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La Mia Mamma is more than just a restaurant – it’s an authentic culinary journey that celebrates the rich and diverse flavours of Italy’s regions. Each of our restaurants offers a rotating menu curated and cooked by real Italian mammas flown in from across Italy, bringing regional dishes to life in the heart of London. We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced** Sous Chef** to join one of our vibrant and growing teams. If you have a strong background in regional Italian cuisine, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy leading a kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you. What We’re Looking For: - Proven experience as a Sous Chef in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens - Solid knowledge of Italian regional cuisine - Ability to follow and replicate authentic recipes and specifications - Strong leadership and communication skills - High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and consistency - Right to work in the UK (essential) Key Responsibilities: - Support and lead the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes - Follow La Mia Mamma’s recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines - Maintain a clean and safe kitchen in line with hygiene regulations - Manage daily kitchen operations and assist the Head Chef in team supervision - Oversee deliveries, stock rotation, and portion control - Contribute to training and mentoring junior chefs - Ensure all cleaning schedules and maintenance routines are carried out What We Offer: - £35,000 – £42,000 per year (including service charge) - A supportive, people-focused team with real growth opportunities - The chance to work in a truly unique Italian concept - Access to authentic Italian products and menus that change regionally - A dynamic environment where food, culture, and family come together If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a restaurant that values tradition, quality, and genuine passion for Italian food – apply now!

Key Responsibilities: Barista Duties: Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, teas, and other drinks. Maintain knowledge of all menu items, recipes, and brewing methods to ensure quality and consistency. Operate coffee machines, grinders, and other equipment safely and efficiently. Food Service: Take customer orders and process payments efficiently and accurately. Prepare and serve food items such as sandwiches, pastries, and salads according to the café's recipes and standards. Ensure food presentation meets the café's quality standards. Customer Interaction: Greet customers warmly, answer questions, and provide recommendations to enhance their experience. Address customer concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring satisfaction. Cleanliness and Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including the coffee bar, seating areas, and restrooms. Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products and work areas. Assist with inventory management, including stocking supplies and performing regular checks. Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure smooth operation and excellent customer service. Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required.

Job overview: (Please note: This is a full-time position, and only candidates available to work full-time throughout the entire year will be considered. A minimum of one year of prior experience in hotel housekeeping is required) The housekeeping department is key to ensuring that the guest feels secure, safe in knowledge that their room is treated with care, preparations for the guest arrivals is done correctly and in time, plus that any additional requests such as additional towels, and maintenance repairs are completed swiftly and to a very high standard. As a Room Attendant you will be responsible for providing the highest standards of customer care, greeting, and acknowledging each guest which a smile. Duties and responsibilities: · Ensure that all bedroom and bathroom areas are cleaned to highest of standards · Additional guest requirements are actioned swiftly and ensuring the guest is satisfied. · This vital role will include changing of bedrooms for a swift change around working to tight timelines, with the support of a housekeeping porter and supervisor · The ability to work flexible working hours to match the needs of the hotel · Great organisational skills and work successfully as part of a wider team · Report maintenance issues · Complete deep cleaning when required by the floor supervisor · To attend training and departmental meetings as requested · To follow all health, safety and hygiene requirements when undertaking tasks throughout the Hotel · Follow Health and Safety processes and procedures · To take care of all Hotel equipment required to carry out duties and to report defects immediately · To do this job well, you’ll be a details person: someone who walks into a room and takes a second to spot a curtain that needs straightening or a bedsheet that needs smoothing. · Beyond an eye for detail, this role calls for a thoughtful nature: our best Room Attendants are those who look for ways to please our guests, sometimes in unexpected ways. · Any other reasonable request from the supervisor, Head Housekeeper or Executive Housekeeper Key performance indicators: · Attention to details · Someone who is passionate about exceeding guest expectation · Confident team player who can create and maintain a positive attitude with a CAN-DO mentality · Team player · Ability to work to strict timescales · Comfortable to work in a high pressurised environment · Ability to smile at all times · This role requires an element of manual handling Skills: · Previous experience of working within a similar environment is essential. · A basic command of English is preferable Benefits: · Meals on duty · Staff uniform · Company pension contribution after you passing your probation period · Recommend a friend reward scheme · 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays · Dry cleaning of your uniform (if applicable) · Training fund assistance of NVQ’s · Awards and Recognition Programme · Seasonal annual parties · Staff rate with IHG hotels globally

