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Assistant Manager – New Luxury Cocktail & Karaoke Venue | Leicester Square We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Assistant Manager to join our leadership team at an exciting new premium nightlife destination in the heart of Leicester Square. Blending high-end cocktails, immersive karaoke rooms, and world-class hospitality, our venue is designed to deliver unforgettable experiences for both guests and staff. As Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in launching and running this unique venue, supporting the General Manager and Deputy General Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations, developing our team, and ensuring every guest leaves with a smile. What You’ll Be Doing: • Support the AGM and General Manager in overseeing daily FOH & BOH operations, including service, staffing, and floor management, • Play a hands-on role during pre-opening: recruitment, training, supplier onboarding, compliance, and venue setup, • Lead by example to maintain exceptional service standards and a vibrant, guest-focused atmosphere, • Assist with financial reporting, stock control, rotas, budgeting, and cost efficiency strategies, • Monitor licensing, health & safety compliance, and uphold operational excellence, • Motivate and develop the team through ongoing training and performance management What We’re Looking For: • 2+ years in an Assistant Manager or senior management role, ideally in a premium bar, cocktail lounge, or late-night venue, • Strong leadership and people-management skills with a calm, confident presence on the floor, • Proven ability to drive service, sales, and staff engagement, • Strong understanding of licensing, compliance, stock control, and labour cost management, • A natural passion for hospitality, nightlife, and creating standout guest experiences, • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills What We Offer: • Competitive salary + performance-based incentives, • The chance to be part of an exciting venue launch in a prime central London location, • Opportunities for career progression and growth within a premium brand, • Employee discounts, meals on duty & regular staff socials, • Creative freedom and the ability to make a real impact from day one Start Date: Immediate / Flexible (for pre-opening involvement) Apply Now: If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help shape one of London’s most anticipated new nightlife venues, we want to hear from you.

Job Title: Handyman (Full-Time) Location: London (Mobile Across Managed Properties) About the Role: We are a property management company looking for a reliable, skilled Handyman to join our team. This is a hands-on, full-time position focused on supporting our day-to-day maintenance operations across our managed properties. Your work will be central to reducing our reliance on external contractors, helping us streamline costs while ensuring high-quality maintenance for our tenants and landlords. There is strong potential for career progression, including promotion and expansion into a full in-house maintenance team leadership role based on performance and cost savings delivered. Key Responsibilities: Carry out general repairs and maintenance (e.g., plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry, painting, etc.) Respond to reactive maintenance issues across multiple properties Perform regular inspections and preventative maintenance checks Liaise with the property management team to prioritise jobs and update on task completion Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean working environment Provide excellent customer service to tenants when on-site Accurately document work completed and materials used Help identify recurring issues or areas for efficiency improvements Key Requirements: Proven experience in general property maintenance Broad skill set across trades: plumbing, electrical, painting, joinery, basic tiling, etc. Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail UK driving licence preferred Must have own basic tools (van or tool storage an advantage) Good communication and a proactive, “can-do” attitude What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience Regular, reliable work across a growing portfolio Opportunity for promotion and long-term career development Supportive management team and a positive working environment

BARTENDER - THE GEORGE - JKS PUBS - Up to £14ph Schedule - Full Time/ Part Time Experience - Previous experience within a quality Bar or Pub JKS are seeking a Bartender to join the team at The George, in Fitzrovia. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. JKS Pubs Group The Cadogan Arms Voted in the UK's Top 50 Gastro Pubs The Cadogan Arms is a much-loved Chelsea institution, restored to its former glory with a renovation that pays homage to the public house’s two centuries spent serving the local community. Comprising a bustling ground floor bar, an opulent dining room, and downstairs space ‘The Rose Room’. The location is headed up by Managing Director Dom Jacobs, with food by Culinary Director James Knappett. The menu at The Cadogan Arms focuses on simply prepared British produce, celebrating the provenance of locally sourced fish, meat, and fresh vegetables, as well as sharing roasts on Sunday. Drinks range from cocktails to a carefully curated wine list, and a comprehensive beer list which includes a bespoke British Pilsner from Cornwall’s Harbour Brewing, specially commissioned for The Cadogan Arms. The George The George is an 18th-century, Grade II listed public house on Great Portland Street, Fitzrovia. Spanning two floors, gilded Victorian mirrors, enamel paintings, and oak panelling remain unchanged, thanks to careful stewardship over the centuries. Large regency windows overlook the hustle and bustle of Great Portland Street, with original architectural details throughout and several private and semi-private spaces available for private hire. Befitting of a modern London public house, the all-day dining menu features snacks and starters, ideal for sharing and best enjoyed with a pint, heartier dishes, including chops and steaks from the charcoal grill, sandwiches, and pub classics, and indulgent desserts such as the Sticky Toffee Pudding and Hot Chocolate Fudge Sundae Banana Split. On the bar, house signatures include Guinness, Irish Whiskey and Irish Coffees, served alongside cask ales, craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and an extensive wine list The Position The right Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Bartender within a fast paced-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants Retail & Takeaway Discounts Code App Membership Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership Company Donations for your involvement with Charities Employee Assistance Program Access to Financial Advice Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions Progress Yourself Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral Staff parties & long service awards The Group JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. The group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World’s 100 Best restaurants. The JKS portfolio currently includes Michelin Starred restaurants Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle’s; as well as cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, and Bibi. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms and The George. JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.

• Determine staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements, • Handles ad hoc queries across the long leasehold and short leasehold portfolio, • Manage lease events such as renewals, liaising with the director, • Arrange viewings with potential tenants, draft tenancy agreements, arrange tenancy checks and protection of deposits and become point of contact for the tenant during the tenancy of property, • Arrange tradeperson if the property needs any repairs and maintenance, • Oversee arrears cases, including covenant amendments and disputes, • Manage general upkeep, maintenance and security of the property’s amenities, • Make sure that the amenities meet health and safety standards and legal requirements, • Examine and assess housing applications, advises on rent levels, investigate complaints and liaise with tenants’ association and social workers to resolve any issues as required, • Oversees the support services of a business, such as catering, IT, utilities and physical environment, • Advises on energy efficiency of the property standards as required by the law, • Discusses client’s requirements and may advise client on the purchase of property and land for further portfolio expansion purposes., • Conduct property viewings on behalf of the client to purchase new properties and look after the process of purchase completion, property refurbishment if needed and furnishing of the property., • Conduct or arrange for surveys of properties including valuation survey and structural survey, • Get builder quotes, architects' quotes, solicitor quotes, furnishing quotes, • Arrange for project management of the property refurbishments and regularly update the client on progress, • Liaise with the building regulation team, planning department at councils, HMO license officers etc., • Maintains or arranges for the maintenance of estate accounts and records and produces financial forecasts

🍽️ Join Our Team at The Hideaway Riverside Restaurant We’re Looking for a Passionate Chef to Join Our Vibrant Kitchen! 📍 Located at the Marina on Portsmouth Road with beautiful views of the riverside. Are you an enthusiastic chef with a love for creating delicious dishes in a lively, fast-paced environment? Do you thrive on variety and the chance to showcase your culinary skills? We want YOU to join us at The Hideaway kitchen team What We Offer: An exciting and dynamic kitchen environment with plenty of variety Beautiful location with stunning views of the golf course Competitive salary Staff meals and discounts Opportunities for growth and career progression A supportive, friendly team of chefs and front-of-house staff Flexible working hours, ideal for those seeking work-life balance Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes from our menu, including breakfast, lunch and weekend roasts Work alongside a talented kitchen team to deliver a seamless dining experience Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards of taste and presentation Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and ensure health and safety standards are met Take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests, whether it’s a casual lunch or a large function What We’re Looking For: Previous experience in a professional kitchen (ideally in a similar setting) Passion for cooking and a keen eye for detail A love for working in a fun, team-driven atmosphere Ability to remain calm and organised during busy periods Flexibility to work weekends, especially Sundays for the roast service A creative approach to cooking and a commitment to delivering fantastic food If you’re looking for a new challenge where you can show off your culinary talents,The Hideaway Restaurant is the place for you!

