58 Best waste operative Jobs in Surbiton (October 2026)

Job Ref: COL1276 Branch: Bushy Park Location: Bushy Park, Teddington Salary/Benefits: up to £40,000 per annum plus Bonus Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 48 Posted date: 01/10/2026 Closing date: 01/11/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our Bushy Park café is a beloved destination for locals and visitors, serving expertly baked goods, handmade pastries, specialty coffee, and quality food made with care. We're looking for a talented and creative Head Baker to take charge of our on-site bakery, producing exceptional breads, pastries, and sweet treats, while also developing exciting seasonal products to be featured across the wider Colicci business. If you have a passion for artisan baking, an eye for detail, and love experimenting with seasonal flavours, we want you on our team! What You'll Be Doing: • Leading the bakery team – ensuring consistency, training junior bakers, and inspiring creativity., • Baking with passion – crafting a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, and sweet treats using traditional methods and high-quality ingredients., • Developing new seasonal products – creating limited-edition bakes to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients across Colicci's locations., • Managing production & stock – overseeing ordering, stock take, entering stock, and stock reconciliation to maintain efficiency and reduce waste., • Ensuring excellence in hygiene & safety – upholding the highest kitchen and food safety standards., • Collaborating with the Head Chefs & General Managers – ensuring our bakery offerings stay exciting, innovative, and commercially successful. What We're Looking For: • A passionate & skilled Baker – with expertise in artisan bread and patisserie., • A creative innovator – excited to experiment with flavours and develop seasonal products that set us apart., • A natural leader – experienced in team management, training, and mentoring junior bakers., • An organised & efficient operator – experienced in ordering, stock take, stock entry, and stock reconciliation., • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected, • A detail-oriented professional – ensuring precision in every bake., • A fast-paced operator – able to deliver high volumes while maintaining quality. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary + performance bonus – your success is rewarded., • No late nights - many of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - choose a menu item of your choice., • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business., • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites., • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives., • Proud to be a London Living Wage Employer Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* Ready to Lead Something Special? We'd love to hear from you. Nestled in the historic Bushy Park, The Pheasantry cafe resides amongst stunning woodland. We have looked to reflect the nature and atmosphere of the surrounding parkland within the cafe interior.

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Jollof Haven Nigerian Restaurant & Bar

Head Chef / SOUS CHEF— Nigerian Cuisine — Jollof Haven (Surbiton) — Opening Team Location: Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7AQ Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,000 - £35,000 per year (DOE) + Tips + Bonus Start Date: November 2026 — Interviews October 2026 About Jollof Haven:* Surbiton's first authentic Nigerian Restaurant & Bar — opening November 2026. 40-cover restaurant + bar + takeaway/delivery. We are bringing true Lagos flavour, premium presentation, and warm Naija hospitality to Surbiton. We need a Head Chef who can OWN the kitchen. If you are interested and believe you have the experience to be a head chef or The Role: You will be responsible for the entire kitchen operation — from menu execution to team leadership, stock, hygiene and profitability. This is not just cooking — this is building a brand. Key Responsibilities: • Leading daily kitchen operations and managing all kitchen staff, • Preparing, cooking and presenting all Nigerian dishes to highest standard: Jollof Rice (Party & Classic), Fried Rice, Ofada & Ayamase, Suya, Asun, Nkwobi, Isi Ewu, Amala & Ewedu/Gbegiri, Pounded Yam, Egusi, Efo Riro, Ogbono, Oha, Banga, Afang, Pepper Soup (Goat, Fish, Assorted), Moi Moi, etc., • Developing specials, controlling portioning and reducing waste, • Creating prep lists, ordering stock, and liaising with suppliers, • Maintaining 100% Food Hygiene, HACCP, allergen compliance and EHO readiness, • Training, mentoring and rostering Chef Assistants / Commis, • Managing food cost, GP, and working with owner on menu pricing, • Ensuring consistent taste — every plate must taste like home What We Need: • Proven experience as Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef in Nigerian / West African restaurant (UK essential), • Expert in cooking almost all major Nigerian dishes — you must be able to cook them blindfolded, • Strong leadership — able to lead, train and discipline kitchen team, • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required), • Level 2 Allergy Awareness, HACCP knowledge, • Right to Work in UK — must be reliable and punctual, • Able to work evenings and weekends Benefits: • £28k-£35k + service charge/tips + performance bonus, • Free staff meals on shift, • 28 days holiday, • Be the founding Head Chef — name on the menu, creative input, • Growth to Executive Chef as we expand Application Questions: 1. How many years as Head Chef / Senior Sous in Nigerian restaurant?, 2. List 10 Nigerian dishes you can cook at high restaurant standard., 3. Do you hold Level 3 Food Hygiene? (Certificate number?), 4. Can you reliably commute to Surbiton KT6?, 5. Are you available for a paid trial shift (cooking 3 dishes)? Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount

Job Ref: COL1283 Branch: Richmond Park Location: Richmond Park, London (South West) Salary/Benefits: £15,50 Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Posted date: 20/10/2026 Closing date: 20/11/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces with exceptional coffee, fresh ingredients, and high-quality café dining. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering a vibrant menu crafted with care. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, and delivering outstanding food. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, have a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients, and enjoy mentoring junior chefs, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: • Supporting the Head Chef – ensuring smooth kitchen operations and high food quality., • Supervising food safety & hygiene standards – maintaining a safe, clean and compliant kitchen., • Preparing high-quality dishes – using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create our signature café menu., • Training & mentoring junior chefs – helping to develop skills and maintain consistency., • Managing food prep & cooking – ensuring consistency, speed, and presentation standards., • Overseeing stock management – supporting ordering, stock take, entering stock, and stock reconciliation., • Ensuring kitchen organisation – keeping a clean, efficient, and well-stocked work environment., • Working as part of a team – supporting colleagues to keep operations running smoothl What We're Looking For: • A skilled & passionate chef – with previous experience as a Sous or Senior Chef de Partie., • A hands on team player – supporting the Head Chef and leading by example., • A quality-obsessed cook – who takes pride in using fresh, seasonal ingredients., • An organised & efficient operator – experienced in stock control, waste management, and food cost control., • A problem-solver – able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected., • A flexible & adaptable attitude – happy to work weekends and peak periods like school holidays. Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.* If you're a motivated Sous Chef looking for an exciting new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Richmond Park with it's ancient woodlands, rolling hills and open grasslands is a National Nature Reserve and teaming with life throughout the seasons. We have 1 cafe, 4 kiosks and a seasonal vintage ice cream van nestled amongst the stunning landscapes of this popular and cherished London parkland.

