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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    7 hours ago
    £12.5–£13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Job Ref: HON1064 Branch: Honi Poke Manchester Location: Honi Poke Manchester, Manchester Salary/Benefits: £12.71 per hour starting pay Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 20-30 Posted date: 12/07/2026 Closing date: 23/08/2026 Join the Honi Poke family and be part of our grab-and-go poke stores! At Honi Poke, we serve fresh, fast, feel-good food. Inspired by the bold flavours of Pacific Hawaiian cuisine, our vibrant poke bowls and sushi grab-and-go options bring sunshine to busy streets, but it's our people who make the real difference. We're looking for friendly, energetic Team Members in our grab-and-go stores. As a Team Member, you'll deliver an outstanding customer experience by preparing fresh poke bowls, serving customers with warmth and energy, keeping your workspace clean and organised, and contributing to a friendly, fast-paced, upbeat team environment. You're someone who is reliable, hands-on, positive, and enjoys working with people, with a genuine passion for fresh food and creating great customer experiences. This role is perfect for anyone seeking a fast-casual, grab-and-go, or hospitality job, no previous experience required, as we provide full training and development opportunities. What We Offer: • £12.71 per hour starting pay, • 30-40h per week - most of our shifts take place over lunchtime (typically between 11:00am and 3:00pm), • Paid breaks: your time to rest and recharge is important to us, • Complimentary meals during your shifts, • Generous staff discount for you, your friends & family, • Uniform provided, • A fun, positive team culture with training and development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support Ready to Join Us? Bring your energy, positivity, and passion to Honi Poke and help us deliver fresh, fast, feel-good food. Apply today – we can't wait to welcome you to the family! That's the way we bowl!

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  • Primo Pizzaiolo - Manchester
    Primo Pizzaiolo - Manchester
    3 days ago
    £18.71 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Big Mamma is an Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. For over a decade, we've been bringing bold Italian flavours, 100% homemade food and vibrant, high-energy hospitality to life across our restaurants worldwide. Big Mamma is also a certified B Corp, committed to doing business in a way that respects people, producers and the planet. Join our team as Pizza Chef Your Mission You'll be part of a BIG MAMMA kitchen team, working in our pizzeria section and crafting authentic Neapolitan pizzas from scratch, from preparing the dough to the final finishing touches. But this role is about more than pizza. You'll: • Respect health & safety standards and maintain high levels of cleanliness and organisation, • Work hand-in-hand with your teammates during busy services, • Bring positive energy and a problem-solving mindset, • Help create the best moment of our guests' day At Big Mamma, we don't just cook, we create experiences. What We're Looking For • A big smile and real passion for Italian food, • Strong experience as a Pizzaiolo, ideally working with authentic Neapolitan pizza, • Previous experience in a busy restaurant environment, • Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit, • Strong communication skills and love for teamwork, • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends What We Offer • Permanent, full-time contract, • £ 18.71 per hour ( inclusive of tronc ), • 5 working days per week with 2 days off, • Delicious staff meals served family-style, • 15% employee discount across all Big Mamma restaurants, • £500 referral bonus when you bring a friend, • Open Up – free, confidential mental health & wellness support, • Wagestream – access your wages between paydays, • Regular training & real growth opportunities, • Mobility across all our venues in the UK and Europe Big Mamma Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or gender reassignment. #joinbigmammauki

