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  • Cleaning Operative
    Cleaning Operative
    7 days ago
    £15 hourly
    Part-time
    Kingswood Estate, London

    We are looking for a reliable, trustworthy and experienced Cleaner to join us here at Kingswood House. Kingswood House is a busy heritage building and community venue, welcoming a wide range of people and activities. Alongside our regular community use, we host weddings, wakes, private hires, professional bookings, community events and activities for children and young people. As a Cleaner at Kingswood House, you will be responsible for helping to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for staff, visitors, artists, children, young people, private hirers and members of the local community. The role would involve carrying out regular cleaning throughout our large, multi-use building, including rooms, corridors, toilets, kitchens, communal areas and other facilities. You will also be responsible for preparing spaces to a high standard before events and carrying out thorough cleaning and room turnaround afterwards. Typical responsibilities include: ● Cleaning and sanitising toilets, kitchens, communal areas and other facilities. ● Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors. ● Dusting and wiping surfaces, furniture, fixtures and fittings. ● Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately. ● Replenishing cleaning and hygiene supplies. ● Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and presentation throughout the building. ● Preparing rooms and facilities before events, private hires and professional bookings. ● Carrying out thorough cleaning and resetting of spaces following events and hires. ● Adjusting cleaning priorities depending on the building's schedule and activities. ● Reporting any damage, hazards, maintenance issues or shortages of supplies. ● Following Health & Safety and COSHH procedures. ● Working independently, managing your workload effectively and using your initiative. ● Communicating effectively with the wider Kingswood House team regarding cleaning requirements and upcoming events. ● Helping to maintain a safe, welcoming and professional environment for everyone using the venue. About you We are particularly looking for someone with previous commercial cleaning experience, ideally within a large or multi use building such as a venue, school, hotel, office, community facility or similar environment. You will have: ● Experience maintaining high standards of cleanliness across multiple rooms and different types of spaces. ● Experience preparing spaces before events and cleaning and resetting them afterwards. ● A good eye for detail and pride in your work. ● The ability to work efficiently and prioritise tasks in a busy environment. ● The ability to work independently and use your initiative. ● A reliable, flexible and professional approach. ● A good understanding of Health & Safety and COSHH procedures. If you have experience in commercial cleaning and enjoy working in a varied environment where no two days are quite the same, we would love to hear from you.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    1 month ago
    £32000–£38000 yearly
    Full-time
    Thames Ditton

    Job Title: Head Chef Reports To: General Manager / Owner Location: The Limping fox Job Purpose The Head Chef is responsible for the overall management of the kitchen, ensuring high-quality food preparation, excellent food safety standards, efficient kitchen operations, and the leadership of the kitchen team. The role includes menu planning, stock control, cost management, staff training, and ensuring compliance with all UK food hygiene, health and safety, and employment legislation. Key Responsibilities Kitchen Management • Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen., • Ensure all food is prepared and presented to the highest standards., • Develop seasonal menus and specials in line with business objectives., • Maintain consistency in food quality, portion control and presentation., • Monitor food production to minimise waste and maximise profitability. Food Safety & Hygiene • Ensure full compliance with the Food Safety Act 1990., • Follow the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 (or equivalent legislation for Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland)., • Implement and maintain HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures., • Ensure all food is stored, prepared and served safely., • Monitor and record temperature checks for fridges, freezers, deliveries and cooked food., • Ensure cleaning schedules are completed and documented., • Maintain excellent personal hygiene standards within the kitchen., • Prepare for and maintain the standards required for Environmental Health Officer (EHO) inspections. Health & Safety • Comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974., • Conduct and review kitchen risk assessments., • Ensure safe use of kitchen equipment., • Report accidents and complete accident records where required., • Ensure compliance with:, • Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002, • Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, • Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements where applicable. Allergen Management • Ensure compliance with:, • Food Information Regulations 2014, • Natasha’s Law (Food Information (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2019), • Ensure allergen information is accurate and available to customers., • Prevent cross-contamination., • Train staff on allergen awareness and procedures. Staff Management • Recruit, train and develop kitchen staff., • Produce staff rotas., • Conduct performance reviews., • Maintain high standards of teamwork and professionalism., • Ensure staff follow company policies and procedures., • Manage disciplinary matters where necessary. Stock Control • Order food and kitchen supplies., • Monitor stock levels., • Carry out regular stock takes., • Control food costs and wastage., • Liaise with suppliers. Financial Responsibilities • Work within agreed food GP targets., • Control labour costs., • Monitor kitchen budgets., • Reduce unnecessary waste. Cleaning & Maintenance • Ensure the kitchen is cleaned to a high standard., • Maintain equipment and arrange repairs when required., • Ensure all maintenance issues are reported promptly. Essential Qualifications & Certifications The successful Head Chef should hold (or be willing to obtain): • Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene for Supervisors (minimum), • HACCP Training, • Allergen Awareness Training, • COSHH Awareness Training, • Fire Safety Awareness, • Manual Handling Training, • Health & Safety Awareness, • First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid (desirable), • Personal Licence Holder (desirable if management duties include alcohol sales) Skills & Experience • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent organisational abilities., • Knowledge of UK food legislation., • Menu development experience., • Budget and stock control experience., • Ability to work under pressure., • Strong communication skills., • High attention to detail. Personal Attributes • Professional appearance., • Reliable and punctual., • Positive attitude., • Calm under pressure., • Passionate about food., • Excellent problem-solving skills., • Committed to maintaining high standards. Working Hours • Flexible hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays., • Overtime may be required during busy periods. Performance Expectations The Head Chef will be expected to: • Maintain a minimum 5-star Food Hygiene Rating where achievable., • Ensure all legal food safety documentation is completed., • Keep food waste within agreed targets., • Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness., • Deliver consistent, high-quality food., • Build and develop a motivated kitchen team., • Meet agreed food gross profit targets

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