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  • Assistant Bar Manager
    Assistant Bar Manager
    13 days ago
    £15–£17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    The Queens Head has been pouring pints since 1738 and still serves as Soho's cosy and proudly independent local. We're a wet-led pub - no kitchen, just great beer, great atmosphere, and great people. We champion quality beer, support independent breweries, host live music every Sunday, and pride ourselves on being an inclusive, welcoming space for all. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Assistant Pub Manager to help lead our team and keep the Queens Head running at its very best. Reporting to: Bar Manager, Head Office team Responsible for: Bar Staff, Supervisors, and Door Staff Job Summary • Take full responsibility for your shifts, ensuring the pub is well-managed and operating at its best from open to close, • Manage, lead, and motivate the team to deliver exceptional results, • Set the tone for a fun, welcoming atmosphere that keeps both customers and staff happy, • Make sure every guest leaves having had a brilliant experience with great products and service to match, • Get to know your regulars, build real relationships, and play an active role in growing the business, • Keep on top of compliance - you know the rules and make sure the team does too, • Hold high cleanliness standards and make sure checklists are followed correctly, • Oversee stock and cellar management, including regular line cleans, • Manage customer flow effectively - making smart use of space, balancing walk-ins and bookings, and keeping an eye on capacity to maximise turnover without ever compromising on customer experience or compliance Why Work With Us? • You'll be based in the heart of Soho - one of London's most exciting neighbourhoods, on the doorstep of world-class theatres, restaurants, and bars, • We've got something a lot of Soho venues don't - a genuine community feel with a loyal, friendly crowd who keep coming back, • We're independently run with a hardworking, fun, and inclusive team in a proudly LGBTQIA+ friendly environment, • 40 hours a week with a fair and considerate rota, plus overtime opportunities, • Weekly pay, • 28 days paid holiday a year, • A weekly drinks tab - you earn £1 for every hour you work, • 20% discount for you, your friends, and family, • Paid external training courses and career development opportunities, • Staff days out, brewery tours, and supplier visits throughout the year, • Christmas and summer parties Who Are You? • Someone who leads by example, takes pride in being professional, and knows that a great team starts with a great attitude at the top, • A team player who keeps communication strong and brings positive energy to those around them, • Hospitable by nature, with the ability to make customers and staff feel welcome and at ease, • Passionate about hospitality and pubs, with a genuine interest in industry trends and product knowledge, • Cool, calm, and collected when things get busy. But doesn't switch off when it quietens down - you use the slower periods to keep standards high, the team engaged, and the pub in great shape for when it picks back up., • Presentable and confident when talking to customers and representing the venue, • Aware of health and safety responsibilities and takes them seriously Must Haves: • You've managed a team before and know how to get the best out of people, • Reliable - great timekeeping and attendance matter to us, • Solid knowledge of draught dispense, beer, wine, and spirits, • A Personal Licence holder, • Confident handling of conflict calmly and professionally, • Fluent in English, written and spoken, • Computer literacy is a must Desirables: • Experience with stock and cellar management, • Cask ale knowledge and experience in cleaning lines, • Used to putting together rotas and staff schedules, • Events and bookings management, • Professional social media management, • Happy to roll your sleeves up for basic maintenance when needed, • Worked alongside security before Pay: • Up to £17.50/h Think you're the right fit? We'd love to hear from you. Get in contact and tell us a little about yourself and why The Queens Head feels like the next step for you.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    19 days ago
    £45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    The Role: Our Sous Chef prepares, cooks and presents food quickly and efficiently, consistently making sure that the standards set out by the Head Chef are delivered every time. You will be attentive to our guest needs and wow every single guest with our amazing food. You will support the Head Chef in overseeing and directing all aspects of the kitchen operation. Experience working in a high volume and fast-paced kitchen, and a great passion for food is necessary for success in this position. *Manual Handling duty required Qualifications and Experience: • Free golf & 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6., • New starter training & buddy support to set you up for success!, • Access to continuous development through a blended learning approach., • Access to Medicash – Our health Cash back benefits platform! Includes, Dental Cover, gym discount, specialist health consultations, health screening, virtual GP, Employee assistance program, medicash discount perks and much more!, • Refer a friend – Up to £500 referral fee* (T&Cs apply), • Free meal on shift, • Associate of the month awards, • Fun team socials, competitions and incentives!, • Enrolment to our communication community – PuttApp, • Bring your ‘A’ game - We strive for excellence in everything we do, • Lead the Way - Our associates (staff) embrace and are inspired by change, • Own the Fun - We revel in our guests’ enjoyment, • Care Deeply - We take great care of our guests, our associates and the communities we call home

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  • Hospital Security Officer
    Hospital Security Officer
    19 days ago
    £14.8 hourly
    Full-time
    Kingston upon Thames

