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ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Here at Puttshack we are recruiting an Assistant General Manager for our Lakeside Venue About us: Puttshack is an upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience that appeals to everyone. More than just indoor mini golf, Puttshack leans on its ground-breaking technology to elevate the game, while also serving world-class food and full bar in a cool environment. The Puttshack experience is really all about having fun – and doing something fun – together. Our Vision To create experiences where play sparks connection and joy, where our guests choose return to, time and again. Our Mission To create lasting memories for people of all generations through a shared, world-class entertainment experience Our Purpose To transform mini golf into an extraordinary social experience Our Promise Is memory-making fun! Our beliefs are simple Play is for all players, shared moments matter most, unpredictability is our secret sauce, and tech powers while play leads. Our Values: • 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 The Role: The Assistant General Manager works with the General Manager sharing the responsibility for the day to day running of the business. The AGM deputizes in the absence of the GM and will be a key liaison between the restaurant, kitchen, guest, and associates and ‘head office’. It is the ultimate goal of all associates to deliver excellent guest service and so the AGM’s greatest responsibility is to make sure that every single guest has a pleasurable experience. To achieve this, you will need to support the GM in leading and inspiring the team in all areas of the operation. Working Hours: 45 Reports to: General Manager Qualifications and Experience: • Previous experience as an Assistant General Manager in high volume F&B. What’s in it for you? • Free golf & 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6., • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Discretionary quarterly bonus, • Onboarding plan 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), • Enhanced maternity & Paternity *, • Free meal on shift, • Enrolment to our communication community – PuttApp, • Wagestream membership - access 50% of your wages as you work, building pots and financial support. Overview • Bring everyone into play., • Bring your 'A' Game each and every day., • Lead by example by demonstrating Puttshack Core Values., • Develop the team through coaching and purposeful feedback., • Drive Associate engagement and entrepreneurial spirit., • Focused on excellent standards of guest service, the quality of food, drink and entertainment and exceeding our guests’ expectations, • Involved in assisting the GM with recruitment, training and development and setting exceptionally high standards throughout the business, • Responsible for assisting the GM in ensuring that everything necessary for the smooth running of the operation is carefully planned and execute., • Accountable for sales, profit, staffing and stock control targets as set by the GM, • Promote safe operational standards for both Guest and Associate safety., • Ensure that brand and operating standards are met., • Monitor guest survey feedback and help team adjust as needed to ensure guest satisfaction., • Works to create a can-do team culture in the host and throughout the operation. Key Responsibilities: BUSINESS Forecasting and controls – assist the GM with planning ahead in order to maximize financial opportunities; anticipate the business in order to ensure costs reflect business levels P&L – achieve and maximize sales and profit targets as set by the GM; assist the GM with monitoring expenditure and follow proper procedure with exceptional expenditure Financial administration – assist the GM with maintaining cash control and complete timely and accurate banking reconciliation; investigate discrepancies; monitor and report on comps and voids; provide accurate data between venue and outsourced accounts Stock – ensure that stock control and budgets are adhered to; ensure correct purchasing procedures are followed; undertake monthly stock takes as directed by the GM; assist the GM to ensure the consistent quality, rotation and levels of stock Premises – assist the GM in ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the venue Health and Safety – assist the GM in establishing, maintaining and monitoring the highest standards of hygiene and H&S in accordance with all statutory, legal and company requirements. Equipment – assist the GM as required with overseeing the maintenance of equipment; report any issue in a timely manner; follow-up diligently, particularly with technology and any issue which might impact on health and safety obligations PEOPLE Administration – take responsibility for administration following established procedures, including schedules, organisation, deployment, managing holidays Motivation – assist the GM in leading the team; inspire and motivate them to realise their maximum potential and ensure everyone is fully committed to the growth and profitability of the business Recruitment – follow established procedures; ensure all staff are legally entitled to work in the UK, induction is completed and documented Training and Development – assist the GM in the appraisal of associates; create plans to address any performance issues; identify development opportunities Welfare and Discipline – follow company policy with regard to staff welfare and ensure discipline is maintained; assist the GM in dealing with performance issues in a timely manner as required Uniform, grooming and conduct – maintain the highest standards of presentation, dress and behaviour and ensure that this is maintained by all team members Guest relations – build and maintain excellent relations; meet and greet; maintain guest loyalty Service – ensure that the provision of service and guest care are of the highest standard; consistently act as a role model in the delivery of the highest standards of service Feedback – assist the GM in dealing with written complaints promptly and inform Head Office; together with the GM propose any necessary solutions to issues raised; complete nightly report with accurate information Briefings – assist the GM with appropriate briefings to enable managers and associates to fulfil guests’ arrangements. In addition to the above duties, you will carry out such other duties as the Company reasonably directs from time to time. Our Managers • Have a genuine desire to provide the best guest experience, exceeding guest expectations and constantly reviewing and evolving the performance of themselves and the team, • Maintain the highest personal standards of conduct and performance; they are adaptable, dependable and have a strong work ethic., • Have impeccable presentation., • Have good working relationships with everyone they come into contact with at work, behaving in a friendly, courteous and professional way.

