78 Best management trainee Jobs in Croydon (November 2026)

Join the team at Willa Foods, where we produce high-quality, chef-made meals in our fast-paced production kitchen. We’re looking for a hands-on Packing Team Leader to lead our packing team, keep the line running efficiently, and make sure every meal is packed to the right quality and food safety standards. Work along side other Packing Team Leaders. What You’ll Do • Lead and support the packing team during daily production., • Organise the team and keep the packing line running efficiently., • Make sure meals are packed accurately and to the correct specification., • Monitor quality, presentation and packing standards throughout the shift., • Ensure food safety, hygiene and cleaning procedures are followed., • Identify and resolve issues quickly to keep production on track., • Work closely with the Production Manager and wider production team., • Set a strong example and help create a positive, productive working environment. What We’re Looking For ✅ Previous experience leading a team in food production, manufacturing, packing or a similar fast-paced environment. ✅ Confident managing people and keeping a team focused and productive. ✅ Strong attention to detail — quality and accuracy matter here. ✅ Comfortable working to production targets and deadlines. ✅ Good understanding of food safety and hygiene. ✅ A hands-on, team-first attitude — you’ll be working alongside the team, not just supervising them. ✅ Reliable, organised and able to stay calm when production gets busy.

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Job Ref: COL1271 Branch: Dulwich Clock Café Location: Dulwich Clock Café, London (South East) Salary/Benefits: £37,000 - £40,000 Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 48 Posted date: 27/09/2026 Closing date: 27/10/2026 General Manager - Lead, drive & inspire remarkable, passionate teams, creating exceptional cafe experiences - No late nights! Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering exceptional coffee, fresh food, and warm hospitality. We're on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate General Manager to take the lead, inject personality into the café, build a high-energy team, and deliver an unforgettable customer experience. If you're a natural leader with a zest for hospitality, this is your chance to make your mark in a fast-paced, people-first environment. What You'll Be Doing: • Leading from the front – setting the tone for a vibrant and welcoming café atmosphere., • Bringing energy – managing operations efficiently and proactively., • Building & mentoring your team – developing skills, training baristas, and ensuring a seamless customer experience., • Making coffee with heart – our single-origin coffee is at the core of what we do., • Managing daily operations – overseeing stock, deliveries, and accounting with precision (experience with Fourth systems is a plus!)., • Ensuring excellence in hygiene & safety – familiarity with Food Alerts - Alert 65 programme desirable., • Collaborating with the Head Chef – to drive the café's success. What We're Looking For: • A charismatic and hands-on leader – with previous café or hospitality management experience., • A customer-obsessed leader – who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume, • A hands-on team player – leading by example and always up for a challenge., • A problem-solver who brings fresh ideas and takes ownership of their café., • A flexible & adaptable mindset – weekends and bank holidays are our busiest times but no evenings... ever!, • Ideally a barista-trained professional with a passion for exceptional coffee (bonus if you know La Marzocco inside out!). Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary plus performance bonus - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* Ready to Lead Something Special? We'd love to hear from you.

Braai Bird is part of the Kudu Collective family founded by husband and wife duo Amy & Patrick in 2017. Our South African roots inspire the food - rotisserie chicken, sides, sauces and plenty of flavour. We pride ourselves on friendly, intimate service with a keen attention to quality and detail. After an incredible journey, we’re excited to be returning to the neighbourhood where our story began. Peckham has always been at the heart of Kudu, as we begin an exciting new chapter and return to our roots in Peckham, we’re looking for passionate, ambitious people who want to be part of a restaurant where hospitality comes first, standards are high, and every member of the team has the opportunity to grow. The Role Working closely with the General Manager you will support the daily operations, ensuring that every service reflects the quality, warmth, and attention to detail that define Braai Bird. Key Responsibilities Service & Operations • Ensure a seamless guest journey from arrival to departure, • Maintain exceptional standards across food, drinks, and environment, • Anticipate service flow and adapt to the demands of the restaurant People & Culture • Inspire, coach, and develop a diverse team, • Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, and pride, • Handle team conflict with maturity and fairness Labour & Efficiency • Support the General Manager in creating rotas aligned with business levels and labour budgets, • Maintain strong control over labour costs without compromising service, • Drive productivity and efficiency across all service periods Guest Experience • Deliver warm, intuitive, and personalised service, • Handle guest feedback and complaints with professionalism and care, • Build strong relationships with returning guests, • Lead by example in creating memorable experiences Compliance & Standards • Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and company policies, • Maintain excellence in health & safety, food safety, and licensing, • Uphold HR procedures with consistency and integrity, • Drive adherence to SOPs across the team Systems & Administration • Maintain accuracy across scheduling, HR, and operational systems, • Support payroll, absence management, and reporting processes, • Ensure all daily and weekly administrative duties are completed to a high standard A successful candidate should also have a thorough knowledge of and adherence to the law regarding the following company regulations: • Licensing Laws, • Health And Safety Regulations, • Food Handling and Hygiene Regulations, • Fire Regulations and Procedures, • First Aid Procedures What We Offer • Salary, £42,000.00 (base and tronc) and additional of excess tronc., • Career progression within a growing hospitality group., • The opportunity to work alongside a passionate and talented team. If you are passionate about wine, hospitality, and leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Right to Work in the UK required. Nov 2026 opening

