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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    16 days ago
    £11–£13 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Event Chef / Cook Required Company: Island Stove Event's & Catering Location: Outdoor & High-Volume Event Catering About Us Island Stove is a high-volume event and catering operator specializing in vibrant West African cuisine. We are currently seeking an experienced and dependable Chef / Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team. Role Overview In this role, you will play a key part in food preparation and live service, ensuring all dishes meet our exceptional standards of taste, quality, and presentation in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Culinary Execution: Prepare and cook core menu offerings to standard, including West African specialties (Jollof rice, Fried rice, Suya, grilled meats), alongside fried chicken, chips, sides (plantain, coleslaw), and signature sauces., • Service Efficiency: Maintain fast, consistent production during peak service periods while managing stock, food prep, and closing station clean-downs., • Quality & Portion Control: Ensure consistent food presentation, taste profiles, and adherence to portion guidelines., • Food Safety & Hygiene: Strictly uphold HACCP standards, allergen management procedures, and temperature monitoring (cooking and hot-holding)., • Workplace Standards: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation at all times., • Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with both kitchen staff and front-of-house personnel to streamline service operations. Requirements & Experience • Proven experience in a commercial kitchen, high-volume event, festival, or catering environment., • Demonstrated ability to maintain quality and composure under high-pressure, fast-paced conditions., • Strong knowledge of West African cuisine (preferred, but not required)., • Robust understanding of food safety standards, hygienic preparation practices, and safe food handling., • Excellent punctuality, work ethic, and communication skills., • Physical stamina to stand for extended periods in an outdoor catering setup.

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  • Restaurant Manager and floor staff
    Restaurant Manager and floor staff
    2 months ago
    £35000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Clapham, Lambeth

    Restaurant Manager – La Rueda Italian Social House 📍 Clapham, London 💰 £35,000–£40,000 per year ⏰ Flexible hours – including late nights & weekends La Rueda is looking for an experienced, energetic and hands-on Restaurant Manager to join our team in Clapham. We are an Italian Social House combining great food, cocktails, music, events and a vibrant late-night atmosphere. We’re looking for someone who understands both restaurant operations and the social/nightlife side of hospitality. The role You will take responsibility for the smooth running of the venue, leading the team and making sure every guest receives an exceptional experience. Key responsibilities: • Lead and motivate the FOH team, • Manage daily restaurant operations and service, • Maintain high standards of service, cleanliness and presentation, • Drive sales, guest experience and repeat business, • Manage rotas, staffing and team performance, • Support events, DJs and late-night operations, • Work closely with the kitchen and management team, • Handle guest feedback and operational issues confidently, • Monitor stock, wastage, cash handling and costs, • Ensure licensing, health & safety and company procedures are followed What we're looking for • Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager / Assistant General Manager / Senior Supervisor, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • Excellent knowledge of restaurant service, • Confident managing busy services and late-night operations, • Commercially minded with a focus on sales and guest spend, • Calm under pressure and able to make decisions independently, • Flexible availability, particularly evenings, weekends and late nights, • Someone energetic, positive and genuinely passionate about hospitality What we offer 💰 £35k–£40k salary, depending on experience ⏰ Flexible working hours 🎶 A lively Italian social-house environment 🚀 Opportunity to grow with the business 🤝 A hands-on role with real responsibility 🍸 Work across restaurant, cocktails, events and late-night hospitality If you are a strong hospitality operator who loves restaurants, people, music and creating an atmosphere, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short introduction about yourself.

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