🧹 CLEANING OPPORTUNITY - CAN YOU HELP? 🧹 We're Looking for a Domestic Assistant Do you know a friend or family member who may be interested in joining our cleaning team? Or could you take on some or all of the available hours yourself? We currently have 20 cleaning hours available, with flexibility to work either: ✅ Morning Shift 6:00am - 11:00am OR ✅ Afternoon Shift 2:00pm - 6:00pm About the Role Join our friendly Domestic Team and help keep our school environment clean, safe and welcoming for our pupils and staff. The role involves general cleaning duties across the site, including classrooms, communal areas and facilities. Information based on We're Looking For Someone Who Is: ✔ Reliable and hardworking ✔ Able to work independently and as part of a team ✔ Organised and able to follow instructions ✔ Passionate about maintaining high standards of cleanliness ✔ Experienced in a cleaning or similar role (preferred)

Mortgage & Protection Adviser Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: £30,000–£40,000 basic, depending on experience OTE: Up to £100,000 Commission: Uncapped Forward Systems Recruitment is working with an established specialist mortgage brokerage in Basildon that is looking to add an experienced Mortgage & Protection Adviser to its team. This is a strong opportunity for an adviser who wants access to a consistent flow of inbound opportunities, uncapped earning potential and the chance to work with a varied client base, including more complex mortgage cases. The role You will work with prospective and existing clients to understand their circumstances, identify appropriate mortgage and protection solutions, and manage cases through the advice process. The business operates within a specialist area of the mortgage market and works with clients whose circumstances can be more complex than standard high-street cases, including self-employed and complex-income applicants. You will have access to a strong flow of inbound leads, allowing you to spend more of your time advising and converting clients rather than relying entirely on self-generated business. What we’re looking for • CeMAP qualified, • Around 2+ years’ mortgage advisory experience, • Current or recent experience working as a Mortgage Adviser, Mortgage Broker or Mortgage & Protection Adviser, • Strong communication and client-management skills, • Comfortable advising clients across a range of mortgage circumstances, • Commercially driven and motivated by performance-based earnings, • Able to work from the Basildon area Package • £30,000–£40,000 basic salary, depending on experience, • OTE up to £100,000, • Uncapped commission, • Strong inbound lead flow, • Exposure to specialist and complex mortgage cases, • Training and support within the firm’s specialist market This role is particularly suited to an adviser who has built a solid foundation in mortgage advice and is looking for an opportunity with greater lead flow, earning potential and room to develop. If you’re CeMAP qualified and would be open to hearing more, apply directly or contact Forward Systems Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Dart Security Services Job Overview Dart Security Services is seeking an experienced, ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to support the continued growth of our security services business. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, developing strategic partnerships and securing new contracts across the security sector. This role is ideal for someone with strong commercial awareness, excellent networking skills and previous experience within the security, facilities management or related service industry. Key Responsibilities • Identify and develop new business opportunities within the security services sector., • Generate new leads through networking, referrals, cold outreach, tender opportunities and industry events., • Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients., • Prepare professional proposals, quotations, presentations and tender submissions., • Manage the complete business development process from initial contact through negotiation and contract award., • Develop and implement strategies to increase company revenue and expand the client portfolio., • Negotiate pricing, service agreements and commercial terms with prospective clients., • Maintain an accurate pipeline of leads, prospects and opportunities using CRM or company systems., • Conduct market research and monitor competitor activity, industry trends and potential growth areas., • Represent Dart Security Services at client meetings, networking events, exhibitions and industry functions., • Work closely with operations and management teams to ensure new contracts can be delivered effectively., • Support client retention, account growth, upselling and cross-selling opportunities., • Prepare regular business development reports, forecasts and updates for senior management., • Develop relationships with decision-makers including property managers, facilities managers, construction companies, retailers, corporate clients and other organisations requiring security services., • Identify tender opportunities and assist with bids for security guarding and related service contracts. Key Requirements • Proven experience in business development, sales or account management., • Previous experience within the security industry, facilities management industry or a closely related sector is highly desirable., • Strong knowledge of security services and the commercial security market., • Excellent PR, networking and relationship-building skills., • Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills., • Ability to generate leads and convert opportunities into profitable contracts., • Commercially focused with a strong understanding of pricing, margins and contract negotiations., • Confident dealing with senior decision-makers and corporate clients., • Self-motivated, proactive and target-driven., • Strong organisational and time-management skills., • Ability to work independently while collaborating with operational and management teams., • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems., • Full UK driving licence may be advantageous where client travel is required. Preferred Industry Experience Experience working with or selling services such as: • Security guarding, • Mobile patrols, • Keyholding and alarm response, • Retail security, • Corporate security, • Construction site security, • Concierge and front-of-house security, • Event security, • Facilities management services Working Pattern Full-time, Monday to Friday. Some flexibility may be required for client meetings, networking events, site visits or business appointments outside normal working hours. Salary Competitive salary, depending on experience. Performance-related commission or bonus may be offered based on achievement of agreed sales and business development targets. Location [Insert office location] The role may involve travel to client sites, meetings and networking events. About Dart Security Services Dart Security Services provides professional security solutions to businesses and organisations across a range of sectors. We are committed to delivering reliable, professional and customer-focused security services while developing long-term relationships with our clients. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Business Development Manager who can help strengthen our market presence, identify new opportunities and secure new contracts. What We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who is: • Confident and professional, • Commercially aware, • Strong at building relationships, • Experienced in generating new business, • Comfortable negotiating contracts, • Highly motivated and target-focused, • Well connected within the security or facilities management industry How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience, particularly any previous business development experience within the security or facilities management industry. Dart Security Services is an equal opportunities employer.

Create and Evaluate Challenging Practical AI Prompts - Industry Practitioners Needed (English) • Machine Learning, • Posted Aug 22, 2026 Can AI Tackle Your Industry’s Most Complex Challenges? Help advance AI by creating practical, industry-specific prompts that test its capabilities. We are seeking experienced professionals based in the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐝𝐨𝐦 to develop high-quality AI prompts informed by their industry knowledge and hands-on experience. As an Industry Practitioner, you will create realistic, domain-specific questions and scenarios that reflect the challenges professionals encounter in their work. You will also evaluate AI-generated responses for accuracy, relevance, clarity, and overall quality. You will review responses against established guidelines, identify errors or areas for improvement, and provide consistent ratings and feedback. Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in the required language. Your contributions will help improve the accuracy and effectiveness of advanced AI systems across a range of business and professional settings. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐬: The freelancer will create realistic, work-related prompts that reflect tasks they may encounter in their day-to-day professional life. Each domain-specific prompt must meet the following requirements: ● State a clear objective. ● Specify the required inputs and expected outputs. ● Clearly define all constraints and requirements. ● Use consistent terminology and provide enough context to eliminate critical ambiguity. ● Be fully self-contained and not depend on unstated assumptions or information known only to the prompt creator. ● Represent a practical and authentic workplace task. ● Not be generated or written using AI tools. Submissions should reflect the freelancer's own knowledge, experience, and input. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: ● Prompt creation: $3 USD for each successfully completed prompt. The current average benchmark is 6 prompts per hour, or approximately 10 minutes per prompt. ● Response evaluation: $1 USD for each successfully completed evaluation. The current average benchmark is 12-20 cases per hour. ● Payments are calculated based on the total number of approved prompts and evaluations. Disclaimer: Each task/milestone activation guarantees a minimum payment of $5 USD, provided the freelancer meets the required SLA and successfully completes the assigned brief in accordance with the task requirements. 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: ● Must be an industry practitioner based in the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐝𝐨𝐦 ● A practitioner in any of the following fields or domains: • Finance & Consulting, • Product & Design, • Data & AI, • Integrated Operations, • In personal entrepreneurship / Entrepreneurs, • E-Commerce and LIVE, • Marketing & Sales, • Content Creation / Content Creators, • Functions & Support, • KOL, • Others ● Preferably have hands-on experience using AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, Codex, etc.) ● Native/fluent 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 speaker ● Can communicate in English for communication across a global based team. Please submit your proposal, along with relevant highlights or samples from your experience for consideration. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: To be considered for this project, the freelancer must complete this form (this will take less than 10 minutes to complete): https://forms.gle/LboWWQZ9pE76UN8t7 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬: • Please note that participation in this project is contingent upon successful completion of onboarding and available tasks to work on., • Freelancers are paper screened to ensure they are eligible for hire, • Offer is sent from the client once a freelancer is deemed eligible for hire 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬: • Submit your proposal, • Complete the Google Form linked above, • Submitted responses will be reviewed, and only eligible candidates will be contacted, • If you receive an offer, provide documentation as requested to the Upwork Compliance team, • Accept your offer, • The hiring manager will contact you when they're ready for you to begin work 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: As you go through the proposal process with this client, please keep in mind the confidentiality agreement in section 15 of the Upwork User Agreement. Note that any and all information received from or about this client is subject to the confidentiality agreement and may not be disclosed to anyone. Disclosure: All payments are split in half with the agency

