109 Best probation service Jobs in Richmond (September 2025)

Wahaca is the leading Mexican restaurant in the UK, founded by Thomasina Miers (Master chef winner) and Mark Selby. Inspired by their time in Mexico and a mission to prove to the UK just how vibrant and delicious Mexican food is, championing great British produce and sourcing ingredients locally. Wahaca remains deeply rooted in the values set by our founders. By showing pride, staying humble, choosing integrity, having fun, and thinking positively, our team serves a taste of Mexican sunshine. With an upbeat atmosphere and chef made dishes, we believe that every meal should be an adventure, every guest a friend, and every moment an opportunity to create lasting memories. We are currently looking for a Prep Chef who has great passion for working with fresh ingredients, takes pride in creating flavourful, vibrant, high quality dishes and wants to be part of a team that delivers excellent service to all our guests. How you’ll drive the success: • Demonstrate your passion for preparing freshly made dishes following our spec • Ensure smooth kitchen operations from setup to closing. • Maintain exceptional cleanliness and food safety standards. • Work alongside your team to create a lively and efficient kitchen environment. At Wahaca, we believe our team deserves the best, and here are just some of the perks we offer: FINANCIAL: - 70% off food when dining at Wahaca with up to 3 friends - £100 to celebrate your probation in Wahaca - Up to £1000 through friend referrals - Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption pay - Early access to wages, financial support and discounts through Wagestream HEALTH AND WELLBEING: - Free, nutritious meal every time you work, freshly made by our talented chefs - Cycle to work scheme - Support from our trained Mental Health First Aiders - Time off for when needed; like your child’s first day at school DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL: - Own development plan and clear career path - Our very own Masterchef and Cocktail competitions - Unwind and turn up the fun at one of our many events across the year TACOVERSARIES: 1 YEAR: £50 voucher 2 YEARS: Flight to Mexico! 5 YEARS: Sabbatical - 4 weeks paid off work! If you're inspired by what you've read and have a passion for delivering exceptional hospitality, we’d be thrilled to have you join our team! ‘Please check our Wahaca Recruitment and Staff Privacy Policy. By applying for a job with us, you acknowledge and accept this policy

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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High Street

Purpose of the role Responsible for assisting the Health Club in the efficient running of the Health Club, ensuring a fun, safe and friendly environment for members and hotel guests. To maximise the sales of Health Club membership and spa treatments and products and ensure sales performance for the department To manage departmental sales and marketing administration and reports in according to company standards To ensure that the Health Club brand is perceived by our trade partners and customers alike as the leading, highly desirable place To work with the Membership Executive to ensure that the Leisure Club’s sales and marketing strategy is implemented successfully To promote a positive perception of the company at all times both internally and externally. Duties and responsibilities To support the Health Club in the effective running of the Health Club Prepares employees rosters in line with business requirements ensuring efficient service to our guests at all times Ensure compliance with all Spa SOPs and Hotel Standards. To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times. To check that all staff are correctly uniformed and that their personal presentation is to the hotel’s standards, and name badges are worn. To respond the telephone enquiries as per club procedures To carry out beauty treatments as booked by clients following Club procedures for pre and post administration including: Facials Back, neck, scalp, full body and deep tissue massage Body sculpting and other detox therapies Hand, nail and food grooming Eyebrow shape and tint Aromatherapy Manicure and pedicure Hair removal To undertake cleaning duties in the treatments room To report all disciplinary and grievance matters immediately to the Health Club Manager. To ensure customer supplies and accessories are replenished as required. To ensure that Lost property is reported inline with Hotel’s Policy To ensure that maintenance issues are communicated to a Duty Manager on duty. To attend training and departmental meetings as requested. To follow all health, safety and hygiene requirements when undertaking tasks throughout the Hotel To take care of all Hotel equipment required to carry out duties and to report defects immediately To report immediately any matters concerning the Security of the Hotel to a Duty Manager on duty. To ensure that all Health & Safety hazards found in Guest Areas (corridors, staircases etc.) are reported immediately to a Duty Manager To ensure that all accidents are reported to a Duty Manager on duty. To arrive for work at the time specified on the Rota, correctly dressed for duty, as per the laid down procedure. To ensure all provided work tools / equipments are well maintained and in proper functional order. To ensure safety and return of all keys, in his/her possession. To ensure that a job of the day is completed in every area daily. To minimise wastage at all opportunities. Sales & Marketing To actively promote the sale of beauty products in conjunction with beauty treatments Plan and achieve department retail sales targets on a monthly basis Monitor and review sales against target Analyse and review business performance for each treatment/product, identifying opportunities and development areas To promote the hotel and its facilities to in house and prospective guests and to liaise with the sales and marketing department To safeguard revenue by controlling allowances and discounts in accordance with the hotel procedures Customer Relations Demonstrate service attributes in accordance with industry expectations and company standards to include: Being attentive to guests Accurately and promptly fulfil guests requests Understand and anticipate guest needs Maintain a high level of knowledge which will enhance the guests experience Demonstrate a service attitude that exceeds expectations Take appropriate action to resolve guest complaints Administration and Reporting: Responsible for all payments made for beauty therapy treatments/products Record details of all treatments taken for each client To take responsibility for stock control accounting systems To take responsibility for cashing up To ensure that sales tracking data is completed on a daily, weekly and monthly basis KPIs such as return appointments, link selling and file cards are updated and results communicated to the Department To ensure that purchase orders are formulated and authorised correctly and in accordance with Company’s procedures Key performance indicators Attention to details Someone who is passionate about exceeding guest expectation Confident team player who can create and maintain a positive attitude with a CAN-DO mentality Team player Ability to work to strict timescales Comfortable to work in a high pressurised environment Ability to smile at all times This role requires an element of manual handling Benefits Meals on duty Staff uniform Company pension contribution after you passing your probation period Recommend a friend reward scheme 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Dry cleaning of your uniform (if applicable) Recognition Programme Seasonal annual parties Staff rate with IHG hotels globally

