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  • Production Kitchen Supervisor
    Production Kitchen Supervisor
    16 hours ago
    £32000–£34000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Department: Production / Operations Reports To: Production Manager (Kitchen Operations) Location: Leyton, E10 7QP Hours: Full-Time Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per annum Planthood’s is the UK’s highest rated plant-based meal kit company and one of the fastest growing health food companies in the UK. Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and have a meaningful impact on the planet, by eating more plant-based whole foods. We do this from our own London kitchen, where we cook up irresistibly delicious food and deliver it to thousands of customers across the UK every week. Since launching from Hilary & Will’s kitchen in 2020, the company has now cooked up over 5 million meals. We’re now looking for hungry and ambitious people, who share our vision and values, to join our team at this exciting time in our journey. As we continue to scale, we're looking for an exceptional Kitchen Supervisor to help lead our kitchen operation. This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of the business, responsible for ensuring our kitchen team operates safely, efficiently and to the highest standards every day. A key focus of this role will be overseeing the daily food preparation and cooking processes, while managing our team of chefs and kitchen porters. You'll be responsible for managing production flow, signing off batch quality, and maintaining the exceptional culinary and hygiene standards that our customers expect. You'll play a key role in driving performance, developing people, improving processes and holding the kitchen team accountable. Working closely with the Production Manager, you'll help ensure that every component leaving our kitchen reflects the standards and values that have fuelled Planthood's growth so far. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical function within a rapidly growing food business and help shape the future of our kitchen operation. What You'll Be Doing Team Leadership • Lead, motivate and support our kitchen team members., • Create a positive, engaged, high-performing, and accountable kitchen team culture., • Lead daily team briefings and debriefings, assigning clear stations, individual tasks, and time expectations., • Train and onboard new chefs and KPs, supporting their development and success., • Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, coaching sessions, and performance conversations, managing team performance in real time., • Assist with managing kitchen staffing levels, rotas, holidays and shift changes to ensure operational requirements are met. Kitchen Operations • Drive the daily production flow on the kitchen floor by sequencing tasks strategically, coordinating closely with the packing, warehouse and procurement teams to prevent bottlenecks and keep output steady., • Adjust production flow in real time, reallocating kitchen staff effectively to manage short-staffing scenarios and minimize idle time., • Step into production stations and demonstrate strong Chef de Partie (CDP) skills when required to maintain operational speed., • Support the day-to-day management of operations and deputise for the Production Managers when required., • Draft the weekly kitchen production schedule and set the daily production plan, dynamically factoring in variables like equipment availability, delivery delays, and staffing levels., • Procure fresh ingredients for the next production day using systems like Rekki., • Ensure KPIs and quality standards are consistently achieved., • Monitor team performance and productivity, identifying opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency and workflow., • Maintain accurate kitchen records, strong reports, and operational documentation., • Maintain a direct and vital line of communication with the Production Managers by providing high-quality, comprehensive reports and structured end-of-day handovers., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the kitchen floor. Quality, Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure food safety, allergen, hygiene and HACCP standards are followed at all times., • Support quality control processes and ensure all required checks are completed accurately., • Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the kitchen operation., • Support audits, risk assessments and compliance activities, including SALSA accreditation. Stock & Equipment • Support stock control, stock rotation and waste reduction initiatives., • Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance issues promptly., • Help ensure production machinery is operated safely and efficiently. What We're Looking For • Strong culinary expertise: Minimum Chef de Partie (CDP) level experience with a strong palate, refined taste-testing skills, and a deep understanding of complex flavor profiles., • Mastery of cooking processes: Excellent knowledge of high-volume cooking methods., • Technical kitchen capability: Solid technical capability operating heavy kitchen equipment (e.g., bratt pans, large industrial boiling pots, blast chillers) and light kitchen machinery., • Production management skills: Excellent production sequencing abilities, knowing how to balance output speed with premium product quality., • Supervisor experience: Proven supervisory experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen, food manufacturing facility, or fast-paced catering operation., • KPI ownership: Experience driving team performance against key production metrics and taking personal accountability for shift output targets., • Strong reporting skills: Experience maintaining meticulous data logs and delivering high-quality, comprehensive operational reports to management teams., • People leadership: Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience coaching, developing, and motivating teams., • Operational mindset: Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement., • Composure & drive: A resilient, positive, and organized individual who maintains composure and drives urgency under pressure., • Compliance knowledge: Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergens, and health & safety requirements., • Tech-savvy: Comfortable using digital systems such as Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Gmail, Drive, etc), Slack, Trail, etc. Why Join Us? • Join a close-knit, high-performing team that is obsessed with making incredible work., • Play a key role in a business that's scaling rapidly and making a positive impact., • Enjoy opportunities for development, progression and increased responsibility., • Help us transform the health of people and the planet through food., • Bonus opportunity., • Pension scheme., • Free healthy lunches and meals at our HQ.