Job Ref: COL1272 Branch: Dulwich Clock Café Location: Dulwich Clock Café, London (South East) Salary/Benefits: £15.10 per Hour Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Posted date: 27/09/2026 Closing date: 30/10/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering exceptional coffee, fresh food, and warm hospitality. We're looking for a Senior Café Supervisor to play a key role in daily operations, support the management team, and guide the café team in delivering exceptional service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong hospitality leader ready to take on more responsibility. What You'll Be Doing: • Supporting the management team – ensuring smooth daily operations and high service standards., • Leading, training & developing the team – mentoring colleagues and ensuring a positive team environment., • Driving service excellence – ensuring every customer enjoys a warm, engaging, and efficient experience., • Ensuring product displays look abundant & inviting – maintaining beautiful and uniform visual merchandising., • Supervising food safety & hygiene standards – ensuring compliance and a well-organised workspace., • Monitoring stock & assisting with orders – supporting stock take and replenishment., • Assisting with team scheduling – ensuring the café is optimally staffed for the week based on sales forecasts., • Bringing energy & enthusiasm – fostering a positive, team-focused work environment. What We're Looking For: • An experienced hospitality professional – with experience as a Café Supervisor or similar leadership role., • A hands-on and proactive team player – able to motivate and guide staff while still following management direction., • A detail-oriented professional – focused on delivering excellence in presentation, service, and operations., • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected, • A flexible & adaptable attitude – ready to work weekends and peak periods but no evenings. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a motivated hospitality professional looking for a supervisory role in a thriving café environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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The Eadmund Care Home

Team Leader – Residential Care (Adults with Learning Disabilities)

Team Leader – Residential Care (Adults with Learning Disabilities) Location: Coulsdon, South London Salary: £14.68 per hour (paid breaks) Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week Closing date: Wednesday 4 November 2026 About the Opportunity The Talent Desk is recruiting on behalf of a small residential care home in Coulsdon, providing specialist support to adults with learning disabilities and complex care needs. The home is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, with an emphasis on dignity, independence, individual choice and helping residents lead fulfilling lives. We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Team Leader to support the day-to-day running of the home. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining direct care responsibilities with staff supervision and the coordination of daily operations. The successful candidate will be confident leading a team, managing challenges constructively and maintaining a positive, professional working environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and supervise staff on shift, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care., • Oversee daily operations, including staff allocation, routines, activities and care delivery., • Provide hands-on support with personal care, medication, appointments and daily living activities, including meal preparation and maintaining a clean environment., • Support adults with complex needs, including residents who communicate non-verbally and require full assistance with personal and continence care., • Promote dignity, choice, independence, inclusion and positive behaviour support., • Ensure care plans, risk assessments and daily records are accurate and up to date., • Coordinate and delegate responsibilities effectively, prioritising administrative and management tasks where required., • Address staff concerns, manage conflict professionally and maintain appropriate boundaries., • Support, mentor and develop staff through supervision and on-the-job guidance., • Liaise with families, healthcare professionals and external agencies., • Ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements. About You We are looking for someone who combines practical care experience with strong leadership and organisational skills. Essential requirements: • Previous experience working as a Team Leader, preferably within residential learning disability services. Experience in a nursing home will also be considered., • NVQ or Apprenticeship Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or above)., • Experience supervising staff and coordinating day-to-day care responsibilities., • Confidence supporting adults with complex care needs., • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills., • Ability to manage conflict, make decisions and maintain professional boundaries., • Good understanding of safeguarding, person-centred care and relevant care standards., • A compassionate, patient, proactive and professional approach. Experience with PEG feeding would be beneficial, although training will be provided. Above all, we are looking for someone who can lead by example, motivate colleagues and contribute to a positive and effective team, while ensuring residents receive consistently high standards of care. Working Hours • 40 hours per week, primarily across five days., • Day shifts are generally 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm., • The home operates seven days a week, including bank holidays, and the rota may include weekends and bank holidays., • Occasional night shifts (8pm–8am) will be required., • A fixed rota will be agreed with the successful candidate and will repeat monthly., • Paid breaks are included. What We Offer • £14.68 per hour, including paid breaks., • A supportive, values-driven management team., • Ongoing training and professional development., • Opportunities for progression within the organisation., • A rewarding leadership opportunity within a small residential care home., • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Closing date: Wednesday 4 November 2026 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and suitable candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified, so early applications are encouraged.

