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We’re looking for an Assistant General Manager to join our talented team at The Blues Kitchen. This integral role will steer our renowned venue in delivering operational excellence and seamlessly execute its unique hospitality experience. You will have a natural hospitality flair and demonstrate positive leadership. Working closely with our General Manager, you will support all day-to-day operations of The Blues Kitchen and contribute continuously to develop operational effectiveness and efficiency at the venue with unparalleled attention to detail. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the General Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure a seamless guest experience. - Assist in managing and leading a dynamic team, providing guidance and support as needed. - Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans for business growth and profitability. - Support financial management, including budgeting, cost control, and reporting. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as licensing requirements. - Uphold and reinforce The Blues Kitchen's brand values and standards. - Actively participate in the organization's overall success by taking on additional responsibilities as required. About you: - Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in the hospitality industry. - Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and engage team members. - Effective communication and interpersonal abilities. - Understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting and P&L analysis. - Familiarity with restaurant operations, compliance, and customer service best practices. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. - Passion for music and experiences offered by The Blues Kitchen. Benefits at The Columbo Group At The Columbo Group, it is our utmost priority to ensure each individual feels supported and valued as part of our teams. Joining our family allows you to access the following: - 50% discount across all of The Columbo Group venues. - Free guestlist to our events and festivals. - Best in-class training and development opportunities - ambitious team members are encouraged to enroll in the prestigious Columbo Academy. - Team get-togethers including an invitation to our renowned End of Year celebration party at the Jazz Cafe. - Pension Plan The award-winning Blues Kitchen is one of London’s most loved and legendary venues. Stunningly beautiful, it is the perfect space to soak up a live soundtrack of timeless blues and soul from world-famous resident musicians. With all American favourites on the menu and an expertly curated selection of the world’s finest bourbon, The Blues Kitchen is one of the UK’s most loved experiences.

Job Purpose The Kitchen Assistant will support and guarantee daily preparation of products at the highest standard, quality and quantity determined by the Production Operations Manager. Key duties and responsibilities Preparing the production area Ingredient preparation and daily products (focaccia bread, cookies, loaf and sponge cakes, viennoiserie and sandwiches) Prepare baking tins and trays for correct product Storing ingredient appropriately as suggested by the Production Operations Manager Shadow and get experience to use methods such as; mixing, scaling and shaping to handcraft our bread Maintain the cleanliness of all food preparation areas, kitchen and equipment throughout the day Checking and unloading stock on arrival Taking out bins Support team members with jobs needed throughout the day Person specification Hard working, highly motivated, passionate and reliable Positive and “can-do” attitude Attention to detail Great listening skills and follow step by step processes Excellent levels of personal hygiene Flexible approach to work to meet the needs of the service Ability to adapt to change Willingness to undertake further training and development Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Benefits Contracted hours: 40 hours – Full Time (overtime is paid) Working Hours are between: 6am-3pm Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 consecutive days out of 7 Location: The Bakehouse, 1 Fortunes Walk, E20 1FS If you live in a 5-mile radius, this job is for you What’s in for you Hourly rate of £11.5 per hour depending on experience (monthly pay) Employee Discount 50% while on shift and 20% off orders and when you bring friends 29 days annual leave Full time - pro rata if you work part time Staff yoga

Nurse Functional Assessor Hybrid Role | Locations Across London and South East Starting Salary: £41,250 to £ 46,215, depending on role/location with a £2,000 increase in the first 12 months Full training provided from day one Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship* Working Hours : 9am-5.30pm (Work from home 2 days/week, 3 days in the Assessment Centre) Are you a compassionate, autonomous Nurse looking for a rewarding change within a hybrid nurse job opportunity? Join a forward-thinking team as a Nurse Functional Assessor and help individuals navigate the impact of health conditions on their daily lives. Gain career satisfaction practicing as a Nurse, work in a supportive environment, and enjoy hybrid working flexibility while earning competitive pay. Why Choose This Role? Impact Lives: Provide vital assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Employment Support Allowance (ESA) claims, directly influencing benefit decisions and supporting those in need. Hybrid Work: Flexibility to work both from home and on-site. Competitive Pay: £41,250 to £ 46,215 depending on role/location, increasing by £2,000 over your first year. Professional Growth: Receive comprehensive training, continuous professional development (CPD), and ongoing clinical support. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy daytime hours, weekdays only – no weekends or bank holidays. Your Responsibilities Conduct booked consultation appointments (via phone, video, or face-to-face) to assess how health conditions affect daily functioning. Produce detailed, high-quality reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Collaborate with colleagues and maintain professional standards. Manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and quality benchmarks. A Typical Day On-Site On days you work from the local centre you’ll start your day with a virtual or face to face team meeting. Meet patients, review their paperwork and medical evidence, and complete comprehensive reports for the DWP. Engage with team leads and participate in learning sessions when needed. From Home On days you work from home you’ll begin with an online team check-in. Conduct assessments via phone or video, using your clinical skills to gather evidence and document findings. Access online and telephone support from clinical team leads and MDT colleagues. What We’re Looking For Registered Nurse (NMC registration) with at least 12 months of post-qualification experience. Your registration needs to be as an adult nurse (RMN, RNLD and RGN). Strong communication, IT, and analytical skills. Clinical knowledge of adult health conditions, including both mental and physical health. Passion for making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Perks and Benefits Competitive salary package with annual pay increases. Flexible hybrid work arrangement. Structured training program from day one. No weekend, night, or holiday shifts – perfect for work-life balance. Ready to Elevate Your Career and Make a Difference? Don’t miss this opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with a fulfilling new challenge. This is a rare hybrid remote nurse Job for nurses living in the South East of England. Apply now with iGo Recruitment

Based at the 999 club in Deptford, a safe and welcoming space for those experiencing homelessness Move+ is the latest of the 999 club’s service offerings which also include a drop-in day centre, employment & training support, advocacy & advice, a women’s space and the Bridge, our recovery focused out of hours service. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge service within the sector. The overall aim of Move+ is to enable people who have been homeless to draw upon their shared experiences and support one another to escape homelessness for good. Move+ empowers people to live independently, to set up and maintain a stable home, while working towards long-term goals and aspirations enabling them to move forwards with their lives. This is achieved through a combination of peer coaching, personalised support and an exclusive program of workshops and activities. Working closely with the Coproduction Manager as part of the Specialist Services team, you will oversee all aspects of the day-to-day delivery of Move+. This includes line management of a team of Peer Coaches, focusing on support, personal and professional development. You will conduct assessments and manage referrals, build and maintain relationships, as well as promote the service, both internally and externally. Overall, you’ll ensure a high quality of service delivery that meets or exceeds targets and, most importantly, supports and empowers all participants. We are looking for someone who is passionate about empowering and motivating others. Previous management experience is great, but attitude is more important. If you have a positive, pro-active approach take a look at the Job Description / Role Profile. If you think you can match what’s required send us your CV and a supporting statement telling us, in no more than 500 words, why you’re the right person for this job. The ideal candidate will have: ·Great people skills, the ability to communicate effectively with a compassionate, non-judgemental approach ·A proactive approach, always looking to support the team in achieving positive outcomes ·A genuine interest in people, their innate strengths and their capacity to change Excellent organisational skills and the ability to oversee complex projects ·The ability to work without close daily direction and the ability to think outside of the box · A positive, ‘can do’ attitude and above all, a good sense of humour to survive our fast-paced environment Move+ has been made possible by the generous support of the National Lottery

Location - Forest Hill Station, London Start Date - 6th January 2025 Hourly Rate - £15.00per hour Hours - Tuesday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM __________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you passionate about working with children in a nurturing, home-like setting? Do you have the skills and experience to provide outstanding care and support for young children? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We are looking for a dedicated Childminding assistant to join our small childcare setting. This role involves working closely with children in a ratio of 1 adult to 3 children, ensuring they are safe, happy, and engaged in their early development. Role Responsibilities - Supporting the daily care of children, including changing nappies. - Creating and leading fun, educational activities tailored to the children’s developmental stages. -** Attending playgroups** and community activities to enrich the children’s social experiences. - Cleaning and maintaining the toys and play environment to ensure a safe, hygienic setting. - Walking with and pushing a** 4-seater pram** to local outings or playgroups, requiring physical fitness and enthusiasm for outdoor activities. Requirements To be successful in this role, you should meet the following criteria: At least** 2-3 years of experience** working with children in a professional setting. An** A Level 3 qualification** in childcare or a similar field. First Aid valid Paediatric First Aid Certificate. DBS Check Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one). Physical Fitness Ability to walk and push a 4-seater pram comfortably. What We Offer - Competitive hourly rate of £15 per hour. - Paid holidays in line with standard employment contracts. - Paid contribution for work travel - Paid contribution for food expenses - Paid for qualifications and training - A supportive and** welcoming work environment** in a small, home-like setting. - Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children. __________________________________________________________________________________________ If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and have a genuine love for working with children, we’d love for you to join our team! We look forward to hearing from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: £15.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free or subsidised travel Free parking Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Nursery experience:** 1 year** (preferred) Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Management: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 06/01/2025

