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Whelans is a vibrant, welcoming pub company known for great quality food and drink, warm hospitality, and a buzzing atmosphere. We’re committed to creating memorable guest experiences and fostering a positive, motivated team culture. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an exceptional General Manager to lead one of our venues to its next chapter. The Role As our General Manager, you will be the driving force behind the pub’s success. You’ll oversee all day-to-day operations, manage and inspire your team, deliver outstanding customer service, and ensure strong commercial performance. Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing front- and back-of-house team, • Maintain exceptional standards of service, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction, • Oversee stock management, ordering, and cost control, • Drive sales and profitability through great hospitality and local marketing initiatives, • Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health & safety, and company policies, • Recruit, train, and schedule staff effectively, • Manage budgets, P&L performance, and financial reporting, • Build strong relationships with guests, suppliers, and the local community About You We’re looking for a confident, hands-on leader with a passion for hospitality and people. You will have: • Proven experience as a General Manager or similar role in a pub, bar, or hospitality venue, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • A commercial mindset with experience hitting KPIs and driving revenue, • A calm, positive attitude under pressure, • A genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences, • Excellent organisation and problem-solving abilities, • Personal licence (desirable)

🔥 Crunch coming to Battersea! Join the Sandwich [Up]rising 🔥 📍 15A Parkfield Industrial Estate, Culvert Place, Battersea, SW11 5BA (📦 Delivery-Only / Editions Site) Crunch is expanding to South West London — and we’re looking for a Kitchen Leader to help launch and run our brand-new Battersea Editions site. This is a delivery-only kitchen — no tills, no front of house — just the fast, focused, high-energy environment where our award-winning sandwiches are made and sent across the city. If you’ve got strong kitchen experience and love leading by example, this is your chance to step up and help shape the future of Crunch in Battersea. 🔪 What You’ll Be Doing Lead by example: Oversee daily kitchen flow, keeping stations efficient, clean, and fully stocked. Support and train team members: Help new staff learn Crunch standards, recipes, and procedures, ensuring consistency across every sandwich. Own service performance: Manage order accuracy and speed across delivery platforms (Deliveroo, Uber Eats, etc.) to keep service smooth under pressure. Ensure hygiene and compliance: Maintain daily checklists, temperature logs, and food safety routines (we’ll provide training and templates). Communicate with management: Report any operational issues, shortages, or maintenance needs clearly and promptly. Stay hands-on: From the grill to packing, you’ll still be on the line — setting the pace, keeping quality high, and making sure the team runs as one. 💥 What We Offer • Paid trial shifts, • Competitive pay: £13.50 – £14.00/hour (depending on experience), • Flexible full-time or part-time hours, • Free, delicious meals on shift, • Free team uniform, • £200 referral bonus for introducing new team members, • Structured training with clear pathways to Kitchen Manager and beyond, • Real growth potential — Crunch is expanding fast across London ✅ What We’re Looking For • Solid kitchen experience (ideally 1+ year in a fast-paced, delivery or service-led kitchen), • Strong leadership and communication skills — you’re calm, clear, and team-first, • Excellent attention to detail and time management, • Confident with basic food safety and hygiene standards, • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to get one — we’ll help), • Positive, reliable, and proactive mindset — no ego, just energy This is a chance to take ownership, grow your leadership skills, and be part of something big. If you’re ready to lead from the front and join the ultimate sandwich uprising, we’d love to hear from you. Crunch Team 🤘🏼🥪

Join our team as a Runner at our vibrant Mediterranean Bistro and Cocktail Bar in Chelsea. As a Runner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service. Your primary responsibilities will include assisting waitstaff and bar staff with delivering food and beverages to tables, clearing and setting tables promptly, and maintaining a clean and organized dining environment. You will also support the team by replenishing supplies and responding to guest requests efficiently. What We’re Looking For: • A proactive and enthusiastic team player, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent communication skills, • Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential What We Offer: • A supportive and friendly work environment with leaders in the industry, • Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company, • Competitive compensation and benefits If you have a passion for hospitality and are ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You’ll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • Maintaining 5* Food Hygiene standards., • You’ll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What’s on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week., • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI’s., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

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!

Are you an experienced and passionate leader ready to manage some of London's most beloved Italian restaurants? La Mia Mamma is seeking a dedicated Restaurant Manager to oversee operations, lead our team, and ensure an exceptional dining experience for every guest. La Mia Mamma is more than just a restaurant; it’s a unique culinary journey. Our concept delivers authentic Italian regional cuisine, prepared and served by real Italian mammas flown in directly from Italy. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure the highest standards of service., • Lead, motivate, and train the team to create a cohesive and effective workforce., • Manage staff schedules and handle recruitment as needed., • Maintain and enhance customer satisfaction by addressing feedback and implementing improvements., • Coordinate with kitchen staff and suppliers to ensure smooth service flow and product quality., • Monitor financial performance, including budgets, sales, and cost control., • Uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards in all restaurant activities. Key Skills: • Proven experience in restaurant management., • Strong leadership and team-building skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities., • Customer-focused mindset with a passion for exceptional service., • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities., • Financial acumen to manage budgets and control costs., • Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture is a plus. Benefits: • Salary range £38K-£50k depending on experience (incl. service charge), • Opportunities for career growth within our expanding group., • Comprehensive training and professional development in Italian hospitality., • Supportive and dynamic team environment., • Staff meals and discounts at all our restaurants.