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MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN QUALITY RESTAURANT! Welcome to The Ivy Collection, we embody timeless elegance and vibrant hospitality in every guest experience. Our iconic restaurants, situated across the UK and beyond, are celebrated for exceptional food, outstanding service, and the creation of unforgettable moments. We’re searching for a dynamic Head Waiter to join our team and become part of something special. Benefits & Rewards: Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc) A Management Career Development Program, which includes online and practical assessments. Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years. 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants. Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants. You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed! Refer and Friend Bonus Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract Key elements of your role as Head Waiter will involve controlling a section during service, taking food orders, serving guests and providing a professional bill service. Responsible for directing and motivating a team of Commis Waiters, you will also take an active interest in your team’s welfare, safety, and professional development. About you: You have at least 1+ years’ experience in this role and are solution-driven, working well under pressure. You pride yourself on your professional approach to service excellence and you are a real team player. The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: • Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms., • Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children., • Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team., • Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs., • Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Ideal Candidate: • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees—apply today!

The Role As a Pub Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in leading the front of house team within a busy, fast-moving pub environment. You’ll help create a welcoming atmosphere, ensure smooth day-to-day service, and support both the team and management in delivering an excellent customer experience. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working under pressure, leads by example, and is looking to build a long-term career in hospitality. Key Responsibilities • Overseeing daily front of house and bar operations, • Supervising and supporting the team throughout busy service periods, • Delivering outstanding customer service and ensuring guests have a positive experience, • Assisting management in maintaining high service standards and smooth team organisation, • Training and mentoring new and existing staff members, • Ensuring the pub, bar, and customer areas are clean, organised, and presented to a high standard, • Maintaining strong communication between bar staff, floor staff, and kitchen teams, • Supporting stock management, bar setup, and general bar service duties, • Handling customer queries and resolving issues professionally when needed What We’re Looking For • Strong leadership and teamwork skills, • Excellent communication and customer service abilities, • A positive, reliable, and hardworking attitude, • Ability to remain calm and efficient in a busy pub environment, • Previous experience in hospitality, bar service, or a supervisory role preferred, • Good knowledge of bar operations, drink service, and customer interaction, • Someone motivated to progress and grow within an expanding business What We Offer • Competitive pay depending on experience, • Opportunities for career growth and internal progression, • Supportive and approachable management team, • A stable and growing business with long-term development opportunities, • A friendly team-focused working environment

Location: Kew Village Start Date: Immediately Salary: Competitive, hourly rate About Us: A fresh culinary chapter is beginning in the heart of Kew. We are an ambitious new opening focusing on a vibrant brunch service by day and a sophisticated small plates menu by night. Our mission is to blend artisanal ingredients with creative flair in a high-energy, beautiful space. We are building our founding kitchen team from the ground up, and we know that a flawless service starts with a brilliant kitchen porter. The Role: Kitchen Porter We are looking for a reliable, hard-working, and motivated Kitchen Porter to join our founding team. As the backbone of our kitchen, you will play a vital role in launching this new concept. You will work in a supportive, fast-paced environment where your hard work is truly valued, helping the chefs keep the service running seamlessly. Key Responsibilities: • Cleanliness and Hygiene: Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness across the wash-up area, kitchen workstations, and food storage zones., • Equipment Care: Operate the dishwasher efficiently and hand-wash delicate kitchen and front-of-house equipment., • Food Prep Support: Assist the chef brigade with basic food preparation (such as peeling vegetables and organising ingredients) during quieter periods., • Stock and Organisation: Help accept and organise daily fresh produce deliveries, ensuring correct storage and stock rotation., • Waste Management: Manage food waste and recycling disposal in line with kitchen protocols., • Health and Safety: Adhere to all kitchen hygiene, safety regulations, and chemical handling guidelines. Requirements: • A reliable, proactive team player with a strong can-do attitude, which is essential for a brand-new opening., • Ability to work efficiently and stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Good communication skills and a willingness to learn., • Local to Kew or the surrounding Richmond areas is highly preferred., • Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is a plus, but full training will be provided for the right candidate. Why Join Us? • Growth and Progression: Be part of a brand-new launch. We value hard work and actively prioritise internal promotion. If you want to learn and progress into a kitchen commis role in the future, we will support you., • Environment: A supportive, professional, and friendly workplace where the kitchen porter is treated as an essential part of the team., • Balance and Rewards: Competitive pay, a share of the service charge, and a focus on building a sustainable, respectful team culture.

