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G’day Mate! Urban Baristas is a specialty coffee company originating from Australia, known for its commitment to quality coffee and the vibrant Australian brunch culture. With several cafes across London and our roastery in Bethnal Green, we strive to create exceptional coffee experiences for our customers. We believe in fostering a positive work environment and supporting the professional growth of our team members. Join us as we continue to expand and deliver outstanding coffee and service to our valued customers. Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Manager in the Specialty Coffee Industry. As the Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading the daily operations in one of our specialty coffee shops in South Kensington. You will ensure exceptional customer service, maintain high-quality standards, and create a positive and engaging work environment. If you have a passion for specialty coffee, proven leadership skills, and a strong track record in the industry, we invite you to apply. Responsibilities: -Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and team management. -Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service, maintaining product quality, and promptly resolving customer concerns or issues. -Lead, train, and inspire a team of coffee enthusiasts, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. -Develop and implement operational strategies to achieve sales targets, maximize profitability, and drive business growth. -Monitor and manage stock levels of coffee beans, supplies, and merchandise, placing orders as necessary to maintain product availability. -Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and hygienic work environment. -Uphold the quality and consistency of coffee preparation, ensuring adherence to company standards and providing guidance to the team. Requirements: -Previous experience in the specialty coffee industry or a similar managerial role. -Proficiency in espresso extraction, including grind adjustment, dosing, and tamping techniques. -Skill in creating and pouring latte art designs, showcasing attention to detail and craftsmanship. -Proven leadership abilities with a track record of effectively managing and developing a team. -Exceptional customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor. -Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. -Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions under the pressure. -Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays. -A positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to teamwork. -Food handling certification and knowledge of health and safety regulations is a plus.

Canary Wharf Estate, London

We are The Salad Project, London’s answer to healthy food and a fresh outlook on how we live, feel and eat. Our founders Florian and James opened the doors to our first store in the summer of 2021. Today, we are a twelve store operation, expanding across London. At The Salad Project, our passion goes beyond the quality of our food. We are equally as committed to finding and nurturing our staff and so we are on the hunt for front of house team members, hungry for exciting kitchen experience. We’re looking for people committed to taking the next step in their career, keen to join a company whose growth trajectory opens up hundreds of inspiring development opportunities - and whose current team can’t wait for you to join the family. Role | Team Member • 12 - 15 hours per week, 11:30am - 2:30pm from Monday - Friday, • Assist customers in the creation of their perfect meal at The Salad Project, • Recommend ingredients and menu options based on taste, provenance and dietary requirements, • Create and package Click & Collect and Delivery orders, • Mise-en-place of the bar before shifts, • Basic food preparation and organisation, • Cleaning of the bar / restaurant at the end of the shifts, • Continuous maintaining of hygiene standards, • Be a “Sp” champion who is the face of the brand on a day to day basis Expectations | Efficiency, Communication, Energy • Strong communication and presentation skills, • Ability to work as a team and build interpersonal relationships, • Ability to work in a fast paced environment, • Positive energy and dedication to the team, we all have to have each other's back, • Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment, • Ensure service levels are maintained to the standards we expect and corners aren't cut, • Up for a laugh, but know when it’s time to knuckle down, • Respectful and conscious when it comes to punctuality and scheduling Experience Requirements | 1 Year • Ideally, you will have 1 years’ experience working in a fast-paced environment within the hospitality industry, • A big smile and warm tone of voice Compensation | £12.25 per hour • 28 days of paid time off, • £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus - bring your mates on board and get rewarded for it!, • Free lunch or dinner from The Salad Project when you work over 6 hours, • Epic team socials - from store birthday bashes to name days and company-wide events, we love a good celebration!, • Exciting career growth opportunities - we’re expanding, and we love to promote from within! Your next big step could be just around the corner

