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Housekeeping Attendant - Luxury Aparthotel | Full-time, Permanent I £27,500 + Benefits Work with pride. Deliver excellence. Grow with us. Urban Chic, one of London’s most stylish and design-led serviced apartment providers, is seeking a skilled and experienced Cleaner to join our growing team, specifically for our aparthotel in Paddington, Chiwlorth Court. As a Housekeeping Attendant, you will play a key role in upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and visual excellence across our apartments and communal areas. At Urban Chic, we’re proud of our progress and ambitions. We’re working hard to become an employer of choice – a place where people feel respected, supported, and proud of the contribution they make each day. What you will receive: - Annual salary of £27,500 - 28 days holiday, plus an extra paid day off for your birthday - Vitality medical insurance, including gym discounts and wellness perks - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) via Health Assured - Employee rates for family bookings - Refer-a-friend bonus scheme - Annual employee recognition awards & long service awards - Team social events throughout the year ** Your responsibilities will include:** - Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in guest apartments and communal areas, creating a warm and welcoming environment - Performing janitorial tasks including dusting, vacuuming, and mopping - Coordinating with team members to organise cleaning schedules and respond to guest needs - Using cleaning equipment and products safely and responsibly - Reporting maintenance or safety issues promptly to management ** We’re looking for someone who has:** - At least three years’ experience in housekeeping, ideally within aparthotels or serviced apartments - A passion for exceptional service and creating welcoming spaces - A positive, can-do attitude and pride in their work - The ability to work independently and collaboratively - Strong communication and organisational skills Working hours: 40 hours per week, across five days Shifts are scheduled between Monday and Sunday (rotational) From 10:00 to 18:00 Includes a 30-minute paid break We believe in raising standards for our guests, our properties, and our team. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company that’s growing with purpose and heart, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants invited for an interview must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

About Us: We are a cozy, family-run Italian restaurant in the heart of Islington, dedicated to delivering authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist. Our team is passionate about creating memorable dining experiences for our guests. Role: We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team immediately. You’ll play a key role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly by supporting our chefs, maintaining cleanliness, and handling basic food prep tasks as needed. What you’ll do: Keep kitchen areas clean and organised Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment Assist with deliveries and stock rotation Support the kitchen team with food prep when required You’ll need to be: Punctual and dependable Able to work efficiently under pressure A team player with a positive attitude Eligible to work in the UK Perks: Staff meals on shift Friendly, supportive team start: asap

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!!!)

Join the Pittagoras Team as a Supervisor – Tooting Broadway Pittagoras has proudly served our community for over four years, and as we continue to grow, we’re looking for a vibrant, ambitious, and dedicated individual to join our team as a Supervisor at our Tooting Broadway site. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the daily running of the store, guide a passionate team, and help uphold the high standards Pittagoras is known for. Role Purpose: As a Supervisor, you play a key role in supporting smooth daily operations and ensuring every customer has a great experience. You will lead by example in food preparation, service, and teamwork. You’ll help train and guide team members, support the Store Manager, and keep things running efficiently on shift. Key Responsibilities: ● Service Preparation: Help ensure the store is ready for service, including the correct amount of gyros on the spit and prepared items, supporting effective service and minimising waste. ● Uniform and Hygiene: Maintain a smart, clean uniform and follow all hygiene and safety protocols. ● Quality Standards: Follow the gyros and prep management systems to ensure food meets Pittagoras’ high-quality standards. ● Team Support: Assist with onboarding and supporting new and existing team members. Be a go-to person on shift and help drive team morale. ● Store Operations: Supervise all areas of the store during your shift. Report any issues or concerns to the Store Manager or Operations Manager as needed. ● Compliance: Follow and help enforce all food safety, health & safety, and hygiene regulations, as well as Pittagoras’ internal procedures. ● Profitability Support: Help reduce waste, follow recipes accurately, and assist in managing stock levels efficiently. ● Scheduling and Ordering: Support the Store Manager with rota planning and supplier ordering as needed. Requirements: ● Previous experience in a supervisory or senior team member role, ideally within hospitality or food service. ● Good command of the English language. ● Food Safety Level 2 certification (or willingness to complete). Competency/Behavioural Indicators: ● Be a strong team player with flexibility and reliability. ● Maintain a professional and positive attitude. ● Deliver exceptional customer service with a can-do mindset. ● Have a passion for food, service, and high standards. ● Show great communication skills and attention to detail. ● Be open to working varying shifts, including evenings and weekends. Our Behaviours: ● Creating Empathy ● Building Confidence ● Making it Happen ● Improving Performance ● Growing Talent ● Influencing Others People Management Responsibility: ● Support a team of 6–10 people during your shift. ● Assist the Store Manager in leading by example and keeping the team motivated, efficient, and focused.

