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Looking for sales assistant to work in bakery Serve customer table service and take orders make coffee Have experience Sunday - Friday Full shift Sunday 6.00am - 12.00pm Monday 6.30am - 12.00pm Tuesday 6.30am - 12.00pm Wednesday 6.30am - 12.00pm Thursday 6.30am - 7.00pm Friday - 5.00am - 3.00pm around 40 hours Speak English

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for an Assistant Manager to join our amazing team. In return you will receive a competitive base salary up to £30,000 per annum plus a generous bonus and excellent benefits! £28,500 - £30,000 OTE - £33,000 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. 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. What will I be doing? • Supporting the General Manager in all aspects of running the shop during peak, busy shifts. * Running your own shifts in the General Managers absence., • Keeping the team motivated and bringing great energy to each and every shift!, • Managing customer expectations, always going above and beyond., • Assisting with weekly reports, shop orders and team appraisals and development. What are we looking for? • Someone who has at least one years' experience as an Assistant Manager, ideally within a fast-paced, casual dining setting., • Someone who has great knowledge of both food hygiene and health and safety procedures., • An enthusiastic team leader and motivator who is a real people person with exceptional interpersonal skills., • It would be advantageous if you have previously worked within a takeaway setting., • An ambitious individual who would love to progress to a General Manager in the near future! What's on offer: • Monthly bonus which is based on KPIs (after probation is passed), • 40-hour contract, we love to promote a great work-life balance!, • Option to have an hourly rate., • 28 days holiday., • Christmas Closure., • Loads of room for progression!, • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts for family and friends across all sites!, • Staff parties throughout the year., • Cycle to work scheme., • Tech scheme., • 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 https://yardsalepizza.com/

Kitchen porter /WITH RIGHT TO WORK/ please bring with you your documents!!! Job OverviewJoin our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Porter and become an essential part of delivering exceptional dining experiences! In this lively role, you will support the kitchen staff by maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where great food and hospitality thrive. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced hospitality setting while developing your culinary skills.ResponsibilitiesEnsure all kitchen areas are kept spotless, organized, and hygienic by cleaning dishes, utensils, equipment, and work surfaces regularly.Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables or preparing ingredients under supervision.Support the kitchen team in maintaining stock levels and storing supplies correctly.Help with waste disposal and recycling procedures to uphold health and safety standards.Ensure all cleaning schedules are followed to meet sanitation regulations and safety guidelines.Assist with setting up dining areas and clearing tables during service times when needed.Support the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen to promote a safe working environment.RequirementsPrevious experience in a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment is preferred but not essential; enthusiasm to learn is key!Knowledge of food preparation, cooking, and kitchen hygiene practices.Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail.Strong teamwork skills with a positive attitude towards supporting colleagues.Basic understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to food service environments.Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, or holidays as required.A genuine interest in hospitality, serving others, and developing culinary skills.Embark on your hospitality journey with us — where energy meets opportunity! We’re dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment that supports your growth while delivering outstanding service to our guests.

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.

Barista Wanted – Bakery & Coffee Shop ☕🥐 We’re looking for an experienced, friendly, and reliable Barista to join our team. • Previous barista experience is essential, • Prepare quality coffee and other drinks, • Provide excellent customer service, • Take orders and payments, • Keep the café clean and organised, • Assist with serving our bakery products If you’re hardworking, punctual, and passionate about coffee, we’d love to hear from you!

