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Kurte Bakery and Bistro is a newly opened halal turkish food bakery and bistro. We are looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic team member to join our front-of-house team.We are looking for someone who enjoys interacting with customers, has a positive attitude and takes pride in providing excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities • Welcome customers and provide friendly, attentive service., • Take food and drink orders accurately., • Serve food and beverages., • Prepare and maintain tables and dining areas., • Keep the restaurant clean, tidy and organised., • Work closely with kitchen and front-of-house colleagues., • Ensure customers have a positive dining experience. Requirements • Previous hospitality or customer service experience is preferred., • Good communication and interpersonal skills., • Friendly, professional and customer-focused attitude., • Reliable, punctual and well-organised., • Able to work independently and as part of a team., • Flexible availability is essential., • Must be available to work Saturdays and Sundays. Working Hours • Approximately 4–5 days per week., • Flexible shifts depending on business needs., • Weekend availability is essential., • Working days and hours will be discussed during the interview. If you are enthusiastic about hospitality and would like to be part of a new and growing business, we would love to hear from you!

PINNOVA TEDDINGTON MODERN PAN ASIAN RESTAURANT & COCKTAIL BAR NOW HIRING – JOIN OUR HIGH-ENERGY RESTAURANT TEAM! Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? Love good food, great people, and high vibes? We’re looking for enthusiastic, hardworking team members to join our growing restaurant! POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Servers / Waitstaff Hosts / Hostesses Bartenders Line Cooks / Prep Cooks Bussers / Runners Dishwashers What We’re Looking For: ✔ Positive attitude & team spirit ✔ Strong work ethic ✔ Ability to keep up in a fast-paced setting ✔ Excellent communication and customer service skills If you're ready to bring the energy and be part of something exciting . Let’s create unforgettable experiences — together. 🚀

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes consistently, following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Key responsibilities include: • Organising mise en place and keeping your section fully stocked for service, • Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistent standard, • Working efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality, • Communicating clearly with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Following food safety, allergen control, hygiene and cleaning procedures, • Maintaining an organised workstation and using equipment safely, • Supporting the wider kitchen team and helping with deliveries, storage and stock rotation Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred. You should have strong practical cooking skills, good attention to detail, a reliable and professional approach, and the ability to work calmly as part of a busy team. Flexibility to work agreed shifts, including evenings and weekends, is required.

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Hampstead brings the warmth and creativity of our delis to one of London's most beloved neighbourhoods. Nestled in the heart of Hampstead village, our deli has become a cherished gathering place for the local community. Ottolenghi is looking for a Front of House team member to join them on a full-time basis. As a Front of House Assistant, you'll be the face of Ottolenghi, welcoming customers into our shop, assisting with their purchases, and ensuring they have a wonderful experience. While the role primarily involves shop assistant duties, you will also be cross-trained in other departments to support our diverse operations. This could include helping with table service or bar shifts, so flexibility and a proactive attitude are key. The ideal Front of House Team Member will be: • Greeting our guests with a warm welcome, • Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and a commitment to exceeding guest expectation, • Working with other team-members to ensure a streamline service, • Assist in other areas as needed, including bar shifts, • Selling products with knowledge in our shop area, • Giving great customer service when serving our guests food and drink The ideal Front of House Team Member at Ottolenghi will have: • Experience in retail and or hospitality, • Excellent communication skills and a good level of English, both spoken and written, • A positive friendly attitude, • The ability and desire to provide exceptionally high levels of customer service to create exceptional experiences What's in it for you: • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef's Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years' service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for a skilled and customer-focused team member to help create an excellent dining experience for every guest. Key responsibilities include: • Greeting guests warmly and taking accurate food and beverage orders, • Providing clear information about menu items and answering customer questions, • Delivering orders promptly and checking that guests are satisfied, • Communicating effectively with the kitchen team to ensure order accuracy, • Managing multiple front-of-house tasks in a fast-paced environment, • Presenting bills and processing payments accurately, • Maintaining a polite, professional and welcoming manner at all times The successful candidate will be patient, personable, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team. Good communication skills and the ability to remain organised under pressure are essential. The role involves shift work, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook high-quality Mediterranean-inspired dishes while following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing ingredients and organising mise en place before service, • Cooking and presenting dishes consistently during busy services, • Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workstation, • Following food safety, hygiene and allergen-control procedures, • Supporting stock rotation, deliveries and kitchen organisation, • Communicating effectively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Working collaboratively to maintain smooth service and high standards Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred. You should have good practical cooking skills, attention to detail, a reliable and professional approach, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Flexibility to work agreed shifts, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Rossella is a family-run Italian restaurant. Our original restaurant in Kentish Town has traded for 15 years and was voted one of the Top 10 Italian restaurants in London by OpenTable. Our new restaurant in Muswell Hill is growing fast, and we are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to help us run it and grow with us. The role: Run services day to day on the floor Lead, train and motivate the front of house team Keep our service standards high and look after guests, including handling any issues Work closely with our management team Help with rotas, stock and the day-to-day running of the restaurant We are looking for someone who: Has at least 2 years as an assistant manager, supervisor or head waiter in a sit-down restaurant Is confident leading a team during busy services Has excellent guest service and strong English Is available for evenings and weekends Wants a long-term role with real opportunities to grow What's in it for you: Full-time, 45-50 hours per week GBP 15-17 per hour depending on experience, plus tips and service charge, paid every two weeks Ongoing training and development Free staff food and drinks whilst working 50% staff discount, plus 30% for friends and family Guaranteed birthday off When applying, please tell us about your management experience, the size of the teams you have led, and why you would like to join Rossella.

