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About the job The Ascott Limited UK Corporate Office is seeking a qualified, experienced and capable Procurement Manager to become part of our Procurement team, supporting our properties. Reporting to the Procurement Director, being responsible for the purchase of goods and services to ensure that the Group's European lodging sites operational needs are met. As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for: Purchasing goods, materials, components and/or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, developing strategies, and negotiating contracts to secure the best possible prices and terms Creating long-term plans for specific categories of goods and services Preparing reports on procurement activities, analysing data to identify trend Collaborating with various departments within our properties to understand their procurement needs and ensure those needs are met Sourcing environmentally friendly products and services Ensuring contracts are properly managed and adhered to, including renewals and performance monitoring Managing inventory levels to optimize stock turnover and minimize holding costs Staying informed about market trends, new products, and potential suppliers to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation Conducting cost analysis, setting benchmarks, and identifying opportunities to reduce costs without compromising on quality Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services, and resolving any issues that may arise Assess tenders and quotations from potential suppliers Prepare required documents in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and in line with organizational targets and requirements. To be successful in the role of Procurement Management, we require: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., supply chain management, business administration and/or finance) Proven experience in Procurement and Strategic sourcing, preferably within the hospitality industry Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills Proficiency in relevant software and tools, such as procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication (written/spoken) English & French at business level Ability to work independently and as part of a team Minimum 5 years of experience of relevant working experience in purchasing Background and or experience within technical services purchasing (vendor management, contractor’s, hard services) Certification from Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) a plus Experience in integration activities and change management. This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Procurement Manager. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer: Genuine career opportunities within our business Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting cost A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme Recruitment Referral Incentive Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team parties Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Required skills: Multilingual, Negotiating skills, Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving Discussed at venue Department: Purchasing Language required: English. The company At The Ascott Limited, we believe that our guests can be anywhere in the world, and still feel right at home. With a suite of accommodation options that spans serviced apartments & hotels, coliving properties, as well as independent senior living apartments, our guests can count on us for that sense of comfort and familiarity, be it for a short stopover or a new space to call their home. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. This year, Ascott marks 40 years in hospitality service. Growing from strength to strength, powering up through new alliances and transforming challenges into triumphs, Ascott is trailblazing tomorrow and charting a new future of growth. Hear from Ascott’s past and present leaders as they share about their experiences in this tribute video, having witnessed Ascott’s growth to become truly Unlimited.

As Shift Supervisor at the Starting Gate, you’ll be on the front line with the team making sure everything runs like clockwork! You’ll make sure the team are ready for the shift and our guests are happy. Join us at Castle Pubs, where each one of our pubs has its own story to tell. Think urban pubs packed with personality, craft beers and a unique atmosphere. If you’ve got pints of personality, we want to hear from you. What’s in it for me? • Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life, • Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered., • Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, we offer a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. What will I be doing? As shift supervisor you’ll… • Be a champion of brand standards, • Lead the team during busy shifts, • Support and be a role model for your teams’ training and development, • Support the day to day running of the business

After 25 years of serving authentic Italian cuisine in St James’s, Al Duca has proudly relocated to Willow Place, Westminster. We are now looking for an experienced and passionate Assistant Manager to join our team and help lead the next chapter of our story. What we offer: Competitive salary of £33,000 – £38,000 (depending on experience) Full-time, permanent role in a well-established, independent restaurant Opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team and supportive management A vibrant, welcoming environment with loyal guests and a strong reputation What we’re looking for: Previous experience in a management or supervisory role within hospitality (preferably Italian) Strong leadership and communication skills A hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail Passion for food, wine, and delivering outstanding guest experiences If you’re enthusiastic about Italian cuisine and thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. 📍 Location: Al Duca, Willow Place, Westminster 💼 Role: Assistant Manager (Full-Time)

👩‍🍳 KITCHEN MANAGER – Ivan Ramen London 📍 Farringdon, London 💷 up to £18 p/h 🕐 Full-time 🚀 Start date: ASAP | Opening: 18 November Ivan Ramen, the cult NYC ramen shop is coming to Farringdon this November, and we’re looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team from the ground up. This is an incredible opportunity to be part of something special from day one - helping bring one of New York’s most loved food brands to London. What you’ll get: Up to £18 p/h Free staff meals every shift 50% discount for you and up to 3 friends Real career growth opportunities as we expand in the UK A supportive, positive team culture — we work hard, learn fast, and have fun doing it What you’ll do: Lead daily kitchen operations and manage a small, passionate team Ensure food quality, consistency, and speed of service Support training and development of chefs and kitchen assistants Oversee stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation Maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness Work closely with the General Manager to deliver smooth service and great guest experiences What we’re looking for: Strong leadership skills and experience running a busy kitchen A passion for great food and attention to detail Calm under pressure with great communication skills Hands-on, proactive, and willing to jump on the line when needed Must have the right to work in the UK

