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Job Description: Restaurant Floor Manager at Hotel California Welcome to Hotel California , a fictional boutique hotel nestled in the heart of London, where cutting-edge AI technology meets unparalleled hospitality. We’re not just a hotel—we’re an experience, dedicated to crafting the ultimate guest journey through innovation, warmth, and a touch of magic. Recognized as one of the top places to work in hospitality, we put people—our guests and our team—at the heart of everything we do. Since opening our doors, Hotel California has redefined luxury with a modern twist, blending timeless charm with the latest AI-driven solutions to anticipate and exceed every guest’s needs. From our AI-powered concierge that personalizes each stay to our smart dining spaces serving up culinary delights inspired by London’s vibrant culture, we’re all about creating moments that linger long after checkout. And it doesn’t stop there—our commitment extends beyond our walls. We partner with local charities, plant trees across the UK, and, through our Stay for a Cause initiative, donate 50 meals to children in need for every shift you work. As of March 2025, we’ve provided over 25 million meals and counting! How We’ll Support You At Hotel California , your well-being is our priority, both on and off the clock. We’ve designed our support around four key pillars: Financial Free weekly wage advances and emergency cash support. Access to savings tools and financial health planning powered by AI insights. Up to 50% off stays and dining at Hotel California for you, friends, and family, plus a California Gold Card with a monthly allowance to treat your loved ones in style. Mental & Physical All Californians (Managers) are trained in mental health support and First Aid. 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your household, available 365 days a year. Healthcare cash plan and free monthly fitness sessions (think AI-guided yoga or spin classes in our smart gym). Sports fan? Join our California Cricket League —an in-house tournament with a grand finale at Lord’s! Social We love bringing our Hotel California family together! You’re invited to: California Dream Fest (our summer celebration for team and families). A legendary Christmas party under the stars. Regular team events across the hotel, from mixology nights to AI-tech showcases. After 5 years, embark on our London Calling Bootcamp —a once-in-a-lifetime guided tour of London’s hidden gems with our founders (over 200 Californians joined last year!). What to Expect Salary : £42,000 - £45,000 per year (inclusive of service charge), paid monthly. Schedule : Full-time across 5 days, with Monday-Sunday availability. Our AI-optimized rotas ensure a mix of daytime and evening shifts—no endless late nights here! Training : Access to award-winning, AI-enhanced development programs from day one. Last year, we promoted 211 team members! Holiday : Standard paid leave (including service charge), with Hotel California closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Got kids? Take an extra day for their first day of school. Style : No stiff uniforms—smart casual and comfy is the vibe (trainers welcome!). Do You Have the California Spirit ? At Hotel California , we believe true happiness comes from giving your best to others. We call it the California Spirit —going beyond service to genuinely care for our guests and team, powered by the latest AI tools to make every interaction seamless and special. We’re searching for a Floor Manager to join our London haven. Our Californians (Managers) are the heartbeat of our operation, ensuring every guest feels like they’ve stepped into a world of wonder. With AI assisting everything from real-time guest preferences to team coordination, you’ll lead with heart and precision. On busy nights, you’ll manage wait times of up to 90 minutes with charm and empathy, supported by a team of 40-50 California Crew members and fellow Californians , all working in sync thanks to our smart systems. You’re empowered to make bold decisions, ensuring our California Spirit shines through in every moment. And the perks? Competitive pay, incredible benefits, and events like our Californians’ Day Out and epic Christmas bash—our way of saying “thank you” for making 2024 our best year yet! What We’re Looking For As a Floor Manager at Hotel California : You’ve been a Senior Assistant Manager or Assistant General Manager in a high-volume, tech-savvy hospitality setting for the past few years. You’re obsessed with excellence, eager to thrive in an environment that blends AI innovation with human connection. You’ve got an eagle eye for detail, keeping standards sky-high and every shift running smoothly. You’re a natural leader with a big heart, passionate about coaching and growing your team. You live to make people happy—guests and crew alike—turning first-time visitors into lifelong fans. Join the Hotel California Family Everyone’s welcome here. We’re proud to foster an inclusive, diverse workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Ready to bring your California Spirit to life with the power of AI? Apply today and help us create the ultimate guest experience in the heart of London!

Job Title: Waiter Our client operates a vibrant and well-respected British restaurant and live music venue in the heart of Canary Wharf. With a spacious dining room, daily performances by top musicians and bands, and an exceptional selection of in-house crafted drinks, the venue offers a truly unique guest experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team within a fast-paced, professional environment led by a stable management structure — the General Manager has been with the group for over 7 years. Waiter benefits: · £16.43 per hour, plus cash and credit card tips · No back-to-back shifts · 40 hours per week with paid overtime available · Free staff meals while on duty · 50% staff discount for up to 4 guests when dining · Comprehensive in-house training and development · Strong, experienced team of 20+ floor staff · Excellent location in Canary Wharf with good transport access We are seeking a professional and dependable Waiter with: · A minimum of 2 years’ experience in reputable restaurants or hotels · Formal front-of-house training and knowledge of best service practices · Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm and confident in a busy setting · Reliable access to and from the Canary Wharf area for shift work This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a respected hospitality venue known for its quality, energy, and supportive team culture. If you're passionate about hospitality and looking for a long-term role in a vibrant setting — we’d love to hear from you.