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Research Tribe

Work From Home – Paid Research

3 days ago

Part-time

London

Research Tribe is a completely free service that connects people like you with remote opportunities to take part in market research. You could become a mystery shopper, product tester or simply share your opinion through paid surveys, focus groups and more. We work with many leading market research companies and brands. They want to hear your thoughts and will reward you with a variety of incentives including cash, vouchers, products, gifts, experiences and prizes. • Mystery Shopping, • Product Testing, • Focus Groups, • Surveys & More There is never any obligation to take part as you choose the opportunities you're interested in and complete them at times convenient for you, so it's perfect for everyone (especially if you're looking for flexible entry level, part time, temporary, evening, weekend or seasonal work with an immediate start and no experience). It's not a suitable replacement for a job, however it's a great way to work from home and earn additional income. Getting started is easy, simply click 'Apply Now’ and register on our website so we can keep you updated with suitable opportunities by email – it takes under 60 seconds. ... Research Tribe members come from a variety of work backgrounds including admin, customer service, accounts, finance, retail, IT, recruitment, human resources (HR), social care, cleaning, driving, NHS and local council. Whether you’re a student, apprentice, graduate, trainee, administrator, accountant, payroll assistant, sales executive, personal assistant (PA), business analyst, account manager, business analyst, receptionist, school teacher, chef, waiter, office worker or night shift warehouse operative - you’ll be in great company!

Salary: £80 - £90 per day Hours: 9 hours a day Job type: Full-time (part time can be considered) PLUMBING & HEATING APPRENTICES Location: Surrey and KT postcodes – on the road Boilergurus Limited is a central heating and plumbing services company covering all KT postcodes and most of Surrey. We are ideally looking for Level 2 and Level 3 (not essential) plumbing and heating apprentices who are keen to gain practical experience and develop their skills, with opportunities to grow within the company. Applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence. Having your own car is an advantage but is not essential. THE ROLE Working alongside experienced engineers, apprentices will gain experience in: • Boiler installations., • Unvented cylinder installations., • Gas pipe installations, assisting under appropriate supervision., • Central heating and radiator installations., • Boiler servicing and gas safety inspections, assisting qualified engineers., • General plumbing and heating works., • Recording work on the job management system. Gas work will only be undertaken under appropriate supervision as part of training. Boilergurus’ Head Engineer will provide on-site training and support during installations and will attend the beginning and end of every installation. REQUIREMENTS • Currently undertaking a Level 2 or Level 3 plumbing and heating qualification (ideal but not essential), • A valid UK driving licence., • Own car preferred to arrive at office each day, but not essential as you will be driving the company van during working hours., • A keen interest in plumbing and heating and a willingness to learn., • A reliable, punctual and professional approach., • Attention to detail and pride in the quality of work., • A positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team. BENEFITS • Company uniform., • Materials and consumables supplied., • Practical training and support from experienced engineers., • Opportunities to develop skills and progress within the company. SCHEDULE • Monday to Friday, with working arrangements agreed around college or training commitments., • • Occasional Saturday availability may be required

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