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Lecturer in Catering and Hospitality Location: Rotherham Salary: £29,455 to £33,487 (depending on experience and qualifications) a year + benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing Date: 01st June 2026 Are you an experienced Professional Chef with a strong understanding of Front-of-House (FOH) operations? We are seeking a dynamic Lecturer to join our dedicated Catering & Hospitality team, operating within a dual-purpose framework: delivering high-quality training and expanding our commercial operations, including our successful training restaurant and events service. About the Role This crucial role is designed to bridge the gap between kitchen production and customer service, ensuring our students gain the cohesive, industry-standard experience required for high-level employability. You will directly contribute to the College’s strategic goals for growth, financial sustainability, and educational excellence. The role of lecturer is to equip our students with skills for their future through the delivery of outstanding education and training and inspire students to achieve their potential. This role offers you the opportunity to do this every day. It is the job satisfaction that comes from this that makes a teaching role special. As a Lecturer focused on both Culinary Skills and Hospitality integration, your duties will include: Teaching and Learner Development • Deliver engaging, industry-relevant practical and theory sessions in professional cookery and related subjects., • Mentor students and support their progress towards achieving qualifications (including Apprenticeships) and full employment readiness., • Contribute to menu planning, costing, and delivery for both the curriculum and our college’s restaurant (The Wharncliffe) and other commercial events., • Work collaboratively with the Front of House Lecturer to ensure the seamless, professional operation of the commercial restaurant and events service. Enhanced Commercial Viability: Driving income generation and profitability through expanded restaurant and event operations. Curriculum Quality: Ensuring high-quality delivery and assessment aligned with industry and qualification standards. Student Employability: Modelling and facilitating the vital coordination between kitchen and service roles. Join us to drive innovation, bridge key departmental functions, and shape the careers of our future hospitality leaders. You will… You will have proven experience as a Professional Chef in a demanding commercial hospitality environment as well as a strong understanding of front-of-house operations and excellent customer service principles. You will have teaching experience in an educational or training setting. Previous experience with apprenticeships would be desirable too. You will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to inspire learners with a strong commitment to maintaining professional and educational standards with further and higher education. You will need a relevant vocational qualification (minimum Level 3 or equivalent) in a culinary/hospitality subject. You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths. What is the RNN Group? RNN Group’s main goal is to be an ‘outstanding’ education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for RNN Group, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

A prominent pub operator is seeking an Assistant Manager for their St Margarets Tavern in Twickenham. The role involves assisting in the management of a busy gastro pub, overseeing staff training, and event planning. Benefits include competitive salary, potential for advancement, and discounts at pu

Business Support Manager Location: Chessington with on-site parking Salary: £35k to £45k plus pension contribution, wellbeing platform, EAP, bonus scheme, half day Fridays, social food events once a month, team socials for an award-winning company! Office based role with possibility of hybrid in the future Are you ready to drive change in a dynamic organisation dedicated to sustainability? Join our client, a purpose-driven, award-winning collective of innovative brands, as their new Business Support Manager. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future while supporting a mission that truly matters. My client is a collective of brands committed to sustainability and positive impact. Their portfolio includes leaders in responsible technology solutions. They are passionate about empowering change and creating a long-lasting legacy. As the Business Support Manager, you'll be integral to the organisation's daily operations, providing strategic and operational support to the Directors. Your responsibilities will include: Organisational Planning: Own and execute the organisational calendar, coordinating key meetings and events that bring our team together. Project Coordination: Lead cross-business projects, ensuring effective collaboration and timely delivery of initiatives. Event Management: Plan and oversee a variety of internal and external events, from large social gatherings to smaller networking activities. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a central point of contact for stakeholders, managing communications and ensuring alignment across teams. What We're Looking For: A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience. Proven experience in business support or project coordination in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Strong organisational and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Advanced IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office.Desirable: PRINCE 2 project management qualification. Experience with budget management and supplier negotiations. Graphic design skills to support the development of marketing materials. Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Our client is seeking an Event Marketing Specialist to manage and deliver their international events and webinar programme, with a strong focus on lead generation, customer engagement and supporting sales pipeline growth. Working closely with the Head of Marketing and wider marketing team, you will take ownership of the end-to-end planning and delivery of both virtual and in-person events, including trade shows, conferences and webinars. The role will involve managing approximately 20 physical events and 5 webinars per year, ensuring they align with wider marketing and commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities * Plan and deliver international events and webinars from concept through to post-event reporting * Manage event logistics, timelines, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery * Support budget planning, forecasting, and ongoing management for events * Support audience generation campaigns in collaboration with marketing teams. * Work closely with sales teams to maximise engagement and pipeline opportunities through events * Manage relationships with event organisers, agencies and vendors. * Monitor and report on event performance and ROI, using tools such as Salesforce Key attributes * 3+ years’ experience managing physical and virtual event marketing programmes (Essential) * Experience delivering international events and webinars * Strong project management and organisational skills * Experience working with vendors and cross-functional teams * Confident using webinar platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams * Experience managing event budgets and reporting on performance * Degree or qualification in Marketing or Business (Desirable) * Experience with Salesforce or marketing automation platforms (Desirable) Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment’s Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you. Consultant: Donna Jackson