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  • Seasonal Front of House Team
    Seasonal Front of House Team
    4 days ago
    £7–£12.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Job Ref: ROB2360 Branch: Airport pub Location: Airport pub, Manchester Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Temporary/Seasonal Hours: Full Time Posted date: 16/07/2026 Closing date: 16/08/2026 Join Our Seasonal Front of House Team – Bar & Waiting Staff Wanted! Are you warm, welcoming, and enthusiastic? We're looking for friendly and reliable people to join our busy seasonal front-of-house team during our peak period. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience, earn great tips, and be part of a vibrant bar and restaurant atmosphere. Your role will involve a mix of bar and waiting duties, delivering excellent service to our guests during our busiest and most exciting time of year. We're Looking For: • A positive attitude and a passion for great customer service, • Flexibility, reliability, and a strong team-player mindset, • Previous experience is a bonus, but full training is provided for those keen to learn Whether you're looking for summer work, seasonal income, or hospitality experience, this role is a great fit. For the right people, there may also be opportunities to stay on beyond the season. What's in It for You? • Competitive hourly pay plus tips, • 25% off food, drink, and accommodation with our employee discount card, • 50% off food during shifts, • Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers through our employee reward scheme, • Accrued paid holiday, • NEST pension scheme (where eligible), • Excellent training and support throughout the season, • Uniform provided, • The chance to work with a friendly, supportive team in a family-run business with a history dating back to 1838 If you're energetic, people-focused, and ready to make the most of a fast-paced seasonal role, apply today. We'd love to have you on board! Set on the edge of Manchester Airports Runway, the Airport Pub is a truly iconic site featuring creative and innovative decorations and furniture from the world of aviation. Boasting the best viewing area for the runway, an outside bar and catering facilities and a new children's play area. This incredibly busy pub is a firm favourite with a wide variety of visitors from plane enthusiasts to families and corporate groups.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    5 days ago
    £17–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manchester

    Join ResolveUK for Flexible Chef Work Are you an experienced chef De Partie looking for flexible work across some of London’s most exciting hospitality venues? Resolve UK is expanding its team of casual agency chefs to support a growing number of bookings across events, stadiums, hotels, restaurants, and corporate hospitality venues throughout London. We offer flexible opportunities that allow you to choose when and where you work. What We Offer • Flexible shifts to suit your schedule, • Fast Pay directly into your account, • Competitive hourly rates + holiday pay, • Ongoing work throughout the year Opportunities across: Events Hotels Restaurants Corporate hospitality Contract catering venues Easy shift booking and availability management Friendly and supportive team Opportunities to work in some of London’s leading hospitality venues What We’re Looking For • Minimum 2 years’ experience working at Chef de Partie level, • Confident managing your own section independently, • Reliable, punctual, and professional, • Comfortable working in fast-paced kitchens, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Ability to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments, • Available for flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends Why Work With Resolve UK? At Resolve UK, we work with a wide range of hospitality clients across London, offering chefs consistent opportunities, flexibility, and competitive pay. Whether you prefer working events, hospitality venues, restaurants, or large-scale catering operations, we have shifts to suit your experience and availability. Apply Today Register with Resolve UK today and start booking flexible chef shifts across London’s top hospitality venues. This is a casual, flexible position and you will need to register to our organisation using the link sent to you on the Job Today App

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  • Seasonal Chef
    Seasonal Chef
    5 days ago
    £12.5–£13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Job Ref: ROB2314 Branch: Airport pub Location: Airport pub, Manchester Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Temporary/Seasonal Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 0 Posted date: 01/07/2026 Closing date: 15/08/2026 Seasonal Chef Wanted – Join Our Innovative Kitchen! Are you a passionate and experienced Chef looking for a seasonal opportunity in a creative, fast-paced kitchen? Do you enjoy working in a supportive team where your ideas are valued? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're a family-run business heading into our busiest season, and we're looking for a talented Seasonal Chef to help strengthen our kitchen team. This is a great chance to showcase your skills, gain experience in a well-equipped kitchen, and be part of a close-knit, professional team. We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, even during peak periods, and offer flexible shift patterns wherever possible — just let us know what works best for you. Why Join Us? As an ambitious and growing business, we offer a positive, team-focused working environment. For the right candidate, there may be opportunities to extend your contract or move into a permanent role. What's in It for You? • Competitive seasonal pay plus tips, • Flexible shift patterns, • 25% off food, drink, and accommodation with our employee discount card, • 50% off food during shifts, • Exclusive discounts at 800+ retailers through our employee reward scheme, • Accrued paid holiday, • NEST pension scheme (where eligible), • Ongoing training and development during your contract, • Wellbeing and mental health support programmes, • Healthcare Cash Plan – affordable cover for dental, optical, and other treatments, • A well-equipped, professional kitchen, • Uniform provided, • The chance to work within a family-run business established in 1838 If you're a motivated Chef ready to make an impact during a busy and exciting season, apply now — we'd love to welcome you to the team! Set on the edge of Manchester Airports Runway, the Airport Pub is a truly iconic site featuring creative and innovative decorations and furniture from the world of aviation. Boasting the best viewing area for the runway, an outside bar and catering facilities and a new children's play area. This incredibly busy pub is a firm favourite with a wide variety of visitors from plane enthusiasts to families and corporate groups.