    Location: Kingston Upon Thames Salary: £14.80 per hour Hospital Security can be physically touch, mentally challenging and extremely rewarding! Position Overview: Are you ready to join our hospital security team? Assist Security Group is seeking experienced security professionals with exceptional customer service skills and a background in fast-paced environments, ideally, within NHS Hospitals. As a Security Officer, you will receive comprehensive training to handle various situations, including conflict management and physical intervention. Responsibilities & Duties: • Collaborate with the in-house security management team, following instructions from Hospital Security Managers., • Manage queues, entrances, lobbies, wards, and car parks around the hospital premises., • Provide assistance to the public, offering directions and information about the hospital and local area., • Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and contractors, ensuring a visible and vigilant security presence., • Offer support to NHS staff and respond promptly to any incidents or emergencies., • Utilize conflict management skills to de-escalate situations and minimize the need for physical intervention., • Maintain effective communication via two-way radios and accurately report activities and incidents. Requirements: • Valid Door Supervisor licence., • Must be able to commute to Kingston Upon Thames, • Right to Work in the UK., • 5-year employment/educational history., • Able to work in a fast paced, challenging environment., • Able to keep cool under pressure., • Proficiency in using two-way radios., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Professional appearance and demeanor. Preferred (but not essential) Requirements: • Previous experience in NHS environments., • Security experience with conflict management., • Additional training in Emergency First Aid, ACT, Safeguarding, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling, Conflict Management. Benefits: • Competitive pay rate., • Shift pattern covering nights, days, and weekends (24/7 site). Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Assist Security Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All recruitment decisions are based on skills, experience and suitability for the role. Reasonable adjustments will be considered throughout the recruitment process where required.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    2 months ago
    £16–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    Stanmore

    Are you a culinary visionary with a passion for leadership and soul-satisfying food? We are looking for an inspiring Head Chef to lead our kitchen and help Coco reach new heights! As the heartbeat of our back-of-house, you’ll be responsible for maintaining our high standards and keeping the kitchen fire burning bright. What You’ll Do: • Lead the Line: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring every plate that leaves the pass is perfect., • Menu Mastermind: Work on seasonal menu development and daily specials that keep our guests coming back., • Kitchen Captain: Mentor, train, and inspire a talented kitchen team to work with precision and speed., • The Bottom Line: Manage inventory, food costs, and supplier relationships to ensure the kitchen is as efficient as it is creative., • Proven Leader: Extensive experience in a senior kitchen role within a fast-paced environment., • Cool Under Fire: You thrive during a busy service and lead by example, never losing your "zen.", • Creative Flair: A deep understanding of flavours, presentation, and culinary trends., • Competitive Salary: £35k – £45k (dependent on experience) + performance bonuses., • Creative Freedom: A real voice in the direction of our menu and kitchen culture., • The Coco Perks: Complimentary staff meals, uniform allowance, and team social events., • Growth: A seat at the table in a rapidly growing business.

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  • Bilingual Italian-English Assistant Manager
    Bilingual Italian-English Assistant Manager
    2 months ago
    £25000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Are you a fluent Italian speaker with strong English skills, exceptional organisation, and ambition to grow fast in a rewarding education sector role? Join a boutique, high-standards education travel company that's been successfully connecting Italian schools and students with inspiring UK study programmes for years. We partner with fantastic freelance English teachers across key locations (Edinburgh, Cambridge, Oxford, and more) to deliver memorable, high-quality group experiences, without the company ever needing to escort groups ourselves. Everything happens from our efficient office hub. Now we're gearing up for exciting expansion (starting with Spain!), and the founder is personally looking for a talented, proactive right-hand person to train intensively and hand over increasing responsibility. This isn't just an admin job - it's your fast-track to real business ownership, decision-making involvement, and leadership in a niche, meaningful industry. What You'll Do (Hands-On & Varied - No Two Days the Same) • Craft tailored client quotations using our custom Excel tools and Word templates, turning school needs into compelling, accurate proposals, • Guide Italian schools through the full trip-planning journey: prompt, professional, warm communication from first enquiry to happy post trip feedback, • Handle Italian public procurement & compliance expertly (MEPA/Acquisti in Rete PA, ANAC), preparing, uploading, and tracking documents flawlessly to meet strict deadlines, • Orchestrate incoming student groups end-to-end: check-ins, attendance tracking, academic resources, personalised lanyards/certificates, Google Forms setup, travel cards, welcome sessions, and on-site coordination support, • Quality-check freelance teachers: verify certifications, DBS, right-to-work docs before any programme launches, • Keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes: update operational databases/files/reports, manage shared inbox, schedule Zooms, and support the founder on ad-hoc priorities, • Occasionally travel within the UK (expenses paid) to build stronger relationships with our teacher network or onboard new talent Who We're Looking For Must-Have Essentials • Native or C1/C2-level fluency in Italian, • Confident professional English (B2–C1 minimum, excellent written/spoken), • Superb organisational skills + razor-sharp attention to detail, • Real comfort with numbers, Excel (formulas, data updates, annual tool reviews), • Thrive under pressure, juggle multiple priorities without losing cool, • Proactive, initiative-driven mindset + genuine eagerness to learn and take ownership, • Humble, collaborative, positive team player who values high standards Nice-to-Haves (Big Advantages) • Any Spanish skills (B1 minimum)? Huge bonus as we prepare for Spain launch!, • Prior exposure to operations, programme coordination, education/tourism/travel, admin, or client-facing roles (even internships/volunteering count), • Recent graduates very welcome: potential and attitude trump years of experience Why join us • Direct, one-to-one mentorship from an experienced founder who will teach you the full business inside-out, • Accelerated growth: clear path to greater autonomy, higher responsibility, and future title/salary progression as we scale, • Genuine involvement in strategic decisions and international expansion, • Hybrid flexibility with a supportive, close-knit environment, no corporate bureaucracy, • Work in a purpose-driven niche: helping young Italians gain life-changing UK experiences while building a sustainable, growing business Right to work Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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    No experience
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