Business Support Manager (Part-Time) Location: Chessington, Surrey (On-Site) Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £20,000 – £25,000 per annum Join a Purpose-Driven Business Making a Real Difference WE Talent is proud to be recruiting on behalf of an exciting, fast-growing organisation within the sustainability, circular economy, and ethical technology sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, highly organised, and commercially aware Business Support professional to join a dynamic leadership team in a varied and influential role. Reporting directly to the CEO and COO, this position is central to the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation, combining executive support, business operations, project coordination, strategic planning, and event management. The Role As Business Support Manager, you will be the operational “go-to” person across the business, ensuring senior leaders are supported, projects are delivered, and business functions operate efficiently. You will provide strategic and operational support to the CEO and COO, coordinate Senior Leadership Team and Executive Board meetings, manage organisational planning and business calendars, and lead internal and external events including conferences, awards, networking, and company celebrations. You will also support cross-functional projects and annual business planning, oversee office management and administrative functions, manage supplier relationships, budgets, and procurement, prepare presentations, reports, proposals, and stakeholder communications, drive process improvements and operational efficiencies, and act as a key liaison across internal teams and external partners. About You You will be highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and have previous experience in business support, operations, project coordination, or executive support. You will be commercially minded with strong business awareness, confident working closely with senior stakeholders, proactive, energetic, and solutions-focused. You should be comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and be a strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills. Essential Requirements Previous experience in a similar business support, operational, or project-focused role is essential, along with advanced Microsoft Office and business systems proficiency, strong organisational and planning capabilities, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. Desirable Experience PRINCE2 or project management qualifications would be advantageous, alongside budget management experience, supplier negotiation skills, and graphic design or presentation creation experience. Why Apply? This is an exceptional opportunity to join an innovative, values-led business committed to sustainability, ethical excellence, and positive social impact. You’ll be joining a collaborative organisation that values fun, responsibility, energy, support, and honesty. Ideal Backgrounds This role would suit candidates from backgrounds such as Senior Executive Assistant, Business Operations Coordinator, Office Manager, Project Coordinator, Chief of Staff Support, or Commercial Business Support. If you are looking for a flexible part-time opportunity where you can genuinely influence business success while working closely with senior leadership, this role could be an excellent fit. WE Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment. By applying for this role, you accept the Privacy Policy and Disclaimers, which can be supplied on request

