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  • Receptionist
    Receptionist
    10 hours ago
    £15.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Receptionist - Ambassadors Clubhouse Salary - up to £15.50 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a similar role Ambassadors ClubHouse are seeking a Receptionist to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Ambassadors Club House Named after the Sethis’ maternal grandfather, a former Indian Ambassador, the restaurant will take inspiration from his summer house in Dalhousie (formerly part of Punjab) and North India’s abandoned party mansions, as well as the founders’ own Punjabi heritage. The menu focuses on the cuisine of undivided Punjab. Culinary traditions and rare regional recipes will be showcased with a menu featuring classic papads, chaats & bitings, lesser-known kebabs cooked across the tandoor, sigri and tawa; curries cooked in cast-iron karahis and clay matkas, pilaus, biryanis, tandoor-roasted breads, and classic desserts. An all-day drinks list brings guests through lunch to dinner to late-night party, with a focus on tequila and mezcal cocktails blended with regional produce. Highlights include a selection of ‘Punjabi Margaritas’ all made with exotic north Indian fruits and citrus and paired with chaat masala spiced salts. Encapsulating the traditions of Punjab where hospitality and generosity are celebrated through the sharing of fine liquor in abundance. The dining room features a maximalist central bar with a gold dome, booth seating and counter dining while the lower ground floor will feature a drinking and dining space, alongside a DJ booth, open until late. The Position As Receptionist, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: • Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom;, • Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service;, • Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    1 day ago
    £15.95 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Ref: 13416 Branch: The Lampery - Seething Lane London Location: The Lampery, London Salary/Benefits: £15.95 per hour plus overtime, service charge and excellent company benefits Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: Flexible Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 04/08/2026 Closing date: 15/09/2026 Why join Apex Hotels? You'll be welcomed into Apex Hotels with genuine warmth as you join us as a Chef de Partie in London. From your very first day, you'll be part of a team that truly cares, where people feel valued, included, and connected. We love individuality - it's what brings the spark, the curiosity, and the human touch to every interaction. You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: • 29 days holiday, • Training and development from day one, • Employee events and celebrations, • Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP, • Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools, • Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working., • Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme, • Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date., • £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team., • Contributions to a pension plan. Following your first successful 3 months, you'll also receive ...... • Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform "Treat Yourself Here", unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family., • Involvement in our employee recognition schemes, • Long service recognition, • Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two, • 50% discount in our restaurants, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family, • Spa treatments and product discounts, • Life Assurance cover Role Overview: As a Chef de Partie,you will be responsible for delivering a high level of food to all our guests. Working in the Kitchen you will help maximise revenue through first class food preparation and delivery. You will embrace every opportunity to create exceptional food for our guests and provide a personal experience our guests will want to share. Joining the dedicated Kitchen department, you will: • Be passionate about food, preparing and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to Company standards, ensuring guest satisfaction at all times, • Work simultaneously with all Kitchen team members in a friendly manner offering an infectious smile and collaborative approach, • Have extensive knowledge of our menus and food offerings, • Assist the management team in the control of all food supplies and purchases coming in and going out of the kitchen, using date labelling processes., • Adhere to all food safety and health and safety guidelines You will embrace every opportunity to create extra special moments for our guests and provide a personal experience our guests will want to share. About you: As a Chef de Partie, we ask that you take pride in your work and have a willingness to learn. You will have a real passion for food, and you will have excellent attention to detail in order to provide consistent standards. This is a vital role in the function of the hotel and ultimately one that they will remember the most. You will be great at multi-tasking, you will be efficient at solving all guest enquiries and requests with ease. On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, giving you the skills, knowledge and confidence to be a great Chef de Partie. With this in mind, we are looking for a Chef De Partie who: • Previous experience at Commis Chef or Demi Chef De Partie level is essential., • Previous experience in a hotel or restaurant environment is essential., • Can deliver excellent standards, • Uses initiative, • is self-aware and able to evaluate their own work, • has a customer service attitude, • has the ability to multi-task and organise a variable work load, • provides excellent attention to detail, • holds a genuine desire to provide a Warmer Welcome to our guests Come and join our team, guided by our values of trust, friendliness, teamwork, and passion - the good stuff that makes hospitality feel effortless. Here, you'll shine in your own way, creating joyful moments that lift the everyday. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

