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Restaurant Receptionist/Host - Experienced (30-40 hours) Location: Fish! Borough Market Fish! Borough Market is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic restaurant receptionist/host to join our team. Our brasserie-style restaurant seats 110 guests inside and 45 on the terrace. We welcome around 2,500 guests weekly with a casual, friendly, yet professional and efficient service style. Qualifications: We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria: - Extensive experience in managing a busy, high-volume restaurant service. - Strong understanding of table turnover management. - High energy and the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. - Proficiency in MS Office and strong administrative skills. - Knowledge of the Opentable booking system. - Excellent communication skills and a welcoming manner. - Strong team player with a proactive attitude. Key Responsibilities: - Manage online (Opentable), walk-in, and phone reservations. - Organize and oversee party reservations. - Perform daily administrative tasks including menu updates and reservation management using Word and Excel. - Welcome and seat guests, ensuring exceptional customer service. - Efficiently handle requests and queries in person, by phone, or via email. - Follow opening, closing, and daily duties procedures. What We Offer: - Earnings between £14 and £15/ hour including tronc, depending on experience, plus tronc bonus. - Rota: A mix of double and single shifts with 2-3 days off. - Monthly payment with early access through Wagestream. - Complimentary staff drinks and meals on duty. - Sage benefits - Referral Bonus: £500 Refer-a-Friend bonus. - Dining Discounts: 50% off when dining with us, plus 20% family discount. - Pension Scheme. - 28 Days Holiday (including bank holidays) with additional days for length of service. - Be a part of the vibrant Borough Market atmosphere. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and provide a Share Code before applying.

At Prosecco Caffè Soho we proud ourselves for our simple, genuine and warm customer service. We are a nice little Italian gem in the heart of busy Soho, where customers can visit and enjoy some amazing Bubbles, have a tasty food treat for an authentic Italian aperitif experience, or simply an authentic Italian coffee with our famous homemade tiramisu’. We are looking for a smiley, positive, cool supervisor to help the management and potentially grow inside the company. Previous experience with coffee and cocktails making, food prepping and handling it’s def a good starting point but we are more than happy to bring the right person up to speed with a good training plan. Working hours are flexible between 30/40, with different shift patterns and rotations. Salary per hour based on experience is between 13 and 15 pound gross per hour. Previous experience in the role is a must

CALLING ALL HOSPITALITY PRO’S We are looking for hospitality and service loving candidates with a passion for people, food and drink. Whether you are an experienced manager or a supervisor looking for their next step, we offer all of our assistant managers a training programme that can get you to General Manager level inside a year. THE GOOD STUFF... Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life. Free meals and drinks when working. Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a 25% discount across all our bars. Structured training Plan and related £2kpa pay increase in your first year. 28 days holiday. 3 reviews a year with your Operations Manager. Development and career progression, 80% of all our management roles are filled internally. Length of service awards. Annual AGM for all our Assistant Managers. An awesome referral scheme – Good people know good people. Advanced management training sessions in service, atmosphere management, financials and hospitality standards. Uniform provided. Excellent tronc renumeration. Ever changing offering with premium products. Bonus opportunities. Paid breaks. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? As a key player in the management team, you will assist the General Manager in recruiting, training, and coaching your team. Creating an amazing experience for our customers. Service and standards are your number 1 priority. Thereafter managing a hospitality business through stock takes, rotas planning and cost management. You will be responsible for maintaining our venues to the highest standards and delivering amazing results through people. SYSTEMS WE OPERATE Design My Night / Collins – reservations / events Access – tills / ordering / stock management S4 Labour – Labour / payroll / HR CPL - Training We will train you on our systems, experience not essential. WHO ARE WE? Albion & East operates upscale urban bars with wood-fired artisan pizza. Cocktail bars and banquet halls of old reclaimed decadence, offering coffee and hot-desking by day, cocktails and pizza by night for the revellers, and an Italian feast for those seeking weekend brunch. We distil our own small batch gin at each site and offer gin blending & cocktail masterclasses for good measure. WHAT’S THE DEAL? 48h per week. Starting Salary £31,500pa Increase of +£2kpa in year 1 on completion of your training. Service charge which averages between £8,000 to £10,000pa (uncapped) Total package between £39kpa and £ £42kpa. 5 things we ask from everyone Be nice Tell the truth Do what you say you are going to do Be available Say hello and goodbye

