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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Kingston upon Thames

    As a Sous Chef in a Brazilian kitchen, you will play a vital role in assisting the Executive Chef in managing the culinary operations of a restaurant. You will contribute to creating traditional dishes, ensuring their authenticity and maintaining the highest taste, presentation, and quality standards. Responsibilities: Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, to maintain the authenticity and quality of Brazilian dishes. Collaborate with the Executive Chef in developing menus that showcase considering customer preferences and dietary restrictions. Supervise and guide the kitchen staff, including cooks, line chefs, and kitchen assistants, providing training, motivation, and support to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen. Ensure that all dishes are prepared and cooked according to authentic executive chef recipes, paying attention to traditional cooking techniques, ingredient selection, and flavour profiles. Monitor food inventory levels, order ingredients, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, adhere to strict food safety and sanitation standards, and ensure that all staff follow proper hygiene practices. Collaborate with the Executive Chef in managing kitchen costs, including monitoring ingredient costs, minimizing waste, and optimizing kitchen operations to achieve financial targets.

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  • Residential Childcare Worker
    Residential Childcare Worker
    1 month ago
    £13.5–£15.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Cobham

    Location: Cobham Hours: 16–42 hours per week (rota-based, including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins) Reporting to: Registered Manager / Deputy Manager / Senior Care Practitioner About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, committed Care Practitioner to join our children’s residential home, supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). You will play a vital role in providing a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children can feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. This role is central to delivering high-quality, child-centred care in line with Ofsted regulations, the Children Act 1989, and Every Child Matters. Key Responsibilities As a Care Practitioner, you will: • Provide high-quality physical, emotional, social, and cultural care tailored to each child’s individual needs, • Promote independence and life skills such as communication, self-care, cooking, and daily routines, • Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent, positive role model, • Support children through challenging behaviours using calm, trauma-informed approaches, • Safeguard children at all times and maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment, • Monitor health, wellbeing, behaviour, and development, reporting concerns appropriately, • Assist with medication administration in line with policies and training, • Support education, leisure, and community-based activities, • Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports, reviews, and care planning meetings, • Advocate for children and actively involve them in decisions about their lives and futures, • Work collaboratively with families, social workers, teachers, and other professionals Working as Part of a Team You will be expected to: • Contribute positively to team meetings, supervision, and appraisals, • Work consistently with colleagues to implement care plans, • Support team development and provide informal support to colleagues when needed, • Adhere to all policies, procedures, and the home’s Statement of Purpose, • Uphold professional standards, including whistleblowing responsibilities Personal Development We are committed to your growth and development. You will: • Receive a full induction and ongoing training, • Attend mandatory and in-house training sessions, • Be supported through supervision and appraisal processes, • Be encouraged to work towards relevant qualifications Requirements • Qualifications: A relevant qualification in childcare, health & social care, education, or similar is desirable, or a willingness to work towards a Level 3/4 Diploma, • Experience: Experience working with children or young people is beneficial, • Flexibility: Ability to work shifts including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties, • Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS check required (or willingness to obtain one) Skills & Qualities • Caring, patient, empathetic, and resilient, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work effectively within a team, • Understanding of child development and safeguarding, • Calm and confident in managing behaviours of concern Additional Information This role requires flexibility to meet the needs of the home, including occasional rota changes and undertaking additional duties such as light maintenance or gardening where appropriate. Any changes to circumstances affecting DBS clearance must be reported immediately. We are currently unable to support sponsorship.

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  • Domestic Assistant
    Domestic Assistant
    2 months ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Full-time
    Epsom

    Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Domestic Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within our care home, including specialist dementia care areas. This role is essential in creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment that supports the wellbeing of residents, particularly those living with dementia. Key Responsibilities • Clean and maintain residents’ rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, and staff areas to a high standard, • Carry out daily, weekly, and deep cleaning tasks in line with schedules, • Follow infection control, health & safety, and COSHH procedures at all times, • Use cleaning products and equipment safely and store them securely, • Dispose of general and clinical waste appropriately, • Replenish cleaning supplies and report low stock levels, • Respond promptly to spillages or urgent cleaning needs, • Report maintenance issues, hazards, or concerns to management Dementia Care Responsibilities • Work in a calm, respectful, and reassuring manner around residents living with dementia, • Be mindful of noise levels, routines, and familiar environments to avoid distress or confusion, • Respect residents’ personal spaces and belongings, recognising that changes in environment can be unsettling, • Use clear, simple communication when interacting with residents, • Be aware of behaviours associated with dementia and respond with patience and understanding, • Support a homely, non-clinical environment that promotes comfort and familiarity Requirements • Previous cleaning experience (care, healthcare, or hospitality preferred), • Basic understanding of hygiene standards and infection control (training provided), • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Good attention to detail and time management, • Reliable, punctual, and flexible, • Basic communication skills in English Desirable • Experience working in a care home, particularly with dementia care, • Knowledge of COSHH regulations, • Basic awareness of dementia and person-centred care approaches, • Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality Personal Attributes • Compassionate and patient, especially when working around vulnerable adults, • Respectful of residents’ dignity, independence, and individuality, • Professional, trustworthy, and discreet, • Calm and positive approach, particularly in sensitive situations What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Training in dementia awareness and care standards, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • pension, meals, uniform

