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Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 30 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Supervisor! YOUR MISSION: • You will be part of a BIG MAMMA Floor team, and you will work alongside the Assistant Manager and Floor Manager., • You will amplify Big Mamma's digital presence, expand our community, and skyrocket engagement., • You'll support and inspire the floor team, run smooth service, and be the go-to problem-solver and motivator., • You'll participate in our team's onboarding and training. Coaching and mentorship will be your superpowers!, • You'll ensure every guest leaves saying, "WOW!" through exceptional service, an engaged team, and smooth table rotations. You'll ensure the whole experience is outstanding and issues are resolved promptly., • You'll be the brand ambassadors of our values: authenticity, entrepreneurial, meritocratic, and excellent YOUR SKILLS: • An experienced supervisor with a positive, can-do attitude that's contagious to guests and team members alike., • You have experience working in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants and a deep appreciation for Italian culture and cuisine (we like to call it amore!)., • You have strong organisational skills and the ability to oversee large teams and work well under pressure., • A proactive team player who's eager to learn and make an impact. You are driven to exceed expectations, meet the KPIs and smash given targets. OUR OFFER: • Permanent, full-time position (48hr/ week), • 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off, • Tasty staff food served family style, • 50% staff discount + monthly team lunches, • Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support, • Wagestream: Financial Well-Being platform that allows you to access your wages between paydays, • Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma

Now Hiring: Café Manager — Black Rabbit Café We’re looking for a new Manager to join our team at Black Rabbit Café — a small but mighty café, loved by locals and known as one of the best in the area. We take pride in our amazing coffee, our warm, family-like atmosphere, and our loyal regulars who make every day special. To keep things running smoothly, we’re looking for a true leader — not a boss — someone who’s organized, fun, proactive, and ready to keep everything flowing before problems even arise. Responsibilities include: Perform all general staff duties when needed. Oversee day-to-day operations across all areas of the café. Delegate tasks, support staff, and ensure standards and procedures are always met. Open and close the shop, maintaining cleanliness, food hygiene, and safety standards daily. Ensure timely service and an excellent customer experience. Cover shifts when required. Create and manage staff rotas. Review operations for efficiency and implement improvements. Provide warm, attentive, and consistent customer service. Handle customer complaints with confidence and care. Monitor and respond to customer feedback. Conduct regular staff training and ongoing development. Communicate and coordinate HR and operational needs. Recruit and onboard new staff. Review performance and ensure motivation and satisfaction among employees. Maintain all equipment and facilities in good working condition. Manage cost control and stock levels. Ensure all financial and performance targets are met. Ensure compliance with all safety and legal regulations. 🌟 What We Offer A friendly, family-style work environment where everyone supports each other. Competitive salary: £31,000 + service charge. Free lunch every day. Paid 30-minute lunch break. 2 days off a week The chance to be part of a café that people truly love — and help it grow even more. If you’re a natural leader who believes in teamwork, positivity, and great coffee, we’d love to meet you. Join the Black Rabbit Café family — where small means special.

Salary: £42,500 + generous tronc share 48 hours contract Schedule: Full-time | Open 7 days (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner; Sunday Lunch & Dinner only) We’re looking for an experienced Floor Manager to join our dynamic team at a high-volume, premium British restaurant serving over 300 covers daily. Situated in a prime location, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, quality, and atmosphere — every day of the week. With exciting plans to expand internationally to Dubai next year, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with an ambitious and respected brand. What We’re Looking For Proven experience in fine dining or a high-end, high-volume establishment Strong leadership and supervisory skills — able to motivate and manage a large team A natural host who loves to engage with guests and build lasting relationships Excellent attention to detail with the ability to uphold premium service standards Passion for hospitality and the drive to deliver excellence under pressure What We Offer Competitive salary of £42,500 + excess tronc Supportive management team and structured training

A great opportunity has arisen to join us in our established Cafe in the heart of St Margarets Twickenham. We need a full time supervisor to work Friday - Tuesday each week. The hours are approximately 39. You’ll need to be a great barista, coffee is our specialty, and enjoy communicating with our lovely customers. And to be a team member. The job will involve opening the cafe, setting it up for the day and closing the cafe, leaving it clean for the next day. If you think you have the skills we need and would like the chance to join us, please get in touch with a cover letter detailing your experience and qualities. We look forward to hearing from you…

A great opportunity has arisen to join us in our established Cafe in the heart of St Margarets Twickenham. We need a full time supervisor to work Friday - Tuesday each week. The hours are approximately 39. You’ll need to be a great barista, coffee is our specialty, and enjoy communicating with our lovely customers. And to be a team member. The job will involve opening the cafe, setting it up for the day and closing the cafe, leaving it clean for the next day. If you think you have the skills we need and would like the chance to join us, please get in touch with a cover letter detailing your experience and qualities. We look forward to hearing from you…

OLLIE’S HOUSE CHELSEA FULHAM ROAD all-day kitchen & lounge; your neighbourhood escape. The kitchen has all sorts on the menu, serving house-made fresh flavours, nourishing ingredients, and well-travelled world favourite dishes with some fun modern Asian influences throughout. OLLIE’S HOUSE is somewhere that welcomes you for brunch, lunch, takeaway, cocktails, dinner & much more. Our teams have vibrant personalities who are closely connected. Casual but attentive in our approach, we spread warm energy to all of the neighbourhood, giving adaptable, consistent & personalised service. We make our guests feel at home in our house. We find calm in chaos, strive to spread happiness & and we are proud to welcome our guests each and every day. What's On Offer? £12.00 Per Hour 15 (Part Time) or 35 (Full Time) Hourly Contract Neighbourhood Location - No need to travel into Central! 28 Day Holiday 50% Discount - When dining with us with your friends/family Free Team Food - On all shifts Monthly Competitions Mental Health Trained General Manager & Head Chef Refer A Friend Bonuses - For all successful referrals Pension Scheme A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In - We really do care!

Following a successful pop-up, chef owners Jack Croft and Will Murray officially launched FOWL in October 2023, which can be found just around the corner from their flagship restaurant Fallow St. James’s. FOWL restaurant celebrates the nation’s favourite bird through an all-in, beak-to-feet menu concept, with the addition of monthly specials brought to you in collaboration with an epic line up of foodie icons! Offering both indoor and outside dining, FOWL is open for Lunch, Dinner & Cocktails. As a Sous Chef at Fowl, you will work closely with our Head Chef, bringing your culinary expertise and leadership to create an exceptional dining experience. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, innovation, and sustainability, helping to shape a dynamic and forward-thinking kitchen. Key responsibilities: • Lead and manage the kitchen team with the Head Chef, ensuring a high standard of food preparation, presentation, and service., • Continuously assess and improve kitchen processes to enhance efficiency and quality., • Manage food and labour costs, including stock takes, to ensure profitability and budget targets are met., • Organize and rotate stock meticulously, ordering according to guidelines set forth by the Purchasing Team., • Work closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to ensure a seamless experience for customers. About you: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen., • A passion for sustainability and innovative cooking techniques., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and develop a team., • Excellent organizational and time management abilities., • A collaborative mindset and a commitment to creating a positive kitchen culture. The benefits: • Competitive salary., • Career progression., • Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses., • Wellbeing initiatives., • Reward and recognition schemes., • Free welcome lunch for you and a guest., • 50% restaurant discounts across the group., • 25% Friends and Family discounts., • 50% discount on company retail., • Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials., • Staff meal during your shift., • Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment., • Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment)., • Sabbaticals (after three years employment)., • Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At FOWL, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

Job Overview Dorothy’s Deli is offering an exciting opportunity to join our growing team as a Kitchen Manager at our production kitchen in Hackney. We're looking for someone with strong experience, sharp organisational skills, and the energy and passion to help take our operation to the next level. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment and is motivated by teamwork and great food. Responsibilities • As Kitchen Manager, you’ll work closely with the owners and be responsible for the day-to-day running of our production kitchen, leading a small but dedicated team. Your responsibilities will include:, • Managing kitchen staff and weekly rotas to ensure smooth operation, • Leading and upholding standards in food preparation, cooking, and presentation, • Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations (HACCP), • Training and mentoring kitchen staff on food safety and culinary techniques, • Monitoring stock levels and ordering supplies to control food costs, • Organising daily schedules based on pre-orders from multiple offices and partners, • Ensuring all lunch orders are portioned, plated, labelled, and ready on time, • Coordinating with couriers for timely collections and deliveries, • Identifying issues quickly and implementing efficient solutions under pressure Skills • At least 2 years' experience in a leadership role in a fast-paced kitchen, • A positive, can-do attitude and ability to work under pressure, • Excellent organisational and time-management skills, • A friendly, approachable personality with a strong work ethic, • Experience managing a team in a hospitality or production kitchen environment, • Great people management and communication skills, • Flexibility, creativity, and a drive to grow with a developing brand Perks & Benefits • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Free staff lunch during shifts, • Team social events, • A supportive, energetic environment with genuine opportunities for progression

