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Restaurant Manager – La Rueda Italian Social House 📍 Clapham, London 💰 £35,000–£40,000 per year ⏰ Flexible hours – including late nights & weekends La Rueda is looking for an experienced, energetic and hands-on Restaurant Manager to join our team in Clapham. We are an Italian Social House combining great food, cocktails, music, events and a vibrant late-night atmosphere. We’re looking for someone who understands both restaurant operations and the social/nightlife side of hospitality. The role You will take responsibility for the smooth running of the venue, leading the team and making sure every guest receives an exceptional experience. Key responsibilities: • Lead and motivate the FOH team, • Manage daily restaurant operations and service, • Maintain high standards of service, cleanliness and presentation, • Drive sales, guest experience and repeat business, • Manage rotas, staffing and team performance, • Support events, DJs and late-night operations, • Work closely with the kitchen and management team, • Handle guest feedback and operational issues confidently, • Monitor stock, wastage, cash handling and costs, • Ensure licensing, health & safety and company procedures are followed What we're looking for • Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager / Assistant General Manager / Senior Supervisor, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • Excellent knowledge of restaurant service, • Confident managing busy services and late-night operations, • Commercially minded with a focus on sales and guest spend, • Calm under pressure and able to make decisions independently, • Flexible availability, particularly evenings, weekends and late nights, • Someone energetic, positive and genuinely passionate about hospitality What we offer 💰 £35k–£40k salary, depending on experience ⏰ Flexible working hours 🎶 A lively Italian social-house environment 🚀 Opportunity to grow with the business 🤝 A hands-on role with real responsibility 🍸 Work across restaurant, cocktails, events and late-night hospitality If you are a strong hospitality operator who loves restaurants, people, music and creating an atmosphere, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short introduction about yourself.

The Red Setter - General Manager – Award-Winning Pub, Bar and Restaurant Group – London - Up to £20,000 Super Bonus. The Red Setter is a modern British pub and a hub for the local community. Our all-day food offering focuses on seasonality and sharing – from small plates to hearty gastropub classics – while weekends are all about Saturday brunch and stunning Sunday roasts. Behind the bar, you'll find the best of London's craft beer scene, classic cocktails and artisan wines. Located on Clapham's iconic Northcote Road, we're the perfect spot for a few pints, a quick bite, or dinner with friends and family. Our street-side terrace is made for al fresco drinking and dining. The Role • As GM, you will take full ownership of all aspects of running the venue. You will be given autonomy and run the site as if it were your own business., • Being business-savvy and demonstrating great commercial acumen is a must., • Your team will look up to you, so it's essential to train, nurture and develop your staff to maintain incredibly high standards and customer satisfaction., • You have impeccable floor, bar and late-night experience., • You will be given the opportunity to train, personally develop and progress your career as the company continues to grow. What we're looking for: • "Wear your heart on your sleeve", take ownership, be bold and run the business as if it's your own., • Be cool, calm and collected, manage pressure with ease, and don't let anything faze you., • A minimum of 2 years' experience as a General Manager, depending on the property being considered., • Solid communication and organisational skills, with an approachable personality., • Superb customer and floor-service skills., • Excellent all-round business knowledge, from financials to customer satisfaction., • An entrepreneurial flair., • Passionate about people, training, mentoring and growing a team, but most importantly, someone who loves to have fun., • Personal Licence holder beneficial. What's in it for me: • A competitive salary and bonus scheme up to £20,000 super bonus, • Training and development., • Career progression and promotion opportunities, with regular new openings around the corner., • Get out and about – you automatically get discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants., • The opportunity to make strategic decisions within your business – take ownership and Be Fearless., • Annual team trips abroad, regular management incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere., • Goes without saying, but we'll feed you during your shift., • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Good people know good people – an awesome referral scheme., • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us., • Cycle to Work scheme. Interested in hearing more? Get in touch so we can arrange to meet up, show you around and tell you more about the role. Welcome to London's Biggest Independent Pub Company! Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for two Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company – 2–50 Sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-Led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 Awards. Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company – 2–50 Sites' in 2023. Most recently, in 2026, we won 'Best Managed Pub Company – 2–50 Sites' and 'Best Food Offering'. In 2025 and 2026, we were also recognised by the Sunday Times in its Top 100 Companies to Work For.

