staff Supervision & Scheduling Hire, train, and manage FOH staff (servers, hosts, bartenders). Create and manage staff rotas/schedules. Conduct team briefings and performance reviews. Ensure staff follow dress codes and service standards. 3. Operations Oversight Monitor reservations and seating plans. Manage waitlists, table turnover, and walk-ins efficiently. Ensure cleanliness and readiness of dining areas and restrooms. 4. Sales & Service Efficiency Encourage upselling and ensure consistent service quality. Monitor tips, check accuracy of orders, and maintain POS systems. Handle cash-outs and end-of-day reconciliations (if applicable). 5. Health, Safety & Compliance Enforce health and safety regulations (e.g., food hygiene, fire safety). Conduct regular checks and address hazards or non-compliance. Ensure accessibility and adherence to guest safety protocols. 6. Collaboration with Back of House Coordinate with kitchen staff to manage food running and wait times. Communicate special requests, allergies, or large group needs. Support smooth handoffs between service and kitchen. Key Skills Required Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills Leadership and team motivation Organizational skills (scheduling, inventory, shift planning) Calm under pressure and adaptable to busy environments Financial awareness (budgets, sales targets, margins) Success Indicators High guest satisfaction and repeat business Low staff turnover and strong team morale Efficient table turnover with minimal wait times Smooth service even during peak hours Positive reviews and minimal complaints
What to expect from the role ● Hands on experience in maintaining spaces, appliances, and equipment. ● Learning how to organise, multitask and manage time. ● Learn on the job regarding the best practices in cleaning and maintenance tasks. ● Exposure to the facilities department and its various responsibilities. Responsibilities ● ● Perform maintenance tasks like fixing broken furniture, changing the light bulb and inspecting faulty appliances or equipment. ● Ensure the plants are watered and trimmed. ● Regularly wash the windows and clean glass surfaces with care. ● Responding to complaints and resolving the issues of the employees. ● Ensure all the electrical appliances are functioning properly. ● Performing regular checks on the safety systems like fire alarms, smoke detectors, fuse box and so on. ● Installation of new equipment or appliances needed. ● Inspect problem areas and ensure the necessary steps are taken to solve them. ● Regularly check and maintain the ventilators and thermostat. ● Keep the supplies stocked and maintain an inventory and database. ● Coordinate with other workers and perform tasks. ● Update the authorities with weekly and monthly reports.
light on the common is a busy neighbourhood restaurant in Wimbledon village serving great homemade food. the Job entails mainly washing up, putting away deliveries, some food preparation and keeping the kitchen clean.
Full Time position making smoothies, milkshakes, coffees, helping light food oreparation clearing and serving tables washing pots and plates,.. making sure kitchen is cleaned at all times according to standards
Light On the Common is a well regarded neighbourhood restaurant in Wimbledon village. We are looking for a full time waiter/ess to join our amazing team and to perform some supervisor shifts. You must have at least one year’s relevant experience, be customer focused, smiley, lead by example, be proactive, have barista and bar experience, be punctual, hard working and fun to work with. £16-17 per hour
A lovely Family based in Shirley ,Croydon in London are seeking a reliable Au pair/babysitter to help care for 2 children aged 6 & 11 . The role would suit a candidate who can go with the flow and who is also happy and experienced caring for children aged 6- 11. The au pair /Babysitter is required to work 27.5 hours a week hours per week Monday to Friday accomodation for you to live with the family with your own room and bathroom . 7 - 9 am & and then 3.30 - 7 pm . The candidate should be a reliable and experienced all-rounder with a positive and flexible attitude . Must have great references. Candidates should be a reliable and experienced all-rounders with a positive and flexible attitudes. Must have great references. To apply for this role you must; Be eligible to work in the UK Have a valid passport Hold a valid driving licence Have a valid DBS police check Have excellent contactable references Have 1+ years experience working i as an au pair or babysitter in a private home or childcare setting . . Responsibilities of the Au pair /babysitter Taking and collecting children from School preparing various age-appropriate activities General tidying /Light housework making sure they are always happy and safe ready for school /Creche Taking and collecting children from School preparation of meals for the children making sure the children are always safe and happy
Join Our Chango Family in Wimbledon! ☕🥟 At Chango, we’re passionate about two things: Argentinean empanadas and great coffee—and we love sharing both with our community! We’re a tight-knit, multicultural team that takes pride in creating warm, welcoming experiences for everyone who walks through our doors. Our Wimbledon shop located in the Village is buzzing with energy, and we're on the lookout for a talented and enthusiastic Barista - Team Member to join our crew! Barista/Team Member Position As a Chango Team Member, you’ll be the heart behind the counter—crafting delicious coffee, serving tasty empanadas, and making our customers feel right at home. What you’ll be doing: - Preparing and serving high-quality coffee ☕ - Offering friendly, knowledgeable service to every customer - Supporting with light food handling (heating empanadas) - Keeping the workspace clean and organized - Creating a welcoming vibe for guests and team members alike What we're looking for: - Solid experience and confidence working with specialty coffee - A passion for delivering excellent customer service - A proactive attitude and ability to multitask - Someone reliable, punctual, and team-oriented - Weekend availability is a must And of course… a love for empanadas! 🥟❤️ Details: - Job Type: Part-time/Full Time - Shifts: Weekdays/Weekends - Pay: from £12.21/hour If you love great coffee, warm empanadas, and being part of a vibrant team, we want to hear from you! Come join the Chango crew in Wimbledon—where flavour meets community.
