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The Role We’re looking for a Front of House Manager — someone who can own the floor, lead a team, and make sure every guest gets the Sweet Jerk experience from the moment they walk through the door. If you’ve managed in fast-paced brands like Nando’s, Wagamama, PizzaExpress, Five Guys, Wingstop or similar, this will feel familiar. This is not a Supervisor or Senior Waiter/Waitress role. We’re looking for someone who has already managed a restaurant Front of House operation and knows what it takes to run a busy service, lead a team, hold standards, cash up, handle customers, and keep everything moving when the pressure is on. You’ll work closely with the Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager to make sure FOH is sharp, organised and bringing the energy every service. Key Responsibilities Lead the Front of House team during service, keeping the floor organised, efficient, and guest-focused. Manage service flow across seating, ordering, food running, drinks, clearing, and customer experience. Lead and motivate the FOH team, setting the standard through your own energy and performance. Handle customer concerns and service recovery confidently and professionally. Carry out opening and closing procedures, including cashing up and end-of-day till reconciliation. Train, onboard, and develop new FOH team members. Support rota planning, shift allocation, and appropriate staffing levels. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and restaurant readiness. Ensure company procedures, health and safety requirements, and operational checks are followed. Monitor team performance and address issues quickly when standards slip. Work closely with the kitchen team to keep communication tight and service flowing. Step in wherever needed during busy periods — at Sweet Jerk, our managers lead from the floor. What We’re Looking For ✅ At least 2 years’ experience as a Restaurant Manager or Front of House Manager. ✅ Proven experience directly managing a FOH team of 5+ people. ✅ Experience running busy restaurant services as the manager responsible for the floor. ✅ Confident with cashing up, till reconciliation, opening and closing procedures. ✅ Experience managing rotas, staffing, training, and team performance. ✅ Strong customer service skills and confidence handling complaints and service recovery. ✅ Experience within a recognised restaurant group, hospitality brand, or busy standards-led restaurant environment is highly desirable. ✅ Calm, organised, and decisive when service gets busy. ✅ Someone who leads by example — on the floor, not from the sidelines. ✅ High standards, great energy, and a genuinely warm approach to hospitality. ✅ Flexible availability including evenings and weekends. Please note: This is a management position. Supervisor, Shift Leader, Team Leader, Senior Server or Senior Waiter/Waitress experience alone will not meet the experience requirement unless you have also held overall Front of House or Restaurant Manager responsibility. Why You’ll Love Working at Sweet Jerk ⭐ We’re building something from the ground up — and you’ll help shape it. ⭐ Real progression opportunities as we grow across multiple sites. ⭐ Supportive, family-style culture (we call our team Jerk Stars). ⭐ A chance to put your stamp on the standards and culture of a growing restaurant brand. ⭐ Great food, great people, and good vibes. ⭐ Staff meals and structured training provided. How to Apply If you know how to run a restaurant floor, lead people, and create the kind of hospitality that keeps guests coming back, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV along with a short message telling us why you’d be a great fit for Sweet Jerk.

Yard Sale Pizza is looking for a talented, committed Supervisor who is ready for a new challenge and would love to progress their career with us! We're on the search for a supervisor who is a natural team leader, enjoys a fast-paced environment and loves hospitality and pizza as much as we do! 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 17 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. We're buzzing to be opening our 11th Yard Sale Pizza in South East London's Hither Green in November 2023. Bringing our award-winning handmade, hand-delivered pizzas to this stunning neighbourhood! We'll be serving up London's ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our amazing team of drivers through our in-house delivery service, with seats for dine-in customers. What we are looking for... • Someone who is motivated, adaptable and organised with exceptional interpersonal skills., • 1 years' relevant hospitality experience - busy/independent restaurants or takeaway., • Someone who has previous experience key holding and cashing up., • Ideally an individual who has experience working with deliveries and dealing with phone orders., • Someone who has Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety or knowledge of this is highly advantageous. What's on offer... • Flexible hours, inclusive of weekends., • Team tips paid monthly., • Amazing career progression - could you be our next Assistant Manager?, • Christmas Annual Closure for 4 days., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with your family and friends!, • Fun staff parties throughout the year., • Cool uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us!, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

