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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 days ago
    £38000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    What we're looking for... Are you a Sous Chef who lives and breathes fresh ingredients and isn’t afraid to get stuck in when the kitchen’s buzzing? You’ll be the kind of leader who lifts the team up, keeps standards sky-high, and still finds the joy in it all when the ticket machine won’t stop. If you’ve cut your teeth in a premium branded fresh-food kitchen, whether that’s as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a restaurant or a lively gastro pub, brilliant. But if your path’s been a bit different and you’ve still got the skills, the hunger, and the spark? Hit apply and tell us what you’re all about. 💙 What's in it for you? Pay 💸 Salary package of up to £ 42,000 per year* (combined fixed annual salary and base tronc), plus additional, uncapped tronc potential, based on site performance. Overall, on track earnings £ 46,000 based on current site performance. Perks & Treats ✨ 50% off when you dine with your favourite people 🎉 Plenty of fun, feel-good team socials 🧠 Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 'Hospitality Action' - free, confidential support 24/7 including mental health sessions 💸 Early access to wages through Stream 🎁 Long service awards and celebrations 🍽️ Free, delicious Megan’s food & drinks on every shift 🛟 Plus all the usual standard stuff like pension contributions & 28 days holiday Grow With Us 🚀 Ongoing training & real progression opportunities - if you want to move into leadership, we’ll back you 🌱 Get involved in new openings as we grow 🏙️ Opportunities to move between our neighbourhood restaurants and build your career across the group 💙 About us... We’re an independently owned, dog-friendly collection of 20+ neighbourhood restaurants, serving up fresh Mediterranean-inspired food from brunch through to cocktails. With exciting growth plans, there are big opportunities to build your career with us, plus plenty of fun along the way - our team parties are the stuff of legends. We’re a diverse, inclusive bunch who make sure everyone feels genuinely welcome, and we’re proud to support local charities and be a real force for good in our communities. At Megan’s, our people are the magic. Yes, we’ve got dreamy interiors, food inspired by sunny places and fresh cocktails shaken to perfection, but the real reason our restaurants feel so special? The team. They’re what set us apart and what everyone who works here and visits us loves most. If you’re ready to be part of our amazing team and take the next step in your career, apply to be our next superstar GM and unleash your magic! Megan’s Restaurants is equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. *Package includes membership of an independently managed tronc arrangement through which service charge is allocated outside of and in addition to your basic pay from your employment

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 days ago
    £40000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    Croydon, London

    👨‍🍳 Sous Chef – Fern, Bart & Taylor 📍 East Croydon | 💸 Up to £42,000 (including Service Charge) | 🍴 Seasonal Fresh Food Are you a passionate Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career? Fern is a stylish premium restaurant serving fresh, seasonal dishes in a vibrant neighbourhood setting. Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch, and our much-loved Sunday roast, we're all about exceptional food, great hospitality, and memorable experiences. As part of Bart & Taylor, an award-winning and growing collection of boutique bars and restaurants across London and the North, we're looking for a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, inspire the team, and help deliver outstanding food every day. Why join us? • 💸 Up to £42,000 per year (including Service Charge), • 🍽️ Free meals on every shift, • 🍷 Generous food and drink discounts for you and your friends, • 🌴 28 days' holiday (pro rata), • 👨‍🍳 Opportunity to contribute to seasonal menu development, • 📈 Ongoing training and genuine career progression within a growing hospitality group, • 🚆 Just 30 seconds from East Croydon Station What you'll be doing As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen, maintain exceptional standards, and ensure every service runs smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service, • Helping to train, coach, and develop junior chefs, • Assisting with menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients, • Managing stock, ordering, and helping to minimise waste, • Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency, • Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation are always maintained, • Stepping up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to progress, with: • A passion for fresh, seasonal food and quality ingredients, • Strong leadership skills and a positive, hands-on approach, • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen, • Good knowledge of food safety, stock control, and kitchen operations, • A commitment to developing others and working as part of a close-knit team, • High standards, attention to detail, and pride in every plate that leaves the pass If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, have real input in the kitchen, and grow with an ambitious hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the team at Fern.

