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Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. Looking for a PART TIME WAITER (18-24hrs per week) GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2025 & 2026 We are a proudly independent restaurant based in Putney, South West London who are looking for a PART TIME WAITER. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants at waiter level. Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards. Craig & The Home Team

We're a friendly, independent Gastro-pub in Richmond looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Waiter to join our team. If you've got a passion for hospitality, good conversation, and making guests feel at home, we'd love to hear from you.

Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. Looking for a PART TIME BARTENDER (18-24hrs per week) GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2025 & 2026 We are a proudly independent restaurant based in Putney, South West London who are looking for a FULL TIME BARTENDER. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants at senior bartender/bar supervisor level. Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards. Craig & The Home Team

We are seeking a enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Manager to join our Warm Rosette Pub in Barnes! We’re a community-focused pub in Barnes, with a strong reputation for great food, drinks and service. Alongside our everyday pub trade, we host a wide range of events, from birthdays and private parties to weddings, celebrations and larger gatherings. We’re looking for someone who is confident leading a team, passionate about hospitality and understands what it takes to run a successful pub. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll play an important role in the day to day running of The Crossing. You’ll be a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable managing a busy Friday night, overseeing a private celebration or making sure the cellar is running perfectly. You’ll help ensure that our guests receive consistently excellent service while supporting the team and maintaining the high standards we expect across the pub. Key responsibilities • Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day operation of the pub, • Leading and motivating the team during busy services, • Maintaining consistently high standards of service, presentation and hospitality, • Taking responsibility for the pub in the absence of the General Manager, • Managing and maintaining the cellar, gas, • Managing stock levels, deliveries and stock rotation, • Supporting ordering and reducing waste and unnecessary stock loss, • Ensuring licensing, health & safety and company procedures are followed, • Training and developing team members, • Dealing confidently and professionally with guest feedback and complaints, • Helping maintain excellent relationships with regular customers and the local community Events are an important part of The Crossing, so experience in private hire and event management is highly desirable. This will include: • Liaising with guests and helping understand their event requirements, • Helping plan and organise events from enquiry through to completion, • Coordinating with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Ensuring event spaces are prepared and presented to a high standard, • Managing timings, menus, drinks packages and special requests, • Providing a warm, professional and personal service to hosts and their guests, • Helping generate repeat business and positive recommendations We’re looking for someone who: • Has previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a pub, bar, restaurant or similar hospitality environment, • Is confident and experienced with cellar management, • Has a genuine interest in beer, drinks and hospitality, • Has experience working with private events, functions or celebrations, • Is confident leading a team and taking responsibility, • Has excellent attention to detail and high standards, • Is calm and organised under pressure, • Has excellent communication and customer service skills, • Is commercially aware and understands the importance of sales, GP, stock control and reducing waste, • Is friendly, approachable and enjoys getting to know customers, • Is willing to be hands-on and lead by example, • Has a positive attitude and takes pride in the venue they work in What we offer • A key management position within a well-established Barnes pub, • Great shift patterns, this is not a late pub, • A friendly and supportive working environment, • The opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact, • Festive bonuses, • Staff benefits and discounts This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys pub life — someone who can confidently run a busy service, look after a cellar, lead a team and make sure a wedding, birthday or celebration is an event guests will remember. If you’re passionate about hospitality, take pride in high standards and want to be part of a busy, ambitious pub in the heart of Barnes, we’d love to hear from you.

Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. • GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2026, • We are a fiercely independent restaurant group based in South West London who are looking for a FULL TIME JUNIOR SOUS CHEF to join our kitchen brigade in PUTNEY. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants., • THE GOOD BITS - Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards. If this sounds like a bit of you then do get in touch. Craig & The Home Team

Job Title: Sous Chef Location: TW10, Richmond area Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Schedule: Lunch to dinner service About the Role We are recruiting for a Sous Chef to join a well-established pub/restaurant in the TW10 area, operating a lunch-through-dinner service. This is a permanent position suited to a chef looking to build their career in a supportive, hands-on kitchen. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and service standards, • Assisting with stock control, ordering and kitchen organization, • Training and supporting junior members of the kitchen team, • Ensuring full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards About You • Previous experience in a similar kitchen environment, • A driven, can-do attitude with a genuine eagerness to learn and progress, • Full UK driving license and own transport preferred, • Living locally to TW10 (Richmond, Ham, Kingston area) is an advantage, • Reliable, organized, and a strong team player What We Offer • Competitive rate of pay, • Permanent, stable working pattern, • Opportunity to develop and progress within the role, • A supportive, professional kitchen environment

We're a friendly, independent Gastro-pub in Richmond looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Bartender / Cocktail Waiter to join our team. If you've got a passion for great drinks, good conversation, and making guests feel at home, we'd love to hear from you.

