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  • Head Waiter / Waitress
    Head Waiter / Waitress
    19 hours ago
    £13.46–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Head Waiter / Service Trainer This very popular and iconic luxury café and all-day dining restaurant concept has been taking the market by storm since the early 90s. Located only in prime real estate locations across Westminster, we are now seeking a passionate, experienced, and service-driven Head Waiter to join our successful team and support the training and development of our front-of-house staff. The ideal candidate will have strong restaurant floor experience, excellent leadership skills, and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest service. As Head Waiter, you will lead by example, support the management team, and train waiters to deliver excellence in service, guest care, product knowledge, and restaurant standards. Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and support the waiting team during service, • Train new and existing staff in excellent table service and guest care, • Ensure all guests receive a warm welcome and professional service, • Maintain high standards of presentation, communication, and hospitality, • Supervise the restaurant floor and ensure smooth daily operations, • Support staff with order taking, food and drink service, and guest requests, • Coach team members on upselling, menu knowledge, allergens, and service steps, • Monitor service quality and provide feedback to improve performance, • Handle guest queries and complaints professionally and efficiently, • Ensure the restaurant is clean, organised, and ready for service at all times, • Work closely with managers, bartenders, kitchen staff, and other departments, • Support opening and closing procedures when required, • Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company standards Requirements • Proven experience as a Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, Supervisor, or similar role, • Strong knowledge of high-quality restaurant service, • Experience training or coaching front-of-house staff, • Positive attitude and excellent communication skills, • Ability to lead by example and remain calm under pressure, • Strong attention to detail and guest-focused approach, • Ability to keep the restaurant organised, clean, and under control, • Professional appearance and confident customer service skills, • Flexibility to work full-time, including weekends and busy periods, • Right to work in the United Kingdom is required Benefits • 50% staff discount in all our venues, even on your days off, for you and up to 3 family members, • 4 weeks paid annual holiday, • Learning and development opportunities, • Free meal during working hours, • Competitive pay depending on experience, • Tips, service charge, staff food, and other incentives included, • Around 45 hours per week, • No split shifts Pay Competitive salary depending on experience, from £13.46 to £15.00 per hour, including service charge, plus tips, staff food, and other incentives. Job Type: Full-time Application Questions • Do you have experience in a similar Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, or Supervisor position?, • Do you have experience training or supporting front-of-house staff?, • Can you work full-time? Work Authorisation United Kingdom work authorisation is required. Work Location In person

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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    3 days ago
    £38000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    **Kitchen Manager - Delivery Kitchen London, South Acton** What you'll get: • Salary up to £38,000 per year based on a 45-hour contract., • Quarterly Bonus Scheme up to 20% (KPI's TBC), • Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift., • 28 days holiday., • A pension scheme to set you up for the future., • Medicash – Health cash plan including dental, optical, physiotherapy and more., • 24/7 virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters., • Cashback, online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday savings., • Gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks., • Annual social events, incentives and competitions., • 50% staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurant., • Up to £500 employee referral scheme (T&Cs apply)., • Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy across the UK. About Us At Franco Manca, we're not just making sourdough pizza, we're creating a movement. Our passion for simple, authentic and delicious food is at the heart of everything we do. From our hand-stretched sourdough bases to the finest seasonal ingredients, every pizza tells a story of quality, care and tradition. With nearly twenty years of pizza-making under our belt, we've built a loyal following of pizza lovers across the UK. But we're more than just pizza. We're about people, community and creating a welcoming space where everyone feels at home. As we exploring new ways to serve delicious pizza, we're launching an exciting new Delivery Kitchen operation and are looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to help lead the way. What You'll Do • As Kitchen Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our Delivery Kitchen operation, leading a small team to deliver exceptional food quality and operational performance., • You'll take charge of the kitchen, ensuring every pizza is prepared to our high standards while maintaining speed, consistency and accuracy across every order., • Inspire, coach and develop a small team, creating a positive and supportive culture where people can thrive., • Manage kitchen operations, including food preparation, stock control, ordering, labour management, hygiene and health & safety., • Be hands-on, whether you're making pizzas, supporting your team during busy periods or finding ways to improve efficiency and performance., • Take ownership of day-to-day challenges and proactively solve problems to keep the operation running smoothly., • Ensure the kitchen is organised, effective and prepared to meet the demands of a fast-paced delivery environment., • Work closely with the Operations team to continually improve processes, standards and performance. What You'll Bring • We're looking for a Kitchen Manager who knows their way around a kitchen and has a genuine passion for great pizza and food quality., • You'll have previous experience leading a kitchen team in a Delivery Kitchen, delivery-focused kitchen or high-volume takeaway environment., • Strong pizza-making experience is essential., • You'll be comfortable leading and developing a small team of chefs., • Be highly organised, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently at all times., • Have a proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to identify challenges and take ownership of resolving them., • Lead by example, creating a positive, supportive atmosphere within the team., • Have excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining Franco Manca's quality standards., • Possess strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and health & safety compliance. Ready to Join Us? If you have the skills, pizza expertise and leadership experience to build and lead a successful Delivery Kitchen operation, then click apply and join the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza. 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.