The Cyclist - General Manager – Award Winning Pub and Restaurant Company - London – Live-In The Cyclist is a modern British pub in Balham - one of south London's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Situated just across the road from Balham Station, with an all-day food offering during the week, Saturday brunch and Sunday lunch - it's the ideal place for a few pints, a quick bite, or dinner with friends and family. Our street-side terrace is made for al fresco drinking and dining. Our all-day food offering focuses on seasonality and sharing – from small plates to hearty gastropub classics – Behind the bar, you'll find the best of London's craft beer scene, classic cocktails, small-batch gins and artisan wines. Urban Pubs & Bars are currently recruiting for a talented and highly skilled General Manager with personality and charisma for our expanding group. With an eclectic mix of properties and new openings to suit your personality and style, this really is an exciting time to join a people-focused and progressive, operations-led business. The Role • As GM, you will take full ownership of all aspects of running the venue. You will be given autonomy and run the site as if it were your own business., • Being business-savvy and demonstrating great commercial acumen is a must., • Your team will look up to you, so it's essential to train, nurture and develop your staff to maintain incredibly high standards and customer satisfaction., • You have impeccable floor, bar and late-night experience., • You will be given the opportunity to train, personally develop and progress your career as the company continues to grow. What we're looking for: • "Wear your heart on your sleeve", take ownership, be bold and run the business as if it's your own., • Be cool, calm and collected, manage pressure with ease, and don't let anything faze you., • A minimum of 2 years' experience as a General Manager, depending on the property being considered., • Solid communication and organisational skills, with an approachable personality., • Superb customer and floor-service skills., • Excellent all-round business knowledge, from financials to customer satisfaction., • An entrepreneurial flair., • Passionate about people, training, mentoring and growing a team, but most importantly, someone who loves to have fun., • Personal Licence holder beneficial. What's in it for me: • A competitive salary and bonus scheme., • Training and development., • Career progression and promotion opportunities, with regular new openings around the corner., • Get out and about – you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants., • The opportunity to make strategic decisions within your business – take ownership and Be Fearless., • Annual team trips abroad, regular management incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere., • 28 days' holiday., • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Good people know good people – an awesome referral scheme., • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us., • Cycle to Work scheme. Interested in hearing more? Please submit your CV and lets talk !

We invite you to join Pho. And come be part of this stylish and lively restaurant brand. We're looking for a cool energetic General Manager to lead our team in Pho Balham This is for a General Manager who knows their stuff, gives a sh**t about this crazy hospitality world, and just simply gets it! ++Salary offer of up to £45,000 includes earnings received through tronc.++ ++And on top of that, a bonus reward of up to £8,000! ++ Who's Pho? Sure, our food is pretty amazing! But we're also all about the atmosphere... We're talking funky music in the background...dimmed lights...Staff cracking jokes by the kitchen pass as they quickly step in and out.... Guests are bantering with the waiters.... You hear wine glasses clinking and most importantly, in between all that buzz, you hear the slurping of some fresh Phở. What Pho can offer you! • Free fresh meals at work, • 50% off all food and drink when dining in our restaurants, for you and up to 5 friends!, • Get paid every 2 weeks! Or..., • ... Get paid quicker with our Wagestream, • We love to work hard and play even harder at our awesome annual parties!, • Earn more money if your friends join us (£100-£1000 extra for each friend), • Confidential Employer Assistance Program, to support you with any troubles you may be facing., • Company pension, • Amazing training during your first few weeks and beyond, • A nice Bonus! Of up to £8,000 a year! What Pho is looking for: • Minimum x2 years' General Management experience. Bar or restaurant, or both!, • Big passion for food! As a General Manager in Pho, you'll learn everything about our fresh food., • Confident in delivering and understanding financial P&L reports., • Experience communicating with suppliers., • Comfortable using different systems as part of your day-to-day. Such as; Pronet for maintenance, Open Table for bookings, Zonal in our tills, Harri for recruitment, etc., • Remember, we just need a manager who GETS IT! If this is the job for you, come apply! Have a look at our instagram too and have a good stalk!

