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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UKAre you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, youll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector.About UsBusy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.Why Work at Busy Bees?We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.Our Charitable CommitmentThrough our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.About our NurseryBusy Bees Thames Ditton, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 89 children in a bright and spacious nursery divided into three rooms, each tailored to different age ranges. This ensures that your child develops at the same pace as their friends. We take great pride in our outdoor space, which wraps around the entire building, providing shaded areas for each age group and numerous opportunities for exploration and play. Our long-standing staff team is passionate about giving every child in our care the best start in life.We maintain excellent links within the local community, fostering great relationships with the nearby nursing home, community center, library, and local schools. Conveniently situated within walking distance of Thames Ditton train station, we offer direct trains to London and easy access to the local village. Additionally, we provide free parking for staff, ensuring hassle-free access during drop-offs and collections.Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive salaryOngoing professional development and career progressionOur Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailersUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)Your birthday off its our gift to you!25% childcare discountEnhanced family leave and return to work bonusMenopause support through PeppyFinancial support through Salary FinanceEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersCycle to Work schemeEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)But wait, theres more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.Role Responsibilities: Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs.Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance.Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections.Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing.Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate:Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).Experience in catering or kitchen operations.Empathy and understanding each child is unique.If youre passionate about food and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe apply now!TPBN1_UKTJ

What's in it for you \n At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits: \n\n • A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.\n, • After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.\n, • 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.\n, • Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.\n, • Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.\n, • 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.\n, • Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates\n, • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.\n, • After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.\n, • Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.\n, • Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay\n, • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.\n, • A great holiday package\n\n About the role \n We are looking for a proactive and reliable Canteen Assistant to join our team and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our canteen facilities. This hands-on role involves managing stock levels, conducting quality and code checks, and replenishing and cleaning vending machines. \n You’ll help maintain a clean and safe environment across the canteen and kitchen areas, following daily checklists and cleaning schedules. A strong focus on health and safety is essential, including strict adherence to food hygiene, HACCP, allergen, COSHH, and temperature control guidelines. \n \n You will be responsible for \n\n • Responsibility for Stock Management and Stock Control\n, • Code checking and checking quality of stock\n, • Vending machine replenishment and cleaning\n, • Hospitality Support\n, • Assist in maintaining housekeeping in the canteen facilities, dining area and Kitchen counters, including weekly and daily cleaning schedule\n, • Able to follow a checklist and manage own time to complete all tasks\n, • Adhere to food hygiene/HACCP/Allergen/COSHH Guidelines at all times\n, • Maintain due diligence on temperature controls\n\n You will need \n\n • The ideal candidate will have an excellent attitude towards customer service with a friendly outgoing personality and be used to working within a team environment. \n \n • Hygienic and able to keep on top of a 24hr canteen.\n, • Good communication and organisation skills with a mind to assist and provide ideas to stream line processed within stock integrity.\n, • Will take pride in the canteen presentation.\n, • You have sound numeracy and literacy skills\n, • You have experience within warehouse chambers (advantageous but not essential)\n, • You are flexible and versatile\n, • You are able to produce quality standard of work\n, • You have good PC and organisational skills\n, • You have the ability to work under pressure \n, • You are an advocate for Health & Safety\n\n About The Company \n Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK. \n Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome. \n We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you. \n We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. \n Please note \n We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles. \n On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview. \n Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco

If you’re passionate about food and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe apply now!. Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key part of our kitchen team, prepa

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Cafe Manager - you will be an ambassador of the St. We are looking for passionate Front of House Managers to bolster our existing team. You are familiar with Fergus' ethos of nose to tail and who are passionate about food and restaurants in general.

