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We are looking for an experienced and reliable Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for preparing and cooking our menu to a high standard, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and ensuring consistency in every dish served. Key Responsibilities - Prepare and cook all menu items including brunch dishes and lunch offerings. - Carry out daily prep to ensure efficient service during busy periods. - Assist with managing stock levels, rotating stock to minimise waste. - Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in line with health & safety standards. - Work closely with the front of house team to ensure smooth service. - Contribute ideas for menu development and specials. ** About You** - Experience in a café, coffee shop, or similar kitchen environment. - Confident cooking eggs and brunch-style dishes to order. - Strong prep skills and an organised approach to kitchen work. - Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is preferred). - Positive, can-do attitude and a team player. - Ability to work under pressure during busy periods. - Must be able to work weekends. ** What We Offer** - Competitive pay based on experience. - 28 days paid holiday. - Daytime hours – no late nights. - A supportive and friendly work environment. - Opportunity to contribute to menu development. - Staff meals and discounts. - Service Charge + Tips

Black Bear Burger is not your typical burger joint – our ethos is ‘simple, done well’ – we don’t mess around with gimmicks. We use the best beef we can get our hands on and everything in our burgers is there to enhance the flavour of that beef! We've built a huge following of fans (both in person and online) and get daily burger pilgrims travelling from across the country to try our food. We've featured on Top Jaws best burger in London, Bloggers choice at the 2024 National Burger Awards and recently won Best burger at the 2025 National Burger Awards. As a company we currently have 9 sites with more planned on the horizon in. We're on a really great journey, and we're looking to bring pro-active, dynamic and career driven people on board to grow with us on that journey. THE ROLE As Head Chef, you'll be working in leading your team from the front, drawing on previous head chef and management experience. We want to bring in someone who is going to be proud of what we do, as we're continually working hard to be top of our game in the competitive burger market. Key responsibilities for the role are: - Running the service element of the kitchen (cooking standards, prep levels, managing the team) - Hygiene and Cleanliness levels + Health and Safety Standards (Due Diligence, Record Keeping, overall compliance.) - Stock Management (Ordering, minimising wastage, staying on top of rotation) - Management of the team (development and training, rotas, recruitment, maintaining great team culture) - Menu Development with the group head chef, designing specials. Systems Food Alert (Due Dilligence), Supy (ordering and stock), Planday (Rotas), Flow(Training and development), VitaMojo (Tills) Perks - Competitive share of service charge and tips - 28 days holiday - Employee referral scheme (refer someone in and get £200) - Friends and Family Discount - Career Progression planning - Free staff meals + Swaps with other exciting businesses. - Top Staff Parties - Management Meals out. - The role is Salary and based on 48h/wk, made up from £34k basic, £9+ tronc, (£4k KPI bonus, 2.6k Deliveroo bonus, if targets are hit)

Yard Sale Pizza serve award-winning neighbourhood pizza. We're hiring a talented Part Time Pizza chef. We’re a young but growing business currently with 14 sites, offering plenty of career progression for hard working individuals. Duties: - You'll be showcasing your wonderful pizza-making skills; - Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly; - Adhering to exceptional high standards; - Completing all prep as required; - Cleaning down the kitchen including deep cleans when required; - Take responsibility of your workstation; - Work collaboratively in a team. Requirements: - You must be available to work Friday and Saturday evenings. - Experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment. - Be an excellent team player - All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and speak English. What’s on offer… - Junior Position starting from £12.50 and Senior position starting from £14.50 per hour - Bonus incentives in place - Part time hours over weekends - All overtime paid for - Holiday paid in days off or in cash - Tax-free tips via TiPJAR, all paid pro rata to the hours you work - Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities - Working with a great team, brand new equipment and state-of-the-art marana ovens - Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift!

We are looking for a reliable and organised Canteen Assistant to join our cafe/canteen team. This role involves preparing food items such as sandwiches, paninis, wraps, and jacket potatoes, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, and supporting the smooth daily operation of the canteen. Prepare and serve a variety of fresh food items (e.g. sandwiches, paninis, wraps, jacket potatoes) Maintain a clean and tidy work area Clean up after food prep and service, following hygiene and safety standards Restock ingredients and ensure supplies are properly stored Support the team with general kitchen and front-of-house duties as needed

Ellary’s is a neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Brockley with an established customer base in a vibrant community. We have a seasonal menu that we regularly change and we work with fantastic suppliers. We are a small, friendly team working in an open plan kitchen that allows for a great working relationship with front of house. Shifts will be available Wednesday to Sunday with around 30-35 hours per week. Service and prep experience are a must. If you are interested in joining our team please get in touch!

Cooking and plating items from our set menu (e.g. waffles, pancakes, wings, spring rolls, omelettes, tacos) Assisting with food prep and maintaining hygiene standards Working efficiently during busy brunch and lunch hours Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running smoothly Supporting the team and maintaining a positive kitchen environment Ideal Candidate: Some kitchen or food handling experience preferred (but not essential) Eager to learn and take direction Punctual, hardworking, and dependable Can handle a busy service with a calm and friendly approach

We are looking for an experienced General Manager to join our small but mighty team and oversee our two locations in Peckham & Deptford - proud to serve some of the best tacos and margaritas in London. Must have experience in: Operational Management Staff Management Awesome Customer Service Must haves: Dynamic and able to use initiative to make decisions Ensuring positive team culture Passionate and hardworking Ideally some kitchen experience Has strong leadership qualities and is able to work strongly and effectively within a team Driving Licence. To support the distribution of food and drink stock between our restaurants and prep kitchen Experience running food delivery platforms Ensuring customers receive the warmest welcome possible For the right candidate, there is an opportunity to grow with our team and help shape the future of Taca Tacos.

