Job Description: Cafe General Manager at Pique Salary:35,500k (incl. Service charge) Perks: Class pass membership 40% off Pique cafe offering Who are we? Pique was founded in 2017 as a picnic delivery company and since then has grown into one of London’s most sought after caterers for breakfast & lunch events. The dream was always to open a café and this dream became a reality in January 2024 when we opened our first site on Lavender Hill. The café is popular both in the week and weekends as both a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. It seats up to 40 inside with seating for another 20 outside. The café has gone from strength to strength and is becoming a real part of the Lavender Hill community. We run a fortnightly book club, ran a successful first ‘pub’ quiz night and are looking to grow this side of things. Our mission is to bring fun, delicious, innovative, restaurant quality food to Londoners, whether that be at home, the office, park or our café. We focus on the informal nature of picnic dining- the relaxed feeling of being with friends, with easy to eat, crowd pleasing food. Our focus on sustainability, quality and style sets us apart from the rest. Essential Experience & Skills • Experienced in managing large teams and busy services, • Passionate about hospitality & customer service, • Strong Barista skills (dialling in, latter art, espresso pulling), • Upbeat and able to lead a team to deliver exceptional service at all times, • Intuitive, quick to think on their feet, and able to keep a level head during busy and challenging times, • Well-presented and a good team player, • An excellent communicator, • Keen eye for detail and sense or urgency Key Responsibilities: Team • Ensure customer service excellence remains the top priority in all café operations, Ensure the FOH team represents the Pique brand by providing top-tier service with energy and enthusiasm., • Serve as the main point of contact for the team, addressing business-related queries or directing staff to the appropriate department or person., • Accurately record all staff sick days and annual leave in line with Head of Operations, • Recruit, train, and motivate staff to deliver enthusiastic and exceptional customer experiences., • Ensure staff rotas align with contracted hours while adapting to fluctuating business levels to maintain reasonable labor costs Operational • Maintain operational consistency, including opening/closing procedures, customer service, check-backs, and ensuring the café remains clean and presentable through in-service checks., • Handle customer complaints, ensuring that any issue is escalated to the management team (GM, Assistant Manager, or Supervisors) this includes replying to reviews (Just GM), • Oversee daily completion of checklists in accordance with health and safety protocols, updating procedures as necessary based on business or service changes., • Keep the Maintenance record and pest control record updated and in use (along with the head chef), • Increase café revenue, reported every 3 months through sales efforts and successful events and general running of the cafe - this is not a streamline increase and should be reported as such with relevant data, • Ensure the Pique brand remains highly visible through consistent, high-quality service, active community involvement, and strong team performance as well as social media representation on any relevant platforms Event Coordination • Manage customer enquiry regarding café events and private bookings and cafe catering pre orders, • Help organize staffing, and handovers for relevant events, • Gather and analyse feedback post-event to improve offerings and ensure customer satisfaction.
Lusitânia Restaurant, a proud ambassador of Portuguese gastronomy in London, is looking for an experienced and motivated Head of Front of House to lead our service team and ensure a top-quality experience for our guests. 📍 Location: London, United Kingdom 📅 Employment Type: Full-time | On-site ⸻
What to expect from the role ● Hands on experience in maintaining spaces, appliances, and equipment. ● Learning how to organise, multitask and manage time. ● Learn on the job regarding the best practices in cleaning and maintenance tasks. ● Exposure to the facilities department and its various responsibilities. Responsibilities ● ● Perform maintenance tasks like fixing broken furniture, changing the light bulb and inspecting faulty appliances or equipment. ● Ensure the plants are watered and trimmed. ● Regularly wash the windows and clean glass surfaces with care. ● Responding to complaints and resolving the issues of the employees. ● Ensure all the electrical appliances are functioning properly. ● Performing regular checks on the safety systems like fire alarms, smoke detectors, fuse box and so on. ● Installation of new equipment or appliances needed. ● Inspect problem areas and ensure the necessary steps are taken to solve them. ● Regularly check and maintain the ventilators and thermostat. ● Keep the supplies stocked and maintain an inventory and database. ● Coordinate with other workers and perform tasks. ● Update the authorities with weekly and monthly reports.
• Creating business strategies to attract new customers, expand store traffic, and enhance profitability., • Hiring, training, and overseeing new staff., • Responding to customer complaints and concerns in a professional manner., • Developing and arranging promotional material and in-store displays., • Preparing detailed reports on buying trends, customer requirements, and profits., • Undertaking store administration duties such as managing store budgets and updating financial records., • Monitoring inventory levels and ordering new items., • Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and addressing concerns about menu items., • Checking that ingredients remain fresh and safe for consumption., • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and new grilling techniques to continuously improve performance., • Ensuring that your workstation remains clean and orderly at all times.
Duties: • Delivering excellent service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction., • Motivating the sales team to meet sales objectives by training and mentoring staff., • Creating business strategies to attract new customers, expand store traffic, and enhance profitability., • Hiring, training, and overseeing new staff., • Responding to customer complaints and concerns in a professional manner., • Ensuring store compliance with health and safety regulations., • Developing and arranging promotional material and in-store displays., • Preparing detailed reports on buying trends, customer requirements, and profits.
Creature Comforts is seeking a dedicated and experienced Practice Manager to lead our veterinary team in providing exceptional care and service. As a Practice Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our clinic operates smoothly and efficiently, aligning with our mission to redefine the veterinary experience through innovative technology and compassionate care. Job requirements • Proven experience in a Practice Manager role within a veterinary setting, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, • Proficiency in using veterinary practice management software, • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively, • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, • Commitment to delivering high-quality care and customer service Job responsibilities • Oversee the daily operations of the veterinary clinic, • Manage and support clinical and administrative staff, • Ensure compliance with all veterinary regulations and standards, • Implement and maintain efficient workflows and procedures, • Monitor financial performance and manage budgets, • Coordinate with veterinary professionals to optimise patient care, • Handle client inquiries, complaints, and feedback, • Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed, • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment Benefits • Working in a beautiful clinic, alongside highly skilled veterinary professionals, • Being part of a people (and animal)-first culture, • 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off, • Salary sacrifice pension scheme provided by Nest, • World class team, with room to grow and learn, • Regular company social events
Position Summary As an Assistant Manager, you will support the General Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, team performance, and smooth restaurant running. You will lead by example, coach the team, and help deliver financial targets. Key Responsibilities • Support the General Manager in day-to-day operations, including opening/closing procedures., • Ensure high standards of customer service and guest satisfaction., • Supervise and motivate front-of-house (FOH) and/or back-of-house (BOH) teams., • Handle customer complaints and resolve issues promptly., • Assist in staff training, development, and performance reviews., • Monitor and manage stock levels, orders, and deliveries., • Ensure health & safety, food hygiene, and licensing regulations are followed., • Help manage labour costs, rota scheduling, and payroll inputs., • Drive sales and assist in achieving revenue and profitability goals., • Cover the manager’s responsibilities in their absence. Skills & Experience • Previous experience in a supervisor or assistant management role, preferably in hospitality or F&B., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities., • Good understanding of customer service principles., • Confident in handling complaints and pressure situations., • Basic financial awareness (e.g. cash handling, P&L understanding)., • Familiar with stock management and ordering systems., • Knowledge of health & safety and food hygiene standards. Requirements • Right to work in the UK., • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays., • Fluent in English (spoken and written)., • Personal licence (desirable, not essential)., • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred).