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RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly. Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City. We are currently seeking a Maître D to join our team in Loulou’s Nightclub at 5 Hertford Street. Why work with us as a Maître D? • Salary package up to £45,000 per annum, plus discretionary service charge, • 33 days' holiday, including bank holidays, • Private medical and dental insurance with BUPA, • Discounted gym membership and wellbeing benefits, • Employee Assistance Programme and retail discounts, • Cycle to Work scheme and eyecare vouchers, • £1,000 Recommend a Friend bonus, • Complimentary meals on duty, • And much more Working Hours: • 4 days per week (Wednesday- Saturday), • Evening shifts with 3am finish, • The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. What you will do: • Create a seamless and memorable member experience, anticipating needs and delivering an attentive and personalised service., • Manage reservations, table allocations, seating plans, and waitlists to maximise capacity, • Build strong relationships with members, maintaining guest preferences and profiles to enhance service., • Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve feedback or concerns professionally, working closely with the service and kitchen teams to ensure a smooth operation., • Maintain the highest standards of presentation, compliance, and hospitality, ensuring the restaurant and lounge areas reflect the club’s luxury standards. What are we looking for? • Previous experience in a Maitre d’ or similar role within a luxury hospitality or fine dining environment., • Strong leadership, communication, and guest relationship skills., • Highly organised, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting., • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and knowledge of service standards and reservation systems. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Maître D at 5 Hertford Street then apply by forwarding your up-to-date CV together with a covering letter to the link below.

Leaflet distributors are required URGENTLY with Immediate Start available. Enjoy working flexible shifts that fit around your lifestyle. You must be able to travel anywhere within London and distribute leaflets through letterboxes by walking fast from door to door. Booking is easy and straight forward. And the best bit, you can choose your own days and Shifts that suit you. Requirements Basic English, Able to TRAVEL on your own. Self-employed Fit and Enjoy working outdoors Able to read maps and use directions Able to work alone or in a team

Conscious & creative dining in the heart of Wood Wharf from the trio behind Fallow restaurant. Named after native deer of the British Isles, Roe will follow the same nose-to-tail and root-to-stem ethos as its critically acclaimed sister restaurant, Fallow St James’s. The extensive a la carte menu will be divided into nibbles and flatbreads, skewers, and grilled options, with larger plates and sides also available. As well as championing modest, British ingredients, Roe’s dishes will showcase underused and underappreciated produce. As a Receptionist at ROE, you will be responsible for providing a warm, friendly, and efficient welcome to all guests, ensuring they have a smooth and enjoyable experience from arrival to departure. This role involves managing reservations, assisting with guest inquiries, and supporting the front-of-house team to maximize guest satisfaction and table occupancy. Key responsibilities: • Greet guests with a warm and professional demeanour, ensuring a positive first impression., • Manage reservations, seating arrangements, and guest flow to optimize the dining experience., • Handle phone and email inquiries, providing accurate information and assisting with bookings., • Work closely with the front-of-house and management team to ensure seamless service., • Maintain an organized and efficient reception area., • Assist with special requests and accommodate guest needs whenever possible. About you: • Previous experience as a Receptionist or Host in a high-quality hospitality environment., • Exceptional customer service and communication skills., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure., • A team player with a positive and proactive attitude., • Proficient in utilizing the Seven Rooms booking system. The benefits: • Competitive salary., • Career progression., • Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses., • Wellbeing initiatives., • Reward and recognition schemes., • Free welcome lunch for you and a guest., • 50% restaurant discounts across the group., • 25% Friends and Family discounts., • 50% discount on company retail., • Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials., • Staff meal during your shift., • Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment., • Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment)., • Sabbaticals (after three years employment)., • Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At ROE, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

