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Location: Hackney, East London (E9), E8 Salary: From £50,000 to £50,000 per annum £50k per year + bonus An independent East London pub with a strong food focus is seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead the business. This is a hands-on, guest-focused role within a site that balances dining and drinks equally, making it ideal for a manager who can move confidently between the bar, the floor and the pass. We’re looking for a leader who can take full ownership of the operation, working closely with the owner while having the autonomy to shape standards, drive revenue and develop the team. This is a rare opportunity to run a respected neighbourhood pub with genuine independence and creative input. General Manger Benefits: • £50,000 salary + performance-based bonus, • Full responsibility for running an established, well-loved East London pub, • A balanced food-led and wet-led business requiring a versatile, hands-on approach, • Direct collaboration with the owner, with freedom to influence menus, service style and events, • Rotas designed with work-life balance in mind, • A lively, supportive and enjoyable working environment, • Generous staff discount General Manager Requirements: • Proven management experience within a pub, bar or restaurant environment, • Strong understanding of restaurant-style service and dining room standards, • Confident with wine, cocktails and bar operations, • A practical, adaptable leader who can oversee both FOH and BOH operations, • Ability to motivate, train and develop a team, • Commercial awareness, including stock control, labour management and driving revenue, • Someone who thrives in an independent setting and enjoys taking ownership

Location: The Greyhound Kew, Kew, London Start Date: 01/06/2026 Salary: Competitive, based on experience About Us The Greyhound Kew is a beloved local pub that, a year into its exciting new chapter, has firmly re-established itself in the heart of the community. Blending traditional charm with fresh, modern energy, we are proud of what we have built so far and are focused on continuing to grow. We are looking for a passionate, hands-on Assistant Manager to join our established team at this exciting milestone and help lead the venue into its next phase of success. The Role As the Assistant Manager of The Greyhound Kew, you’ll work closely with the management team and ownership to keep the pub growing and running seamlessly. You’ll be a key presence on the floor, motivating the team, running busy shifts, and ensuring every guest leaves happy. This is a brilliant opportunity for a dedicated hospitality professional looking to take ownership of daily operations, develop their leadership skills, and maintain a venue that is a true hub for the local community. Key Responsibilities • Run day-to-day shifts with high energy, taking full responsibility for the pub in the manager's absence., • Help recruit, train, and mentor a dynamic, welcoming front-of-house and bar team., • Maintain exceptionally high standards of customer service, cleanliness, and health and safety compliance., • Assist with back-of-house administration, including stock control, ordering, and line cleaning., • Support the planning and execution of events, match-day promotions, and social media initiatives., • Lead by example on the floor, bringing positivity and professionalism to every service. Requirements • Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a busy pub, bar, or restaurant environment., • A natural motivator with strong communication skills and a hands-on approach to leadership., • Confident running busy floor and bar services under pressure., • Must be local to Kew or the surrounding areas for easy travel., • Excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail., • Holding a Personal Licence is highly desirable (or a willingness to obtain one quickly). Why Join Us? • Be a key part of an established pub hitting its stride and looking toward future growth., • Great opportunity to develop your career with room for future growth into a General Manager role., • Work alongside supportive, enthusiastic ownership., • Competitive pay and a rewarding, collaborative work environment.

Location: North London (N7), N5 Salary: From £65,000 to £70,000 per annum Our client is a multi-award-winning premium dining pub based in the Islington area. This venue ticks all the boxes! Amazing British food (modern presentation), an immaculate and fully equipped kitchen, in-house butchery and a creative seasonal menu. A truly fantastic opportunity working alongside an influential owner, leading a team of 8 strong! Lunch and dinner operation, performing in excess of 120 covers per day during the week – with weekends reaching 250+. Head Chef benefits: • A real opportunity to make your mark and shape the food direction, • A salary ranging from £65,000 to £70,000 per annum, • Ongoing training and development with clear progression pathways, • Share of service charge, • Generous food and drink discounts, • Cycle-to-work and tech schemes, • Stable business, with repeat custom and a great reputation Head Chef requirements: • A driven Head Chef with at least two years’ experience cooking at 2–3 AA Rosette level, • Hands-on, collaborative and proud of delivering consistently high standards, • Someone who is savvy with costing/numbers and can create dishes that focuses solely on what works for business., • Strong track record managing kitchen operations, including GP control and 5* food hygiene, • Excellent communicator who enjoys developing, motivating and mentoring teams, • Passionate about training both FOH and BOH to build a knowledgeable, confident brigade, • Committed to working with the best seasonal produce