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  • Bar Manager
    Bar Manager
    6 days ago
    £46725 yearly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group, the brainchild of Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 10 years we have opened the doors of 36 restaurants across Europe (France, Monaco, the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Italy, Belgium and Ireland), the United Arab Emirates (Dubai) and Mexico (Mexico City). Our mission? To share the special ambience of the most beautiful places of Italian tradition, creating unique moments of sharing with our customers. Take the lead with La Squadra as BAR MANAGER in Manchester 🇬🇧 For Circolo Popolare , our restaurant in Manchester (No 1, St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row), we are looking for out next rising star. As Bar Manager, you embody our values of excellence, meritocracy, entrepreneurship and authenticity on a daily basis in the restaurant. You report to the General Manager and your key areas of responsibility include: Your Missions: • Management of a team of 8 people., • Management of team plannings / Guarantor of the monthly People Cost., • Responsible for the quality of cocktails, monitoring of customer comments, guarantor of compliance with recipe sheets., • Participation in the creation of new recipes in collaboration with the Beverage Group Manager., • Responsible for the Food Cost on the beverage part., • Carrying out inventories., • Management of order placement and their proper execution., • Training and supporting the team on a daily basis. Your Skills: • Dynamic, passionate about good products., • Confirmed experience in a similar position., • Confirmed team management., • Excellent leader and trainer., • Knowledge of mixology. Our Offer: • Highly competitive salary + bonus., • Full time role., • 2 consecutive days off per week., • 28 days paid holiday per year., • Pension scheme., • Permanent contract., • Meal on shift: we serve the staff meal before the lunch and dinner shift., • Employee discount: discount on food and drink at our restaurants for you and up to 3 of your friends, • Continuous trainings, team buildings and career opportunities: we offer a training path and concrete career opportunities., • Geographical mobility in UK & Europe across all our venues., • And much mooore! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma

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  • PROJECT MANAGER
    PROJECT MANAGER
    19 days ago
    £33000–£35000 yearly
    Full-time
    Longsight, Greater

    Project Manager Location: United Kingdom Company: Easy Green Homes Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead residential retrofit, insulation, heating, boiler, and HVAC installation projects from planning through completion. The successful candidate will oversee project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contractor coordination, quality assurance, compliance, and client communication to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities * Plan, coordinate, and deliver residential construction and retrofit projects from inception to completion. * Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and delivery programmes. * Coordinate contractors, suppliers, consultants, and site teams to ensure efficient project execution. * Liaise with clients, architects, surveyors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. * Monitor project progress, quality, costs, and timelines while managing risks and resolving issues. * Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, Building Regulations, and company procedures. * Manage procurement, material deliveries, project documentation, reporting, invoicing, and project close-out. * Identify defects, implement corrective actions, and maintain accurate project records. * Utilise Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and project management software to monitor project performance and communicate progress. Required Skills * Strong project planning, scheduling, and organisational skills. * Excellent leadership and stakeholder management abilities. * Budgeting, cost control, procurement, and resource management experience. * Knowledge of construction project delivery and contract administration. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and project management software. Qualifications & Experience * Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Project Management, Business Management, or a related discipline. * Professional certification such as PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ, or an equivalent project management qualification is desirable. * Minimum 1–2 years' experience managing residential construction, retrofit, heating, insulation, or energy efficiency projects. * Good understanding of UK Building Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and construction project lifecycle management. * Proven experience coordinating contractors, suppliers, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams. What We Offer * Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. * Opportunities for professional development and career progression. * Exposure to innovative residential retrofit and sustainable construction projects. * A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive working environment. * Ongoing training and access to modern project management tools and technologies. * The opportunity to contribute to the UK's transition towards more energy-efficient homes. About Easy Green Homes Easy Green Homes is a UK-based energy efficiency and home improvement company committed to delivering high-quality retrofit and construction solutions that help homeowners improve energy performance and reduce carbon emissions. Our services include insulation, heating systems, boiler installations, ventilation, renewable energy solutions, and residential retrofit projects, all delivered in accordance with UK Building Regulations and industry best practices.

