James Cochran

Receptionist - ROKA Mayfair ROKA is a collection of contemporary Japanese Robatayaki restaurants. Since launching in 2004 on Charlotte Street, our London family has grown to include locations in Mayfair, Canary Wharf, and Aldwych. ROKA embodies the spirit of togetherness and shared dining: (RO) represents the vibrant atmosphere, while (KA) symbolises the heat and energy of the Robata grill. Proudly part of the Azumi collection, ROKA continues to deliver an elevated yet welcoming dining experience at the heart of every service. About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic Receptionist to join our vibrant team at ROKA Mayfair. As a key member of our front-of-house team, you will embody our passion for exceptional hospitality, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm, memorable welcome from the moment they arrive. Our Receptionists are dedicated, hands-on, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, all while upholding ROKA's renowned high standards. Full of personality and professionalism, you'll inspire your team to deliver the outstanding service and seamless guest experience that define us. Our Ideal Receptionist You'll embody our values and bring: • A genuine love for hospitality, with a passion for Japanese cuisine and exceptional dining experiences, • Proven experience as a Receptionist in a premium, high-volume restaurant environment, • A collaborative spirit, thriving as part of a large and dynamic team, • A warm, customer-focused approach, with the ability to create memorable moments for every guest Benefits We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: • World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate, • Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands, • Family Meals are shared daily, • Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition, • Dining discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide! Our Commitment to Inclusivity At ROKA, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance during the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you. Working at ROKA offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a globally renowned brand that values creativity, growth, and excellence. It's a place where passion meets opportunity, and where every team member is valued for their contribution.

Personal Assistant (Part-Time) Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 (depending on experience) Hours: 20 hours per week Location: Remote (occasional travel to London and Bedfordshire for events — infrequent) Job type: Part-time, permanent About the Role We're looking for a proactive, highly organised Personal Assistant to support a busy founder/executive on a part-time basis. This is a varied role covering diary management, correspondence, task coordination, and general administrative support. It suits someone who enjoys autonomy, is comfortable managing shifting priorities, and takes genuine satisfaction in keeping someone else's professional and personal life running smoothly. The role is almost entirely remote. You'll need to be reliably available and responsive during agreed working hours, with occasional in-person attendance required for events in London or Bedfordshire (rare — expect only a handful of times a year). Key Responsibilities • Manage and prioritise a busy inbox and calendar, scheduling meetings and resolving conflicts, • Draft, proofread, and send correspondence on behalf of the employer, • Coordinate travel arrangements, bookings, and itineraries, • Handle ad hoc personal administration (appointments, household admin, purchases, etc.), • Prepare briefing notes and organise information ahead of meetings or events, • Liaise with external contacts, suppliers, and service providers professionally, • Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement across personal and professional matters, • Assist with occasional project-based tasks and research, • Keep track of ongoing tasks and follow up proactively without needing to be chased About You • Previous experience as a PA, EA, or in a similar administrative/support role, • Excellent written English and strong attention to detail, • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently, • Discreet and trustworthy — comfortable handling sensitive information, • Confident using common productivity tools (email, calendar, cloud storage, messaging apps), • Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision, • Based in or near London/Bedfordshire preferred, but not essential given the remote nature of the role What We Offer • £30,000 - £36,000 pro rata, depending on experience, • 20 hours per week, with flexibility on how these are structured, • Almost fully remote working, • The opportunity to work closely with a founder in a varied, trust-based role ##

