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Overview We are seeking a skilled and passionate Indian Chef specialising in tandoor, biryani, and traditional curries to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in authentic Indian cuisine, with exceptional skills in food preparation, cooking, and presentation. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase rich, authentic flavours while contributing to a high-quality dining experience. The successful applicant will oversee kitchen operations, manage food production, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and hospitality. Experience in restaurant environments, along with strong leadership and team management skills, is highly desirable. Responsibilities Prepare and cook authentic Indian dishes, with a focus on tandoor items, biryanis, and a variety of traditional curries Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow and consistent food quality Supervise and train kitchen staff, maintaining high performance and service standards Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations and hygiene standards Coordinate with front-of-house staff to deliver excellent customer service Assist in menu planning, including developing new dishes and seasonal offerings Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen at all times Monitor inventory, order supplies, and minimise waste Requirements Proven experience as an Indian Chef, with strong expertise in tandoor cooking, biryani preparation, and curry dishes Background in hospitality or restaurant environments Previous supervisory or team leadership experience Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety standards Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment Excellent organisational and multitasking skills Strong leadership and communication abilities Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards Passion for authentic Indian cuisine and delivering exceptional dining experiences Applicant must currently hold a valid UK visa or have the right to work in the UK.

Production Manager ABOUT UNICO GELATO Unico Gelato is an Italian delicatessen specialising in gelato, coffee and pastries. Unico is linked with one of the most famous gelato shops in Bologna, Cremeria Funivia, and uses the great Italian culinary traditions and historic recipes of its hometown to bring a true taste of Italian gelato to London. Owned by a group of experienced Italian entrepreneurs plus Italian football legends, Gianfranco Zola and Roberto Di Matteo, and managed by a young team of professionals, Unico has operated since 2015 and currently has sites in Fulham, Saint John’s Wood, Bromley and Holland Park avenue. The brand Quality and freshness are our key driving factors reflected in the choices we make along our supply chain. The atmosphere is equally important - inspired from the familiar and welcoming vibes of our mediaeval hometown, the brand provides a customer-centric experience, welcoming its customers to a safe and self-indulgent experience. OBJECTIVE The Production Manager will be responsible for creating high-quality gelato cakes and gelato following established recipes and production guidelines. This position involves executing the gelato cake-making process, ensuring consistency in taste and texture, and adhering to food safety and hygiene standards. The Production Manager will collaborate with the production team and contribute to the development of new flavours to enhance the gelato offerings. The Production Manager will be responsible for ensuring adequate stock levels and ordering of products from different suppliers. TASKS 1. Recipe development & innovation, 2. Create new gelato cake flavors, textures, and designs, 3. Adapt seasonal or trending concepts into products, 4. Cake assembly & decoration oversight, 5. Ensure consistent layering (gelato, sponge, fillings, coatings), 6. Maintain visual presentation standards, 7. Quality control, 8. Taste, texture, structure, and appearance checks, 9. Ensure proper freezing, storage, and shelf life, 10. Customization management, 11. Handle special orders (birthdays, events, dietary needs), 12. Coordinate personalized designs and messages, 13. Production planning & scheduling, 14. Forecast demand (daily/weekly/seasonal), 15. Plan batch production of gelato bases, cakes, and components, 16. Inventory & supply chain management, 17. Order ingredients (cream, chocolate, dry goods, etc), 18. Monitor stock levels and minimize waste, 19. Staff supervision, 20. Train team members on techniques and hygiene, 21. Assign shifts and manage workflow, 22. Process optimization, 23. Improve efficiency in churning, freezing, and assembly, 24. Standardize recipes and procedures, 25. Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP principles), 26. Maintain hygiene standards and cleaning schedules, 27. Monitor storage temperatures and traceability, 28. Cost control - manage food cost percentages and production efficiency, 29. Sales coordination - work with front-of-house or marketing on product launches, 30. Reporting - track production output, waste, and product performance REQUIREMENTS • Gelato & pastry expertise, • Organization and time management, • Leadership and team coordination, • Attention to detail (especially aesthetics), • Problem-solving under pressure, • Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices in a production environment AVAILABILITY • Up to 45 hours / week - Usual schedule is Monday to Friday, • Location: 495 Fulham Palace Road, SW6 6SU, • Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays BUDGET Yearly salary: £33.000,00 depending on experience