Floor Supervisor – Events Kings Cross St Pancras, London We are looking for an energetic, confident, and highly organised Floor Supervisor – Events to join our team at the beautiful Derbyshire House, one of the most versatile meeting and events venues in the area. Derbyshire house is very well known in the industry to be one the most versatile location for all types of events, corporate and private alike. The venue is made of 11 modern meeting rooms and a rooftop terrace, hosting a wide range of events; from large corporate meetings to the wedding reception and much more. Although this is predominantly a Monday to Friday role, the candidate needs to be however flexible and happy to work during the weekend, whenever required. This is a hands-on operational role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced events environment, enjoys being on the floor, and takes pride in delivering an exceptional guest experience. The Floor Supervisor will be: • Hands-on and proactive, ensuring the smooth running of events and the highest standards of service., • A confident and natural leader, supporting, motivating, training and coaching the events team., • Experienced in laying up, room set-ups, service and event operations., • Responsible for opening and closing event spaces, ensuring all areas are maintained to the required standard., • Comfortable coordinating with the Events Coordinator, Head of Events, Kitchen and other departments to ensure seamless service., • Experienced in stock control and stock checks., • Able to build strong relationships with guests and deliver exceptional customer service., • Calm and organised under pressure, with a positive, hands-on and problem-solving attitude., • Confident with operational reporting and cashing-up procedures where required., • Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, personal presentation and health & safety. To be considered, you must: • Have previous experience in a similar supervisory role within Events, Hospitality, Hotels or Conference & Banqueting., • Be highly organised, efficient and able to work well in a fast-paced environment., • Have excellent communication skills and a strong command of English., • Be passionate about delivering exceptional events and guest experiences., • Be confident leading and developing a team., • Be flexible and willing to support weekend events when required., • Have a genuine desire to grow and develop within a forward-thinking company. If you are an energetic, hands-on hospitality professional looking for a long-term opportunity within a contemporary and genuine company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and begin your journey with us.

🍋About LPM 🍅 At La Petite Maison (LPM) we believe that the heart of our success is our people. As a leading name in the hospitality industry, we're dedicated to hiring the best talent to create unforgettable dining experiences. LPM operates in vibrant and dynamic cities around the world: London, Dubai, Miami, Abu Dhabi, Hong-Kong, Riyadh, Doha, Limassol and Mykonos. Join us and be part of a team that values quality, diversity, and innovation. Job Summary We are seeking a friendly and professional Host/Hostess to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our guests, ensuring a warm welcome and a positive dining experience. This role requires excellent communication skills and a passion for providing exceptional guest services in a restaurant or hospitality environment. Duties • Greet guests upon arrival with a warm and welcoming attitude., • Manage reservations and seating arrangements to optimise guest flow., • Assist guests with inquiries regarding the menu, specials, and restaurant policies., • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the front-of-house area., • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and waitstaff to ensure timely service., • Handle phone calls with professionalism, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette., • Provide assistance during busy periods to enhance overall guest satisfaction. What are we looking for • Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is preferred but not essential., • Strong communication skills are vital, with an ability to engage positively with guests and team members alike., • A background in guest services or hotel operations would be advantageous., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail is crucial. In return, you will be rewarded with • Enjoy our amazing staff meals whilst on duty, • Flexible working schedule to ensure you have a great work-life balance, • Treat yourself to a 50% employee discount, • £500 employee referral bonus, • Employee of the month awards and recognition, • Progress throughout the business through our Training and career progression plans, • Secure your future with our Company Pension scheme, • Team building events, • Seasonal staff parties, • Opportunities to travel around the world to our international venues. If you have a passion for hospitality and enjoy helping others, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Host/Hostess!

Akoko is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Fitzrovia, London, showcasing the flavours and culinary traditions of West Africa through a refined tasting menu experience. We’re looking for an experienced, warm and highly organised Host to join our front-of-house team. This is an important role at the heart of the restaurant. You’ll be the first point of contact for our guests, looking after their experience from their initial enquiry and reservation through to welcoming them into the restaurant. You will: • Warmly welcome guests and manage arrivals and seating, • Manage reservations using SevenRooms, ensuring guest details and preferences are accurately recorded, • Respond to guest emails, phone calls and booking enquiries, • Handle special requests, dietary information and changes to reservations, • Manage enquiries for group bookings and events, • Build relationships with regular guests and help create a personalised experience, • Confidently look after VIPs, high-profile guests and special occasions with professionalism and discretion, • Work closely with the restaurant management and service team to ensure each service runs smoothly, • Handle guest queries or complaints calmly and professionally What we’re looking for • Previous experience as a Host, Receptionist or Reservations Host within a luxury restaurant, five-star hotel or similar high-end hospitality environment, • Excellent written and spoken English, • Warm, confident and naturally welcoming, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Comfortable managing emails, telephone calls and multiple bookings at once, • Experience using SevenRooms or a similar restaurant reservations system is preferred, • Confident dealing with VIPs and discerning guests, • Professional, discreet and calm under pressure, • Genuine enthusiasm for great hospitality, • Available to work late nights and weekends. Why join Akoko? Join one of London’s leading Michelin-starred restaurants and be part of an ambitious team passionate about exceptional hospitality. We offer free meals on shift, staff discounts across our restaurants, employee rewards and team incentives, training and development, pension and holiday allowance, with real opportunities to progress and grow within the business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Flight Club Victoria is hiring! We're looking for receptionists to join our lovely venue Flight Club Victoria! The Flight Club Family is at the heart of everything we do and , if you join us, We will always make sure you know how much we value your contribution and hard work through : • Fun friendly working environment, • Competitive hourly rates paid fortnightly, • Free lunches when you’re working, • Rewards offered throughout the year, • Great staff discount, • Excellent career development opportunities, • Great social events If you would like to be part of this fantastic Family then please apply today.

15.50/hour target earnings + shared team tips Full-time | Permanent | Tuesday–Saturday Fluent Portuguese is mandatory for this position. Applicants who do not speak Portuguese fluently will not be considered. Fluent English is also required. We are an established boutique beauty salon in Clapham looking for an experienced Senior Salon Receptionist to take ownership of our front-of-house experience and help the salon run smoothly throughout the day. Previous beauty salon experience is not required. We are very interested in candidates coming from restaurants, cafés, hotels, hospitality, private clinics, reception, customer service or other busy client-facing environments. If you are confident with customers, comfortable using booking/POS systems, organised, proactive and used to working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. What you’ll do • Welcome and look after clients, • Manage bookings, rebooking, cancellations and waiting lists, • Handle deposits and payments, • Manage phone, WhatsApp and email enquiries, • Use booking and salon management systems, • Help manage the diary and fill last-minute availability, • Encourage appropriate rebooking, upgrades, add-ons and retail, • Prepare and serve coffees, teas and refreshments, • Support the team during busy periods, • Help maintain excellent reception and salon standards, • Assist with stock, supplies and daily organisation, • Handle client concerns professionally, • Take ownership of day-to-day issues and escalate when needed This is a hands-on senior reception role, not a basic receptionist position. What we’re looking for • Strong customer service or hospitality experience, • Confident using booking, reservation, POS, CRM or similar systems, • Highly organised and reliable, • Warm and confident with clients, • Proactive and comfortable taking responsibility, • Calm under pressure, • Commercially aware, • Minimum 2 years’ relevant customer-facing experience Beauty experience is not essential. Language — Mandatory Portuguese: Fluent — MANDATORY English: Fluent — REQUIRED If you are not fluent in Portuguese, please do not apply. Right to work in the UK required. Pay £15.50/hour target earnings + regular shared team tips Target earnings are based on a £33,000 annual base salary plus a performance bonus linked to clear monthly and quarterly targets. Performance targets include client experience, rebooking and retention, commercial performance, organisation, reliability and salon standards. Hours Tuesday–Friday: 9:30am–7:15pm Saturday: 9:30am–5:15pm Sunday and Monday off. 44.25 paid hours per week. Benefits include paid holiday, workplace pension, employee discount, uniform, training and career progression. IMPORTANT: FLUENT PORTUGUESE IS MANDATORY.

Home of sensory Japanese dining CLAP Restaurant is open in one of London’s most prestigious areas, Knightsbridge. Following extensive and consistent success with three thriving restaurants based across the Middle East, led by the flagship CLAP Dubai, and a reputation renowned by the Michelin Guide. CLAP is delighted to announce it will continue to redefine dining experiences with its debut opening in the UK. Clap London along with our other restaurants and hotels can offer you an exciting opportunities to travel and grow within our company We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard working Hostess to join our team

Velixir Parfums is seeking a confident, energetic, and sales-driven TikTok Live Host to showcase our fragrance products and drive sales via TikTok Shop. This role involves hosting engaging live sessions for several hours daily, demonstrating products, explaining fragrance notes, addressing viewer questions, and guiding customers to complete their purchases. Key Responsibilities: • Host TikTok Live sessions for approximately 4–6 hours per day., • Present and demonstrate Velixir fragrance products effectively., • Articulate scent profiles, performance, pricing, and promotional offers., • Engage viewers actively and maintain an entertaining live atmosphere., • Respond to customer questions clearly and professionally., • Provide personalized fragrance recommendations based on customer preferences., • Employ effective sales techniques to boost TikTok Shop conversions., • Promote special offers, product bundles, and limited-stock items., • Collaborate with the marketing team to experiment with new live-selling strategies., • Monitor common inquiries, gather customer feedback, and track live performance metrics. Ideal Candidate Profile: • Possesses confidence, enthusiasm, and comfort speaking on camera., • Demonstrates strong communication and sales acumen., • Capable of maintaining high energy levels throughout extended live sessions., • Is persuasive without being overly aggressive., • Holds an interest in fragrance, beauty, or luxury products., • Is reliable, punctual, and available for regular daily sessions., • Has prior experience in TikTok Live hosting, retail, presenting, or sales. Full product training will be provided. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a rapidly expanding fragrance brand, offering performance-based earning potential and career progression.

I'm looking for a PROMOTER Host or Hostess during a Week of Event in Kings Cross. 3 hours per day from August 3rd to August 9th (4 - 7 pm)

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