WHY BLACKLOCK 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. As a certified 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 1,3,5 year anniversary gifts including a weekend away and fully paid sabbatical to celebrate your bigger mile stones with us! 50% off food in all our restaurants (up to 4 people) 30 days' holiday (28 statutory plus an extra day on your birthday and company holiday for Blackstock) Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave Charity day – we’ll pay you while you help others (optional volunteering day each year) Christmas and New Year’s Day off (we are closed 24th-26th Dec and 1st Jan) Family meal and soft drinks when at work Cycle and Tech Schemes, 'Extras' Discounts Cost price chops and wine 2 days paid Paw-ternity to look after your first puppy Free mortgage advice 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 BAR MANAGER We are looking for an experienced Bar Manager with outstanding hospitality and leadership skills to join us at Blacklock. Someone who is people focused, passionate about what we do and how we do it, and genuinely cares about the experience of guests and our team alike. Some of what will be expected from the role: Lead from the front: Own the bar operation, run smooth and energetic shifts, and create the atmosphere we’re known for. Grow a brilliant team: Recruit, train and develop a high-performing bar team, championing wellbeing and progression. Deliver great hospitality: Keep our drinks specs sharp, our service tighter, and guest experience consistently exceptional Own the drinks: Be our go-to drinks expert, leading tastings, training, and seasonal menu rollouts. Performance & people: Support with ER, reviews, recognition, and developing future leaders. Stay sharp on compliance: Ensure food safety, health & safety, allergen and licensing standards are always spot on. Keep it sustainable: Drive our B-Corp goals and promote planet-friendly practices every day. Watch the numbers: Monitor GP, stock, labour and wastage to keep things efficient and on budget. Build Local Links: Connect with nearby businesses and the community to grow our reach and reputation. Create the Blacklock ambiance: From lighting to playlists to pour quality, make the bar feel like the best seat in the house. If you like the sound of what you’ve read and reckon Blacklock could be your kind of place, we’d love to hear from you!

🍕 WE’RE HIRING: Pizza Chef & FOH Staff at Teya Dora – Shepherds Bush Road, W6 🍷 Teya Dora is a new, vibrant Italian-inspired restaurant bringing passion, tradition, and a little soul to Shepherds Bush Road. We’re now looking for experienced, passionate individuals to join our growing team! 🔥 Positions Available: 1. Pizza Chef Proven experience in pizza making (wood-fired or traditional ovens) Skilled in dough prep, hand-stretching, topping, and oven timing Clean, consistent, and calm under pressure Creative input welcomed on specials and seasonal menu additions 1. Front of House (FOH) Staff Warm, friendly, and professional attitude Experience with table service, bookings, and opening/closing routines Strong communication skills and attention to detail Knowledge of Italian cuisine & wine is a plus! 📍 Location: Teya Dora, Shepherds Bush Road, Hammersmith W6 🕒 Working Hours & Pay: Full-time & part-time positions available Competitive pay based on experience (£13–£16/hr for chefs, £11–£13/hr for FOH) Opportunity for progression as the business grows Staff meals & tips included 🎯 What We’re Looking For: Positive team players who love food and people Punctual, reliable, and proud of their craft Eligible to work in the UK 📩 How to Apply: Send your CV and a short message telling us a bit about yourself to: Or pop into the venue to introduce yourself in person—we love meeting our future team. Let’s build something beautiful together. Join Teya Dora and be part of something deliciously different in W6. 🍕🍷💫