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About the job Job Description As Transport Operations Manager, you are responsible for the day to day managing of all transportation matters within DO & CO. This includes managing members the transport department that includes landside and airside supervisors, support staff, drivers and loaders. Overseeing the operational planning of flight and people schedules and managing the live airside and operation. Through strong communication, you will ensure all members of the transport team are aware of the expectations of their role, and how to operate safely airside. You will play a major part in supporting the DO & CO family to deliver exceptional food and service, maintaining the high reputation of DO & CO with our partners. Day to day managing of all people management processes for the Transport department both airside & landside Collaborating with other internal departments to ensure that flights are serviced on time in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure success is not limited to your department. Operational point of contact for external stakeholders such airline clients and airport contacts. Taking the lead with confidence, and being dependable during times of disruption. Motivating the team, and providing direction and guidance to Supervisors, Support team, driver and loaders on shift. Managing, reporting, and implementing any changes as required, to ensure DO & CO is compliant with the regulations relating to airside and landside operations. Having the composure and ability to adapt to stressful situations and deal with any emergencies or last-minute changes to scheduled flight operations. Taking the initiative to create and maintain an environment of continuous improvement and positivity. You will be precise and have great attention to detail when recording and completing paperwork as well as ensuring all records are up to date. Maintaining the DO & CO high standards by ensuring airside and landside deliveries are on time and in accordance with airline and airport safety standards. Maintaining good working relationships with all DO & CO family members as well as our partners, vendors, and other stakeholders. Contributing to the team’s successes in periods of disruption or where required due to heavy workload. Ensuring all aspects of the operation are assessed and all members of the department consider DO & CO a safe place to work. Taking responsibility for all your actions, support your team, and celebrate successes as a family Company Description Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress. Qualifications You are a role model, leading by example, ready to roll up your sleeves and do what is needed to give our partners the best service with a problem-solving mentality Passion and motivation for delivering high levels of safety and service standards. Well presented, professional individual with a can-do, positive attitude that indulges in team success Build strong relationships with colleagues, mentoring and motivating, creating a team spirit, encouraging them to be at their best Strong, dependable leader that will happily join and assist your team to maintain the high DO & CO standards at any given moment You are a clear and engaging communicator, strong verbal and written English, and will use a variety of methods to keep the team well informed on all important matters Flexible in the way you think, making decisions efficiently and handling change to ensure everything we do is right for our partners and the DO & CO family Have energy and drive to deliver beyond expectations and effectively balance priorities and always looking for ideas and opportunities to improve our service and operations Approachable leader that the large DO & CO Family can depend on and trust With your guidance, your department will always remain a safe place to work and operate You must have previous experience in Operations Management role. You must have a clean, 5-year checkable history due to working in a restricted zone of an airport Additional Information We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities. A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas! Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status #docolondon Department: Room Division Management Language required: English. The company As a global powerhouse within the hospitality and airline industry, DO & CO is one of the most exciting and revered businesses across the globe. From the pit lane of the Formula 1, through the iconic restaurants & hotels of Vienna and Munich, to the culinary delights served at 37,000 feet, DO & CO offers anyone joining an incredible journey to the top. At DO & CO luxury and elegance are at the forefront of everything we do. Our secret to success lies in the unwavering dedication of our staff members, who are passionate hosts committed to ensuring that each and every one of our guests feels welcomed, comfortable, and well-cared for. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, our team is always ready to go above and beyond to provide you with the highest level of service and attention to detail. With a reputation for flexibility, personal service, and exceptional product quality, DO & CO is synonymous with luxury and elegance. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our business, from the quality of our products to the excellence of our service. Our employees are the heart of our brand, and it is their exceptional dedication, love for detail, and adherence to our service-oriented principles that make DO & CO truly unique and unmistakable in the marketplace.

Job Description and Summary : To monitors and supervises aquatic activities, including overseeing swimmer safety, rescue operations and staying alert to changing water conditions To ensure that the Health Club brand is perceived by our trade partners and customers alike as the leading, highly desirable place. To always promote a positive perception of the company both internally and externally. Essential Qualification Requirement: We’re looking for safety-focused, skilled professionals to join our team. To be eligible, you must hold a valid RLSS UK Level 3 Award in Pool Lifeguarding. This is a mandatory requirement — candidates without this qualification will not be considered. Duties and responsibilities: Supervising swimming activities at the aquatic centre and making sure that safety procedures, guidelines and policies are followed. Warning of unsafe activities and enforcing water safety policies and pool regulations. Providing first aid in the event of injury, rescuing swimmers in danger or distress and administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or artificial respiration, if necessary. Assessing conditions for safety and coming up with an action plan for aquatics emergency. Inspecting pool equipment, facilities and water to make sure they are usable and safe. Supervising and assisting in cleaning equipment and facilities. Opening and closing the pool each day, depending on schedule and hours. Instructing or assisting classes in fundamentals of swimming Resolving scheduling conflicts to make sure the pool environment is safe. To ensure customer supplies and accessories are replenished as required. To ensure that Lost property is reported in line with Hotel’s Policy To ensure that maintenance issues are communicated to a Duty Manager on duty. To attend training and departmental meetings as requested. To follow all health, safety and hygiene requirements when undertaking tasks throughout the Hotel To take care of all Hotel equipment required to carry out duties and to report defects immediately To report immediately any matters concerning the Security of the Hotel to a Duty Manager on duty. To ensure that all Health & Safety hazards found in Guest Areas (corridors, staircases etc.) are reported immediately to a Duty Manager To ensure that all accidents are reported to a Duty Manager on duty. To arrive for work at the time specified on the Rota, correctly dressed for duty, as per the laid down procedure. To ensure all provided work tools / equipment’s are well maintained and in proper functional order. To ensure safety and return of all keys, in his/her possession. To ensure that a job of the day is completed in every area daily. To minimise wastage at all opportunities. Customer Relations: Demonstrate service attributes in accordance with industry expectations and company standards to include: Being attentive to guests Accurately and promptly fulfil guests’ requests Understand and anticipate guest needs Maintain a high level of knowledge which will enhance the guest’s experience Demonstrate a service attitude that exceeds expectations Take appropriate action to resolve guest complaints Key performance indicators: Attention to details Someone who is passionate about exceeding guest expectation Confident team player who can create and maintain a positive attitude with a CAN-DO mentality Team player Ability to work to strict timescales Comfortable to work in a high pressurised environment Ability to smile at all times This role requires an element of manual handling NPLQ qualification Benefits: Meals on duty Staff uniform Company pension contribution after you passing your probation period Recommend a friend reward scheme 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Dry cleaning of your uniform (if applicable) Training fund assistance of NVQ’s Awards and Recognition Programme Seasonal annual parties Staff rate with IHG hotels globally

About the job Job Description Build robust and sustainable individual relationships with all levels of contact within the Customer organisation, with positive and pro-active Customer Engagement, acting as an ambassador for the company and covering all aspects of our group trading. Understand the company’s contractual deliverables ensuring customer expectations are met or exceeded through the delivery of a high level of customer service and compliance. Support in effectively implementing and communicating account plans and activities. Attend all (relevant) internal and external meetings with the client while acting as an interface between all internal functions – operations, health and safety, menu development and senior management to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Effectively use data in all aspects of the business and to drive objective decision making Oversee and ensure customer audits (direct or third party) are managed with all internal teams including the customers performance team. Ensure inventory for nominated lines is captured and discussed on a bi-weekly basis with the client, agreeing burn-off or write-off as appropriate. Ensure the timely distribution of customer instructions and other relevant information as required within the company monitoring internal teams acknowledge and implement the same. Ensure the timely investigation and response to all customer complaints, delays, and other incidents with service impact Assist the Senior Account Manager to ensure trials are coordinated with clear objective, success criteria and measurements. Capturing action points and coordinating corrective action plans and/ or commercial impact for presentation back to the client. Oversee and ensure the accurate performance data capture against contractual KPIs, flagging trends to Process Owners and Customer and Product director, especially around OTP and safety issues. Company Description Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress. Qualifications Strong airline industry experience or demonstrable relevant industry experience (catering, logistics, retail, hospitality, operational) Demonstrable account management / customer services experience Strong interpersonal skills to build good customer and group company relationships Good presentation and team leadership skills Passion for providing excellent customer service Basic Food Safety and Hygiene understanding Ability to think strategically and commercially Strong analytical and numeracy skills Process driven and comfortable with complex data requirements Developing skills in forward planning with experience of Project Management related work Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint – with an ability and/or willingness to learn other systems as required. Experience in Paxia system highly desirable. Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional Information We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary based on experience Training and qualifications needed to perform your duty including Food Safety Qualifications Access to CIPD to expand your skills and knowledge Free on-site staff meals On-Site role Pension scheme Salary reviews in line with personal performance Opportunity to travel and work at DO & CO events nationally and internationally. Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas! The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status #docolondon Department: Account Management Language required: English. The company As a global powerhouse within the hospitality and airline industry, DO & CO is one of the most exciting and revered businesses across the globe. From the pit lane of the Formula 1, through the iconic restaurants & hotels of Vienna and Munich, to the culinary delights served at 37,000 feet, DO & CO offers anyone joining an incredible journey to the top. At DO & CO luxury and elegance are at the forefront of everything we do. Our secret to success lies in the unwavering dedication of our staff members, who are passionate hosts committed to ensuring that each and every one of our guests feels welcomed, comfortable, and well-cared for. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, our team is always ready to go above and beyond to provide you with the highest level of service and attention to detail. With a reputation for flexibility, personal service, and exceptional product quality, DO & CO is synonymous with luxury and elegance. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our business, from the quality of our products to the excellence of our service. Our employees are the heart of our brand, and it is their exceptional dedication, love for detail, and adherence to our service-oriented principles that make DO & CO truly unique and unmistakable in the marketplace.

Job overview To provide a consistent, professional approach to all guests through the highest standards of product and service. To actively contribute to meeting and exceeding hotel targets. (Important Note: This is a full-time position requiring year-round availability. The successful candidate must be able to commit to consistent attendance and fulfil all scheduled duties without seasonal interruptions). Duties and responsibilities Sales and Revenue: To be proactive with contributing to the success of the department Products and services are explained to the customer at all times to ensure the customer has the best choice available to them. To ensure all procedures pertaining to revenue capture are up-held at all times Costs and efficiency: To minimise wastage at all opportunities To actively promote an energy efficient culture throughout the department To ensure all cash/floats procedures are followed by team members: all cash/floats must be counted at the start and the end of the shift and witnessed by a supervisor or manager. This must be recorded in the float/safe book provided and you must complete all relevant information. All the float must be placed in the cash till. Customer relations: Positive working relationships are established and maintained with colleagues throughout the Hotel Customer feedback, both positive and negative are responded to appropriately and efficiently Information on customer service problems is gathered in order to improve the service offered A positive personal image is maintained at all times The needs of the customer are kept in balance with the needs of the organisation All guests are received and offered assistance in a positive manner at all times Operational requirements: To answer all telephone calls and guest requests in a polite and professional manner Meeting rooms bookings are handled according to departmental procedures Back and front of house service areas and equipment are prepared, maintained and cleared Function rooms are prepared, maintained and cleared Able to set up functions’ rooms Glassware, crockery and cutlery are cleaned and stored in accordance with Hotel procedures Cleaning is undertaken within the food and beverage areas as required Functions rooms are prepared according to the requirements of business Conference breaks are served promptly, accurately and according to the standards of the department Drink orders are taken and served following departmental procedures Wine orders are prepared, taken and served accordingly Customer satisfaction is monitored throughout the meal and any remedial actions taken as required All customer feedback, positive and negative is reported to the Team Manager or Supervisor To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by Hotel To adhere to the Food Hygiene Regulations and Licensing Laws To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times Skills: Excellent customer service skills. Commercial awareness. Flexibility. Good interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Problem-solving skills. Organisational skills. Teamwork skills.

