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About the job This is a full time permanent position, based in either London, United Kingdom (TAL UK Corporate Office) or Levallois Perret, Paris, France (TAL France Corporate Office). Due to the nature of the role across Europe, language proficiency in English and French is required. Additional European languages are highly desirable. The Ascott Limited's business in Europe is evolving and we are looking for a cluster level Food & Beverage Director covering the scope of our cluster operations in Europe. Our portfolio has a majority of serviced apartments and we are increasing the number of full service hotels within our operation. We are seeking an individual that thrives under constant change, has a diverse and strong F&B background (Europe and or Globally required) and has knowledge and eye for the details but has evolved to a more influence/leader. You will report to the Regional General Manager, Operations Europe, part of the business operations management team (Area and City Managers), alongside the Operations Excellence team driving the evolution of our F&B Offering across various brands and 3-, 4- and 5- star segments. The Food & Beverage Director, Europe will be responsible for: Development and implementation of strategic plans for F&B Operations aligned to Ascott's global goals & objectives Propose and steer the evolution of F&B offerings to meet the diverse requirements of the groups brands and property market segments Provide functional support to Property Managers (our Hotel General Manager's and Residence Manager's) with their day-to-day F&B operations, with focus on high standards of service, quality and efficiency, pushing for best practice Mentor and support the development of a high-performing F&B team fostering a culture of continuous improvement, working with stakeholders on learning & development plans for F&B staff Support with budgets, forecasts and financial performance, guiding revenue growth and cost efficiency Ensure F&B operations have compliance with local regulations, health & safety standards and company policies Lead with exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high standards of food quality service Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, support with contract negotiating (lead by Procurement) and ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness Collaborate with cluster and global departments including Brand & Marketing, Sales, Human Resources and Operations to ensure cohesive and integrated strategies. Contribute to F&B group committee lead with global HQ To be successful in the role of Food & Beverage Director, Europe, we require: A minimum of 3 years in senior F&B management roles, preferably within a multi-country or regional context Experience with multiple brand segments (3-star, 4-star, 5-star, lifestyle) is highly desirable Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications are a plus In-depth knowledge of the European F&B market, including trends, regulations, and consumer preferences Possesses a creative and innovative mindset with a demonstrated understanding of brand differentiation and positioning. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills that align to a global business with proven ability to support complex operations and drive performance Proficiency in English and French is required. Additional European languages are highly desirable Flexibility for frequent business travel across Europe Working with us (if you will be based in London) provides the following benefits to you: Genuine career opportunities within our business with valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A travel allowance for every day you work at the office to contribute to your commuting cost A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing Employee Recognition Awards and company/team events Following the probation period, access to Private Medical Insurance and our Europe staff rate when staying in our European properties (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us The Ascott Limited UK Corporate Office is a management company/support office for The Ascott Limited’s portfolio in Europe. At , we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Employer: Ascott Hospitality Management (UK) Limited Required skills: POS Systems, Inventory Management, Training Experience, Fast-Paced Experience, Fluent in English, Food Safety, Microsoft Office, Fluent in French, Point of Sale, Social Media, Culinary Degree/Training, Training in Mixology, Temperature Control Discussed at venue Department: F&B Management About you Language required: English. The company At The Ascott Limited, we believe that our guests can be anywhere in the world, and still feel right at home. With a suite of accommodation options that spans serviced apartments & hotels, coliving properties, as well as independent senior living apartments, our guests can count on us for that sense of comfort and familiarity, be it for a short stopover or a new space to call their home. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. This year, Ascott marks 40 years in hospitality service. Growing from strength to strength, powering up through new alliances and transforming challenges into triumphs, Ascott is trailblazing tomorrow and charting a new future of growth. Hear from Ascott’s past and present leaders as they share about their experiences in this tribute video, having witnessed Ascott’s growth to become truly Unlimited.
Union Pizza Truck near Great Portland Street: 🍕 PIZZA CHEF WANTED – UNION PIZZA TRUCK 🍕 Near Great Portland Street – Weekends & Bank Holidays Off! We’re on the lookout for a passionate and reliable Pizza Chef to join us at Union Pizza Truck, serving up incredible pies from our street food spot just minutes from Great Portland Street. 📅 Schedule: Tuesday to Friday only Weekends & Bank Holidays OFF 32–35 hours per week 💷 Pay: Starting from £15 per hour, based on experience 🔥 What You’ll Be Doing: Making 30–60 pizzas per day using 2 Gozney ovens Dough is prepped – just focus on stretching, topping & baking Taking orders and serving happy customers Responsible for ingredient & consumable ordering Running the truck solo – confidence & responsibility are key ✅ What We’re Looking For: At least 2 years' experience in a similar kitchen or pizza role Street food or mobile kitchen experience is a big plus Must be organised, clean and capable of working independently A love for great pizza and good vibes! 📩 Interested? Drop us a message with your CV and a bit about yourself.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic marketing plans for FMCG products. Conduct market research and consumer analysis to identify trends and opportunities. Manage brand positioning and ensure alignment with company goals. Plan and execute product launches, advertising campaigns, and promotional activities. Collaborate with sales and product development teams to drive revenue growth. Monitor and analyse key performance metrics, ensuring marketing effectiveness. Work with digital marketing teams to optimize online presence and engagement. Manage budgets and allocate resources for maximum ROI. Build relationships with distributors, retailers, and key stakeholders. Requirements: Minimum 5 years of marketing experience in the FMCG industry. Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field. Strong understanding of consumer behaviour and FMCG market trends. Experience in Social Media digital marketing, brand management, and trade marketing. Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Job Title: Social Media & Marketing Manager Temp (Maternity Cover) Location: Hybrid/Remote – 1 day per week (Tuesdays) in office. Shepherd’s Bush, London. Contract: Temporary (April 1, 2025 – August 1st, 2025) Salary: £40,000 Pro rata Full Job Description We are looking for a creative and proactive Marketing Temp to cover maternity leave from April 1, 2025, to August 1st, 2025. Working closely with our current head of marketing during April and then reporting directly to our CEO, the successful candidate's role will be to support, maintain and enhance the impeccably high standards of implementation and delivery across the day-to-day activities of the brand. This role requires an individual that has all round marketing knowledge with a strong focus on content creation and social media management. This role will involve working with both US and UK team members, agencies and brands. You’ll be working on a hybrid basis, with one day per week in our Shepherd’s Bush shared working space. You must be able to independently develop recipes using our products and film, edit and post this content to social media. Qualifications / Experience required: Bachelor’s degree Marketing experience: 3-5 years Social media experience: minimum of 3 year This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious and self-driven candidate to join a rapidly growing and exciting company where your responsibilities will include: Content Creation & Social Media: Owning, maintaining and adapting The Foraging Fox social media content plans and calendar according to in-store and online retail promotional / awareness building activities. Develop, film, and edit high-quality recipe videos independently. Write engaging copy for Instagram, LinkedIn, events, and website content. Promote user engagement, increase numbers of followers and direct D2C sales. Brand & Event Management: Leading the calendar of consumer events / festivals and trade shows for both the UK and US and develop the consumer journey experience on site. Edit and prepare marketing assets for campaigns and activations. Coordinate deliveries and show briefs for events and brand initiatives. Attend UK events and manage setup/ takedown. Manage staff and capture content for social media. Influencer Management: Communicate with existing influencers. Source new content creators, plan deliverables. Arrange product send-outs. Website Management: Update news section. Manage any new website changes needed. Update website photography to reflect any product changes. Photography/Graphic & Asset Management: Keep shared dropbox files for photography up to date with most recent photography Create briefs for photoshoots and book photography. Work with a number of external agencies both UK and US to ensure retailer photography is correct and where necessary fix any errors. Main point of contact for in-house marketing teams amongst our retail partners. Drafting marketing materials, web copy, brochure copy and consumer liaison copy. Being responsible for briefing third party creative teams on execution e.g. ad/banner artwork and photography bibles, as examples. Use Canva & Photoshop to create and edit briefs, presentations and decks. About You: Proven experience in social media content creation and video editing. Confident in working independently Copywriting skills for social media, events, and websites. Highly organized with experience in event planning and logistics. Able to prioritize tasks and work efficiently within deadlines. Why Join Us? - Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, creative environment. - Gain hands-on experience with a global brand. - Hybrid with a collaborative team. How to Apply: Apply with CV and link to portfolio (Must including examples of recipe/ food video content) Only candidates that apply with this will be considered. Interview process: Stage 1: Initial chat with Head of Marketing Stage 2: Chat with CEO & Head of Marketing Stage 3: Meet the team + Present example project. Stage 4: Feedback given/ Final offer if successful. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Contract length: 4 months Pay: £40,000 Pro rata Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: Hybrid remote in London W6 7NL Start date: 01/04/2025
Job description Are you an experienced Food Chef & Trainer who is looking for the next challenge in your career? Are you interested to work for a Food-Tech company offering an enriching experience and rewarding career growth? Do you have the skills, experience, and passion to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Hungry for a challenge? That’s good, because at Cook’d Brands we are growing rapidly and have abundant opportunities. We are a highly regarded Cloud Kitchen brand with a mission to become the leading virtual brand within the industry. Our mission? To empower every food moment around the world, whether it’s through customer service, account management or even deliveries. About this role: We provide the platform and tools to help our partners increase their visibility online and increase revenue by providing additional brands to their existing takeaway/restaurant as delivery only. As a Field Food Chef & Trainer, you will be fully accountable for training and setting up new stores and provide them with ongoing support and retraining as required. You will also be accountable for the development and growth of your area, driving both consumer choice and increased revenue to maximise your partners orders. Yo You will act as a trusted advisor to your partners in your region. Location - UK Wide Role Responsibilities: - Deliver on-site trainings and demonstrations to the clients (group and 1-1) and support sales team with any potential leads. - Support new locations with check-ins for the first 12 weeks of launch - Gain a thorough understanding of our products and services on a continual basis. - Develop trusted advisor relationships with key accounts, customer stakeholders and executive sponsors - Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our product / system training according to customer needs and objectives. - Establish efficient ways of working and managing end to end delivery of training and continuous progress review across all of your accounts. - Provide mystery shops to ensure quality and service is maintained - Mentor and prioritise order growth for activated restaurants, promoting business efficiency and growth - Take ownership and accountability of your region and focus on positive growth Role Requirements: - Kitchen experience in cooking or being head of a fast food kitchen - Focus on building and proactively managing relationships with the existing Key Accounts as well as with any potential customers - Result-oriented and customer focussed - Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills - Self-motivated, pro-active and enthusiastic when dealing with customers. - Passion for continuous learning and self-improvement - Attention to detail, multi-tasking and quick learner - Ability to prioritise workload and ensure timely completion of processes - Must be driven to take on additional responsibilities or challenges - Possession of a full UK driving licence - Must be able to travel (essential to this role) – expenses and mileage will be paid / reimbursed. Should have access to own car and hold a valid UK driving license What you’ll get with Cook’d Brands: - Real impact on the company growth and implemented solutions. - People-first culture that supports innovation and encourages people to move forward. - A great learning environment dedicated to fostering both organisational and personal growth, and help you shape a rewarding and fulfilling career path. - Flexible working hours and remote/hybrid work arrangements - Friendly work environment - Social events and team building activities.