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  • Senior Receptionist
    Senior Receptionist
    7 days ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Senior Receptionist - Ambassadors Clubhouse Salary - up to £17 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a similar role within a large quality restaurant Ambassadors ClubHouse are seeking a Senior Receptionist to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Ambassadors Club House Named after the Sethis’ maternal grandfather, a former Indian Ambassador, the restaurant will take inspiration from his summer house in Dalhousie (formerly part of Punjab) and North India’s abandoned party mansions, as well as the founders’ own Punjabi heritage. The menu focuses on the cuisine of undivided Punjab. Culinary traditions and rare regional recipes will be showcased with a menu featuring classic papads, chaats & bitings, lesser-known kebabs cooked across the tandoor, sigri and tawa; curries cooked in cast-iron karahis and clay matkas, pilaus, biryanis, tandoor-roasted breads, and classic desserts. An all-day drinks list brings guests through lunch to dinner to late-night party, with a focus on tequila and mezcal cocktails blended with regional produce. Highlights include a selection of ‘Punjabi Margaritas’ all made with exotic north Indian fruits and citrus and paired with chaat masala spiced salts. Encapsulating the traditions of Punjab where hospitality and generosity are celebrated through the sharing of fine liquor in abundance. The dining room features a maximalist central bar with a gold dome, booth seating and counter dining while the lower ground floor will feature a drinking and dining space, alongside a DJ booth, open until late. Ambassadors Clubhouse is the UK’s first Punjabi restaurant to hold a Michelin star. The Position As Senior Receptionist, you be responsible for providing a warm and genuine welcome to our guests, delivering an exceptional standard of service and memorable customer experience, and you will continually lead and inspire the front of house team to do the same. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: • Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom;, • Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service;, • Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

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  • Breakfast Chef
    Breakfast Chef
    3 days ago
    £15.95 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Ref: 13430 Branch: The Lampery - Seething Lane London Location: The Lampery, London Salary/Benefits: £15.95 per hour plus service charge, paid overtime and excellent company benefits Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: 05:30 - 14:00 / 07:00 - 15:30 Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 07/08/2026 Closing date: 18/09/2026 Why join Apex Hotels? You'll be welcomed into Apex Hotels with genuine warmth as you join us as a Breakfast Chef in London. From your very first day, you'll be part of a team that truly cares, where people feel valued, included, and connected. We love individuality - it's what brings the spark, the curiosity, and the human touch to every interaction. You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: • 29 days holiday, • Training and development from day one, • Employee events and celebrations, • Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP, • Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools, • Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working., • Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme, • Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date., • £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, you'll also receive ...... • Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform "Treat Yourself Here", unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family., • Involvement in our employee recognition schemes, • Long service recognition, • Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two, • 50% discount in our restaurants, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family, • Spa treatments and product discounts, • Life Assurance cover Starting your Journey: As a Breakfast Chef, you will be responsible for delivering a high level of food to all our guests. Working in the Kitchen you will help maximise revenue through first class food preparation and delivery. You will embrace every opportunity to create exceptional food for our guests to provide a personal experience our guests will want to share. Joining the dedicated Kitchen department, you will: • Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and employee lunches to Company standards, ensuring guest satisfaction at all times, • Work simultaneously with all kitchen team members in a friendly manner offering an infectious smile and collaborative approach, • Have extensive knowledge of our menus and food offerings, • Adhere to all food safety and health and safety guidelines As a Breakfast Chef, we ask that you take pride in your work and have a willingness to learn. You will have a real passion for food, and you will have excellent attention to detail in order to provide consistent standards. This is a vital role in the function of the hotel and ultimately one that they will remember the most. You will be great at multi-tasking, you be able to work efficiently and making sure all dishes are produced to a high standard. On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, giving you the skills, knowledge and confidence to be a great Breakfast Chef. With this in mind, we are looking for a Breakfast Chef who: • Is currently working at Chef de Partie (CDP) level or above, with solid experience in a fast-paced breakfast or kitchen section, • Can deliver excellent standards, • Uses initiative, • is self-aware and able to evaluate their own work, • takes pride in the work they do, • Is passionate about food, • has the ability to multi-task and organise a variable work load Come and join our team, guided by our values of trust, friendliness, teamwork, and passion - the good stuff that makes hospitality feel effortless. Here, you'll shine in your own way, creating joyful moments that lift the everyday. Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If this sound like you, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