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  • Junior Sous Chef
    Junior Sous Chef
    7 days ago
    £18.71 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group, the brainchild of Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 10 years we have opened the doors of 36 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Italy, Belgium and Ireland), the United Arab Emirates (Dubai) and Mexico (Mexico City). Our mission? To share the special ambience of the most beautiful places of Italian tradition, creating unique moments of sharing with our customers. Take the lead with La Squadra as JUNIOR SOUS CHEF in Manchester 🇬🇧 For Circolo Popolare , our restaurant in Manchester (No 1, St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row), we are looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef who will become the leader and Chef of tomorrow. Your main tasks: FROM CREATION TO PLATE EXECUTION • Participate in the menu change process alongside the Executive Chefs, contributing to a unique culinary experience., • Speed and precision at the pass will be your hallmark., • Ensure every dish is perfect, adhering to the Group's recipes and standards. OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY • You are the Chef's right hand, ensuring everything is impeccable: compliance with hygiene standards, a well-organized team, and checks always aligned with objectives., • Manage Food Costs like a true leader: zero waste, flawless inventories, and always on-time orders., • Plan, organize, and lead the brigade with energy and precision. SUCCESS IS BUILT ON TEAMWORK • Train and support your team daily, sharing passion and professionalism., • Build your Squad: your leadership creates harmony and makes the workplace stimulating and positive. Our offer: • Highly competitive salary, • Full time role, • 2 consecutive days off per week, • 28 days paid holiday per year, • Pension scheme, • Permanent contract, • Meal on shift: we serve the staff meal before the lunch and dinner shift, • Employee discount: discount on food and drink at our restaurants for you and up to 3 of your friends, • Continuous trainings, team buildings and career opportunities: we offer a training path and concrete career opportunities., • Geographical mobility in UK & Europe across all our venues, • And much mooore! START DATE: asap BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma

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  • Warehouse and Workshop employee
    Warehouse and Workshop employee
    1 month ago
    £13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Trafford Park, Stretford

    Main duties include: • Preparing, assembling, templating, and cutting of aluminium floors to written instructions – training is provided, • Ensuring cleanliness, tidiness, and safety of work environment, • Loading and unloading delivery vehicles, • Accepting delivery of inventory, • Counting and confirming inventory, • Inspecting inventory for damage and faults, • Communicating errors to relevant parties, • Marking and labelling stock, • Storing inventory in accessible manner, • Loading and wrapping stock on pallets, • (Building loads with forklift), • Handle and transport products, materials, and equipment, • Use power tools and machinery (e.g., forklifts) when needed, • Follow instructions from supervisors to perform manual labour tasks Role Requirements: • English language, and work authorisation for United Kingdom, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy loads of up to 40 pounds, undeterred by heights etc.), • Ability and willingness to learn, • Great work attitude, and good moral character, • Positive work history and ability to maintain solid attendance, • Good hand-eye coordination, • Communication and teamwork skills, • Commitment to safety rules, • Apprenticeship or specialization is an asset, but not necessary., • Work experience as general labourer, preferably in warehouse, welcome but no requirement, • Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus, • Training will be carried out on the job for any special requirements of the role, • Forklift truck licence is a plus but not a must. We would arrange a forklift truck course if required Further details Prior experience is not required for this full-time position. Are you looking for a long-term role and are ready to start immediately? The job is directly with the company, not through an agency. • Full time position | 6 months temporary contract | temp to perm, • Working hours: Mon-Fri, no weekend work Mon-Thurs: 8.00-16.30 |Fri: 8.00-14.00 • Work location: Trafford Park, • Start: ASAP If this role if for you, please apply now with your CV. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm Benefits: • On-site parking, • Transport links Schedule: • Monday to Friday, • No weekends Ability to commute/relocate: • Trafford Park: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: • Warehouse experience: 1 year (preferred), • Warehouse: 1 year (preferred), • Workshop: 1 year (preferred) Language: • English (required) Licence/Certification: • Driving Licence (preferred)

