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  • Barista / Sales Assistant
    Barista / Sales Assistant
    1 month ago
    £12.3–£13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Retail Sales Assistant & Tea Bar Specialist Camden Tea Bar – Camden Market, London Full-time and Part-time Positions Available Camden Tea Bar is a highly respected independent tea shop and tea bar in Camden Market, with over 2,000 five-star Google reviews and recognition in the Top 10% of cafés worldwide on TripAdvisor. We specialise in loose-leaf teas from around the world, and we also serve freshly prepared teas, matcha, and coffees to takeaway customers. Our reputation is built on both the quality of our drinks and the exceptional customer experience provided by our team. We are looking for reliable, professional individuals to join our team in a role combining specialist retail and barista-style drink preparation. This is a customer-focused role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and is looking for a stable, long-term position with opportunities to grow. The Role: You will be responsible for both preparing drinks and helping customers discover and purchase teas and accessories. Your responsibilities will include: Drink preparation (barista-style service): • Preparing loose-leaf teas, matcha, and tea-based drinks to a consistently high standard, • Preparing coffees and other hot drinks, • Working efficiently during busy periods while maintaining quality, • Greeting every customer warmly and professionally, • Helping customers choose teas based on their tastes and preferences, • Building strong knowledge of our teas and products through training, • Providing a welcoming, engaging, and informative experience, • Handling sales transactions accurately Shop standards and responsibility: • Maintaining excellent cleanliness and presentation, • Restocking products and maintaining displays, • Taking pride in the appearance and smooth running of the shop What We’re Looking For: We are looking for people who genuinely care about customer experience and quality. The ideal candidate will be: • Friendly, confident, and professional with customers, • Reliable, punctual, and responsible, • Calm and efficient in a busy environment, • Interested in developing specialist tea and drink knowledge, • Looking for a long-term role with stability and progression Experience preferred: • Barista experience OR hospitality experience, • Retail experience OR strong customer-facing experience Training and Development: You will receive structured training to develop: • Specialist tea knowledge, • Drink preparation skills, • Customer service and communication skills, • Professional retail standards Our team are trained to provide both excellent drinks and expert customer guidance. Growth & Progression Opportunities: Camden Tea Bar is an expanding independent business, and we are committed to promoting from within. There will be opportunities to progress into roles such as: • Senior Tea Bar Specialist, • Supervisor, • Assistant Manager, • Management roles in future locations We are looking for people who want to grow with the business long term. Who This Role Is Ideal For: This role is ideal for someone who has worked as a: • Barista, • Café assistant, • Hospitality professional

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  • Cocktail Bartender
    Cocktail Bartender
    1 month ago
    £12.21–£14.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Here at Big Penny Social, we are looking for a Part-Time Bartender. We are currently searching for someone with experience, outgoing, and charming, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will delight guests with a warm can do attitude by contributing to a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests returning. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to handle high-volume service with efficiency. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve high-quality cocktails and beverages with consistency and flair., • Engage with guests in a friendly, professional manner, taking and suggesting orders as appropriate., • Multitask effectively during peak hours (mixing drinks, ringing up orders, restocking, and maintaining bar cleanliness), • Ensure all health and safety standards are met., • Collaborate with fellow team members and management to ensure smooth service and a positive guest experience, • Uphold brand standards, menu knowledge, and daily specials; participate in tastings or staff trainings as needed. Qualifications required: • Proven experience as a bartender in a fast-paced bar, lounge, or restaurant environment., • Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, garnishes, and techniques., • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and guest-relations skills., • Ability to multitask, stay organized, and remain calm under pressure., • Outgoing personality with a warm, engaging demeanor., • Positive attitude, reliability, and punctuality., • Availability to work nights, weekends, and bank holidays as needed., • Any relevant certifications are a plus. Preferred Attributes: • A passion for hospitality and a desire to create memorable guest experiences., • Creativity in cocktail development and seasonal menu ideas., • Strong teamwork mindset and willingness to assist across the bar and floor., • Knowledge of wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage options., • Part-time position with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends., • Fast-paced, high-energy bar atmosphere. Compensation and Perks • Competitive hourly wage plus tronc; potential for wage increases based on performance., • Employee meal perks and staff discounts, • Training and ongoing opportunities to expand mixology knowledge., • Positive, inclusive work environment and opportunities for advancement., • Staff incentives base on sales and performance.