Experience required for Barista and food handling (sandwich making) minimum 2 years experience with references.Health and hygiene certification to date is a must.Distance from work no more then 1/2 hour travel.Fool time only!Please don’t apply if you don’t answer all the above criteria.Must be available for weekends,bank holidays and half terms.Must have all legal documents for working legal in the UK. Experience minimum 2 years a must.

We are seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at a modern European restaurant inspired by Spanish and Greek Mediterranean flavours. You will oversee restaurant service, brunch and a diverse programme of weddings, private dining, corporate events, canapé receptions and bowl-food catering. The role includes: • Leading menu development and execution across lunch, dinner, brunch and private events., • Creating seasonal dishes that combine traditional techniques with a modern approach., • Designing tailored menus for events, tastings and different service formats., • Planning production and kitchen logistics for high-volume events while maintaining consistently high standards., • Managing prep schedules, ordering, stock control, food safety, allergens and waste reduction., • Costing dishes, managing suppliers and supporting strong gross profit performance., • Recruiting, training and developing a high-performing kitchen team., • Managing rotas, labour costs and staff performance., • Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen in line with EHO standards., • Working closely with the owner, general manager and events team to ensure seamless kitchen and front-of-house operations. You should have at least five years’ experience in senior kitchen roles. Strong experience in Spanish and/or Greek cuisine, Mediterranean produce and modern culinary techniques is essential. You will also need proven experience delivering à la carte service and event catering simultaneously, excellent menu-costing and organisational skills, strong people-management abilities, and the confidence to perform under pressure.

We are looking for an experienced Full-Time Barista to join our team at HAVE AN AVO Atelier in West Hampstead.The ideal candidate will have: • Minimum 2 years’ barista experience, • Strong latte art and coffee-making skills, • Excellent customer service, • Experience making smoothies and other drinks, • Confidence serving wine and simple cocktails, • Ability to support the floor/FOH team when required, • Full flexibility across weekdays and weekends This is a full-time position for someone energetic, reliable and comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment.

Purpose of the role To take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, delivering consistently high-quality food while maintaining an organised, safe and commercially efficient operation. The Head Chef will lead and develop the kitchen team, manage preparation and service, control food costs and waste, and work closely with restaurant management to meet agreed standards and business targets. Key responsibilities 1. Kitchen operations and service • Lead the kitchen during preparation and service, taking an active role in cooking and managing the pass., • Plan daily preparation levels around bookings, expected trade and upcoming events., • Allocate duties clearly and ensure each section is ready before service., • Check dishes for taste, temperature, portion size and presentation before they leave the kitchen., • Maintain consistent standards through agreed recipes, preparation methods and plating specifications., • Communicate with front of house about availability, specials, dietary requests and service delays., • Resolve kitchen problems promptly and respond constructively to customer feedback. 2. Team leadership and staffing • Lead by example, creating a professional, respectful and accountable working environment., • Prepare kitchen rotas in line with anticipated trade and agreed labour budgets., • Organise effective cover for holidays, absence and busy service periods., • Train new starters and develop existing staff in cooking techniques, recipes, service standards and safe working practices., • Monitor performance, provide regular feedback and address concerns with management., • Support recruitment and identify training needs across the kitchen team., • Ensure opening, closing and handover duties are completed consistently. 3. Food costing, purchasing and stock control • Work to agreed food gross-profit, purchasing and waste targets., • Maintain accurate recipe costings, portion specifications and preparation yields., • Monitor ingredient price changes and flag their impact on dish profitability., • Place orders in line with forecast demand, available stock and approved budgets., • Check deliveries for quality, quantity and condition, resolving discrepancies with suppliers., • Maintain stock rotation, labelling and organised storage., • Complete regular stocktakes and investigate unusual usage or discrepancies., • Record and review waste, taking practical steps to reduce overproduction, spoilage and avoidable losses. 4. Menu development • Work with management to develop dishes and menus suited to the restaurant’s customers, concept and price points., • Balance creativity with profitability, kitchen capacity and speed of service., • Trial and cost new dishes before introduction., • Produce clear recipe cards, portion guides and presentation standards., • Train the team before menu changes go live., • Keep ingredient and allergen information up to date when recipes or suppliers change. 5. Food safety, hygiene and safe working • Take day-to-day responsibility for implementing the restaurant’s food-safety procedures., • Ensure staff follow agreed controls for storage, preparation, cooking, cooling, reheating and cleaning., • Maintain accurate food-safety records and ensure required checks are completed., • Manage allergen information and communication, including controls to reduce cross-contact., • Maintain cleaning schedules and verify that work areas, equipment and storage areas meet the restaurant’s standards., • Report equipment faults, safety hazards and maintenance requirements promptly., • Support inspections and audits, completing agreed corrective actions., • Ensure staff use equipment safely and follow the restaurant’s health and safety procedures. 6. Communication and accountability • Hold regular kitchen briefings and communicate priorities clearly., • Attend management meetings and report on food costs, waste, staffing and operational issues., • Agree purchasing, menu changes and staffing decisions within the authority set by management., • Work closely with front of house to improve service flow and the customer experience., • Maintain clear handovers so the kitchen operates consistently in the Head Chef’s absence. Person specification Essential • Proven experience leading a restaurant kitchen as a Head Chef, or as a Senior Sous Chef ready to take full responsibility., • Strong practical cooking skills and the ability to maintain consistent standards during busy services., • Experience managing, training and motivating a kitchen team., • Sound understanding of recipe costing, portion control, stock management and waste reduction., • Practical knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management and safe kitchen working., • Strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills., • Ability to plan preparation, prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure., • Willingness to work the agreed shift pattern, including evenings and weekends. Desirable • Experience in [insert cuisine or restaurant style]., • Relevant professional cookery qualifications or equivalent practical experience., • Level 3 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to complete suitable supervisory training., • Experience developing menus and maintaining recipe-costing systems., • Familiarity with digital ordering, stock-control or rota software., • Experience supporting food-safety inspections and internal audits.

Night Cleaner – Pizzeria Pellone (East Finchley, Battersea & Hammersmith) Pizzeria Pellone is a Neapolitan pizzeria group with three sites across London. We're looking for a reliable, hard-working Night Cleaner to keep our restaurants spotless and ready for service every morning. The role You'll do a nightly turnaround of all three sites after close, making sure each one is clean, safe and ready for the morning team. Responsibilities • Deep clean kitchen floors, surfaces, prep areas and equipment exteriors, • Clean dining areas, tables, chairs and front of house, • Clean and restock toilets, • Empty bins and take out rubbish and recycling, • Report any maintenance issues, pest signs or damage to management, • Lock up and secure each site Schedule 6 nights per week, starting from 12am What we're looking for • Previous cleaning experience, ideally in restaurants or commercial kitchens, • Reliable, punctual and able to work on your own, • Attention to detail and pride in your work, • Comfortable working nights, • Right to work in the UK What we offer • £12.27 per hour, • Staff meals and discount, • Stable, long-term role in a growing group

Polanco is a small, modern Mexican restaurant in the heart of Kensal Rise, known for its vibrant food, quality ingredients, warm atmosphere, and excellent reputation. We are looking for a versatile and passionate Chef to join our close-knit kitchen team. This is a hands-on role that combines food preparation, service, and general kitchen responsibilities, making it ideal for a chef who enjoys variety and takes pride in producing consistently high-quality food. The Role As a Chef at Polanco, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of our kitchen. You will be involved in all aspects of the kitchen including prep, service, and general cleaning duties. Working closely with a small team to ensure high safety and food quality standards. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing fresh ingredients and components to a consistently high standard., • Working efficiently during busy food service periods., • Cooking and plating dishes according to Polanco's recipes and presentation standards., • Maintaining excellent standards of food quality, consistency, and portion control., • Sharing all kitchen responsibilities amongst the small kitchen team, which may include cleaning, washing dishes, putting away deliveries etc., • Ensuring the kitchen is organised, clean, and fully prepared for service., • Following food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen procedures., • Supporting stock rotation, deliveries, storage, and kitchen organisation., • Contributing to menu preparation and development where appropriate., • Working collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams., • Taking responsibility for maintaining a professional and positive kitchen environment. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is: • An experienced and confident Chef with a genuine passion for food., • Comfortable working across both prep and service., • Reliable, organised, and able to work well under pressure., • A strong team player with a positive attitude., • Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards., • Knowledgeable about food hygiene and kitchen safety., • Passionate about Mexican cuisine or excited to learn and develop their knowledge of it., • Able to work efficiently in a small, busy, quality-focused restaurant environment. Mexican cuisine experience is a bonus but not essential — enthusiasm, adaptability, and a strong work ethic are equally important to us. What We Offer • 28 days holiday., • £14-£16.50 per hour., • The opportunity to work in a respected, independent Mexican restaurant., • A friendly, supportive, and professional working environment., • The chance to develop your skills and knowledge of modern Mexican cuisine., • Staff meals. Join Our Team If you're a talented, hardworking Chef looking for a role where you can make a real contribution, develop your skills, and be part of a passionate team, we'd love to hear from you. To apply: Please send us your CV and a brief introduction telling us about your experience and why you'd like to join Polanco.

Join our team at 188 Broadhurst Gardens (NW6 3AY) for our upcoming restaurant hiring event on Monday, October 5th, and Tuesday, October 6th, starting from 12:00 PM. We are actively looking for passionate individuals to fill vital hospitality roles, including chefs, waitresses, and bartenders. Whether you are an experienced culinary professional or a front-of-house star dedicated to exceptional service, we want to meet you for on-the-spot interviews. Don't miss this opportunity to advance your hospitality career—drop your CV and book your interview slot today.

About the role We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team. Working closely with the Head Chef and restaurant management, you will help deliver consistently high-quality food, keep service running smoothly, and maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety. You will lead by example, support and develop the kitchen team, and take charge of the kitchen when the Head Chef is absent. This role suits someone who takes pride in their cooking, communicates clearly and remains calm during busy service. Key responsibilities Food preparation and service Food quality: Prepare, cook and present dishes consistently, following agreed recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. Service preparation: Organise mise en place and ensure each section is stocked and ready before service. Kitchen coordination: Oversee sections during service, manage ticket flow and check dishes before they leave the kitchen. Front-of-house communication: Work closely with the service team on order timings, dietary requirements, availability and customer feedback. Menu development: Support the Head Chef with specials, recipe development and improvements to preparation methods. Team leadership Shift leadership: Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, allocating tasks and maintaining standards throughout the shift. Training: Support new and existing team members with recipes, equipment use, safe working practices and service expectations. Performance: Give clear direction and constructive feedback, addressing concerns promptly with the Head Chef or management. Teamwork: Promote a respectful, professional kitchen environment and help wherever needed during busy periods. Staffing: Assist with rotas and section allocation, helping match staffing levels to expected business demand. Stock and cost control Stock management: Monitor stock levels, support ordering and check deliveries for quality, quantity and condition. Storage and rotation: Ensure ingredients are stored correctly, labelled, dated and rotated to minimise spoilage. Portion control: Follow agreed yields and portion sizes to maintain consistency and protect food margins. Waste reduction: Keep preparation levels in line with expected trade, record waste and identify opportunities to reduce avoidable losses. Stocktakes: Assist with regular stock counts and report shortages, discrepancies or supplier issues. Food safety and kitchen standards Food safety: Follow the restaurant’s food safety procedures and ensure required checks and records are completed accurately. Allergen controls: Follow agreed allergen procedures, prevent cross-contact and never guess when responding to an allergen query. Cleaning: Maintain cleaning schedules and ensure workstations, equipment and storage areas are kept clean and organised. Safe working: Ensure equipment is used correctly and report faults, hazards or maintenance needs promptly. Opening and closing: Complete kitchen checks and handovers, leaving the kitchen safe and ready for the next shift. Essential skills and experience Kitchen experience: Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step. Cooking skills: Strong practical cooking ability and experience delivering consistent food during busy service. Leadership: Ability to organise a team, communicate expectations and support colleagues under pressure. Food safety knowledge: A sound understanding of food hygiene, safe storage and allergen management. Commercial awareness: Understanding of portion control, stock rotation and waste reduction. Reliability: Good timekeeping, attention to detail and a professional approach. Availability: Willingness to work the agreed shift pattern, including evenings and weekends. Desirable experience Similar restaurant background: Experience working with Mediterrenean or in a kitchen with similar service volumes. Qualifications: Relevant professional cookery and food safety qualifications. Kitchen administration: Experience with ordering, stocktaking, recipe costing or rota planning.