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  • Telesales Operative
    Telesales Operative
    2 days ago
    £12.71–£14.71 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    About the Role Caffè Concerto is looking for a confident, commercially minded and customer-focused Cake Studio Telesales Executive. This is not simply a call-answering role. You will be responsible for turning customer enquiries into sales, understanding cake requirements, advising customers on the right product and price, and working closely with our chefs and cake production team to make sure orders are clear, achievable and profitable. Our range includes standard cakes, customised cakes, novelty cakes, bespoke cakes and wedding cakes. You will need to understand the difference between these requests, recognise when a cake requires additional chef input and communicate the customer's requirements accurately. Key Responsibilities Cake Sales * Handle telephone and online cake enquiries professionally. * Understand the customer's occasion, requirements, portions, design, deadline and budget. * Recommend the most suitable cake and explain pricing confidently. * Understand cake complexity and work with the chef when a quotation requires additional input. * Convert enquiries into confirmed sales. * Follow up quotations and enquiries to maximise conversion. * Upsell and cross-sell suitable products such as candles, slices, decorations, celebration products and canapés. * Identify opportunities for repeat sales around birthdays, anniversaries and other occasions. Customer Service & Complaints * Handle customer complaints calmly, professionally and patiently. * Deal confidently with frustrated or aggressive customers without becoming confrontational. * Investigate problems before offering solutions. * Take ownership of customer issues and escalate appropriately when required. * When a cake or order mistake occurs, focus on finding a solution and turning a negative experience into an opportunity to recover the customer's trust and retain their business. * Record recurring complaints and customer feedback to help improve the operation. * Maintain professional boundaries when dealing with abusive behaviour. Teamwork Strong relationships with the cake studio team are essential. * Build and maintain a good working relationship with chefs, cake designers and production staff. * Communicate customer requirements clearly and accurately. * Respect the chef's technical knowledge while representing the customer's needs. * Work collaboratively when solving difficult or last-minute customer requests. * Avoid creating unnecessary conflict between customers, sales and production. * Understand that successful cake sales depend on good cooperation between the sales and kitchen teams. Additional Sales & Reservations The role may also include: * Taking table reservations for Caffè Concerto shops. * Handling general customer enquiries. * Selling additional restaurant and celebration products. * Identifying opportunities to increase the value of each customer interaction. Administration & Reporting * Maintain accurate customer, quotation and order records. * Track enquiries, sales, follow-ups and lost opportunities. * Prepare basic sales reports. * Monitor conversion rates and average order value. * Provide management with useful customer feedback and sales information. What We Are Looking For * Experience in telesales, telephone sales, hospitality sales, reservations or a similar customer-facing role. * Excellent communication and listening skills. * Strong sales, upselling and negotiation ability. * Confidence discussing prices and customer budgets. * Good numerical skills and an understanding of portions and pricing. * Excellent attention to detail. * Patient and calm under pressure. * Confident handling complaints and difficult customers. * Commercially aware and focused on both sales and profitability. * Able to build strong relationships with chefs and operational teams. * Organised and able to manage multiple enquiries simultaneously. * Comfortable using email, spreadsheets and sales/order systems. Cake, bakery, patisserie, hospitality, wedding/event or bespoke product sales experience is an advantage. The Right Person We need someone who can take a customer from: “I need a cake” → understand what they actually want → recommend the right solution → establish the budget → price it correctly → close the sale → communicate it clearly to the chef → follow up → create the next sales opportunity. The successful candidate should be a salesperson, problem-solver and relationship builder, not simply someone who answers the telephone. You will be measured on sales conversion, average order value, upselling, follow-up, customer service, order accuracy and teamwork.