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  • Personal Assistant (PA)
    Personal Assistant (PA)
    1 month ago
    £35000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Pimlico, London

    Produce Network is seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant to work closely with the CEO, acting as a central organising force across diary management, communications, client interactions and day-to-day operational flow. This role sits at the heart of the business and requires someone highly organised, composed under pressure, discreet, and naturally proactive. The successful candidate will enable the CEO to operate at maximum effectiveness by anticipating needs, managing priorities, and ensuring that both time and communication are handled with precision and professionalism. Diary & Time Management • Own and manage the CEO’s diary end-to-end, prioritising meetings, travel, deadlines and personal commitments, • Schedule, coordinate and confirm internal and external meetings, often with senior-level stakeholders, • Ensure the CEO is fully briefed ahead of meetings, with agendas, context and relevant materials Communications & Correspondence • Act as the first point of contact for the CEO across email, phone and messaging platforms, • Filter, prioritise and respond to communications on behalf of the CEO where appropriate, • Draft and manage professional correspondence with clients, partners and internal teams Client & Relationship Management • Liaise confidently with clients, suppliers and partners, representing the CEO and Produce Network with polish and discretion, • Coordinate client meetings, tastings, site visits and follow-ups, • Maintain strong relationships through clear, timely and thoughtful communication Business & Operational Support • Help organise the CEO’s workload across multiple projects and workstreams, • Track key actions, decisions and follow-ups arising from meetings, • Support general business organisation around the CEO, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks Travel & Logistics • Arrange travel, accommodation and itineraries when required, • Manage schedules around international calls, events and off-site commitments About You • Highly organised, detail-oriented and calm under pressure, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Confident dealing with senior clients and stakeholders, • Naturally proactive — able to anticipate needs rather than wait for instruction, • Discreet, trustworthy and comfortable handling sensitive information, • Adaptable and flexible in a fast-moving, founder-led environment Experience & Skills • Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar role preferred, • Strong proficiency with email, calendars and digital communication tools, • Interest in food, hospitality, culture or entrepreneurship is a strong advantage What This Role Offers • Direct exposure to the CEO and strategic direction of a growing, high-quality business, • A varied, dynamic role with genuine responsibility and influence, • The opportunity to be part of a company operating at the intersection of gastronomy, culture and innovation

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  • Head Pastry Chef
    Head Pastry Chef
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    London

    As the Head Pastry Chef at CÉ LA VI you will be the driving force behind our pastry program. You will lead and inspire our pastry team, oversee kitchen operations, help develop new dessert menus, and ensure that our guests experience the finest in pastry craftsmanship. This role presents an excellent opportunity to shape the dessert offerings and make a lasting impact on our culinary reputation. Key Responsibilities • Lead the creation and execution of dessert menus, including pastries, cakes, and other sweet treats., • Supervise and mentor the Pastry team., • Maintain the highest standards of pastry quality, taste, and presentation., • Oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management, ordering, and quality control., • Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations., • Develop and introduce new pastry recipes and techniques., • Collaborate with the management team to meet financial targets and guest expectations., • Act as a pastry ambassador, representing CÉ LA VI in the culinary community. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or Head Pastry Chef in a high-end bakery or restaurant., • A culinary degree or equivalent certification is highly desirable., • Exceptional pastry skills with a portfolio showcasing your creative and technical abilities., • Strong leadership skills with experience in leading and mentoring pastry teams., • Proficiency in dessert menu planning, recipe development, and cost control., • In-depth knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards., • Ability to excel in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Outstanding communication and teamwork skills., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