We're recruiting an experienced Assistant Cafe Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As an Assistant Cafe Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Could you shine as M&S's next Assistant Cafe Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Liaising between the team and manager to ensure we continually exceed expectations Motivating the team to keep everyone on task Assisting the manager with managing inventories, monitoring budgets and implementing action plans Managing the tills and processing payments Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Assisting with paperwork when required Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Our ideal Assistant Cafe Manager will: Be passionate about exceptional customer service Have previous experience in a similar role Have experience managing teams Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/2407/75437001/52822644/SU #One Retail Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKTJ

We're recruiting an experienced Assistant Cafe Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week

Responsible for store housekeeping to the highest standards. Benefits Free onsite parking Employee discount Cycle to work scheme Company pension Company events Performance related annual bonus If you think you have the skills and experience we are looking for as a Store Assistant, we would love to h

Could you shine as Costa's next Assistant Cafe Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying:.

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Senior Care Assistant. The Role Leading and supervising your shift Case managing residents and liaising with families, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure that the best care plans are created and delivered Administering and recording medication Carrying out risk assessments Working alongside care assistants to support residents with daily needs, ensuring residents remain as active and independent as possible Working closely with the leadership team to develop services Provide a fun, inclusive, and professional approach at all times Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family: Wagestream - access your wages at any time Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme Hundreds of online and in-store discounts Annual purchase holiday scheme Wellbeing support About You NVQ Level 3 in health and social care desirable Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately Proven ability to lead and supervise others A good understanding of care planning processes Be experienced in or happy to undertake training on administering medication Above all, have a natural ability to help make the lives of others more fulfilling We are looking for people to make a difference to residents lives every day. When you join Care UK youll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do. We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours. Click apply now. Holly Oak is located within a beautiful park overlooking Dursley and the surrounding countryside. The purpose built care home is part of The Hollies care community and offers residential, dementia and nursing care on a permanent and respite basis. There is a range of luxury facilities including a including a cafe, bar and a hair and beauty salon. If you're a passionate, caring individual who works well in a team, consider a rewarding career at Care UK. TPBN1_UKTJ

Searcys are looking for a Barista / Cafe Assistant to join the team at Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, you will be responsible for providing service excellences to our customers, guests and clients within the in-house staff cafe "The Hub". Our Barista at RICS will offer the highest sta

Assistant Manager needed for a brunch cafe in London, part of a growing restaurant group.

Seeking a Barista & Cafe Assistant for a private social club in London.

We're recruiting an experienced Assistant Cafe Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week

Retail Sales Assistant needed for a busy independent grocer, deli, cafe and wine bar in London. Responsibilities include customer engagement, sales transactions, product display maintenance, and store organization.

Job Title : Membercare Assistant Hours : 18 hours per week Rate of Pay : £12.90 per hour Location : Orpington Bannatyne is renowned for providing exceptional fitness and wellness experiences across the UK. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene to ensure our members have a safe and welcoming environment. We are currently looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Membercare Assistant to join our team! Our Perks: B-Fed - complimentary lunch or breakfast. Flexible schedule. 28 days annual leave increases with tenure. Free gym membership. Complimentary gym membership for another person (after 2 years service). Discounted Spa Treatments - 30% Discounted Spa Goods - 20% ELEMIS Products. Discounted Meals and Beverages - 50% cafe/bar. Career & Personal Development training. Mental Health, Well-Being and EAP Services. Length of Service Awards. Staff Awards and Bonuses. Discounted entertainment and shopping. A typical day in the life of a Membercare Assistant: Perform thorough cleaning of all areas, including changing rooms, showers, toilets and all poolside facilities. Ensure that all gym equipment, floors and surfaces are cleaned and sanitised regularly. Empty trash bins, replace liners and ensure waste is disposed of properly. Alongside maintaining the outdoor space, litter pics/binstores etc. Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for members and staff. Use cleaning chemicals and equipment according to safety guidelines and procedures. Report any maintenance issues, hazards or potential safety concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor. Provide a friendly and approachable service to members, addressing any cleaning-related inquiries or requests promptly and courteously. Maintain a professional demeanour and uphold the club's reputation for excellent customer service. Monitor cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock. Basic maintenance where skills permit such as changing bulbs etc. Work closely with other cleaning staff and club employees to ensure all areas are maintained to the highest standards. Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required. What we are looking for: Previous experience in domestic/cleaning roles. Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in cleaning tasks. Good time management and organisational skills. Ability to follow instructions and work independently. Have strong interpersonal and communications skills and a customer focused attitude. A genuine passion for health, wellness and customer service. The ability to establish rapport, build trust and demonstrate credibility. Physical capability to perform cleaning tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, lifting and using cleaning equipment. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Hours can be 5.30am starts to 10.30pm finishes. It would be desirable if you had basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Why Bannatyne? At Bannatyne, we are dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive work environment where our team members can thrive. As a Membercare Assistant , you will play a vital role in maintaining the high standards our members expect. We offer competitive compensation, ongoing training and a supportive team culture. If you are a meticulous and hardworking individual who takes pride in their work, and is committed to delivering exceptional service, we want to hear from you. Join us at Bannatyne, where your passion for fitness will inspire and transform lives! TPBN1_UKCT