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate assistant manager that is happy to work in both our Barnes and Putney locations. We are proud of our service and every pizza presented to our amazing customers. We are looking for someone who will lead by example, has drive for personal and business success, as well as a positive attitude! The role will include: Overseeing daily operations of restaurant, managing inventory, ensuring customers satisfaction Getting involved and improving daily front of house operations Ensuring that team members have positive attitude, they are treated fairly and can rely on management for support Developing and implementing strategies that would improve the overall performance Ensure the business is compliant with food safety regulations Hire and train new members of the team and provide ongoing support to the current staff Monitor cleanliness across FOH and kitchen Handle enquiries, complaints and dealing with feedback efficiently Manage budgets and costs What is required? Experience in leadership role in hospitality environment Strong knowledge on food safety and production processes to support the regulations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to problem-solve and make decisions independently Organisation and attention to detail Ability to work flexible hours(including weekends and public holidays) Benefits: -Tronc -Employee discount -Free pizza and drink on shift

We’re looking for an experienced and friendly Barista / Front of House Team Member to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about coffee, provide excellent customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities: • Preparing and serving coffee, tea, smoothies, juices, and other beverages., • Delivering a great customer experience., • Taking orders, handling payments, and maintaining a clean workspace., • Latte art experience is a plus.

Location: Kew Village Start Date: Immediately Salary: Competitive, hourly rate About Us A fresh culinary chapter is beginning in the heart of Kew. We are an ambitious new opening centred around a vibrant brunch service by day and a sophisticated small plates menu by night. Our mission is to blend artisanal ingredients with creative flair in a high-energy, beautiful space. We are building our founding front-of-house team from the ground up, and we know that an exceptional bar programme is central to everything we do. The Role: Bartender We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and hospitality-driven Bartender to join our founding team. From perfectly mixed aperitivos during brunch to imaginative cocktails that complement our evening small plates, you will be the architect of our guests' drinking experience. You will work in a supportive, fast-paced environment where your craft is valued and your personality can shine. Key Responsibilities • Cocktail Craft and Consistency: Prepare and serve a full range of cocktails, classic and original, to an exacting standard, maintaining consistency across every service., • Bar Management: Keep the bar station immaculately clean, organised, and fully stocked throughout your shift, including proactive restocking and mise en place ahead of peak periods., • Guest Hospitality: Greet guests warmly, guide them through our drinks menu, and make confident recommendations that complement the food they're eating., • Workflow and Speed: Maintain a fast, efficient workflow during busy brunch and evening services without compromising on drink quality or presentation., • Hygiene and Compliance: Execute daily and weekly bar cleaning protocols and comply fully with all food safety, licensing, and responsible service of alcohol regulations., • Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside the floor and kitchen teams to ensure food and drinks are served together smoothly, elevating the overall guest experience. Requirements • Proven experience as a bartender in a fast-paced cocktail bar, premium restaurant, or similar hospitality environment., • Solid technical skills across spirits, wine, and cocktail preparation, including shaking, stirring, and building drinks to a high standard., • Knowledge of classic cocktails and genuine enthusiasm for developing original serves., • A warm, engaging personality with a natural passion for guest experience and community., • Reliable, punctual, and energised by a buzzing, high-tempo service environment., • Local to Kew or the surrounding Richmond areas is highly preferred. Why Join Us? • Growth and Progression: Be part of a brand-new launch from day one. We value talent and actively prioritise internal promotion as our hospitality group grows., • Premium Environment: Work with top-tier equipment, quality spirits, and artisanal products in a beautifully designed, modern space., • Culture and Rewards: Competitive hourly pay, a fair share of the service charge, and a genuine focus on building a sustainable, respectful, and friendly team culture.

We are seeking a full-time FOH/Barista team member to join our team at LSK. In this role, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and crafting high-quality coffee beverages. Key responsibilities will include: • Preparing and serving a variety of coffee drinks and other beverages., • Taking customer orders and ensuring a positive experience., • Assisting with general front-of-house duties., • Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the service area. This is a full-time position requiring 4 working days a week, from 7:00 to 16:00. Must be available to work weekends. Requirements: • A minimum of 1 year of proven experience as a Barista.

Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. Looking for a FULL TIME BARTENDER (42hrs per week) GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2024 & 2025 We are a proudly independent restaurant based in Putney, South West London who are looking for a PART TIME WAITER. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants at senior bartender/bar supervisor level. Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards. Craig & The Home Team

GAZETTE TRINITY Front of House Supervisor — Gazette Trinity Gazette Trinity is looking for a Front of House Supervisor to join our warm and lively French brasserie, where great food, genuine hospitality and real human connection sit at the heart of everything we do. What we're looking for: • Previous experience as a supervisor, head waiter or senior server in a busy restaurant, • A warm, energetic personality who lights up the room and puts guests at ease, • Confident on the floor — comfortable moving around, leading service in the moment and being where the team needs you, • Strong organisation, attention to detail and a calm head during the busiest covers, • A natural team player who leads by example and brings the best out of those around them, • Available across evenings and weekends, • French speaking is a plus What you'll do: • Welcome and seat our guests with the warmth Gazette is known for, • Lead the front-of-house team on shift, setting the pace and the standard, • Checking in on tables, supporting the team and keeping things flowing., • Handle bookings, walk-ins and the small details that make a great evening feel effortless., • Resolve guest questions or concerns with care, charm and good judgement., • Support the Location Managers with daily operations., • Opening and closing routines., • What we offer:, • A supportive, friendly working environment., • Real opportunities to grow within an established brasserie group., • A workplace where your personality and initiative genuinely matter., • Staff discount at any Gazette branch., • Free meal on shift., • The chance to be part of a restaurant that locals love., • Requirements:, • You must be eligible to work in the UK, • If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you, hit apply and tell us a little about yourself.

