Market Stall Manager

Arabica; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage with service

Staff meals on every shift

Generous staff discounts

Supportive team environment

Training and career progression

Flexible shift patterns

Job summary

Arabica at Borough Market in London invites a Market Server to be the face of our stall, serving wraps, mezze boxes and pastries to a steady stream of customers.

You will greet guests, explain dishes with passion, handle orders and payments, and work closely with kitchen and front-of-house team to ensure a high-quality experience. You must be on your feet in a lively setting.

Qualifications

• A natural people-person with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy setting.
• Passion for food and customer service.
• Experience in a busy café, counter-service or street food is valued.
• Reliable, punctual and a true team player.

Responsibilities

• Greeting every customer with a warm welcome.
• Guide customers through the menu, explain dishes with passion.
• Take orders and handle payments swiftly and accurately at the counter.
• Assemble customer orders, ensuring each dish is presented well.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and organisation.
• Collaborate with kitchen and FOH team to ensure a seamless experience.
• Embody the vibrant, friendly and high-quality Arabica spirit.

Skills

People skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Excellent communicator

Reliable

Punctual

Physically active

Job description

Join Our Vibrant Team: Market Server at Arabica, Borough Market

Love the buzz of a market? Passionate about incredible Middle Eastern food? This is for you.

Arabica has been a cornerstone of Borough Market for over two decades, delighting Londoners and tourists alike with vibrant, authentic flavours from the Levant. Our iconic market stall is where it all began, and it remains the beating heart of our business.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Market Server to be the face of Arabica in London's most famous food destination. You'll be working at the centre of the action, serving up our delicious wraps, mezze boxes, and pastries to a constant stream of eager food lovers.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Greeting every customer with a warm and genuine welcome.

• Guiding customers through our menu, explaining our dishes with passion and knowledge.

• Taking orders and handling payments swiftly and accurately at our busy counter.

• Assembling customer orders, ensuring every dish is presented beautifully.

• Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and organisation at the stall.

• Working closely with the kitchen and the rest of the front‑of‑house team to create a seamless and positive experience.

• Embodying the vibrant, friendly, and high‑quality spirit of Arabica.

Who We're Looking For:

• A natural people‑person with a positive, can‑do attitude.

• Someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment and stays calm under pressure.

• A genuine passion for food is a must; an interest in Middle Eastern cuisine is a huge plus!

• Previous experience in a busy café, counter‑service, or street food role is highly desirable.

• An excellent communicator who is reliable, punctual, and a true team player.

• You must be happy to be on your feet and ready for a physically active role.

What We Offer:

• A competitive hourly wage plus a generous share of service charge (TRONC).

• Delicious staff meals on every shift.

• Generous discounts at our restaurants and delis for you and your family.

• A fantastic, supportive team environment in an iconic London location.

• Opportunities for training and career progression within the Arabica family.

• Flexible shift patterns.

Ready to join the buzz and be part of a London institution?

We can't wait to hear from you!