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Join our team for an unforgettable summer in Liverpool! The Producers of Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet are excited to announce they are looking to fill the following role in Liverpool this summer - ·Assistant General Manager From the 14th July to the 15th August 2025 If this has piqued your interest and you’re passionate about art, enjoy engaging with people and have hospitality experience, we would love to have you on our team! Do You: - · Have a passion for arts & entertainment - · Enjoy engaging with people - · Have experience in hospitality - · Have Leadership experience Role Purpose: - To implement the day-to-day co-ordination and supervision of event staff at Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet at the Liverpool Exhibition Centre. Working with the Operations & General Manager, to ensure a consistent, high standard of excellent customer service delivery and team co-ordination. Duties - Ensure operating procedures and processes are followed for all areas of the exhibition including Health & Safety. - Lead/supervise front line event staff to agreed standards - Staying vigilant & dentifying any Health and Safety issues within the venue and ensuring risks are mitigated. - Have good understanding of and provide visitors with comprehensive information about, the Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet exhibition. - Understanding of the various demographics of visitors and be aware of their needs, particularly those of children, families and those with access needs and get ahead of any potential queries. - Reconciling the sale of merchandise including full stock takes on a weekly basis. - Understanding of all ticket types and ensure guests are welcomed appropriately. - Knowledge of all special sessions i.e. Pilates, Yoga, Paint & Sip, Breath Work. - Troubleshoot devices used to scan entrance tickets as required and report any failed scans or other issues if unresolved to Operations Manager - Monitor staff breaks, punctuality and conduct and escalate to Operations Manager as needed. - Motivating and coaching staff to always provide the best possible customer experience - Deal with any customer objections effectively and in line with exhibition policies. - Ensure upselling targets are achieved - Ensure policies relating to PCI DSS and GDPR compliance as strictly adhered to - Guest feedback to Operations manager to improve guest experience. - To attend meetings as required and effectively communicate information to all relevant personnel. - Promote and comply with legislation on equal opportunities and health and safety both in the delivery of services and the treatment of others. - Identify and undertake training & development, deliver training & development as required to meet personal and business needs. - Undertake any other reasonable duties, commensurate with the level of the post to ensure the smooth running of Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet. Skills Essential: - Ability to work effectively within a management team. - Lead & support with a positive resolution-based mindset using your initiative. Towards visitors, customers and team members. - Strong Interpersonal skills & personable. - Ability to recognise strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats within the team and environment to ensure safe & effective positive team dynamics and customer experience. - Ability to provide consistently high levels of customer service under pressure. - Ability to provide consistently strong leadership under pressure. - Problem solving skills. - A continuing interest and knowledge in the visual arts. - Awareness & understanding of Health & Safety procedures & legislation. - Understanding of GDPR and PCI DSS - Front facing customer service management & supervision experience - Experience of leading and motivating a team within a customer facing setting. - Enjoy meeting and interacting with people. - A genuine commitment to the best standards of customer care and guest experience. - A genuine commitment in encouraging the best out of team members. - A flexible and adaptable approach to fulfilling the duties of the post to ensure the smooth running of the exhibition Desirable - Live experience/event team Management. - Familiarity with the Exhibition Centre Liverpool - Familiar with event ticket sales and events team management. - First Aid Training. - Degree in Hospitality or equivalent experience - Previous experience in event management roles for large scale events / hospitality - Experience of venue access control / ticket scanning systems - Experience of using a computerized ticket sales system - Experience of working in a retail setting How To Apply - Specify the role you are applying for. - Attach a CV and cover letter detailing why you’re excited to work with us at the exhibition. - Highlight all your relevant experience using the job description. If you are passionate about hospitality, excited about arts and have a genuine commitment in encouraging the best out of team members, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Due to the anticipated high number of applicants, we may close the vacancy earlier than advertised. To avoid dissapointment, we advise candidates to get their applications in to us early. For a copy of the Job Specification and any questions, please contact us. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract Contract length: 5 weeks Pay: £19.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week Work Location: In person Application deadline: 14/06/2025 Expected start date: 14/07/2025