We are looking for a waiter with bar experience, for our steak restaurant in Hammersmith (near Ravenscourt Park). Ideally with plenty of experience of both the floor and bar. please only experience staff apply

Location: Kew Village Start Date: Immediately Salary: Competitive, hourly rate About Us: A fresh culinary chapter is beginning in the heart of Kew. We are an ambitious new opening focusing on a vibrant brunch service by day and a sophisticated small plates menu by night. Our mission is to blend artisanal ingredients with creative flair in a high-energy, beautiful space. We are building our founding front-of-house team from the ground up, and we know that a flawless daytime experience starts with an exceptional barista. The Role: Barista We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and hospitality-driven Barista to join our founding team. As the face of our morning and daytime service, you will be responsible for crafting premium specialty coffee, managing the hot drinks station, and delivering a warm, welcoming experience to the Kew community. You will work in a supportive, fast-paced environment where your craft is valued and your personality can shine. Key Responsibilities: • Coffee Craft and Consistency: Dial in espresso recipes daily, texture milk to a silky micro-foam standard, and pour high-quality latte art consistently under pressure., • Bar Management: Keep the coffee station, grinders, and espresso machine spotlessly clean, organised, and fully stocked throughout the shift., • Guest Hospitality: Greet guests warmly, take orders accurately, and share your knowledge of our coffee blends and daytime menu with enthusiasm., • Workflow and Speed: Maintain a fast, efficient workflow during peak morning rushes without compromising on drink quality or presentation., • Hygiene and Maintenance: Execute daily and weekly deep-cleaning protocols for the espresso machine (backflushing, steam wands, grinders) and comply with all food safety regulations., • Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside the floor and kitchen teams to ensure food and drinks are served smoothly together. Requirements: • Proven experience working as a barista in a fast-paced specialty coffee shop or premium restaurant environment., • Solid technical skills, including espresso extraction, milk texturing (dairy and plant-based), and basic latte art., • A warm, engaging personality with a natural passion for customer service and local community building., • Reliable, punctual, and thrives in a bustling, high-energy morning environment., • Local to Kew or the surrounding Richmond areas is highly preferred. Why Join Us? • Growth and Progression: Be part of a brand-new launch from day one. We value talent and actively prioritse internal promotion as our hospitality group grows., • Premium Environment: Work with top-tier equipment and high-quality artisanal products in a beautifully designed, modern space., • Culture and Rewards: Competitive hourly pay, a fair share of the service charge, and a focus on building a sustainable, respectful, and friendly team culture.

Join the team at Prologue Coffee, a vibrant cafe and store dedicated to serving quality food and drinks in New Malden. We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Chef/barista to lead our kitchen and front off house operations, will be working some days in kitchen and some days front off house Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook a delicious range of breakfast and lunch items, as well as pastries and baked goods., • Ensure all food is prepared to a high standard, with excellent presentation and consistency., • Manage daily kitchen tasks, including food preparation, cooking, and plating., • Oversee inventory, stock rotation, and ordering of fresh ingredients., • Maintain impeccable kitchen hygiene and cleanliness in line with health and safety regulations., • Work closely with the management team to innovate and evolve our menu, introducing seasonal specials and new offerings. We are seeking a Chef who possesses: • Proven experience in a kitchen, preferably within a cafe or similar culinary environment., • A passion for food and a creative approach to menu development., • Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices., • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a busy setting., • A collaborative spirit and good communication skills. ☕ Barista Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve beverages Make high-quality coffee, tea, and specialty drinks consistently (espresso, latte, cappuccino, etc.) • Customer service Greet customers, take orders, handle payments, and create a friendly atmosphere • Operate coffee equipment Use espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment safely and efficiently • Maintain cleanliness Keep the workspace, coffee station, and seating areas clean and hygienic at all times • Food preparation Prepare and serve light food items such as sandwiches, pastries, or breakfast dishes • Stock management Monitor inventory, restock supplies, and report shortages • Follow health & safety standards Comply with food hygiene regulations and safety procedures • Teamwork Work closely with chefs and other staff to ensure smooth service