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  • Work From Home – Paid Research
    Work From Home – Paid Research
    2 days ago
    Part-time
    London

    Research Tribe is a completely free service that connects people like you with remote opportunities to take part in market research. You could become a mystery shopper, product tester or simply share your opinion through paid surveys, focus groups and more. We work with many leading market research companies and brands. They want to hear your thoughts and will reward you with a variety of incentives including cash, vouchers, products, gifts, experiences and prizes. • Mystery Shopping, • Product Testing, • Focus Groups, • Surveys & More There is never any obligation to take part as you choose the opportunities you're interested in and complete them at times convenient for you, so it's perfect for everyone (especially if you're looking for flexible entry level, part time, temporary, evening, weekend or seasonal work with an immediate start and no experience). It's not a suitable replacement for a job, however it's a great way to work from home and earn additional income. Getting started is easy, simply click 'Apply Now’ and register on our website so we can keep you updated with suitable opportunities by email – it takes under 60 seconds. ... Research Tribe members come from a variety of work backgrounds including admin, customer service, accounts, finance, retail, IT, recruitment, human resources (HR), social care, cleaning, driving, NHS and local council. Whether you’re a student, apprentice, graduate, trainee, administrator, accountant, payroll assistant, sales executive, personal assistant (PA), business analyst, account manager, business analyst, receptionist, school teacher, chef, waiter, office worker or night shift warehouse operative - you’ll be in great company!

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  • Warehouse Operative, Portuguese Speaker
    Warehouse Operative, Portuguese Speaker
    8 days ago
    £1800–£2250 monthly
    Part-time
    London

    The Role You will work alongside two other warehouse staff to keep stock organised, prepare client orders accurately and keep our records up to date. Portuguese is spoken day to day within the team, so the ability to communicate in Portuguese is required. This is a hands-on role in a busy, early-starting environment where accuracy and consistency matter. Responsibilities • Preparing and packing client linen and supply orders ready for dispatch, • Receiving, counting and checking incoming and returning stock, • Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and well organised, • Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages or discrepancies, • Recording stock movements accurately, • Supporting the wider team with day-to-day warehouse tasks as needed What We Are Looking For • Spoken Portuguese (required) and basic English, • Reliable and punctual, comfortable with a 7am start, • Organised, with good attention to detail, • Able to work as part of a small team and follow instructions, • Physically fit, comfortable standing, lifting and carrying throughout the shift, • Basic numeracy and confidence using a phone or tablet to record stock, • Warehouse, logistics or stock-handling experience is helpful but not essential, as full training is provided, • Right to work in the UK What We Offer • Consistent part-time hours, finishing at 3pm, • Stable, ongoing role in a growing business, • Training and support from an experienced team About Us Grosvenor Cleaning is a London-based property cleaning and linen services business supporting short-let and property management clients across the city. Our warehouse is based near Willesden Junction, the centre of our linen operation, and we are looking for a reliable, organised, Portuguese-speaking person to join the team. How to Apply Send your CV or a short message about yourself and your availability . Candidates able to start immediately will be prioritised.