SCOPE & GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB To supervise and manage a section of the kitchen to ensure that objectives are met in relation to all food prepared within the hotel. JOB SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES To maintain regular and effective communication within the team and at all levels Performance standards are clearly communicated to every individual and is understood Technical and personal standards are high Staff are proud to belong to the team and the section Staff movements, communication and coordination within the section is effective. Sous Chef is informed of changes in keeping with payroll schedules. A system is in place for requesting time-off and is understood by staff. Hours are monitored, and potential problems are raised with Sous Chef/ Head Chef. All staff receive high quality performance feedback Appropriate action is taken to deal will all levels of performance Trends are monitored and consulted with Sous Chef for a suitable response Confidence in the application of policies and procedures Staff issues are brought to the attention of the Sous Chef Daily meetings are attended, and information effectively passed on to the team. Staff are fully informed of changes in the kitchen and to the section. Training & Development To arrange induction and training of staff to meet the required standard of performance, ensuring that all training is recorded on individual training record sheets. To provide coaching to Commis Chef to develop confidence, knowledge and skills. To ensure that all staff are well-versed in legal requirements and established standards are maintained. Act as section trainer for Commis Chefs and Demi-Chef de Partie · Planned section induction is carried out for new starters · All staff hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate · Working with the Sous Chef, technical skills for different roles are identified and training needs analysis is carried out on a rolling basis Food Quality To ensure that food hygiene standards are exemplary at all times so that legal and company requirements are met. To ensure that correct mis-en-place has been affected before service and that the staff are completely familiar with the production of dishes on the menu. To ensure the correct preparation, presentation and service of dishes to the guests and also the staff restaurant according to the standards of the hotel. Swabs and other required procedures are carried out according to company standards Best practice is adapted to suit the hotel’s operation Safe and hygienic working practices are demonstrated during every shift Action is taken swiftly to correct any observed contravention in health, safety or hygiene practices. Service is calm and organised Raw and high-risk roods are prepared separately Food preparation areas are cleaned prior to use, maintained during service and cleaned down according to set procedures and in-line with Health, Safety and Hygiene requirements. Waste is promptly removed from the food preparation area and disposed of appropriately Food is checked for quality and presentation before sending to the hot plate/ pass Food not for immediate consumption is stored in the correct manner at a safe temperature according to legal requirements Stock control Stock takes are accurate People are available to assist Preparation is done to assist Market list is used for ordering stock for the next day Receiving and storage areas are prepared ready for delivery Food items are checked for quality, expire date and temperature Random temperature checks are made of chilled and frozen good delivered Delivery packaging is removed and disposed of appropriately Storage areas are kept secure from unauthorised access Temperature checks are made according to a set schedule agreed with the Sous Chef/ Head Chef No out of date stock in storage areas Menu Development To assist in menu development Continuous development of menu items New ideas given to Sous Chef and Executive Sous Chef Takes an active interest in food trends GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Health, Safety and Security Hygiene regulations are enforced, monitored and swift action is taken where shortfall is detected To ensure safe and careful handling of equipment to safeguard people and property particularly in areas of manual handling, use of knives and COSHH. Hazards are spotted and reported Equipment used are according to guidelines Accidents are reported

Job overview To provide a consistent professional approach to all customers through the highest standards of product and service. To actively contribute to meeting and exceeding sales targets and profit margins. Main responsibility as customer-oriented restaurant supervisor to ensure that all restaurant operations run smoothly. The restaurant supervisor's responsibilities include overseeing the activities of restaurant staff, expediting customers' orders as needed, and maintaining good working relationships with suppliers. You should also be able to identify ways to decrease the restaurant's operational costs. To be successful as a restaurant supervisor, you should exercise effective management skills and take necessary disciplinary actions to address poor staff performance. A restaurant supervisor should be able to achieve exceptional customer service and ensure that customers have a pleasant restaurant experience. This is a full-time position that requires your consistent, year-round availability. Please apply only if you can commit to a full-time schedule on an ongoing basis. Applications with part-time availability will not be considered. We are specifically seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: breakfast service, restaurant operations, bar management, café service, event coordination, and conference support. Duties and responsibilities Costs and efficiency: To minimise wastage at all opportunities Time and manpower are appropriately allocated to planned work routines optimising efficiency and productivity To actively promote an energy efficient culture throughout the department All departmental resources are monitored and