Kitchen Manager | £37,500 per year | Sunday - Thursday We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a five store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally committed to finding and nurturing our staff, so we are on the hunt for an exceptional manager to join our team. We’re looking for people committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role | Kitchen Manager 45 hours per week | Sunday to Thursday We’re looking for someone passionate, energetic & extremely organised to manage our dark kitchen in Acton To manage our team of Kitchen Hands To implement & improve kitchen processes To monitor & implement hygiene best practices in and out of service in order to maintain our 5* hygiene rating To manage ordering, stock management & solve stock issues To report to General Manager, and Operations Director Expectations | Organisation, Efficiency, Communication, Energy Strong proficiency in efficient, quality food prep Ability to manage a small team through service hours Leadership and communication skills Positive energy and dedication to the team, the business & the role A growth-mindset, as a key job role within a company that's growing FAST, and creating new, exciting opportunities for our best team players Experience Requirements | 1-3 Years Experience cooking in a busy professional kitchen/casual dining restaurant Management and team leadership experience Hygiene qualifications Experience in a dark kitchen is preferable but not necessary Compensation | £32,500 per annum 30 days holiday package (Including bank holidays) Performance based bonus Cycle to work scheme £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme Enhanced parental leave package Enhanced sick day package Free lunch/dinner from The Salad Project while on shift Team social events Opportunities for career progression as the business grows

Now looking for a superstar Head Waiter to be that service leader across both our venues in Spitalfields & Southbank! We are a fun-loving pétanque bar based in the heart of London. Opened in the Summer of 2023, we are always on the lookout for service superstars to help us give our guests the very best experience! We believe that service is always the main focus. As a Head waiter, your main tasks are to deliver overwhelming service to our guests whilst ensuring high service standards are achieved across all team members, and have fun while doing it! We offer an exciting and supportive workplace in which you are given the training, structure and tools needed to do this. We love variety and you may have gained your experience from many different places. Mainly, we look for a few key characteristics that we think are important. You should be: - 5+ years experience as a team leader - Ambitious and love to learn new things - Full of energy and passion for people - Organised, self-driven and structured - Have an open and honest approach Together we work every day to develop and offer our guests a unique experience - which not only includes delicious drinks and Street Food, but also a social sport that we love to introduce to new people - pétanque! Where? Boulebar South Bank & Spitalfields What? Full-time When? When can you start?! ABOUT US Boulebar is a global group, with 13 venues across Sweden, Denmark and the UK. We love all things pétanque, and some would probably call us nerds, but we’re all about ‘love for people’. Not only for our guests that visit us, but also between all of us in the company. Boulebar is based on joy, curiosity and adventure. Or as we ourselves say: freedom, community and a glass of pastis. If you recognise yourself in the description, apply today. We look forward to hearing more from you!

General Manager: £42,500 per year We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a six store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally committed to finding and nurturing our staff, so we are on the hunt for an exceptional general manager to join our team. We’re looking for someone committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role | General Manager Monday to Friday | 45 hours per week Oversee and look after our location in Tottenham Court Road location Work hand in hand with the Co-founders and Operations Manager Maintain budgets, costs and quality control Help to manage our team morale and happiness at work while guiding their career development Implement & improve service processes while constantly looking out for ways to improve the way we operate Monitor & implement hygiene best practices in and out of service in order to maintain our 5* hygiene rating Stock count, rota and supplier management as well as reporting catering and deliveroo data Ensure and enforce the hygiene rules and maintenance of your stores Onboard and train new team members and ensure company rules are being followed And most importantly, to ensure The Salad Project continues to offer great customer service, great operational service and great tasting, healthy food Expectations | Efficiency, Communication, Energy Strong proficiency in leading your team and providing guidance and support when needed. Ability to lead, organise and maintain your stores Possess strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions Communication skills and strategic thinking Positive energy and dedication to the team Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment Experience Requirements | 2-3 Years Ideally, you will have 2-3 years’ experience managing and operating within the hospitality industry Ability to commit full time A desire to make a career in hospitality. Let’s grow together! Compensation | £42,500 per year 30 days holiday package (Including bank holidays) Performance based bonus Cycle to work scheme £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme Enhanced parental leave package Enhanced sick day package Free lunch/dinner from The Salad Project while on shift Team social events Opportunities for career progression as the business grows

Fast Food Events Team Member. Up to £13p/hour Based in: Events and festivals across the UK OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE: free meal a day, -40% off the bill when not on shift, always promoting our team from within, reco scheme (£50 p/referee), 28 days of holidays, a new bonus scheme for the management implemented this year up to £2,400 p/year, staff parties and, the opportunity to do shifts at the biggest festivals and events in London and other cities within the UK: Glastonbury, British Summer Time, Boardmasters and many more! ABOUT YOU We are looking for passionate individuals in customer service and cooking. Previous experience dealing with customers and preparing dishes is ideal. However, we are open to training the right person for the role. ABOUT THE ROLE - You will be serving customers with the best attitude. Focus on providing a good experience and up-selling our menu - Receiving cash and card payments - -You will be working under pressure and working standing during the shift - You will be cooking using fryers and hot griddles. - Chopping vegetables and doing food prep - Handling different types of dishes, including meat and pork - Deep cleaning at the site