At Caia, we are seeking a full time experienced waiter to join our front of house team; ideally with 2 year's experience in a smiliar job role in a fast paced environment, eager to work within our growing team. Job Description: • Confidently run & rock your section, • Give warm, attentive service that feels natural - no scripts, just good hospitality., • Bring your own flair to your service!, • A passion for food & the hospitallity scene is a must!, • A good eye on attention to detail Skills: • High energy & positive attitude, • Genuine passion for food, drinks & the local hospitality scene, • Natural with our guests - casual excellent service, • Wine & Cocktail knowledge is preferred, but no worries if not, there's lots of space to learn

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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High Street

Job Description and Summary : To monitors and supervises aquatic activities, including overseeing swimmer safety, rescue operations and staying alert to changing water conditions To ensure that the Health Club brand is perceived by our trade partners and customers alike as the leading, highly desirable place. To always promote a positive perception of the company both internally and externally. Essential Qualification Requirement: We’re looking for safety-focused, skilled professionals to join our team. To be eligible, you must hold a valid RLSS UK Level 3 Award in Pool Lifeguarding. This is a mandatory requirement — candidates without this qualification will not be considered. Duties and responsibilities: Supervising swimming activities at the aquatic centre and making sure that safety procedures, guidelines and policies are followed. Warning of unsafe activities and enforcing water safety policies and pool regulations. Providing first aid in the event of injury, rescuing swimmers in danger or distress and administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or artificial respiration, if necessary. Assessing conditions for safety and coming up with an action plan for aquatics emergency. Inspecting pool equipment, facilities and water to make sure they are usable and safe. Supervising and assisting in cleaning equipment and facilities. Opening and closing the pool each day, depending on schedule and hours. Instructing or assisting classes in fundamentals of swimming Resolving scheduling conflicts to make sure the pool environment is safe. To ensure customer supplies and accessories are replenished as required. To ensure that Lost property is reported in line with Hotel’s Policy To ensure that maintenance issues are communicated to a Duty Manager on duty. To attend training and departmental meetings as requested. To follow all health, safety and hygiene requirements when undertaking tasks throughout the Hotel To take care of all Hotel equipment required to carry out duties and to report defects immediately To report immediately any matters concerning the Security of the Hotel to a Duty Manager on duty. To ensure that all Health & Safety hazards found in Guest Areas (corridors, staircases etc.) are reported immediately to a Duty Manager To ensure that all accidents are reported to a Duty Manager on duty. To arrive for work at the time specified on the Rota, correctly dressed for duty, as per the laid down procedure. To ensure all provided work tools / equipment’s are well maintained and in proper functional order. To ensure safety and return of all keys, in his/her possession. To ensure that a job of the day is completed in every area daily. To minimise wastage at all opportunities. Customer Relations: Demonstrate service attributes in accordance with industry expectations and company standards to include: Being attentive to guests Accurately and promptly fulfil guests’ requests Understand and anticipate guest needs Maintain a high level of knowledge which will enhance the guest’s experience Demonstrate a service attitude that exceeds expectations Take appropriate action to resolve guest complaints Key performance indicators: Attention to details Someone who is passionate about exceeding guest expectation Confident team player who can create and maintain a positive attitude with a CAN-DO mentality Team player Ability to work to strict timescales Comfortable to work in a high pressurised environment Ability to smile at all times This role requires an element of manual handling NPLQ qualification Benefits: Meals on duty Staff uniform Company pension contribution after you passing your probation period Recommend a friend reward scheme 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Dry cleaning of your uniform (if applicable) Training fund assistance of NVQ’s Awards and Recognition Programme Seasonal annual parties Staff rate with IHG hotels globally