Job Opportunity: Chef Join our passionate team and make a difference! Position: Café Cook Hours: 35 hours per week. Location: Earlsfield, SW17 Are you a skilled cook with a passion for fresh, high-quality food? We are looking for a motivated Café Chef to join our team and contribute to our social enterprise, providing excellent customer service and workplace opportunities. About the Role As a Café Chef, you will prepare and serve freshly made breakfasts, Brunch, light lunches, cakes, and snacks. You’ll work closely with the owners to maintain a high standard of food quality and customer experience. Your role will also include supporting the development of menu ideas and maintaining kitchen hygiene standards. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality breakfast, lunch, and snack options for eat-in and takeaway customers. Cook to order in a fast-paced café environment while maintaining excellent presentation and taste. Engage with customers, responding to feedback to enhance their experience. Assist in menu planning and introducing new dishes to attract customers and boost revenue. Maintain high hygiene standards, ensuring all areas, including fridges and freezers, are kept clean and well-organized. Monitor and record fridge and freezer temperatures daily. Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation according to food hygiene regulations. Minimise food wastage and keep track of inventory. Maintain and report issues with kitchen equipment to the Owners. Comply with all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations. Person Specification: Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a café, restaurant, canteen, or pub kitchen. Strong cooking skills with a flair for high-quality food preparation. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A proactive and motivated approach, with the ability to work under pressure. A positive, customer-focused attitude with a passion for food. Good time management and the ability to multitask effectively. Desirable: Food Safety & Hygiene and Understanding Allergens qualifications. Personal Qualities: A results-driven approach with a commitment to high standards. A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and contributes to a positive workplace. Customer-focused, professional, and proactive in problem-solving. Eager to learn and take advantage of development opportunities. Why Join Us? Work in a friendly and supportive team with a strong community focus. · If you’re ready to bring your Chef skills to Toast Stores and be part of something fresh and exciting, we’d love to hear from you!
Light On the Common is a well regarded neighbourhood restaurant in Wimbledon village. We are looking for a full time waiter/ess to join our amazing team. You must have at least one year’s relevant experience, be punctual, hard working , proactive and fun to work with. £15-16 per hour
Role: Licenced Conveyancer Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Location: Streatham Times: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (Hybrid working) Licenced Conveyancer – job role A great Licenced conveyancer opportunity has come to light and our client are a reputable name when it comes to conveyancing matters and are currently looking for conveyancing assistants to be part of their successful team. Duties · You will deal effectively with clients and third parties over the telephone, in written correspondence and occasionally face to face, in order to provide advice and assistance · You will be responsible for chasing various documentation, ID, mortgage offers and searches · You will ensure that you and junior team members keep any third party web sites up to date in real time in line with third party requirements · You will ensure our clients and introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times to ensure we receive excellent feedback and repeat business · You will prepare the necessary documentation as required with the conveyancing process in line with our policies and procedures · You will prepare the completion packs for the accounts department, to include completion statements and invoices · You will deal with Post Exchange matters as directed by your team manager · You will be responsible for completions on the day of completion · You will ensure that you and junior team members comply with all company policies and procedures ensuring breaches do not occur, should a breach occur you will help to rectify this immediately · Any other administrative duties required to assist your team and other teams should the need arise Essential skills · At least 2 years solid experience working as a Conveyancing fee earner · Strong administrative skills gained in an office environment · Excellent attention to detail · Good telephone manner · Conversant in Microsoft office · Highly organised · Willingness to learn new skills · Experience of using a case management system · Confident in building and maintaining business relationships through excellent communication and service delivery