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Job Title: Waiter/Waitress Position Type: Part-time/Full-time Location: ESQ Cocktail Bar & Grill, 817 Old Kent Road, South East London, SE15 1NX About Us: ESQ Cocktail Bar & Grill is a vibrant and renowned establishment in South East London, offering an exceptional blend of Continental and African cuisine alongside lively brunch events and live DJ performances. For over a decade, we have been a cherished destination for a diverse clientele, and we pride ourselves on delivering an outstanding dining and entertainment experience. Job Description: We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and customer-oriented individuals to join our team as waiters/waitresses. As part of our front-of-house staff, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests. Key Responsibilities: - Greet and seat customers in a warm and friendly manner. - Take orders accurately and deliver food and drinks to guests in a timely fashion. - Offer recommendations from our menu, including highlighting specials and promotions. - Ensure a high standard of service, addressing customer needs and resolving any issues with professionalism. - Handle cash and card transactions efficiently. - Assist in setting up and cleaning tables as well as maintaining the cleanliness of the dining area. - Work collaboratively with the kitchen and bar staff to ensure seamless service. - Support during special events, parties, and weekend brunches with live DJs. Requirements: - Previous experience in a restaurant, bar, or hospitality role is preferred but not essential. - Strong communication skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. - Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. - Positive attitude, with the ability to work as part of a team. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. - Legal right to work in the UK. What We Offer: - Competitive hourly wage. - Opportunity to earn tips. - Flexible shift patterns. - A vibrant, fun working environment with live music and events. - Employee discounts on food and drinks. - Training and development opportunities. If you’re passionate about hospitality and ready to be part of an energetic team in a lively setting, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to or drop by ESQ Cocktail Bar & Grill to apply in person.

BARTENDERS WANTED — NO POSERS. JUST PROS. We’re opening the kind of place we want to drink at: Dark corners. Loud music. Strong drinks. Zero bullshit. A dive bar feel, but every pour is perfected, and every detail matters. If you’ve got the chops, the hustle, and the palate — keep reading. What we’re after: Experienced bartenders (1+ years minimum) who know their way around a speed rail and a proper stirred-down Sazerac. Confidence, not ego. Personality, not performance. People who work fast, stay sharp, and never water it down — literally or figuratively. Must give a damn about quality: ingredients, technique, service, all of it. Punctual, professional (yes, even in a leather jacket), and ready to help build something from the ground up. What you’re walking into: A brand new, no-fuss venue with a whole lot of personality. Cocktails that slap. Beers that don’t suck. No neon blue shots unless we’re joking. A team that works hard, supports each other, and doesn’t take themselves too seriously. Late nights, good tunes, and a little chaos (the good kind). Solid pay, proper tips, and room to grow if you’re in it for the ride. Pay increases as you climb the bartender levels. Sound like your kind of joint? Slide into our applications with your resume + a little something about why you belong behind our bar. Let’s make some noise for afters. Coming soon to Clapham.