Kitchen Manager – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Restaurant 📍 Location: Chalk Farm, London 👨‍🍳 Full-time, Permanent 💷 Salary: up to £32,500 per year (depending on experience) plus TRONC We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our busy all-day diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Not quite one of our Smokehouses, but very much part of our BBQ family — this site brings the same passion for bold flavours and genuine hospitality to a more relaxed setting. Whether you’re rolling through town, heading to a show at the legendary Roundhouse, or relaxing in the hotel just upstairs, our diner is the perfect spot to refuel and unwind. From tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs to perfectly smoked brisket, every dish is crafted with skill, care, and the finest ingredients. As Kitchen Manager, you’ll bring that same passion to every plate — leading your team, maintaining high standards, and creating dishes that keep our guests coming back. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen across all meal periods, • Manage staff rotas, ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships, • Maintain GP targets and minimise waste, • Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes, • Uphold excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and allergen management, • Train, support, and motivate the kitchen team, • Work with management to plan menus and respond to demand during busy periods About You • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, or Kitchen Manager, • Confident in managing kitchen operations, rotas, and stock, • Strong organisational and communication skills, • Passionate about producing high-quality dishes and consistent service, • Excellent understanding of food safety and allergen procedures, • Calm, reliable, and flexible during both quiet and peak trading times What We Offer • Competitive salary of up to £32,500 per year plus TRONC, • Meals on duty and staff discounts, • Opportunities for professional development and growth, • Supportive, friendly working environment If you’re ready to lead a small, capable kitchen team and take ownership of a growing all-day restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.

Assistant Store Manager We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a five store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally committed to finding and nurturing our staff, so we are on the hunt for exceptional managers to join our team. We’re looking for people committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role | Assistant Store Manager • 45 hours per week, • To lead a team of staff and work hand in hand with the store manager, • To delegate certain tasks to your supervisors to ensure high standards are maintained, • To help manage our team members' morale and happiness at work, • To monitor & implement hygiene best practices in and out of service in order to maintain our 5* hygiene rating, • Ensure and enforce the use of current systems to operate The Salad Project, • Assist in developing our staff to suit the needs of the store and the business, • To report any wins or issues to the management team, • To ensure proper maintenance of the store, • To celebrate the staff wins!, • Strong leadership skills, • Ability to steady the ship and prevent issues before they happen, • Communication skills, knowing when to use a firm hand or a softer approach, • Positive energy and dedication to the team, • Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment, strict controls on all hygiene policies is crucial to the role, • Ideally, you will have 1 years’ experience managing a team in a fast-paced environment within the hospitality industry, • Ability to commit full time, • 30 days holiday package (Including bank holidays), • Performance based bonus, • Cycle to work scheme, • £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme, • Enhanced parental leave package, • Enhanced sick day package, • Free lunch/dinner from The Salad Project while on shift, • Team social events, • Opportunities for career progression as the business grows

At Scarpetta we make pasta from scratch, roast our own coffee blends and serve the classic Italian Aperitivo every evening. While lunch is all about fast-paced service, evenings are about having a relaxing time. We dim the lights, play excellent music and become a restaurant where our guests can have a great dining experience. We have three restaurants in Central London and we are looking for an ambitious, respectful and experienced supervisor, who is not afraid to roll their sleeves up, lead by example and deliver amazing results. As a front of house supervisor, you will be a role model to Scarpetta employees, guiding and coaching your team to deliver incredible services to guests with integrity and passion. You share the courteous and hospitable values of your Senior Managers and these will cascade down through your team and to your guests. Being accountable for and proud of your restaurant, you will grow a caring team that work collaboratively and seamlessly with Front of House & Back of House team to deliver our common goals of outstanding guests experience. Understanding how this is key to Scarpetta’s profitability and growth. You plan your shifts impeccably, constantly monitoring cleanliness, health and safety, licensing compliance and staffing levels; finding continual improvement in creative ways. Perks & Benefits: • progression within a fast-growing company, • Monday to Friday, • Permanent contract, • 24/7 Hotline providing free financial, legal, and personal advice, • 28 days' holiday per year, • 50% off across Scarpetta Restaurants, • A supportive, people-focussed culture, • Daily high quality and healthy employee lunches, • Unlimited coffee, • Employee referral bonus, • Great staff parties!, • Free financial and legal personal advice services Key Responsibilities: • Being part of the Management and help opening/closing the restaurant., • Team enabler - Encouraging and supporting a culture of learning and development and talent retention by continually coaching team members, being courteous even under pressure and assisting with appraisals., • Lets’ grow together – You are commercially aware of what it takes to grow a business and increase profitability through effective marketing initiatives and valuing customer feedback. You are aware of your teams accountability for controllable costs and constantly assessing staffing levels., • Positive attitude - Providing unexpected surprises to the team and customers and moments of care, being calm and considerate of fellow colleagues., • Compliance management – You demonstrate due diligence in health and safety, food safety allergen awareness and risk assessment according to Scarpetta policies., • Exceptionally guest focused - Being approachable, calm and friendly, even in times of pressure., • A product expert – From a perfectly garnished gin and tonic to a table setting that’s instantly—Instagramable, you are passionate about our offering and know everything about it!, • Venue Maintenance – Ensuring the ambiance of the venue is as warm, welcoming, tidy and safe as possible, you communicate any issues clearly to senior management., • Stock and Cash Handling – You are confident using EPOS, software programs manual systems to accurately manage, record and report stock, cash and rotas. Taking responsibility of security, wastage, profit margins and licensing law when on duty.