Fulfillment & Operations Executive Location: London, UK Job Type: Full-time, Office-based About Us Welzo is a fast-growing healthcare and wellness marketplace, offering a wide range of health tests, supplements, and personal care products to customers across the UK, EU, and GCC. We are seeking a Fulfillment & Operations Executive to join our team and ensure the smooth and efficient processing of customer orders. Role Overview As a Fulfillment & Operations Executive, you will be responsible for managing the packing, shipping, and logistics of customer orders. You will play a critical role in maintaining high fulfillment standards, ensuring timely deliveries, and optimizing our operations for efficiency. Key Responsibilities Order Processing: Accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for dispatch. Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, update inventory records, and liaise with suppliers to ensure availability of products. Shipping & Logistics: Coordinate with couriers and shipping partners to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Quality Control: Inspect products for accuracy and condition before shipping. Returns & Exchanges: Handle returned items, process refunds, and restock products as needed. Warehouse & Office Organization: Maintain a clean and organized workspace to ensure smooth daily operations. Customer Support Assistance: Work closely with customer service to resolve fulfillment-related issues. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve order fulfillment workflows. Requirements Previous experience in order fulfillment, warehouse operations, or e-commerce logistics is a plus. Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under time constraints. Good organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to lift and move packages when required. Familiarity with shipping platforms and order management systems is advantageous. Team player with a proactive approach to work. What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience. Opportunity to work in a fast-growing healthcare and wellness company. Supportive team environment and career development opportunities. Office-based role with a dynamic and hands-on approach to fulfillment and operations.

Location: Knightsbridge, London About Us: Şekerci Cafer Erol has been crafting world-class Turkish delights, chocolates, and pastries since 1807. As a family-owned business with over two centuries of tradition, we take pride in blending artistry and heritage to deliver exceptional products. With our Knightsbridge, London branch, we aim to bring a taste of this unique culture to new audiences while maintaining our commitment to quality and excellence. Job Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Barback to support our bar team. Our bar offers a variety of premium beverages, including coffee, tea, milkshakes, lemonades, and handcrafted mocktails. As a Barback, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the bar operates smoothly by assisting with preparation, restocking, and maintaining a clean environment. Key Responsibilities: · Assist the bar team in preparing and serving beverages, including coffee, tea, milkshakes, lemonades, and mocktails. · Restock supplies such as glassware, ingredients, and utensils throughout the shift. · Ensure cleanliness and organization in the bar area, adhering to high hygiene standards. · Prepare simple beverage components, such as slicing fruits and refilling syrups, as needed. · Communicate effectively with team members to support seamless service. · Assist with opening and closing procedures as required. Requirements: · Previous experience in a similar role is a plus but not required; training will be provided. · Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. · Strong attention to detail with a focus on cleanliness and organization. · A team player with excellent communication skills. · Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the bar. What We Offer: · The opportunity to work with a globally respected heritage brand. · A dynamic and supportive work environment. · Competitive pay with opportunities for growth. · Hands-on training to develop your skills and advance your career in hospitality. · 15% Staff Discount and 1 Meal per day.