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  • Bartender / Barista
    Bartender / Barista
    3 days ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Norwood, London

    Sage and Poppy . We’re looking for a Barista / Front of House team member to join the team at Sage & Poppy. If you’re passionate about great coffee, good food and fine wine, take pride in delivering exceptional service, and know how to make every customer feel genuinely welcome, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for someone who is friendly, attentive and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for hospitality and creating a warm, welcoming experience for our guests. What you’ll be doing You’ll be part of the day-to-day rhythm of a busy café, with responsibilities including: ∙Making and serving coffee, alcoholic and other drinks ∙Welcoming and serving customers ∙Helping with food preparation and general café tasks ∙Keeping the café clean, organised and looking its best ∙Supporting young people taking part in work placements ∙Working closely with the team to help keep the café running smoothly. We’re looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, hardworking and enjoys working with people. As our evening service develops, there may be opportunities for your role and working hours to grow and change with the café. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who is passionate about coffee, wine and great hospitality, with a warm and confident approach to customers. You’ll ideally be someone who: ∙Is confident and professional when dealing with customers and resolving any issues ∙Enjoys getting to know our regulars, having a chat and creating a welcoming atmosphere ∙Is self-motivated, organised and has a strong eye for detail ∙Has a positive, can-do attitude and takes pride in their work ∙Is reliable, punctual and supportive of the wider team ∙Can work well as part of a team while also being confident working independently ∙Has at least 1 year of specialty coffee experience ∙Has confident espresso skills and can consistently texture milk well ∙Has basic latte art skills — appreciated, but definitely not a deal-breaker ∙Is comfortable with dialling in, grinder care and daily machine cleaning ∙Is happy to work across all areas of the café, including coffee, till, prep, cleaning and stock ∙Brings a warm, reliable and team-first attitude ∙Enjoys working with regular customers, a good pace and a little personality on shift Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality and wants to be part of a friendly, welcoming team. What We’re About Sage & Poppy is a growing specialty coffee shop with high standards, lovely regulars and a team that takes pride in doing things properly. We care deeply about quality, but we’re not overly formal about it. For us, it’s about great coffee, genuine service, clean systems and a team that looks after each other. But Sage & Poppy is about more than coffee. Every cup you serve helps create opportunities and change lives. We exist to support the training and employment of unemployed young people and adults, helping them build real-world skills, confidence and a pathway towards a brighter future through Orange Bow CIC. All proceeds from the coffee shop are reinvested directly into community programmes that uplift and empower people. We believe in creating opportunities, not just profits. So when you work with us, you’re not simply serving great coffee — you’re helping fuel positive change in our community, one cup at a time. It’s a great opportunity to join a purpose-driven business that’s growing, making a difference and truly going places.

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  • Assistant Manager
    Assistant Manager
    3 days ago
    £28500–£33000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for an Assistant Manager to join our amazing team. In return you will receive a competitive base salary up to £30,000 per annum plus a generous bonus and excellent benefits! £28,500 - £30,000 OTE - £33,000 Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our second shop south of the river in Balham serving the folk of South-West London, second shop opened in the midst of the pandemic in March 2021 and still going strong! We are open for delivery & collection seven days a week, with a few spots outside to perch with your pizza when things are bit more normal. We've moved into an exceptional neighbourhood, with plenty of restaurants and bars to grab a drink after work :) What will I be doing? • Supporting the General Manager in all aspects of running the shop during peak, busy shifts. * Running your own shifts in the General Managers absence., • Keeping the team motivated and bringing great energy to each and every shift!, • Managing customer expectations, always going above and beyond., • Assisting with weekly reports, shop orders and team appraisals and development. What are we looking for? • Someone who has at least one years' experience as an Assistant Manager, ideally within a fast-paced, casual dining setting., • Someone who has great knowledge of both food hygiene and health and safety procedures., • An enthusiastic team leader and motivator who is a real people person with exceptional interpersonal skills., • It would be advantageous if you have previously worked within a takeaway setting., • An ambitious individual who would love to progress to a General Manager in the near future! What's on offer: • Monthly bonus which is based on KPIs (after probation is passed), • 40-hour contract, we love to promote a great work-life balance!, • Option to have an hourly rate., • 28 days holiday., • Christmas Closure., • Loads of room for progression!, • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts for family and friends across all sites!, • Staff parties throughout the year., • Cycle to work scheme., • Tech scheme., • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP https://yardsalepizza.com/

