We are seeking a skilled and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team in a dynamic, high-volume restaurant environment. The ideal candidate will excel in creating exceptional dishes while efficiently managing kitchen operations and fostering a positive, productive kitchen culture. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee all aspects of food preparation, production, and kitchen management., • Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards and health regulations., • Lead, mentor, and train kitchen staff to maintain high performance and morale., • Innovate and design menus that meet quality and presentation standards., • Manage inventory, ordering, and stock control to reduce waste and ensure efficiency., • Supervise kitchen operations to ensure timely delivery of top-quality dishes., • Extensive experience in culinary arts with a focus on fast-paced restaurant kitchens., • Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team., • Proficiency in kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking techniques, and menu development., • Strong understanding of food safety practices and industry regulations., • Excellent organisational skills to balance multiple tasks and priorities. Experience: Culinary : 2 years (required) Cooking: 2 years (required) Food safety: 2 years (required) Food preparation: 2 years (required) Organisational skills: 2 years (required)
Who we are Teens Unite is an energetic, ambitious, and fast-growing charity dedicated to improving the lives of 13–24-year-olds during, and after cancer. We're not a medical charity - we don ’t exist to cure cancer. We empower young people to live positively with cancer and thrive beyond it. We organise activities, programmes, and residential stays, that provide teenagers and young adults with opportunities to enjoy new experiences, develop skills, and connect with others who truly understand their experiences. Our presence is expanding – in 2024 alone, our social content was viewed over 5.5 million times, and we ’ re on a mission to extend our reach even further. We're seeking a Marketing and Comms Executive to build our profile as a recognised and trusted charity that people want to support, and that young people turn to as they navigate their cancer journey. We're preparing to launch a capital appeal to open the UK’s first dedicated retreat for teenagers and young adults diagnosed with cancer. Alongside this, we're broadening our local and national presence, developing our retail outlet, and building strong partnerships with major brands. Who you are You're a motivated marketeer with experience in the sector, or a relevant qualification, and you're ready to flourish in your career. You'll be a strong and versatile writer with a flair for producing clear, compelling copy across a variety of platforms, and a genuine enthusiasm for effective communication. Working closely with the Brand and Comms Manager, you'll take the lead on written outputs across the full marketing mix – from drafting and publishing our regular newsletter, supporting our capital appeal, to writing engaging campaign content that raises awareness locally and nationally. You'll also be instrumental in crafting communications that promote our retail outlet, strengthen partnerships with leading brands and raise awareness and support for young people living with and beyond cancer. What We Offer When joining Teens Unite, you can expect: • To join a thriving organisation, that’ s leading the way in the youth cancer charity sector, • To be part of an inclusive, creative, and forward-thinking team environment, • Responsibility and ownership of impactful projects that directly make a positive impact on the lives of others, • Collaboration with high-profile brands supporting the charity, including YouTube, TikTok, Google and Warner Bros Support in your personal and professional development, including access to training, • Recently refurbished offices on a private site in the Hertfordshire countryside, with free on-site parking, • Flexible working arrangements, 35 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), Christmas office closure, • An optional, company-contributed pension scheme, • A competitive salary, reviewed annually The role We need a creative and motivated Marketing & Communications Executive to help take Teens Unite to the next level – raising our profile, driving engagement, and ensuring more young people know about and benefit from our life-changing support. Key responsibilities: • Support the planning and delivery of high-impact awareness and fundraising campaigns throughout the year, • Take the lead on championing Teens Unite in the local community, building awareness and driving support of Teens Unite's retail outlet through creative campaigns, • Support our capital appeal by helping to raise awareness and funds for the UK’ s first dedicated retreat for young people diagnosed with cancer, • Create engaging marketing materials for a range of audiences – from eye-catching event leaflets to information resources for young people diagnosed with cancer, • Use engaging copy to keep our website fresh and create engaging newsletters, • Edit and share our beneficiary stories that highlight the impact of our work and events Support PR and media outreach to spread our message locally and nationally, • Showcase Teens Unite on event days and maximise opportunities for further engagement, • Thank and celebrate our supporters through imaginative and heartfelt communications, • Be a guardian of the Teens Unite brand, ensuring a consistent and professional voice across all platforms, • Manage marketing resources, ensuring stock of leaflets, merchandise, and other materials is well maintained Person Specification Essential: • Previous experience in a marketing or communications role, or a marketing-related qualification, • Excellent copywriting and communication skills, • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to brand guidelines, • Confident in using all major social media platforms (TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), • An understanding of AI tools and how to use them Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Creative, proactive, and full of ideas to help take Teens Unite ’ s marketing to the next level, • A collaborative, positive, and enthusiastic approach, with the ability to take ownership of tasks, • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, driven to achieve results, and motivated to contribute ideas and a willingness to go above and beyond for the success of the team and charity as a whole, • Desirable Experience working within the charity sector Knowledge of Canva or other design platforms, • Experience with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp, • Experience working with website CMS systems Reporting to: Brand & Communications Manager Location: Head Office - Broxbourne, Hertfordshire (a minimum of four days in the office). Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. (Part time working, a minimum of 28 hours per week will be considered.) Application Closing Date: Sunday 28th September 2025 Interviews: W/C 6th October 2025 Salary band: £24,000 - £28,000 (depending on experience)
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Managers (Front of house, Kitchen) to lead our team in a dynamic restaurant environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality, ensuring exceptional service and high standards of food quality. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing daily operations while fostering a positive team culture. Responsibilities Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service Supervise and train staff in food preparation, cooking techniques, and serving protocols Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in accordance with regulations Manage inventory, including food production and kitchen supplies Collaborate with the culinary team to develop menus that reflect current trends and customer preferences Implement training programmes for new employees, focusing on hospitality and customer service excellence Handle customer inquiries and complaints professionally to ensure satisfaction Monitor staff performance, providing feedback and support for professional development Experience Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within the restaurant or hospitality industry Strong culinary experience with knowledge of food preparation, cooking, and food safety standards Previous experience in team management, demonstrating effective leadership skills Familiarity with kitchen operations and barista experience is advantageous Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team We invite passionate individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments to apply for this exciting opportunity to lead our team towards success.
About Us We are a brand-new independent coffee shop based in the heart of a beautiful village, serving high-quality coffee, delicious food, and warm hospitality to our local community. As a startup, we are looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team and grow with us. Role Overview As a Barista, you’ll be at the heart of our coffee shop, crafting exceptional drinks, engaging with customers, and ensuring they have a great experience. You’ll also help take orders, assist with warming and serving food, and keep the café running smoothly. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and other beverages to our standards, • Take customer orders at the till, providing friendly and efficient service, • Assist with warming up and serving food, ensuring presentation and hygiene standards are met, • Deliver food and drinks to tables with a welcoming and professional approach, • Keep the coffee shop clean and tidy, including the counter, tables, and equipment, • Manage stock levels, restock supplies, and alert management when needed, • Engage with customers, build rapport, and contribute to a warm, community-focused atmosphere What We’re Looking For • Passion for great coffee and customer service, • Previous experience as a barista or in a hospitality role (preferred but not essential), • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, • A friendly, positive attitude with excellent communication skills, • Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team, • Willingness to learn and adapt in a growing business What We Offer • A supportive and friendly working environment in a beautiful village setting, • A chance to be part of an exciting new independent coffee shop, • Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills