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­­­Summary Newly created, full time role for a small, ambitious café, located front and centre in the ground floor of our mixed use hospitality and workspace building in Peckham. The role will be hands-on, running and operating the café on a day to day basis and overseeing the café & floor team, to create an excellent, well established neighbourhood destination with the support of the Venue Manager and wider management team. . With expert training offered, this is a great opportunity for someone who has been a successful cafe assistant manager or head barista for at least 2 years, and is looking to take the next step in their career. It’s a chance to come in at the beginning and help create and shape the new team as part of a collaborative, progressive venue which is full of life and open to all. We’re looking for an organised, engaging, business-minded person who fully understands our customers. Applicants should have spent at least 2 years in specialty coffee, with 1 year in cafe management or 2 years at a senior level. SCA Intermediate is preferable. Company Description Rye Lane Cornerhouse is home to a huge number of independently operated small businesses in the centre of Peckham. We run a shared workspace (via our sister company Market Peckham) and food hall, as well as acting as landlord and building manager to a music venue, gym, rooftop bar and restaurant. We’re a multifaceted, independent business focussing on offering an evolving, high quality platform for a diverse group of businesses and operators, which translates into an energetic and varied local destination for our customers. As we evolve and grow our operations to launch a new café in May, we’re looking for a professional and engaged Café & Assistant Venue Manager who can embed themselves in the life of our building, and work in a structured and creative way to maximise our collective offer, customer service, local appeal and footfall. Key Tasks: Responsibility for the day to day running and operation of the café set within our ground floor food hall, supported by the Venue Manager and wider management team, as well as assisting in the oversight and operation of the food hall. Responsibilities include; 1. Operational leadership – overseeing day to day operations of the café, managing a team to embed a motivated and enjoyable culture, implementing SOPs to ensure highly consistent, excellent standards, and monitoring inventory and supplies (all supported by the Venue Manager) 2. Customer experience – providing an exceptional, welcoming and memorable experience for every single customer, ensuring the space always looks beautiful, proactively engaging with customers and community to gather feedback and address concerns, and implementing initiatives to enhance customer loyalty and satisfaction 3. Financial management – adhering to budgets, exceeding sales targets and generating sustainable, healthy margins for the café, as well as feeding into strategic decision making to improve customer experience and business performance 4. Quality control – ensure the consistent delivery of a high-quality full hot and cold food and drinks menu, created and supported by a collective of creative, highly experienced industry professionals, as well as implementing and enforcing health and safety and general upkeep standards Required Skills; - Commercial Awareness - Strong understanding of café operations and financials. - Ability to set achieve sales and revenue targets. - Experience in cost control and menu pricing. - Knowledge of current trends and innovations in the UK hospitality industry. Leadership & Team Management - Self-starting and highly motivated - Proven ability to oversee, motivate, and encourage a diverse team. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with team members, collaborators and customers. - Ability to promote a positive and supportive work environment for maximum productivity. Customer Service & Operations - Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on exceeding guest expectations, and setting a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for all. - In-depth knowledge of coffee as well as preparation techniques and equipment. - Good knowledge of UK food hygiene and safety regulations. - Ability to handle customer complaints and resolve issues in a professional and timely manner. - Detail-focussed, with a proven track record in maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and presentation throughout venues. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making - Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and in fast-paced environments. - A proactive approach to anticipating and mitigating potential risks and challenges. - Excellent organisational and planning skills to ensure smooth daily operations and event execution. Additional Skills - Proficiency in relevant POS systems. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Commitment to continuous learning and development within the hospitality industry. If you’re interested we’d love to hear from you!