controlled in line with departmental objectives Customer relations: To liaise positively with the guest ensuring all their needs and requirements are met To ensure product knowledge on Hotel products and services is up-to-date at all times To respond in a pro-active manner to guest feedback for positive and negative comments To feedback to the sales teams in a constructive manner for service improvements To ensure personal and Team presentation is of the highest standards at all times to project a professional image to customers To support the Manager with a system of Quality Standards to ensure the Team is providing a consistent approach to customer service within the department Operational requirements Restaurant Supervisor Responsibilities: Screening, interviewing, hiring, and training restaurant staff. Managing restaurant staff's work schedules. Conducting regular inspections of the restaurant kitchen to determine whether proper standards of hygiene and sanitation are maintained. Overseeing food preparation, presentation, and storage to ensure compliance with food health and safety regulations. Checking in on dining customers to enquire about food quality and service. Monitoring inventory and ensuring that all food supplies and other restaurant essentials are adequately stocked. Monitoring the restaurant’s cash flow and settling outstanding bills. Reviewing customer surveys to develop and implement ways to improve customer service. Resolving customer complaints in a professional manner. To prepare restaurant as required to the correct standard To ensure all equipment is correctly installed and in good working order To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by the Hotel To be responsible to the prompt and efficient delivery of refreshments and meals as required by the customer To ensure the cleanliness of the department is maintained through the allocation of the duties and cleaning rosters To be responsible for the set-up, running and clearing of an event as required. To serve at private dinner functions To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times Computerised and manual storage systems are maintained in line with the Hotel procedures To adhere to all the requirements under the Food Hygiene and Liquor Regulations To ensure all maintenance issues are reported according to the Hotel procedures To undertake tasks in other departments when required Team Requirements To allocate tasks within the shift to ensure all operational requirements are met To maintain regular and effective communication within the Team by attending daily briefing sessions and departmental meetings as required To identify training needs throughout the department communicating with the Manager to meet the training need To provide coaching and on-the-job training as identified, especially for new employees To create an environment which promotes employee morale and encourages the Team to have high levels of productivity To ensure all Hotel personnel policies and procedures, and employment law are observed at all times Performance Indicators Customer Feedback Complaints and Compliments Completion of tasks on shift Team feedback 1:1 with Manager We genuinely care about people and we show this through living out our promise of True Hospitality each and every day. 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Job overview As a commis chef you’re on the first rung of the ladder to becoming a great chef. You will work well in a close-knit team and will be a pro-active individual that is willing to learn and develop their current skills, as well as being dedicated to preparing a high standard of food. Duties and responsibilities Accurately measuring meal ingredients for the Chef de Partie. Preparing meal ingredients, which includes seasoning of different meats as well as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruits. Preparing basic salads and sauces as directed by the Chef de Partie. Receiving deliveries and verifying that all ordered items have been delivered and are of good quality. Discarding all expired and spoiled food items stored in the stock rooms, refrigerators, and freezers. Performing basic cleaning duties and ensuring that workstations are properly sanitized. Plating and presenting meal items as per the Chef de Partie’s instructions. Maintaining high standards of hygiene Preparing the ingredients for a more senior chef Stock rotation Operational Requirements To assist with the preparation of the Carvery and to serve the customers as required To adhere to all the requirements under the Food Hygiene Regulations at all times To ensure all maintenance issues are reported according to the Hotel procedures To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by the Hotel To carry out any reasonable request as per the Senior Chef on duty Customer Relations To ensure product knowledge on Hotel products and services is up to date at all times To respond in a pro-active manner to guest feedback for positive and negative comments Feedback from customers is monitored and analysed to improve service delivery To ensure personal presentation is of the highest standards at all times to project a professional image to customers and Hotel To maintain a consistent approach to customer service at all times in line with the Hotel’s expectations Costs and Efficiency To follow the procedures for minimal wastage throughout the kitchen To maintain the correct procedures for stock control and monitoring according to departmental policy To assist with deliveries into the kitchen as required To actively engage in an energy efficient culture throughout the department All departmental resources are monitored and controlled in line with departmental objectives Skills Ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment Willingness to follow instruction Relevant training and culinary qualifications A food handler's license. Proven commercial kitchen experience. Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations. The ability to stand for extended periods. The ability to work under pressure. Excellent organizational skills. Effective communication skills.