Be you. At work. Here at Locke, we create spaces where you can be you – and we don’t just mean our design-led aparthotels. From front desk to back office, on-the-ground to behind-the-scenes, our team makes Locke what it is. Forget demographics: we’re building a community of the culturally curious. The forward-thinking. The ever-questioning. Locke is growing. With new openings across the UK and Europe coming up, we’re at an exciting time in our young life. Want to get stuck in? Roll up your sleeves and let’s go. We're looking for a Food & Beverage Supervisor to join our team at Locke at Broken Wharf, London. JOB OVERVIEW To co-operate and work with departmental colleagues and team members across the business, carry out tasks as designated and manage the day-to-day practical aspects of customer service in an organised, structured and professional way. The F&B Supervisor leads the team on shift from the front, coordinates with the kitchen and bar teams, provides high standards of customer service and product quality, handles customer complaints, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. To carry out all tasks and procedures in line with statutory requirements and ensure that customer service is provided in line with the business and performance objectives of the Hotel. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Service Delivery: Creating tell-your-mates experiences that makes guests want to keep coming back. Lead, coach, and encourage the F&B team in taking responsibility for service standards. Welcoming guests, directing them to their tables, and ensuring a clean and inviting space. Presenting menus, answering questions about dishes and beverages, and accurately record orders. Delivering food and beverages promptly and efficiently, ensuring proper presentation and temperature. Be a system specialist on Mews POS able to upload and edit product and pull reports as necessary. Refill drinks, clear used plates, and maintain a clean and organised dining area. Process payments, whether by credit card or room charging. Supervise seamless daily operations, balancing efficiency with high service standards. Delegate effectively so everything runs smoothly Monitoring customer satisfaction, interacting with guests, and addressing complaints or concerns promptly. Follow company policies and procedures to ensure that customer service processes run smoothly and the customer is satisfied. Liaise with other departments such as operations, reservations, and finance to ensure issues are resolved efficiently and within agreed service level agreements. Oversee guest satisfaction - seek feedback to continuously improve service delivery. Execute relevant cost control measures while maintaining a premium guest experience. Identify upselling opportunities and present them to the team. General Operations & Team Support: Work flexibly across multiple areas depending on business needs. Support events, activations, and lifestyle programming. Ensure public areas remain clean, inviting, and on-brand. Maintain a positive, supportive, and inclusive team environment. Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and brand standards. Other: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties involved with this position, the company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE FOR THIS ROLE Qualifications: A High School diploma or equivalent qualification is desirable. Experience: Similar relevant experience at a supervisor or senior server level in a food and beverage service environment. Demonstrated ability to deliver excellent customer service and ensure guest satisfaction Experience with inventory control and stock management is beneficial. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for interacting with employees, customers, and other departments. Skills: Motivating, training, and supervising employees to achieve operational goals and maintain high standards. Effectively organising and prioritising tasks, especially during peak hours. Addressing employee issues and customer complaints in a calm and professional manner. Understanding budgeting, inventory control, and cost management. Tracking inventory levels, ordering supplies, and minimising waste. Adjusting to changing demands and environments and being flexible in their approach.

Conifer is a leading provider of Security, Hospitality, Facilities and Care staffing solutions, serving a diverse range of esteemed clients across the UK. We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porters to support the kitchen and events teams at a prestigious 5★ hotel in the E16 area of London. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates who are energetic, responsible and able to work effectively in a busy events and hospitality environment. The Role As an Events Kitchen Porter, you will play an important role in supporting the kitchen and catering teams during a range of events and functions. You will help ensure the smooth running of the kitchen operation by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, assisting with equipment and supporting the team throughout each event. • Start Date: ASAP, • Location: 5★ Hotel, E16, London, • Pay: £13.50 per hour This is an events-based position, with shifts available according to the hotel's events schedule. Candidates should be flexible and prepared to work during busy event periods, including evenings and weekends. Key Responsibilities • Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and back-of-house areas, • Wash and clean kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes and catering equipment, • Support chefs and catering staff during events and functions, • Keep kitchen and preparation areas clean, organised and well maintained, • Assist with the movement and organisation of kitchen equipment and supplies, • Clear and clean equipment and work areas throughout and after events, • Dispose of waste correctly and maintain clean waste areas, • Follow all hotel hygiene, health and safety procedures, • Work efficiently as part of a busy events and kitchen team, • Complete any additional duties requested by the kitchen or events supervisor Requirements • Previous Kitchen Porter or hospitality experience is preferred, • Events or banqueting experience is an advantage, • Reliable, hardworking and responsible attitude, • Ability to work efficiently in a busy events environment, • Good standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness, • Physically able to carry out general kitchen and event support duties, • Good communication and teamwork skills, • Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends, • Right to work in the UK What We Offer • £13.50 per hour, • Opportunity to work at a prestigious 5★ hotel in E16, London, • Events and hospitality work in a professional environment, • Flexible event-based shifts, • Friendly and supportive management team, • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the luxury hospitality and events industry, • Potential for ongoing event work for reliable and committed candidates How to Apply If you are a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter looking for event work within a prestigious 5★ hotel in E16, London, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Conifer hospitality team. Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends, is an advantage. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

WhiteWaves Laundry is looking for a motivated self-employed Business Development / Sales Representative to bring new commercial laundry contracts in London. You will identify and contact potential customers including hotels, serviced apartments, Airbnb/property managers, cleaning companies, gyms, spas, restaurants and other businesses requiring laundry services. This is a commission-based role with uncapped earning potential. You will earn recurring commission based on the monthly bill amount generated by each customer you bring to WhiteWaves Laundry. We are looking for someone confident, proactive and comfortable with cold calling, networking, visiting businesses and speaking with business owners/managers. Previous B2B sales or hospitality experience is an advantage but not essential. Flexible working — you manage your own schedule and focus on generating results.