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Dog Day Care Assistant Due to continued growth and expansion we are looking to recruit a new full time member of staff to join our friendly and passionate doggy day care team. A rare opportunity for a hard working, reliable, honest, genuine dog lover who is also looking to potentially develop as a trainer/behaviourist living in the Hornsey (London) area. Must be confident handling all breeds of dogs, must hold a full clean UK driving license with experience of driving in & around London, no criminal record and able to write to a competent level of English. Any successful applicant will be subject to a CRB check (We cover the cost for this check). Previous experience of working/volunteering/owning dogs is desirable, however the right attitude to work is more important. Duties will include (but not limited to) Picking up and dropping off dogs to and from clients homes General care of the dogs during the day Making sure dogs are fed and watered Taking pictures of dogs, writing a daily report and sending them to respective clients Ensuring that all doggy play areas are safe, and clean at all times Please include a cover letter in your application. A company vehicle is supplied with this role. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Experience: Driving: 3 years (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work Location: In person

Job Overview: Our Team Members are essential to the smooth operation of Pittagoras. They ensure their sections run efficiently according to company standards and provide outstanding service to our customers, creating a memorable experience every time. Role Purpose: Team Members contribute to the overall success of the store by maintaining high standards in food preparation and service, supporting their colleagues, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Key Responsibilities: Attendance: Maintain timely attendance according to the scheduled hours. Uniform and Hygiene: Always wear a full, smart, clean uniform while on shift and use protective clothing as required. Section Monitoring: Oversee the standards of their sections and report any issues to the shift leader. Compliance: Follow all Pittagoras systems and processes, including Food and Hygiene standards, Health & Safety, and opening and closing procedures. Training: Support the training of new team members. Scope: Financial: Contribute to cost management by minimizing food wastage. Non-Financial:** **Ensure high customer satisfaction and quality food standards. Values: Authentic: Deliver authentic Greek food experiences. Informal: Provide excellent customer service in a friendly manner. Forward Thinking: Plan and work efficiently, adapting to rush orders and maintaining par levels. Honest: Support management and team members, fostering a strong team ethic. Energetic: Approach tasks with enthusiasm and contribute to a positive work environment. Key Relationships: Internal: Branch Manager, other team members. External: Customers, suppliers, delivery drivers. Education, Qualifications Essential: - Basic kitchen experience. - Reasonable command of the English language. Desirable: - Food and safety level 2 certification. - Health and hygiene certification/understanding of COSH. Competency/Behavioural Indicators: - Team player with flexibility for various tasks. - Professional attitude aligned with company values. - Can-do attitude and courteous approach to customers and team. - Passion for cooking and customer service. - Excellent communication skills and strong customer service ethic. - Flexibility in working hours and location. People Management Responsibility: Team Member (individual contributor). By joining Pittagoras, you become part of a dynamic team with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our team!

We are looking for a confident, communicative, and customer-oriented Supervisor to join our team! We are a young business with a blend of retail, food and beverage, and events. ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE You will be assisting in the daily operations of our site, duty-managing a team across retail and hospitality. Reporting to the General Manager, you will supervise the team and ensure the site is operating at its best. Responsibilities will include: - Supervising the retail and deli counter team - Maintaining clean and sanitary conditions - Providing excellent customer service - Following health and safety regulations - Handling food preparation and storage - Assisting in inventory management - Ensuring product freshness and quality - Maximising sales and conversions - Operating EPOS Systems - Assisting in the training of new staff - Performing other duties as assigned Weekend and evening work highly likely in this role. Please only apply if you are willing and able to work Saturdays and Sundays. ABOUT YOU Our ideal candidate will have previous experience managing in retail, hospitality, and/or food and beverage environments. We are looking for a passionate leader with strong initiative and the ability to manage a team. Your interpersonal and communication skills will be excellent, and you'll be a fast learner who is willing to go the extra mile to excite and delight every customer. You'll need to be highly confident in both written and verbal communication in English, as the majority of your role will be customer-facing. ABOUT YOUR NEW TEAM Brityard is an exciting new experiential retail, hospitality, and events destination that exclusively represents Britain's finest independent brands and talent. Brityard offers brands the opportunity to showcase their products in one of London's most prestigious retail locations. Brand partners include GRAPE&Fig, the world's first 'Build Your Own British Cheese Box' bar, Assembly coffee, and J'Lato specialty gelato. Want to apply? Get in touch today! If you think you’ve got what it takes to join our passionate and fun-loving team. Interviews will be conducted this week.