Business Development Manager Job Description About Us: We are a leading supported living care provider for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and substance misuse. Our mission is to empower individuals by delivering high-quality, person-centered care and support in a safe, nurturing environment. We are committed to improving lives, fostering independence, and promoting inclusion within the community. Job Overview: The Business Development Manager will play a critical role in driving the growth and expansion of our services. This individual will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders in the adult care sector. The role requires a proactive and innovative approach to ensure that our supported living services reach those who need them the most. Key Responsibilities: - Identify New Business Opportunities: Research and identify opportunities for new supported living placements and service expansions, including tendering for contracts, working with local authorities, and networking with key stakeholders in the healthcare and social care sectors. - Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, healthcare professionals, care teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the company is well-positioned for future business opportunities. - Tender and Proposal Development: Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality tenders and proposals for new business opportunities, ensuring compliance with regulations and tailoring proposals to meet the specific needs of clients. - Market Intelligence: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, funding changes, regulatory updates, and best practices within the supported living, learning disability, autism, mental health, and substance misuse sectors. Provide strategic insights to the leadership team to drive business decisions. - Develop Marketing Strategies: Work with the marketing team to develop and execute marketing strategies, including digital presence, events, and promotional materials that effectively communicate the company’s values, services, and impact. - Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work closely with the Operations, Care, and Quality teams to ensure that service delivery meets the needs and expectations of commissioners, clients, and families. - Contract Negotiation and Management: Negotiate terms and manage contracts to ensure the successful delivery of services in line with business objectives and client requirements. - Monitoring and Reporting: Track and report on business development activities, including pipeline management, sales targets, and revenue forecasts. Analyze and report on performance to senior leadership. Essential Qualifications and Skills: - Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management within the health and social care sector, particularly in supported living or related services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, and/or substance misuse. - Knowledge: Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape, funding structures, and challenges within the supported living sector. Knowledge of the local authority commissioning process is a plus. - Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of stakeholders, including senior executives, commissioners, and healthcare professionals. - Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate contracts and secure new business opportunities with stakeholders. - Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a business development strategy aligned with the company's overall goals. - Organizational Skills: Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Qualifications: A degree in business, healthcare management, social work, or a related field is desirable but not essential. Relevant industry certifications will be a plus. Desirable Attributes: - Ability to understand and work within the unique challenges of the supported living and adult care sectors. - Compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable adults and an understanding of person-centered care. - A proactive, goal-oriented mindset with a passion for improving the lives of those in need. - Strong networking abilities and experience working with diverse teams and community organizations. Benefits: - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Opportunity for career progression and professional development. - Flexible working hours and the possibility of hybrid working. - Pension scheme. - Access to health and wellbeing support programs. - 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays). How to Apply: If you are passionate about business development in the supported living sector and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Are you 19+, looking for work, and living in the UK? This is your chance to gain essential skills, boost your employability, and secure a brighter future—all completely free! Join our Skills Bootcamp in Management and Finance today and unlock opportunities with guaranteed job interviews upon completion. What You’ll Gain - At least one guaranteed job interview with leading employers like Santander and Howden Insurance and Cleremont Hotels. - Professional Portfolio & Certificate - Meet industry professionals and like-minded peers to expand your network. What is Involved - 10 days of workshops at our new campus in Wembley Park - Talks from guest employers - Breakfast and lunch provided - Daily travel expenses paid The bootcamp runs over 12 weeks, with 72 hours of guided learning. Each week, learners will take part in a 6-hour session, made up of a 3-hour tutor-led session in the morning and a 3-hour session in the afternoon dedicated to peer-to-peer activities and discussions. Act Now—Spaces Are Limited! Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to develop in-demand skills and jumpstart your career.