Looking for a part-time front-of-house team member to work in a restaurant and lounge for 2–3 days per week.

Assistant General Manager — Progression to General Manager MEAA London MEAA is looking for an ambitious, experienced Assistant General Manager to join our London restaurant with a clear objective: develop into the General Manager role within approximately 3–6 months. This is not a conventional AGM position. We are looking for someone capable of becoming the person ultimately responsible for one of our busiest restaurants. MEAA London is a high-volume operation serving approximately 4,000 covers per week, with around 150 covers and generating approximately £100,000 in weekly revenue. It combines the pace and complexity of a major-volume restaurant with the standards, attention to detail and personal service expected from a premium hospitality business. The opportunity You will initially work alongside the existing management team, learning the MEAA operation, culture and standards while progressively taking responsibility for the restaurant. The 3–6 month development period will cover the full GM remit, including: * Leading a large FOH and management team through high-volume services * Maintaining consistently high standards across up to 4,000 weekly covers * Taking ownership of guest experience and handling issues confidently * Recruitment, onboarding, training and development * Building a strong management and supervisory team beneath you * Rotas, labour deployment and productivity * Sales performance and commercial decision-making * Wage and operating cost control * Restaurant P&L understanding and accountability * Driving average spend and identifying revenue opportunities * Maintaining service, presentation, cleanliness and brand standards * Using guest feedback and operational data to improve performance * Working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen leadership * Developing regular customers and ensuring our best guests are recognised * Leading pre-shifts, management meetings and performance reviews * Taking increasing responsibility for the entire operation until ready to step into the GM position Who we’re looking for We are not looking for someone who simply wants their next AGM job. We’re looking for somebody who wants to run a substantial restaurant and can demonstrate that they have the potential to do so. You will probably already be a strong AGM, Deputy GM or experienced senior restaurant manager within a high-volume operation and feel ready for the next step. You should be comfortable operating in an environment doing £100k+ per week and understand that delivering 4,000 covers requires organisation, pace and strong management rather than simply being visible on the restaurant floor. You should be: * A strong and confident leader * Commercially aware * Highly organised * Excellent with guests * Comfortable managing and developing people * Calm during extremely busy services * Able to hold people accountable without creating a negative culture * Obsessed with consistency and detail * Comfortable working with numbers and KPIs * Able to identify problems before they become problems * Hands-on when necessary, without becoming trapped in individual sections * Ambitious enough to want responsibility for the whole business Experience in a high-volume premium restaurant, busy independent group or quality multi-site restaurant business would be particularly relevant. What success looks like This role comes with a genuine progression plan. During your first months you will be expected to demonstrate that you can progressively take ownership of: People → Service → Operations → Commercial Performance → The Entire Restaurant The intention is that, once you have demonstrated that you can consistently operate the restaurant to the required standard, you will progress into the General Manager position. This is therefore an opportunity for someone who is already close to GM level but wants the opportunity, support and scale to make that step. About MEAA MEAA is built around excellent food, atmosphere and genuinely warm hospitality. We want high standards without stiff or scripted service. Our managers are expected to know their teams, know their customers and create an environment where people enjoy working as much as customers enjoy visiting. As MEAA grows, there will also be opportunities beyond individual restaurant management for the strongest people within the business. Location: London Position: Assistant General Manager Progression: General Manager Expected development period: approximately 3–6 months Restaurant volume: approximately 4,000 covers per week To apply: Send your CV together with a short introduction explaining the size and type of operation you currently manage and why you believe you’re ready to progress into a GM role.

Join our team at 188 Broadhurst Gardens (NW6 3AY) for our upcoming restaurant hiring event on Monday, October 5th, and Tuesday, October 6th, starting from 12:00 PM. We are actively looking for passionate individuals to fill vital hospitality roles, including chefs, waitresses, and bartenders. Whether you are an experienced culinary professional or a front-of-house star dedicated to exceptional service, we want to meet you for on-the-spot interviews. Don't miss this opportunity to advance your hospitality career—drop your CV and book your interview slot today.