Bar Staff / Supervisor – Full-time & Part-time (Live-in option available) 📍 Location: Croydon / Colliers Wood / South London About Us: We are a chain of Irish-owned pubs in South London, known for our lively atmosphere, great drinks, live music, and satellite sports. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team and provide an excellent experience for our customers. Job Description: We’re looking for friendly, approachable, and energetic individuals with a passion for hospitality. Your role will involve engaging with customers, ensuring smooth bar operations, and contributing to the welcoming environment of our pubs. Responsibilities: Serve drinks and snacks with excellent customer service Collect, clean, and put away glasses Maintain cleanliness of the bar area Restock bar supplies and assist with cellar duties Handle payments and cash transactions Supervise floor area (for supervisor roles) What We’re Looking For: ✔️ Preferable: Previous bar/restaurant experience ✔️ Strong communication and interpersonal skills ✔️ Friendly, engaging personality ✔️ Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure ✔️ Good organisational and observational skills ✔️Available to work Evenings & Weekends ✔️ Must live in or be able to commute to South London/Croydon (some shifts finish after midnight) Please do not apply if you are unable to commute or live in the area. What We Offer: Salary starting wage: £12.71 + depending on experience Yearly bonus Tips Live-in option available Career progression opportunities If you think you’re the right fit for this role, apply now!

We are transforming people's understanding of what a sports bar is. We don't just love sports, we live it! The Role As an Assistant General Manager, you will be an inspirational leader on a clear path to growing into a General Manager role. You will support and be supported by your General Manager in driving business growth and will have full access to our extensive Learning and Development opportunities. Why Join Us? (EPIC Perks) • Generous salary package, including an annual bonus and a full-time 48-hour contract., • Guaranteed share of service charge., • 50% discount for you and 5 friends at any of our venues!, • Your birthday lunch is on us., • Generous employee referral scheme – work with your friends!, • Glow benefits scheme., • Cycle to work scheme., • Access to Wagestream for better money management., • We are members of the award-winning Hospitality Action service., • Group-wide Learning and Development opportunities. About Us We believe in providing amazing experiences to our guests and treat everyone like family! Due to the continued expansion of our Sports Pub & Kitchens estate, we are actively seeking exceptional team members who want to be part of our award-winning teams. Are you looking to love what you do, work as part of a dynamic team, and pursue a rewarding career? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! About You We are looking for someone with: • Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar Assistant General Manager role., • Superb staff management, motivation, and training skills., • Strong knowledge of the day-to-day operations of running a busy venue., • A genuine love of sport is a definite plus! Work Somewhere EPIC ETM Group is a boutique London-based hospitality group with a diverse range of bars, restaurants, and British pubs. • We pride ourselves on the exceptional service we provide to all our guests., • We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and retaining the most talented individuals from all backgrounds., • All our employees live and breathe our company values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Challenge (EPIC). If you think you could be part of the ETM family, apply today!

We have a position for a senior Chef with solid proven “Fresh Food” experience to take over the running and management of our busy kitchen. Serious, proven candidates only. You must be a strong communicator who is approachable across all levels. You must be reliable and dedicated to exceeding expectations. Our ideal candidate will be up to date with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S & legal regulations. You can deliver proven experience supporting, coaching, and developing our small and effective team. You should have a full understanding of Kitchen Management & food safety. We are looking for proven experience of stock taking & waste management with the ability to adapt and learn new systems and operating procedures. Ideally holding level 3 Food Safety qualification An ambassador of the company’s values, always working within the code of conduct. Be happy to work closely with the rest of the kitchen team and have the ambition to take this pub & restaurant and private events operation, to the next level.

As an important part of the team, barbacks are a great support and backbone to the bar staff and the operation as a whole. On busy days the bar staff need to be able to focus mainly on serving and providing a great standard of service, this is where the barback’s role springs into motion to help the bartenders provide a smooth service by taking on some of the tasks and taking pride in doing so in a great team atmosphere. • Working on busy weekend days during the peak hours, • focusing mainly on the floor of the pub; collecting glasses, pizza boxes, • clearing, wiping down and resetting tables, ready for the next customers to come and be welcomed onto a clean table., • Tending to the bar staff, filling ice buckets when needed, restocking fridges and any stock needed. If this sounds like something you’d be fond to take part in and would like to be part of a wonderful team, apply and we will go from there! I hope to hear from you! Olivia