Job Title: WK Events Manager Days/Hours This is a 18-22 hour/ 4 day a week role. You will work up to 45 hours in 'peak season' per week (roughly May-September) but off peak will be considerably less. 4-5 day working week as standard. Mondays off when weekend work is required. Event work can happen at irregular times! Location: SW18 based and other locations (on events) London locations + outside of London events travel Salary Offered £15ph (admin and small events) Up to £20ph (larger events) Reporting to: Ops Manager/ MD Requirements: Full UK Manual Driving License, Confident driver with various vehicles. OVERVIEW OF WELL KNEADED Company Overview Well Kneaded Ltd is a unique farm-table pizzeria, events company and Charity based in South West London. We serve an exciting and innovative seasonal menu of sourdough pizza, amazing pasta, locally-sourced salads, small plates and top quality drinks. We’ve won awards recognising our sustainable sourcing and supply chain, and are a charity because of our employment practices offering opportunities to young people who have faced barriers to employment. Well Kneaded has a great team culture and we’re committed to a supportive and enjoyable working environment for all our team. OVERVIEW OF EVENTS ROLE The events manager role combines client and on-event management with business development and event ops. It is a hands on role for someone who wants a great combination of management & office based work with practical on-event management. We have a busy calendar of weddings and events, especially from May- September but you will help us fill that all year round. You will be able to hit the ground running, making sure our events setups outfits look the part, are well organised, and are health and safety compliant. The events we cater span weddings, birthdays, street parties, festivals, in-house pizzeria events and corporate workshops (more recently) and more. You will be responsible for creating the amazing Well Kneaded experience ‘off-site’. A key part of your role will be clear communication with the head chef at the pizzeria and the event teams, in order that events operations are well planned and smoothly executed. The role requires your high capacity for planning and organisation.! You will be strategic and able to quickly understand the bigger operational picture of Well Kneaded for diary management and coordination, and will be an excellent team player and motivator. You will be a natural problem solver, managing both client and team expectations with an energetic flair, in the lead up to an event, and also the wind down. Responsibilities PRIMARY - Being the first point of contact for all event enquiries, responding promptly and clearly communicating how Well Kneaded can provide great food to employ great people for a greater planet and converting those enquiries into bookings. - Clarify with the client and put in place specific requirements for event logistics and staffing. - -Maintain clear records of past and upcoming events and pro-actively communicate these with accountants & internal team when needed. - Responsible for execution of our events work in line with WK Vision & values to give our clients the best events experience (internally and externally) in London including developing relationships with new venues/ clients and working with online platforms to market our events offerings. - -Maintain WK Events storage areas, including the WK lockup and any areas used in the pizzeria. - Responsibility for health and hygiene and food safety procedure on events, ensuring 100% operationally safe events, and that all events team are trained and prepared in this. This includes responsibility for regular maintenance of all events set up - -Weekly meetings with Events/Ops team to discuss anything events based. - -Manual handling of events equipment and food - SECONDARY - Grow our KERB opportunities as well as our regular client database and communications/ marketing strategy. - Take responsibility for events P&L (after 6 months in role) - Develop marketing materials (alongside ops & marketing manager) including promotions for events offerings in order to retain and grow events stakeholders (clients, venues, tasting participants, potential partnerships with local schools/ mums groups/venues, etc) - Weekly meetings with Head of Food to develop events offerings where you see gaps, within budget - If capacity, develop and market downstairs basement kitchen and/or garden for pizzeria private events together with Ops Manager and head of front of house. - Add posts directly to Instagram/ Facebook that are pertinent to events/ the team and also the pizzeria if required. - Position Type - Event role has possibility to be a job share between a senior event manager and events coordinator where the events manager has overall oversight & a focus on driving growth