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At Scarpetta we make pasta from scratch, roast our own coffee blends and serve the classic Italian Aperitivo every evening. While lunch is all about fast-paced service, evenings are about having a relaxing time. We dim the lights, play excellent music and become a restaurant where our guests can have a great dining experience. We have three restaurants in Central London and we are looking for an ambitious, respectful and experienced supervisor, who is not afraid to roll their sleeves up, lead by example and deliver amazing results. As a front of house supervisor, you will be a role model to Scarpetta employees, guiding and coaching your team to deliver incredible services to guests with integrity and passion. You share the courteous and hospitable values of your Senior Managers and these will cascade down through your team and to your guests. Being accountable for and proud of your restaurant, you will grow a caring team that work collaboratively and seamlessly with Front of House & Back of House team to deliver our common goals of outstanding guests experience. Understanding how this is key to Scarpetta’s profitability and growth. You plan your shifts impeccably, constantly monitoring cleanliness, health and safety, licensing compliance and staffing levels; finding continual improvement in creative ways. **Perks & Benefits: ** - progression within a fast-growing company - Monday to Friday - Permanent contract - 24/7 Hotline providing free financial, legal, and personal advice - 28 days' holiday per year - 50% off across Scarpetta Restaurants - A supportive, people-focussed culture - Daily high quality and healthy employee lunches - Unlimited coffee - Employee referral bonus - Great staff parties! - Free financial and legal personal advice services Key Responsibilities: - Being part of the Management and help opening/closing the restaurant. - Team enabler - Encouraging and supporting a culture of learning and development and talent retention by continually coaching team members, being courteous even under pressure and assisting with appraisals. - Lets’ grow together – You are commercially aware of what it takes to grow a business and increase profitability through effective marketing initiatives and valuing customer feedback. You are aware of your teams accountability for controllable costs and constantly assessing staffing levels. - Positive attitude - Providing unexpected surprises to the team and customers and moments of care, being calm and considerate of fellow colleagues. - Compliance management – You demonstrate due diligence in health and safety, food safety allergen awareness and risk assessment according to Scarpetta policies. - Exceptionally guest focused - Being approachable, calm and friendly, even in times of pressure. - A product expert – From a perfectly garnished gin and tonic to a table setting that’s instantly—Instagramable, you are passionate about our offering and know everything about it! - Venue Maintenance – Ensuring the ambiance of the venue is as warm, welcoming, tidy and safe as possible, you communicate any issues clearly to senior management. - Stock and Cash Handling – You are confident using EPOS, software programs manual systems to accurately manage, record and report stock, cash and rotas. Taking responsibility of security, wastage, profit margins and licensing law when on duty.
We are seeking dynamic, reliable, and charismatic individuals to join our team of Freelance Event Staff, including Hosts, Waitstaff, Brand Ambassadors, and Actors. As a key part of live events, experiential marketing campaigns, corporate functions, and promotional activations, you will help create memorable experiences for guests and clients alike. Key Responsibilities: Hosts & Hostesses Welcome guests warmly, manage check-in and seating, assist with inquiries, and help ensure smooth event operations through coordination with event staff. Waitstaff Provide efficient, courteous food and drink service, keep service areas clean and organised, and work closely with kitchen and bar staff to ensure guest satisfaction. Brand Ambassadors Confidently represent brands, distribute promotional materials, deliver key messaging to target audiences, and gather feedback or data as needed. Actors & Performers Bring scripted roles to life for events or brand campaigns, attend rehearsals and fittings, and engage audiences with professional, in-character interactions Requirements: - Prior experience in one or more of the listed roles (hospitality, promotions, acting, etc.) - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends - Reliable, punctual, and adaptable to diverse event environments - Professional appearance and demeanour
Overview DONDON DINING LTD, trading as Buy & Bite, is looking for a proactive and hands-on Restaurant Manager to oversee the daily operations of our fast-paced, modern Asian eatery. The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for ensuring smooth front- and back-of-house operations, upholding high standards in food quality, service, hygiene, and brand presentation. This role requires strong leadership, operational focus, and a commitment to excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will lead the team to maintain consistent performance, ensure customer satisfaction, and support the restaurant’s growth in both dine-in service and delivery through HungryPanda. Key Responsibilities · Manage day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including staffing, inventory, cleanliness, and service flow · Lead, train, and motivate front-of-house and kitchen staff to deliver consistent food quality and excellent customer experience · Ensure full compliance with company policies and food safety regulations · Monitor inventory and coordinate with suppliers for timely restocking · Oversee staff scheduling, attendance, and in-store coordination · Handle and fulfil online orders through the HungryPanda delivery platform · Maintain overall shop presentation in line with brand standards · Address and resolve customer feedback and complaints professionally · Provide regular performance and sales updates to company management Requirements · Previous experience in restaurant or café management, preferably in fast-casual or Asian cuisine concepts · Strong leadership and team management skills · Excellent communication and organisational abilities · Familiarity with POS systems and HungryPanda platform operations · Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus but not required · Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and peak periods