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  • Kitchen Crew Lead
    Kitchen Crew Lead
    11 hours ago
    £14–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    Beckenham

    Sweet Jerk is all about good food, good vibes, and real Caribbean flavour. We serve tasty, feel-good food fast — not fancy, just proper flavour done right. We’ve been open in Beckenham for just over a year and we’re growing fast — with big plans to open more sites. This is your chance to join a team that’s building something special and help shape how our kitchens run. The Role We’re looking for a Kitchen Crew Lead — someone who’s worked in a busy kitchen and knows how to run a smooth shift. If you’ve led or trained others in places like Nando’s, Wingstop, Five Guys, or McDonald’s, this will feel familiar. You’ll be the one keeping the kitchen organised, supporting your crew, and making sure every meal hits Sweet Jerk standards. You’ll also help new starters learn the ropes, keep on top of prep, and make sure the kitchen always runs clean, safe, and smooth. Key Responsibilities • Lead and motivate the back-of-house team to deliver high-quality, consistent food at speed., • Manage prep levels, ticket times, and service flow for smooth, efficient operation., • Train and develop team members to follow Sweet Jerk standards in quality, safety, and presentation., • Oversee daily stock checks, par levels, and deliveries, keeping waste low and efficiency high., • Ensure food-safety, SFBB logs, and hygiene standards are met at all times., • Support rota planning, shift cover, and clear communication with the front-of-house team., • Jump on the line when needed — lead by example and bring positive energy to every shift. What We’re Looking For ✅ 2 + years’ experience in a fast-paced kitchen. ✅ 1 + year in a supervisory or management role (e.g. Kitchen Crew Lead, BOH Supervisor, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager). ✅ Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. ✅ A natural motivator who builds positive team culture. ✅ Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. ✅ A passion for Caribbean food, culture, and customer experience. Why You’ll Love Working at Sweet Jerk ⭐ We’re building a brand from the ground up — you’ll help shape it. ⭐ Big opportunities for growth as we open more restaurants. ⭐ Supportive, family-style team culture (we call our team Jerk Stars). ⭐ Great food, great people, and plenty of good vibes. ⭐ Free staff meals and training provided. How to Apply If you’re a natural leader who loves a fast-paced kitchen and wants to help grow something fresh, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short message telling us why you’d be a great fit for Sweet Jerk Job Type: Full-time Application question(s): • What experience do you have with Caribbean cuisine, and if none, what interests you in working with it?, • Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Experience: Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)

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  • Head Pizza Chef
    Head Pizza Chef
    4 days ago
    £16.5–£17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Crystal Palace, Croydon

    Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 15 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our third shop south of the river and we are so excited to be joining the Crystal Palace neighbourhood. We'll be open seven days a week for delivery collection, plus there's a few seats to dine in too! What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You'll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • You'll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What's on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week. • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI's., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza \& Love, YSP

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  • Specifications & Raw Material Technologist – Food Manufacturing
    Specifications & Raw Material Technologist – Food Manufacturing
    21 days ago
    £34000–£38000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Specifications & Raw Material Technologist Food Manufacturing, South London, £34k-£38k Are you the person who can spot a missing allergen declaration, a packaging compliance gap or an incomplete raw material spec from a mile away? If you enjoy the detail behind the product – the specifications, supplier approvals and raw material data that make everything work – this could be a great move. A well-established food manufacturer is looking to add a Specifications & Raw Material Technologist to its technical team. This role plays a key part in ensuring specifications are accurate, compliant and delivered to customers on time. It’s a role for someone who takes pride in getting the detail right and enjoys working at the centre of supplier data, technical documentation and product integrity. What you’ll be doing You’ll take ownership of raw material and finished product specifications, ensuring they are accurate, approved and fully compliant with customer requirements. Your responsibilities will include: • Completing and maintaining customer specifications and responding to technical enquiries, • Managing raw material and packaging specifications to ensure accuracy and compliance, • Supporting the supplier approval and review process for ingredients, packaging and services, • Completing raw material risk assessments, including vulnerability and integrity reviews, • Monitoring traceability and brand integrity claims back to raw materials, • Attending pre and post-trial meetings to support product development, • Participating in internal audits and technical projects What we’re looking for You’ll likely already be working as a: • Specifications Technologist, • Raw Material Technologist, • Technical Services Technologist within food manufacturing. You’ll bring: • Experience completing retailer or customer specifications, • Knowledge of raw materials, • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, • Good numeracy, literacy and IT skills Why this role? This is an opportunity to join a business where the technical function is well established and respected, and where the specifications and raw materials process plays a critical role in protecting product quality and brand integrity. You’ll work closely with technical, R&D and procurement teams, giving you real visibility across the product lifecycle. If you’re someone who enjoys the challenge of getting specifications right, managing supplier data and keeping technical documentation audit-ready, this role will play to your strengths. Interested? Apply today with your cv Sorry visa sponsorship is not available with this position.