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    6 days ago
    £14–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for an experienced and reliable Head Chef to join and lead the kitchen team at Rộp Banh Mi, a modern Vietnamese restaurant in Balham. The ideal candidate will be confident running a busy kitchen, maintaining consistent food quality and helping us develop and improve our food offering. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the kitchen team, • Oversee daily food preparation and service, • Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and portion control, • Manage kitchen prep, stock levels and ordering, • Monitor food costs and minimise waste, • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness, • Ensure HACCP and food safety procedures are followed, • Train and support kitchen staff, • Work closely with the owner on menu development and new dishes, • Keep the kitchen organised and running smoothly during busy services What we’re looking for: • Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or strong senior chef, • Experience in Vietnamese or Asian cuisine is highly desirable, • Strong leadership and organisational skills, • Good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen management, • Reliable, responsible and able to work under pressure, • Someone who genuinely cares about food quality and consistency What we offer: • Competitive salary depending on experience, • Full-time position, • Opportunity to have a real influence on the menu and kitchen, • Friendly independent restaurant environment, • Long-term opportunity to grow with the business 📍 Location: Balham, London SW12 📩 If interested, please send your CV and a short introduction by DM

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    21 days ago
    Part-time
    London

    🌟 Front of House Team Member – Marinatto (Streatham, SW16) We’re looking for a friendly and passionate Front of House Team Member to join our team at Marinatto – a vibrant, independent Brazilian restaurant and bar in the heart of Streatham. Whether you’re taking orders, serving food and drinks, making barista-style coffees, or mixing a perfect Caipirinha at the bar – you’ll be part of a warm, welcoming team that delivers great service with genuine hospitality. 💡 About the Role As a Front of House Team Member, you’ll: Greet and serve guests with warmth, energy and attention to detail Take food and drink orders, explain our Brazilian menu and daily specials Shifts made to Work across the floor, bar, and coffee station on different days. Prepare hot drinks to a high standard (barista training provided) Serve cocktails, beers and soft drinks with confidence and care Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the front of house at all times Help create an upbeat, inclusive and memorable experience for every guest 🧾 What We’re Looking For Experience as a waiter/waitress, bartender, or barista in a restaurant, pub, bar, or café A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for working with people Keen to learn and grow, even if you don’t know much about Brazilian food (yet!) Strong communication skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure 🇧🇷 About Us Marinatto is a cosy and colourful Brazilian restaurant, independently owned and proud to serve authentic pizzas, street food and cocktails made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. We’re passionate about great food, excellent service, and creating a space where everyone feels welcome – from our guests to our team. 💷 Benefits • 25% off food and Drink, • Free meals and drinks on shift, • Long service recognition and rewards, • Early access to your earned pay (if needed), • Auto-enrolment into pension scheme, • Full training and development support provided 💚 Why Join Us? Work in a relaxed, inclusive and supportive team Be part of a community-focused restaurant with a loyal local following Learn about Brazilian food, culture and cocktails Make real connections – with your team and our guests Grow your skills and career with us as we continue to thrive 📍 Location: Marinatto, 27 Streatham High Road, London SW16 1DT

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  • Cleaner
    Cleaner
    22 days ago
    £13–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    Norwood, London

