Job Description

About Nooners

For 40 years, Nooners has been a London favourite for fast, fresh, homemade-style lunches. We are a

busy, cafeteria-style, counter-service restaurant

where customers order directly, watch their meals being prepared, and take their meals to their table.

We're known for

speed, consistency, friendliness, and quality

-- the four pillars of the Nooners experience.

Position Overview - Lunch Line Specialist

This role centers around a

one-to-one service flow

:
Customer orders ? you prepare ? you pass it down the line ? repeat.

You'll work with sandwiches, salads, hot meals, soups, and daily specials in a

steady, high-flow lunch environment

. Strong organization, clear communication, and excellent time-management are essential to keep the line moving smoothly.

If you enjoy staying busy, working with people, and contributing to a tight, efficient team, this role is a great fit.

Who Thrives in This Role

This job is ideal for someone who:

Enjoys a fast-paced environment Communicates well with customers AND teammates Can manage their time effectively under pressure Stays organized while preparing fresh meals quickly Likes interacting directly with customers Works well independently AND within a small team Takes pride in accuracy, consistency, and cleanliness Can keep the flow steady during peak lunch periods Offers steady daytime hours and a predictable schedule ideal for work-life balance.
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This role is not suitable for:

Because this is a

busy, cafeteria-style lunch environment

with steady, continuous customer flow, this position requires strong communication, awareness, pace, and the ability to stay organized under pressure. For that reason, this role is

not a good fit

for applicants who:

Have only worked in

very slow-paced cafes, delis, or low-volume counter service

Come from

button-based, automated, or pre-built food environments

with minimal real preparation Struggle with

clear verbal communication

in a customer-facing setting Have difficulty

learning quickly

or adapting during active service Prefer to focus on

one task at a time

instead of managing flow and staying aware of the line Become overwhelmed during

steady or fast lunch rushes

Need

constant direction, reminders, or step-by-step supervision

to stay on pace Have trouble managing

time, speed, and multiple responsibilities

simultaneously Lack the

situational awareness

required to maintain flow, restock proactively, and keep the line moving
This role requires someone who consistently brings

strong communication skills, solid time-management, good judgment, reliable pace, and the ability to stay organized, aware, and confident

throughout an active lunch period.

Key Responsibilities

Take customer orders clearly, professionally, and accurately Prepare sandwiches, salads, hot meals, and specials to Nooners standards Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized lunch line Manage time effectively during high-volume order flow Assist with pre-rush and post-rush restocking Perform basic prep (slicing, portioning, stocking ingredients) Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures Use POS accurately Communicate clearly with kitchen and teammates to maintain smooth service Work independently with confidence while supporting the team during rush

Qualifications Required:

3-5 years of strong customer service and communication experience specifically in a fast-paced food environment

(deli, cafe, cafeteria, market-style, sandwich line, or similar)

Strong time-management skills

-- able to stay ahead of flow and maintain pace without reminders

Strong multitasking ability

-- comfortable handling multiple steps and orders at once

Clear, confident verbal communication

with customers and teammates

Consistent pace and a reliable "hustle" mindset throughout the lunch rush

Ability to work independently AND as part of a small, fast-moving team

Reliable, punctual, and professional

Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred:

Experience in high-volume counter service Experience in busy lunch environments with continuous flow Familiarity with maintaining a clean, stocked, and organized service line Ability to proactively restock and prep without being asked

What We Offer

Competitive hourly wage Tips Mostly Monday-Friday daytime shifts Staff meal discounts Small, supportive, family-run environment Consistent scheduling Opportunities for additional responsibility for strong performers

Schedule

Day shifts Primarily Monday-Friday Occasional Saturdays during busy weeks

How to Apply

If you bring strong communication, excellent time-management, and thrive in a fast, friendly lunch environment, we'd love to meet you.

Apply through Indeed or email your resume to

noonerscaters@gmail.com

Subject line:

"Lunch Line Specialist - London."

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.60-$20.50 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Company events Store discount
Application question(s):

Have you previously worked in a cafeteria-style or lunch-line service environment? Have you worked in a fast-paced food environment where you prepared made-to-order meals during active customer flow?
Experience:

Food industry: 3 years (preferred) Food preparation: 3 years (preferred) Similar Industry: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-11-05