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Bartender – Piano Works The Piano Works are looking for a part time fun loving, passionate and guest focused Cocktail bartenders to join our team and family. We have two fantastic live music venues in London, one located just off Covent Garden and the other Farringdon which are both part restaurant, part bar, part concert and full-on party. The Piano Works are non-stop, late night, live music venues where nightly 8 skilled musicians interact with the audience and play their song requests. Non-stop live music features from 11:30: to 16:00 for our raucous weekly Saturday brunches and from 1700 – 0100, five nights a week supported by a state of- the-art sound & lighting systems and DJ’s from 1am till late. If you are passionate about hospitality, music, cocktails and fun and have ideally a years’ experience as a cocktail bartender in a high-volume cocktail bar, experiential venue, competitive socialising, high end events and party environments, then we want to hear from you. What's in it for you? Your dedication to the customer experience will be rewarded with a generous service charge. An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues. Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support. The opportunity to join our world-class bartender training program and become a Cocktail Jedi. Third-party training sessions that come with globally accepted certificates. Incredible career progression opportunities. We're invested in your success during your time with us! And don't forget our annual Nightfest staff party, where over we all come together to celebrate. It's an event you won't want to miss! What We Need: Our bar team consists of cocktail-making experts who not only craft our unique concoctions but do so with lightning-fast speed and precision. As a Cocktail Bartender, you'll be intuitive, socially interactive, and obsessed with the smallest details. You'll enjoy engaging with our guests and take immense pride in delivering exceptional and memorable experiences every single time. Even if you’re new to the cocktail game, don’t worry, we have the best trainers in the industry to teach you everything you need to know about cocktails. This is a PART TIME vacancy with a prospective of becoming a Full Time and a wage starting at £13.50 per hour! Responsibilities: Prepare and serve a diverse range of cocktails, mocktails, and other beverages to our guests, following recipes and presentation guidelines. Engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner, providing excellent service and recommendations based on their preferences. Maintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring all utensils, glassware, and ingredients are well-stocked and readily available. Ensure that all cocktails are prepared with consistency, quality, and attention to detail. Adhere to all safety and hygiene regulations, including responsible alcohol service guidelines. Collaborate with the barback and other team members to maintain a smooth and efficient operation. Upsell and promote featured cocktails, specials, and events to enhance the guest experience and increase revenue. Skills and Experience: Resilient and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment. Honest, hardworking and a team player. Confident, self-motivated, and driven professional. A multi-tasker who is fast and charismatic. Have experience with Cocktail bartending and free pouring is desired, but not essential. Not afraid to start a party! If you enjoy mixing up delicious cocktails and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you. We look forward to having you join our team at Piano Works

Job Title: Bookkeeper/ Office Manager for Restaurant Business Location: Kings Cross, London Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Holidays: 25 days of paid leave per year Job Overview: We are seeking a bookkeeper/ office manager to help manage the financial records and reporting for our three restaurant locations, all within proximity. This crucial role supports the financial health and operational efficiency of each restaurant, requiring strong accounting expertise and the ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously. Key Responsibilities: Bookkeeping: • Maintain accurate financial records for all three restaurants, including daily sales, expenses, and payroll. • Manage accounts payable and receivable, processing invoices, vendor payments, and monitoring cash flow. • Regularly reconcile bank accounts and credit card transactions for each location. • Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports, such as profit and loss statements and balance sheets. • Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including sales tax and payroll tax filings. • Oversee staff rota management and payroll, ensuring accurate wage calculations and timely payments. • Track and report on inventory costs, food and beverage expenses, and other operational expenditures. • Collaborate with restaurant managers and team leaders to improve financial processes and cost control. • Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to secure the best pricing. • Respond promptly to email queries and manage communications in the inboxes. • Office Management: • Oversee and support all administrative functions, ensuring the smooth operation of the office. • Organize and schedule meetings, appointments, and office activities. • Coordinate maintenance, repair, and upgrade of office facilities. • Provide administrative support to senior management and other departments as required. • Serve as the point of contact for employees on office matters, including facilities, equipment, and other resources. • Assist with onboarding of new employees, including organizing workspace, supplies, and IT setup. • Assist with any additional tasks or requests as assigned by your line manager. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a bookkeeper, ideally within the restaurant or hospitality sector. • Experience with Xero Accounting Software: • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance. • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Excel. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage the finances of multiple locations. • High attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities. • Familiarity with payroll processes, sales tax, and general restaurant operations is an advantage. Benefits: • Competitive salary • 25 days of paid holiday annually • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment How to Apply: If you’re interested in joining our team, please send us your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Based at: Chancery Lane. Reports to: Store Manager Job Purpose: Manager in the efficient and profitable operation of a Brew Garden Store. To ensure the company standards are met at all times. Responsible for the Health and Safety of their employees. Working with the management to maximise P&L. Key responsibilities: General: - Carry out your duties faithfully, competently and diligently; and to the best of your abilities and subject to all policies, rules and regulations issued for the guidance of employees by Brew Garden. - Obey all lawful instructions given by the Management of Brew Garden and use your best endeavours to promote the interests of Brew Garden. - Familiarise yourself with the company’s fire, health and safety; and Food Hygiene procedures, in accordance with UK Regulations. - Act as a “bridge” between management and team members to facilitate division operation (e.g. keep management team appraise of staff activities, issues, challenges, etc) - Collaborate with management to develop and carry out ideas and procedures to continuously improve department performance - Address guests concerns, requests or issues either individually or by enlisting the help of management team. Banking/ Finance/ Payroll: - Assist management team in cash handling and banking activities within the store in accordance with Brew Garden procedures. - Follow Brew Garden cash handling procedures. - Report any float or petty cash shortage immediately to HO. - Ensure the sales and figures are entered on a daily basis on the wages spread sheet. - Never give cash advances. - Ensure the store is always ready for cash collections, on pre-designated days. - All cash banking must be kept in the locked safe. The safe must never be left open when unattended. - Report any Payroll issue to the Operations Manager and Monika Franchi. Operations/ Administration/ Training: - Responsibilities for profitability and performance of the store. - Organise staff throughout the store in order to deliver efficient customer service and a profitable operation. Maximise the performance and competences of your team. - Strive to achieve Brew Garden Budget and Forecasts. - Constantly strive for a quality of operation of the Brew Garden store. - Ensure store is displayed and maintained in accordance with current Brew Garden Guidelines. - Responsibilities for HR compliance with Brew Garden Policy and UK Regulations in-store. - Fulfil all administrative tasks and duties in the most effective and professional manner in accordance with Brew Garden Guidelines. Ensure: - Ensure each new employee fills his/her contract, “starter pack” and P46 by the end of the first week of employment; - P45/P46 are submitted to HO by the end of the first week of employment; - Each new employee provides correct and valid ID and relevant paperwork to prove eligibility in the UK by the end of the first week of employment; - Each employee receives a “post probationary review” at the end of their first 3 months of employment; - Any lateness, outstanding or fall in performance and other individual staff outcomes are recorded and reported; - Ensure employees’ holidays are registered on Holiday spread sheet and processed accurately and sending an update to Monika Franchi . Ensure all staff holidays are taken in the current financial year; - Every termination of employment is accompanied by the payment of any accrued holiday. - Health and Safety: - Responsibilities for the Health and Safety of employees in store in accordance with UK Legislation and Brew Garden Health and Safety Policy. - Ensure the store always achieves the highest standards in Food Hygiene and Health and Safety. Take all necessary hygiene, safety and security measures needed to create and maintain the safest environment possible for employees and customers. - Monitor the status of your fire alarm, fire extinguishers on a weekly basis and emergency lightings, as per company policy. - Ensure all team members are aware of the location of their Fire Assembly Point. - Ensure fire exits and escape routes are always free of any damage or obstruction. - Report any accident or incident within the premises in the Accident Book and Area Manager. - Ensure risk assessments are reviewed every year and completed for each employee. - Make sure the first aid kit is clearly indicated to staff and available at any time. People Management - Manage the development of all employees. - -Identify training needs and development of team. - -Use leadership to motivate staff and bring them to a high level of performance. - Hold monthly meetings with employees with records kept of any meeting. - Develop good communication between employees to help maintain team spirit. - Create a positive working environment. Always be available should an employee wish to arrange a meeting with the Management, or should the employee need any support. Personnel and other departments: -Weekly meeting with Management team. - Attend all meetings and training sessions as required by your line manager and relay information to management and employees. - Supply data as required by all departments – with reasonable request and notice period. - Develop good communication between employees to help maintain team spirit. - Report any other issues to Operations Manager. - Ensure any and all ‘direct’ employees comply with Brew Garden handbook and contract guidelines.