We are hiring Restaurant Manager & Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our amazing team at Duck and Rice. About Duck and Rice 'An eclectic pub with a world-class Chinese kitchen' We do what we do best, serving up game-changing dim sum, mouth-watering Cantonese cuisine and an eponymous dish that attracts connoisseurs from around the world. The Role We are looking for an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager and Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead our front-of-house team and oversee the daily operations of either of our sites (Soho or Battersea). Skills and Experience requirements The RM/ARM is responsible for ensuring smooth daily operations while delivering outstanding guest experiences. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and motivating the front-of-house team to maintain exceptional service standards, • Overseeing all aspects of service, floor management, and guest care, • Leading, training, and developing Waiters, and support staff, • Ensuring service protocols and company standards are consistently followed, • Managing rotas, staffing levels, and team performance, • Working closely with the kitchen and senior management to ensure seamless operations, • Maintaining health & safety, hygiene, and compliance standards, • Handling guest feedback professionally and proactively Salary and Company Benefits • Up to £45,000 per annum, negotiable (depending on role and experience) + a share of credit card tips, • Free staff meals prepared daily by our very own accomplished chefs, • Personal training and development programs, • 50% food and beverage discounts throughout the company worldwide, • Long service recognition and rewards Only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK are eligible to apply.

Job Summary The Chef is responsible for preparing high-quality meals, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring food safety standards are met. This role involves creativity in menu planning, leadership of kitchen staff, and maintaining efficiency during service. Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards Plan menus and develop new dishes, considering seasonal ingredients Supervise and train kitchen staff, including line cooks and prep staff Ensure food is prepared and presented in an appealing and consistent manner Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations Control food costs and minimize waste Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience as a Chef or Cook in a professional kitchen Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines Strong leadership and team management skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Excellent time management and organizational skills Understanding of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP) Creativity and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Culinary degree or relevant certification Experience in menu development and cost control Specialization in a specific cuisine (optional) Working Conditions Standing for long periods Working evenings, weekends, and holidays Exposure to heat, sharp tools, and kitchen equipment Salary Range Varies based on experience, location, and establishment type

We are currently seeking experienced and motivated Bar Supervisors with 1–2 years of pub/bar experience to join our team across our branches in Greenwich and Canary Wharf. The ideal candidate should be customer-focused, energetic, and capable of overseeing daily bar operations, ensuring excellent guest service, managing staff, and maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and operational efficiency. For immediate joiners.

Join our dynamic team as Bar Staff, where your enthusiasm and reliability will be key to providing excellent customer service. You will be responsible for preparing and serving drinks, and maintaining a clean and welcoming bar environment. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy interacting with people. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in line with company standards, • Take customer orders accurately and efficiently, • Provide friendly, professional, and attentive service to all guests, • Handle cash, card payments, and operate the till system, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the bar area, • Restock supplies and monitor inventory levels, • Check identification to ensure customers meet legal drinking age requirements, • Follow all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, • Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth service Requirements & Skills • While previous experience in a bar or hospitality role is preferred, it is not essential, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, • Basic knowledge of drinks, cocktails, and bar equipment, • Good numeracy skills for handling payments, • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, • Responsible attitude and attention to detail Desirable Qualities • Friendly and approachable personality, • Ability to stay calm under pressure, • Team player with a positive attitude, • Willingness to learn and develop new skills Benefits • Competitive pay, • Staff discounts and perks, • Training and development opportunities, • Friendly and supportive team environment

General Manager | Spicy Basil | Cricklewood Up to £18/hr | Immediate Start Spicy Basil is looking for an experienced, hands-on Pub Manager to lead our Cricklewood team. If you’re a pro at operations and love a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. The Role Pay: Competitive £15–£18 per hour. Flexibility: Negotiable shift patterns + a guaranteed weekly day off. Control: Full oversight of suppliers and stock management. What You Need Experience: 3+ years of verified management experience. Skills: Expert stock control and supplier relations. Availability: Ready for an immediate start in the Cricklewood area.