South Kensington, London

G’day Mate! Urban Baristas is a specialty coffee company originating from Australia, known for its commitment to quality coffee and the vibrant Australian brunch culture. With several cafes across London and our roastery in Bethnal Green, we strive to create exceptional coffee experiences for our customers. We believe in fostering a positive work environment and supporting the professional growth of our team members. Join us as we continue to expand and deliver outstanding coffee and service to our valued customers. Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as an Assistant Manager in the Specialty Coffee Industry. As the Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading the daily operations of our specialty coffee shop. You will ensure exceptional customer service, maintain high-quality standards, and create a positive and engaging work environment. If you have a passion for specialty coffee, proven leadership skills, and a strong track record in the industry, we invite you to apply. Responsibilities: • Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and team management., • Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service, maintaining product quality, and promptly resolving customer concerns or issues., • Lead, train, and inspire a team of coffee enthusiasts, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment., • Implement operational strategies to achieve sales targets, maximize profitability, and drive business growth., • Monitor and manage stock levels of coffee beans, supplies, and merchandise, placing orders as necessary to maintain product availability., • Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and hygienic work environment., • Uphold the quality and consistency of coffee preparation, ensuring adherence to company standards and providing guidance to the team. Requirements: • Previous experience in the specialty coffee industry or a similar management role., • Proficiency in espresso extraction, including grind adjustment, dosing, and tamping techniques., • Skill in creating and pouring latte art designs, showcasing attention to detail and craftsmanship., • Proven leadership abilities with a track record of effectively managing and developing a team., • Exceptional customer service skills with a friendly and approachable attitude., • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment., • Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions under the pressure., • Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays., • A positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to teamwork., • Food handling certification and knowledge of health and safety regulations is a plus.

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elasticStage

Temporary technicians

We've invented a new technology to produce on-demand vinyl records and built a web platform for music creators to create and sell their products worldwide via our store at zero cost. We partner with leading record labels, streaming services, digital providers, distributors, and iconic global artists to build a global solution for physical media, but most importantly, we give small and emerging artists frictionless access to offer vinyl and CDs to their fans through our innovative solution and planned production/fulfilment centres in Europe, the USA, and Asia. We’re looking for 1-2 temporary technicians/operatives to support our existing team with assembly and basic installation work. The initial work will involve assembling components alongside or under the supervision of our in-house engineers. Role overview: Title: Temporary Electrical / Installation Technician (or Assembly / Installation Operative) Location: Borehamwood, North London Start: Week commencing 16th of February • Duration: Initially 1 week, with the possibility of extending, • On-site, full-time during that period Key skills/experience: • Practical, hands-on background in: Mechanical assembly., • Basic electrical wiring (cable routing, connectors, simple panel/machine wiring)., • Comfortable working from instructions and guidance., • Tool-confident (basic electrical and mechanical hand tools)., • Health & safety aware, comfortable in a workshop / industrial environment., • Any electrical background (e.g. Electrical Mate / Improver level) is a plus, but not essential.

G'day mate! Urban Baristas is an Australian Coffee Company with multiple sites across London, passionate about speciality coffee, roasting and the Aussie brunch culture. We are looking for a passionate barista who absolutely loves making high-quality coffee in a fast-paced environment. Our baristas have excellent product knowledge, attention to detail, efficiency, and cleanliness, and most importantly are friendly, engaging, and fun to be around. As an applicant you’ll have experience in a high-volume coffee environment, serving quality shots and steaming milk with banging latte art. A positive, confident, and open-minded attitude. Great communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. High-volume coffee experience highly regarded. Customer service experience. Good organization skills. Available on weekends. What we offer: Detailed training and internal progression wherever possible. Support in growing your coffee knowledge and leadership skills, and the opportunity to develop your hospitality career with a growing company. Paid meals and drinks on shift + 50% discount on all products. If brewing amazing coffee and providing exemplary customer service gets you excited, get in touch with a bit of information about yourself!

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palmersplumbingservicesltd

Duties are the assisting of plumbers and trainees in the installation and Maintenance of plumbing and heating in commercial premises, new build site and domestic dwellings and any other associated tasks as required in these fields. Also be able to work on your own with own initiative. Must be at least 3/4 years exp, must have tools and MUST drive .

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