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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    10 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Kitchen Manager Location: London, Arcade Arena London and The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience Job Type: Full time, 40 hour week Salary: Competitive + service charge Start Date: August 2026 About Little Lion Entertainment Little Lion Entertainment is a pioneering force in immersive entertainment, creating standout attractions that redefine how audiences play and engage. At Arcade Arena London, that innovation is brought together in one electrifying destination, combining the high speed competition of Chaos Karts, the nostalgic maze running excitement of PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE, and the action packed spectacle of the brand new Alien Invasion. Alongside this, the iconic The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience continues to thrive as an attraction, showcasing Little Lion Entertainment's broader expertise in delivering unforgettable, large scale immersive adventures. About the Role We’re launching a brand new immersive entertainment attraction in London this September, bringing cutting edge technology, interactive experiences and high energy fun together under one roof. We're looking for a hands on, organised and commercially minded Kitchen Manager to lead the food operation across Arcade Arena London and The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience. This is a key launch role within Little Lion Entertainment’s growing food and beverage operation. You’ll work directly with the Head of F&B to deliver new menus, build strong kitchen systems, train junior kitchen leads and make sure food quality, consistency, safety and speed are delivered every day. The menus have been developed, but this is not a just follow the book role. We’re looking for someone who can help bring them to life, refine prep and service flow, improve kitchen standards and contribute ideas as the food offer evolves. This role will initially be split across our two London venues while Arcade Arena London launches and the food operation beds in. This is not a traditional late night restaurant kitchen role. Our venues are experience led, fast paced and fun, with no typical late night restaurant finishes. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day to day kitchen operation across Arcade Arena London and The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience., • Work directly with the Head of F&B to deliver menus, specs, builds, prep systems and service standards., • Train, coach and develop junior kitchen team members and future site kitchen leads., • Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented consistently to agreed specifications., • Manage prep, ordering, stock control, wastage and kitchen organisation., • Maintain high standards of food safety, allergen control, hygiene and health & safety., • Lead from the front during busy periods and support the team on the kitchen floor., • Work closely with venue managers and the wider operations team to deliver a smooth guest experience., • Support corporate and group food delivery, ensuring food is served on time and to standard., • Keep kitchen records, checklists and compliance documents accurate and up to date. What We're Looking For • Experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up., • A hands on leader who enjoys being on the kitchen floor, not managing from a distance., • Strong understanding of food safety, allergens, hygiene and kitchen compliance., • Calm, organised and consistent under pressure., • Able to manage prep, stock, ordering, waste and kitchen standards., • Comfortable working across more than one site, especially during a launch period., • Positive leadership style with the ability to train and motivate junior chefs., • Commercial awareness around food cost, labour, wastage and consistency., • Level 3 Food Safety preferred. What You'll Get • Competitive salary, plus service charge., • Service charge is paid in addition to the salary and is not included in the figure above., • A key role in the opening of one of London’s newest immersive attractions., • Direct working relationship with the Head of F&B., • Genuine room to contribute to menu development, specs and operational improvements., • No typical late night restaurant finishes., • Complimentary tickets to all Little Lion attractions, including The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience after 6 months., • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities., • A fun, energetic and supportive working environment. Please Note: As we are preparing to launch an exciting brand new attraction opening in September 2026, our recruitment process will take place over the summer. Candidates should be available to attend interviews and assessment centres from 20th July 2026. Successful applicants will then be required to attend training from 10th August 2026, as we prepare the team for our official opening. This training period is an essential part of the role, ensuring every team member is fully equipped to deliver the exceptional guest experience that Little Lion Entertainment is known for. We kindly ask that applicants only apply if they can commit to these key dates. Job Type: Full-time Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    25 days ago
    £17.11 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Cafe Francois- Borough Market Chef de Partie Full time £17.11 per Hour What we offer: • Referral scheme – up to £700 each new employee you refer (T&C’s apply), • Supplier trips to visit our supply chain and see the wonderful farms our food comes from, and the vineyards our wine is from., • Extra holiday day on your birthday after 2 years of service, • £150 voucher to dine at Café/Maison François after each completed year of service, • Staff discount 35% of the total bill (after probation period), • Counselling services and 24 hour in moment support, • Family Care, support with childcare, eldercare and pet care, • Access to the GP Surgery Web App 24/7, 365 days, • Legal assistance helpline, • Summer and winter staff party with fine drinks, food, games and lots of FUN!, • Employee of Month - £50 voucher Who you will be: • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef De Partie within a high-volume restaurant, • Knowledge of preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes in your section, • Experience of training and supervising junior chefs, • Ensuring the quality of raw and cooked food, and that food hygiene standards are met, • Ordering and managing stock, and monitoring portion and waste control, • Helping the sous chef and head chef develop new dishes and menus, • Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team, • Keen attention to detail in maintaining the highest levels of service Who we are: Cafe Francois, Situated in the heart of Borough Market. An all day brasserie taking inspiration from the cafes of Paris. Large open kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fast paced kitchen catering to the hustle and bustle of Borough Market. Let by our Head chef, Fabio and our Chef Partner Matt Ryle.

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