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  • Food Runner
    Food Runner
    27 days ago
    £13.5–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Sam’s, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team. Our commitment to excellence in hospitality is matched by our dedication to fostering a supportive workplace where every member of the team can grow and thrive. Founded in 2019 by renowned restaurateur Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker. Our menus celebrate the finest seasonal produce from across the UK, with a focus on Anglo-French cuisine. We pride ourselves on sourcing ingredients from small artisan suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness in every dish. Complementing our food is a carefully curated wine list, handpicked by Sam himself, featuring selections from wineries he has personally visited. Sam's, Genuine Restaurants Group awards: • 2023, Caterer's 11th best place to work in Hospitality in UK!, • Recently nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023., • Recently nominated by the public as the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in 2023, in the Harden's Guide. Role Overview: As a Runner or Commis Waiter at Sam’s, you’ll play a key supporting role on the restaurant floor, making sure service runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll work closely with both the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver dishes promptly, assist with table maintenance, and keep service areas well-stocked and spotless. Fast-paced and physically active, this role is perfect for someone energetic, organised, and eager to learn the flow of a professional hospitality environment. It’s a great first step into a rewarding career in restaurants. Pay: Pay consists of house salary + an average of tronc Benefits: · Team Festivities – We have two big celebrations every year to recognise and reward your hard work · Friends & Family Perks – Enjoy exclusive discounts across all our venues · Great Food for You– Free meals provided when you're on shift · Share the Opportunity – Earn bonuses through our generous referral programme · Here for You – Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme · Incredible Discounts- Access to discounts for restaurants, retail, gyms and travel · Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on bikes and accessories while spreading the cost · Insider’s Pour – Wines and spirits available for team members at trade price · Grow with Us – opportunities for progression and development · Private Healthcare – Access to BUPA health cover after 3 years of service · Challenge Accepted – Performance and Competition Awards and Bonuses Milestones: · Anniversary Meal – Celebrate your work anniversary with a complimentary lunch or dinner for two people, every year! · Loyalty Rewards – Earn extra holiday for every year after your third year You will need: · Bundles of passion and enthusiasm, a true love for our authentic hospitality · To demonstrate a stable background working in a busy, high end restaurant and/or bar · Right to Work in the UK · Credible, positive references from former employers At Sam’s, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued - just as they are. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

