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Leydi is a Modern Turkish restaurant bringing the all-day food culture of Istanbul to London from breakfast until late with expertly-prepared mangal meat & fish, heritage grain wood-fired breads, low intervention wines and a sophisticated and fun ambience. Leydi brings the legendary flavours of Istanbul to central London. Where guests once had to travel to the wider districts of the capital to search for the authentic Turkish flavours. Unique to the area, Leydi brings these modern flavours in a light, bright and contemporary Central London setting. Leydi has a bustling dining room filled with laughter, distant clattering pans, complete with dinners that turn into dancing with punchy cocktails, magnums of wine and an East meets West soundtrack. Leydi is part of Hyde London City, marking the rebirth of a London icon. This lavish seven-storey, 111-room property at 15 Old Bailey draws upon a rich and storied past to create a luxurious, bespoke hideaway in the heart of the city. Hyde London City will be a destination unto itself, hosting unmatched experiences for locals and ultimately the discerning global traveller. Job Description Reporting to the Head Chef, the Senior Sous Chef will be responsible for the efficient running of the sections and production of food at the highest standards, ensuring the kitchen area is clean and set up for service at all times. What you’ll do… Support the Head Chef in leading a large and dynamic kitchen team. Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team, creating an environment that brings out the best in them and where they can be themselves. Make sure things are running without hitch, orders and deliveries are coming and going as needed, our service is smooth as brown butter, and our food hygiene standards are sky-high. Work with our Head Chef on ideas and techniques that make our kitchen a creative, ever-changing environment where we’re always looking to make the best food out there. Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. You’ll lead your team by example, keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported, confident in providing top Hyde experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions. What we’re looking for… 2+ years’ experience as a Sous Chef in a busy, bustling environment with freshness and provenance of ingredients as a key priority. Knowledge in traditional Turkish cuisine, with experience in butchery, mangal, Turkish breads and use of stone oven. Experience and understanding in and on the modern Turkish market. A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards through the dishes on the menu. A natural at leading and managing others, you lead by example and create an environment where your team can be their best self. You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience. You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done. You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once. You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way. What’s in it for you… Opportunity to take party in an amazing opening team, Hyde is doing it differently. 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension and life insurance. A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing. Treat yourself with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners. Enjoy an experience stay at Hyde and a meal for two after your discovery period. Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift. Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities Cycle to work scheme The chance to make your mark in a fast-growing Brand Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands. Hyde is an equal opportunity employer. We endeavor to select, place, train, and promote the best qualified individuals based upon job-related factors such as ability, work quality, suitability, experience, and potential. Department: F&B kitchen The company Bohemian & Chic When Hyde Lounge opened in 2005, it transformed the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles, along with the concept of nightlife itself. Since then, the brand has expanded to include Hyde Hotels and Residences, Beach Clubs, and Mixology Lounges, inviting its followers to be the first to know, and introducing them to the latest and greatest in nightlife adventures. Every guest at Hyde Hotels is treated like a Hyde Lounge regular. Hyde fosters a sense of mystery – the exciting feeling that anything can happen.