Sous Chef – The Perry Hill Pub, Catford £15–£17 per hour + tronc Full-time / Permanent The Perry Hill is a busy independent pub in Catford, South East London, serving fresh, seasonal pub food alongside a strong events and functions business. We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. This would suit someone who enjoys cooking with fresh ingredients, is confident leading a busy service, and wants to be part of a friendly, independent pub. The role You’ll work closely with the Head Chef across regular pub services, busy weekends, Sunday roasts, functions and events. You’ll help keep the kitchen organised, support the team and take charge when the Head Chef is away. Typical responsibilities will include: • Preparing and cooking dishes from fresh ingredients, • Leading services and maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation, • Supporting and developing junior members of the kitchen team, • Planning prep for regular services, functions and larger events, • Helping with ordering, stock control and rotation, • Managing portions and reducing food waste, • Maintaining food safety, allergen and hygiene standards, • Contributing ideas for seasonal dishes and specials, • Working closely with the front-of-house team to keep services running smoothly What we’re looking for Ideally, you’ll have previous experience as a Sous Chef or be a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in a fresh-food pub, restaurant or similar kitchen. You should be: • Confident cooking with fresh ingredients and working across sections, • Able to lead a busy service with a calm, organised approach, • Supportive of your team and clear in your communication, • Reliable, practical and comfortable taking responsibility, • Familiar with ordering, stock management and controlling waste, • Confident with food hygiene and allergen procedures, • Happy working evenings and weekends as part of a rota, • Interested in producing good-quality, straightforward pub food Experience with Sunday roasts, functions and high-volume services would be particularly useful. Hours & pay £15–£17 per hour plus a share of tronc. This is a permanent, full-time position, including evenings and weekends as part of a rota. We’re happy to discuss the working pattern with the right person. About The Perry Hill The Perry Hill is an independent neighbourhood pub in Catford with a large garden, busy food trade and a strong calendar of events, parties and functions. We focus on creating a relaxed, welcoming pub while still taking the quality of our food and service seriously. If you enjoy fresh cooking, take pride in running a good service and want to help lead the kitchen in an independent pub, we’d love to hear from you.

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for an experienced General Manager to join our amazing team to run one of our brilliant shops in a vibrant London neighbourhood! In return you will receive a competitive base salary up to £38,000 per annum plus a generous bonus and excellent benefits! Our amazing and diverse teams are made up of chefs, front and back of house as well as our in-house drivers - you won't be dealing with third-party companies, just running a slick service of hand-made, hand-delivered pizza goodness! £35,000 - £38,000 OTE - £44,000+ 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 17 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. We're buzzing to be opening our 11th Yard Sale Pizza in South East London's Hither Green in November 2023. Bringing our award-winning handmade, hand-delivered pizzas to this stunning neighbourhood! We'll be serving up London's ultimate delivery pizza, all delivered by our amazing team of drivers through our in-house delivery service, with seats for dine-in customers. What will I be doing? • Dealing with all elements of management, including both kitchen and operations., • Supervising staff performance across all levels., • Reviewing periodic reports and adjusting operations to meet company KPIs., • Keeping your team motivated whilst bringing a great energy!, • Working with our marketing team to bring new business in and establish the shop in its location. What are we looking for? • We're looking for someone who absolutely loves to lead whilst setting a great example in the workplace., • Someone who has a keen understanding of driving sales and smashing targets!, • Someone with exceptional interpersonal skills., • An individual who has a few years experience as a GM would be amazing!, • It would be advantageous if you have previously worked within a takeaway setting. What's on offer: • Enviable hospitality hours which means you won't be working super-late!, • 28 days annual leave, • Cycle-to-work, • Tech scheme, • Company Pension Contribution, • Work from home allowance, • Birthday Present, • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends across all our shops!, • Staff parties throughout the year (we close all the shops!), • Fun away days and dinners throughout the year!, • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. We would love for you to grow with us as we expand and learn all aspects of the business!- we have had so many internal success stories ! We are a super fast-growing company with plenty of amazing opportunities so it's a really exciting time to join us! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

We are looking for an experienced and confident Floor Waiter Supervisor to join our busy pizzeria in Sidcup, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising the front-of-house team, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining smooth floor operations, and supporting the management team during busy service periods. Key Responsibilities ● Supervise and coordinate the front-of-house/waiting team during service. ● Ensure customers receive friendly, professional and efficient service. ● Allocate tables and manage the flow of service. ● Support and guide waiting staff throughout each shift. ● Handle customer queries and resolve service issues professionally. ● Ensure tables, dining areas and front-of-house areas are kept clean and presentable. ● Assist with opening and closing procedures. ● Monitor staff performance and maintain high standards of service. ● Communicate effectively with the kitchen and management team. ● Help train and support new members of staff. ● Lead by example during busy and high-pressure services. Requirements ● Previous experience in a similar supervisory role is essential. ● Previous experience working in a restaurant, pizzeria or busy hospitality environment. ● Fluent spoken English is essential. ● Strong communication and customer service skills. ● Confident supervising and motivating a team. ● Reliable, organised and punctual. ● Able to remain calm and professional during busy services. ● Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and holidays. ● A positive attitude and professional appearance. Important Please do not apply if you do not have previous experience in a similar role. Applicants without relevant supervisory experience will not be considered. If you have the experience, confidence and leadership skills to help us deliver an excellent customer experience, we would love to hear from you.