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  • Part-Time Business Operations & Marketing Assistant
    Part-Time Business Operations & Marketing Assistant
    9 days ago
    £800–£1200 monthly
    Part-time
    London

    Part-Time Business Operations & Marketing Assistant Hybrid – Ealing, London | Approximately 2 days per week Berenice London is a growing luxury bespoke wig company based in Ealing, London. We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and tech-confident Business Operations & Marketing Assistant to work closely with our founder and help keep the day-to-day organisation of the business running smoothly. This is a varied role within a small, growing business. It would suit someone who loves organisation, systems, customer communication and taking responsibility for making sure things actually get done. You will work directly with the founder and coordinate with our existing team, including our social media/content team and external digital marketing partners. What you'll be helping with Customer communication & administration • Monitoring and organising customer emails, • Responding to routine customer enquiries in a warm and professional way, • Making sure new enquiries and leads are followed up, • Flagging important enquiries that require the founder's personal attention, • Keeping customer information accurate and up to date in Zoho, • Helping manage customer communications throughout their journey with us, • Sending and coordinating appropriate client updates, • Helping with invoices and monitoring customer payments CRM & automations • Taking day-to-day ownership of our GoHighLevel CRM, • Manually maintaining customer tags and ensuring customers enter the correct follow-up journeys, • Monitoring existing automations and identifying anything that needs improving, • Helping review, rewrite and organise automated customer emails, • Coordinating technical GoHighLevel changes with our external digital team, • Checking that leads and customers are not falling through gaps Calendly & appointments • Taking ownership of our Calendly system, • Managing availability, appointment types and booking journeys, • Helping with cancellations and rescheduling, • Making sure automated appointment communications are accurate and working properly Business & client operations • Helping maintain an organised overview of active customer orders, • Keeping track of important stages, deadlines and customer updates, • Helping make sure information moves correctly between consultations, customer records and production, • Helping coordinate routine communication with suppliers and external team members, • Keeping track of outstanding jobs and making sure they are followed through, • Helping develop simple systems and processes as the business grows Marketing coordination • Working alongside our existing social media/content team member, • Helping plan marketing priorities and newsletter ideas, • Keeping newsletters and marketing activities moving on schedule, • Making sure the founder records planned Instagram/video content, • Coordinating with our external advertising, CRM and SEO partners, • Helping monitor leads, bookings and sales conversions, • Producing a simple overview of marketing performance so we understand what is generating enquiries and customers, • Helping identify improvements needed across our website and customer journey The person we're looking for You do not need to be a senior manager or have years of management experience. We are looking for someone who is: • Extremely organised, • Proactive and good at noticing what needs doing, • Comfortable taking ownership of tasks and following them through, • Tech-confident and comfortable learning new systems, • Excellent at written English, • Warm and professional when communicating with customers, • Able to work independently, • Comfortable coordinating with different team members and suppliers, • Good at keeping track of lots of small moving pieces, • Happy working closely with a founder in a small business, • Confident reminding and chasing the founder when something is needed!, • Interested in improving systems rather than simply completing individual tasks Experience with CRM systems, email marketing, GoHighLevel, Zoho or Calendly would be an advantage, but experience with every platform is not required. Being organised, intelligent, proactive and willing to learn is more important to us. The role Part-time – approximately 2 days per week We envisage this being a hybrid role, with approximately one day per week working with us in Ealing and the remaining time working remotely. There may be an opportunity for the responsibilities and hours to grow over time. This is an opportunity to become an important part of a small business and gradually take ownership of more of its day-to-day organisation. To apply Please send us your CV together with a short introduction telling us: 1. Why this type of varied small-business role appeals to you, 2. Any experience you have with CRM systems, email marketing, automations or booking systems, 3. Your experience communicating with customers by email, 4. An example of something you have organised or improved without being specifically told how to do it, 5. How you keep yourself organised when managing lots of different tasks, 6. Your availability for part-time work and ability to work from Ealing approximately once per week We care much more about finding someone with the right attitude, initiative and organisational ability than finding someone with a long list of qualifications.

