NEW OPENING – Farringdon
Full Time: 20-35 hours per week
£14.50-15.50 per hour
Who we are
We are London's quality-first and provenance-led salad restaurant, offering your very own choice of premium salads and juices packed full of organic and regeneratively-farmed British produce. With sustainability at the heart of everything we do.
At P.Y.O. we care about the environment and to show it, we are a pending B-Corp company. This means that we are committed to making a difference to the community through positive social and environmental actions. In addition, we’re committed to recruiting people from all walks of life and backgrounds to reflect our customers and our community and to help make our business stronger. As we grow, we will look to further support our people via more expansive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and an employee support programme open to everyone.
Our aim is to champion a holistic approach to sustainability in the quick-service restaurant industry by driving demand for more sustainable and ethical farming practices through the use of an organic and regenerative supply chain, minimising food waste, partnering with charities and running a subscription model.
Ideally, you’ll be passionate about sustainability and ethical farming. You’ll care about quality, consistency and team culture, and you’ll want to play a key role in building a positive and inclusive kitchen environment.
What you will be doing
· To lead daily Kitchen service operations, uphold compliance and hygiene standards.
- Prepare fresh produce and ingredients for daily service that power every Pick.Your.Own. salad.
· Supports the Kitchen Manager in the day to day running of the site. This includes but is not limited too, daily ordering, invoicing and stock counts in the absence of Kitchen Manager.
- Assist with prepping and cooking hot and cold food items
- Ensure sufficient stock levels for peak service periods
- Maintain our 5 star EHO rating and food safety standards at all times
- Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures
- Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment
· Guide Team Members through consistent on-shift leadership, coaching, and accountability.
· Team Leaders are the standard-bearers of P.Y.O.’s values — they ensure procedures are followed precisely, communication flows clearly, and the team delivers an excellent guest experience in a safe, efficient, and sustainable environment.
What We’re Looking For
- 2 + years experience in a QSR or casual dining environment with a minimum of 1 year at supervisor level.
- Ability to steady the ship and prevent issues before they happen
- Confidence in quality food preparation
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Effective Leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- High standards of cleanliness and organisation
- Respectful and conscious when it comes to punctuality and scheduling
Pay & Benefits
- £14.50-£15.50 per hour
- 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
- Additional paid day off for your birthday
- Staff food & drink of your choice up to £15 per day
- Career development opportunities — we promote from within
- Growing company with progression potential
Schedule
- Monday to Friday shifts - No weekends!
- Flexible shifts
If you’re ready to be part of a growing brand focused on fresh food, quality standards, and strong teamwork, apply today.
Pay: £14.50-£15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