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  • Retail Assistant
    Retail Assistant
    1 month ago
    £12.21–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Job Title: Retail Assistant Location: South London (Multiple Stores) Salary: £12.21 – £13.85 per hour Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time | Flexible Shifts Start Date: Immediate — First Come, First Served About the Role We are hiring Customer Service Assistants for a leading UK supermarket brand across multiple South London stores. Positions are available immediately on a first come, first served basis — full-time, part-time, and flexible shifts are all on offer. You will be the face of the store, helping customers, keeping shelves stocked, and making sure every shopper has a great experience. No previous retail experience is needed — a positive attitude and willingness to work hard is all we ask. Full training is provided from day one. Key Responsibilities • Delivering friendly, helpful customer service on the shop floor and at the till, • Processing customer transactions accurately and efficiently, • Restocking shelves, fridges, and displays and ensuring correct pricing, • Rotating stock and checking expiry dates in line with food safety guidelines, • Keeping your area clean, tidy, and well-presented throughout your shift, • Supporting self-checkout areas and assisting customers as needed, • Assisting with deliveries, stock checks, and back-of-house tasks, • Following all store health, safety, and security procedures Requirements • Right to work in the United Kingdom, • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking, • Friendly and customer-focused with good communication skills, • Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, • Able to stand for extended periods and carry out light physical tasks, • Previous retail or customer service experience is an advantage but not essential Hours Available • Part-time: 16 – 24 hours per week, • Full-time: 37 – 40 hours per week, • Shifts: Early mornings, days, late evenings, and weekends What We Offer • £12.21 – £13.85 per hour depending on experience, • 28 days paid holiday including bank holidays, • Staff discount in-store, • Workplace pension with employer contributions, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Funded training and development, • Clear progression opportunities — many of our managers started on the shop floor How to Apply Click Apply Now and upload your CV. No cover letter needed. Roles are being filled immediately — the sooner you apply, the sooner you start. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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  • Performer
    Performer
    1 month ago
    £15 hourly
    Full-time
    Trafford Park, Stretford

    Immersive Retail Theatre Experience ‘In the Pink’ Manchester’s first immersive Retail Theatre experience is seeking its Founding Cast, as a Global beauty brand is opens its flagship store at the Trafford Centre, creating something no beauty brand has done before and turning the shop floor into a stage. We’re looking for 10 exceptional performer-activators with presence, energy and the ability to connect and host in character, bringing 6 fabulous immersive performance area’s to life, every single day. 5 interactive performance Zones. 5 Character Hosts. 1 extraordinary experience. What does the role involve? You’ll be trained and directed by industry professionals, given a costumed character role, and placed at one of five beautifully designed stations where you’ll engage, entertain and guide customers through a genuinely unforgettable brand experience as your Character. Who are we looking for. We’re looking for two types of people: Professional or trained actors who want a sustained, regular performance day job they can be proud of — one that fits around a broader acting career. Emerging performers and brand enthusiasts — people with natural stage presence, a passion for beauty and the ambition to develop real performance skills in one of the most high-profile retail settings in the North of England. No formal training is required, but you must have the personality, professionalism and drive to deliver. What’s on offer: ✦ Regular contracted paid performance work 15.00per hour: ✦ Professional director-led training & retail training ✦ A CV-worthy credit in a landmark retail experience ✦ The opportunity to join a long-term performer roster The curtain rises 2nd July. Applications are open now. Apply today with CV, a recent photo and any performance experience. Your stage is waiting.

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