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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    12 days ago
    £30000–£35000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Kitchen Manager to join the team at The Pavilion, Wood Lane. This is a key role responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, with a strong focus on health & safety, food hygiene, quality, consistency and team management. The successful candidate will have solid professional kitchen experience, strong organisational skills and a genuine understanding of maintaining high standards in a busy kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities • Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen., • Lead, motivate and manage the kitchen team, ensuring standards are consistently maintained., • Maintain excellent food hygiene, health & safety and cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen., • Ensure all food safety procedures, HACCP processes and relevant legislation are followed., • Complete and maintain accurate food safety, temperature, cleaning and safety records., • Carry out regular checks of equipment, storage areas, fridges, freezers and food preparation areas., • Ensure correct food storage, labelling, dating and stock rotation procedures are followed., • Manage allergen controls and ensure the team understands and follows allergen procedures., • Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation., • Manage stock levels, ordering and deliveries while minimising waste., • Work closely with the General Manager to maintain kitchen budgets and control food costs., • Ensure the kitchen is appropriately staffed and organised for busy service periods., • Train and develop kitchen team members in food preparation, hygiene, safety and operational procedures., • Identify and address any health, safety or food hygiene issues promptly., • Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the kitchen and associated areas., • Support menu development and contribute ideas to improve the food offering and kitchen operation. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have: • Proven experience working in a professional kitchen, ideally in a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef or senior kitchen position., • Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures., • A good understanding of HACCP principles and allergen management., • Experience managing and developing a kitchen team., • Excellent organisation and time-management skills., • The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure., • A hands-on approach and willingness to lead by example., • Strong communication skills and the confidence to manage a team., • Good understanding of stock control, ordering and food cost management., • A high level of attention to detail and pride in maintaining standards.

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  • Warehouse Supervisor
    Warehouse Supervisor
    14 days ago
    £35000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Location: London, W51UP Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: 35,000 per year, depending on experience About the Role We are looking for an experienced and reliable Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of our busy food warehouse. This is a hands-on supervisory position requiring strong leadership and organisational skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the warehouse team, allocating daily workloads and ensuring that orders are picked, packed and dispatched accurately and on time. Main Responsibilities • Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the warehouse team., • Allocate work and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time., • Manage and monitor staff performance and productivity., • Organise picking, packing and dispatch of customer orders., • Coordinate incoming and outgoing deliveries., • Ensure goods are received, checked and stored correctly., • Monitor stock levels, stock rotation and expiry dates., • Ensure chilled, frozen and ambient products are stored and handled correctly., • Investigate stock, picking and packing discrepancies., • Maintain accurate warehouse and inventory records., • Ensure Health & Safety and food-handling procedures are followed., • Train, support and supervise warehouse employees., • Assist with staff rotas and daily staffing requirements., • Liaise with management, drivers and other departments., • Identify operational problems and implement improvements., • Carry out stock counts and inventory checks., • Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised warehouse., • Assist with driving/deliveries or vehicle movements when operationally required. Essential Requirements • Previous managerial or supervisory experience is required., • Previous warehouse experience is required (minimum 2 years experience)., • Full UK driving licence is required (held for a minimum of 2 years), • Good spoken and written English is required. Previous experience within a food, FMCG, retail or wholesale warehouse would be highly desirable.