CALLING ALL HOSPITALITY PRO’S As Wait Staff at Albion and East, you will be the friendly face our guests remember. You will know our menu inside out and recommend your favourites. Maintain high standards of the service and make guest experience memorable. THE GOOD STUFF... · Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life. · Every shift you work, we will fuel you with pizza or pasta on us (thank you chef) · Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a 25% discount across all our bars. · 28 days holiday. · Development and career progression, 80% of all our management roles are filled internally. · Length of service awards. · An awesome referral scheme – Good people know good people. · Uniform provided. · Excellent tronc renumeration. · Opportunity to learn service standards, be cross trained and learn bartending skills, attend coffee training and qualify as barista. · Ever changing offering with premium products. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Greet, serve and look after our guests. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. Work with our team to create a friendly atmosphere. Be open to learning new skills, fully understand our menus and be able to make recommendations to our guests. Take ownership of and thrive in a busy section. Know our products, tills and operating systems. WHO ARE WE? Albion & East operates upscale urban bars with wood-fired artisan pizza, humble social food and in-house bakeries. Cocktail bars and banquet halls of old reclaimed decadence, offering coffee and hot-desking by day, cocktails and pizza by night for the revellers, and an Italian feast for those seeking weekend brunch. We distil our own small batch gin at each site and offer gin blending & cocktail masterclasses too. WHAT’S THE DEAL? · 35-40h per week. · Salary up to £15.5 per hour

At Prosecco Caffè Soho we proud ourselves for our simple, genuine and warm customer service. We are a nice little Italian gem in the heart of busy Soho, where customers can visit and enjoy some amazing Bubbles, have a tasty food treat for an authentic Italian aperitif experience, or simply an authentic Italian coffee with our famous homemade tiramisu’. We are looking for a smiley and positive Font of House to help the management and potentially grow inside the company. Previous experience with coffee and cocktails making, food prepping and handling it’s def a good starting point but we are more than happy to bring the right person up to speed with a good training plan. Working hours are flexible between 30/40, with different shift patterns and rotations. Salary per hour based on experience is between 13 and 14.50 pound gross per hour. Extra tips and monthly budget bonus

Reporting to company's CEO. As a Luxury Italian Fashion Brand, we're looking for a Boutique Manager with fashion experience in UK. A talented retailer with a good fashion experience and highly commercial, dynamic and working under it's own initiative, having a real understanding for fashion display and merchandising but also able to provide an exceptional customer experience , with a passion to develop towards success. As a natural leader you will coach, develop and support your team to help them reach their full potential, whilst nurturing a fun and uplifting atmosphere. Acting as a brand ambassador, you will continually promote the Piazza Castello brand to our customers through your team . You'll take pride in continually delivering the highest and most consistent standards of customer service, visual standards, profitability and productivity of your store. Taking personal ownership for the performance of your store, you will make commercial decisions and spot business opportunity that drive results. You will achieve all this while ensuring our customers remain at the heart of every decision you make, all part of a normal day in retail. This truly is a great opportunity for passionate fashion retailers who don't want to stand still, genuinely want to make a difference, want to develop themself and have lots of initiative to promote the brand and build up together with us our story toward success. Attention to detail with store and personal presentation We are a small team here at Piazza Castello and unlike other brand we will allow you to make your own window display that beat the competition on the high-street to build up your merchandising collections within your store to match your customer profile and increase your revenue. Effective leader Able to create a fantastic display inside the store that match your window and rotate collection with commercial awareness and creativity, leading by example and be an inspiring proactive leader for your team. Able to achieve all KPI’s and perform well on your own Able to thrive under pressure Flexible to sell in both fast pace and slow extremes, train your team and be independent. If this is you, come and join our small team!

Purpose of the Job: As a Team Member, your role is all about creating delightful moments for our customers. We want to hear from candidates who ooze passion, love to cook, are confident, charming & wear an easy smile with customers, and who want to be part of our exceptional new fresh pasta concept coming to Greenwich. If that sounds like you, we wanted to hear from you yesterday. So, as our Roman ancestors might have said, carpe diem. Show us your soul. What you will do at Pasta Evangelists: - Prepare & plate our fresh pasta dishes (and other edible delights) to our high standards that will delight customers. - Prepare orders for dine-in and delivery swiftly and accurately, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for every guest. - Be a team player and bring positivity and warmth to the kitchen and wider store environment & colleagues you work with. - Welcome each customer with genuine warmth and enthusiasm. - Help customers explore our menu, offering personalised recommendations and answering any questions with passion. - Create a positive dining atmosphere by being attentive and proactive in meeting customers' needs. - Follow our treasured recipes and techniques to ensure every dish meets our high standards. - Keep your workspace clean, organised, and buzzing with energy. - Keep an eye on our ingredient supplies and let the assistant store manager know if we’re running low on anything essential. - Make sure the dining area is always inviting and immaculate. - Regularly clean and sanitise tables, chairs, and other surfaces to ensure a safe environment. - Follow all health and safety guidelines to keep both customers and colleagues safe. - Pitch in with cleaning tasks when needed. - Work closely with your teammates to ensure everything runs smoothly. - Take part in team meetings and training sessions, bringing your ideas and enthusiasm. - Support your colleagues, especially during busy times, and be willing to take on additional tasks as required. Who you are: - Experience in customer service or food service is a plus, but a passion for Italian cuisine is what truly matters. - Enthusiasm for learning about our menu and sharing that knowledge with customers. - Excellent communication and people skills. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple tasks with grace. - A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong sense of teamwork. - Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. - Bonus point! Any experience in coffee, wine, and pasta would be advantageous, but it’s your zest for life that we are looking for. - … If you dream in pasta shapes, you're in the right place. What we can offer: - £12.50 per hour - Service Charge - Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team - Regular team socials and pasta tastings - Free Pasta Evangelists products - Referral bonus Scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Development Opportunities - you can grow inside the business.

Kitchen Porter – New Opening Location: Canal at Taxi House Hotel, Westbourne Park Pay: £12–£14 per hour (Full-Time) Opening: June 2025 From the team behind Crispin and Bistro Freddie comes Canal – a vibrant new restaurant opening on the banks of the Grand Union Canal this summer, located inside the Taxi House Hotel. With a focus on seasonal food, natural wines, and a buzzing atmosphere featuring a floating DJ barge, Canal is all about thoughtful hospitality and a strong sense of community. We're building a warm, supportive team and looking for Kitchen Porters who take pride in keeping things clean, organised, and running smoothly behind the scenes. The Role As Kitchen Porter, you’re the heartbeat of the kitchen. You’ll help keep everything clean, safe, and efficient so the chefs can focus on creating amazing food. It’s a vital role in any great restaurant – and we value it highly. You will: Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy, and hygienic Wash pots, pans, utensils, and equipment efficiently and safely Assist with food deliveries and storage Support the team with basic prep if needed Help maintain a smooth and safe working environment Work as part of a close-knit kitchen team with respect and care You bring: A strong work ethic and positive attitude – no experience needed, just a willingness to learn The ability to stay calm and focused during busy periods A team-first approach – reliable, respectful, and ready to help wherever needed Good awareness of kitchen hygiene and safety practices (training provided) Pride in doing your job well and being part of a team effort What’s in it for you: £12–£14 per hour, depending on experience Full-time role with a fair rota and supportive environment Delicious staff meals every shift Work in a unique canal-side restaurant full of energy and creativity Be part of a new opening with strong leadership and exciting potential 50% off dining across all HAM Restaurant locations 20% off wine retail Real opportunities to grow – many chefs start out as KPs! If you’re looking for a fresh start, a great team, and a place where your hard work is truly valued, we’d love to hear from you. Come join us on the water’s edge and help bring Canal to life.

🏠 Lettings Negotiator & Property Manager – London (Full-Time / Freelance / Hybrid) 💰 High-Earning Potential – Join a Fast Growing Property Agency! Are you a natural closer with experience in lettings and property management? Do you know London inside out and love being out and about meeting people? We want you to help us rent out our large portfolio of high demand rooms across the city. We’re a dynamic and fast growing London based property company, and we’re looking for a Lettings Negotiator who can travel across London, close deals quickly, and also support with property management tasks to ensure a smooth tenant experience. 💼 Your Role: Attend pre-booked in-person and virtual viewings (leads are provided – no cold calls or marketing needed). Convert leads into successful lets and hit monthly targets. Manage tenant communications and viewings. Carry out check-ins, check-outs, and basic inspections if needed. 💼 What We Offer: Flexible working: use of our London office + remote working options Fixed monthly base salary or commission-based options available. Bonuses for successfully let rooms and positive tenant feedback. A fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative environment. Opportunities to grow with the business and take on more responsibility. 🔥 What You Bring: Sales-driven mindset with strong closing skills. Great experience in lettings with a little experience in property management (min 1 year preferred but not essential). Ability to travel across London (zones 1–4) for viewings and property visits. Great communication and problem-solving skills Familiarity with ASTs, tenancy regulations, and customer service best practices. Tech-savvy (Google Drive, WhatsApp, CRM tools) 📍 Location: London (Hybrid: field work + office + remote flexibility). 🚗 Travel: Must be able to travel for viewings and inspections ⏱️ Hours: Full-time or Freelance – Flexible schedule. 💷 Salary: Base pay + performance bonuses / commission structure. 🏢 Office available in Central London if you prefer working on-site. 📅 Start Date: ASAP Why Work With Us? Because provide a consistent flow of qualified leads. You focus on closing deals and we handle marketing/admin. Career progression opportunities in a growing business. Friendly, supportive team and room to grow with us. Ready to join a property team that values action, speed, and results? Apply now with your CV and a short note about your experience. Interviews this week – Immediate start available.