We are recruiting on behalf of our 5* boutique hotel client. Their core values focus on personal relationships with colleagues and guests alike and include: Quality, Passion, Commitment, Fairness and Style. Your Passion • Supervises overall activities in the department., • Supervises all sections and improvements in operation where she/he finds opportunities to develop service standard., • Keeps knowledge/information of any change in resort policy and procedure and enforce them., • Ensures good communication and cooperation between front office department and other departments., • Performs all duties applicable to the night shift ensuring the all report, system checks as well as run of the day (date system change) are performed accordingly to standards and hotel requirements., • Controls expenses of front office department., • Maintains a personalized service standard of the reception by constant training and motivation of the team members., • Liaise closely with Housekeeping to ensure that optimum number of room / suites are available and all incoming guest’s requirements are met., • Reads all reservation correspondence prior to the guest arrival to understand the needs and wants of the guests, updates and corrects information in Opera accordingly, • Ensure the Memo is accurate and correct for all departments, • Conducts daily briefings, • Blocks special room. Requests and personally checks them prior to the arrival of guests., • Personally, welcomes guests and allocates rooms and coordinates with supervisor for proper follow up., • Personally, resolves any problem a guest may face during his stay in the hotel or endeavours to provide the maximum service possible always with a margin for flexibility., • Conducts regular inspections of areas directly under his responsibility., • Meets regularly with supervisors in order to convey all necessary information, concerning events taking place in the hotel, memoranda received, transfers and training procedures or instruction from higher management., • Communicate to management concerned, movement of guests and guest comments., • Prepare revenue and occupancy forecasting, • Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases, vouchering, schedules, forecast, reports and tracking logs, • Maintains key control, • Conforms to the company’s Policies & Procedures., • Performs Duty Manager responsibilities on rotating shifts

🇮🇹 Takeaway Manager – SFRIGOLA, Leadenhall Market (London City) Be part of something deliciously new! Sfrigola – Sicily’s famous arancine & street-food brand – is opening its first UK store at Leadenhall Market by the end of November. We’re bringing authentic Italian flavour to the City and need a hands-on, Italian-speaking Manager to lead the launch. What you’ll do: • Run daily operations & lead a small team (5 staff), • Prep, cook & serve our signature Sicilian arancine, • Deliver fast, friendly service with real Italian flair, • Keep the site spotless, efficient & profitable, • Report directly to the owners Who you are: Energetic, reliable, and fluent in Italian and English. You’ve managed or supervised in a busy café, deli, or takeaway — and you love being on the frontline. Must be available from mid-November for full training ahead of opening. We offer: 💷 £30,000–£35,000 + performance bonus 🍽 Staff meals & discounts 🚀 Growth opportunity as Sfrigola expands in the UK Join us at the start of our UK story — and help make Sfrigola the City’s most talked-about Italian takeaway. 📩 Apply now and tell us why you’re the perfect fit!

GAZETTE BRASSERIE GROUP We’re looking for an Assistant Manager to join our team at Gazette South Kensington! If you’re friendly, full of energy, enjoy hospitality and interacting with customers, you’ll feel right at home with us. You’ll need to have some management experience, as the role involves supporting the General Manager with day-to-day operations and helping things run smoothly across our branch as well as communication with other branches. We’re looking for someone who’s hands-on, reliable & confident around people. So if you're dependable, motivated, and good at keeping things running smoothly, you’re exactly who we’re after. If all above sounds like you, please apply to work with us. We’re an small staff that's always up for meeting good people & seeing if we’re a good fit for each other. French speaker is a big plus. Please note: You’ll need to be eligible to work in the UK.

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 27 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Bar Assistant Manager! YOUR MISSION: • You will be part of a BIG MAMMA Bar team!, • You will be managing the daily operations of the bar alongside the Bar Manager., • You will delegate tasks, coach and support the team, run services, lead briefings, onboard new team members, train the team and more!, • You will participate in monthly inventory, assist with ordering and implement seasonal menu changes., • You will maintain health and safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation behind the bar., • You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day!, • You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: • Big Smile and passion for Italian food!, • Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit, • Excellent customer service, communication and leadership skills, • Expert bar knowledge including classic cocktails, • Previous experience as a bar supervisor/assistant bar manager in a fast paced environment, • Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: • Permanent, full-time position, • £ 18.71 per hour + Tronc Point, • 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off, • Tasty staff food served family style, • 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants, • £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend, • Employee of the Month award, • Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support, • Wagestream: Financial Well-Being platform that allows you to access your wages between paydays, • Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma