Market Stall Manager

Arabica Bar & Kitchen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff meals

Discounts on food

Supportive team environment

Training and progression

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Arabica is seeking a Market Server at its iconic Borough Market stall in London. You will greet customers, explain dishes, take orders, handle payments, assemble meals, and uphold top food-safety standards in a fast-paced setting.

Join a lively, friendly team and enjoy a competitive hourly wage plus a share of tips, staff meals, and generous discounts in a renowned market environment.

Qualifications

• Natural people person with a can-do attitude.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Passion for food and great service is essential.
• Experience in busy café, counter-service, or street food is a plus.
• Reliable, punctual and a great team player.

Responsibilities

• Greeting each customer warmly and guiding through the menu.
• Taking orders and handling payments accurately at a busy counter.
• Assembling orders and presenting dishes neatly.
• Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards at the stall.
• Working with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure a smooth experience.
• Representing the vibrant, high-quality spirit of Arabica.
• Staying on your feet and keeping energy high throughout shifts.

Skills

People person

Positive attitude

Excellent communicator

Team player

Reliable

Physical fitness

Calm under pressure

Tools

POS terminal

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!