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  • Fishmonger from September
    Fishmonger from September
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Job Title: Fishmonger Location: Primrose Hill/marylebone London, Type: Full-time Role OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and passionate Fishmonger to join our team. You will be hand-preparing, and selling high-quality seafood. You will act as an expert guide for our customers, offering preparation and cooking advice, while ensuring all products meet the highest standards of freshness and food safety. Key ResponsibilitiesSeafood Preparation: Hand-prepare fish and shellfish, including scaling, gutting, filleting, boning, shucking, and dressing. Customer Service: Advise customers on species, seasonality, portion sizes, and preparation methods to drive sales. Stock & Inventory: Receive early-morning deliveries, assess quality, check temperatures, rotate stock, and manage display cabinets. Hygiene & Safety: Maintain impeccable health and safety standards, prevent cross-contamination, and sanitize work areas and tools. Sustainable Sourcing: Maintain knowledge of responsible fishing practices and help promote sustainable seafood options. Requirements Experience: Previous experience in fishmongery, seafood retail, or as a commercial fish preparer.Technical Skills: Advanced knife skills and the ability to process, weigh, and package seafood accurately.Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of various fish and shellfish species, their origins, and seasonality.Physical Requirements: Ability to work early morning shifts, stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and work in cold, wet conditions. Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong command of spoken English to engage customers. Some Japanese speaking or sashimi experience a plus

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  • Car Mechanic
    Car Mechanic
    9 days ago
    £40000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chigwell

    Car Mechanic / Technician - Autocare Mot, Tyres & Service Centre - London -••• Chigwell Motor Works , are seeking a skilled and dedicated Automotive Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and a passion for vehicle maintenance and repair. This role requires hands-on experience with various automotive systems, the ability to diagnose issues, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Duties • Perform routine maintenance on vehicles, including oil changes, brake inspections, and tyre rotations, Timing Belts/Wet Belts, • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues using hand tools, power tools, and equipment repair techniques., • Read and interpret schematics to understand vehicle systems and components., • Assemble parts and components as needed during repairs or maintenance tasks., • Conduct heavy lifting as required for various automotive tasks., • Maintain a clean and organised work environment to ensure safety and efficiency., • Provide exceptional customer service by communicating effectively with clients about their vehicle needs and repairs., • Proven mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in automotive repair., • Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively., • Ability to read schematics and technical manuals related to automotive systems., • Own tools is required, • Strong customer service skills to interact positively with clients., • Previous experience is required, • A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential. If you are passionate about automobiles and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Automotive Mechanic. Full-Time position Competitive salary plus benefits if interested, please apply to this offer. • Experience Required • Employment Full-time • Schedule Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm • Salary £40,000 – £50,000 yearly • Starting time Immediate start! Unit 10 Taylors, Gravel Lane Chigwell

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  • night cleaner
    night cleaner
    10 days ago
    £15.5–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Bacchanalia, situated in Berkley Square in Mayfair, is a culinary haven celebrated for its avant-garde approach to gastronomy, elegant ambiance, and commitment to culinary mastery. As a beacon of innovative dining, Bacchanalia offers a curated experience that fuses creativity with timeless elegance that is inspired by the ancient Greco-Roman feasts of old. Walking inside transports you to another world as you are surrounded by dazzling statues designed by Damien Hirst, as well as 2,000-year-old pieces. Requirements: • Previous experience as a Night cleaner Supervisor or in a similar support role is advantageous but not required., • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently., • Physical stamina to lift and carry heavy items, such as kegs and cases of beverages. Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000 -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees -Employee Assistance Programme -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

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  • Multi Drop Driver
    Multi Drop Driver
    12 days ago
    £31590 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    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. Job Overview We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused delivery driver to transport our meat orders to our valuable customers in and around Central London. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent driving skills, and a commitment to ensuring timely deliveries. Duties • Safely operate company van, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations, • Load and unload goods, often requiring heavy lifting and manual handling, • Deliver orders to customers at designated locations within specified time frames, • Maintain accurate delivery documentation and obtain signatures upon receipt, • Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers to coordinate delivery schedules, • Conduct routine vehicle inspections and report any maintenance issues promptly, • Ensure the security of goods during transit and handle any delivery-related concerns professionally Qualifications • Proven experience as a delivery driver or in a similar role, preferably with commercial driving experience, • Valid driver’s licence, with a clean driving record, • Experience working in warehouse environments or handling heavy loads is advantageous, • Strong communication skills to interact courteously with customers and team members, • Ability to perform heavy lifting when required and work efficiently under pressure, • Knowledge of local routes and navigation skills to optimise delivery times, • Reliable, punctual, organised, and able to work independently without supervision Working Hours This is a full time, permanent role. Whilst you may need to be flexible with your hours at busier times throughout the year, the general expectation is a minimum of 45 hours per week, as follows: Monday - Friday: 4am - 12pm Every Saturday: 4am - 9am What We Offer • Annual 4 weeks' holiday, • Discretionary annual bonus, • Company Pension, • Discounted Staff Meat, • A supportive & collaborative working environment