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  • Ready Meal Packer & Batch Manager
    Ready Meal Packer & Batch Manager
    18 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Location: London Acton, NW10 Hours: 32 + hours a week - 10 - 6pm Pay: £15.50–£17.50 per hour, depending on experience Start: ASAP We are specifically looking for someone with practical experience in these areas, rather than general packing experience. We are looking for an experienced Ready Meal Packer & Batch Manager We are looking for a reliable, experienced and highly organised person to join our ready-meal production team. This is more than a packing role. We need someone who understands food production and can take responsibility for batch control, packing requirements, product identification, production dates, use-by dates and the movement of product through the packing process. You will play an important role in making sure that the right product is packed at the right time, with the correct information and full traceability. Key responsibilities • Manage and monitor daily ready-meal packing requirements., • Ensure the correct product, batch and quantity are available for packing., • Check and accurately record production dates and use-by dates., • Ensure product is correctly identified and controlled throughout the packing process., • Clearly identify and control partially packed product., • Track outstanding packing quantities and ensure they are followed through to completion., • Communicate production information clearly to the packing team., • Maintain accurate batch and traceability records., • Complete and monitor the required checks before product is released for packing or dispatch., • Ensure products are not released where information is incomplete, unclear or requires further verification., • Escalate any uncertainty regarding product status, dates, labelling or food safety., • Work closely with Production, Packing and QA to keep the operation running efficiently., • Maintain a clear and accurate audit trail of production, packing and release activities., • Ensure no product progresses through the operation beyond its approved use-by date. The person we are looking for You will ideally have previous experience in: • Ready-meal production, • Food manufacturing, • Food packing, • Batch or production control, • Food traceability and date control You will need to be: • Highly organised and methodical, • Experienced in working with food products and production batches, • Very attentive to detail, • Comfortable working with production records and packing requirements, • Able to communicate clearly with production, packing and QA, • Reliable and able to take ownership of your responsibilities, • Confident enough to stop and escalatewhen something does not look right, • Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on food production environment Good computer skills and experience using digital production records or spreadsheets would be an advantage, as we are developing a more digital system for production and packing control. Why this role is important This person will become a key link between production, packing and product release. We are looking for someone who doesn't simply complete a task, but takes responsibility for making sure the batch is correctly identified, controlled, packed and recorded from start to finish. What we offer • £15.50- £17.00 per hour, depending on experience, • Full-time position, • A key role within a growing ready-meal business, • The opportunity to help develop and improve our production and packing systems, • Training and development opportunities, • A supportive working environment, • Opportunity for increased responsibility as the operation develops We are particularly interested in candidates who have hands-on experience in ready-meal production and understand the importance of batch, date, traceability and food-safety controls.

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  • Chef de partie Ottolenghi Richmond
    Chef de partie Ottolenghi Richmond
    24 days ago
    £14.81 hourly
    Full-time
    Richmond

