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Lewisham Parochial & Almshouse Charities is a well-established umbrella charity consisting of five charities including two modern almshouse schemes offering secure, independent living for older Lewisham residents and other charities distributing modest hardship-relief grants funded from its investments. With a centuries-deep heritage and a hands-on board of volunteer trustees, we seek a Finance & Administration Manager to manage the day-to-day running of the charities. This is a 20-hour-per-week post (£50–55k FTE, flexible pattern) where you’ll prepare budgets and year-end accounts, clerk board meetings, oversee HR and compliance, and use your expertise to shape our future impact.
AGORA is driven by a passion for showcasing the best of British produce. We work with the most inspiring, sustainability-driven suppliers throughout every aspect of our restaurant. We are proud to be an independent business grounded in a purely hospitality background, and we've had a brilliant first year - being awarded a Bib Gourmand by Michelin and ranked 51st at the National Restaurant Awards 2025. OMA + AGORA opened last year in the heart of London’s thriving Borough Market. Two restaurants in one building, where OMA is inspired by the fishing villages and shores of the Greek isles and further Levant, and AGORA is inspired by the energy of Athens’s markets and streets. It is the latest project by dcco.[SMOKESTAK, manteca ]. About the role. We are looking for an experienced chef de partie to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in fast paced and dynamic kitchens but most importantly take pride in the food you create. You’ll be cooking in a kitchen that cares about the food it sends out and be working with amazing, fresh produce from some of the best suppliers in the country alongside a well-established and tight knit team. Responsibilities. • Management of a section, including ordering for the section and prepping for service., • Following and maintaining HACPP procedures., • Supporting the wider kitchen team with daily tasks and processes., • Being an ambassador for our brand through exceptional teamwork and fostering a supportive environment. Requirements. Previous experience in a similar environment. We offer. • £1,000 every annual employment anniversary, • Monthly bonuses for top performers, • 50% staff discount on meals at each of our restaurants., • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Cost price wine through our suppliers., • International trips for top performers., • In-house training dedicated to your personal development., • Staff trip programme to meet farms, fish markets and vineyards., • We offer qualifications, including, WSET, health and safety, food training., • Company donations to charities our staff feel are close to home., • Whole team staff parties., • Wholesome staff meals, end of service drinks.
SALARY QUOTED IS TAKE HOME PAY OVERALL PURPOSE OF ROLE MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To assume management of individual shop premises during the absence of designated Shop Managers (ie days off, holiday and other absences). Using the working practices, policies and procedures set by Senior Management and the values of Alex TLC, ensure the charity shop business is run accordingly. Work within the budgets and achieve the financial targets set by the business in line with strategic requirements. Work to the high standards expected at all Alex TLC shop premises according to the rotas set by the Retail Area Manager. Work as a team member, taking full responsibility for all shop duties required wherever placed. Work as directed by the Retail Area Manager. Supervision of Assistant Shop Managers, Retail Assistants and Voluntary Workers. Recruitment of Voluntary Workers. Participate in all training and legislative checks required by Alex TLC, statutory and specific to role. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES (INTERNAL & EXTERNAL) Maintain excellent levels of customer service (remembering customer service extends to colleagues and service providers, as well as customers), going above and beyond where possible. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Assign and supervise the duties of any Assistant Shop Manager on site. Supervise the management and training of all Retail Assistants and voluntary workers to ensure they can work safely, correctly, effectively and efficiently according to Alex TLC values, working practices, policies and procedures. To develop and maintain efficient and effective voluntary worker rotas. TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Expert knowledge of the safe and correct use of all equipment used in the day to day running of the charity shop, for example the till, steamer, pricing equipment. Ability to train others in the safe and correct use of such equipment. OTHER FEATURES OF JOB Hours of work are according to the opening hours of the premises assigned by the rota and Alex TLC Working Practice Policy. To undertake ad-hoc duties as required. Opportunity to