Personal Assistant £180 - £250 PD (umbrella) | 3 – 6 Month Contract | Morden, Hybrid An exciting opportunity to provide high-level Personal Assistant support within a civic and mayoral office environment in a busy local government setting. This role sits at the heart of civic operations, supporting senior elected officials and ensuring the smooth delivery of mayoral duties, engagements, and events. You will operate in a highly confidential, politically sensitive environment, acting as a key coordination point between elected representatives, internal council teams, and external stakeholders. The role combines diary and executive support with event coordination, communications, and civic administration. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive PA support to senior civic officeholders, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations Manage complex diaries, scheduling engagements, travel time, and competing priorities Produce weekly itineraries, briefing notes, correspondence, and draft speeches Act as the primary liaison between the mayoral office, council members, officers, and external stakeholders Support the planning and delivery of civic events, receptions, and official functions Coordinate arrangements for mayoral charity events, including administrative and promotional support Oversee office administration including confidential mail handling, records management, and documentation control Supervise support staff, delegating duties and monitoring day-to-day performance Manage civic assets including regalia, vehicles, and associated maintenance schedules Support budget tracking, petty cash management, and charitable account administration Essential Skillset Proven experience in a senior PA, EA, or executive support role Strong diary and schedule management within a fast-paced environment Excellent written communication skills (reports, correspondence, briefing notes) High level of discretion and ability to operate in confidential or political settings Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Experience supporting senior stakeholders or leadership teams Confident user of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) Experience coordinating events, meetings, or public-facing engagements Ability to supervise or coordinate junior staff or support personnel Package & Benefits £180 – £250 per day (Umbrella contract rate) Ongoing contract assignment Hybrid working arrangement with on-site presence in Morden required for key duties and events Exposure to high-profile civic and mayoral operations Varied and dynamic workload across executive support, events, and stakeholder coordination

Our client are seeking a proactive and passionate Reception & Facilities Coordinator to take on a wide range of interesting and varied tasks, having overall ownership for the smooth running of the Reception and Facilities function. Your responsibilities will include: Reception: • Administering all incoming enquiries via telephone, email, and other media, using internal IT systems to correctly transfer phone calls., • Answering general queries from visitors/employees, signposting them to the relevant team/individual where appropriate., • Welcoming guests visiting site, and ensuring they are well supported during their visit., • Providing support for meeting room coordination/bookings for Sutton site, and coordinating onsite catering for events/meetings where required., • Supporting employees/visitors with courier, hire car, taxi, and other travel arrangements/queries, signposting to relevant self-service tools/providers as appropriate., • Facilities Management, • Responding to any facilities-related queries raised by employees/guests to the site, ensuring that prompt action is taken where needed, liaising with building management as required, and escalating any concerns/significant topics to HSEQR (health & safety-related) or the Head of HR (all other topics) as appropriate., • Arranging 3rd party vendors to ensure all facilities-related needs (including implementation, maintenance, repairs, cleaning, etc.) are met for the Sutton site, and that the services provided are fit for purpose, of high quality, delivered in a timely fashion, and are cost-effective., • Providing facilities-related support to the Site Leads in non-Sutton sites where needed., • Event / Initiatives Coordination, • Leading on the coordination and successful rollout of key company events, ensuring from the outset that a clear project plan is in place which is closely adhered to, and ensuring expenses are tracked, budget is adhered to, and the event brief is successfully delivered. Administrative Support • General administration and ad hoc project support, including but not limited to: processing expenses for senior management, ad hoc customer/supplier communications, Business Unit data processing support, and completing specific administrative duties for the HR department (e.g. visitor visa letters, training administration support, interview booking arrangements, starter/leaver equipment coordination, etc.)., • Health & Safety, • Providing First Aid and Fire Warden services for the Sutton site, • Any other ad hoc tasks as required. Ideal Candidate: Proven office administration/facilities management/front of house experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Strong organisation skills, with the ability to track, prioritise and progress multiple tasks simultaneously without losing oversight. Highly adaptable, flexible, and resilient, comfortable handling frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and ad hoc requests while maintaining focus on key deliverables. Excellent time management skills, with a structured and methodical approach to planning, scheduling and follow-through. Friendly, welcoming, and professional demeanour with strong interpersonal skills. Strong customer service skills and a collaborative team player. Confident user of Microsoft Office skills (in particular, Outlook, MS Teams, MS Word and Excel), with the ability to use tools to organise and manage workload effectively. Trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Punctual, reliable and dependable. First Aid at Work and Fire Warden qualified, or willing to undertake relevant (company-funded). Prize Placements is acting as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We regret that we are unable to respond to all applications. If you have not heard from us within 7 days please consider that on this occasion your CV has not been selected for our client