BAR STAFF – JOB DESCRIPTION A.K. Whelan Pubs (AKW) Position: Bar Staff / Bar Team Member Hours: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Location: Various Venues Across London & the South ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic and reliable people to join our bar teams across A.K. Whelan Pubs. Our Bar Staff are at the heart of the customer experience. You will be responsible for delivering excellent service, maintaining high standards and helping create the welcoming, lively atmosphere our pubs are known for. Previous bar experience is an advantage, but attitude, reliability and a willingness to learn are equally important. Our values are simple: PEOPLE • STANDARDS • FUN We want team members who enjoy hospitality, take pride in their work and understand the importance of giving every customer a great experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Customer Service • Welcome customers in a friendly and professional manner., • Provide fast, efficient and engaging bar service., • Take customer orders accurately and process payments correctly., • Have a good knowledge of the drinks and products available., • Assist customers with questions and recommendations., • Deal with customer queries professionally and escalate issues to management where required., • Help create a positive, welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. Bar Service • Prepare and serve draught beers, spirits, wines, soft drinks and other beverages to company standards., • Ensure correct glassware, measures and presentation are used., • Maintain excellent product quality and presentation., • Follow responsible alcohol service procedures at all times., • Comply fully with Challenge 25 and licensing requirements., • Report any dispense, cellar or product-quality issues immediately. Cash & Till Procedures • Operate the EPOS/till system accurately., • Process cash and card transactions correctly., • Follow company procedures relating to discounts, refunds and voids., • Never give away stock or provide unauthorised discounts., • Report till discrepancies or transaction issues immediately. Stock Control • Handle all stock carefully and responsibly., • Follow correct measures and portion controls., • Minimise wastage and report breakages, spillages and wastage., • Assist with deliveries and stock rotation when required., • Maintain secure storage of stock., • Support management with stocktakes where required. Cleaning & Standards • Maintain a clean, organised and fully stocked bar throughout the shift., • Keep bar tops, shelves, fridges, glasswash areas and customer-facing areas clean., • Complete opening, closing and cleaning duties as instructed., • Ensure glasses are cleaned, polished and stored correctly., • Maintain high standards in customer areas, toilets and external areas where required., • Report maintenance, health & safety or cleanliness issues immediately. Licensing, Safety & Compliance • Follow all premises licence conditions and company policies., • Apply Challenge 25 consistently., • Refuse service appropriately when required and inform management., • Follow company procedures regarding intoxicated customers., • Comply with health & safety, fire safety, food hygiene and allergen procedures., • Report accidents, incidents or security concerns immediately., • Work responsibly to protect customers, colleagues and the business. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking for people who are: • Friendly, positive and approachable., • Reliable and punctual., • Customer-focused., • Comfortable working in a busy environment., • Able to work effectively as part of a team., • Willing to learn and develop., • Able to maintain standards during busy periods., • Honest and responsible when handling cash and stock., • Flexible regarding evenings, weekends and bank holidays., • Passionate about hospitality and delivering great service. EXPERIENCE Previous experience in a pub, bar, restaurant or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential. Training can be provided for the right candidate. Experience with draught products, EPOS systems, cocktails, food service or high-volume venues would be beneficial. WORKING HOURS Our venues trade across weekdays, evenings and weekends. Applicants should therefore be prepared to work a mixture of: • Day shifts, • Evening shifts, • Weekends, • Bank holidays, • Major sporting and entertainment events Hours and shift patterns will depend on the individual venue and position. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive rates of pay, • Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities, • Training and development, • Opportunities to progress into supervisory and management positions, • Experience within a growing multi-site pub business, • Supportive venue and operations teams, • A lively and varied working environment CAREER DEVELOPMENT We believe in developing talented people from within the business. For team members who demonstrate strong performance, reliability and leadership potential, there may be opportunities to progress through: Bar Staff → Supervisor → Assistant Manager → Deputy Manager → General Manager OUR EXPECTATIONS Every member of the team represents the venue and A.K. Whelan Pubs. We expect our Bar Staff to arrive ready for work, maintain professional standards, support their colleagues and deliver excellent customer service throughout every shift. Above all, we want people who contribute positively to our culture: PEOPLE • STANDARDS • FUN

Job Description: Experienced HEAD CHEF Mediterranean & Italian Brunch / À La Carte Concept Richmond, London We are currently searching for a highly experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of an ambitious and growing hospitality concept in Richmond. This is not a standard pub kitchen role. We are looking for a serious chef with strong Mediterranean and Italian experience, capable of delivering high quality breakfast, brunch and refined à la carte dining at consistently high standards. Our food direction combines: elevated Mediterranean cuisine premium brunch and breakfast fresh seafood and grill dishes elegant sharing plates modern Italian influences commercially successful but beautifully executed food The ideal candidate will have: strong experience within respected Mediterranean or Italian kitchens excellent breakfast and brunch knowledge confident à la carte and high-volume service experience strong leadership and organisational skills calm, professional kitchen presence creativity balanced with consistency excellent attention to detail and presentation stable long-term employment history We are not looking for: trend-driven “Instagram chefs” candidates with constant short-term job hopping basic pub-food background only inexperienced junior chefs applying above their level We value: Elegant food without unnecessary complication. Premium quality without ego. Creativity with consistency. This is a genuine opportunity for a chef who wants to help shape a long-term project with strong standards, creative input and future growth potential. Important: At present, we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applications requesting sponsorship only will not be considered. Please apply only if you have relevant experience and genuinely feel aligned with the level and direction of the project. Richmond, London Full Time Weekend availability essential Watermans Richmond “For Those Who Know.” Work Location: In person