    🧽 Cleaner – Join Our Fast-Growing Team! Location: London & Surrounding Areas Job Type: Zero-Hour contract Pay: £13.00 - £20.00 per hour 🏠 About the Role: We’re looking for reliable, hard-working cleaners to join our growing team. You’ll be cleaning residential & commercial properties which includes end-of-tenancy and deep cleaning cleans working independently. We offer regular work, ongoing support, and real progression opportunities for those who show initiative and leadership. 🌟 What We’re Looking For: • 1+ year of cleaning experience (2 years preferred), • A strong work ethic and eye for detail, • Friendly, professional attitude, • Must have the right to work in the UK, • Conversational English preferred, • Driving licence and car is a bonus but not essential 🚀 What We Offer: • Trial shifts with potential next day starts, • Performance bonuses, • Regular, guaranteed cleaning jobs, • Casual dress and positive team culture, • Ongoing training and progression to Trainee Team Leader roles, • Initial bulk of cleaning products provided 📅 Schedule: • Monday to Friday (with weekend work available), • Daytime hours with some flexibility 💬 Sound Like You? If you're reliable, experienced, and ready to be part of a supportive team — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with a cleaning company that’s growing fast and puts its staff first.

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  • Childcare Assistant
    Childcare Assistant
    24 days ago
    £10–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    DD’s Childcare is a nurturing and vibrant childcare setting dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for young children. We focus on early years development, fostering creativity, curiosity, and confidence in every child. Job Description: We are seeking a passionate and reliable Childcare Assistant to join our team. You will support the daily care and development of children, working closely with staff to create a warm and engaging environment. Responsibilities: • Assist in the supervision and care of children aged 0-3 years, • Support children’s learning and development through play and structured activities, • Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment, • Help with feeding, changing, and nap times as needed, • Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, • Follow safeguarding and health & safety policies Requirements: • Experience working with children (preferred but not essential), • Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification (or willingness to train), • Understanding of EYFS framework (preferred), • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic personality, • Ability to work well in a team and take initiative, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one), • First Aid certification (desirable) Benefits: • Support with training and career progression, • Friendly and supportive work environment, • Holiday entitlement and other benefits If you love working with children and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

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  • Health Care Assistant (HCA)
    Health Care Assistant (HCA)
    1 month ago
    £15.75–£16.25 hourly
    Part-time
    Croydon

    Healthcare Assistant - Complex CareLocation: Croydon, South LondonPay Rates: £15.75 - 16.25Shift Pattern: Days, waking Nights shifts.About the RoleWe are seeking compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants to support a gentleman with a complex spinal injury in his home. He requires full-time, 2:1 care both day and night, including assistance with all daily living activities, as well as close monitoring due to his clinical needs such as tracheostomy and ventilator support. Carers must follow structured care plans, remain attentive and calm, and respond promptly to any changes in his condition to ensure his safety, comfort, and overall wellbeing.This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dedicated, supportive team making a meaningful difference in his life. While experience with complex care is beneficial, full training will be provided. We value individuals who are kind, committed, and eager to learn, with a strong team-focused approach. We are particularly looking for candidates interested in long-term involvement, helping to provide consistency and build positive relationships within the care team. Experience in: Spinal Cord Injuries (complex care)Tracheostomy CareVentilator SupportAutonomic DysreflexiaMedication AdministrationManual HandlingPersonal Care is a plus but it is more important to find the right person and we can provide full training. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Excellent personal hygiene and professionalism., • Reliability and punctuality., • A positive team-focused attitude., • Commitment to the role and delivering exceptional care. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, highly skilled team and make a real impact in the lives of our clients.Why Join Us?Excellent rates of payGuaranteed hours with set rotasFull training providedCareer development support;If you are passionate about delivering quality care and have the right experience, we want to hear from you. This is an employed position. Unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship, must have right to work.