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  • Host / Hostess
    Host / Hostess
    1 month ago
    £14.5–£15.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Sam’s, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team. Our commitment to excellence in hospitality is matched by our dedication to fostering a supportive workplace where every member of the team can grow and thrive. Founded in 2019 by renowned restaurateur Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker. Our menus celebrate the finest seasonal produce from across the UK, with a focus on Anglo-French cuisine. We pride ourselves on sourcing ingredients from small artisan suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness in every dish. Complementing our food is a carefully curated wine list, handpicked by Sam himself, featuring selections from wineries he has personally visited. Sam's, Genuine Restaurants Group awards: • 2023, Caterer's 11th best place to work in Hospitality in UK!, • Recently nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023., • Recently nominated by the public as the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in 2023, in the Harden's Guide. Role Overview: As a Host at Sam’s, you’ll be the first and last point of contact for every guest- setting the tone with a warm welcome and ensuring a smooth, professional experience throughout their visit. You’ll manage bookings, seating plans, and guest requests with confidence and care, balancing pace and precision in a fast-moving environment. With a natural sense of hospitality and attention to detail, you’ll help create the relaxed, elegant atmosphere Sam’s is known for. Pay: Pay consists of house salary + an average of tronc Benefits: • Team Festivities – We have two big celebrations every year to recognise and reward your hard work, • Friends & Family Perks – Enjoy exclusive discounts across all our venues, • Great Food for You– Free meals provided when you're on shift, • Share the Opportunity – Earn bonuses through our generous referral programme, • Here for You – Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme, • Incredible Discounts- Access to discounts for restaurants, retail, gyms and travel, • Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on bikes and accessories while spreading the cost, • Insider’s Pour – Wines and spirits available for team members at trade price, • Grow with Us – opportunities for progression and development, • Private Healthcare – Access to BUPA health cover after 3 years of service, • Challenge Accepted – Performance and Competition Awards and Bonuses Milestones: • New Starter Celebration- After your first month with us, you’ll be invited to dine at Sam’s Riverside to celebrate, • Anniversary Meal – Celebrate your work anniversary with a complimentary lunch or dinner for two people, every year!, • Loyalty Rewards – Earn extra holiday for every year after your third year You will need: • Bundles of passion and enthusiasm, a true love for our authentic hospitality, • To demonstrate a stable background working in a busy, high end restaurant and/or bar, • Right to Work in the UK, • Credible, positive references from former employers At Sam’s, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued - just as they are. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

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  • LIVE IN APPRENTICE HOUSEKEEPER AT KENSINGTON HOSTEL
    LIVE IN APPRENTICE HOUSEKEEPER AT KENSINGTON HOSTEL
    2 months ago
    £10 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    this is an Apprenticeship - which means you'd be working as a housekeeper as normal in the hostel but doing some additional studies leading to a qualification? We believe this represents an excellent opportunity to: (1) Work in a Kensington/Chelsea hostel/hotel (2) Gain a highly respected vocational qualification: You must be willing to be considered to be take on as an Apprentice and work and study at the same time. WORK Housekeeping is responsible for ensuring all rooms and bathrooms are cleaned and kept immaculate. It is hard work but very rewarding in that you will improve: • your English/ communication skills, • your team-working skills, • your social skills and confidence, • gain experience in the hospitality environment As time allows and based on your appetite we will also train you up on: -reception to help cover breaks and also potentially to move over if when a position opens up • maintenance so you can help with basic maintenance And get to explore London living on one of the best areas - Kensington and Chelsea. You'll make friends for life in the hostel too. You must be a hard-working, happy to clean and reliable - and have a good eye for detail.] The housekeeping position involves doing a total of 5 shifts per week which can be between 4 and 8 hours per day depending on how busy we are. These are approximate hours and you might more or less depending on how busy the hostel is e.g. more on weekends less on weeekdays generally. STUDY / HOSPITALITY QUALIFICATION You would study towards a Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2. This is a 12 month course which we will pay for and will pay you to do 3 hours study per week – outside of your working hours. Remuneration Package For this role we offer a comprehensive live-in package which allows travellers to parachute easily into London life comprising: • Starting pay will be the minimum wage for an apprentice (currently £8) and will be dependent on your skills and experience., • Free accommodation and free breakfast and food, • monthly bonus for excellence behaviours / going above and beyond, • accommodation in a dormitory (of course you can opt not to live in the hostel);, • use of laundry facilities (to wash and dry your clothes and bed linen);, • free breakfast and free food to cook your own lunch and dinner;, • free fast wifi, • there is also free food available at other times to e.g. cook lunch/snacks. This includes basic foodstuffs such as bread, milk, pasta, rice etc If there's anything else you want ordered that you eat then as long as it’s reasonable and basic we'll buy it. You will improve: • your communication skills, • your team-working skills, • your social skills and confidence, • gain managerial experience in the hospitality environment And you'll get to explore London living on one of the best areas - Kensington and Chelsea. You'll make friends for life in the hostel too. Please let me know if this of interest and if so we can progress to a WA video call.

