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ABOUT HUCKLETREE: We were founded in 2014 with a vision to build workspaces that help the world’s most innovative companies thrive - from rapidly expanding scale-ups to established global businesses. Since opening our first workspace in Clerkenwell, London Huckletree has scaled into a provider with a footprint close to 300,000 square feet across 10+ locations; with over 4,000 members calling our spaces home. But we are so much more than just a workspace; we are an ecosystem. Joining Huckletree means joining a network of people who can help you and your business to thrive. Here, networking is more than a chance encounter at the coffee machine, we can help to connect you to our network of member businesses, entrepreneurs, venture partners and ambassadors. WHERE YOU COME IN! - Our Community teams are a critical part of our hubs, and why ours member value their experience so much. From day-to-day customer service, to arranging events and connections, you're role is to connect everything together and provide an amazing experience for our members! Key areas of responsibility: - Be a welcoming face to our existing members as well as potential new members coming into your space for a tour. You will also greet and welcome our member guests and suppliers/ external contracts whilst maintaining a friendly 5-star level of service - Participate in our onboarding process from allocating membership cards and locker keys to inviting new members to our next community breakfast - Managing all inbound post - Ensure all members receive a top level seamless experience from making sure meeting rooms are correctly booked and ensuring all kitchen points are well stocked (and making steller lunch recommendations!) - Take inbound phone calls and direct them to the relevant team member, covering event bookings, partnership queries, membership queries and more - Conduct monthly building audits and daily building walk-arounds and review your customer satisfaction levels with each ticket - Be the point of contact for all external service providers and suppliers - Be responsible for ensuring that all supplies are ordered and replenished, and that we are never out of stock, nor have a significant backlog - Always spend wisely and remain in-budget for all supplies - Ensure all print communications are up to date and on brand - Ensure that all in-house tech is running smoothly at all times for members and internal guests - Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction - our service level will be your primary KPI - Support the membership manager to develop community connections, including member introductions - Learn more about and engage with our members and consistently seek feedback along the way - Supporting with the day-to-day operational needs of the space, dealing with immediate building issues such as leaks or defects - Support with managing the cleaning team day-to-day, monitoring the quality of cleaning and maintaining a high standard - Support the Membership Manager with delivery of community events including weekly breakfast wellness classes and drinks. Bring forward your own ideas for creative programming to engage our teams WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: - You have hands-on experience of face-to-face customer facing roles, whether that from co-working/living, retail, hospitality or events - You are passionate, positive, hard-working and energetic - You will be a multitasker, willing to undertake challenges and see them as opportunities to learn and develop. A quick and adaptable mindset will be key to tackling this role! - You are a ‘fixer’ and are unphased by turning your hand to anything - You have a strong customer-service mentality and you have the ability to generate respect and trust from all members and staff - You have are fast-thinking and reactive - You are process-driven and with a detailed focus
Business Development Associate – Events Catering | London We are a fast-growing food production startup, supplying catering and event management companies. As we expand our reach, we are looking for a driven, strategic, and results-oriented Business Development Associate to help grow our client base and build lasting partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales-driven professional with a passion for the food and events industry to join a growing company and make a real impact. Key Responsibilities: • Identify Growth Opportunities – Research and map out new business opportunities in the catering and event sector. • Build Strong Relationships – Develop and maintain strong partnerships with catering companies, event planners, and corporate clients. • Negotiate and Close Deals – Lead negotiations and secure long-term contracts with clients. • Support Sales Initiatives – Collaborate with the sales team to drive revenue and achieve business goals. • Contribute to Marketing Efforts – Work on branding, promotions, and campaigns to increase market presence. • Enhance Product Offerings – Work with the product development team to tailor offerings based on market demand. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management (preferably in the food, catering, or events industry). • Excellent negotiation and communication skills – ability to build trust and close deals. • A strategic thinker with a proactive approach – someone who identifies opportunities and drives business growth. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects, while collaborating with internal teams. • Understanding of the catering and events market in London is a strong plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary + performance-based commission Flexible working environment – autonomy in managing your time and clients Growth opportunities – be part of an expanding company and shape its success A dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and contributions matter Location: London, UK Join us and help revolutionize the catering and events industry!
We are a unique café located in the South East London area with an established reputation amongst the locals. A very much loved café serving to a close knit community, providing quality coffee, lunches and much more. Role : We are seeking an experienced Café Supervisor to handle the daily operation of a cafe and overseeing a small team. Someone who is passionate with the food industry and loves working with people, who strives on providing excellent customer service and can take on daily challenges. Working a 40 hour week, this role comes with great benefit. This is a great opportunity to work with a fantastic team that you do not want to miss. Duties and Accountabilities: · Daily running of café operations, responsible for opening and closing the café · Work with a hands on approach, leading by example · Oversee and assist with food preparation, ensuring adherence of food regulations and quality standards · Responding to customer needs and complaints · Assist and deal with health hygiene officers · Training & developing staff bringing out the best potential, focusing on hospitality best practices · Manage inventory levels, ordering stocks/supplies, managing deliveries · Handling of cash payments, ensuring amounts tie up with system records · Planning and suggesting new menu items, ideas on new products · Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the café’s environment, adhering to health and safety regulations · Other business responsibilities, admin tasks, ie bills, staff rotas. · Drive sales · Any other adhoc tasks A successful candidate will have the following : - · Minimum of 1 years experience within similar role, within the food and beverage industry · Holds a food hygiene certificate level 2 · Knowledge of dealing with health hygiene officers · Excellent communication skills, written and verbal · Excellent customer service skills · Strong team management skills · Excellent organisation skills · Ability to problem solve · Knowledge of food regulations desirable