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WE ARE WISER Wiser is an award-winning Employer Branding agency on a mission to change the way people think about work. We transform a company’s employer brand internally and externally and change cultures from the ground up. With creative, strategic and early talent experts in-house, our clients have a single partnership with Wiser and we deliver end-to-end campaigns helping them to attract and retain the best talent globally. Our creatives innovate with design, web, film and marketing to capture what makes companies great. Our early talent recruitment teams introduce the right people to set these companies apart. We believe that people will do their best work and thrive in life when they're in an environment that enables it. And that's what we've created at Wiser - a culture where everyone can be real and back themselves, surrounded by high performers who love to take ownership and make moves, no matter what their background. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do for our clients and how we are building the world of Wiser. To find out more about Wiser and our culture. ROLE At Wiser, we understand that you have to walk the walk, not just talk the talk, and changing the way people think about work has to start at home. This is where the Wiser Experience Team comes in. The Wiser Experience Team rule the roost when it comes to keeping our HQ tip-top and you will be given tasks which cover all aspects of office management, from managing our cleaning team to maintaining our delish daily breakfasts, preparing snack platters for client meetings, refreshing meeting rooms, or hosting events at HQ. A bit about a role on the Wiser Experience Team: - Part-time, shift-based role working exclusively from our office. - Between 10-25 hours per week across Monday to Friday depending on our needs and your availability. - Opportunity to pick up additional hours when we need it and to support evening events or meetings. - You’ll report directly to our Happiness Lead. - If you’re working the early shift, the first part of your day will entail getting HQ set up for the day and prepping our delish daily breakfasts and weekly Juices. - If you’re on the afternoon shift your final duties of the day will be getting HQ reset and ready for the next day. - Internal and external events happen regularly at Wiser and we need a team that can be on hand to make sure they run smoothly and efficiently. - Whatever your hours or shifts, this role is all about being efficient, operationally focused, and effective in managing the tasks at hand. WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING - Our office is beautiful and we need someone to go through an everyday checklist from top to bottom. This could be anything from making sure the cables are in the right shape, doing post office runs or managing repairs. - Responding to requests from people across Wiser, whether they need help with catering a client meeting or organising client gifts, making sure our Wiser people receive quick replies from the happiness team is important. - Checking the kitchen is stocked and managing the food order setting. - Setting up our mega breakfast spread before everyone arrives to kick-start the day. - Coordinate fresh-pressed juices for the team and ensure they are delivered to the right hands during power-hour. - Deliver healthy snacks and food station treats, ranging from tropical fruits to ginger shots, to keep everyone fuelled throughout the day. - You’ll be the first face anyone sees when they come in, greeting clients, candidates and visitors, ensuring a consistently excellent and memorable experience for all. - Help ensure all internal and external events run smoothly, no matter the size or location. This could mean organising the food vendors to ensure every meal or snack is on point, managing guestlists and welcoming people through the doors, restocking drinks, and everything in between. - Our office events are pretty legendary, including everything from the Wiser awards and summer parties to off-site summits and roundtables and you’ll have the chance to support our Brand & Culture team with these. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR - Someone that’s London based and happy to work in the office for every shift. Your role depends on you being at HQ. - You’ve spent at least a year in a front-of-house, office support, retail or hospitality role and want to create great experiences and enjoy making things run smoothly. - You’re naturally organised, sharp on the details, and calm when juggling multiple tasks at once. - You bring warmth and energy to every interaction with our people and clients, people know they’re in good hands. - You’re the kind of person who notices when something’s off and fixes it before anyone else clocks it. - You’re able to adjust priorities, things change fast at Wiser so you’ll need to be flexible throughout the day to keep the wheels turning. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? - Be at the heart of, and continue to create and maintain our company culture where happiness, health and high performance are at the top of the agenda. - A flexible job in a busy buzzing creative agency in London - the chance to be surrounded by great people and work. - A collaborative, supportive team culture where your ideas are valued. - Opportunities to contribute to exciting projects and events. - Hourly rate based on a part-time schedule. THE ROAD TO WISER... - Apply: Send us your application! - Intro Call: Speak with our Talent team. - Visit HQ: Meet with the hiring manager. - Final Interview: Meet with our COO. At Wiser, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, be themselves, and do their best work. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply.