Empower Advisory UK (a part of the BMD Group based in Australia) is a project management and advisory business that makes large, complex projects simple. Our team is composed entirely of people who have made a career in delivering large, complex projects both here in UK and in Australia and who know how to make projects deliver ahead of time and budget and generate exceptional outcomes. BMD Group is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction, and urban development business. We are dedicated to powering futures and creating legacies through a commitment to collaboration. Our team is built on the principles of collaboration and sustainability, ensuring the highest standards are met for every project and client. We are looking for a Senior Planner to join our team. The project project you will be working on is for Thames Water and based at either of their sites in Twickenham & North Surrey (Mogden, Hogsmill & Wisley) Job Summary and role description: The Senior Planner is a crucial on-site leadership role responsible for the technical and operational delivery of a construction package at a major regional infrastructure project. This role requires a proven background in large-scale infrastructure projects, with hands-on site management experience and expertise in Primavera P6 for planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning and Controls · Schedule Management: Develop, maintain, and analyse detailed project schedules for the a major infrastructure including resource and cost loading, in accordance with the project's Integrated Work Schedule (IWS). · Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitor and update the schedule to reflect actual progress, identify potential delays or issues, and provide accurate forecasts to the Project Manager. · Reporting: Prepare and issue regular progress reports, including short-term look-ahead plans and variance analyses, for internal and external stakeholders. · Risk Mitigation: Conduct critical path analysis and "what-if" scenarios to identify and mitigate schedule risks and constraints. · Change Control: Support the commercial team with technical input for time-related compensation events under the contract, ensuring all changes are accurately reflected in the P6 schedule. Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. · Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Sub-Agent on major infrastructure or water projects. · Demonstrated proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Office. · Significant main contractor civils experience, with strong knowledge of engineering principles and construction methodologies. · Experience working with the NEC form of contract is essential. · Relevant safety certifications such as SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) are typically required. · A full UK driving license is essential. · Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Benefits We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics: • grow your career with specialised learning and development programs, • be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform, • prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access, • support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available, • access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers. Diversity and inclusion We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace. So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies. We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. No agency submissions will be accepted

Compass Group PLC is seeking a confident Project Planning Manager to oversee strategic event operations at Excel London. The role focuses on delivering standout conferences and corporate events while ensuring alignment with budget and company goals. Candidates must have substantial experience in eve

Mercor is seeking Event / Hospitality Professionals to review and assess documents related to event planning and hospitality management.

A market-leading global logistics organisation is seeking an experienced Capacity Planning & Simulation Data Scientist. In this role, you will build and calibrate discrete event simulation models to support operational decisions in a complex environment.

Expertise in complex travel planning, contractor shortlisting, household move coordination, or multi-party event planning. Position: Personal Logistics / Planning Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $55–$70/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Develop long-horizon planning tasks with determ

An opportunity has arisen for a Meeting and Events Sales and Planning Manager to join us at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah. Personally meeting key event organisers during events in-house. A Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in Conferences & Events Sales & Planning at a London hotel, preferably wi

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This role will plan and deliver catering operations across Alexandra Palaces public events programme (live music, live sport, exhibitions), private hires (corporate and B2B events), and on-site outlets, including the ice café, East Court, Victorian Theatre and Park. Alexandra Palace is looking for

Join the UKs most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants.At Edwardian Hotels London, its the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests.We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience.Pro

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The Event Delivery Manager leads the SSC Events support function, overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of BDO’s events programme. Working closely with the Operations Manager, the Event Delivery Manager is responsible for the development and performance of the Events Coordinators and

You will ideally have: Previous experience within planning consultancy or a local authority planning team Experience supporting or managing planning applications A good understanding of the UK planning system and development management process A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Architecture,

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Job Description Event Manager – Unique Event Catering Company Location: South London Salary: Up to £40,000 We are excited to be working with a unique event catering company who deliver events in various central London locations and they are looking for an Event Manager to join their team.

Job Description General Manager – Restaurant & Event Space London £55,000 plus bonus ** day time/early evening hours A high-volume, all-day restaurant and events space in a prime London location is looking for a General Manager to take full control of the operation.

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