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  • Car Mechanic / Technician
    Car Mechanic / Technician
    18 days ago
    £30000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Bethnal Green, London

    Autocare Bethnal green, are seeking a skilled and dedicated Automotive Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and a passion for vehicle maintenance and repair. This role requires hands-on experience with various automotive systems, the ability to diagnose issues, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Duties • Perform routine maintenance on vehicles, including oil changes, brake inspections, and tyre rotations., • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues using hand tools, power tools, and equipment repair techniques., • Read and interpret schematics to understand vehicle systems and components., • Assemble parts and components as needed during repairs or maintenance tasks., • Conduct heavy lifting as required for various automotive tasks., • Maintain a clean and organised work environment to ensure safety and efficiency., • Provide exceptional customer service by communicating effectively with clients about their vehicle needs and repairs., • Proven mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in automotive repair., • Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively., • Ability to read schematics and technical manuals related to automotive systems., • If you have your own tools would be ideal but not necessary, • Strong customer service skills to interact positively with clients., • Previous experience in equipment repair is advantageous but not mandatory., • A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential. If you are passionate about automobiles and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Automotive Mechanic. Full-Time position Competitive salary plus benefits if interested, please apply to this offer.

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  • Removals Porter - Professional Packer (UTR REQUIRED)
    Removals Porter - Professional Packer (UTR REQUIRED)
    25 days ago
    £13.33–£15.55 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking reliable, hardworking, and experienced Removals Porters and Professional Packers to join our removals and storage team for an immediate start. Operating across all areas of London, we carry out residential and commercial collections, deliveries, and storage jobs. This is a self-employed position, requiring applicants to have a valid UTR number and the ability to invoice weekly. The role involves: • Carefully packing customers’ belongings, • Loading and unloading vehicles, • Moving furniture and boxes, • Accurately recording items using a dedicated mobile app This physically active and customer-facing role is ideal for team players who take pride in their work and understand the importance of handling customers’ belongings with care. Key Responsibilities: • Safely load and unload furniture, boxes, and other household or commercial items., • Professionally pack and protect customers’ belongings for transport and storage., • Wrap furniture using suitable protective materials., • Carry items safely between properties, removal vehicles, and storage facilities., • Assist with dismantling and reassembling furniture where required., • Organise items efficiently inside vehicles and storage areas., • Use the mobile app to scan, photograph, and record customer assets., • Take clear and accurate photographs of items during collections and deliveries., • Check items against inventories and job instructions., • Accurately update item details, status, and location within the app., • Report any existing damage, missing items, or concerns to the team leader., • Maintain a polite and professional manner when dealing with customers., • Keep removal vehicles, equipment, and working areas clean and organised., • Follow manual handling, health and safety, and company procedures., • Work closely with drivers, team leaders, and other porters to complete jobs efficiently and on time. Requirements: • A valid UTR number is essential., • Must be registered as self-employed and able to provide weekly invoices., • Available for an immediate start., • Previous removals, professional packing, delivery, warehouse, or manual-handling experience is preferred; professional packing experience is an advantage., • Comfortable using a smartphone and mobile applications., • Able to take clear photographs and accurately record information., • Physically fit and comfortable lifting and carrying heavy or bulky items., • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions., • Careful and respectful when handling customers’ belongings., • Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Good communication and teamwork skills., • Flexible regarding working hours and job locations., • Willing and able to work across all areas of London., • A positive and professional attitude. Full training will be provided on our mobile app, professional packing techniques, and company procedures. What We Offer: • Immediate start., • Regular work across London., • Weekly invoicing., • A varied role involving residential and commercial removals and storage jobs., • Training in professional packing, removals, storage procedures, and use of our mobile app., • Opportunities to develop and take on additional responsibilities., • A supportive and professional team environment. The pay is £120.00-£140.00 per day.

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  • MOT Tester/Mechanic
    MOT Tester/Mechanic
    1 month ago
    £12–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Overview We are seeking a skilled and dedicated MOT Tester for CLASS IV AND V Vehicles to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and a passion for ensuring vehicles meet safety and environmental standards. As an MOT Tester, you will play a crucial role in maintaining road safety by conducting thorough inspections and tests on a variety of vehicles. Responsibilities • Conduct MOT tests on cars and light commercial vehicles in accordance with DVSA regulations., • Inspect vehicle components, including brakes, lights, steering, and suspension systems., • Use hand tools and power tools effectively to perform repairs and adjustments as necessary., • Identify any faults or issues that may affect the vehicle's performance or safety., • Complete all necessary documentation accurately and in a timely manner., • Provide excellent customer service by explaining test results and recommendations to vehicle owners., • Maintain a clean and organised work environment, ensuring all equipment is properly stored after use., • Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times while performing duties. Qualifications • Proven experience as an MOT Tester or in a similar role within the automotive industry., • Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to diagnose issues efficiently., • Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively., • Ability to perform heavy lifting when required during inspections or repairs., • Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship., • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with customers effectively., • A valid MOT Tester licence is essential for this position. Join our team as an MOT Tester where your expertise will contribute significantly to road safety while working in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication!