Join Our Culinary Team at The Jolly Gardeners! 🍽️ Are you a passionate and experienced cook ready to take the next step in your culinary career? The Jolly Gardeners is seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen team. About Us: At The Jolly Gardeners, we pride ourselves on creating exceptional dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our vibrant atmosphere and commitment to quality make us a beloved destination for food enthusiasts. What We’re Looking For: • Experience: A minimum of 2 years in a similar role, demonstrating a strong understanding of kitchen operations and techniques., • Passion for Food: A genuine love for cooking and creating memorable dining experiences., • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude., • Creativity: Willingness to contribute innovative ideas and dishes to our menu. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to our standards., • Assist the Head Chef in menu planning and inventory management., • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen., • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff. What We Offer: • Competitive salary and benefits - £15 - £16 per hour including service charge, • Opportunities for career progression and personal development., • A supportive and friendly working environment. If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills to The Jolly Gardeners, we’d love to hear from you!

This role involves playing a key part in the day-to-day operations of a busy, traditional pub. Responsibilities include: • Preparing and serving a wide range of drinks to high standards., • Implementing effective stock control measures, including ordering and rotation., • Accurate cash handling and daily reconciliation., • Managing cellar operations, including line cleaning and stock rotation., • Assisting with the coordination and reception of deliveries., • Ensuring the bar area is consistently maintained to exceptional standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

We are looking for a passionate, driven and hands-on Assistant Manager to join the leadership team at The Greyhound, one of Kensington’s flagship Greene King pubs. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads from the front, and takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences while running a tight, well-organised operation. About the Role As Assistant Manager, you will support the General Manager in all aspects of pub operations, including: Leading, motivating and developing the team on shift Delivering outstanding service and guest experience Managing day-to-day operations across FOH and BOH Stock control, cash handling and compliance Supporting with rotas, training and performance management Driving sales, standards and profitability You will be a visible leader on the floor, setting the tone for service, standards and team culture. About You We are looking for someone who is: Currently in a supervisory or management role within hospitality Confident leading shifts and managing people Highly organised, reliable and detail-focused Commercially aware with a strong sense of ownership Calm under pressure and solutions-driven Passionate about pubs, people and great service Experience in a branded environment is beneficial but not essential – attitude, work ethic and leadership ability are key. What We Offer Competitive salary and bonus potential Career progression within Greene King Comprehensive training and development A supportive leadership environment Staff discounts and company benefits How to Apply If you’re ready to take the next step in your management career and be part of a strong, ambitious pub team, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food, highly creative, and capable of managing a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency. Key Responsibilities • Oversee all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, • Design and develop innovative menus that align with the brand and customer preferences, • Ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety regulations are consistently met, • Manage kitchen staff, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation, • Control food costs, inventory, and kitchen budgets efficiently, • Maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure timely procurement of ingredients, • Monitor and improve kitchen workflows for maximum efficiency, • Handle customer feedback related to food quality and service What We're Looking For • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen operations, • Excellent organizational and time management abilities, • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, • Culinary degree or relevant certification (preferred but not essential), • Creativity and innovation in menu planning, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Attention to detail and commitment to quality, • Financial awareness and cost control expertise, • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities What We Offer • Competitive salary package, • Opportunities for career progression within an expanding group, • Staff meals and discounts, • A supportive and dynamic work environment

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in a bustling gastro pub. You should be able to work under pressure, manage kitchen operations efficiently, and ensure high-quality food preparation. If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, please apply to join our team.

Are you a passionate hospitality professional ready to advance your career? We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Assistant Manager to join our bustling pub and support its daily operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong commitment to customer service and operational excellence. Working closely with the General Manager, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming atmosphere for all guests, ensuring smooth operations, and delivering an exceptional experience. Key Responsibilities: • Support the General Manager across all aspects of pub operations., • Lead, train, and inspire our team to provide outstanding service., • Uphold high standards of cleanliness, safety, and presentation throughout the venue., • Professionally address customer queries and resolve any issues that may arise., • Assist with comprehensive stock control, ordering processes, and cash management., • Contribute to driving sales and achieving business targets. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within the hospitality sector., • Demonstrated strong leadership and effective communication skills., • A proactive, hands-on approach coupled with a positive and enthusiastic attitude., • Ability to thrive and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment., • A solid understanding of health & safety regulations and licensing laws. What We Offer: • A competitive salary package, enhanced with tips and bonus opportunities., • Significant opportunities for career development and progression within our growing company., • Enjoy staff discounts and various perks., • A supportive, friendly, and vibrant working environment.

Greenwich Tavern Is A Beautifully Newly Restored Parkside Pub. Pub Manager will primarily be responsible for looking after all the bar related operations of the business. Must have previous experience working in a busy pub and the ability to train and work within a young team.