To manage the nursery and associated childcare provision within Once Upon a Time Day Nurseries policies and procedures, Local Authority Policies and procedures and all relevant legislation. To create a safe, warm and stimulating environment for all those who use Once Upon a Time services. To work as part of a team to assist in providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children. To work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and other multi professionals. To be committed to ensuring safeguarding and creating an inclusive environment. Main Responsibilities: Children’s care, learning and play Support practitioners in meeting the needs of the individual children and families, ensuring children’s basic needs are always met, including good hygiene routines, nappies, meals encouraging good nutrition, planning and assessment etc To assist the staff team in setting up a safe and stimulating environment for children, ensuring a child centred environment providing a play-based approach to children’s learning Promote positive attitudes and behaviour at all times by providing a non-discriminatory environment which values and respects each child and family, ensuring an inclusive and safe environment having regard for SEN and safeguarding procedures and legislation Encourage parental involvement within the nursery, including parents consultations, events, and using parents as partners in their child’s learning and liaising with parents daily Health and safety: To be responsible for reporting accidents or health and safety issues and be conscientious of risks that may arise which may cause harm to children To implement and ensure health and safety guidelines and checks and adhere Once Upon a Time’s policies and procedures, including but not limited to on-going cleaning and sterilising duties within the setting, to reduce the spread of infection Staff: Effectively leading and supporting all nursery staff, students and voluntary workers. Ensuring a good level of supervision and support with their daily duties, identifying training and development needs, through individual supervisions, appraisals, observations etc. This may also include disciplinary meetings To lead/ organise staff, room and planning meetings (these will be out of nursery hours) To support the settings appointed persons in their role and taking on that role in their absence such as SENCO, Behaviour management coordinator To take part in recruitment and to support a team of staff to meet statutory ratio’s an contingency staffing where appropriate, and support a staff team in the appropriate skills, qualifications, experiences and qualities, ensuring the nursery is staffed to the required levels at all times General: To be responsible for the day to day running of the nursery To implement all of Once Upon a Time’s policies and procedures in all aspects of the nursery and other childcare services, and to review and develop them on an annual basis in line with relevant current legislation To ensure Welfare Requirements of the setting are maintained at all times and ensuring acceptable standards of practice that meets Ofsted criteria including Health and Safety and safeguarding, within the nursery environment General administrative duties associated with the running of the setting such as maintaining records on the children and their families, inventories, personal records, producing reports, writing letters, ordering supplies etc. To work collaboratively with colleagues to help support the development of the children within your care, guiding and sharing good practice, making sure that the nursery has a strong, reliable and consistent team Organising nursery events such as parents’ evenings, fete, annual trips, festivals and special events, that involve parents and carers (these may be out of nursery hours) To ensure the implementation of the EYFS curriculum for all children aged 0-5 years, and monitor how it is delivered To develop the setting by involving yourself and staff team in projects and programmes some of which will be initiated by the Local Authority To work collaboratively with outside agencies, to maintain effective relationships, providing services to the nursery, children and families, liaising with the Local Authority, Ofsted and other multi-agency professionals associated with the nursery and adhering LA policies and procedures and guidance To maintain an effective parent liaison system in order to work in partnership with parents/carers To oversee the efficient upkeep of the nursery, ensuring regular checks and maintenance of equipment, furniture and fittings Assisting in the collection, recording and banking of fees together with managing a budget and petty cash To monitor occupancy, reviewing numbers of children attending and following up enquiries promptly to ensure maximum capacity levels are maintained at all times. Assisting with the marketing, fundraising and advertising of the nursery to ensure the nursery runs to its full capacity and remains profitable You may be required to cover at another Once Upon a Time setting You may be required to work extra hours due to staff shortages, this will be repaid back using time-in-lieu at a time which is suitable to the nursery Qualifications: Proven experience in a nursery or childcare setting is essential. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively. Proficient communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Experience working with children in various age groups is highly desirable. A level 3 or above qualification in Ealy Years Ability to drive initiatives that improve nursery operations and foster a positive learning environment. Join our team as a Nursery Manager and contribute to shaping the future of young minds in a supportive and enriching atmosphere.