Phoenix Canoe Club Limited is looking to appoint a Centre Manager to run the Phoenix Outdoor Centre based on the Welsh Harp Reservoir in North London. The Centre was established in 2011 and provides adventurous activities to schools, higher and further education, SEND, Pupil Referral Units, youth & community groups and the public. Our activities include kayaking, canoeing, Bell boating, SUP boarding, improvised raft uilding, sailing, windsurfing, powerboat tuition, orienteering, team building, forest skills and first aid training. As well as our schools and groups, we also run “Camp Phoenix” school holiday courses and activities, Paddle Parties and Private Tuition. Key Responsibilities: The Centre Manager role is to take charge in the comprehensive management of the Outdoor Centre in the day-to-day running of activities and operational aspects. - Lead, motivate and manage a team of seasonal and sessional instructors and coaches to provide exceptional service to our participants and user groups - Maintain and enforce strict adherence to Health & Safety standards, making sure that the Centre operates in accordance with all relevant regulations and guidelines - Foster positive relations with our participants, user groups and other stakeholders to ensure high levels of satisfaction and repeat business - Administer Centre budget and allocate resources effectively - Collaborate with the Centre Development Director & Trustees to identify areas for improvement and innovation, working together to enhance our programs and services Qualifications & Experience: The successful candidate will have proven experience in a leadership role in outdoor education and adventurous activities and strong team management skills, as well as the following attributes: - Excellent organisational and financial management skills - In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and good practice - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work collaboratively with the Centre Development Director & Trustees to identify areas for improvement and innovation to enhance our programs and services - A range of relevant NGB qualifications including paddle sports and sailing - Experience and input into the accreditation process for AALA, RYA Training Centre and Paddle UK Delivery Partner - Ability to use (or learn) a number of IT programs including MS Office, Google Suite, WebCollect,WordPress, Xero etc What we can offer you: We are looking for a candidate to be appointed on a long-term basis, as the ability to develop and nurture relationships is key to the role. It also allows us to work together on continually developing skills so that you are able to achieve the results necessary to maintain Phoenix Outdoor Centre’s position as a leading activity provider in North London. If you are a passionate and skilled leader with a commitment to providing exceptional outdoor experiences and a track record of successful management, we invite you to apply for the position of Centre Manager at Phoenix Outdoor Centre. Interested candidates should submit their CV’s and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to us. Join our team and help us continue to provide transformative outdoor adventures in North London.

Canteen is a new and completely unique global food hall destination at the heart of the Design District next to the o2 arena. The buildings iconic design, make for an incredibly exciting place of work, with incredible opportunities. Our unique benefits · £13.15 ph in line with London Living Wage · Experience bartenders welcome · Very flexible working hours · Full training and ongoing brand incentives with the bar & canteen · Bi-annual team night out. · Fast track to supervisory roles · Some late nights Role As one of our Bartenders & venue hosts you will be the face of the Canteen, delivering exceptional customer service, serving customer orders in a timely manner while always bringing forward your personality. With the Bar open from 10:00am through to 11pm, you will be delivering service to a range of customers, and we want you to get to know our regulars who will pop in every morning for a coffee to customers coming for their first time on their way to an event at the 02. Personalising each interaction will allow us to stand out and establish ourselves as a place to visit. Salary £13.15 Varied contract lengths available up to 40 hours. Experience We are looking for people with experience within food & beverage who are willing to learn and work hard. The ability to prioritise different tasks and requests with great organisational skills. Experience making cocktails and barista would be ideal but full training will be given. Food Hygiene certificate and Health & safety awareness an advantage but full training will again be given. Good level of English language both written & spoken. Overall, we are looking for people who have a great personality and able to bring their all into work every day. Duties and Responsibilities CUSTOMERS: · Ensure that the customers experience is one to remember · Maintain a high-profile during service whilst being polite and helpful · Promote and establish a regular customer base, remember their likes and dislikes · Smile and maintain eye contact with customers · Provide prompt, unobtrusive, attentive service · Maintain high standards of personal appearance · Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene PRIOR TO SERVICE: · Report for duty on time and prepared for your shift · Assist others in ensuring that stations are equipped with sufficient clean equipment · Stock up as per standard · Ensure Bar is set up and stocked appropriately · Ensure Bar, back of house areas and floor is clean to standard DURING SERVICE: · Take instruction from your manager/ supervisor, anticipate their requirements · Provide attentive, unobtrusive, prompt service, work as a team · Take and process orders, make, serve and clear food and drinks, troubleshoot where necessary. · Respond to any menu/drinks queries with knowledgeable answers · Ensure the customers’ needs come first · React promptly and deal with any issues, complaints, breakages, spillages as member of the supervisory team. · Communicate any unresolved issues to the manager/ supervisor AFTER SERVICE: · Break down tables and clean · Break down stations · Restock stations as necessary · Ensure everything is left