and coordinator has on-event/ day to day ops focus. This means role could be 2-2.5 days/ week. - EXPECTATIONS & LIMITING FACTORS - Be able to handle emergencies and last-minute changes of plan under pressure. - There is an event-staff holiday freeze in July (No holiday can be taken in July due to the full nature of the WK calendar) - The nature of the job involves a lot of weekend and evening work, so days off are generally Sundays and Mondays, with one full weekend off per month (except June/July). In quieter seasons there will be more flexibility on this. - Being able to confidently drive a manual vehicle - PERSON SPECIFICATION - The Events Manager will be committed to the Well Kneaded vision and values, with a keen interest in sustainable food and amazing event creation and will have the following: - Previous experience in events or managing/ leading a team. Including examples of responsibility for running events from start to finish. - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Confident to take initiative and is pro-active in project and event management. Is as good at starting a project as well as is at finishing it, and feeding back in. - Highly organised and excellent at planning. - At least an active interest in sustainability - English; strong in both written & verbal communication, if not your first language - UK Drivers License - confident to drive multiple vehicles including a vintage van. - Strong relational skills PERKS/ BENEFITS/ HOLIDAY - 29 days holiday (statutory plus an extra for your birthday) + sick pay + pension (holiday increases 1 days/ year worked with WK after year 2, up to 4 extra days) pro rata if not full time. - 6-8 weekly reviews with line manager. - Friends and family discount (20% off bill when you eat in with f&f) - Christmas day & Easter Sunday off - If full time- Management/ Leadership training plus up to 2 team days per year Free delicious food - Being part of a team who champions each other. - 2 Complimentary tickets per year for friends and family to in-house events - Seeing transformation in the lives of young people - Pension contribution and sick pay Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Paid volunteer time Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: South West London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Event Management or Leadership: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: UK FULL MANUAL DRIVING LICENSE (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in South West London Expected start date: 06/01/2025

Customer Service Assistant at Tacosmash (Immediate Start, Full-Time, Part Time, Flexible schedule). *Experience as Barista would be preferred though not essential, (automated coffee machine ) Join the vibrant team at Tacosmash, where flavor meets fun! We're in search of an energetic and personable Customer Service Assistant to help us deliver exceptional dining experiences to our guests. If you're passionate about food, love interacting with people, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you might just be the perfect fit for our team. Key Responsibilities: - Warmly greet guests as they enter and ensure a memorable farewell as they leave, making them want to return. - Take orders with accuracy, providing recommendations and upselling our delicious menu items to enhance the customer experience. - Process transactions efficiently, handling cash and card payments with attention to detail. - Resolve any customer queries or concerns with empathy and professionalism, ensuring customer satisfaction. - Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the dining and counter areas, adhering to health and safety standards. - Participate in inventory control, ensuring stock levels are maintained for uninterrupted service. - Stay knowledgeable about our menu items, promotions, and any changes to share with customers effectively. - Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy and timely preparation. Requirements: - A positive, outgoing personality with excellent communication skills. - Previous experience in customer service IN a fast-food environment is preferred but not essential. - Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. - Flexibility to work in shifts, including weekends and evenings. - Basic math skills for handling transactions. - Must be eligible to work in the UK. We Offer: - A competitive hourly wage. - Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle. - A supportive and inclusive work culture where       everyone is treated like family. - Employee discounts on our mouthwatering menu. At Tacosmash, we believe our team is the secret ingredient to our success. If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm and skills to our team, apply today and help us spice up our customer's lives, one taco at a time! We can't wait to meet you!