Job Description - Assistant Manager Date: September 2026 Job Title: Assistant Manager - Social Reporting To: General Manager, Operations Manager Line Managing: Supervisors, front of house and back of house staff Salary/Hourly Rate: 45 hour (breaks not included) working week at annual salary of £32,000 + 0.7 tronc Working hours will be 5 out of 7 days with a mix of daytime, evenings, late night, weekend NEST Pension scheme after 3 months 20% staff discount at CEL venues, staff socials and company away days Start Date: October 5th 2026 Hoilday: Pro rata based on 28 days per annum FTE including bank holidays Overview: Copeland Enterprises Ltd (CEL) is the food and beverage arm of Copeland Park, a cultural place-making and workspace provider. We have two sites that supply food and beverage and are looking for an individual to help the management of Social, the bar at the centre of Copeland Park. Objectives: Primarily based at Social, our bar in Peckham, but supporting the Mansion, our second site in Beckenham Place Park on the rare occasion, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for a variety of back of house and front of house tasks. You will assist the General Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the venue, placing orders, leading busy high volume shifts, including event bars in Copeland Gallery and UNIT/08 venues when they arise. You will work with the General Manager on: recruiting and regularly training staff, developing and curating our cocktail menus and drinks offering, and helping find and select our pop-up kitchen partners, to ensure Social is always an exciting and ever changing venue that keeps up with hospitality trends. You will assist with implementing entirely new offerings, service, events and promotions at Social and evolving the bar and its standards continuously. You will be overseeing supervisors and bar staff for general day to day operations. The role of an Assistant Manager is a fun and varied one, working across the sites and across several functions. We are looking for someone who is fully barista trained, is comfortable on the floor, has good cocktail and wine knowledge, and is comfortable running big and busy shifts. It will be your job to take charge of perfecting our relationship with our pop up kitchens, improving our floor service and keeping up with all social media output and trends. We have supporting departments, including accounting, marketing and admin based at our Peckham site to assist you so that you can focus on curating the best offering and unique experience for our visitors. Working across several functions, from cocktail creation to event management. This opportunity is perfect for a bar/shift manager looking to take the next step up the hospitality ladder. Key Responsibilities: You will work under the guidance of Socials General Manager covering many of the following responsibilities:- Staffing Organise and adjust staff rotas and schedules in accordance with available resources. Delegate duties and tasks to bar staff to meet objectives and maximise resources. Events and Procedures Follow up incoming enquiries and convert them into bookings. Liaise with clients on bespoke events, programming events when appropriate. Work with the GM on developing private hire packages and revenue streams. Ensure relevant licences are updated and in-line with current legislation for in-house events. Ensure customer complaints are responded to promptly. Promote and practice compliance with fire, health, safety and hygiene standards and regulations. Working with associated partner businesses to maximise sales and brand visibility on event days. Stock and Cleanliness Set and monitor quality and service standards to staff to meet objectives including stock management, cleanliness, bar offering, presentation and service. Monitor and order bar supplies liaising with sales representatives. Oversee all deliveries are checked-in correctly and documented. General cellar management including line cleans and troubleshooting draught issues. Compliance Supporting management with compliance matters Oversight on Health and safety matters Oversight on ensuring staff maintain HR rules and regulations Oversight on company policies Financial oversight on labour and stock in line with company targets. Individuals you will be working with: Copeland HQ office (Accounts, Admin, Venues and Marketing Teams) Copeland Enterprises Managers, and other Copeland Enterprises staff. Experiences and Education: Essential: Proven management role experience Experience in a bar and cafe environment Strong customer focus Barista training Familiar with cocktails Floor service experience Comfortable with private hires and bookings Desirable: Google Suite knowledge Experience working in the arts Event management experience Experience using XERO accounting, RotaReady, Resdiary, and Sumup softwares First aid and Fire marshal training Digital marketing experience Personal licence holder TPBN1_UKCT