clean and tidy. · Report any outstanding service issues the supervisor/ manager KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: · To have an excellent understanding of the different menus and the style of service for drinks, food and retail · To have a full working knowledge of all beverage items to include undertaking training in wines, beers, spirits and cocktails · To have a full understanding of all items of equipment, their uses, and where they are kept · To have a thorough working knowledge of the EPOS system to include, geography, what to do if it crashes, troubleshooting and knowing how the credit card payment handsets work. · To represent management in event of emergency, and to assist customers in same · To know where all emergency exits are · To pay due regard to the Health and Safety Policy and Food Safety policy and to ensure standards are met throughout the business. · To pay due regard to the company’s policy on Confidentiality Company Background Greenwich Peninsula is Europe’s largest single regeneration development delivering 17,000 new homes in a new swathe of London that brings together culture, community and modern architecture. Design District is a collection of 16 buildings designed by eight architects set in the heart of Greenwich Peninsula. The Design District will offer permanent and purpose-designed studio space for the creative industries, asset managed by Design District Limited. Prescient Group is managing the Canteen & Bar. We are known for shaping and operating renowned food & beverage, retail and cultural destinations. We work to transform spaces into meaningful assets that deliver targeted results. Some examples of our varied prior clients and projects have been Old Spitalfields Market, Ralph Lauren, Petersham Nurseries, Corbin and King and Burberry. More on Design District Canteen & Bar (“Canteen”) Canteen is a food and beverage destination at the heart of the Design District servicing the residents and visitors of Greenwich Peninsula. It is a highly visible semi-open outdoor venue in the shape of a caterpillar, it is completely transparent and freely accessible. Within the space are six fully fitted-out kitchen spaces and a larger bar. There are two floors with the first floor used as a large seating area and the ground floor housing the finishing kitchens, bar and circulation for the guest. Canteen also benefits from an adjacent shared production kitchen where the partnering food operators will prepare food and dispense deliveries. It will be a wonderful and vibrant place to visit, full of light and benefitting from large trees and comfortable casual seating. Design District Canteen & Bar (“Canteen Bar”) The Bar will provide the arrival experience for all guests entering the Canteen venue from the O2. There will be a varied customer of creatives, residential, visitors and workers and so the Bar is to provide a broad offer of appeal. From craft local beers to cocktails, quality coffee and smoothies to biodynamic wines. The Canteen Bar will be a place for everyone to enjoy through out the day. It is anticipated that the Bars proximity to the O2 will mean that there will be very busy event lead periods. The Bar will be fast, fun, diverse and deliver a high standard of quality and service.

Location: High Holborn, London (Outside Chancery Lane Station) Company: Brew Garden Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, based on experience Working Hours: Varied shifts, including weekends and evenings About Us: Brew Garden is a vibrant and versatile venue located in the heart of High Holborn, just outside Chancery Lane Station. By day, we serve as a specialty café offering expertly crafted coffee and a welcoming atmosphere. In the evening, we transform into a sophisticated wine bar, providing a curated selection of wines and small plates. Our mission is to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests, whether they're stopping by for a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced and passionate Café & Wine Bar Supervisor to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both coffee and wine service, with the ability to lead a team and maintain high standards of customer service throughout the day and into the evening. Key Responsibilities: Daytime Café Operations: Oversee daily café operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality coffee and food offerings. Prepare and serve specialty coffee drinks with expertise, including espresso-based beverages, pour-overs, and more. Train and mentor baristas, ensuring consistency in coffee preparation and service. Manage inventory and ordering for coffee and café-related supplies. Evening Wine Bar Operations: Lead the transition from café to wine bar, ensuring a smooth shift in atmosphere and service style. Provide expert guidance on our wine selection, offering recommendations and ensuring a memorable experience for guests. Supervise evening staff, including bartenders and servers, to maintain excellent service standards. Assist in curating and updating the wine list in collaboration with the management team. Team Leadership: Lead by example, offering hands-on support across all areas of the business. Conduct regular team meetings, providing feedback and fostering a positive work environment. Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback with professionalism and a focus on resolution. Administrative Duties: Assist in scheduling staff and managing timekeeping. Monitor and report on daily sales, working with the management team to achieve financial targets. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards. Qualifications: Proven experience as a supervisor or senior barista in a café environment, with knowledge of specialty coffee. Strong wine knowledge, with previous experience in a wine bar or similar setting preferred. Exceptional customer service skills, with a passion for hospitality. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team. Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends. Benefits: Competitive salary and tips. Opportunities for professional development and training in both coffee and wine. Staff discounts on food, coffee, and wine. A supportive and vibrant work environment in the heart of High Holborn, London. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they would be a great fit for Brew Garden.