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  • Software Engineer
    Software Engineer
    1 month ago
    £40000–£60000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Software Developer (Mid-Level) Location: Remote (UK) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, depending on experience About Us Dev Logic Ltd is a UK-based software development company delivering bespoke software solutions for clients across the financial services and technology sectors. We focus on building reliable, secure and maintainable applications using modern Microsoft technologies while working closely with our clients to solve complex business problems. We are looking for a motivated Software Developer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects, contribute to the full software development lifecycle, and develop your technical skills in a supportive environment. The Role As a Software Developer, you will: • Design, develop and maintain business applications., • Build new features and enhance existing software., • Write clean, maintainable and well-tested code., • Participate in code reviews and technical discussions., • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues., • Work closely with clients to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions., • Contribute ideas to improve development processes and software quality. Skills and Experience Essential: • Commercial experience developing software using C# and .NET., • Good understanding of SQL Server and relational databases., • Experience building web applications using ASP.NET or Blazor., • Familiarity with REST APIs., • Knowledge of Git version control., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Good written and spoken English., • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team. Desirable: • Experience with Blazor or ASP.NET Core., • Knowledge of Microsoft Azure or AWS., • Experience with JavaScript and modern front-end frameworks., • Experience working within financial services or regulated environments., • Understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices. What We Offer • Fully remote working., • Flexible working arrangements., • Competitive salary., • Pension scheme., • 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays., • Opportunities for professional development and training., • Friendly, collaborative working environment., • Exposure to a wide range of technologies and client projects. Equal Opportunities Dev Logic Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. How to Apply If you are passionate about software development and would like to join a growing technology company where your work has a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV together with a short covering letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for the role.

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  • Administrative Assistant
    Administrative Assistant
    2 months ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    Norwood, London

    Employer: Orange Bow CIC Salary: £12.71 p/h Location: 155 Tulse Hill, Norwood, London, SW2 3UP Contract Type: Permanent ( 3-month probation) Reports To: Operations & Project Managers Working Pattern: 10:00am – 16:00, minimum 4 days per week with flexibility for additional hours when required Employer Summary At Orange Bow CIC, we are passionate about bridging the gap between training and meaningful employment for young people and adults, particularly those from racially minoritised and underrepresented communities. Since 2018, we have delivered engaging programmes that offer both accredited and non-accredited training, helping participants build skills, confidence and pathways into work. Alongside our training, we provide practical support to help people access meaningful work experience and employment opportunities. We also run in-house workshops, training sessions, and creative facilities such as our podcast studio, giving individuals the tools and space to explore their potential and share their voices. At Orange Bow, our mission is to empower people, foster community connections, and create real opportunities for growth and success. Role Overview We are seeking a confident, friendly and motivated individual to support with administrative and outreach tasks in the company. The focus of this position is to work with the Operations & Project Managers to complete tasks necessary meet different project requirements/specifications and occasionally support the Outreach Manager in getting required number of sign-ups for our programmes. Key Responsibilities/Skills Required • Ability to maintain accurate records and administrative documentation; spreadsheets Word documents and other internal databases., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • Ability to work in a team, • Multitasking and effective time management, • Excellent Organizational Skills, • Manage workload effectively and work to deadlines to support project delivery., • Competent computer and administrative skills, including Word and Excel., • Positive, proactive and able to work well within a busy team environment Further Requirements • Right to work in the UK., • Have an up-to-date CV, • Good spoken and written English., • Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner., • Immediate availability, • Must have, or be willing to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check., • Able to travel locally for occasional programme needs/ outreach activities., • Previous experience in a similar field is beneficial but not essential – we welcome individuals with strong communication skills, a positive attitude and the willingness to learn and complete training.