participate in Alex TLC charitable activities and events. LOCATION Cover shop managers are expected to work in any South East London Alex TLC premises according to the rota set by Senior Management. PERSON SPECIFICATION EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ESSENTIAL: Alex TLC Literacy and Basic Mathematics test pass, computer literacy DESIRABLE: GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent Mathematics and English Language, customer service, management or business qualification EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL: Experience in a charity retail position and/or customer service role with excellent telephone and written skills; brand awareness DESIRABLE: Basic understanding of leukodystrophy and the work of Alex TLC; charity retail WORK BASED COMPETENCIES · Excellent customer service skills · Excellent telephone skills · Excellent writing skill · Excellent numerical ability · Excellent organisational ability · Excellent management skills · Flair for display · Knowledge of operational and emergency procedures · Ability to work in a team · Commercial acumen
We're looking for a Waiter Waitress to be remembered for creating great experiences. If you are charismatic, love interacting with guests, and passionate about what you do, then we want you to be our next Waiter Waitress! Join our team and build a career by taking advantage of our learning and development opportunities. EPIC PERKS: Flexible working hours available Share of service charge 50% discount for you + 5 friends at any of our venues! Your birthday lunch is on us Generous employee referral scheme - work with your friends! Money off your shopping at many high street stores Apprenticeship schemes to learn while you work Access to Wagestream for better money management Access to the award winning Hospitality Action Charity, offering an Employee Assistance Program Group wide Learning and Development opportunities WHAT YOU'LL NEED Waiter Waitress experience in a similar high-end venue Good level of English and comfortable with guest interaction WORK SOMEWHERE EPIC We are a London-based hospitality group of brave, bold and beautiful venues and sport bars. We're growing bigger, and we have lots of opportunities for you to progress with us. Join us and live by our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge. ETM are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives. The hourly rate shown is the addition of base rate and service charge, which is distributed to all staff through a Tronc Point system. We cannot guarantee an exact amount, but it is an historical estimate. If you are interested in being our new Waiter Waitress please click apply!
About OMA. OMA + AGORA opened last year in the heart of London’s thriving Borough Market. Two restaurants in one building, where OMA is inspired by the fishing villages and shores of the Greek isles and further Levant, and AGORA is inspired by the energy of Athens’s markets and streets. It is the latest project by dcco.[ SMOKESTAK, manteca ]. OMA is driven by a passion for showcasing the best of British produce. We work with the most inspiring, sustainability-driven suppliers throughout every aspect of our restaurant. We are proud to be an independent business grounded in a purely hospitality background, and we've had a brilliant first year - being awarded a first star and Opening of the Year 2025 [ Great Britain and Northern Ireland ] by Michelin, and ranked sixth at the National Restaurant Awards 2025. About the role. We are looking for an experienced chef de partie to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in fast paced and dynamic kitchens but most importantly take pride in the food you create. You’ll be cooking in a kitchen that cares about the food it sends out and be working with amazing, fresh produce from some of the best suppliers in the country alongside a well-established and tight knit team. Responsibilities. • Management of a section, including ordering for the section and prepping for service., • Following and maintaining HACPP procedures., • Supporting the wider kitchen team with daily tasks and processes., • Being an ambassador for our brand through exceptional teamwork and fostering a supportive environment. Requirements. Previous experience in a similar environment. We offer. • £200 a month employee of the month’ awards with bonuses., • £500 ‘refer a friend’ bonus., • 50% staff discount on food and beverage at all sites., • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Cost price wine through our suppliers., • International trips for top performers., • In-house training dedicated to your personal development., • Trips to meet suppliers and producers., • Staff trip programme to meet farms, fish markets and vineyards., • We offer qualifications, including, WSET, health and safety, food training., • Company donations to charities our staff feel are close to home., • Whole team staff parties., • Wholesome staff meals, end of service drinks., • 28 days holiday [including bank holidays] per year., • Pension provider | The Peoples Pension.