About the job Citadines Trafalgar Square London is seeking a confident Maintenance Manager to become part of our Team. Our properties operate 24/7; therefore, the department works on an early or late shift, on a rotating basis. You will report to the Residence Manager, supporting towards providing our guests with memorable experiences of the city. As our Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for: Implementing all policies, standards and procedures for Water Hygiene, Energy Conservation and Control, Fire Prevention and other Safety Programmes, and Effective Preventative and Routine Maintenance Inspections Overseeing the maintenance and repair of all mechanical service pumps, valves, boilers, calorifiers, AHU and auxiliary plant Overseeing the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment as directed Attending fire alarm calls and acting as part of a fire fighting team leader in conjunction with the Duty Manager Accurately recording work, stock levels, shift activities, in the appropriate logs and reporting to senior management when required Processing handover in line with Company guidelines To be successful in the role of Maintenance Manager, we require: Previous managerial experience Ability to bring the guest experience to life throughout the hotel Ability to lead and develop teams Willingness to learn and work with IT systems quickly Experience in budgeting Strong technical and time management skills This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Maintenance Manager. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer: Genuine career opportunities within our business Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting cost A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme Refer a Friend bonus Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team parties Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties Staff incentives when you and your team perform (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us Citadines is a brand of The Ascott Limited. At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Trading as: Citadines by The Ascott Limited Required skills: Time Management, Team leading, Multitasking, Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Technical Skills, Communication Skills, Problem Solving Department: Maintenance About you Language required: English. The company At The Ascott Limited, we believe that our guests can be anywhere in the world, and still feel right at home. With a suite of accommodation options that spans serviced apartments & hotels, coliving properties, as well as independent senior living apartments, our guests can count on us for that sense of comfort and familiarity, be it for a short stopover or a new space to call their home. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. This year, Ascott marks 40 years in hospitality service. Growing from strength to strength, powering up through new alliances and transforming challenges into triumphs, Ascott is trailblazing tomorrow and charting a new future of growth. Hear from Ascott’s past and present leaders as they share about their experiences in this tribute video, having witnessed Ascott’s growth to become truly Unlimited.

Head Chef required for a pub kitchen on Battersea High Street to serve up our award winning BBQ menu. This role will involve working the main service kitchen as well as preparing and smoking meats (full training provided) This is a relatively new business in the early stages so will require some solo kitchen work. What we offer - - A friendly and supportive working environment - 28 days holiday per year - Staff discounts across the other sites - Competitive rates of pay - A share of service charge - A 40-48hr work week - Opportunity for development and progression

We are looking for an experienced baker to join our team. You will work alongside our head baker and consultants to expand and refine our production processes of breads and pastries. Please note, this is an early start/early finish role [night hours to be expected]. The ideal candidate will have experience working in fast paced and dynamic kitchens but most importantly take pride in the food you prepare. You’ll be cooking in a kitchen that cares about the food it sends out and be working with amazing, fresh produce from some of the best suppliers in the country alongside a well-established and tight knit team. Responsibilities. Must be fully trained in baking breads and pastries Prepare and bake a wide range of bakery goods including bread, cakes, pastries, and desserts Follow recipes and adhere to food safety standards Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, and dough sheeters Monitor baking process to ensure quality and consistency Following and maintaining HACPP procedures. Supporting the wider kitchen team with daily tasks and processes. Being an ambassador for our brand through exceptional teamwork and fostering a supportive environment. Requirements. Previous experience in a similar environment. We offer. £200 a month employee of the month’ awards with bonuses. £500 ‘refer a friend’ bonus. 50% staff discount on food and beverage at all sites. Cycle-to-work scheme Cost price wine through our suppliers. International trips for top performers. In-house training dedicated to your personal development. Trips to meet suppliers and producers. Staff trip programme to meet farms, fish markets and vineyards. We offer qualifications, including, WSET, health and safety, food training. Company donations to charities our staff feel are close to home. Whole team staff parties. Wholesome staff meals, end of service drinks. 28 days holiday [including bank holidays] per year. Pension provider | The Peoples Pension.