Front of House Supervisor £14 per hour | Monday - Friday | Rotating between morning and evening shifts We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a six store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally committed to finding and nurturing our staff, so we are on the hunt for a front of house Supervisor, hungry for an exciting new experience. We’re looking for people committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role | FOH Supervisor 45 hours per week To work under our store managers To lead one service a day To assist in efficient food preparation To help manage our team members To implement & improve service processes To monitor & implement hygiene best practices To help maintain our 5* hygiene rating Expectations | Efficiency, Communication, Energy Ability to steady the ship and prevent issues before they happen Leadership and communication skills Positive energy and dedication to the team Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment Ensure service levels are maintained to the standards we expect Strong organisational skills Respectful and conscious when it comes to punctuality and scheduling Experience Requirements | 1 Year Ideally, you will have 1 years’ experience managing a team in a fast-paced environment within the hospitality industry Compensation | £14 per hour 30 days holiday package (including bank holidays) Performance based bonus £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme Free lunch/dinner from The Salad Project while on shift Team social events Opportunities for career progression as the business grows

Us: At Dome we are proud to be pushing out some of the best street food i n London and the UK. We are; Truffle Burger, Franks, Papa Tacos, Meltsmiths, Bar under The Bridge, and much more. We also host some internationally loved brands at different events. We are at the biggest food and music festivals around London and the UK and at the Southbank throughout the Summer. Our menus are small, simple and super indulgent. We use 100% fresh ingredients and work with some great food and drinks suppliers. You: You’re charismatic, kind and want to have a seriously busy and fun Summer full of new experiences You have experience in quick-service or food retail, restaurants, food markets and festivals You get stuck in and are willing to help anyone on your team Our queues get seriously long- you can stay cool when things get going You love good food, good music and Summery festival vibes You want to give customers the best and keep standards high in a casual environment Looking for full-time or flexible hours The season will run from mid-April to mid-September, with full-time and part-time availability. Availability to work Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday’s fairly consistently throughout the Summer is a must! We will keep going through the Autumn and Winter Seasons, with plenty of permanent availability for those who smash the Summer! More good stuff! Access to incredible festivals and events with opportunities to see some headliners whilst not on shift! Fun, friendly, casual and seriously experienced team Rota’s given way in advance for you to plan your time off throughout the season’s Really good quality and style uniform provided Generous paid breaks Free food and drink on shift We offer Wagestream - save with interest, and never get caught short Award Winning Employee Assistance Program to support your health and wellbeing Bonus scheme for all team members - whatever your level Dome is a London-based food collective dedicated to innovation, pushing boundaries and making big feel small by bringing independent to the City.

Store Manager | £37,500 per year | Sunday - Thursday We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a six store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally committed to finding and nurturing our staff, so we are on the hunt for exceptional managers to join our team. We’re looking for people committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role | Store Manager 45 hours per week | Sunday - Thursday To lead a team of 30-40 members of staff in total To delegate tasks to your supervisors to ensure standards are maintained during all opening hours To help manage our team members' morale and happiness at work while guiding their career development To implement & improve service processes while constantly looking out for ways to improve the way we operate To monitor & implement hygiene best practices in and out of service in order to maintain our 5* hygiene rating Ensure and enforce the use of current operating systems Assist in hiring and developing our staff to suit the needs of the store and the business To maintain control over the P&L of the restaurant To report any issues or wins to the management team To celebrate the staff wins To ensure proper maintenance of the store And most importantly, to ensure The Salad Project continues to offer great customer service, great operational service and great tasting, healthy food. Expectations | Efficiency, Communication, Energy Strong proficiency in organising a large team Ability to lead from the front while looking out for issues throughout the day Ability to steady the ship and prevent issues before they happen Communication skills, knowing when to use a firm hand or a softer approach Positive energy and dedication to the team Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment Experience Requirements | 2 Years Ideally, you will have 2 years’ experience managing a team in a fast-paced environment within the hospitality industry Ability to commit full time A desire to make a career in hospitality