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CIRCA Waste

Waste Collection Van Driver

Location - Jobs across London Vehicle - Medium wheel base van and caged tipper Pay - £15.45 per hour, rising to salary after 3 month probation Hours - 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, Weekends from time to time. Contract - Permanent after probation period. About CIRCA Waste CIRCA Waste is a registered waste management business based in Southwark. We clear and collect waste across London and send as little as possible to landfill. We work in an award winning, circular closed loop system with our sister companies, Tree Brothers and ORNA Group, to turn overlooked resources into valuable new assets. Our circular system is supported by Kings Trust, Southwark Council, Innovate UK, Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership, UCL and LSBU. Our business group has a young, dynamic team, driven by sustainability and impact. We are growing fast, and there is a real opportunity to build with us. The role You will be the face of CIRCA Waste on the road. You will drive to client sites across London, load waste safely, and take it to the right place for reuse, recycling or disposal. A typical day: 1. Start of shift, vehicle walkaround check, load-securing kit and tools., 2. Plan your route, allow for London traffic, ULEZ and congestion zones., 3. Arrive early, aim for 15 minutes before each job. Call the client on arrival., 4. Provide customer service, listen, ask questions, load safely and stack efficiently., 5. Keep records, complete waste transfer notes. Get the client's written OK before any extra work or cost., 6. Close, thank the client and confirm the job with the Operations Manager. Full training on CIRCA's job checklist is given in your first week. What we look for • A genuine team player with a commitment to sustainability, • Confident, safe driving in busy London traffic, • Clear communication by phone, text and in person, • A friendly, professional manner with clientsPunctual and good at managing your time, • Calm under pressure when plans change or problems come up Essential requirements • Full UK Category B driving licence, held for at least [2] years, with no more than [3] points, • Experience driving a van in central London, • Fit to do manual handling — lifting heavy and bulky items safely, • Right to work in the UK, • Willing to work some weekends from time to time. Nice to have: • Knowledge of waste Duty of Care and waste transfer notes (training given if not), • Previous work in waste, removals or deliveries You will wear PPE and a CIRCA uniform, both provided. You will also sign and follow our Health and Safety policy. Pay and what we offer • £15.45 per hour during a 3-month probation, • Salary can be discussed after you pass probation, • All working time is paid, including vehicle checks and paperwork, • Uniform and PPE provided, • Room to grow in a young, values-led business, • Work across CIRCA, Tree Brothers and ORNA Group on real circular-economy projects

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The Crossing

Assistant General Manager (AGM)

We are seeking a enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Manager to join our Warm Rosette Pub in Barnes! We’re a community-focused pub in Barnes, with a strong reputation for great food, drinks and service. Alongside our everyday pub trade, we host a wide range of events, from birthdays and private parties to weddings, celebrations and larger gatherings. We’re looking for someone who is confident leading a team, passionate about hospitality and understands what it takes to run a successful pub. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll play an important role in the day to day running of The Crossing. You’ll be a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable managing a busy Friday night, overseeing a private celebration or making sure the cellar is running perfectly. You’ll help ensure that our guests receive consistently excellent service while supporting the team and maintaining the high standards we expect across the pub. Key responsibilities • Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day operation of the pub, • Leading and motivating the team during busy services, • Maintaining consistently high standards of service, presentation and hospitality, • Taking responsibility for the pub in the absence of the General Manager, • Managing and maintaining the cellar, gas, • Managing stock levels, deliveries and stock rotation, • Supporting ordering and reducing waste and unnecessary stock loss, • Ensuring licensing, health & safety and company procedures are followed, • Training and developing team members, • Dealing confidently and professionally with guest feedback and complaints, • Helping maintain excellent relationships with regular customers and the local community Events are an important part of The Crossing, so experience in private hire and event management is highly desirable. This will include: • Liaising with guests and helping understand their event requirements, • Helping plan and organise events from enquiry through to completion, • Coordinating with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Ensuring event spaces are prepared and presented to a high standard, • Managing timings, menus, drinks packages and special requests, • Providing a warm, professional and personal service to hosts and their guests, • Helping generate repeat business and positive recommendations We’re looking for someone who: • Has previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a pub, bar, restaurant or similar hospitality environment, • Is confident and experienced with cellar management, • Has a genuine interest in beer, drinks and hospitality, • Has experience working with private events, functions or celebrations, • Is confident leading a team and taking responsibility, • Has excellent attention to detail and high standards, • Is calm and organised under pressure, • Has excellent communication and customer service skills, • Is commercially aware and understands the importance of sales, GP, stock control and reducing waste, • Is friendly, approachable and enjoys getting to know customers, • Is willing to be hands-on and lead by example, • Has a positive attitude and takes pride in the venue they work in What we offer • A key management position within a well-established Barnes pub, • Great shift patterns, this is not a late pub, • A friendly and supportive working environment, • The opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact, • Festive bonuses, • Staff benefits and discounts This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys pub life — someone who can confidently run a busy service, look after a cellar, lead a team and make sure a wedding, birthday or celebration is an event guests will remember. If you’re passionate about hospitality, take pride in high standards and want to be part of a busy, ambitious pub in the heart of Barnes, we’d love to hear from you.

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