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An exciting opportunity to join a growing independent cold-pressed juice bar with two sites based in World's End, Chelsea & Notting Hill. Our business is driven by a wholehearted mission to provide fresh food & drink that makes a positive, long-lasting impact on our health & wellness. Our range of products includes cold-pressed juices, smoothies, açaí bowls, salads, hot foods & a range of desserts/snacks. We’re looking for a reliable Kitchen Manager to directly manage our central kitchen, supervising a team of 2-3 production chefs and producing our juicing, food and desserts/snacks. The Kitchen Manager should be a strong leader, well organised and extremely self-motivated and committed, ideally with an interest or passion for fresh foods. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of an exciting and growing business as well as to play an integral role in its ongoing development. Key responsibilities of the Kitchen Manager / CPU Manager / Head Chef - Supervise juicing, food and pastry production to ensure the range is consistently produced to an excellent standard of quality and visual presentation and ensuring labelling and specs are followed. - Meeting production and delivery deadlines and working to labour, cogs and wastage targets. - Ensure smooth and timely delivery of products from CPU to retail stores and communicating any issues clearly to FOH teams. - Team management including recruitment, training, rotas and performance reviews. - Raise weekly and ad hoc orders. - Maintain relationships and liaising with existing and new suppliers to achieve best pricing. - Liaise with suppliers regarding any issues with regards to quality issues/stock/deliveries. - Adhering to health & safety requirements and maintaining excellent hygiene standards. - Assist with menu development or operational changes to improve efficiencies. Key requirements of the Kitchen Manager / CPU Manager / Head Chef - Proven experience in a kitchen management role of 1+ years or looking for a next step up. - Professional with an all-round, multitasking attitude. - Solid leadership and training qualities, enthusiastic and able to motivate a team to achieve excellent quality standards. - Highly organized, positive and calm under pressure. Able to adapt to the flow and quick moving pace of a commercial production kitchen. - Highly responsible, self-motivated and autonomous in work ethic. - Excellent communication and management skills. - Analytical, good eye for detail with excellent problem solving skills. - Experience in using database/reporting systems is a plus. - Level 2 food hygiene & safety certificate. - A passion for/ experience working with fresh food is a bonus. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40,000.00-£43,000.00 per year Schedule: Day shift Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Performance bonus - Work Location: In person

The Server, reporting to the Food Service Supervisors, sets tables, takes orders and serves meals and drinks (bar) to members and guests according to well established rules of etiquette and performs various incidental duties to provide satisfactory service. Maintains cleanliness and order in serving areas. Obtains chit (check) and sees that it is paid or signed. Key Responsibilities • Provide professional, responsive and friendly beverage & food service to members / guests • Demonstrate complete and accurate knowledge of the full menu, wine and drink list, dessert menu, specials and buffet items • Be attentive to members’ needs, circulate the room as needed and respond quickly. Always be ready to take food and beverage orders with chits and pencils on hand at all times • Spot opportunities to offer suggestions for beverages, refill empty glasses and up-sell to increase sales • Use good judgment and discretion when serving alcohol • Recommend wines to accompany menu items • Stock bar with adequate wines, liquor, beer, pop, juices, fruit, glassware, ice swizzle sticks, napkins, straws etc. • Handle complaints with professionalism and tact. Take action if possible or escalate to the supervisor • Maintain a safe and clean bar environment – ensure all glassware and machines are clean, all surfaces are wiped and all equipment is turned off at shift end • Ensure all members are accurately charged for their chits; create a summary and end of shift report. Place all chits at the main bar for processing • Perform thorough close out procedures, including; clean and stock the bar area, remove all garbage and recyclables • Follow all Health & Safety policies and F&B procedures & standards. Requirements • Full knowledge of mixed drinks, wines, liqueurs and cognacs • Ability to mix drinks and know how to prepare a variety of cocktails and fancy drinks • Working knowledge of proper glassware use, handling techniques and garnishing • Pleasant, respectful and professional when communicating with others • Commitment to delivering exceptional service – courteous and friendly • Commitment to teamwork and cooperation • Effectively follow established health & safety / F&B guidelines and policies • Contribute to a positive work environment and demonstrate a positive attitude • Work in an efficient manner while managing multiple tasks and priorities • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with diverse people, including kitchen and dining staff