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With over twenty five years of experience, Rhubarb proudly create and deliver iconic events in London and beyond. From beautiful canapé receptions… spectacular summer parties, weddings, corporate launches and charity gala dinners, we deliver events with deliciously different flair and more WOW factor than you can imagine. Role Purpose We are growing our culinary team at Rhubarb Hospitality London Events.We're looking for an experienced Production Chef to help deliver exceptional food for high B&I sites, working as part of a talented culinary team that supports operations across London. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys large scale production, thrives in an organised environment, and takes pride in delivering consistently high quality food. What you'll be doing • Supporting the preparation and production of food for a wide range of premium events and hospitality experiences, • Ensuring all food is prepared to the highest quality, presentation, and food safety standards, • Working closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver efficient and accurate production schedules, • Assisting with stock management, food rotation, and maintaining organised storage areas, • Following recipes, specifications, and production plans to ensure consistency across all menus, • Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards at all times What we're looking for • Previous experience working within a production kitchen, events catering operation, or high-volume kitchen environment, • Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen best practices, • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, • A positive attitude and strong team-working skills, • Passion for food and delivering exceptional hospitality experiences Good to know This role offers £20 per hour + holiday pay plus a comprehensive benefits package, including 40% discount on food and beverage, meals on duty, and ongoing training and development opportunities. The position is based in our South West London Production Kitchen and follows a Saturday to Wednesday schedule, offering a consistent working pattern while supporting some of London's most exciting events and hospitality experiences. You'll gain valuable exposure to large scale event catering operations with opportunities to develop your career within a leading hospitality group.

Two separate roles needed: Full time - 1 Waiter/waitress and 1 barista Waiter/waitress At Ottolenghi, we’re known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Richmond takes everything we love about our delis and places it in the heart of one of London's most charming and green neighbourhoods. A favourite with locals and visitors alike, our Richmond deli is a true community hub and we are now looking for a talented Waiter to join our team. What you’ll do • Welcome and seat guests, ensuring they feel looked after from the moment they arrive., • Take food and drink orders accurately and with genuine knowledge of the menu., • Serve food and beverages with care, attention to detail, and great timing., • Build rapport with guests and respond to their needs proactively., • Maintain the dining room to a high standard throughout service., • Collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service flow., • Handle guest queries and feedback with professionalism and warmth., • Support the wider front-of-house team and pitch in wherever needed. What we’re looking for • Previous experience as a waiter or in front-of-house hospitality is essential., • Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential., • A genuine passion for food, drink, and creating great guest experiences., • A warm, confident communicator who thrives in a team environment. Key skills • Excellent knowledge of food and drink service., • Attentive, calm, and professional under pressure., • A genuine love of hospitality and making guests feel welcome., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for food, drink, and guest experience and continuous improvement. What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you. Barista: At Ottolenghi, we’re known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Richmond takes everything we love about our delis and places it in the heart of one of London's most charming and green neighbourhoods. A favourite with locals and visitors alike, our Richmond deli is a true community hub and we are now looking for a talented Barista to join our team. What you’ll do • Prepare and serve high-quality coffee drinks to consistent standards., • Prepare and serve spirits, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages, • Maintain and clean coffee equipment to ensure peak performance., • Deliver warm, friendly, and knowledgeable service to every guest., • Manage stock and supplies efficiently, minimising waste., • Support colleagues in other sections during busy periods and maintain a positive team environment., • Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health and safety standards., • Stay curious and engaged with the coffee offering and share your knowledge with guests. What we’re looking for • Previous barista experience in a specialty coffee or quality hospitality setting., • Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential., • Strong technical coffee skills across espresso and milk-based drinks., • A genuine love of coffee and connecting with people. Key skills • Consistent, technically skilled coffee making., • Strong latte art skills and attention to presentation., • Warm and engaging with guests and team., • Efficient and composed during busy periods., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for coffee and hospitality and continuous improvement. What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

Chef de Partie - Production Rhubarb London Events - £17 per hour + holiday pay We’re growing our culinary team at Rhubarb Hospitality London Events. Take your culinary career to the next level in a fast paced, creative, and rewarding environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Chef de Partie to be part of unforgettable high profile events, work alongside talented chefs, and develop your skills within a thriving and ambitious hospitality group. What you'll be doing • Preparing and delivering exceptional quality dishes for prestigious events and unique dining experiences, • Taking ownership of your section while maintaining the highest culinary and presentation standards, • Supporting senior chefs to ensure smooth and successful service during busy event operations, • Consistently upholding food safety, hygiene, and quality standards across all areas of the kitchen What we're looking for • Previous experience working within professional hospitality kitchens is essential, • Experience in fine dining, luxury hotels, or high end hospitality environments is highly desirable, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment, • A positive, enthusiastic team player with a genuine passion for food, learning, and career development Good to know This role offers a competitive pay rate of up to £17 per hour + holiday pay on a flexible contract alongside a fantastic benefits package including a 40% discount on food and beverage, meals on duty, and ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and progress your career. You'll gain valuable experience working on some of London's most exciting events while building a long term future within a growing and respected hospitality group.