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  • Delivery Driver
    Delivery Driver
    1 month ago
    £35000–£37000 yearly
    Part-time
    Nine Elms, London

    Description Job Advert – Delivery Driver Weekend and Night Work Essential Job title: Van Delivery Driver • Salary: £35,000 – £37,000 per annum, • Terms: Initial 3-month probation with a performance-based pay rise Hours: 45 per week Benefits: 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme - Health Assured 75% discount on food and drink on shift 30% discount off shift ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity available for a new Van Driver to join our business! Here at L’ETO Group, we take great pride in our internal development. Most of our leaders have developed into their roles with us. This is a key part of what we are about. Due to business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our business and help us achieve greatness. Who are L’ETO Group I hear you ask? L’ETO Group is a renowned brand known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences through our chain of cafes and restaurants. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products and creating memorable experiences for our customers. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has positioned us as a leader in the food and beverage industry. Starting as a bright café in Soho, London, L’ETO has transformed into an all-day dining restaurant with 40 branches in 7 countries including the UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Jordan. We have 6 essential focuses to our business that we live and breathe every day: • Unique Product - We believe in our product. It is unique and ideal for our customer base. We pride ourselves in having unique teams too, where everyone is welcome and given opportunity to grow with us, • Open Communication - We believe in being open and honest when we communicate. We avoid politics where possible and are always open to feedback from our teams, • Continuous Learning - Every day is a school day! We believe in continuously learning from each other and from our experiences, • Opportunities to Grow - We are a growing business! This gives our teams a great opportunity to grow their career with us, • Multinational Enthusiastic Team - We hire people from all backgrounds and have a very healthy, diverse mixture of people from many different backgrounds. We truly believe this supports better performance and growth as a business, • Financial Wealth - We perform well as a business and we like to invest our profits into our business growth and our teams. There are ample opportunities to earn bonus and TRONC for all roles Now let’s talk about your role… 1. Ability to work Night shift and Morning shift as per Rota including swapping shifts as needed., 2. Collect goods from a manufacturer or warehouse and Distribute to our Branches., 3. Plan the delivery route in the most efficient way and follow rota., 4. Load the vehicle in a way that ensures that the planned route matches the order of deliveries., 5. Contact recipients of the delivery while en-route to ensure their presence., 6. Update the tracking system regularly so that customers know when their items will be delivered., 7. Record daily, weekly mileage as well as fuel usage., 8. Make deliveries, share any associated invoice with recipients and get customers’ signatures., 9. Update delivery records and return undelivered items., 10. Carrying out multi drop deliveries to our customers in a safe and timely manner., 11. Adhering to all legislative requirements., 12. Can lift and carry heavy and Light boxes. You would be required to load your vehicle., 13. Sweep out crates, tidy up packing area and clean out van after deliveries. A full Job Description will be made available to you during the hiring process. Essential Experience: • Have a good knowledge of London Geography, • Are reliable and committed, • Have a clean driving license, no ban or endorsement It would be even better (but not essential) if: • You’ve worked in a food production environment. Experience in delivering bread and pastries, would be an advantage. Does this look like your next opportunity? Apply now! What have you got to lose?

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  • House Clearance Driver/Operative
    House Clearance Driver/Operative
    2 months ago
    £13.8–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    South Croydon

    About Us We are an established house clearance company based in South London and Surrey, operating across London and the surrounding areas. We work with private clients, estate agents, solicitors and local authorities, handling everything from single-room clearances to full probate house clears. We're a small, professional team with a reputation for reliability and sensitivity — a lot of our work comes from recommendations. No two days are the same. The Role We're looking for a hard-working, reliable House Clearance Driver to join our team. This is a physical, hands-on role that will see you out on the road every day, working directly with clients in their homes. No two days are the same — you could be clearing a studio flat one day and a four-bedroom house the next. You'll be working Tuesday to Saturday, starting from our Wallington base. What You'll Be Doing • Carrying out house, flat and property clearances across South London and Surrey, • Loading and driving a large van or tipper van safely and efficiently, • Disposing of waste/recycling at a Waste Transfer Station, • Dealing with clients directly — many of whom are going through bereavement or difficult circumstances — with professionalism and sensitivity, • Sorting items on site into categories: retail, auction, donate, and dispose, • Delivering items back to our Wallington premises, • Assisting with waste disposal runs as required, • Helping to keep the van, yard and premises clean and organised What We're Looking For • Full UK driving licence — (clean preferred; we will consider up to 3 points), • Previous experience in removals, house clearance, or a similar physical role, • Physically fit — this role involves heavy lifting every day, • Punctual, reliable and self-motivated, • Good people skills — you'll be the face of the company in clients' homes, • Able to work independently as well as part of a small team, • Respectful and discreet — particularly when working in sensitive probate or bereavement situations What We Offer • Permanent, stable employment with a long-established local business, • Monday–Friday with weekend overtime available, • Full training provided, • Friendly, no-nonsense team environment, • Opportunity to take on more responsibility over time

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