Job Title: Marketing Manager (Hands-On, Solo Operator) Salary: £38,000 base + performance incentives + freelance support budget Location: London HQ (2 days/wk) + regular Birmingham & venue visits | Hybrid working Hours: Full-time, permanent (occasional evening launch events) **About Us** We run a growing chain of private-room karaoke venues loved for high-energy nights, inventive cocktails and zero-judgement sing-along vibes. With fresh sites and partnerships on the horizon, we’re hiring a single, resourceful marketer who can think like a strategist and act like a creator—owning the entire funnel while tapping freelancers for specialist help. **The Role** You’ll be the one-person marketing department: shaping the plan, building the brand and pressing “publish. ” Key responsibilities 1. Strategy & roadmap 1.1 Audit channels, audiences and spend; craft a 12-month marketing plan tied to booking targets. 1.2 Set clear KPIs (CAC, repeat-visit rate, database growth) and report monthly to the founders. 2, Brand & creative 2.1 Develop and refine brand guidelines, tone-of-voice and campaign concepts. 2.2 Produce short-form video, social posts, emails and landing-page copy—briefing freelance designers or videographers when polish is essential. 3, Acquisition & retention 3.1, Run paid-social and Google Ads (hands-on in-platform). 3.2, Own SEO basics, Google Business profiles and local PR / influencer nights. 3,3. Grow and segment the guest database; automate birthday and loyalty comms. 4, Budget & supplier management 4.1, Control a ring-fenced freelancer pot (£X per quarter) for design, PPC optimisation or PR spikes. 4.2, Track ROI, re-allocate spend and negotiate good rates. 5, In-venue integration 5,1. Work with venue managers on point-of-sale promos, seasonal décor and, guest-feedback loops. 5,2. Quick turnaround on ideas for socialmadia,promotion,etc. 5,3. Host launch parties, university roadshows and partner events. **About You** Must-haves Nice-to-haves 3–5 yrs marketing experience with demonstrable revenue impact Comfortable building strategy and rolling up sleeves on Canva, CapCut, GA4 & Meta/Google Ads Data-driven: you talk CAC, retention and ROAS, not just likes Strong project-management and self-motivation (you’ll be solo) Hospitality / nightlife background Experience managing freelancers or a micro-agency Knowledge of Klaviyo, Figma or basic HTML Love of music, live events or performance culture. **What We Offer** £38-40k base plus incentive scheme linked to venue revenue growth. Freelance/agency budget to plug skill gaps and prevent overload. 21 days holiday + bank holidays. Hybrid setup & reimbursed travel between sites. Staff karaoke parties, friends-and-family discounts and an annual training fund (CIM, video editing, etc. How to Apply Email with: 1. Your CV. 2. A cover note (max 300 words) telling us one growth idea you’d test first—and why. 3. A link to a campaign or content piece you built end-to-end. 4. Deadline: Friday 16 May 2025. First-round video calls w/c 19 May; on-site final stage 5. includes a 15-minute channel-prioritisation exercise.

Free concert tickets plus paid work- Tour Promo Staff – UK & EU (April–May 2025) Paid opportunity – 1-hour shift + free concert access! We’re looking for bright, energetic promo staff to join us on a major artist’s UK & EU tour, working at top venues across April 19 – May 26, 2025. Effie Passero is a dynamic singer-songwriter who first rose to fame as a standout contestant on American Idol Season 16, where her powerful voice and emotional depth earned her national acclaim. Known for blending classic influences with contemporary soul and pop, Effie brings a theatrical flair to every performance. Her rich vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and commanding presence continue to captivate audiences both onstage and in the studio. Postmodern Jukebox is a musical group created by Scott Bradlee that reimagines modern pop songs in vintage styles like jazz, swing, and soul. With a rotating cast of talented musicians and singers, they’re known for their retro vibes, classy covers, and viral YouTube hits. The Role: • Distribute flyers to audience members exiting the venue after each show • Just 30 mins of work per night (paid for 1 hour) – simple and fast-paced • No data capture or sign-ups, just high-energy flyer distribution in large crowds Who We’re Looking For: • Stylish, professional models or promo staff per city • Friendly, confident, and quick on their feet • Dress code: All black or classy casual – nothing too provocative or overly artsy • Ideal vibe: Bubbly, polished young women or stylish young men Perks: • Paid role • Complimentary ticket to the show on the night you work • Be part of a high-profile tour experience in some of the UK and EU’s top venues Dates & Cities: Dates & Cities: • Sat, May 3 – Gateshead, UK – The Glasshouse • Wed, Apr 30 – Sheffield, UK – Octagon • Thu, May 1 – Leicester, UK – De Montfort Hall • Sat, May 3 – Gateshead, UK – The Glasshouse • Sun, May 4 – Glasgow, UK – Royal Concert Hall • Mon, May 5 – Aberdeen, UK – Music Hall • Wed, May 7 – York, UK – Barbican • Thu, May 8 – Torquay, UK – Princess Theatre • Fri, May 9 – Southampton, UK – Guildhall • Sun, May 11 – Cardiff, UK – New Theatre • Mon, May 12 – Birmingham, UK – Symphony Hall • Tue, May 13 – Aylesbury, UK – Waterside Theatre • Wed, May 14 – Northampton, UK – Derngate • Thu, May 15 – Liverpool, UK – Philharmonic • Fri, May 16 – Manchester, UK – Bridgewater Hall • Sun, May 18 – Paris, France – Salle Pleyel • Mon, May 19 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Paradiso • Tue, May 20 – Lille, France – Sébastopol • Thu, May 22 – Rennes, France – L’Etage • Fri, May 23 – Ostend, Belgium – Kursaal • Sat, May 24 – Geneva, Switzerland – Alhambra • Sun, May 25 – Clermont-Ferrand, France – La Coopérative de Mai • Mon, May 26 – Marseille, France – Le Silo Please only apply for jobs you are local for. How to Apply: You can apply We can’t wait to hear from you and bring you on board for this exciting tour! Please apply only for the tour dates that are local to you. We will be assigning staff based on location to keep things smooth and efficient.