Simple Health Kitchen – Baker Street - Team Member We are looking for like-minded people to join us in brightening up people’s days in our Simple Health Kitchen in Baker Street! We are looking for people who are available throughout the week for Lunch and Dinner. Fully flexible candidates are preferred. Shifts range from from 7am to 11pm Monday-Sunday. At Simple Health Kitchen we are known for our fresh, healthy and flavourful food that comes at an affordable price. We seek to inspire healthy living by introducing a better way of eating that is simple, nutritious and that will positively enhance our customers’ mind, body and soul. We are a lifestyle venture. We are a young, fast-growing company with big ambitions and opportunities to match. We’re really proud of our team and spend a lot of time and energy choosing the right people to work with us. We are looking for people with high ambition, attention to detail and a constant strive to brighten people’s day– Mix this in for a passion for food and we want to meet you. As a Senior Team Member, you will become a key part of our restaurant team (service and kitchen). Among other things, you will be expected to help guests, prepare food and clean up + support the Management team in their daily tasks. We are looking for someone who wants to develop into a manager. It’s a fast pace but we have lots of fun along the way. Compensation and benefits · £11.05 per hour · Team food included for every shift. · Attractive holiday package · Reward and recognition scheme · Training and development program · Career opportunities We are looking forward to meeting you. The Team at SHK

Pay: £42,000.00 - £48,000.00 per year Site: Herne Hill / Brixton Hours: 5 day working week / 42-48 hour contract Pay: £42,000 to £48,000 including retention + performance bonuses (up to £7,000) New Opening: December 2024 Covers: 75 -150 cover site Opening times: Mon: Closed Tue: 9am-5pm(Kitchen: all day) Wed-Sat: 9am to 1030pm (Kitchen: 9-4) Sunday - 9am -5pm (Kitchen: 9-4)Events: 1-4 / month We are looking for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef who communicates well and can build, nurture and develop a new(ish) team. This Kitchen Manager / Head Chef role has lots of opportunity to create and innovate, working with different menus for our events and most importantly directly with both Company Owners as we grow, adapt, change and develop. We opened our larger second site last December; over 2 floors with a banging sound system and a large pedestrianised square out front with additional 50-70 covers. We are a neighbourhood restaurant, bar and event space in Herne Hill / Brixton and we are looking for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef who wants to work in and help inspire an innovative food culture of seasonal menus ( x 3 changes per year + events menus). We have an open plan kitchen; leading a 6-man team. The concept is all day dining, with brunch and lunch for 6 days / week, plus dinner for 4 nights a week. Events will also contribute much to our revenue as we grow. Our Kitchen Manager / Head Chef will work in a brand new kitchen, run the service, keep the kitchen well-organised, assist with menu and staff development and keep the team motivated. The Head Chef will work directly with the two company directors as well as the GM; their direct line manager. Our passion for food, design and music is reflected in our seasonal, quality ingredients; colourful, plant-filled interiors and funky Latin playlists. This place has a buzz, something you can help us grow more and more and be a really fun party and food corner of the community, Role Description This is a full-time Kitchen Manager / Head Chef role located in Herne Hill / Brixton. As a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef at Archie's Herne Hill, you will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations and managing a team of chefs. Your day-to-day tasks will include menu planning, food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, ensuring quality and consistency in dishes, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. This is an on-site role. Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role in a busy kitchen Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques Ability to execute creative and innovative menus Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment Attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality Ability to manage and motivate a team of chefs Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as requiredValid food handling certifications Note: Please ensure that your qualifications and experience align with the requirements of this role. What we can offer you: 42-48 hour week average - 2 x 4 day working weeks / month (once whole kitchen is running perfectly) Opportunity for career advancement Work with a small management team with influence Staff outings and parties Quarterly bonuses Regular team incentives and rewards Free staff meals (on shifts longer than 6 hours) Cycle to work scheme 30% discount on food when visiting the restaurant A complimentary congratulations meal for you and up to 3 guests when you complete your probation Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Casual dress Company events Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Store discount Experience: Kitchen management: 5 years (required) Food safety: 5 years (required) Work Location: In person