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  • Coding Club Instructor SW London
    Coding Club Instructor SW London
    2 months ago
    £27–£33 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Coding Club Instructor – Primary Schools (South West London) 📍 Location: SW London - Wandsworth, Lambeth, Putney 💰 Pay: £27 - £33 per club (typically one after-school club per day) 📅 Start: 7 September 2026 ⏰ Hours: Flexible, Monday–Thursday (3:30–4:30pm approximately) Inspire the next generation of coders! Do you enjoy working with children? Are you passionate about technology, gaming or computing? Looking for rewarding, flexible work that fits around another job, university or family commitments? At Jam Coding, we deliver exciting Coding, Robotics and AI clubs to primary schools across the UK. Children learn to build games, programme robots, solve coding challenges and develop real digital skills—all while having fun. We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our growing South West London team from September. What you'll do Deliver one fun, engaging after-school coding club each afternoon. Inspire primary school children through coding, robotics and technology. Teach using our ready-made lesson plans—no lesson planning required. Set up and pack away laptops and equipment. Transport our equipment (approximately 12 laptops) to local schools. Full training provided You don't need to be an experienced teacher or expert programmer. We'll provide comprehensive training, our curriculum, lesson plans and ongoing support, so you'll feel confident delivering every session. We're looking for people who: • Enjoy working with children., • Have an interest in technology, coding or gaming., • Are reliable, friendly and enthusiastic., • Live in or near South West London., • Can transport equipment to schools in the local area., • Have experience in teaching, tutoring, coaching, childcare or youth work (desirable but not essential). Why join Jam Coding? • £27 per club (typically one club per afternoon)., • Flexible after-school hours that fit around your lifestyle., • Ready-made lesson plans and all equipment provided., • Full training and ongoing support., • Opportunities for additional paid work through lunchtime clubs, workshops and holiday camps., • Make a real difference by helping children become creators—not just consumers—of technology. If you're enthusiastic, dependable and enjoy inspiring young people, we'd love to hear from you!

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  • Kitchen Crew Lead - IMMEDIATE START
    Kitchen Crew Lead - IMMEDIATE START
    2 months ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    Beckenham

    Sweet Jerk is all about good food, good vibes, and real Caribbean flavour. We serve tasty, feel-good food fast — not fancy, just proper flavour done right. We’ve been open in Beckenham for just over a year and we’re growing fast — with big plans to open more sites. This is your chance to join a team that’s building something special and help shape how our kitchens run. The Role We’re looking for a Kitchen Crew Lead — someone who’s worked in a busy kitchen and knows how to run a smooth shift. If you’ve led or trained others in places like Nando’s, Wingstop, Five Guys, or McDonald’s, this will feel familiar. You’ll be the one keeping the kitchen organised, supporting your crew, and making sure every meal hits Sweet Jerk standards. You’ll also help new starters learn the ropes, keep on top of prep, and make sure the kitchen always runs clean, safe, and smooth. Key Responsibilities • Lead and motivate the back-of-house team to deliver high-quality, consistent food at speed., • Manage prep levels, ticket times, and service flow for smooth, efficient operation., • Train and develop team members to follow Sweet Jerk standards in quality, safety, and presentation., • Oversee daily stock checks, par levels, and deliveries, keeping waste low and efficiency high., • Ensure food-safety, SFBB logs, and hygiene standards are met at all times., • Support rota planning, shift cover, and clear communication with the front-of-house team., • Jump on the line when needed — lead by example and bring positive energy to every shift. What We’re Looking For ✅ 2 + years’ experience in a fast-paced kitchen.✅ 1 + year in a supervisory or management role (e.g. Kitchen Crew Lead, BOH Supervisor, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager).✅ Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.✅ A natural motivator who builds positive team culture.✅ Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.✅ A passion for Caribbean food, culture, and customer experience. Why You’ll Love Working at Sweet Jerk ⭐ We’re building a brand from the ground up — you’ll help shape it.⭐ Big opportunities for growth as we open more restaurants.⭐ Supportive, family-style team culture (we call our team Jerk Stars).⭐ Great food, great people, and plenty of good vibes.⭐ Free staff meals and training provided. How to Apply If you’re a natural leader who loves a fast-paced kitchen and wants to help grow something fresh, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now with your CV and a short message telling us why you’d be a great fit for Sweet Jerk Job Type: Full-time Application question(s): • What experience do you have with Caribbean cuisine, and if none, what interests you in working with it?, • Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Experience: Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)

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