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  • Kitchen Porter
    Kitchen Porter
    2 months ago
    £13–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Sam’s, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team. Our commitment to excellence in hospitality is matched by our dedication to fostering a supportive workplace where every member of the team can grow and thrive. Founded in 2019 by renowned restaurateur Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker. Our menus celebrate the finest seasonal produce from across the UK, with a focus on Anglo-French cuisine. We pride ourselves on sourcing ingredients from small artisan suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness in every dish. Complementing our food is a carefully curated wine list, handpicked by Sam himself, featuring selections from wineries he has personally visited. Sam's, Genuine Restaurants Group awards: • 2023, Caterer's 11th best place to work in Hospitality in UK!, • Recently nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023., • Recently nominated by the public as the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in 2023, in the Harden's Guide. Role Overview: As a Kitchen Porter at Sam’s, you’ll be a vital part of the kitchen team, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll support the chefs by maintaining spotless workspaces, handling equipment with care, and ensuring hygiene standards are consistently met. From washing up and organising supplies to assisting with basic prep when needed, your reliability and attention to detail will help deliver the high standards our guests expect. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude who wants to grow in a professional kitchen environment. Pay: Pay consists of house salary + an average of tronc Benefits: · Team Festivities – We have two big celebrations every year to recognise and reward your hard work · Friends & Family Perks – Enjoy exclusive discounts across all our venues · Great Food for You– Free meals provided when you're on shift · Share the Opportunity – Earn bonuses through our generous referral programme · Here for You – Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme · Incredible Discounts- Access to discounts for restaurants, retail, gyms and travel · Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on bikes and accessories while spreading the cost · Insider’s Pour – Wines and spirits available for team members at trade price · Grow with Us – opportunities for progression and development · Private Healthcare – Access to BUPA health cover after 3 years of service · Challenge Accepted – Performance and Competition Awards and Bonuses Milestones: · New Starter Celebration- After your first month with us, you’ll be invited to dine at Sam’s Riverside to celebrate · Anniversary Meal – Celebrate your work anniversary with a complimentary lunch or dinner for two people, every year! · Loyalty Rewards – Earn extra holiday for every year after your third year You will need: · Bundles of passion and enthusiasm, a true love for our authentic hospitality · To demonstrate a stable background working in a busy, high end restaurant and/or bar · Right to Work in the UK · Credible, positive references from former employers At Sam’s, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued - just as they are. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

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  • Chef
    Chef
    2 months ago
    £17.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Brookmans Park

    Breakfast Chef £17.50 per hour Brookmans Park area (you must live nearby. Anyone living over 1 hour away will not be suitable) Start immediately! Rely Recruitment are searching for a a talented and passionate Chef to join our lovey client based in Brookmans Park area. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef seeking work-life balance with daytime hours (no nights!) Breakfast Chef Summary : • Work closely with the owners in a supportive kitchen team, helping to maintain high cleanliness standards., • The kitchen focuses on fresh food prepared in-house, including classic breakfast and brunch dishes cooked to a high standard, alongside new and evolving brunch and lunch menu items inspired by current food trends., • Presentation is important, so we are looking for a chef who enjoys creative plating and producing visually appealing dishes., • As an independent venue, you will have direct access to the owners, quick decision-making, and the opportunity to suggest improvements to the menu, kitchen equipment, and operations., • Working with high-quality fresh ingredients and contributing to a growing food concept. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes, • Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, • Contribute ideas for new menu items and daily specials, • Ensure the kitchen meets all food safety and HACCP standards, • Work efficiently within a small kitchen team, • Help deliver a consistently excellent guest experience What We’re Looking For • Ideally + 4 years’ experience as a Chef in fresh food kitchens, • Experience working with breakfast, brunch or café-style menus is beneficial, • A friendly and positive team player with a no-ego attitude, • Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and quality cooking, • Strong attention to presentation and plating Ideal For : a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie, or experienced Breakfast/Brunch Chef looking for a stable daytime position with creative input and a strong work-life balance. Benefits Free meals on duty Free nearby car parking Work directly with the owners in an independent business Cover the above, then apply now! Please note, that due to the number of applications we receive, we can only reply to shortlisted applicant. We are no accepting telephone enquiries on this job, apply now

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