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  • Festival Unit Manager
    Festival Unit Manager
    2 days ago
    £16–£19 hourly
    Full-time
    Whitehall, Westminster

    DOME creates exciting, high-energy places where people come together, spanning nationwide festivals, meanwhile spaces on the Southbank, pop-ups, catering, and events across London, alongside our two Truffle Burger restaurants in central London. We design, deliver, and operate vibrant, food-led destinations, working with our own in-house brands and a curated network of national and international partners. Our brands are quick-service and crowd-led, known for decadent, delicious and creative menus. By bringing together independent concepts under one roof, we create memorable, high-impact experiences that activate spaces and attract diverse audiences. In the Summer season we take some mega teams on the road across the UK, from Scotland down to the Isle of Wight, who run experience-led food halls with our 6 in-house brands, at some of the country's biggest and best-loved music festivals. What starts in London's street-food scene becomes a full season of life on the road along-side 150 team members --- moving city to city, building buzzing food spaces, and delivering high-energy service to huge crowds. Festival life is intense and fast-paced, with long shifts, big volumes, and high standards, but it's also hugely rewarding. You'll live and work closely with your team all summer, sharing camps, late nights, headline artists, crew access, and the kind of moments and friendships that only come from doing something memorable together. It's hard work, high adrenaline, and completely unforgettable --- a season you'll always talk about long after the last show and service ends. As we continue to operate multiple high-volume food units at festivals across the UK, we're looking for experienced, hands-on Unit Managers to take full ownership of their brand and unit. This role is key to keeping things running smoothly day to day --- leading teams of 6, maintaining standards, and ensuring great food and service in intense, fast-paced festival environments. We're looking for: You're an energetic and experienced festival Unit, kiosk or concession manager with a background in fast paced hospitality, street food, festivals or quick service dining. You love leading, inspiring and motivating teams through the most energy fuelled shifts and take pride in running your unit to the highest standards. Hands-on and unstoppable- you embrace busy days and the excitement of life on the road, working closely with a close-knit team to deliver unforgettable festival experiences across the UK. • Running the day-to-day operation of a festival food unit, including setup, service, and close-down, • Leading, supporting, and motivating your team to deliver consistent food quality and service, • Managing stock, ordering, wastage, and costs in line with targets, • Building and managing rotas, staffing levels, and day-to-day people issues, • Working closely with operations, warehouse, and build/break teams to manage stock and equipment, • Reporting weekly on performance, costs, people, compliance, and upcoming needs What we offer: • Permanent, full-time roles with development plans to build experience, confidence and a career within festival operations, • Performance based bonuses, • Regularly arranged social occasions, • Employee Assistance Programme - free therapy sessions and financial support, • Slick and fun online and in-person training with rewards for learning and growing, • Regular 1-2-1 time with your manager for good things and challenges, • Festival starter pack - camping equipment, uniform, essentials and more, • Access to some of the biggest and best festivals in the UK, • A creative, ambitious and collaborative environment, • Seriously experienced team - with lots of support and knowledge to soak up, • Work with some well known international guest residents at pop-ups, • Opportunity to build experience and exposure with events, catering, festivals, pop-ups or restaurants, with one team.