    At Ottolenghi, we’re known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Islington is where it all began for our restaurant and bar offering, rooted in the creative, independent spirit of Upper Street. One of our most storied and beloved sites, it has been at the heart of the Ottolenghi story for many years. What you’ll do • Take full responsibility for your designated section throughout service., • Prepare and cook dishes to Ottolenghi standards with precision and consistency., • Supervise and support junior chefs and kitchen assistants on your section., • Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are adhered to at all times., • Manage stock within your section, including ordering and rotation., • Communicate clearly with the wider kitchen team and management., • Contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture., • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment. What we’re looking for • 1+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a quality kitchen., • Solid understanding of food hygiene regulations and allergen management., • A genuine enthusiasm for food and a desire to develop your skills. Key skills • Strong technical cookery skills with good attention to detail., • Calm and focused under pressure., • A positive, team-orientated attitude., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for food and culinary craft and continuous improvement. What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Operations Manager
    Operations Manager
    26 days ago
    £35000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Operations & Store Management Lead (Fast-Track to Partnership) Europafoodxb (UK) is recruiting a hands-on, high-performing leader to take ownership of daily operations, staff management, and problem-solving across our food retail/convenience business. This is a growth role for someone who can switch from selling on the shop floor to resolving operational issues immediately—calmly, quickly, and effectively. What you’ll do • Lead the store team day-to-day: standards, rota, performance, training, discipline where needed, • Solve operational issues fast (customer escalations, stock gaps, supplier/delivery issues, compliance), • Drive sales and service: lead by example on the floor when required, • Maintain excellent availability and reliability during busy trading periods, • Implement systems to improve efficiency and reduce errors, • Work closely with owners and develop into a wider business leadership role What we’re looking for (must-haves) • Full UK driving licence, • 3–4+ years management experience (retail/operations), • Excellent English (spoken and written), • Food retail / convenience / supermarket experience, • Fast, organised, resilient, trustworthy; takes ownership without excuses, • Hungry to learn, develop, and stay long-term (partnership pathway for the right person) What you get • Competitive salary (based on experience) + performance progression, • Sponsorship Visa provided if required, • Genuine growth: responsibility, leadership development, and long-term partnership potential To apply Send your CV + a short note explaining why you fit a fast-paced “ownership” role and your availability.

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  • Content and Social Media Intern
    Content and Social Media Intern
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Staines-upon-Thames

    Internship Position Title: Content and Social Media Intern About Solfinds Solfinds is a UK-based travel technology company redefining how people discover their next destination. We believe every journey begins with inspiration, and we’re building an intelligent platform that connects travellers with experiences tailored to their interests, aspirations and lifestyle. Driven by innovation, creativity and thoughtful design, our ambition is to simplify travel discovery while encouraging exploration beyond the obvious. Every feature we develop is guided by a commitment to helping people uncover places, cultures and moments that leave a lasting impression. As a growing venture, we offer an environment where ideas are welcomed, initiative is recognised and collaboration shapes everything we build. Joining Solfinds means contributing to meaningful projects, working alongside the founding team and helping influence a product designed for a global audience. Whether you’re passionate about storytelling, digital media, technology or travel, you’ll have the opportunity to develop practical skills while playing an active role in bringing our vision to life. Purpose of the Internship The purpose of this internship is to provide practical, hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, community engagement, and brand development within an early-stage startup environment. The internship is designed to support the intern’s professional growth while contributing meaningfully to Solfinds’ mission of inspiring people to discover extraordinary travel experiences. Internship Duration This is a 7 months programme. The internship will initially be reviewed after 90 days to discuss progress, development, and future opportunities. Expected Commitment Expected working hours: 20 hours per week. Expected Work style: Remote. Working hours and responsibilities may be adjusted by mutual agreement as the needs of the business evolve. Responsibilities The intern may be involved in activities including, but not limited to: • Creating engaging social media content., • Researching travel destinations and trends., • Supporting community engagement across social platforms., • Assisting with content planning and scheduling., • Generating creative campaign ideas., • Monitoring content performance and suggesting improvements., • Supporting marketing initiatives and brand awareness campaigns., • Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas. Supervision & Development The intern will work under the guidance of the Solfinds leadership team. Regular feedback, mentoring, and development discussions will be provided to support learning, creativity, and professional growth. Questions, ideas, and initiative are encouraged throughout the internship. However, we require an intern confident to work with and without supervision. Internship Status This internship is currently unpaid. As Solfinds is an early-stage startup, the internship is offered as a learning and professional development opportunity rather than paid employment. Should the business grow to a stage where paid opportunities become available, interns who have demonstrated commitment, professionalism, and strong performance may be considered for future paid positions. However, this internship does not guarantee future employment or remuneration. Professional Expectations The intern agrees to: • Act professionally and respectfully., • Communicate openly and honestly., • Complete agreed tasks to the best of their ability., • Maintain confidentiality., • Contribute positively to the Solfinds culture and values. How to Apply If you’re excited by the opportunity to grow with an ambitious travel technology startup, we’d love to hear from you. We value your ability to learn fast & grow, curiosity, creativity and initiative that fruitfully produces an aligned goal, more than perfect experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online conversation with the founding team. DEADLINE IS 15TH AUGUST, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

