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  • Part-Time Kitchen Porter
    Part-Time Kitchen Porter
    17 hours ago
    £15.17 hourly
    Part-time
    Manchester

    WHY WORK FOR US All our restaurants have been voted in the Top 100 restaurants in the UK but, most importantly, are happy places to work that put our people first. We focus on building meaningful careers for our teams whilst serving the very best of British produce alongside genuine hospitality from people who care. Having recently certified as a B-Corp, we aspire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be true to themselves, feel genuinely cared for and have equal opportunities for growth and progression. We are committed to building a diverse team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, which in turn elevates our philosophy even further - to ensure that Everyone leaves happy, including you!! OUR OFFER TO YOU At Blacklock, our team's welfare and happiness always comes first. We value the importance of work-life balance and here are some of the benefits and welfare that we offer to our team members: • Blacklock Experience-for-two at one of our restaurants to celebrate passing your probation, • 50% off food in all of our restaurants (up to 4 people), • 30 days' holiday plus service charge (28 statutory plus an extra day on your birthday and company holiday for Blackstock), • Charity day – we'll pay you while you help others (optional volunteering day each year), • 1 hour paid break when you're on a double shift, • Christmas and New Year's Day off (we are closed 24th-26th Dec and 1st Jan), • Family meal and soft drinks when at work, • 'Extras' Discounts, • £500 bonus for referring a friend, • Cost price chops and wine, • 12 weeks paid maternity & adoption leave and 2 weeks paid paternity leave, • 2 days paid Paw-ternity to look after your first puppy, • Special milestone rewards including CODE membership, weekend away, extra holidays and fully paid sabbaticals, • Free mortgage advice, • Hardship Loan Scheme, • Face-to-face counselling support, legal advice and hardship grants through our Employee Assistance Programme, • We'll invest in your training and development and help you set a clear career path for a promotion, • Last but not least, we have awesome team parties including Blackstock, our annual company festival! YOUR ROLE AS A KITCHEN PORTER We are looking for a Kitchen Porter with a positive attitude and ability to work in a busy environment. Someone who is a great team player, hardworking and always willing to get stuck in! If you like what you've heard so far and you feel that a Kitchen Porter role at Blacklock is a bit of you, we would love to hear from you! Please apply here: https://harri.com/Blacklock

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    2 months ago
    £12.75–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Position Overview The Head of Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing, managing, and optimising all operational aspects of the Company. This role ensures the smooth running of the business from pre‑launch through day‑to‑day operations, driving efficiency, consistency, and growth. The Head of Operations will work closely with the founders and management team to build strong operational foundations and deliver an exceptional customer experience. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership • Oversee all operational activities of the business, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance., • Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational systems, processes, and procedures., • Lead operational planning for business launch and ongoing growth. Project & Launch Management • Manage end‑to‑end project timelines for restaurant setup, launch preparation, and expansion activities., • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure all operational milestones are achieved. Supplier & Procurement Management • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for food, equipment, and services., • Build strong supplier relationships and ensure consistent supply chain performance., • Monitor cost control, quality standards, and delivery reliability. Staffing & HR Operations • Lead recruitment for all operational roles, including kitchen, front‑of‑house, and support staff., • Oversee staff onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management., • Ensure compliance with UK employment law, health & safety regulations, and company policies. Daily Operational Management • Manage day‑to‑day restaurant operations to ensure smooth service delivery., • Monitor operational KPIs including labour cost, food cost, customer satisfaction, and productivity., • Identify operational issues and implement effective solutions promptly. Business Growth & Strategy • Support strategic planning for future branches, catering services, or brand expansion., • Analyse operational performance and recommend improvements to enhance profitability and efficiency., • Undertake any additional reasonable duties required for the successful operation and growth of the Company. Employment Terms (to be detailed in the employment contract) Upon commencement of trading, the Head of Operations will be employed under a separate employment contract outlining: • Working hours, • Salary and benefits, • Holiday entitlement, • Notice period, • Disciplinary and grievance procedures, • Pension obligations, • All other applicable employment terms in accordance with UK employment law Candidate Requirements Essential • Proven experience in restaurant operations management (multi‑site or single‑site)., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • Experience in supplier management, recruitment, and operational planning., • Ability to build systems, processes, and teams from the ground up., • Strong understanding of UK hospitality regulations and compliance. Desirable • Experience in Middle Eastern / Arabic cuisine or culturally‑specific restaurant operations., • Pre‑opening or launch experience., • Project management experience.

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  • Waiter/Waitress
    Waiter/Waitress
    2 days ago
    £18.04 hourly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    WHY WORK FOR US Here at Blacklock we`ve fully embraced cultural diversity and made it our superpower. Our people are the very beating heart of our restaurants, where everyone can be themselves and truly shine in their natural brilliance. We also have quite a few OGs who have been rocking the floor for 8+ years, and still going strong (and surprisingly fast), which should count for something! Just like the well-being of our people we feel the same way about the planet – we're proud to be a certified B Corp. OUR OFFER TO YOU • A safe and respectful place where you can be yourself and speak your truth., • Learning and growing. We'll train you from the ground up and invest in one of the best, varied training programmes out there, helping you become a top-tier industry professional opening many doors for your future., • Flexible hours. We will do our best to design your work schedule around your lifestyle., • Become a part of a high performing, self-assured team., • Autonomy. Once we've given you all the tools and knowledge you need, we believe the best thing we can do is give you the space to do your thing. Micromanagement is not our style., • Work with a well-seasoned leadership team. Our restaurants move at a fast pace, with high energy and emotional intensity, but our managers know how to keep teams focused and in control., • Join an ever-growing, nationwide network of people who genuinely support and look out for one another., • Job security! There is no queue of AI-driven robots outside of our restaurants wanting to take our jobs. We check every day – so far so good! SOME OF THE GREAT PERKS TO ENJOY AS PART OF OUR BENEFIT PACKAGE • 50% off food across all our restaurants for you and up to three guests., • Enjoy our superb-quality chops, steaks, and premium wine at cost price – perfect for hosting a BBQ in the garden or home party., • A choice of freshly prepared hot meals (buffet-style) on shift with the team's dietary requirements in mind. Vegetarians and vegans are welcome! We make sure everyone's well fed and ready to rock., • Plenty of breaks (all paid) throughout the day to rest, recharge, and step outside., • 30 days holiday plus service charge: 28 statutory days, plus an extra day for your birthday and another to enjoy Blackstock – our yearly end-of-summer open-air festival (it`s awesome!)., • Christmas and New Year's Day off (we are closed 24th-26th Dec and 1st Jan), • One paid day each year to give back through volunteering – you choose the cause, whatever speaks to you., • Free mortgage advice., • Hardship Loan Scheme to support you in unexpected situations., • Face-to-face counselling support, legal advice and hardship grants through our Employee Assistance Programme., • Special milestone rewards including CODE membership, weekend away, extra holidays and fully paid sabbaticals. ..And more! WHAT WE WOULD LOVE FROM YOU IN RETURN We are not simply hiring staff but building a community of good natured people who crave and find meaning in human connection. We are looking for a strong mix of fierce intelligence, kindness, and a desire to change hospitality, and the world, for the better. While experience is valued and certainly an advantage, who you are as a person matters far more. If our story speaks to you, we would love to hear yours.

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