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 Contract length: Permanent The London Irish Centre is seeking to appoint a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Finance team, broadening your experience in Charity accounting, management accounts, grants reporting and commercial accounting, as well as overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role is unusually varied and broad with the opportunity to develop further. You will be a part or fully qualified accountant with exceptional Excel, Systems and Accounting experience. You will be a self-starter, with a high level of initiative and problem-solving skills and you thrive in a very varied financial environment. Additionally, you will also be incredibly well organised, a very fast learner with great analytical and mathematical skills who is also comfortable dealing with lots of stakeholders across the organisation, internally and externally. Please note that this is primarily an on-site role with occasional evening working and a degree of flexibility will be required as you will be supporting services and events that are delivered onsite in Camden NW1. HOW TO APPLY The details in the job description and person specification should be addressed in a one-page cover letter. Upload your CV and cover letter. Please also ensure that you answer ALL of the questions as part of the application process. Please note that the final question is a multiple choice selection – please select ALL of the options that are relevant to you. Closing date: 9am, Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be actively interviewing before this date. We reserve the right to close applications before this date) ***We respectfully request no contact from recruitment agencies*** INTERVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS Round 1 will be a short online test and informal discussion via Teams lasting around 20 minutes. Round 2 will be an exercise and interview which will take place at The London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, Camden, London NW1 9XB. The exercise will allow you to showcase your excel skills, financial knowledge/experience and technical ability. JOB DETAILS AND DESCRIPTION Job Title:Finance Manager Reporting to:CFO Responsible for:Finance Assistant Salary:£34,000 – £40,000 per annum Office location:Camden Square, NW1Days:5 days (flexibility required) Contract type:Permanent JOB PURPOSE The Finance Manager has an essential role to play in both helping to make the London Irish Centre a great place to work and volunteer as well as supporting LIC’s services to deliver on their ambitions. This is a key role within the Finance team with a varied brief to deliver financial services across the organisation. About You You are a results-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting, Excel, and financial systems, bringing a high level of expertise to the role. You are highly organised and adept at managing multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are consistently met without compromising quality. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial data into clear insights for diverse audiences across the organisation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, while fostering a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Transactional Accounting Take ownership of and oversee the entire Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes – from processing invoices to payment run or credit control Accounting for other income and expenditure, such as donations, ticket sales, bar income, and expense claims Payroll / administration Maintain accurate financial records - Reporting Managing cash, banking, credit cards, bank reconciliation, cashflow and assisting with treasury management Prepare month-end and management accounts. Monitoring budget performance, identifying and investigating variances Reconciliation and analysis of financial and non-financial data Balance sheet reconciliation Reporting on various Grants - Finance Business Partnering Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial plans. Liaising with other teams/departments across the charity and providing financial support, assistance and training. Working with various systems and databases (such as ticketing, booking, donations and case management software) - Compliance Prepare and file VAT Returns (Partial exemption) Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and audit requirements. Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with auditors to ensure accurate reporting - Other tasks and duties Any other tasks and duties at the direction of the line manager. This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the postholder. It is not wholly comprehensive or restrictive and may be reviewed as required. Employee Benefits Enhanced annual leave – 26 days plus bank holidays (increase to 27days after 5 years of service pro rata). Enhanced sick pay – 4 weeks of contractual hours on full pay after completion of probationary period pro-rata* Enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay* Cycle to Work Scheme* Tech Scheme* Eyesight tests and contribution to corrective glasses* Jury Duty leave pay* Employee Assistance Programme. Complimentary tickets to select events. 50% discount on LIC education courses (subject to availability). 20% discount at the LIC shop and 10% discount at the LIC bar. Mindfulness app membership* *Only available to staff on contracts of a minimum of 12 months LONDON IRISH CENTRE – OUR SIX CORE VALUES At the London Irish Centre we strive to be: Welcoming Compassionate Inclusive Creative Community-centred Sustainable The London Irish Centre is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce. Please note our offices have some barriers to access, which is one of the core missions that our redevelopment will overcome.

Location: Knightsbridge, London About Us: Şekerci Cafer Erol has been crafting world-class Turkish delights, chocolates, and pastries since 1807. As a family-owned business with over two centuries of tradition, we take pride in blending artistry and heritage to deliver exceptional products. With our Knightsbridge, London branch, we aim to bring a taste of this unique culture to new audiences while maintaining our commitment to quality and excellence. Job Description: We are seeking a hardworking and dependable Kitchen Porter to join our team. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in maintaining the smooth operation of our kitchen by keeping it clean, organized, and well-stocked. Key Responsibilities: · Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, ensuring cleanliness at all times. · Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, including floors, work surfaces, and waste disposal. · Assist chefs by preparing ingredients or carrying out basic kitchen tasks as needed. · Restock cleaning supplies and kitchen essentials throughout the shift. · Follow all health, safety, and hygiene standards to ensure a safe working environment. · Support the kitchen team during busy periods to help maintain efficiency. Requirements: · Previous experience in a similar role is a plus but not required; training will be provided. · Strong work ethic and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. · Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness. · A team player with good communication skills. · Legal right to work in the UK. What We Offer: · The opportunity to work with a globally respected heritage brand. · A supportive and dynamic work environment. · Competitive pay with opportunities for growth. · Hands-on training to help you develop skills and advance in hospitality. · 15% Staff Discount and 1 Meal per day.

About the Role: We are seeking a proactive and organized individual to join our team as a Project Procurement & Coordination Officer. This role is ideal for someone with a strong sense of initiative, attention to detail, and a keen interest in project delivery, risk management, and grant applications. You will play a key part in supporting the smooth operation of our project lifecycle from procurement through to compliance. Key Responsibilities: Purchase raw materials in alignment with project requirements and timelines Attend and contribute to internal project meetings Liaise with subcontractors to ensure smooth coordination and delivery Assist in identifying relevant grant opportunities and contribute to drafting applications Manage project risks by identifying potential issues and contributing to mitigation strategies Requirements: Proven experience in procurement, project coordination, or related fields Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Strong problem-solving and risk management abilities Experience in writing or supporting grant applications is an advantage