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Chef/Cook – Jamaican/Caribbean Cuisine Company: Clarence Dutchie Job Type: Full-Time Location: Birmingham, B6 4UU Clarence Dutchie is a vibrant Jamaican restaurant known for its authentic flavours, rich spices, and soulful cooking. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our team. If you have a deep understanding of Jamaican cuisine, a love for traditional cooking methods, and strong leadership skills, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: 1. Overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation. 2. Prepare and cook authentic Jamaican dishes, including jerk meats, curries, stews, and traditional side dishes. 3. Manage kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and ensure smooth daily operations. 4. Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards in compliance with regulations. 5. Assist with menu development, food costing, and inventory management. Requirements: 1. Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior cook in a Jamaican or Caribbean restaurant. 2. Expertise in Jamaican cooking techniques, seasonings, and traditional ingredients. 3. Strong leadership and team management skills. 4. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. 5. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. 6. Food hygiene and safety certification are key requirements. Benefits: 1. Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic and expanding company. 2. Hands-on training in kitchen production and new product development. 3. Professional development and mentorship from experienced chefs. 4. Staff meals and discounts. 5. A supportive and collaborative work environment. Starting Salary: Starting rate £10.03 - £11.44 per hour If you are a talented chef with a passion for Jamaican cuisine, we would love to welcome you to the Clarence Dutchie family.
Evelé, a bold startup launching 70 luxury influencer trips in 2025 (Dubai, Paris, NY, Japan), is hunting for a Sales Lead to crush our £12.17M revenue goal. We’re linking 2,000+ influencers with brands, tapping the £1.5B UK market, and kicking off with a 47M-impression Dubai trip on May 26. You’ll lead our elite sales crew, close high-value deals (£22.5k slots, £7.5k Moments, £5k Journeys), and drive 616 sales by Q3 2025. What You’ll Do: • Lead and fire up 5 salaried sales reps, hitting 60-100 sales by May 7 (£600k-£1M). • Pitch brands in fashion (£400M), beauty (£350M), travel (£75M-£150M), and beyond, selling our “£20k = 7.9M impressions + 50-100% boost” edge. • Seal big deals (25-35% close rate post-May 26) and tag-team with founders on top-tier clients. • Shape a lean sales machine for a startup scaling fast—525-1,035 pitches Apr-May, 75-150/month after. What You Bring: • Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in marketing, media, or luxury sectors. • Leadership grit to rally a team in a high-octane startup hustle. • Hunger to smash a £12.17M target—slots, Moments, Branded Journeys, and all. • Bonus: Brand rolodex or influencer marketing savvy. Why Evelé? • Ground-floor shot at a startup with £2.16M profit potential (17.7% margin). • £80k base + uncapped 5% commission (£582,500 pool shared, £50k-£100k+ for you). • Lead the charge on a luxury influencer disruptor—£1.5B market, first-mover vibes.