Early starts and evenings off. Working with fresh food, nothing frozen. Prepping for what you need that day and wasting nothing. Experience with dough and pizza necessary, as is use of a meat slicer. It's a small kitchen with a well-formed, friendly team. The successful applicant must be able to work weekends. 35-40 hours a week. An easy commute to SE21 is imperative. You must be knowledgeable in Italian cooking - know the difference between burrata & mozzarella, coppa & salami.

Chef – Weekend Role with Growth Potential Location: Mac Bae The Golden Anchor Pub, Peckham/Nunhead Hours: Weekends Only (with scope to increase as the business grows) Experience: Minimum 1 years in a professional kitchen. Food Safety trained Trials Available: Every weekend ( 1 slot for this weekend available ) About Mac Bae Mac Bae is a bold Caribbean kitchen with a Latin twist, proudly based inside The Golden Anchor in Peckham/Nunhead. Our menu centres around indulgent, creamy mac and cheese topped with elevated ingredients like seasoned lamb, tender steak, fresh seafood, and more. We’re a passionate, fast-growing startup serious about flavour, hospitality, and building a supportive, high-energy workplace where people feel valued and can thrive. The Role We’re on the lookout for a talented, motivated chef to lead our kitchen during weekend services. With plans to expand our operating days to Wednesday–Sunday within the next 3–6 months, this role offers a clear pathway to Kitchen Manager for the right candidate as the business grows. Key Responsibilities: Lead kitchen operations during service with confidence and professionalism Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in line with our brand standards Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and food safety Manage inventory, ordering, and kitchen prep to ensure smooth service Train and support junior team members during prep and service Uphold strict hygiene, cleanliness, and organisational standards Contribute ideas for menu development and specials Stay calm, focused, and solutions-driven in busy, high-pressure situations Who We’re Looking For Minimum 3 years’ experience in a commercial/professional kitchen Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills Passion for bold, modern Caribbean and Latin flavours High attention to detail with excellent cleanliness and organisational habits Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment Committed to delivering outstanding food and customer service Positive, proactive, and hands-on attitude Why Work With Us? - Be part of a growing brand with opportunities for creative input - Clear route to Kitchen Manager as we expand to 5-day service - No early morning shifts - Supportive, collaborative, and respectful team culture - One-month training period to learn our menu and systems - Three-month probation period - Paid monthly Interested? We’d love to hear from you — drop us a message to find out more.

Chef – Weekend Role with Growth Opportunity Location: Mac Bae @ The Golden Anchor Pub, Peckham/Nunhead Hours: Weekends Only (Potential to expand as business grows) Experience Required: Minimum 3 years in a professional kitchen About Us: Mac Bae is a fresh Caribbean kitchen with a bold Latin twist, proudly operating inside The Golden Anchor in Peckham/Nunhead. Our signature dishes revolve around rich, creamy mac and cheese topped with elevated ingredients like seasoned lamb, tender steak, fresh seafood, and more. We’re a passionate startup with big goals and even bigger flavours. At Mac Bae, we believe in fostering a respectful, productive, and high-energy environment. We’re committed to building a workplace where team members feel valued and empowered to grow. We take both our food and our customer experience seriously — and we're looking for someone who does the same. Role Responsibilities: Lead the kitchen team during service with confidence and professionalism Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in line with our brand vision Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and food safety standards Oversee inventory, prep, and ordering to keep kitchen operations smooth Train and guide junior staff during service and prep Uphold kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation Collaborate on menu innovation and specials Maintain a calm, solution-focused attitude in high-pressure situations Who We’re Looking For: Minimum 3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen Strong leadership and time-management skills Passion for bold flavours and modern Caribbean/Latin cuisine High attention to detail and standards of cleanliness Able to work efficiently in a startup environment with limited resources Committed to excellent food and customer experience Positive, team-oriented mindset with a hands-on attitude Why Join Mac Bae? Be a key part of a growing brand with room for creative input Fast-track to Head Chef or leadership positions for the right person No early morning shifts Collaborative and respectful team culture One-month training period to get up to speed with our menu Three-month probation period Paid monthly

Kitchen Staff Wanted – Order Taking & Salad Preparation We are looking for a reliable and motivated staff member to join our team. The role involves taking customer orders, preparing salad boxes, and assisting with main kitchen tasks. Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential – training will be provided for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Take and process customer orders efficiently Prepare fresh salad boxes to order Support general kitchen duties and maintain cleanliness Work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Requirements: Good communication and customer service skills Ability to multitask and work under pressure Previous kitchen or food prep experience is a plus If you're hardworking, quick to learn, and enjoy working in a kitchen setting, we’d love to hear from you!