The "preamble" Before we get started on the usual jargon about how good we are, let's be real about this. We've got a pretty nice vibe here and we do genuinely care about hiring great people and treating them well so that they will stay and grow with us, but as most hospitality businesses know, we can't offer you a sweet little Monday to Friday gig with a million posh perks (like big banks do!). As much s we would love to.... We're lucky to have a very decent owner, 3 pretty cool locations, and a nice team of humans who are here to provide an amazing service to our guests first and foremost, and also to have a great time working with a solid team. Now, who would choose a bank over that?! Right, now to the usual... Who are we? A cultural landmark with a rich history in music and film, Olympic Studios has been lovingly restored back to film as an independently owned, boutique three-screen cinema with a buzzy Café & Dining room on the ground floor, and private Members Club upstairs. ** What are we looking for?** We are looking for a motivated, versatile and experienced Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen, delivering a modern European menu to both upstairs members’ club and the cafe and bistro on the ground floor. What will you be doing day to day? · Working with the Head Chef and the kitchen team to maintain high standards in the quality of food both in its flavour, preparation and its presentation · Ensuring that each dishes is prepared and cooked with pride, according to our standards · Working as part of a great team to ensure a smooth and high-quality service in a supportive environment · Training, guiding and and mentoring other junior chefs (DCDP and Commis chefs) · Maintain a detailed knowledge of the full menu and be able to explain dish descriptions/allergens · Ensuring stock is rotated and labelled correctly within your sections · Ensure your work areas/spaces are clean at all times · Assist filling out daily due diligence checks and checklists to assist your team in subsequent services · Making sure all checklists and cleaning rotas are adhered to · Working in all areas of the kitchen depending on the daily needs Preparation of a whole range of food but with a particular emphasis on pastry · To observe all Company Food Hygiene and Health and Safety policies in line with required food safety standards · To assist the Head Chef, to check the completeness of all food and kitchen equipment sent to each function · To assist the Head Chef to check the completeness of all suppliers’ deliveries and the correctness of their invoices · To set out, maintain and monitor high standards of cooking and presentation · Ensuring that all completed food is correctly wrapped, labelled, and put in out-fridge for each event · To ensure that all completed jobs are fully checked off before it leaves the unit · To work closely with Head Chef and other chefs at each event to ensure that the function runs smoothly · To liaise and work closely with the Café and Restaurant teams What we are looking for (if you do not fill all of these criteria, we may still have opportunities for you) · A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Chef · Great knowledge on health and safety, especially food safety · Willingness to play a key part in a well performing team · Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment · Commitment and drive · The ability to attend and undertake all required training · A genuine passion for food · Confident communication skills · Attention to detail How can you apply? What do we offer? · Staff cinema screenings and free cinema tickets (see? this is unique!) · Discounted dining (we would expect nothing less) · A really (honestly) great and supportive Head Chef (not a scary one) · Career progression (as expected) · 28 days holiday (we wish we could offer more) · Cycle to work scheme (the usual jargon- look, we're trying to improve at least!!!)