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  • HGV & VAN TECHNICIAN
    HGV & VAN TECHNICIAN
    2 months ago
    £35000–£55000 yearly
    Full-time
    Feltham

    NEW WORKSHOP OPENING JUNE 2026 Job Overview We are seeking a skilled and dependable Commercial Vehicle Technician to join our team at our brand-new, state-of-the-art workshop. You will be responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and repair of a diverse fleet, ranging from small vans to 44-tonne HGVs, ensuring they meet all DVSA and VOSA road safety standards. Key Responsibilities • Routine Maintenance: Carry out scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections (e.g., 6-week or 8-week checks)., • Diagnosis & Repair: Use advanced diagnostic tools (e.g., Jaltest, TEXA) to identify and fix mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults., • MOT Preparation: Prepare, present, and accompany vehicles for annual MOT inspections., • Compliance: Accurately complete job cards, maintenance records, and service reports to maintain legal "O" licence requirements., • Roadside Support: Respond to breakdowns and provide mobile emergency repair services on a rotational basis. Essential Qualifications & Skills • Education: NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds equivalent in Heavy Vehicle or Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair., • Licence: Full UK driving licence. An HGV Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C) licence is highly desirable but not always essential., • Experience: Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a similar commercial workshop environment., • Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of diesel engines, air braking systems, and multiplex/CAN bus electrical systems., • Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team. Why Join Our New Workshop? • Modern Facilities: Work with brand-new equipment and the latest diagnostic technology in a clean, safe environment., • Career Growth: Opportunities for specialized training, such as IRTEC accreditation or EV/hybrid vehicle certification., • Competitive Rewards: Attractive salary packages (often ranging from £35k to £55k+ DOE) with overtime rates and comprehensive benefits like healthcare and pension schemes.

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  • Database Administrator
    Database Administrator
    2 months ago
    £34600–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Walton-on-Thames

    Database administrators and web content technicians Job Responsibilities - • Applicant would be responsible for regularly updating and maintaining the online product inventory, including new arrivals, out of stock items, price changes, and promotions., • Ensure accurate product details such as name, ingredients, benefits, price, and availability are displayed for customer reference. Update website banners, landing pages, and special offers., • Tracking key website metrics, such as sales trends, customer inquiries, and conversion rates, and generating reports for management is essential., • Coordinate with developers to resolve technical issues, monitor the website for bugs or downtime, and implement backup and recovery procedures., • Manage user-generated data, including customer reviews, inquiries, and accounts. Ensuring the security of sensitive customer information, including payment data and transaction history, is a key responsibility Salary - £34,600 - £40,000 Company Background UTILITIES XPERTS LIMITED trading in the name of TOPS PIZZA was incorporated on 5 August 2020. It mainly deals with take-away food shops and mobile food stands. Company is planning to expand its business and it is looking for Database Administrator to look after the client centricity and also to ensure accurate product details such as name, ingredients, benefits, price, and availability are displayed for customer reference. Update website banners, landing pages, and special offers.

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    2 months ago
    £45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Kingston upon Thames

    RESTAURANT MANAGER – EXCLUSIVE NEW RESTAURANT | SURREY 🌟 Candidates must live locally or have reliable access to their own transportation No visa sponsorship available We are seeking a passionate, confident, and driven Restaurant Manager (or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to step up) to lead one of Surrey’s most exclusive new dining spots. This is a rare opportunity for a hospitality professional who combines exceptional service standards with strong wine knowledge and wants to grow with an ambitious, expanding company. 📍 Location Surrey 💰 Salary £45,000+ depending on experience 🕓 Schedule 4 days on / 3 days off 🏠 Accommodation Optional double room available above the restaurant About the Venue Venue One – Fine Dining (open 3 evenings a week) A discreet, high-end restaurant offering an Asian-influenced menu in an intimate, premium setting. This is a secret concept with no online presence — guests attend by invitation or word of mouth. It already attracts celebrities and high-profile local clientele and is known for its refined, understated luxury. The Role As Restaurant Manager, you will: • Lead, motivate, and develop a professional front-of-house team, • Deliver exceptional guest experiences in a high-profile, exclusive environment, • Oversee daily operations, • Work closely with the owner and Head Chef to refine and grow concepts, • Manage budgets, stock control, and supplier relationships, • Take ownership of the wine and beverage programme – strong wine knowledge is essential, • Curate wine, cocktail, and beverage offerings to match premium brand standards, • Train and mentor the team in premium beverage service The Ideal Candidate You will be: • Living locally or have reliable access to your own transportation, • Energetic, confident, and highly service-driven, • Experienced in fine dining, boutique hotels, or high-end hospitality, • Strong in wine knowledge (sommelier or bar management background is highly advantageous), • A natural leader with excellent communication skills, • Comfortable managing multiple concepts side by side, • Ambitious and excited by long-term progression within a growing group Why This Role? Lead one of Surrey’s most exclusive and discreet dining destinations Manage two contrasting venues under one roof Clear career progression, with plans to open multiple future sites

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