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  • Job Title: Patient Promoter – Conways Opticians, Sutton
    Job Title: Patient Promoter – Conways Opticians, Sutton
    1 month ago
    £12.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Sutton

    Are you a people person with a passion for promoting health and well-being? Do you have the confidence and charisma to strike up a conversation with anyone you meet? If you enjoy engaging with people, making connections, and helping others, we want YOU to join our team at Conways Opticians in Sutton! About Conways Opticians: Conways Opticians is not your average optician. We believe in providing top-tier eye care with a personal touch. Our mission is simple: to help our community see better and live better. As a Patient Promoter, you’ll be at the heart of that mission—helping our local community understand the importance of eye health while promoting our services with enthusiasm and professionalism. The Role: As a Patient Promoter at Conways Opticians, you will be an essential part of our customer journey, engaging with passing foot traffic to raise awareness about the importance of eye exams and encouraging people to book their appointments with us. Your primary goal is to spark conversations, educate, and generate bookings—all while standing outside our store on the vibrant high street of Sutton. Key Responsibilities: Engage with passers-by: Warmly approach and engage people walking by, sparking conversations about the importance of eye health and the benefits of regular eye exams. Promote our services: Enthusiastically communicate our eye care services and book appointments for eye exams on the spot. Generate appointments: Create a buzz by effectively encouraging potential patients to schedule their eye exams, helping us grow our customer base. Customer service excellence: Provide outstanding customer service by being informative, friendly, and approachable at all times. Represent Conways: Be a positive ambassador of our brand by embodying our values and commitment to eye care. What We’re Looking For: Great Communication Skills: You must be confident and able to engage with a wide variety of people in a friendly and professional manner. Outgoing Personality: We need someone who’s comfortable talking to strangers, approachable, and full of energy. Customer Service Excellence: You should have a knack for creating positive experiences and making people feel comfortable and informed. Passion for Eye Health: A genuine interest in educating others about the importance of eye exams and helping them understand how we can improve their lives through better vision. Self-Motivated & Target-Driven: While you’ll have the flexibility to work your own hours, we need someone who’s goal-oriented and driven to generate appointments. Flexibility: Part-time, full-time, or weekend hours available! We’re open to accommodating your schedule. What We Offer: Competitive Pay: £12.50 per hour, with the potential for bonuses based on performance. Flexible Hours: Work hours that fit around your schedule—whether that’s part-time, full-time, or just weekends, we’re happy to accommodate. Supportive Environment: Join a dynamic, friendly, and passionate team that’s committed to supporting you in your success. Opportunity to Grow: As we expand, there are plenty of opportunities for career progression within the company. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking optician that puts the customer at the heart of everything we do. Work in a Vibrant Area: Sutton’s high street is the perfect place to interact with a variety of people, ensuring no two days are the same! Make a Real Difference: You’ll help people understand the value of their vision and encourage them to take action towards better eye health. If you’re ready to take the first step in an exciting new role, where you’ll be on the frontlines of real, impactful change, apply now to join the Conways Opticians family!

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    London

    🌟 Front of House Team Member – Marinatto (Streatham, SW16) We’re looking for a friendly and passionate Front of House Team Member to join our team at Marinatto – a vibrant, independent Brazilian restaurant and bar in the heart of Streatham. Whether you’re taking orders, serving food and drinks, making barista-style coffees, or mixing a perfect Caipirinha at the bar – you’ll be part of a warm, welcoming team that delivers great service with genuine hospitality. 💡 About the Role As a Front of House Team Member, you’ll: Greet and serve guests with warmth, energy and attention to detail Take food and drink orders, explain our Brazilian menu and daily specials Shifts made to Work across the floor, bar, and coffee station on different days. Prepare hot drinks to a high standard (barista training provided) Serve cocktails, beers and soft drinks with confidence and care Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the front of house at all times Help create an upbeat, inclusive and memorable experience for every guest 🧾 What We’re Looking For Experience as a waiter/waitress, bartender, or barista in a restaurant, pub, bar, or café A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for working with people Keen to learn and grow, even if you don’t know much about Brazilian food (yet!) Strong communication skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure 🇧🇷 About Us Marinatto is a cosy and colourful Brazilian restaurant, independently owned and proud to serve authentic pizzas, street food and cocktails made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. We’re passionate about great food, excellent service, and creating a space where everyone feels welcome – from our guests to our team. 💷 Benefits • 25% off food and Drink, • Free meals and drinks on shift, • Long service recognition and rewards, • Early access to your earned pay (if needed), • Auto-enrolment into pension scheme, • Full training and development support provided 💚 Why Join Us? Work in a relaxed, inclusive and supportive team Be part of a community-focused restaurant with a loyal local following Learn about Brazilian food, culture and cocktails Make real connections – with your team and our guests Grow your skills and career with us as we continue to thrive 📍 Location: Marinatto, 27 Streatham High Road, London SW16 1DT