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  • Remote Receptionist Immediate Start
    Remote Receptionist Immediate Start
    13 days ago
    £12.89 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Location: Remote Contract Type: Full-time (30 day initial contract) Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Monday - Friday) Pay: £12.89 per hour (Overtime at 1.5x Saturday 1.5x Sunday 2x) Start Date: Immediate About the Role We are hiring for a Remote Receptionist role on behalf of our client, a UK-based lettings company focused on delivering a smooth, professional experience for both landlords and tenants. This is a full-time phone-based role with light admin work. It is fully remote and ideal for applicants who are polite communicators and reliable team players. Role Overview As a Receptionist you will be the first point of contact for callers. Your job is to answer the phone politely, help with basic queries, and forward calls or messages to the appropriate team. If the relevant person is unavailable, you will take accurate notes and ensure they receive the message promptly. No prior experience is required and full support will be provided. Key Responsibilities • Answer inbound calls in a polite and professional manner, • Help with general queries or transfer the call to the appropriate team, • Take clear and accurate notes when a transfer is not possible, • Forward messages and caller information internally, • Maintain a helpful, calm tone across all interactions, • Carry out light admin tasks such as logging calls and passing messages What We Are Looking For • Friendly and confident phone presence, • Reliable and organised with good attention to detail, • Comfortable handling multiple calls during a shift, • Quick to learn and follow instructions, • Capable of basic admin tasks including note taking and message logging, • Calm and professional even under pressure What You Need • A working phone and computer or laptop with internet, • A quiet, private space to work from home, • A polite, clear telephone manner, • Ability to take notes and communicate messages accurately, • Availability to start immediately and commit to the full 30 day contract Pay and Benefits • £12.89 per hour, • Time and a half for overtime and Saturdays, • Double pay on Sundays, • Full training and support provided, • Possibility of contract extension based on performance Working Hours • Core hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, • Occasionally work may extend beyond 6pm or into weekends with enhanced pay, • Fully remote and phone-based How to Apply If you are friendly, reliable, and confident speaking on the phone, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Barback
    Barback
    14 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Experienced BarBack Location: Oasis Bar, Canary Wharf, London Position Type: Temporary Contract About Us: Oasis Bar, located in the heart of Canary Wharf, is a vibrant and stylish destination known for its exceptional service, creative cocktails, and lively atmosphere. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Bartender to join our team and help us continue delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests. Key Responsibilities: • Stocking: Ensure that the bar is fully stocked with essential supplies such as liquor, beer, wine, mixers, glassware, garnishes, and ice., • Cleaning: Maintain cleanliness behind the bar, including wiping down surfaces, removing trash, cleaning glassware, and ensuring proper sanitation., • Replenishing Supplies: Monitor stock levels during shifts and replenish items as needed, such as ice, napkins, straws, and garnishes., • Assisting Bartenders: Help bartenders prepare for service by cutting garnishes, refilling ice bins, and ensuring quick access to ingredients and tools., • Customer Interaction: Although the Bar Back typically works behind the scenes, they may occasionally engage with customers by answering questions or clearing empty glasses from tables., • Glassware & Dish Management: Ensure dirty glassware is promptly cleaned and returned to the bar. Maintain a steady flow of clean glassware for bartenders., • Restocking Inventory: Assist with restocking inventory after shifts or at the start of the day, ensuring items are stored correctly and organized for efficient service., • Maintaining Kegs: Change beer kegs as needed and ensure that draft systems are working properly., • Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety guidelines, including responsible alcohol service, food safety, and handling of cleaning chemicals., • Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as required by the bartenders or bar manager to ensure smooth bar operation. Requirements: • Experience: Must have previous barback experience, preferably in a high-volume or upscale bar., • Proactive: Ability to anticipate needs and take initiative to improve service and efficiency., • Efficient: Strong multitasking skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure., • Customer-Focused: A passion for delivering exceptional customer service with a positive attitude., • Team Player: Excellent communication skills and a cooperative mindset., • Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. What We Offer: • Competitive salary with tips and service., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression., • A vibrant and supportive work environment. Join our team and be a part of one of Canary Wharf’s premier bars! Oasis Bar is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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  • Sales and Marketing Assistant
    Sales and Marketing Assistant
    30 days ago
    £35–£60 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Are you ready to kickstart a rewarding career in Sales & Marketing? If you thrive in fast-paced environments where your energy and effort truly pay off, this could be the opportunity for you. We are a fast-growing organisation representing some of the UK's most recognised commercial brands. Specialising in professional face-to-face marketing, we connect customers with great products while helping you build confidence, leadership, and long-term success. What You’ll Do: • Represent well-known UK brands through professional face-to-face marketing across London and the UK., • Engage with customers, present products confidently, and promote brand awareness., • Deliver excellent customer service that builds long-term loyalty., • Work closely with mentors and teammates in a fun, supportive environment. What We Offer: What We’re Looking For: • A confident communicator or someone eager to become one., • Positive, self-motivated, and open to feedback., • Able to work a minimum of 4+ full days per week., • Reliable and able to commute to Dalston., • A full UK driving licence is an advantage but not essential. Next Steps: If you’re looking for more than just a job — a place to grow, develop, and achieve — apply today with your CV. Successful applicants will be contacted for a quick chat about the role and next steps. If you’re ready to build your skills, grow your confidence, and join an ambitious team, apply today and let’s get started!

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