Do you have a passion for fresh food, exciting cocktails and want to be part of a team that delivers service excellence? Then look no further. At Wahaca we are a familee that live by our set of values; pride, positivity, humble, integrity and fun. We believe that good food shouldn’t cost the earth and aim to deliver our mission as sustainably as possible. That’s why our kitchen team are fundamental in achieving this and feel proud to do so. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, we have opportunities for everyone that shares our passion for making and serving fresh food to perfection every time. What you will get: · FREE meal on shift PLUS 70% off food to share with 3 friends at all Wahaca after you pass your probation · Paid return flight to Mexico after 2 years - for everyone! · Our very own Masterchef competition · Join the fiesta at our annual summer party plus regular socials with your team · Celebrate your probation with £100 to spend at Wahaca with your favourites · Stay with us for the long haul and enjoy 4 weeks paid time off work after 5 years · Unlock bonuses up to £1,000 through training, development and referrals · Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay · Free English lessons · Fantastic development opportunities across our brands and your own personal development plan · Part and Full-time contracts available (we don’t believe in 0-hour contracts!) About the role… · Prepare delicious fresh food in our lively kitchens across all sections · Set up and close down the kitchen with precision and pride · Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety · Work as a team and have fun in the process! Who are we? Wahaca is the leading Mexican restaurant in the UK and business deeply values driven by its founders. We care about our planet and source our ingredients locally, championing great British produce. Our founders Mark Selby and Thomasina Miers (Masterchef winner) truly believe it’s the people that make a restaurant thrive and want to make every employee’s experience a fun and memorable one. Ready to cook up a storm? Apply now! ‘Please check our Wahaca Recruitment and Staff Privacy Policy. By applying for a job with us, you acknowledge and accept this policy.’

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The Abingdon Restaurant

South Kensington, Kensington and Chelsea

We are looking for a full time Sous Chef to join our kitchen team here at The Abingdon Restaurant. About us: We are a family run restaurant/bar in the heart of Kensington. We offer high quality service with a modern-British, seasonal & local menu, extensive wine list & elaborate cocktail menu. We have been open for over 20 years and a lot of our staff are long term team members so we are really looking for someone committed to join our friendly team. We offer a comprehensive training package and promote our staff in house offering new employees the potential to grow within the company. Our menu, whilst remaining true to British produce, is fresh, innovative and exciting. Our menu changes throughout the year depending on the seasons offering the opportunity to be inspired by new dishes and learn new techniques. Job Description: We are looking for ax experienced Sous Chef with at least 2 years experience in a similar role. We are looking for someone trustworthy, efficient & organised to take care of the running of our kitchen when our head chef is off. Responsibilities include running the pass, ensuring quality and standards are maintained, keeping in top of all due diligence and EHO requirements, ordering, keeping track of stock levels and managing the rest of the kitchen team. What we offer: Flexible hours. Where possible we try and accommodate all staff requests. Staff meals on duty. 50% discount on food & drink. 28 days holiday pay. Casual dress - uniform provided by the company. If you are successful we will keep you on a probation period of two weeks to make sure you are the right fit. Salary: £45,000 per annum ( including service charge) based on 8 shifts per week. Over time is paid extra.

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