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  • Assistant Head Sommelier
    Assistant Head Sommelier
    2 months ago
    £40000–£42500 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Assistant Head Sommelier Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences for your guests and positively influencing the Team? If the answer to the above question, is a straight yes, then we would like to hear from you! About Sael: Sael, a British brasserie from Michelin star chef Jason Atherton. Sael, housed within the iconic St James’s Market, will celebrate all things British – from the menu, featuring only ingredients sourced from the British Isles, to the domestically-sourced furnishings, all of which will pay homage to the restaurant’s location in the heart of the Capital. The latest concept from award-winning, Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton and his wife, co-director Ihra Atherton, Sael aims to be a beacon of British tastes, appealing to domestic and international visitors alike. About you: We are recruiting for a highly talented and experienced Assistant Head Sommelier to join our Team. As an Assistant Head Sommelier, you would have an eye for detail and be passionate and highly knowledgeable on wines. Ensure that you provide excellent and consistent service that is in line with our standards. You will go beyond and above the call of duty to ensure that every guest receives a lasting and memorable experience. Responsibilities: ·Possessing thorough knowledge of wines and London’s restaurant industry ·Assisting the Head Sommelier with the Wine List ·Continuously educating and training the restaurant Team to enhance their wine knowledge ·Delivering all aspects of the guest experience according to our standards ·Assist with performing stock takes ·Assist with producing financial reports ·Collaborate with the culinary Team to create wine pairing menus ·Stay updated on industry trends and new wine release ·Guest Service: Take orders, provide recommendations, and offer excellent customer service, ensuring a positive and memorable experience for every guest ·Assist the Head Sommelier with reviewing wine revenue, cost and latest wine trends, to devise well-informed adjustments to our wine sales and buying strategy ·The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. Requirements: • Proven experience as an Assistant Head Sommelier in an upscale Restaurant setting, • The ability to influence others through skills, knowledge and guidance to others, • Being able to maintain confidence and oversight in a high-volume brasserie during busy periods of the wine section, • Possessing a strong comprehension of the wine industry and its trends, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and engaging personality, • Willingness to assist colleagues during busy periods, • Passion for creating memorable guests’ experiences and providing exceptional customer service, • ·Certification in sommelier training is desirable such as WSET/Court of Master Sommelier., • Person Specification:, • Bring in a positive and can-do attitude, • Been a Team Player, • Honesty and integrity., • What We Offer:, • Competitive salary package: Negotiable, depending on experience., • Employee benefits: 28 days of annual leave, • Complimentary meals whilst on duty, • Career Development Opportunities: We believe in fostering growth and offer opportunities for professional development within The Social Company, • Training & Development Opportunities: We are committed to enhancing your skills and knowledge so that you can be the best that you can be., • Location: Sael, 1 St James Market, London, SW1Y 4QQ, • Start Date: As soon as possible, • The Social Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes Applicant from all walks of life.

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  • Italian Chef
    Italian Chef
    2 months ago
    £14–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and passionate Italian Chef to prepare authentic Italian cuisine while maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and hygiene. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of traditional Italian recipes, fresh ingredients, and classic cooking techniques, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook authentic Italian dishes, including pasta, risotto, pizza, sauces, meats, seafood, and desserts, • Develop and refine menus that reflect traditional and modern Italian cuisine, • Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation, • Source, select, and manage fresh ingredients and specialty Italian products, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen in accordance with health and safety regulations, • Monitor food costs, portion control, and minimize waste, • Supervise and train kitchen staff as needed, • Ensure timely preparation and service of all dishes, • Comply with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace regulations Requirements and Qualifications • Proven experience as an Italian Chef or similar role, • Strong knowledge of Italian culinary traditions and regional cuisines, • Ability to prepare fresh pasta, sauces, and classic Italian dishes from scratch, • Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, • Excellent time management and organizational skills, • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, • Culinary degree or professional training preferred but not mandatory Skills and Competencies • Passion for Italian cuisine and high-quality ingredients, • Attention to detail and consistency, • Creativity and menu development skills, • Strong teamwork and communication abilities, • Ability to perform well under pressure Work Environment • Fast-paced kitchen environment, • Standing for extended periods and lifting kitchen equipment, • Exposure to heat, sharp tools, and kitchen machinery

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