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  • Cafe Manager
    Cafe Manager
    11 days ago
    £30000–£32000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Cafe & Restaurant Manager – Toast Stores, Springfield Park, SW17 About Toast Stores Toaststores isn't just another cafe – it's a community hub in the heart of Springfield Park. Founded by two Shannon College graduates, Toast Stores is about more than food and coffee. It's about connection, kindness, and creating daily moments of joy for our guests. We're on an exciting journey of growth and evolution – and we're looking for an experienced Cafe & Restaurant Manager to lead our team and help shape the next chapter. What You'll Be Doing Leadership & People Management • Lead, inspire, and motivate both our front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) teams, • Work hand-in-hand with our Head Chef to ensure FOH and BOH are a well-oiled machine, aligned and communicating effectively, • Recruit, train, schedule, and develop staff to reach their potential, • Build a culture of accountability, kindness, and teamwork, • Provide regular feedback, coaching, and support, • Ensure exceptional service standards are consistently met, • Partner with the Head Chef to ensure a seamless link between kitchen output and FOH service, • Handle guest feedback and complaints in a proactive, positive way, • Maintain the welcoming, community-focused atmosphere Toast Stores is known for, • Oversee all daily operations, from opening to close, • Work with the Head Chef to align service flow, menu execution, and daily specials, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, • Manage stock, ordering, deliveries, and supplier relationships, • Monitor and control food, beverage, and labour costs to maintain profitability, • Track wastage, portion control, and margins in collaboration with the kitchen, • Work closely with the founders on new initiatives and improvements, • Drive sales through promotions, events, and seasonal offerings, • Collaborate with the Head Chef and FOH team on menu planning and launches, • Analyse performance, produce reports, and identify opportunities to improve profitability, • Minimum 3 years' proven experience in a cafe, restaurant, or hospitality management role, • Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and motivate FOH and BOH teams in a busy environment, • Proven experience working closely with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations, • Strong commercial awareness, with experience managing costings, budgets, and profitability, • Knowledge of stock management, food safety, and compliance standards, • Hands-on leadership style – willing to step in wherever needed, • Strong problem-solving, organisational, and time management skills, • Genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences, • A leader who leads with empathy, respect, and positivity, • Flexible and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment, • High personal standards – from service to cleanliness, • Must have the right to work in the UK (valid UK work visa or citizenship), • Please consider your commute time to Springfield Park, SW17 – reliability and punctuality are essential for this role, • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, • Physical ability to work in a high-volume cafe environment, • Food Safety Level 2 (or willingness to obtain), • Competitive salary, based on experience, • The opportunity to be part of a growing, ambitious business, • Beautiful working environment in Springfield Park, • Genuine family atmosphere where your voice matters, • The chance to make your mark and help shape Toast Stores' future

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  • Early Years Educator -
    Early Years Educator -
    12 days ago
    Part-time
    Beckenham

    The successful candidate will be working as part of our team to deliver outstanding care whilst facilitating engaging, child led learning. We are looking for someone else to join us who is committed to education, motivated, passionate, who wants to really make a difference in children's lives. ​Your responsibilities will include: • Promoting the philosophy of “learning through play”, supporting children in play and learning activities, following their interests., • Supporting everyday care routines, encouraging children to gain self-help skills including dressing, feeding, toilet training and an awareness of personal hygiene., • Facilitating a range of activities based on children’s interests, to promote each child’s physical, intellectual and emotional needs to enable each child to reach their full potential., • Assisting other pre-school practitioners with activities to encourage speech and language and social interaction with the children., • Enhancing the environment with resources and displays of children's work,, • Working with a small key group of children, observing, monitoring and recording each child’s development., • Working under supervision to maintain records and documentation that complies with statutory requirements., • Establishing positive relationships with parents and carers. Developing confidence when communicating with parents and carers about the day-to-day needs of their child and fostering parental engagement., • Attending staff and team meetings and keep up to date with developments in childcare through regular training as appropriate., • Ensuring you are aware of and comply with the pre-school’s policies, ensuring everyone is treated safely and with respect, in line with the pre-school safeguarding, H&S and equal opportunity policies and the Staff handbook., • Gaining knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and all other statutory requirements ​ Qualifications and skills needed: You must: • Be able to relate to and interact with children positively., • Be reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible., • Be able to remain calm under pressure, adapt to the unexpected and ‘think on your feet.’, • Be able to write reports and keep clear and accurate records., • Be well organised with good administrative and IT skills., • Be able to work as part of a team, follow instructions and use your initiative., • Be able to communicate clearly and politely both verbally and in writing., • Be able to develop positive relationships with parents, carers and other childcare professionals, • Be willing to learn new skills and able to identify when you need to ask for support ​ The hours are flexible, but will be between 8am-6pm Monday – Friday, and are term time only (38 weeks per year) ​The benefits of working with us are; Good rates of pay 6 weeks paid holiday ​Free uniform Free training Free DBS check Company Pension On-site Parking Ongoing continuous development and early years quality training and mentoring. ​

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  • Domestic Assistant
    Domestic Assistant
    19 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Full-time
    Epsom

    Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Domestic Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within our care home, including specialist dementia care areas. This role is essential in creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment that supports the wellbeing of residents, particularly those living with dementia. Key Responsibilities • Clean and maintain residents’ rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, and staff areas to a high standard, • Carry out daily, weekly, and deep cleaning tasks in line with schedules, • Follow infection control, health & safety, and COSHH procedures at all times, • Use cleaning products and equipment safely and store them securely, • Dispose of general and clinical waste appropriately, • Replenish cleaning supplies and report low stock levels, • Respond promptly to spillages or urgent cleaning needs, • Report maintenance issues, hazards, or concerns to management Dementia Care Responsibilities • Work in a calm, respectful, and reassuring manner around residents living with dementia, • Be mindful of noise levels, routines, and familiar environments to avoid distress or confusion, • Respect residents’ personal spaces and belongings, recognising that changes in environment can be unsettling, • Use clear, simple communication when interacting with residents, • Be aware of behaviours associated with dementia and respond with patience and understanding, • Support a homely, non-clinical environment that promotes comfort and familiarity Requirements • Previous cleaning experience (care, healthcare, or hospitality preferred), • Basic understanding of hygiene standards and infection control (training provided), • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Good attention to detail and time management, • Reliable, punctual, and flexible, • Basic communication skills in English Desirable • Experience working in a care home, particularly with dementia care, • Knowledge of COSHH regulations, • Basic awareness of dementia and person-centred care approaches, • Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality Personal Attributes • Compassionate and patient, especially when working around vulnerable adults, • Respectful of residents’ dignity, independence, and individuality, • Professional, trustworthy, and discreet, • Calm and positive approach, particularly in sensitive situations What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Training in dementia awareness and care standards, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • pension, meals, uniform

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