Important Notice for Applicants: This is a full-time position that requires your consistent, year-round availability. Please apply only if you can commit to a full-time schedule on an ongoing basis. Applications with part-time availability will not be considered. We are specifically seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: breakfast service, restaurant operations, bar management, café service, event coordination, and conference support. Duties and responsibilities : · To be proactive with contributing to the success of the department · Products and services are explained to the customer at all times to ensure the customer has the best choice available to them. · To ensure all procedures pertaining to revenue capture are up-held at all times · To minimise wastage at all opportunities · To actively promote an energy efficient culture throughout the department · To ensure all cash/floats procedures are followed by team members: all cash/floats must be counted at the start and the end of the shift and witnessed by a supervisor or manager. This must be recorded in the float/safe book provided and you must complete all relevant information. All the float must be placed in the cash till. · Positive working relationships are established and maintained with colleagues throughout the Hotel · Customer feedback, both positive and negative are responded to appropriately and efficiently · Information on customer service problems is gathered in order to improve the service offered · A positive personal image is maintained at all times · The needs of the customer are kept in balance with the needs of the organisation · All guests are received and offered assistance in a positive manner at all times · To answer all telephone calls in a polite and professional manner · Table bookings are handled according to departmental procedures · Back and front of house service areas and equipment are prepared, maintained and cleared · Bars, dining rooms and function rooms are prepared, maintained and cleared · Assistance is given in the maintenance of food displays · Glassware, crockery and cutlery are cleaned and stored in accordance with Hotel procedures · Cleaning is undertaken within the food and beverage areas as required · Dining areas are prepared according to the requirements of business · Food is served promptly, accurately and according to the standards of the department · Drink orders are taken and served following departmental procedures · Wine orders are prepared, taken and served accordingly · Customer satisfaction is monitored throughout the meal and any remedial actions taken as required · All customer feedback, positive and negative is reported to the Team Manager or Supervisor · Food and drink requisitions from kitchen and bars are dispensed according to Hotel procedures · To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by Hotel · To adhere to the Food Hygiene Regulations and Licensing Laws · To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times

You Should Apply If You Are: Customer-focused and skilled at developing lasting customer relationships. Capable of providing quality backup support for the rest of the team. An experienced mechanic, qualified to at least Cytech Level 2 (Level 3 preferred) or equivalent. Familiar with E-bikes (preferred). Methodical, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. A proactive problem solver with a "can-do" attitude. Able to work effectively under pressure, especially during high seasonal workloads. Proficient in working with hydraulic brake systems, electronic gear shifting, e-bike maintenance, suspension servicing, and wheel building, with a strong ability to learn quickly on the job. Eager to learn and develop technical knowledge. Familiar with POS and workshop booking software. Remote Work: No Responsibilities: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on bicycles, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Utilize hand and power tools to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues. Assist customers with bike-related inquiries and provide expert advice on repairs and upgrades. Lift and maneuver heavy bicycle components as needed during repairs. Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety protocols. Stay updated on the latest bicycle technologies and repair techniques. Must-Haves: More than 3 years of workshop trade experience. Understanding of trade suppliers and knowledge of sourcing branded parts. Strong customer relationship skills. Familiarity with EPOS bicycle workshop management systems. Cytech Level 2 or above, or relevant training. If you are passionate about bicycles, have the required skills, and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Hairdresser to join our dynamic team at Hair By Radoushka. As an apprentice, you will receive hands-on training while assisting experienced stylists in providing exceptional hair services to our clients. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about the beauty industry and eager to learn the art and science of hairstyling. Key Responsibilities: - Assist senior stylists with various hair services, including cutting, coloring, and styling. - Greet clients warmly and ensure a positive experience throughout their appointment. - Maintain a clean and organised work environment, including tools and equipment. - Participate in training sessions to learn new techniques and stay updated on industry trends. - Perform basic hair treatments and assist with client consultations. - Provide excellent customer service and build rapport with clients. - Help with salon maintenance tasks, such as washing towels, stocking supplies, and sanitising tools.