As a Cocktail Bar Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all operations of our new bar. Your role will include ensuring the highest standards in drink quality and customer service, as well as managing staff and bar resources efficiently. You will be in charge of innovation, drinks design, staff training, stock take and ordering. Responsibilities: • Lead and motivate the bar team, fostering a positive work environment., • Develop and implement training programs for staff to enhance service skills and product knowledge., • Ensure all beverages are prepared to the highest standard, maintaining consistency and quality., • Oversee inventory management, including ordering, stock rotation, and waste control., • Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional campaigns and special events., • Monitor customer feedback and implement improvements as needed. Qualifications: • Proven experience in bar management or a similar role., • Strong leadership and organizational skills., • In-depth knowledge of cocktail recipes and mixology., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills., • Ability to handle high-pressure situations gracefully and efficiently.

BAR STAFF – JOB DESCRIPTION A.K. Whelan Pubs (AKW) Position: Bar Staff / Bar Team Member Hours: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Location: Various Venues Across London & the South ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic and reliable people to join our bar teams across A.K. Whelan Pubs. Our Bar Staff are at the heart of the customer experience. You will be responsible for delivering excellent service, maintaining high standards and helping create the welcoming, lively atmosphere our pubs are known for. Previous bar experience is an advantage, but attitude, reliability and a willingness to learn are equally important. Our values are simple: PEOPLE • STANDARDS • FUN We want team members who enjoy hospitality, take pride in their work and understand the importance of giving every customer a great experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Customer Service • Welcome customers in a friendly and professional manner., • Provide fast, efficient and engaging bar service., • Take customer orders accurately and process payments correctly., • Have a good knowledge of the drinks and products available., • Assist customers with questions and recommendations., • Deal with customer queries professionally and escalate issues to management where required., • Help create a positive, welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. Bar Service • Prepare and serve draught beers, spirits, wines, soft drinks and other beverages to company standards., • Ensure correct glassware, measures and presentation are used., • Maintain excellent product quality and presentation., • Follow responsible alcohol service procedures at all times., • Comply fully with Challenge 25 and licensing requirements., • Report any dispense, cellar or product-quality issues immediately. Cash & Till Procedures • Operate the EPOS/till system accurately., • Process cash and card transactions correctly., • Follow company procedures relating to discounts, refunds and voids., • Never give away stock or provide unauthorised discounts., • Report till discrepancies or transaction issues immediately. Stock Control • Handle all stock carefully and responsibly., • Follow correct measures and portion controls., • Minimise wastage and report breakages, spillages and wastage., • Assist with deliveries and stock rotation when required., • Maintain secure storage of stock., • Support management with stocktakes where required. Cleaning & Standards • Maintain a clean, organised and fully stocked bar throughout the shift., • Keep bar tops, shelves, fridges, glasswash areas and customer-facing areas clean., • Complete opening, closing and cleaning duties as instructed., • Ensure glasses are cleaned, polished and stored correctly., • Maintain high standards in customer areas, toilets and external areas where required., • Report maintenance, health & safety or cleanliness issues immediately. Licensing, Safety & Compliance • Follow all premises licence conditions and company policies., • Apply Challenge 25 consistently., • Refuse service appropriately when required and inform management., • Follow company procedures regarding intoxicated customers., • Comply with health & safety, fire safety, food hygiene and allergen procedures., • Report accidents, incidents or security concerns immediately., • Work responsibly to protect customers, colleagues and the business. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking for people who are: • Friendly, positive and approachable., • Reliable and punctual., • Customer-focused., • Comfortable working in a busy environment., • Able to work effectively as part of a team., • Willing to learn and develop., • Able to maintain standards during busy periods., • Honest and responsible when handling cash and stock., • Flexible regarding evenings, weekends and bank holidays., • Passionate about hospitality and delivering great service. EXPERIENCE Previous experience in a pub, bar, restaurant or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential. Training can be provided for the right candidate. Experience with draught products, EPOS systems, cocktails, food service or high-volume venues would be beneficial. WORKING HOURS Our venues trade across weekdays, evenings and weekends. Applicants should therefore be prepared to work a mixture of: • Day shifts, • Evening shifts, • Weekends, • Bank holidays, • Major sporting and entertainment events Hours and shift patterns will depend on the individual venue and position. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive rates of pay, • Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities, • Training and development, • Opportunities to progress into supervisory and management positions, • Experience within a growing multi-site pub business, • Supportive venue and operations teams, • A lively and varied working environment CAREER DEVELOPMENT We believe in developing talented people from within the business. For team members who demonstrate strong performance, reliability and leadership potential, there may be opportunities to progress through: Bar Staff → Supervisor → Assistant Manager → Deputy Manager → General Manager OUR EXPECTATIONS Every member of the team represents the venue and A.K. Whelan Pubs. We expect our Bar Staff to arrive ready for work, maintain professional standards, support their colleagues and deliver excellent customer service throughout every shift. Above all, we want people who contribute positively to our culture: PEOPLE • STANDARDS • FUN