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  • Property Procurement/Sourcing Manager
    Property Procurement/Sourcing Manager
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Overview We are seeking a proactive and well-connected Property Procurement professional to source residential and/or commercial properties across specific London postcodes. The role involves building strong relationships with landlords, agents, and local councils, and securing suitable properties that meet business requirements. We are open to candidates at junior, mid-level, and senior stages of their career. Key Responsibilities Property Sourcing & Acquisition Source suitable properties within targeted London postcodes Identify on-market and off-market opportunities through direct landlord engagement, agents, and local networks Conduct initial assessments to ensure properties meet required criteria (location, size, compliance, pricing) Landlord & Agent Relations Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, letting agents, and property owners Negotiate commercial terms, rents, and lease conditions where required Act as the main point of contact throughout the procurement process Council & Compliance Liaison Liaise with local councils where necessary regarding licensing, planning, compliance, or housing standards Support applications for HMO licences, planning permissions, or change of use (experience-dependent) Ensure properties meet local authority and regulatory requirements Market Intelligence Monitor London property market trends within assigned postcodes Advise on availability, pricing expectations, and acquisition strategies Maintain an up-to-date pipeline of potential properties Reporting & Administration Maintain accurate records of leads, negotiations, and secured properties Provide regular updates and reports to management Coordinate with legal, operations, and compliance teams as required Experience & Skill Levels Junior Level Interest in property, real estate, or housing sector Strong communication and negotiation skills Willingness to learn council processes and landlord engagement Organised, driven, and confident dealing with external stakeholders Mid-Level Proven experience sourcing properties in London Existing relationships with landlords and/or agents Familiarity with London boroughs and postcode-specific dynamics Understanding of basic council and compliance processes Senior Level Extensive property procurement experience across London Strong landlord, agent, and council networks Ability to work independently and lead sourcing strategy Proven track record of securing properties at scale Experience negotiating complex deals and managing multiple boroughs Key Skills & Attributes Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills Excellent local knowledge of London postcodes and boroughs Ability to work independently and meet targets Confident liaising with councils and regulatory bodies Commercial awareness and problem-solving mindset

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    2 months ago
    £13.8–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    Bromley

    Bright Sky Care are looking for motivated Carers and Support Workers to work for our domiciliary care clients. You will assist our service users with a variety of duties, and in doing so you will observe and respect their dignity, privacy and independence, as far as is practical. This is what you get with us: Bright Sky Care is a premium domiciliary care provider, we focus on delivering the highest quality care to every one of our customers ensuring that our ethos of Empathy, Excellence and a passionate people first approach underpins our service. This means we take pride in our staff being the best in class to be able to deliver uncompromising quality service. In order to maintain best in class staff, we strive to ensure you are happy in your work environment across the factors that truly matter. We are proud to say we will commit to providing a competitive financial package, real Career Growth is also a priority, as ‘we grow you grow’, we are happy to assist in your career goals (whether you want to become a nurse, registered manager, operations manager etc). About us: Bright Sky Care is a customer focused agency with a focus across the following locations: Bromley, Beckenham, Chislehurst, West Wickham, Orpington, Greater London, and across Kent , the team have 50+ years experience in business and customer focused industries and are keen to revolutionise the care sector with a premium, high quality, people-first centred approach. We are aware that people seeking care services generally don’t want to go into a care home, however trying to reach the level of quality of care they want at home can be a challenge. This is the problem Bright Sky Care is here to solve!! We aim to provide a people-first centred approach delivering premium care to people in the comfort of their own home. About you: This role would be perfect for anyone who is ambitious and wants to be part of growing, developing and working with the best team within the industry. If you are a genuine caring individual who embodies our ethos of Passion, Empathy and Excellence then we think you will be a perfect fit to join our family. We will only consider candidates with a minimum Level 2 NVQ and Care Certificate. Experience in any of these previous roles would be advantageous: Care Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Domiciliary Care, Community Care or HCA roles. Candidates with full UK driving licenses with access to their own vehicle preferred as the regions we cover may not have the best transport links. We are not able to provide sponsorship at this time. Responsibilities: Your role with us will largely depend on the customer you are working with as we support a wide range of individuals, but some of Your main duties and responsibilities will include: ● Providing personal and practical care services for people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities ● Assisting service users with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing and the toilet where necessary ● Administering medication ● Helping service users with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence and help in use- and care of aids and personal equipment. ● Care for service users who need end of life care ● Help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of service users through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and recreation ● Promoting customer health and wellbeing, enabling them to live their life to the full ● Helping to prepare meals as well as assisting with social activities. ● To read and write in log-book records and take part in staff and service users’ meetings and in training activities as directed; · updating and completing paperwork and case logs/diaries Benefits: ● Free training ● Further training up to NVQ level 3 and beyond ● Day off on your birthday ● Free MOT Testing ● Career Progression opportunities ● Flexible Shift patterns ● Immediate Start ● Annual DBS screening Ability to commute/to: ● Bromley, Biggin Hill, Croydon, Sevenoaks, Gravesend Kent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) ● Greater London Boroughs Remuneration: ● £12.40 - £15.50 an hour Job type: ● Full-time ● Part-time Shift and schedule: ● 12 hour shift ● 8 hour shift ● Weekends availability ● Night Shift ● Overtime ● Flexible Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Referral programme Application question(s): Do you have a minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivelant? Do you require sponsorship to work in the united kingdom? Do you have your own car? Education: GCSE or equivalent (required) Experience: Home care: 2 years (required) Language: English (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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