Bartender – Due Amici Restaurant, Chislehurst Due Amici is a well-established, family-run Italian restaurant with over 30 years of history. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment for both our customers and our team. We are looking for a confident, reliable and friendly Bartender to join our team and take responsibility for the bar during evening service. The role will include managing the till, preparing and serving drinks and cocktails, serving wine and other beverages, and keeping the bar clean, organised and fully stocked. You will work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure a smooth and professional service. The ideal candidate will: • Have previous experience working behind a bar., • Be confident preparing cocktails and a variety of drinks., • Have good customer service and communication skills., • Be organised, reliable and able to work efficiently during busy services., • Have a positive attitude and work well as part of a team. This is a great opportunity to join an established family-run restaurant with a friendly team and a relaxed but professional working environment. If you are interested, please send us your CV and a short introduction about yourself.

*PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CAN START IMMEDIATELY THIS WEEK* 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 RoleWe’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 ApplyIf 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)

Key Responsibilities • Assist chefs with daily food preparation and ingredient handling, • Prepare vegetables, sauces, garnishes, and other ingredients as instructed, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of all kitchen areas, • Wash dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, and cooking tools, • Ensure food storage areas are clean, organised, and properly labelled, • Follow food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures at all times, • Dispose of waste and recycling in accordance with company procedures, • Assist with stock deliveries and storage of goods, • Support the kitchen team during busy service periods, • Report any maintenance, safety, or hygiene concerns to management Requirements • Previous kitchen experience is preferred, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene, • Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

BGirls Kitchen is a busy Afro-Caribbean restaurant and takeaway specialising in seafood boils, rice dishes loaded with seafood, BBQ and freshly prepared sides. We are looking for experienced Kitchen Crew Members to join our teams in Woolwich and Dagenham. This is a hands-on role involving food preparation, cooking, assembling customer orders, cleaning and supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods. Previous commercial kitchen, restaurant or busy takeaway experience is essential. The Role • Prepare and assemble customer orders to set recipes, portions and presentation standards., • Read order tickets and manage multiple orders during busy periods., • Prepare and handle seafood, meat, poultry, rice and sides., • Follow food hygiene, allergen and cross-contamination procedures., • Check food temperatures and correctly store and rotate stock., • Keep kitchen stations clean, organised and stocked., • Complete washing-up, cleaning, restocking and closing duties., • Support other crew members during service. Essential Requirements • Previous commercial kitchen, restaurant or takeaway experience., • Experience preparing and cooking customer orders during service., • Able to work independently and manage multiple orders at once., • Good understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling., • Comfortable handling seafood and shellfish., • Reliable, punctual and able to work at pace., • Available for evening and weekend shifts., • Good spoken and written English., • Right to work in the UK. Desirable • Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate., • Seafood or Afro-Caribbean cooking experience., • High-volume takeaway or delivery-kitchen experience., • Experience using Uber Eats or Deliveroo restaurant tablets. Locations Woolwich – SE18 Dagenham – RM10 Please state Woolwich, Dagenham or Both when applying. Please only apply if you have previous commercial kitchen experience and can reliably travel to your chosen location for scheduled evening and weekend shifts.

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our busy Italian restaurant. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef to play a key role in a fast-paced kitchen, working alongside a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, authentic dishes. As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, help maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene, and assist in leading and motivating the team during busy service periods. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, • Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes, • Support, train, and motivate junior kitchen staff, • Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards, • Help with stock control, ordering, and minimising waste, • Step up and lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence Key Requirements: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role within a busy kitchen, • Strong leadership and organisational skills, • Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure, • A genuine passion for Italian cuisine and quality food, • High standards of cleanliness, consistency, and attention to detail, • A positive, team-focused attitude What We Offer: • Competitive pay of £15–£17 per hour, depending on experience, • Full-time position (approximately 40 hours per week), • A well-structured rota supporting a healthy work-life balance, • A friendly and supportive working environment, • Opportunity to develop your skills and grow within a well-established restaurant