Join our team as a vital member of the front-of-house staff. Your responsibilities will include taking customer orders with a friendly and efficient approach and assisting the kitchen staff as needed. You will also be responsible for maintaining stock control to ensure that the restaurant runs smoothly. This is a full-time position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working as part of a dynamic team.
The Mud Room is a boutique pet shop, doggy daycare, and café all under one roof, a place where people and their pets can enjoy premium coffee, wholesome food, and a warm, community-driven atmosphere. We pride ourselves on quality, creativity, and kindness both in our service and our coffee! About the Role We’re looking for an experienced Barista who’s passionate about both people and pets , someone who can craft beautiful coffee, engage warmly with customers, and help build a welcoming, premium café experience inside our pet-friendly space. You’ll be at the heart of the shop: greeting customers, serving excellent coffee and food, and creating an inviting environment that encourages people to linger, chat, and come back for more. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve exceptional espresso-based coffees, teas, and cold drinks to a high standard, • Provide outstanding, friendly, and consistent customer service, • Handle till transactions, upselling café and retail products with genuine enthusiasm, • Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the café area at all times, • Support the smooth running of daily café operations including food prep, stock rotation, and ordering supplies, • Build rapport with regular customers (and their dogs!) and help grow a loyal community around our brand, • Assist with social media moments (latte art, café displays, seasonal specials, etc.), • At least 1 year’s experience as a Barista in a specialty or independent coffee setting, • Strong knowledge of espresso techniques, milk texturing, and coffee equipment care, • Warm, approachable, and proactive you genuinely enjoy connecting with people, • Confident communicator with great sales instincts and attention to detail, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multitasking environment, • Passionate about quality coffee, good food, and creating a memorable customer experience, • (Bonus) Love dogs and don’t mind the occasional wagging tail at your feet!, • Engage with customers about our pet products and café menu, driving sales through conversation and care, • Come up with Event nights and help run them. Perks • Staff discounts on food, drinks, and retail products, • Dog-friendly environment (well-behaved pups welcome!), • Training and development opportunities in barista skills and hospitality, • Be part of a small, creative, growing team in an exciting new concept café
Chef We are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to join our dynamic team at The Black Kitchen on a part-timebasis in London. The ideal candidate will have a flair for creating delicious dishes, ensuring high-quality standards, and working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This position is perfect for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience. About Us At The Black Kitchen, we are all about bold flavours, community vibes, and creating unforgettable dining experiences. Inspired by our rich culinary heritage, we bring a modern twist to traditional dishes, serving up soulful, flavourful food that keeps our customers coming back for more. Renowned for our super friendly and accommodating service, we would like anyone who comes on board to be aligned with this! Key Responsibilities 1. Food Preparation and Cooking - Prepare and cook a variety of dishes to the highest standards, following recipes and presentation guidelines., 2. Menu Development - Collaborate with the team to develop exciting new dishes and seasonal menus that align with the restaurant’s concept., 3. Quality Control - Ensure that all dishes are prepared to the correct specifications and meet the company’s quality standards., 4. Kitchen Organisation - Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen workspace, ensuring all tools and ingredients are ready for use., 5. Health and Safety Compliance - Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations, maintaining a safe working environment., 6. Stock Management - Monitor inventory levels, assist in ordering supplies, and minimise waste by implementing efficient storage practices. • Proven experience as a chef or in a similar role within a professional kitchen (2 years minimum), • Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen safety practices., • Creativity and a passion for developing innovative dishes., • Excellent organisational and time-management skills., • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Strong communication and leadership abilities., • Physical stamina to handle the demands of the job, including standing for long periods and handling hot or heavy items. Qualifications • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is required; additional culinary qualifications are highly desirable. What We Offer • Competitive wage, • Half-paid day off on your birthday!, • Opportunities for growth within the company, • A supportive and friendly team environment, • Employee meals and discounts (20%) Other • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed If you have a love for the culinary world and are ready to step into a leadership role in a lively, customer-focused environment, we would love to hear from you!
Reggae Kitchen is a bold and vibrant Caribbean takeaway bringing the authentic flavours of the islands to the heart of the community. We’re now looking for an experienced and highly organised Takeaway Manager to oversee our busy takeaway and delivery service. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering top-quality food and friendly service every time. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the takeaway service at Reggae Kitchen., • Supervise and support takeaway staff including counter assistants, packers, and delivery drivers., • Oversee order flow from in-house and online platforms such as Uber Eats, Deliveroo, and Just Eat., • Ensure all food is prepared, packed, and presented to high standards before leaving the kitchen., • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to maintain efficiency and accuracy., • Handle customer queries, issues, and complaints promptly and professionally., • Maintain stock levels of packaging, condiments, and other takeaway supplies., • Uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards at all times., • Monitor performance of third-party delivery services and identify ways to improve service., • Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced takeaway, restaurant, or food delivery environment., • Confident in managing a small team with strong leadership and communication skills., • Organised, reliable, and able to stay calm under pressure., • Comfortable using delivery apps, POS systems, and managing multiple orders at once., • Passion for Caribbean cuisine and culture is a big plus., • Strong customer service skills and a proactive attitude., • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses., • Staff meals and generous discounts on Reggae Kitchen favourites., • Opportunity to grow with a fast-rising Caribbean food brand., • Supportive and community-focused team culture., • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Preparing and cooking breakfast, lunch and sandwiches, stocktaking, ordering stock for the kitchen
We are looking for an experienced Butcher to join our team. You will be responsible for preparing, cutting, and presenting meats to a high standard, while maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Responsibilities: • Cutting, trimming, deboning, and portioning meat products., • Preparing marinated and ready-to-cook items., • Serving customers with excellent product knowledge and service., • Maintaining stock levels, rotating products, and ensuring displays are attractive., • Operating butchery equipment safely and efficiently., • Following strict hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards., • Assisting with deliveries, weighing, packing, and labelling products. Requirements: • Previous butchery experience (minimum 1 year preferred)., • Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts., • Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety regulations., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Good customer service and communication skills., • Reliable, punctual, and a team player.