People Partner London (Soho) | Full Time | Minimum 4 days a week in the office, with regular restaurant visits Reports to: Chief People Officer This is a brilliant opportunity for a hands-on People Partner who wants to be close to the business, influence real change and help our managers create great places to work. At Franco Manca, great pizza starts with great people. For over 15 years we've been making slow-risen sourdough pizza the way it should be: simple ingredients, proper craft and restaurants that feel part of their neighbourhood. We're not a People team sitting far away from the action. We're close to our restaurants, our managers and our teams, and this role is right at the heart of that. Why Franco Manca? We're proud of where we've come from and excited about where we're going. This is an opportunity to join a business with real heritage that's investing in its people, its restaurants and its future. You'll have the chance to influence how we support our teams, work closely with senior leaders and make a genuine impact across the business. You'll also have space to keep growing yourself, with opportunities to get involved in people projects, leadership development, coaching and wider business initiatives as we continue to evolve. We're looking for a People Partner to work alongside our Operations Managers, helping our restaurant teams thrive. You'll build trusted relationships, coach leaders, support managers through the moments that matter and help create an environment where people can do their best work. This is a hands-on role with plenty of variety and influence. One day you could be supporting a manager through a complex people matter, the next you'll be using insight to spot trends, shaping practical people plans or helping us develop future leaders. If you enjoy working closely with people, balancing commercial thinking with empathy and making a real difference across a multi-site business, we'd love to hear from you. You'll love this role if · You like being close to the business and out with managers, not hidden behind a desk. · You enjoy coaching leaders, solving problems practically and seeing the difference your work makes. · You want exposure to senior leaders, people strategy and projects that shape how our teams grow. What you'll be doing • Partner with Managers to support our restaurants and people., • Coach and develop managers to build confident, capable teams. · Lead a wide range of employee relations cases with confidence, fairness, consistency and sound judgement. • Use people insight and data to spot trends and improve the employee experience. · Bring strong attention to detail to employee relations, people processes, documentation and follow-up, making sure advice is accurate, consistent and well managed. • Support talent development, succession planning and leadership capability., • Help shape practical people initiatives that support our restaurants today and as we continue to grow., • Work closely with the wider People team to keep things simple, consistent and people focused. We're looking for someone who • Has HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor experience in hospitality, retail or another fast-paced customer facing multi-site business. · Has strong employee relations knowledge, including confidence managing complex cases and a solid understanding of UK employment law. · Is CIPD qualified or working towards qualification; however, practical, commercial HR experience and strong judgement are just as important. • Builds trust quickly and enjoys coaching and supporting managers., • Brings a practical, solutions-focused approach. · Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in getting the important things right, especially when handling sensitive people matters. • Understands that every conversation matters., • Loves working with people as much as processes., • Wants to help create workplaces where everyone feels welcome and supported. Our values in this role · Welcome Everybody: You create a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where managers and teams feel listened to, supported and treated fairly. · Love Your Food: You care about the details that make Franco Manca special and help managers build teams who are proud of the food, service and experience they deliver. · Keep It Moving: You work with pace, clarity and common sense, helping managers resolve people matters quickly, fairly and practically. · Put On a Great Show: You understand that great people experiences lead to great restaurant experiences, and you help managers create teams who deliver warm, genuine hospitality every day. What you'll get · Up to £60,000 per year · Annual discretionary bonus scheme · 25 days holiday plus bank holidays · Salary sacrifice schemes, including pension, Cycle to Work and EV car scheme · Season ticket loan · Medicash health cash plan, including dental, glasses, physiotherapy and more · 24/7 virtual GP access, confidential counselling and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters · Free pizzas and soft drinks on every shift, plus free sourdough bread to cook at home · 50% staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurant · Cashback, online discounts, discounted shopping vouchers, gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks · Annual social events, incentives and competitions · Up to £500 employee referral scheme, subject to terms and conditions · Development opportunities to support your growth and progression If this sounds like the kind of People Partner role where you could do your best work, we'd love to hear from you. Franco Manca is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our people. We welcome applications from everyone and recruit based on skills, experience, and potential. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

About Us:At Mr Crafter Carpentry & Joinery, we take pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship and tailored solutions for our clients. We are now looking for a reliable and organised Part-Time Administrative Assistant to support our growing business and ensure smooth day-to-day communication with customers. Role Overview: The Administrative Assistant will be the first point of contact for clients, handling calls and emails in a professional and timely manner. This role is ideal for someone organised, friendly, and proactive, who can balance tasks efficiently and provide excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities: Answer incoming phone calls, handle enquiries, and take messages when required.Respond to emails promptly and professionally.Maintain clear and accurate records of client communications.Assist with scheduling appointments and updating calendars.Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth business operations. Requirements: Strong verbal and written communication skills.Good organisational and multitasking abilities.Comfortable using email, calendars, and basic computer applications.Previous experience in administration or customer service is preferred but not essential.Professional, polite, and positive attitude. Job Details: Position: Part-Time Administrative AssistantHours: Flexible, 8-10 hours per week (to be agreed)Location: Work From Home

We are looking for a master multi-tasker with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude. Candidates should be able to assist management and all visitors to the company by handling office tasks, providing polite and professional assistance via phone, mail, and e-mail, making reservations or travel arrangements, and generally being a helpful and positive presence in the workplace. To be successful as an administrative assistant, candidates should be professional, polite, and attentive while also being accurate. They should always be prepared and responsive, willing to meet each challenge directly. Administrative assistants must be comfortable with computers, general office tasks, and excel at both verbal and written communication. Most importantly, administrative assistants should have a genuine desire to meet the needs of others.

Job Vacancy: Business Support Officer (Full-Time) Location: Cambio De Tercio Group, Spanish Restaurant, 163 Old Brompton Road, London, SW5 0LJ Position: Business Support Officer Job Type: Full-Time We are a busy and welcoming Spanish restaurant in the heart of Chelsea, looking for an organised, proactive, and reliable Business Support Officer to join our team full-time. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced hospitality environment while supporting the day-to-day business operations. Key Responsibilities • Provide administrative and operational support to management., • Handle staff scheduling, attendance records, • Maintain business records, invoices, and filing systems., • Liaise with suppliers and coordinate stock orders., • Respond to emails, telephone enquiries, and customer correspondence., • Support compliance with health & safety and food hygiene regulations., • Prepare reports and assist with business planning and operational improvements., • Carry out general office duties to ensure the smooth running of the business. Requirements • Previous experience in an administrative or business support role., • Excellent organisational and time management skills., • Strong communication skills in English (Spanish is an advantage but not essential)., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Attention to detail and a professional approach., • Experience within the hospitality or restaurant industry is desirable. What We Offer • Full-time permanent position., • Competitive salary (depending on experience)., • Friendly and supportive working environment., • Opportunities for professional development., • Staff meals and employee discounts. If you are organised, motivated, and enjoy supporting a successful restaurant business, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter.

Hi, looking for office assistant to joint the team to help out with the admin, we look after a housing association in south London are office is in the middle of the estate,