Production Sous Chef / £40,000 /Italian / 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Term: Full-time W/H: 45 Holidays: 28 Days off: 2 Sous Chef of Production at Padella Are you passionate about food beyond your professional life? Do you love European cuisine, winemaking, and dining culture? Do you care deeply about where your produce comes from and its impact on the planet? If so, Padella wants you! The Padella Story: Founded by Jordan and Tim, Padella serves the best hand-rolled pasta with authentic, slow-cooked Italian sauces. Known for our fresh pasta made daily, Padella offers a fun, informal, and buzzing dining experience. You'll be trained and nurtured by our experienced team, with plenty of opportunities for growth. Best of the Rest: Balanced Work-Life: We prioritise a healthy work-life balance with a strict 45-hour workweek. Referral Bonus: Earn £500 for referring a friend who passes probation. Early Wage Access: Access up to 50% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream. Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy a 50% discount on food and drinks at Padella and a 60% discount at Trullo. Party Time: Join us for fabulous summer and Christmas staff parties. Professional Development: Gain wine qualifications up to WSET level. Exciting Trips: Travel with us to Italy and around the UK to meet our suppliers. Delicious Daily Meals: Start your day with an epic breakfast prepared by our ninja chefs. Training & Growth: Dive into Padella's rich training program to expand your culinary prowess and elevate your career. Fancy a New Bike? Join our cycle to work scheme, and we'll help you finance it. Chef requirements About you: Food Preparation & Production: You will be responsible for preparing and creating various products, including pasta dough, shaping and rolling, pasta filling, pastry, tarts and desserts, frangipane, batch food/sauces, and cocktails. Product Knowledge and The Creative Environment: Maintain and drive the highest team member product knowledge standards. Ensure chefs follow recipes 100% of the time for consistency. Training & Development: Create a culture of nurturing, monitoring, and celebrating success. Support the Head of Production in overseeing performance and progression processes, maintaining development paths for all team members, keeping them engaged and conducting regular appraisals. Recruitment: Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of all new team members in the Production Kitchen. I follow their progress and report to the Head of Production. Meetings & Training: Attend training sessions and staff meetings when necessary. Leadership: Lead and motivate the team positively, creating a culture that encourages high standards of professional behaviour. Acting Leadership: Take charge of the Production Kitchen when the Head of Production is away, ensuring consistency and maintaining high standards. Health and Safety: Ensure adherence to Food Safety and Health & Safety legislation. Monitor and act on feedback from In-House H&S Audits. Be fully aware of fire procedures and ensure the team is trained and aware of their responsibilities. Update and amend risk assessments for all kitchen equipment and train team members. Manage production equipment maintenance in line with the allocated budget.

General Manager at Machiya 48 Hour Salary, No Early Starts, Great Work/Life Balance Open for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner seven days a week, the kitchen serves traditional Japanese dishes such as tonkatsu, Japanese curry and teriyaki alongside homemade miso soup, pickles and premium steamed rice. We are looking for fun and hard working people to manage a quick service restaurant ensuring our guests receive a great experience and that the team are well looked after. Benefits & Perks: - Starting pay up to £40,000 plus tips. - Paid overtime. - Private Healthcare scheme for you and your children. - Employee Assistance Program offering access to counselling services along with experts in law, personal finance, and family matters; a 24/7 365 helpline and an online health & well-being online app. - CODE Hospitality Rewards: Discounts across thousands of restaurants and bars, gym memberships, hotels, meal kits, wine, produce, training, and many other rewards. - Cost price food and drinks to take home. - Free team meals whilst on shift. - 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays). - Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. - Optional pension scheme. - Successful applicants will be paid for their trial shift. Responsibilities: - Manage all aspects of the restaurant's operations, including staff supervision, inventory management, and customer service. - Train and develop staff members to provide exceptional customer service and maintain a positive dining experience. - Ensure the company’s Food Hygiene and Health and Safety procedures are strictly followed. - Monitor and maintain inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to ensure smooth operations. - Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback in a professional and timely manner. - Implement cost control measures to optimize profitability without compromising quality - Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. - Motivate and create a positive environment for your team and customers. - Take an interest in Japanese food & culture. Experience: - Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry is essential. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team. - Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices. - Proven track record in managing inventory, controlling costs, and maximizing profitability. - Culinary background or experience in kitchen operations is highly desirable. If you are a dynamic individual with a passion for hospitality and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We are currently looking to recruit and train Accounting and Finance Graduates looking for their role in accountancy, we are looking for a bright personable, ambitious individual to join a dynamic team of accountants. No experience is required as will offer you full study support and training to ensure you’re successful on your journey to becoming a chartered accountant in return for your hard work drive and dedication. with competitive great on target earnings, this role will give you the opportunity to learn from some of the best accountants, using modern software & automation, in one of the fastest growing and exciting industries. You will be given the skills required to become a complete accountant, being able to work towards running a finance function independently. Get direct practical training You will assist the senior accountant with the month-end process for a portfolio of clients, working towards producing output to a perfect standard. Post your training your tasks will include: Bookkeeping: using financial software's to efficiently deal with company transactions. Self- Assessments Company Registrations CIS Schemes Using Microsoft Excel to manipulate various data sources, to ensure they are recorded accurately. Using integrated third-party software to set up payments for review. Assisting with monthly reporting and performing monthly checks on the financial data, including analytical reviews. Preparation of VAT returns. Liaising with HMRC and other third parties for general queries. Responding to client queries and assisting with ad hoc requests. The successful Junior Accountant /Trainee will have /be extremely hungry to learn – the road to becoming chartered is long but rewarding. Extremely receptive to feedback. Have a huge amount of pride in the work you produce. A strong emphasis on customer service. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work with autonomy, with a curious mind to look for answers. Process driven and has a desire to challenge and improve existing processes. Ambition to become a chartered accountant. Junior Accountant /Trainee – Benefits include opportunities for remote working with full IT and office support given, discretionary company bonus, full ACA or ACCA training package including study leave. CPD points, full or part time opportunities.