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We are looking for a waiter/waitress to join our amazing team as soon as possible. You will work in a busy restaurant in which you will have to deliver exceptional service in a friendly atmosphere. What we look for in our Waiting Staff:18+ •Passionate about working in hospitality •Great eye for detail •Enjoys and wants to be an active member of a team •Excellent verbal communication •An understanding of what amazing guest service looks like Job types : Full time Salary: up to £15 an hour
About us At Sweet Jerk, we're all about serving bold, vibrant Caribbean flavours with a modern twist. Proudly family-owned, and we pour that sense of community and care into every dish we serve. Bringing bold Caribbean flavours to the heart of Beckenham, we serve up sizzling jerk, island vibes, and a menu packed with good times. From our signature jerk chicken to our irresistible sides, everything is made with love and a taste of home. Whether you’re swinging by for a quick bite or settling in for a feast, we’ve got you covered with a warm welcome and good vibes—always on the menu! Overview Our kitchen is the heart of our operations, where we blend traditional jerk techniques with a dash of creativity to bring a fresh, unforgettable dining experience. We're a fast-growing restaurant known for its fun, dynamic team and commitment to quality. If you're passionate about food, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you'll fit right in with us. We're all about culture, flavour, and the ultimate Sweet Jerk experience! Duties - Assist in food preparation and cooking according to established recipes and standards. - Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. - Support meal preparation for various services, including restaurant dining and catering events. - Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service. - Help with inventory management, including receiving deliveries and storing food items appropriately. - Participate in regular cleaning schedules to maintain hygiene standards within the kitchen. - Follow all health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. Skills - Experience in food preparation within a restaurant or catering environment is preferred. - Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations is essential. - Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a busy kitchen setting. - Basic culinary skills with an eagerness to learn and develop further in the culinary field. - Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality. Join us as a Kitchen Team Member and be part of an exciting culinary journey!
As a Chef de Partie, you would be working on a variety of stations. responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the guests through preparation, cooking and food presentation. Takes leadership role during the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.. Must adhere to all sanitation regulations and requirements and also responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items and equipment. 1. Able to organise the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders. 2. Able to prepare and sells food within recommended time frames to meet Guest expectations. 3. Able to operate kitchen equipment like braising pan, baking ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers. 4. Able to produce quality product in a timely and efficient manner for the guests or staff. 5. Responsible to maintain cleanliness, sanitation at the assigned work area. 6. Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by the recipe and to specification.
Little Goslings is a home based early years setting in Beckenham. We have achieved 4 consecutive ‘Outstanding’ gradings from Ofsted. We are looking for a kind, enthusiastic, energetic but quiet, reliable and trustworthy individual to assist the everyday running of the setting, safeguard and support the children in our care and enable them to thrive and blossom. Duties will include - 🐥supporting children’s care and wellbeing 🐥undertaking safeguarding and other training specific to your job role 🐥assisting with the daily running of the setting, ensuring a clean and safe environment is maintained at all times 🐥building respectful and nurturing relationships with the small people in your care, the other staff members and parents too 🐥planning and organising fun and interesting activities 🐥assisting with admin duties and liaising with parents 🐥Having a sense of humour & a happy disposition is essential No formal qualifications are required, however a warm, caring and nurturing persona is essential. Knowledge of the EYFS and early years curriculum and/or experience with children under 5 is desirable, however, if you are passionate about working with little ones, we can teach you along the way! You must be prepared to feel loved and special to many young children and their families… there is simply no other job like this one. The position is subject to a successful interview, enhanced DBS check and references. The position is for a week at the start of January. Monday 6th January- Thursday 9th January. 🐶🐶 Please note - we are a ‘home from home’ setting. We have a little dog called Rosie ( who also thinks she is a little person)
WHO YOU ARE: - Someone passionate about cooking with a strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and an excellent eye for detail. - A respectful and thoughtful professional who is punctual and has a strong work ethic, driven by high standards and who consistently shows the best example of conduct. - A team player and leader with good communication skills, who is enthusiastic about teaching and passing on their knowledge, but also open to learning from others. - A competent and energetic cook who is comfortable with all sections of the kitchen, and is a fast learner if there are any areas which need improvement. - Someone creative and organised with good time management and multitasking skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. YOU MUST HAVE: - 3+ years’ experience as a sous chef or chef. 2+ years’ experience with Italian cuisine. Good level of oral proficiency in English and/ or Italian language. Familiarity with industry best practices. Any food specific education or certification an advantage. TASKS INCLUDE: - Prepare, cook, and present food in line with the required standards of Sapore Vero. - Supporting the company in developing new menus & weekly specials. - Monitor food production to ensure consistent quality of portion size. - Take ownership of the kitchen management in the absence of the Head Chef. - Follow relevant hygiene and health & safety guidelines. - Organise food, supplies, and utensils within the kitchen and in the fridges. - Stock control. - Following FIFO procedure to reduce waste of food stock. - Keep all designated areas in the kitchen clean and tidy before, during, and after the service accordingly with hygiene standards. - Check that appliance and fridges are at the required temperatures and properly closed before leaving. - Regularly clean and monitor kitchen appliances. - Work with the kitchen porter and pizza chefs to ensure the smooth running of service. - Coordinate take away orders with the pizza chef and floor staff to provide drivers with correct food. - Establish effective employee relations and maintain the highest level of professionalism, ethics, and attitude towards all guests, clients, and employees. - Any other duties as assigned related to this position.