Jean, 90, stops working long enough to bite into birthday cake at Surrey Docks

Colleagues and family members, friends and former workmates gathered for a very special occasion at The Surrey Docks (Surrey Quays).
They were all there to surprise a much-loved staff member, kitchen associate Jean, who celebrated her 90th birthday in August.
There were also video messages from those unable to attend.
Jean has worked at the pub in southeast London since it first opened more than 27 years ago, along with fellow long-serving staff member kitchen shift leader Pauline.
Great friends, they met back in 1997, on the first day of training.
Now, at 90, Jean is Wetherspoon’s oldest employee.
Her role is part time, helping out in the kitchen, with two four-hour day shifts per week, on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Pub manager Kylee, who has since moved to become manager at The Stargazer (The O2, Greenwich), said: “Jean is a well-loved and valuable team member, as well as being very well known in the area and by all regular customers.”
Kylee, who made the special 90th birthday cake for Jean, continued: “She didn’t have a clue about the party. It was a complete surprise.
“She had a lovely day and didn’t stop smiling.
“All of the staff absolutely love her.
“She is like a grandma to a lot of them, especially the younger members.
“Jean is an absolute legend, a real gem, and it’s a pleasure to have her working as part of our diverse team. In fact, she is the real boss!”
Originally from Old Kent Road, Jean moved to Rotherhithe at the age of 11 and has remained ever since.
She previously spent 36 years working for the home help service, in Southwark, before applying for a job at the pub, at the age of 63, after she had lost her husband Ted.
Kylee concluded: “Jean is a real inspiration.
“To live the life that she still leads, aged 90, including still working with us, is fantastic.
“It’s definitely something to shout about and celebrate.”
Jean, pictured (centre) with Pauline (left) and Kylee, said: “Thank you to Kylee, Pauline and everyone for a very special surprise birthday celebration.”
Wetherspoon’s founder and chairman, Tim Martin, added: “Many congratulations to Jean on her 90th birthday. We all look forward to many more celebrations with such an inspirational Wetherspoon team member.”