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  • Waiter / Waitress
    Waiter / Waitress
    1 day ago
    £12.75 hourly
    Full-time
    Beckenham

    To provide friendly, efficient and professional service to all customers, ensuring an excellent dining experience from arrival to departure. Key Responsibilities Customer Service ● Welcome and greet customers in a friendly and professional manner. ● Escort customers to their tables and provide menus. ● Explain menu items, specials and promotions when required. ● Take accurate food and drink orders. ● Answer customer questions regarding ingredients, allergens and menu options. ● Provide attentive and polite table service. ● Check on customers during their meal to ensure they are satisfied. ● Handle customer requests and complaints professionally and report issues to the manager when necessary. Food & Drink Service ● Serve food and beverages promptly and correctly. ● Ensure dishes are presented correctly before serving. ● Check that orders are complete and accurate. ● Communicate effectively with the kitchen and bar team. ● Clear and reset tables efficiently. ● Follow the restaurant’s food safety and hygiene procedures. Payments ● Process customer bills accurately. Cleaning & Organisation ● Keep tables, chairs and front-of-house areas clean and tidy. ● Clean and restock service stations. ● Ensure menus and other customer materials are clean and presentable. ● Assist with opening and closing duties. ● Follow the restaurant’s cleaning schedule. Personal Qualities ● Friendly and approachable. ● Professional and well presented. ● Positive attitude. ● Team player. ● Responsible and dependable. ● Customer-focused. Working Requirements ● Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays where required. ● Ability to stand and work for extended periods. ● Ability to work efficiently during busy service periods.

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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    15 days ago
    £11–£13 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Event Chef / Cook Required Company: Island Stove Event's & Catering Location: Outdoor & High-Volume Event Catering About Us Island Stove is a high-volume event and catering operator specializing in vibrant West African cuisine. We are currently seeking an experienced and dependable Chef / Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team. Role Overview In this role, you will play a key part in food preparation and live service, ensuring all dishes meet our exceptional standards of taste, quality, and presentation in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Culinary Execution: Prepare and cook core menu offerings to standard, including West African specialties (Jollof rice, Fried rice, Suya, grilled meats), alongside fried chicken, chips, sides (plantain, coleslaw), and signature sauces., • Service Efficiency: Maintain fast, consistent production during peak service periods while managing stock, food prep, and closing station clean-downs., • Quality & Portion Control: Ensure consistent food presentation, taste profiles, and adherence to portion guidelines., • Food Safety & Hygiene: Strictly uphold HACCP standards, allergen management procedures, and temperature monitoring (cooking and hot-holding)., • Workplace Standards: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation at all times., • Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with both kitchen staff and front-of-house personnel to streamline service operations. Requirements & Experience • Proven experience in a commercial kitchen, high-volume event, festival, or catering environment., • Demonstrated ability to maintain quality and composure under high-pressure, fast-paced conditions., • Strong knowledge of West African cuisine (preferred, but not required)., • Robust understanding of food safety standards, hygienic preparation practices, and safe food handling., • Excellent punctuality, work ethic, and communication skills., • Physical stamina to stand for extended periods in an outdoor catering setup.

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  • Delivery Driver (Nights)
    Delivery Driver (Nights)
    29 days ago
    Full-time
    Croydon

    A bit about us… At Simply Lunch, we are all about improving lives through delicious food. Our commitment to delicious food and our local communities has been central to our South London business since it was founded in 1979. Today, we are as committed as ever to creating high-quality hand-crafted products, made to improve lives and protect our beautiful planet. All our food is handmade at our facility in South London with the same care, love and admiration that we’ve shown since day one. Our talented team fuels the success at Simply Lunch, combining expertise and passion to craft products that improve lives through delicious food Our Accolades We are proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s fastest-growing businesses, having been listed in the FEBE Growth 100. Additionally, we have been honoured with the prestigious Food Manufacturer of the Year award, a testament to our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in food production. Why Simply Lunch At Simply Lunch, we believe work should be more than just a job - it should be a place where you grow, feel valued and make a difference every day. We are a family-run business with heart, and that personal touch runs through everything we do. From the way we care for our people to the way we craft our fresh, delicious food. Here’s why people love working here: · ✅ A Strong Sense of Purpose: we’re proud of what we create and how we do it: making fresh, sustainable food that people love, while being mindful of our environmental impact. · ✅ Opportunities to Grow: whether you’re on the production floor or in a leadership role, we invest in your development. · ✅ Supportive Culture: you’ll join a team that’s down-to-earth, collaborative and focused on helping each other succeed. · ✅ Innovation and Ambition: Simply Lunch is a growing, ambitious business that’s always looking for ways to do things better. · ✅ We Value You as a Person: here, you’re more than your job title. We care about your wellbeing, your ideas and your contribution. Our Values · We Are People First · We Are Customer Focused · We Are Stronger Together · We Are Accountable and Drive Excellence · We Do the Right Thing The Role You will be responsible for delivering between 20-30 deliveries per day to our customers across the South of England. Being an ambassador of our company, you will be expected to demonstrate high levels of Customer Service to our diverse range of customers and meet challenging delivery schedules. Hours of work Monday to Friday 5 nights or 3 nights per week Benefits • Free lunch and unlimited drinks machine, • Paid break (45 minutes), • intranet for all staff, • Cycle to work scheme, • Good rates of pay and pension, • Paid breaks, • 28 days holiday, • Uniform provided, • The site is well connected with local bus, tram and train services, parking also available, • Staff discounts on food orders with the company, • Career opportunities for those who seek it, • Driving vehicles no older than 3 years old, • Extra shifts available on Saturdays and Sundays, • Discounted car repairs and MOT, • One paid Charity day per annum, • Long service awards, • Sponsored staff development, • Private health care Requirements Ideally 3 years driving experience Hold a current full clean driving license A right to work in the UK A good general knowledge of food safety Reliable and hardworking manner Diversity and Inclusion We are proud of how diverse our workforce are and we want to continue to be as inclusive as possible and welcome people from all areas of the community. Even if English isn't your first language that's ok because we have 52 different nationalities (and we reckon someone will speak your language!) The more diverse we are the better! All we ask for is hard work and commitment. In turn, we love rewarding our hard working people with visits from the Ice Cream van, Pizza delivery days, cakes and sweet treats, summer and winter parties and so much more ! Our people are the heart of what we do, we know they work hard and we value them. Come and apply if you want to be part of our growing team. It's a great time to join ! Many of our long standing members of staff such as supervisors and team leaders joined us at entry level roles and we work closely with all of our employees so they can realise their potential.. Like many other organisations, we are considering with renewed focus what Diversity means to us. What may have been acceptable a short time ago is not sufficient for the future, so we are dedicating our time and focus to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, especially those who are often excluded or underrepresented. If you feel that you do not see yourself represented in this particular professional area because of any part of your identity that makes you different, we would especially like to hear from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

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