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  • D365 Test Manager
    D365 Test Manager
    2 months ago
    £80000–£90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Southall

    About the context The D365 Programme is a multi-year global transformation Programme in Finance & Operations implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 across all regions. It aims to harmonise multiple regional ERPs existing globally, while respecting divisional operating models and business specificities. It will create a standardized, single global core ERP model, based on the SaaS Microsoft D365 F&O platform. AI and intelligent automation have become central pillars of the testing and quality strategy — enabling faster test preparation, more predictable execution, higher coverage, and significant cost optimisation across global and regional deployments. Your role We are seeking a forward-looking D365 Test Manager who will lead the Programme's global testing with a strong bias toward AI adoption, automation, and intelligent quality assurance. Although operating as a solo Test Manager, you will work closely with System Integrator (SI) partners who bring specialised automation capabilities, including AI-driven script generation, automated execution, and accelerator-based testing services. Your role is to ensure these partners deliver maximum value, quality, and efficiency — especially through automation that reduces manual effort and lowers testing cost. You will own the global testing framework, govern SAT and Regression Testing, and enable regions to execute SIT/UAT/OAT successfully — all while embedding AI into the testing lifecycle and continuously identifying opportunities for automation across scenarios, processes, and releases. The impact you can create AI & Automation Leadership (Top Objective) ▪ Establish an AI-first testing strategy for the Programme. ▪ Lead adoption of AI tools such as Lidana (automated script generation), Tosca (automated regression), and AI copilots within ADO. ▪ Identify automation opportunities across GCM and regional processes. ▪ Expand automation coverage to reduce manual testing cycles and cost. ▪ Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. ▪ Use AI analytics to predict risks and improve quality outcomes. Delivery Management (AI-Optimised Execution) ▪ Govern SAT and Global Regression Testing end-to-end. ▪ Align global teams and regions to AI-enhanced testing plans. ▪ Drive readiness across SAT → SIT → UAT → OAT → Go-Live. ▪ Use AI-augmented dashboards for visibility and forecasting. Partner Management – With an Automation-Focused Ecosystem ▪ Collaborate with SI partners who provide automation-led scripting and execution services. ▪ Ensure partners maximise AI accelerators and automation toolkits. ▪ Challenge estimates and validate automation opportunities.▪ Drive accountability for quality, automation throughput, and SLA adherence. Delivery Assurance & Quality Governance ▪ Maintain and evolve the global testing governance framework. ▪ Ensure AI-supported traceability and automated evidence. ▪ Monitor risks and defects with AI-generated insights. Testing Strategy & Global Governance (AI-Enabled) ▪ Own global testing strategy across all testing phases. ▪ Maintain AI-enhanced templates, playbooks, and ADO structures. ▪ Improve the framework using AI release insights. Regional Enablement – Regions Execute, You Govern & Guide ▪ Provide AI-supported guidance and readiness standards. ▪ Support regions during SIT/UAT/OAT and ensure adoption of automation where valuable. Regression Testing Ownership – AI-Powered Two-Layer Model ▪ Govern Global Regression (RT1) and support Regional Regression (RT2). ▪ Expand automated regression coverage. ▪ Use AI analytics to maintain and optimise the regression suite. Test Automation – Core Pillar of the Role ▪ Lead automation strategy and roadmap. ▪ Scale automated regression for Platform Updates and global releases. ▪ Integrate automated tests into pipelines. ▪ Increase automation coverage every release. Success criteria ▪ Test Strategy refined if necessary and deployed. ▪ Quality Gates enforced. ▪ Test Coverage => 100%. ▪ Defect Leakage => 0. Tools & ADO Excellence ▪ Improve ADO setup for planning, execution, and reporting. ▪ Use AI dashboards for predictive insights. ▪ Capture lessons learned through AI-driven analysis. Technical Skills ▪ Strong technical foundation in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, with a deep understanding of multi-system ERP landscapes (iPaaS, Power Platform, regional integrations) and the ability to diagnose cross-system issues and dependencies. ▪ Expert-level proficiency in Azure DevOps (ADO) for end-to-end test governance: planning, execution tracking, defect lifecycle, analytics, and release readiness.▪ Advanced AI-enabled and automation-driven testing capabilities, including: Lidana for AI- accelerated script generation and scenario optimisation; Tosca (or equivalent) for automated end-to-end and regression testing, especially for Platform Updates and repeatable global processes. ▪ Proven ability to scale test automation, integrate automated suites into CI/CD pipelines, and apply AI insights to improve coverage and efficiency. ▪ Familiarity with Azure cloud services, modern integration patterns (API-based, event-driven, middleware orchestration), and cloud-native monitoring models. ▪ Strong delivery discipline using Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent tools for managing timelines, dependencies, and multi-team coordination. ▪ Experience working with global stakeholders, SMEs, product teams and partnering with top- tier SIs (Avanade, Capgemini, PwC, HSO). What you will bring ▪ 10+ years of ERP testing leadership in large, global, multi-region programmes (ideally D365 F&O), with strong command of SAT, SIT, UAT, OAT and Regression cycles. ▪ Extensive experience overseeing testing in highly integrated environments and driving risk management, dependency control, and issue resolution. ▪ A strong automation background, with hands-on experience using Lidana (or similar test scripting tools) and Tosca (or equivalent test execution tools) to accelerate test preparation, expand automation coverage, and validate Platform Updates. ▪ Demonstrated ability to embed automated tests into CI/CD, scale automation release-over- release, and foster an efficiency-focused testing culture. ▪ Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills, able to lead multiple testing cycles in fast-paced global environments. ▪ A continuous-improvement and analytical mindset, with focus on AI adoption, automation expansion, and quality-driven delivery. ▪ Professional certifications such as Prince2 Practitioner or PMP, with fluency in English (French is an advantage).