Overview: We are looking for a motivated Junior Office Administrator with a background in movie production to join our team. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to support both administrative functions and production operations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the film industry, strong organisational skills, and a proactive attitude towards problem-solving. Key Responsibilities: ● Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, arranging travel, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. ● Production Assistance: Assist with logistics and coordination for film productions, including liaising with crew, organising equipment, and maintaining production schedules. ● Office Management: Manage office supplies, ensure office is well maintained, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations. ● Document Management: Maintain and organise files, contracts, and production documents both physically and digitally. ● Document Design and Editing: Edit and enhance presentations, flyers and documents, ensuring they are visually appealing, professional, and align with the company's branding guidelines using Adobe Illustrator. ● Communication: Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring prompt and professional communication. ● Financial Administration: Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as invoicing and expense tracking. ● Human Resources Support: Assist with recruitment processes, maintain employee records and assist with onboarding new hires. Qualifications and Skills: ● Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within the entertainment or media industry. ● Familiarity with office software (e.g., MS Office Suite, Google Workspace), Adobe Illustrator and production management tools. ● Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional demeanour. ● Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise. ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. ● Proactive and resourceful in resolving challenges that arise in a fast-paced environment. Work Environment: This role offers a hybrid work environment with a blend of in-office and remote work, but will start off fully remote. Flexibility in scheduling may be required to accommodate production timelines and deadlines. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV outlining their suitability for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

A fantastic opportunity for a Sales Lister / Valuer to step into a Management role and progress their career with a dynamic market leading company - Excellent career prospects - Profit Bonus for high achievers - Potential to drive your own income results Job: Sales Valuation Manager - Estate Agency Location: Shinfield, Reading Salary: £50,000 guaranteed in year one, plus profit bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, with Saturdays on a rota Our client, a highly regarded estate agency in the Shinfield area of Reading, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Valuation Manager / Valuer. This pivotal role involves overseeing the valuation process and ensuring the highest standards of service to clients. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct property valuations with accuracy and efficiency. - Develop and maintain strong client relationships to secure new business. - Provide expert advice to clients on market conditions, prices, and related matters. - Prepare and present detailed valuation reports. - Collaborate with the sales team to achieve company targets. - Stay updated with local property market trends and developments. - Manage the entire sales process from initial contact through to completion. - Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. - Requirements: - Proven experience in property valuation within an estate agency. - Strong understanding of the property market, particularly in the Reading area. - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - High level of professionalism and customer service orientation. - Valid driving licence and own car. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a key role in a successful estate agency. If you have the expertise and ambition to excel in this role, we look forward to receiving your application. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Contact us: If you would like to know more about this role please contact Sally at ProFind Property Recruitment ProFind Property Recruitment are acting as a recruitment agency with regards to this position. By submitting your application, you are consenting to ProFind Property Recruitment processing and storing your data for the purposes of your job search. We receive lots of applications for our vacancies and try to respond as quickly as possible. If you have not heard from a member of the team within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful, but please feel free to apply for future roles with us.

• Supervising the work of existing payroll team members • Advising payroll team members about taxes and employment laws on salary • Calculating wage increments, overtime payments and public holiday pay • Issuing cash, cheques or bank transfers for employee payments, depending on the business • Hiring and training new payroll team members • Analysing and reporting on payroll data • Auditing the payroll to make sure it satisfies all government regulations • Developing and refining payroll procedures

Architectural Internship offered with accommodation. We are an architecture and design firm based in North West London specialising in swimming pools, saunas, spas & steam rooms that requires an architectural intern to join our design team and assist in defining and delivering new projects. The selected intern will be working on live projects starting the last quarter of 2024 and would also get the opportunity to work on the 2025 pipeline growth, so good SketchUp skills and expertise in any relevant 3-D software are a must, apart from the obvious understanding of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. You will be working with a senior design consultant to conduct research activities for potential clients, sketch concepts, and produce 3-D illustrations and working drawings. You will support planning activities, communicate status and progress of projects through meetings and reports. You would also get the chance to design and implement drawing templates and actively suggest improvements to existing processes. To be successful you would need to be an Architecture / Interior Design graduate who is interested being a designer of luxury homes as a career moving forward and open to new ideas and approaches at all times. Key objectives to keep in mind for this internship are to develop project management skills, manage workflow and show passion + enthusiasm for being with a fast growing company. This is an excellent opportunity to join a niche design firm that has a number of exciting projects coming up. Location: North West London Duration: The internship will start in the August 2024 and will last 6 months, after which permanent employment offering up to £36,000 per year may be offered based on performance. Remuneration: During the internship you will be paid £200 per week as expenses, plus provided free lunch, travel and single room accommodation near the office.