WE’RE HIRING – MULTIPLE ROLES Securtech is growing, and we’re looking for talented, driven and reliable people to join our team across multiple areas of the business. We specialise in commercial fit-out, shopfitting, refurbishment and construction, delivering projects from the initial opportunity and quotation through to design, construction and final handover.We’re not recruiting for just one position. We are interested in people across office, commercial, management and site-based roles. Roles We’re Recruiting For Administration & Finance Supporting the day-to-day operation of the business, including: • General administration, • Document and record management, • Invoices and purchase records, • Supplier and subcontractor documentation, • Project paperwork, • Cost and payment tracking, • Supporting the wider management team Business Development Helping identify and secure new opportunities for the company.Responsibilities may include: • Finding potential clients and projects, • Developing new business relationships, • Following up enquiries and leads, • Attending meetings and site visits, • Understanding client requirements, • Supporting the business from initial enquiry through to quotation Sales Managing enquiries and helping convert opportunities into secured projects.This may include: • Speaking with prospective clients, • Understanding their requirements, • Following up quotations, • Maintaining client relationships, • Coordinating with estimating and project teams, • Helping move opportunities from enquiry to confirmed project Estimator Responsible for understanding the scope of proposed works and producing accurate, competitive quotations.This may include: • Reviewing drawings and specifications, • Carrying out site surveys, • Taking measurements and quantities, • Preparing material and labour costs, • Obtaining supplier and subcontractor prices, • Producing detailed quotations, • Identifying exclusions, risks and potential variations, • Working closely with Sales, Project Management and Procurement Design & Technical Supporting the technical development of projects before and during construction.Depending on experience, responsibilities may include: • Reviewing construction drawings, • Producing or coordinating layouts, • Developing technical details, • Checking dimensions and specifications, • Coordinating design information with site teams, • Identifying potential construction issues before work begins Project Management Taking responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to completion.Responsibilities may include: • Planning and programming works, • Coordinating labour, subcontractors and suppliers, • Monitoring costs and progress, • Managing client communication, • Resolving project issues, • Managing variations, • Maintaining quality and programme, • Driving projects towards successful completion and handover Site Management Managing the day-to-day delivery of our projects on site.Responsibilities may include: • Coordinating trades and operatives, • Organising daily works, • Checking workmanship and progress, • Maintaining site safety, • Managing deliveries and materials, • Reporting problems early, • Working with the Project Manager to keep the project on programme, • Preparing areas for inspection and handover Shopfitting & Multi-Trade Operatives Hands-on roles delivering our fit-out and refurbishment projects.We are interested in people with experience in areas such as: • Carpentry and joinery, • Drylining and partitions, • Ceilings, • Painting and decorating, • Flooring, • Kitchen and worktop installation, • Fixtures and fittings, • General building works, • Making good and finishing Multi-skilled candidates are particularly valuable. Logistics & Procurement Supporting projects by making sure the right materials, equipment and resources reach site when required.Responsibilities may include: • Ordering materials, • Supplier coordination, • Price checking, • Arranging collections and deliveries, • Managing tools and equipment, • Coordinating vehicles, • Monitoring project material requirements, • Preventing delays caused by missing materials Who We’re Looking For We’re interested in people at different stages of their careers.You may already be experienced in your field, or you may have strong potential and be looking for an opportunity to develop.Across every role, we value: • Reliability, • Professionalism, • Good communication, • Organisation, • Problem-solving, • Attention to detail, • Accountability, • Ability to work under pressure, • Willingness to learn, • Pride in the quality of your work Experience in construction, shopfitting, commercial fit-out or refurbishment is beneficial for many of the positions, but the exact requirements will depend on the role. Join Securtech A successful project doesn’t depend on one person.It starts with finding the opportunity, understanding what the client needs, estimating it correctly, planning the work, procuring the materials and delivering it safely and professionally on site. We’re looking for people who want to become part of that process and grow with the business. When applying, please tell us: 1. The role you’re interested in, 2. Your previous experience, 3. Location you are based, 4. Whether you hold a full UK driving licence, 5. Your availability to start Send your CV along with a brief introduction about yourself.