Position: Junior Chef / Kitchen Lead Location: Karma Kitchen, Hackney, London Salary: £30,000+ per year (+ bonus) Experience: 1-2 years professional kitchen experience About Mike's Meals Mike’s Meals specializes in creating fresh, macro-balanced, customizable meals designed for gym-goers, fitness enthusiasts, busy professionals, and health-conscious diners. Operating out of Karma Kitchen in vibrant Hackney, we provide a dynamic and collaborative environment surrounded by other innovative businesses and passionate chefs. We are looking for an adventurer chef that wants to help lead the kitchen operations of a new brand and lend a hand into making Mike's Meal successful. Responsibilities - Preparation and cooking of macro-balanced meals following established recipes - Ensuring consistent meal quality, accurate portioning, and nutritional accuracy - Maintaining kitchen hygiene, food safety standards, and a well-organized workspace - Assisting in recipe refinement and development in collaboration with Mike - Managing inventory, ensuring ingredient freshness, and minimizing waste - Collaborating effectively with other kitchen help and be a proactive team player Qualifications - Professional culinary training or equivalent kitchen experience (minimum 1-2 years) - Demonstrated efficiency and skill in meal preparation within a commercial kitchen - Understanding of, or keen interest in, nutrition and macro-conscious meals - Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills - Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn and grow with the nascent brand Why Join Mike’s Meals - Competitive salary, bonus and pay structure - Work within Karma Kitchen’s inspiring community, offering shared relaxation areas and networking opportunities - Flexible, creative, and dynamic work environment - Direct mentorship and personal growth opportunities - Join an exciting, growing brand at an early stage If you’re enthusiastic, driven, and passionate about healthy eating and exceptional cooking, Mike’s Meals would love to meet you!

A qualified and passionate level 3 is urgently required to lead our fast growing baby room. Regard for EYFS and to work under Ofsted ruling is essential. Having a high regard for safeguarding and children’s well being is essential. An y to date DBS is required with two sound references.

Breakfast Chef Wanted Location: Southwark, London Position: Full-Time Breakfast Chef Salary: 35k-40k a year (based on experience) Glass Garden, a well-established Asian restaurant in Southwark, is expanding our offerings to include a high-quality breakfast menu. We are looking for an experienced and creative Breakfast Chef to not only cook but also design a breakfast menu that complements our restaurant’s style. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef in a busy kitchen. • Strong culinary skills in english breakfast and Brunch dishes • Creativity in designing and developing a new breakfast menu. • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage time effectively. • Knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations (certifications preferred). • A proactive, team-oriented, and problem-solving mindset. • Flexibility with working hours, including early mornings and weekends. What We Offer: • Opportunity to lead and design a new breakfast menu. • Competitive salary based on experience. • A friendly and professional kitchen environment. • Staff meals and discounts. • Career growth opportunities in an expanding restaurant. If you have the skills, creativity, and passion to develop a standout breakfast menu, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply: Send your CV and any sample breakfast menu ideas or visit us at Glass Garden, Southwark, London to apply in person.

Position: Flexible working -Bank cove SW17, SW18, SW19,SW20 Hours: BANK COVER STAFF NEEDED London Childcare Solutions Ltd are currently recruiting for a passionate team of qualified staff. What we will offer you: As a cover supply worker you can expect a competitive salary, excellent in house training and development and as well as a caring and passionate, fun and supportive place to work in. We will be here to support you at each stage and support with career progression within Early Years. Role and Responsibilities - The successful candidates must be able to: · demonstrate knowledge of the EYFS and promote learning through play. · Work with children aged 3months to 5years using the EYFS curriculum. · Ability to organise and plan activities based on the children's interests and next steps. · Work in an inclusive community setting helping every child to reach their full potential. · Work in partnership with parents to promote children’s learning and development. · · Work as part of the team to ensure all essential day to day tasks are completed in line with the demands of the area you are working within ie. Hygiene standards and room preparation · You will be responsible to ensure the children you care for are fully supervised and remain safe and well and you lead by example and drive the culture of Safeguarding Children · To provide support for your team and colleagues within the nursery that you are working in · To deliver high quality Early Childhood practice and experiences for all children in the nursery, including those with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability, promoting emotional wellbeing by embedding the EYFS curriculum. · Ensure you are meeting Health and Safety standards by risk assessing all areas in the nursery and rooms that you will be base in and ensure the children are safe by removing any risks identified. · You must be highly motivated, driven, and willing to learn. · Support the nursery planning, observations, support with children’s record keeping and assessments. · Supporting with the child’s daily needs, interests, and stages of development · Maintain confidentiality and always remain professional Our ideal candidate: · Experience of working within children within Early Years · Full and relevant Level 1 or equivalent in childcare qualification · 12 hours paediatric first aid (Can be completed as part of agency induction programme) · Relevant safeguarding/child protection training undertaken and a willingness to update training regularly (Can be completed as part of agency induction) This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references. · The successful candidates will be required to undertake relevant training that is needed for the role. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: £12.30-£14.00 per hour Benefits: Childcare Discounted or free food On-site parking Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Experience: childcare: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Ac1