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Barista to join the team at our new Borneo Bakery & Pâtisserie in Winchmore Hill. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 2 years’ professional barista experience and be confident in preparing high-quality artisan coffee to a consistently high standard. Job type: • Permanent, • Full Time, • Weekend availability Benefits: • 28 Days Paid Holiday, • Company pension, • Free meal on shift, • Store discount The role: • Prepare high-quality artisan coffee, including a full range of espresso-based drinks, • Ensure consistent espresso extraction, milk texture and presentation, • Work confidently and efficiently during busy periods, • Provide friendly and professional customer service, • Maintain a clean and organised coffee station, • Assist with serving customers and counter duties when required, • Follow food hygiene, health and safety standards, • Work closely with the rest of the team to provide an excellent customer experience The candidate: • Minimum 2 years’ professional barista experience – essential, • Strong knowledge and experience in preparing artisan coffee, • Confident using professional espresso machines and grinders, • Excellent knowledge of espresso extraction and grinder adjustment, • Confident with milk steaming, texturing and coffee presentation, • Able to prepare coffees quickly while maintaining quality and consistency, • Friendly, reliable and well presented, • Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment, • Excellent communication and customer service skills, • Able to work well as part of a team, • Valid right to work in the UK Join Borneo Borneo Café & Bakery has been serving the Palmers Green community since 2017, offering freshly baked pastries, cakes, desserts and quality coffee. We are now growing our team with the opening of our second location, Borneo Bakery & Pâtisserie in Winchmore Hill. If you are an experienced barista who takes pride in preparing excellent artisan coffee and providing great customer service, we would love to hear from you. Location: In person

Please only apply for this position if you are able to commute to East Finchley N2 9PJ. We are looking for a full time barista / food assistant working an average of 35 - 42 hours per week. The ideal candidate would be very confident in making coffees with latte art but also covering kitchen staffs 30 breaks and odd support when needed (training is supplied) Responsibilities: Taking orders at the till and taking food to the tables / cleaning tables Cover kitchen staffs breaks and help our Kitchen staff with prep during peak times Opening and closing down the store and following the cleaning procedures Making coffees and running food and drinks to the tables Perks of the job: 28 days paid holidayPermanent contract with a minimum of 33 hours, Spotify premium music account, cash tips, card tips mainly daytime only shifts with odd evening events shift. Free lunch worth £14.50 + hot drinks This position is for 5 days per week with a starting wage of £14.00 per hour, we also have a great card tipping system which will add £1.25-1.50 per hour and is paid monthly.

Full-Time Operations & Customer Support Assistant – Immediate Start We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Order processor/Operations & Customer Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a full-time position with an immediate start. The role involves handling small, lightweight products only, and full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities • Fulfil customer orders using an iPad system and prepare them for dispatch, • Answer customer phone calls when needed, providing excellent customer service, • Manage customer returns and replacements efficiently, • Organise the warehouse, sort incoming deliveries, and report shortages or low stock levels (software supported), • Work collaboratively within a small, close-knit team, paying attention to details and taking on feedback Requirements • Fluent English is essential, • Basic Excel skills are mandatory, • Confident, proactive, and able to perform well in a busy environment, • Willingness to learn, improve, and grow within the role, • Strong team player with a positive attitude, • Previous experience in retail, warehouse, or customer service is preferred but not required Working Hours • Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, • Not working on Bank Holiday Location • Based near Canons Park in Stanmore, with good access to public transport

Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast, brunch, and salad dishes to high standards in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: 1. Food Preparation: • Cook breakfast and brunch dishes (e.g., eggs, pancakes, waffles)., • Prepare fresh salads with seasonal ingredients. 1. Menu Development: • Assist in creating and updating breakfast, brunch, and salad menus. 1. Inventory Management: • Manage ingredient inventory and order supplies., • Ensure freshness and quality, minimize waste. 1. Kitchen Hygiene and Safety: • Maintain a clean kitchen., • Follow health and safety regulations. 1. Team Collaboration: • Work with kitchen staff., • Train junior staff as needed. Skills and Qualifications: • Experience as a chef, preferably in breakfast and brunch., • Strong culinary and organizational skills., • Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Job Purpose To provide a high-quality caretaking, cleaning and grounds-maintenance service for residents living on the estate. The postholder will help ensure that communal areas, estate grounds, facilities and equipment are clean, safe, secure and well maintained. The role also involves identifying and reporting repairs, supporting contractors working on the estate and maintaining positive working relationships with residents and colleagues. The duties listed below are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties that support the effective and safe operation of the estate. Main Responsibilities Estate Cleaning and General Care • Ensure estate cleaning frequencies and standards are maintained as directed by the TMO / Estate Manager., • Clean and wash communal areas, including staircases, entrances and other shared spaces., • Clean communal windowsills, glass doors and other accessible communal surfaces., • Remove graffiti where appropriate and report more serious incidents to the Manager., • Carry out litter picking across estate grounds, grassed areas and shrub beds., • Sweep estate areas, pathways and other communal external spaces., • Grit pathways and other areas during icy or hazardous weather conditions., • Ensure estate roads, paths and communal areas are kept clean and free from avoidable hazards., • Undertake general internal upkeep of residential blocks. Grounds Maintenance • Maintain estate grounds to a good standard., • Cut grass and maintain lawned areas., • Tend to shrubs, hedges, flowerbeds and planted areas., • Clear leaves and other garden waste., • Keep external communal spaces tidy, safe and presentable. Repairs, Maintenance and Reporting • Identify and, where possible, address minor incidents of disrepair or breakdown., • Report repairs, damage and maintenance issues promptly to the Manager., • Take appropriate action in emergencies involving repairs or damage., • Maintain communal lighting where appropriate, including changing bulbs., • Report abandoned vehicles and illegal parking to the Manager., • Report any contractors or council operatives observed working on the estate where appropriate., • Keep appropriate records of significant incidents, including fire, burglary, flooding or other emergencies, using agreed systems such as the staff WhatsApp group. Security and Access • Lock and unlock gates and other designated estate access points., • Provide access to authorised contractors when required., • Hold and safeguard keys for communal cupboards, gates and other estate facilities., • Ensure keys are used responsibly and securely at all times. Contractor and Estate Support • Assist authorised external contractors while they are working on site when required., • Help ensure contractors are able to access relevant parts of the estate., • Report concerns relating to contractor activity to the Manager., • Remove lumber and bulky items to the designated estate lumber storage area where appropriate. Tools, Equipment and Stores • Take responsibility for estate stores, tools, plant and equipment used as part of the role., • Use equipment safely and appropriately., • Report damaged or defective equipment., • Keep storage and lock-up areas neat, tidy and free from hazardous materials. Resident and Team Working • Establish and maintain respectful and professional working relationships with residents., • Work cooperatively with colleagues as part of the estate management team., • Work independently when required., • Provide reasonable cover for colleagues when required and agreed with management., • Communicate concerns, incidents and relevant estate matters promptly to the Manager. Health, Safety and Compliance The postholder must: • Follow HLEMB’s health and safety procedures and safe working practices., • Comply with relevant COSHH requirements when handling cleaning products or other controlled substances., • Use personal protective equipment where required., • Report hazards, accidents, incidents and near misses., • Help maintain safe working and storage areas., • Follow HLEMB’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy in carrying out all duties and responsibilities., • Undertake appropriate training required for the role. Person Specification Essential Criteria Applicants must demonstrate: • Ability to successfully complete an Enhanced DBS check where required before taking up the post., • Commitment to HLEMB’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies., • Basic numeracy and literacy skills in English., • Good verbal communication skills., • Good timekeeping, reliability and punctuality., • Physical fitness appropriate to a role involving manual work and some heavy lifting., • Previous caretaking, estate services, cleaning, grounds-maintenance or similar practical experience., • Ability to identify and report repairs and matters of disrepair., • Ability to look after estate tools, equipment and keys responsibly., • Ability and willingness to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions., • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team., • Flexibility to provide reasonable cover when required., • Willingness to undertake relevant training and develop new skills., • A professional, responsible and honest approach., • Ability to understand basic technical or operational information., • Ability to use a mobile phone for work-related communication and reporting. Desirable Criteria It would be advantageous for applicants to have: • Knowledge of health and safety requirements relevant to caretaking, cleaning or grounds maintenance., • Previous experience of working with COSHH-controlled substances., • Experience of cooperative housing, social housing, resident management or a similar community-based environment., • General IT skills., • Ability to provide brief written reports outlining issues identified and action taken. Additional Requirements This job description provides an overview of the main duties associated with the post. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks that fall within the scope of the role and are necessary for the smooth, safe and effective operation of the estate.