Up to 38,000 plus TRONC plus Bonus and Genuine Progression Path About Us Leisure Works is an ambitious new hospitality brand, launching its first venue at the Grosvenor Arms, a two-floor venue on Garratt Lane in Earsfield. We're not opening a cafe, and we're not opening a pub, we're building a neighbourhood institution: a place people come to in the morning for coffee and a desk, return to in the evening for a pint and dinner, and hire out for private events and weekly programming in between. We're not a chain, and we don't want to feel like one. We're looking for someone who cares about getting to know the regulars, remembers how people take their coffee, and takes real pride in running a tight, welcoming floor. The Role We're looking for an Assistant Manager to take ownership of our evening operations. You'll be the one steering the floor once the venue transitions from daytime cafe to evening pub and dining service, making sure service stays smooth, the team stays supported, and the venue closes down properly and safely every night. This is a hands on, floor first role. You'll be visible, present, and actively managing the room, not tucked away doing admin. Key Responsibilities Closing & Nightly Operations Take full responsibility for closing the venue: cashing up, securing the premises, end-of-night checks, and ensuring all closing procedures are followed correctly and consistently Handle any end-of-night issues (guest, staff, or premises-related) calmly and appropriately, escalating to the General Manager where needed Floor Management Own the floor during evening service: tables, flow, pacing, and guest experience across both the dining and bar side of the business Step in on the floor personally during busy periods, this is a working manager role Coordinate smoothly between kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams to keep service running well Manage the shift transition from daytime cafe service into evening pub/dining service Team Leadership Supervise and support front of house and bar staff during evening shifts, including briefing staff at the start of shift and debriefing at close Provide on the spot coaching and act as the go to problem solver for the team during your shift Keep the rota up to date and communicated clearly to the team ahead of each wee k Guest Experience Champion the venue's personalised, neighbourhood feel; greeting regulars by name, remembering preferences, and making sure every guest (new or returning) feels genuinely looked after Handle guest feedback and any complaints with warmth and good judgement, resolving issues on the spot wherever possible What We're Looking For Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in hospitality; a restaurant or gastro pub background is preferred Confident running a floor solo during busy evening service Comfortable with end-of-night responsibilities A genuine people person, someone who enjoys building relationships with regulars and creating a warm, personal atmosphere rather than a corporate one Calm under pressure and a natural problem-solver Flexibility to work evenings, closing shifts, and weekends An understanding of, or enthusiasm for, the mixed cafe/pub/events format, comfortable moving between different service styles across one shift Local to or familiar with the Wandsworth/Earlsfield area is a plus, but not essential What We Offer The chance to help shape a genuinely independent, community-rooted venue A varied role, no two shifts look quite the same, between cafe service, evening dining, and events A team-first culture where your input on how things run actually matters First site of a growing group, genuine progression as we open more venues, with a clear path toward a Venue Manager role Meals on shift and staff discount TPBN1_UKCT