Sous Chef – New Opening Location: Canal at Taxi House Hotel, Westbourne Park Salary: £40,000 per annum Schedule: Full-Time Opening: June 2025 From the team behind Crispin and Bistro Freddie comes Canal – a new waterside restaurant opening this summer at Taxi House Hotel, overlooking the Grand Union Canal. A space where thoughtful food meets natural wines, music, and community – complete with a sun-soaked terrace and a floating DJ barge setting the tone. We’re building a tight-knit, passionate kitchen team focused on seasonal cooking, quality produce, and genuine hospitality. This is a rare opportunity to shape a kitchen from the ground up and be part of something truly creative and community-driven. The Role As Sous Chef, you'll be a key part of our leadership team, working closely with the Head Chef to bring Canal’s food philosophy to life. You’ll take charge of day-to-day kitchen operations, mentor junior chefs, and help develop a menu rooted in seasonality, sustainability, and flavour. You will: Support the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen leadership Lead service and ensure consistency, pace, and quality across every dish Help design and develop seasonal menus and daily specials Be a hands-on leader, training and mentoring chefs at all levels Maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure the best produce is always on the pass Oversee stock control, GP targets, and kitchen organisation Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance Be a creative, dependable presence in the kitchen, contributing to the culture and vision of the site You bring: Solid experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a respected, quality-driven kitchen A passion for seasonal produce and well-executed, thoughtful food Calm, focused leadership with the ability to inspire and develop a team A collaborative mindset – you enjoy being part of a creative, supportive environment A strong grasp of kitchen operations, from prep systems to GP management A desire to grow with a forward-thinking restaurant group and help shape its next chapter What’s in it for you: £40,000 per year, paid monthly Full-time role with a fair and balanced rota A chance to be part of a high-profile new opening with creative freedom and support Work in a beautiful waterside setting with a unique daytime and evening dynamic Be part of a growing hospitality group with a proven track record and plans for future sites Team meals on every shift 50% off dining at all HAM Restaurant locations 20% off wine retail Real opportunities for progression, development, and involvement in menu creation Whether you’re a seasoned Sous looking for a new challenge or a talented Senior CDP or Junior Sous ready to step up, Canal offers a fresh canvas and a supportive, ambitious environment. Come and help us create something special on the banks of the Grand Union Canal.

🔥 BBQ Chef Wanted for Summer Vibes in Brixton 🌮 We’re Breddos Tacos – a small team creating big flavours. This summer, we’re heading up the food at a brand new open-air event space in the heart of Brixton, opening in late June. Think tacos, charcoal, music, sunshine, and good vibes. We’re on the hunt for a chef with at least 3 years of kitchen experience, someone who knows their way around a BBQ grill. You’ll be cooking over fire and charcoal, slinging London's best tacos and helping us create an al'carbon summer Mexican food vibe. You’ll need to: - Have 3+ years of experience working in busy kitchens - Be comfortable cooking over an open flame/charcoal - Work clean, fast, and with pride - Bring a positive vibe, a natural love for food, and respect for the team - Be available from the last week in June ** ** Why work with us? We try and create a family vibe at Breddos. We take care of our people, we have fun doing what we do, and we make food that gets people talking. You’ll be part of a tight-knit crew, cooking in the open air, in an exciting new event space this summer. Sounds like your kind of role? Drop us a message. Location: Brixton, London Start Date: Last week in June

WE ARE WISER Wiser is an award-winning Employer Branding agency on a mission to change the way people think about work. We transform a company’s employer brand internally and externally and change cultures from the ground up. With creative, strategic and early talent experts in-house, our clients have a single partnership with Wiser and we deliver end-to-end campaigns helping them to attract and retain the best talent globally. Our creatives innovate with design, web, film and marketing to capture what makes companies great. Our early talent recruitment teams introduce the right people to set these companies apart. We believe that people will do their best work and thrive in life when they're in an environment that enables it. And that's what we've created at Wiser - a culture where everyone can be real and back themselves, surrounded by high performers who love to take ownership and make moves, no matter what their background. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do for our clients and how we are building the world of Wiser. To find out more about Wiser and our culture. ROLE At Wiser, we understand that you have to walk the walk, not just talk the talk, and changing the way people think about work has to start at home. This is where the Wiser Experience Team comes in. The Wiser Experience Team rule the roost when it comes to keeping our HQ tip-top and you will be given tasks which cover all aspects of office management, from managing our cleaning team to maintaining our delish daily breakfasts, preparing snack platters for client meetings, refreshing meeting rooms, or hosting events at HQ. A bit about a role on the Wiser Experience Team: - Part-time, shift-based role working exclusively from our office. - Between 10-25 hours per week across Monday to Friday depending on our needs and your availability. - Opportunity to pick up additional hours when we need it and to support evening events or meetings. - You’ll report directly to our Happiness Lead. - If you’re working the early shift, the first part of your day will entail getting HQ set up for the day and prepping our delish daily breakfasts and weekly Juices. - If you’re on the afternoon shift your final duties of the day will be getting HQ reset and ready for the next day. - Internal and external events happen regularly at Wiser and we need a team that can be on hand to make sure they run smoothly and efficiently. - Whatever your hours or shifts, this role is all about being efficient, operationally focused, and effective in managing the tasks at hand. WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING - Our office is beautiful and we need someone to go through an everyday checklist from top to bottom. This could be anything from making sure the cables are in the right shape, doing post office runs or managing repairs. - Responding to requests from people across Wiser, whether they need help with catering a client meeting or organising client gifts, making sure our Wiser people receive quick replies from the happiness team is important. - Checking the kitchen is stocked and managing the food order setting. - Setting up our mega breakfast spread before everyone arrives to kick-start the day. - Coordinate fresh-pressed juices for the team and ensure they are delivered to the right hands during power-hour. - Deliver healthy snacks and food station treats, ranging from tropical fruits to ginger shots, to keep everyone fuelled throughout the day. - You’ll be the first face anyone sees when they come in, greeting clients, candidates and visitors, ensuring a consistently excellent and memorable experience for all. - Help ensure all internal and external events run smoothly, no matter the size or location. This could mean organising the food vendors to ensure every meal or snack is on point, managing guestlists and welcoming people through the doors, restocking drinks, and everything in between. - Our office events are pretty legendary, including everything from the Wiser awards and summer parties to off-site summits and roundtables and you’ll have the chance to support our Brand & Culture team with these. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR - Someone that’s London based and happy to work in the office for every shift. Your role depends on you being at HQ. - You’ve spent at least a year in a front-of-house, office support, retail or hospitality role and want to create great experiences and enjoy making things run smoothly. - You’re naturally organised, sharp on the details, and calm when juggling multiple tasks at once. - You bring warmth and energy to every interaction with our people and clients, people know they’re in good hands. - You’re the kind of person who notices when something’s off and fixes it before anyone else clocks it. - You’re able to adjust priorities, things change fast at Wiser so you’ll need to be flexible throughout the day to keep the wheels turning. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? - Be at the heart of, and continue to create and maintain our company culture where happiness, health and high performance are at the top of the agenda. - A flexible job in a busy buzzing creative agency in London - the chance to be surrounded by great people and work. - A collaborative, supportive team culture where your ideas are valued. - Opportunities to contribute to exciting projects and events. - Hourly rate based on a part-time schedule. THE ROAD TO WISER... - Apply: Send us your application! - Intro Call: Speak with our Talent team. - Visit HQ: Meet with the hiring manager. - Final Interview: Meet with our COO. At Wiser, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, be themselves, and do their best work. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply.

Now looking for amazing Waiters/Waitresses for our brand new venue, Boulebar Spitalfields! HOLDING INTERVIEWS ON MONDAY 7TH APRIL & THROUGHOUT THE WEEK. We are a fun-loving pétanque bar concept located in the heart of London. Beginning in the Summer of 2023, we are always on the lookout for service superstars to help us give our guests the very best experience! We believe that service is always the main focus. As a waiter, your main task is to deliver overwhelming service to our guests, and have fun while doing it. We offer an exciting and supportive workplace in which you are given the training, structure and tools needed to do this. We love variety and you may have gained your experience from many different places. Mainly, we look for a few key characteristics that we think are important. You should be: - Ambitious and love to learn new things - Full of energy and passion for people - Organised, self-driven and structured - Have an open and honest approach Together we work every day to develop and offer our guests a unique experience - which not only includes delicious drinks and Street Food, but also a social sport that we love to introduce to new people - pétanque! Where? Boulebar Spitalfields What? Full-time & Part-time When? April / May ABOUT US Boulebar is a global group, with 13 venues across Sweden, Denmark and the UK. Boulebar South Bank is our first UK venue, but we have just launched our second venue in Spitalfields! Now is a great time to join us and grow with us. We love all things pétanque, and some would probably call us nerds, but we’re all about ‘love for people’. Not only for our guests that visit us, but also between all of us in the company. Boulebar is based on joy, curiosity and adventure. Or as we ourselves say: freedom, community and a glass of pastis. If you recognise yourself in the description, apply today. We look forward to hearing more from you!