Brew’s is a new coffee shop and bar located on Camden High Street and is in partnership with Camden Open Air Gallery. COAG is a platform champion budding artists, musicians, creatives, and entrepreneurs, crafting a dynamic and singular hub which focuses on propelling the careers of what we foresee as the next wave of high street innovators whilst shining a spotlight back on Camden. We want to make Camden epicentre for the next generation of creatives and out of the box thinkers to home their skills and launch their careers. At the heart of this is a focus on Community, A coffee shop can be the cornerstone of a community where you run into people, where you can come and relax and that’s what BREW’S is here to do for Camden high street. Job Overview: As the Coffee Residency Manager, you will oversee the daily operations from making the coffee through to the marketing and tik Tok pages. This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage coffee service excellence while integrating smoothly with gallery events and exhibitions. You will ensure operational efficiency, exceptional customer service, and align coffee operations with our artistic and cultural events. Key Responsibilities: Operations and Coffee Management: Manage daily operations ensuring integration with gallery activities. Supervise all aspects of coffee preparation and service, ensuring compliance with health standards. Develop and maintain systems for inventory and supply chain management. Staff Management: Coordinate staff scheduling, training, and manage all HR related activities. Build a team culture that supports BREW’s ethos and customer service standards. Financial Management: Oversee financial transactions and maintain accurate records. Prepare financial reports and analyses for internal use and compliance. Marketing and Customer Engagement: Develop and execute marketing strategies that complement the gallery’s themes and attract a diverse clientele. Engage customers through educational events like coffee tastings and workshops. Quality Control: Uphold BREW’s standards of coffee quality and customer service. Implement continuous improvement practices for product and service offerings. Supplier and Community Relations: Maintain robust relationships with suppliers, emphasizing sustainable and ethical sourcing. Work with local community groups to enhance the gallery’s community integration. Requirements: Proven experience in coffee shop management or similar roles. Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage teams effectively. Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities. A passion for coffee, with extensive knowledge of coffee brewing techniques. Experience in event management or working in a culturally vibrant environment is a plus. Financial literacy, with experience in budgeting and financial management. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. If you don't have all the above, but think you are still a good fit for the job please still apply! What We Offer: The opportunity to work in a unique, young, and diverse team in a dynamic environment where coffee, music, fashion and art intersect. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and development within the coffee and art sectors.

When you play the game of gourmet burgers, you flip or you fry – because we don’t do microwaves – our meals are freshly prepared by only the finest of grill champions. If you’re a talented chef with a passion for learning and a desire to succeed, we may have just what you need – a future... not just a job. What do we look for in a GBK Grill Chef (apart from a love for burgers)? A passion for all things burgers, fries, milkshakes and a love of cooking & constructing mouth watering dishes Pride in achieving the highest levels of cleanliness and health & safety throughout the kitchen in a team and individually Ability to work well under pressure and take control when needed, including experience of working in a high volume, fast paced kitchen environment. Finally, the ability to have fun at work and not take life too seriously - We're too casual for that! What’s in it for you (the important bit!)? A chance to build a career in an exciting industry where no two days are ever the same and if you would love to further your career with us we'll take you as far as you want to go with our on the job, continuous training and career development opportunities within any of our brands. Benefits 50% Discount off your total bill for you and 5 friends in all of our brands (T&C's apply) Exclusive access to discounts through our BRG Spark App on 1000's of online and high-street retailers, and restaurants 20% off at Carluccio’s retail gift shop & deli purchases Access to free Mortgage advice Wage stream – Access to advanced pay Access to our Financial & Wellbeing centre Access to our Healthcare Cashplan Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Refer A Friend Bonus Scheme Excellent opportunities for career development across our group of diverse brands Flexible working opportunities If you want to join a team that celebrates individuality, rewards creativity and positively encourages ambition in every role, we'd love you to be a part of the team so apply today and we will be in touch! Location: London SE22

Overview of the Role A bartender is responsible for providing a consistently high level of bar service and guest experience within the venue, including bar, dining and events space. A bartender uses their extensive product knowledge to create a personalised experience for every guest _____________________________________________________________________ Specifics of the role Hospitality Guest service Product Quality People Team welfare Training and Development HR Health and Safety Financials Labour cost Stock control Revenue driving Beverage Gross Profit Management _____________________________________________________________________ HOSPITALITY Guest Service Ensure adherence to service standards Enhance and maintain culture and practice of regular guest care Ensure guest complaints are followed up in an appropriate and timely manner Offer service in ethos of ‘above and beyond’ hospitality, including recommendation of products in line with ‘right product to right guest’ Drive spend per head without compromise of guest experience