We are seeking a diligent and experienced General Labourer to provide essential support to skilled professionals across various construction and renovation trades. This role requires a strong work ethic and the ability to contribute effectively to a range of projects. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting with tasks related to plastering, painting, electrical work, carpentry, and other general building activities., • Preparing work areas, moving materials, and ensuring a clean and safe job site., • Supporting tradespeople as required to ensure smooth project progression. Qualifications: • Proven experience in supporting tradespeople in multiple disciplines., • Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a proactive approach to tasks., • Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently., • Excellent attention to detail, ensuring high-quality support for all work carried out.

We are highly focussed on development and safety but also vitally important to us, is that our children have an enjoyable learning experience. We provide a caring, secure environment through individual attention and group activities and to organise an appropriate range of leisure activities for children between the ages of 3 to 11. Key Areas · Activity planning · Liaison · Supervision and care of children · Direct playwork · Health and safety · Miscellaneous Duties and Responsibilities Activity Planning · To provide safe, creative and appropriate play opportunities including preparing activities, organisation programmes and arranging equipment · To ensure that all activities are carried out within an equal opportunity framework. · To undertake any necessary training including a nationally recognised playwork course. · To encourage community wide participation and activity planning and delivery. Liaison · To develop and maintain good relationships and communications with parents to facilitate day to day caring needs. · To encourage parental involvement and support through the development of effective working relationships. · To consult with the children and involve them in the planning of activities. Supervision and care of children · Ensure that activities are carried out in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with Statutory responsibilities. · Ensure that food provision is carried out within the guidelines of the Food and Safety Act 1990, it is balanced and healthy in accordance with dietary requirements. Direct Playwork · Help the coordinator to ensure that a wide range of creative and enjoyable activities are offered. · Ensure that play meets full range of children’s individual and group needs. Health and safety · To ensure the good standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times. · To be responsible for the Health and Safety standards, appropriate for the needs of the children. · Recording of any accidents in the accident book. · Ensure child is collected by someone known to Beams of Light staff · Recording of any accidents in the accident book · To ensure confidentiality of information at work is adhered. · Ensure to provide a good quality check on the equipment and the children’s play environment before the after school care session. Miscellaneous · To promote the aims and objectives of Beatrix Potter School, it’s policies and practices and use as a guide for daily activities. · To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time to time. · To assist in outreach (promoting the centre) After School Care Salary - £15 an hour, 3 hours a day Location - Beatrix Potter Primary School, London, SW18 3ER Contract Type - Permanent, Part time, Self Employed Weekly hours - 12 to 15 hours per week Operates - from 3pm to 6pm Monday - Friday (Term Time Only) Probationary Period (3 months) • Remote interview process, • Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, • Pay: £15 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Licence/Certification: DBS certificate (preferred) Safeguarding Certification (preferred) First Aid Certification (preferred) Food Hygiene certificate (preferred) Level 3 Childcare certificate (preferred)

Role Purpose The Waiter is responsible for delivering a warm, attentive and consistent guest experience, ensuring that every guest feels welcomed, looked after and valued. This role focuses on building rapport with guests, maintaining strong service standards and working collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth and efficient service. The Waiter plays a key role in creating memorable experiences that encourage guests to return. The “C” Principles The Waiter lives and promotes the following values at all times: Collaboration • Cooperation • Communication • Cohesion • Consideration • Consistency Reports to Head Waiter / Assistant Restaurant Manager / Restaurant Manager Leadership Style & Core Behaviours A successful Waiter consistently demonstrates: • Guest-focused mindset – prioritises guest experience at all times, • Strong communication – listens actively and communicates clearly, • Positive attitude – creates an engaging and welcoming atmosphere, • Attention to detail – ensures accuracy and consistency in service, • Teamwork – supports colleagues and contributes to smooth service, • Organisation – manages their section effectively, • Resilience – performs well during busy service periods Key Responsibilities Guest Experience & Service Delivery • Deliver friendly, attentive and professional service to all guests, • Build rapport and create a welcoming, engaging experience, • Take orders accurately and confidently, • Ensure guests feel looked after throughout their visit, • Anticipate guest needs and respond proactively Service Standards & Execution • Maintain high standards of service, presentation and professionalism, • Ensure food and drinks are served correctly and efficiently, • Follow company service steps and procedures consistently, • Manage timing of service to ensure a smooth guest journey Section Management • Take responsibility for a section during service, • Ensure tables are clean, organised and ready for guests, • Monitor guest needs and maintain awareness of the section at all times, • Support smooth transitions between courses and table turns Teamwork & Communication • Communicate clearly with BOH and FOH teams, • Support runners, head waiters and managers during service, • Contribute to a positive, respectful and team-focused environment, • Ask for support when needed and offer help to others Organisation & Cleanliness • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the floor and service areas, • Support opening and closing duties, • Ensure stations are stocked and ready for service, • Follow hygiene and presentation standards at all times Compliance & Standards • Follow all company policies and procedures, • Maintain awareness of allergens and dietary requirements, • Ensure responsible service of food and beverages, • Uphold professional appearance and conduct Problem Solving • Respond calmly and professionally to guest requests or concerns, • Resolve minor issues independently where possible, • Escalate more complex issues to senior team members, • Maintain composure during busy periods

CARE ASSISTANT REQUIRED We are currently looking for caring, reliable, and motivated Care Assistants to join our growing team in West London. Flexible shifts available including: • Days, • Nights, • Weekends, • Full time and part time Duties include: • Supporting residents with personal care, • Assisting with washing, dressing, and feeding, • Providing companionship and emotional support, • Supporting mobility and daily activities, • Maintaining accurate care records, • Following safeguarding and health & safety procedures Requirements: • Right to work in the UK, • Good communication skills, • Caring and professional attitude, • Previous care experience preferred but not essential, • DBS preferred, • Drivers welcome but not essential What we offer: • Flexible working hours, • Weekly pay, • Competitive rates, • Ongoing shifts available, • Friendly support from our team, • Fast registration process Locations: Hounslow, Hayes, Southall, Ealing, and surrounding areas.

Description We are looking for a serious, reliable and experienced person to support a 19-year-old young woman in a private family setting. This is a responsible care role and requires maturity, patience, emotional awareness and confidence working in a home care environment. What you’ll do: • Support with daily routines and personal care, • Provide emotional support and companionship, • Join walks, outings and activities, • Support PEG-related routines (training can be provided if needed), • Help maintain a calm, safe and positive environment, • Build trust and consistency in daily support Who we’re looking for: • Previous experience in care/support work is essential, • Fluent English required, • Reliable, emotionally mature and professional, • Comfortable supporting a young adult in a private family home, • Strong communication and understanding of responsibility, • Weekend availability preferred, • Right to work in the UK Important: This is a serious and responsible position. Please apply only if you have experience or a clear understanding of care/support work. If you have no experience or are not confident in this type of role, please do not apply. What we offer: • Flexible hours, • Fair pay based on experience, • Long-term opportunity with a respectful private family, • Supportive and positive environment If you are caring, dependable and experienced — we would love to hear from you. Females only please.

As a Floor Manager, you will be a key leader in our high-end casual dining restaurant, ensuring seamless operations and an exceptional guest experience. You will oversee all front-of-house activities, manage and motivate the service team, and maintain our high standards of service and hospitality. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and supervise the front-of-house team, including training, scheduling, and performance management., • Ensure exceptional guest service, resolving any issues promptly and professionally., • Oversee dining room operations, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety standards., • Manage reservations, seating, and table service flow., • Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth communication and service delivery., • Monitor inventory, manage stock levels, and control operational costs., • Maintain a welcoming and sophisticated ambiance for all guests. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Floor Manager, Assistant Manager, or Supervisor in a high-end restaurant or hospitality setting., • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills., • Excellent understanding of restaurant operations, including service standards, food safety, and customer relations., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities., • A passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. What We Offer: • The opportunity to be a pivotal part of a new, prestigious restaurant within the expanding Bemse Group., • A dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth., • Competitive remuneration and staff benefits., • A chance to shape the service culture of a high-end brand in London.

Bakery Chef Benugo at the Science Museum, South Kensington are looking for a talented Cake maker / Bakery Chef to join the team. Baker / cake maker role overview: Baking cakes such as Victoria sponge, carrot cake, brownie, cup cakes according to recipes, also prepping for our amazing afternoon tea offer. Ensuring the food safety and health& safety procedures are followed at all times. Control the stock, orders and production levels. We offer daytime shifts only, the shifts will be mostly 7am – 3.30pm. What we offer: Competitive pay Fantastic training system Free lunch on shift Endless tea & coffee on shift 50% off food & soft drink in all our locations ... plus free coffee on days off too. Employee discounts at several retailers & fitness providers We actively promote Diversity, Equality & Inclusion in our business using our internal communications platform Access to Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders About Us: Benugo brand stretches from our own high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction. If you are an enthusiastic Cake maker looking to join a friendly team, apply now. Great opportunities are ahead. We will contact suitable candidates to invite for interviews. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: £14.00-£14.75 per hour Benefits: Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Referral programme Store discount Wellness programme Experience: Baking: 2 years (preferred)

We are seeking a proactive Sales Associate to engage with our network of wholesalers, distributors, and retail partners. In this role, you will be responsible for: • Visiting assigned locations to strengthen relationships and drive sales., • Conducting engaging product demonstrations and promotions in retail stores., • Actively promoting and assisting with product installations to enhance customer experience. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure your success. Multiple roles are available across London, Birmingham, and Manchester.

Location: London / Birmingham, UK Company: Giraf Logistics (UK) Ltd About Us Giraf Logistics (UK) Ltd is the UK subsidiary of Longsail International Logistics Co., Ltd., a well-established international logistics group with extensive experience in global freight forwarding and supply chain solutions. With the strong support of our parent company and the continued expansion of our UK business, we are building a fast-growing local team to provide efficient, reliable, and customer-focused logistics services. We are now looking for a bilingual Chinese-English logistics professional with relevant international logistics experience to join us and support our rapid development. Key Responsibilities • Handle daily import and export shipments across multiple transport modes, including sea freight, air freight, and road freight, • Manage shipments from quotation stage through to final invoicing, • Coordinate closely with customers, overseas agents, carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations, • Prepare and follow up on bookings, shipping documents, customs-related information, and job files, • Support the sales team by assisting with quotations, service solutions, and customer communication, • Ensure a high standard of accuracy, customer service, and operational efficiency, • Take on additional operational or administrative tasks as required to support a fast-developing business environment Requirements • Previous experience in international logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, or supply chain operations is strongly preferred, • Familiarity with import/export processes and container freight forwarding would be a strong advantage, • Fluent in both Chinese and English (written and spoken) is essential, as this role requires communication with both Chinese-speaking and English-speaking clients, agents, and colleagues, • Strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, growing team, • Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills, • Detail-oriented, organised, and service-minded, • Able to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team, • Mandarin-English bilingual ability is preferred; Cantonese is also a plus What We Offer • Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and qualifications, • Performance-related bonus opportunities, • Festival gifts and team-building activities, • Supportive and friendly working environment, • Excellent opportunity to grow with a rapidly developing international logistics team