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  • Supervisor
    Supervisor
    2 months ago
    £14–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Small Bar. Big Hospitality. Harty's is an independent neighbourhood wine bar built around great wine, genuine hospitality and creating a place people love coming back to. We're looking for an ambitious Supervisor who wants to become part of the next chapter. This is more than a shift-running role. We're looking for someone who takes ownership, enjoys improving things, supports the team and wants to help grow an independent business. What you'll be doing • Leading service with confidence and warmth., • Opening and closing the venue., • Supporting, coaching and developing the team., • Delivering exceptional guest experiences., • Spotting opportunities to improve how we work., • Supporting events, tastings and future ideas., • Working closely with the owners to help shape Harty's. What we're looking for • A natural host with a passion for hospitality., • Calm, organised and dependable., • Someone who notices the details., • Confident leading a team., • Commercially aware with a positive attitude., • A genuine desire to grow with the business. A passion for wine is always a bonus, but curiosity is even better. We regularly work with suppliers, attend tastings and believe everyone should continue learning. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to future wine lists, menu development and new ideas as Harty's evolves. Grow with us We're looking for someone who wants to build a career, not just find another job. For the right person, there will be clear progression into management, with increased responsibility, performance-based bonuses and pay reviews linked to the growth and success of the business. If you're passionate about hospitality and want to help build one of London's best independent neighbourhood wine bars, we'd love to hear from you.

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