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  • Warehouse Assistant - Receiver
    Warehouse Assistant - Receiver
    16 days ago
    £13.6 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy — but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Our Central Production Unit on Holloway Road is the team that keeps every Ottolenghi venue running smoothly. It's a hands-on, people-first environment, and some roles may involve travel to our sites. What You’ll Do • Receive and manage deliveries for all departments across the CPU, • Ensure deliveries are directed to the correct department and alert the relevant manager when they arrive, • Check deliveries for damaged ingredients, broken packaging or other quality issues and report these promptly, • Organise and rotate stock using the FIFO (first in, first out) method, • Regularly check best-before dates and highlight any stock concerns, • Assist with warehouse orders and monthly stock takes, bringing any imminent shortages to the attention of the managers, • Prepare daily warehouse orders for our Ottolenghi sites, including bagged products, jars and other items, • Print delivery notes and ensure all orders are clearly labelled for drivers, • Prepare deliveries according to daily store orders, ensuring crate labels are clearly visible, • Count, wrap and prepare packaging according to required pack sizes, • Pack and vacuum-pack dry ingredients for warehouse orders where required, • Keep the warehouse clean, tidy and well organised, including shelves and floors, • Dispose of empty cardboard boxes and unnecessary pallets safely, • Follow all company procedures relating to food safety, allergens, hygiene and workplace health and safety What We’re Looking For • Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail, • A positive attitude, strong work ethic and flexible approach, • Good physical strength and stamina, with the ability to work in a hands-on environment, • An understanding of stock management, rotation and the importance of accurate stock levels, • A good understanding of food hygiene, allergens and health & safety, • Mature, confident and resourceful, with the ability to work independently, • Comfortable working under pressure in a busy environment, • A reliable team player who is happy to support different departments when needed What You’ll Need • Level 2 Food Safety, • Workplace Health & Safety training, • Basic Fire Safety, • Allergen Awareness What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Warehouse Operative - Days & Nights - Top Rates available
    Warehouse Operative - Days & Nights - Top Rates available
    25 days ago
    £19.5–£25.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Salary: £19.50 – £25.00 per hour (depending on shift pattern and experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Shift Patterns Available: Day shifts (08:00 – 17:00) or Night shifts (22:00 – 06:00), Monday to Friday (Overtime available) About Us We are a leading logistics and distribution provider operating a fast-paced, high-volume fulfillment centre in West London. We pride ourselves on efficiency, workplace safety, and delivering top-tier service to our clients. We are looking for dependable, hard-working Warehouse Operatives to join our growing team with an immediate start available. Key Responsibilities • Order Picking & Packing: Accurately select items from inventory using handheld digital scanners and securely pack products for shipment., • Goods Inbound & Outbound: Load and unload delivery vehicles safely using manual handling techniques and pallet trucks., • Stock Management: Check incoming stock against delivery notes to ensure quality, quantity, and data entry accuracy., • Warehouse Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment compliant with health and safety standards. What We Are Looking For • Experience: Previous experience in a warehouse, fulfillment, or manufacturing environment is highly valued but not essential., • Attributes: High attention to detail, reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic., • Physical Fitness: Ability to handle physical work, including lifting and moving stock throughout the working day.

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  • Operations & Customer Service Executive / Manager
    Operations & Customer Service Executive / Manager
    1 month ago
    £30000–£37000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Location: Waterloo, London Hours: 4:00am–1:00pm, plus one Friday night shift per fortnight Salary: £30,000–£40,000, depending on experience Company Overview Butcher & Edmonds Ltd is an independently family run catering butchers located in Central London, supplying many of London’s finest restaurants, hotels and gentleman’s clubs. Having been in operation since 2004, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality meats and exceptional service to some of the best chef’s in London. Our commitment to sourcing the best products and delivering outstanding service sets us apart in the industry. The role We are looking for a highly organised and adaptable person to join our small office team at a busy London food wholesaler. This is a crucial hybrid role sitting between operations, customer service, sales administration and basic finance. It is not a traditional sales account-management position. You will help ensure that customer orders are processed accurately, deliveries run smoothly and the day-to-day operation of the business remains organised. The role could suit an operations or administrative professional who would like to become more customer-facing. It could equally suit someone from a sales or customer-service background who enjoys detail, systems and operational responsibility. We are open to candidates at different stages of their careers. A more junior candidate could join as an Operations & Customer Service Executive and develop into the position, while an experienced candidate could take ownership of the role at manager level. You will join a small office team consisting of the General Manager/Sales Director and a Credit Controller/Customer Service Executive. As a result, you will need to be comfortable taking responsibility, switching between priorities and helping wherever required. Key responsibilities Order processing and customer service • Take customer orders by telephone, email and other ordering channels., • Enter orders accurately and efficiently into our ERP system., • Provide telephone customer service to chefs and hospitality customers, particularly during the busy period between 8:00am and midday., • Respond to product, availability, pricing, delivery and order queries., • Resolve routine problems quickly and escalate more complex issues when required., • Build strong, helpful relationships with customers through reliable day-to-day service., • Support customers with additions, amendments, shortages and urgent requirements. Operations and delivery coordination • Act as a link between the office, customers, warehouse and delivery team., • Help coordinate our five delivery drivers throughout the morning., • Communicate delivery instructions, changes and customer requirements clearly., • Respond to delivery queries and help resolve delays or other issues., • Ensure relevant information is passed accurately between customers, drivers and the wider team., • Support the smooth running of daily sales and delivery operations. Systems and administration • Maintain accurate customer, order, pricing and product information., • Carry out regular data entry and general sales administration., • Support the business through its move to a new ERP system., • Help test processes, identify issues and ensure information is transferred accurately., • Contribute to improving administrative and operational processes., • Produce basic reports and information when required. Bookkeeping support • Undertake basic bookkeeping and finance administration., • Assist with invoices, credits, account queries and record keeping., • Work closely with the Credit Controller to ensure customer information is accurate., • Investigate straightforward discrepancies and ensure supporting information is properly recorded. Night-team cover • Work one Friday night shift per fortnight as part of the normal rota., • Provide holiday cover for the Night Sales Operations Manager for approximately 24 shifts per year., • Manage night-time order processing and sales operations confidently when providing cover., • Ensure a clear and accurate handover between the night and daytime teams. General responsibilities • Provide flexible support across the business as priorities change., • Complete ad hoc administrative and operational tasks., • Help maintain high standards of accuracy, communication and customer service., • Take ownership of problems and follow them through to resolution. About you You will be practical, dependable and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where customer requirements can change quickly. You should have: • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail., • A confident, friendly and professional telephone manner., • Experience in operations, administration, customer service, sales support or a related role., • The ability to enter and manage data accurately., • Confidence using business software and learning new systems., • The ability to prioritise several competing tasks., • A calm and solutions-focused approach to problems., • The confidence to communicate with customers, drivers, warehouse colleagues and managers., • A willingness to take responsibility within a small team., • Flexibility around the early-morning hours, Friday-night rota and holiday-cover requirements., • Experience of foodservice, hospitality, wholesale, logistics, order processing, bookkeeping or ERP systems would be useful, but is not essential for the right candidate. What we offer • A salary of £30,000–£37,000, depending on experience and the level of responsibility assumed., • The opportunity to occupy a central and influential position within a growing business., • Broad exposure to customer service, sales operations, logistics, finance and business systems., • The chance to play an important role in the implementation of a new ERP platform., • Genuine scope for the position to develop as the business grows., • A supportive, close-knit working environment where individual contributions are visible and valued., • Annual 4 weeks' holiday, • Discretionary Christmas bonus, • Company Pension, • Discounted Staff Meat, • A supportive & collaborative working environment, • This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both people and processes: a capable operator who wants more customer contact, or a customer-facing professional who would like to develop broader operational experience.

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