Location: Wimbledon Employment Type: Full Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience Reports to: Director Start Date: As soon as possible About Us Harper Latter Architects Ltd is a design-led architectural practice with a strong reputation for high end luxury residential projects. We’re passionate about delivering thoughtful architecture, and as we grow, we’re looking for a highly organised, proactive Personal Assistant to support the Director and help keep the practice running smoothly. Role Overview You will act as the right hand to the Director, providing professional, administrative, and occasional personal support to help manage their time, priorities, and commitments. This is a varied and dynamic role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. Key Responsibilities 🗂 Administrative Support Manage and maintain the Director’s diary and inbox Organise internal and external meetings, site visits, and travel Draft and format documents, reports, letters, and presentations Take minutes and manage action points from meetings Organise and maintain project files and documentation 📞 Communication & Liaison Act as the first point of contact for the Director Liaise with clients, consultants, planning officers, and suppliers Follow up on project deliverables and planning applications Prepare briefing notes, agendas, and supporting materials 📊 Practice Support Assist with invoicing, expenses, and basic financial admin Coordinate marketing activities and maintain the practice portfolio Update the practice website or social media (if applicable) Assist with office organisation and systems 🏠 Personal Assistance Manage personal appointments and family diary coordination (where needed) Book restaurants, travel, or personal events Handle personal errands or gift sourcing occasionally Skills & Attributes Excellent organisational and time management skills Discreet, reliable, and trustworthy Strong written and verbal communication Proactive and able to anticipate needs Comfortable working independently and under pressure Friendly, professional, and adaptable Experience Required Prior PA, EA, or senior admin experience (3+ years ideal) Experience in a design, architecture, property, or creative environment preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project tools Familiarity with planning processes, architectural documentation, or creative industries is a bonus What We Offer Flexible working hours and hybrid options Supportive, collaborative studio culture Exposure to a range of exciting architectural projects Opportunity to shape the role as the practice grows To Apply Please send your CV and a short cover letter. Let us know why you’re a great fit for this role and your availability
SCOPE & GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB To supervise and manage a section of the kitchen to ensure that objectives are met in relation to all food prepared within the hotel. JOB SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES To maintain regular and effective communication within the team and at all levels Performance standards are clearly communicated to every individual and is understood Technical and personal standards are high Staff are proud to belong to the team and the section Staff movements, communication and coordination within the section is effective. Sous Chef is informed of changes in keeping with payroll schedules. A system is in place for requesting time-off and is understood by staff. Hours are monitored, and potential problems are raised with Sous Chef/ Head Chef. All staff receive high quality performance feedback Appropriate action is taken to deal will all levels of performance Trends are monitored and consulted with Sous Chef for a suitable response Confidence in the application of policies and procedures Staff issues are brought to the attention of the Sous Chef Daily meetings are attended, and information effectively passed on to the team. Staff are fully informed of changes in the kitchen and to the section. Training & Development To arrange induction and training of staff to meet the required standard of performance, ensuring that all training is recorded on individual training record sheets. To provide coaching to Commis Chef to develop confidence, knowledge and skills. To ensure that all staff are well-versed in legal requirements and established standards are maintained. Act as section trainer for Commis Chefs and Demi-Chef de Partie · Planned section induction is carried out for new starters · All staff hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate · Working with the Sous Chef, technical skills for different roles are identified and training needs analysis is carried out on a rolling basis Food Quality To ensure that food hygiene standards are exemplary at all times so that legal and company requirements are met. To ensure that correct mis-en-place has been affected before service and that the staff are completely familiar with the production of dishes on the menu. To ensure the correct preparation, presentation and service of dishes to the guests and also the staff restaurant according to the standards of the hotel. Swabs and other required procedures are carried out according to company standards Best practice is adapted to suit the hotel’s operation Safe and hygienic working practices are demonstrated during every shift Action is taken swiftly to correct any observed contravention in health, safety or hygiene practices. Service is calm and organised Raw and high-risk roods are prepared separately Food preparation areas are cleaned prior to use, maintained during service and cleaned down according to set procedures and in-line with Health, Safety and Hygiene requirements. Waste is promptly removed from the food preparation area and disposed of appropriately Food is checked for quality and presentation before sending to the hot plate/ pass Food not for immediate consumption is stored in the correct manner at a safe temperature according to legal requirements Stock control Stock takes are accurate People are available to assist Preparation is done to assist Market list is used for ordering stock for the next day Receiving and storage areas are prepared ready for delivery Food items are checked for quality, expire date and temperature Random temperature checks are made of chilled and frozen good delivered Delivery packaging is removed and disposed of appropriately Storage areas are kept secure from unauthorised access Temperature checks are made according to a set schedule agreed with the Sous Chef/ Head Chef No out of date stock in storage areas Menu Development To assist in menu development Continuous development of menu items New ideas given to Sous Chef and Executive Sous Chef Takes an active interest in food trends GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Health, Safety and Security Hygiene regulations are enforced, monitored and swift action is taken where shortfall is detected To ensure safe and careful handling of equipment to safeguard people and property particularly in areas of manual handling, use of knives and COSHH. Hazards are spotted and reported Equipment used are according to guidelines Accidents are reported