Scott's Richmond, nestled in the picturesque Richmond-Upon-Thames, is an exquisite dining destination celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, warm ambiance, and commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. As a beacon of culinary excellence, Scott's Richmond offers a menu featuring the finest dishes, set within an inviting atmosphere. Scott’s Richmond captures the splendour of the original concept in Mayfair and brings it to the stunning banks of the Thames in Richmond, just outside central London. We are currently seeking a dedicated and service-oriented individual to join our team as a Waiter. As a Waiter at our restaurant, you will be an integral part of delivering an outstanding dining experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, possess fine dining expertise, and are committed to providing exceptional service, we invite you to bring your skills to the renowned setting we call home. Key Responsibilities: • Greet guests in a professional and friendly manner., • Take and relay accurate food and beverage orders to the kitchen and bar., • Provide detailed information about menu items, specials, and wine selections., • Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to maintain a smooth workflow., • Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests with tact and professionalism., • Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the dining area. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a high-end restaurant or similar establishment., • Exceptional customer service and communication skills., • Knowledge of fine dining etiquette and service standards., • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment., • Attention to detail and a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience. 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.

Experienced Barista / Waitress Wanted – Mediterranean Restaurant (Hounslow) We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, and experienced Barista/Waitress to join our busy Mediterranean restaurant in the Hounslow area. Requirements: Minimum 1 year of experience as a barista and/or waitress in a busy café or restaurant. Confident in preparing high-quality coffees, including espresso-based drinks. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Friendly, reliable, and a strong team player. Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Good spoken English. Right to work in the UK. Responsibilities: Preparing and serving coffees and other hot and cold beverages. Greeting customers with a warm and professional attitude. Taking food and drink orders accurately. Serving food and beverages to a high standard. Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the restaurant and coffee station. Handling payments and assisting with daily opening and closing duties. What We Offer: Competitive pay (depending on experience). Staff meals during shifts. Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity for career progression. Immediate start available. If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy delivering excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you! To apply: Please send your CV or contact us directly to arrange an interview.

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

Location: St Mary’s Church East Molesey Hours: 16 – 20 hours per week (Term Time Only) Occasional weekend work required About the Role St Mary’s Church Café is looking for a friendly, confident, and community-minded Barista to join our team. The successful candidate will be passionate about creating a welcoming environment where people feel connected and valued. This role involves preparing high-quality drinks, providing excellent customer service, and helping to maintain the café as a warm and engaging community hub. The Barista will also support the day-to-day running of the café, including opening and closing procedures, and may assist in supervising volunteers during shifts. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve a range of speciality coffees, teas, and other beverages to a high standard., • Take customer orders and manage transactions efficiently to ensure a smooth and positive customer experience., • Provide warm, friendly, and attentive customer service, helping to foster a welcoming community atmosphere., • Assist with light food preparation as required., • Open and close the café in accordance with operational procedures., • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations., • Contribute to an efficient and organised working environment., • Support and guide volunteers working during shifts when required., • Work occasional weekends as part of the rota. Person Specification Essential Skills and Attributes • Friendly, approachable, and confident when interacting with customers., • Ability to deliver excellent customer service and build positive relationships with regular visitors., • Comfortable working independently and taking initiative when needed., • Reliable and organised with good attention to detail., • Passionate about creating a welcoming community space. Desirable • Previous experience working in a café or hospitality environment (ideally at least one year), although this is not essential as training will be provided. Benefits • Term-time only working pattern., • 16 hours per week., • Ongoing training and development opportunities., • Opportunity for progression, with potential to develop into a Café Manager role within a short period of time.