Join the La Nonna Pasta Fresca Family – Where Passion Meets Opportunity At La Nonna Pasta Fresca, we’re more than just a restaurant – we’re a community. Specializing in freshly made pasta and sauces crafted daily from the finest ingredients, our open kitchen serves up an authentic, vibrant Mediterranean experience. We’re looking for chefs who share our passion for fresh, wholesome food and who want to grow with us in a fast-paced but supportive environment. Why La Nonna? As an independent restaurant, we value creativity, collaboration, and the personal growth of each team member. This is your chance to work closely with our Head Chef, learning the art of fresh pasta-making while contributing to a passionate, skilled team. We believe in nurturing talent from within, offering excellent opportunities for career advancement as we expand. What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking chefs with a love for Mediterranean cuisine and a basic understanding of traditional Italian cooking techniques. While experience in fresh pasta-making is a bonus, it's not essential. Our Head Chef will mentor you, providing hands-on training in every aspect of our culinary process. Key Responsibilities: • Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen tasks, from creating fresh sauces to mastering pasta-making, • Assist in managing kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to maintain cost efficiency, • Ensure that high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene are consistently met, • Collaborate with the Head Chef and General Manager to create an exceptional working environment for the team and a memorable experience for our guests, • Be eager to learn, develop new skills, and contribute ideas to the kitchen, • Maintain a positive and professional attitude in our dynamic open kitchen, working as part of one unified team (FOH and BOH), • Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with food safety regulations, • Train and mentor junior chefs, helping them improve their skills and achieve success, • Conduct regular checks of kitchen equipment to ensure everything is in working order and compliant with health and safety standards, • Deliver a seamless dining experience, ensuring guest satisfaction and accommodating special requests What We Offer: • A balanced schedule: Work 5 days a week, with every Monday guaranteed off, so you can enjoy a reliable work-life balance, • Opportunities for growth: We're a growing, independent restaurant, and we love promoting from within, • Complimentary meals during shifts, • 50% off food when dining with friends and family, • 28 days paid holiday, • Company pension contributions, • Competitive salary with room for advancement as you develop within the company Join a restaurant where your talent is appreciated, your growth is supported, and your time outside of work is valued. If you're passionate about Mediterranean food, committed to learning, and excited to be part of a close-knit, growing team, we’d love to hear from you.

As supervisor in a restaurant, your role would involve assisting the general manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring smooth functioning of the establishment. Let me give you a quick rundown of the responsibilities typically associated with this position Supervising staff: You'll be responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the restaurant's employees, ensuring that they adhere to company policies, meet performance standards, and deliver excellent customer service Operational management: You'll assist with managing the overall operations of the restaurant, such as monitoring inventory levels, ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations Customer service: Providing exceptional customer service is key! You'll interact with customers to address any concerns, provide recommendations, and ensure their overall satisfaction Training and development: Assisting with the training and development of the restaurant staff, including conducting orientation sessions, implementing training programs, and promoting a positive work environment Financial management: You'll help monitor and control costs, analyze financial reports, and contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to improve profitability

CHEF – JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Chef Location: Pub / Hospitality Venue Hours: Full-Time / Part-Time Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience ROLE OVERVIEW We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and experienced Chef to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering consistently high-quality food while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who takes pride in their food, works well in a busy pub environment and understands the importance of consistency, speed and presentation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepare, cook and present food consistently to the required standard., • Ensure all dishes are produced according to agreed recipes, specifications and portion controls., • Maintain high standards of food presentation and quality., • Complete food preparation ahead of service and ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for each trading session., • Work efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality and standards., • Ensure all food is stored, labelled, dated and rotated correctly., • Follow FIFO stock rotation procedures., • Complete and maintain all required food safety, temperature and HACCP records., • Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene., • Ensure equipment, preparation areas, fridges, freezers and storage areas are kept clean and organised., • Assist with deliveries, stock control and stock rotation., • Minimise food waste and help maintain appropriate food margins., • Report maintenance, equipment or food safety issues immediately., • Follow allergen procedures and ensure allergen information is understood and correctly communicated., • Comply with all company policies, health & safety requirements and food hygiene legislation., • Work closely with the General Manager and wider venue team., • Support other kitchen team members when required. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR The ideal candidate will have: • Previous experience working as a Chef within a pub, restaurant or similar hospitality environment., • Strong food preparation and cooking skills., • Good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety., • Knowledge of allergens and cross-contamination controls., • Ability to work calmly and efficiently during busy services., • Good organisation and time-management skills., • A positive and professional attitude., • Reliability and excellent attendance., • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays. DESIRABLE • Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate or above., • Previous experience within a high-volume pub kitchen., • Experience with stock management and food ordering., • Understanding of food GP, portion control and waste management. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive rate of pay., • Full-time and part-time opportunities., • Flexible working hours., • Opportunities to progress within a growing pub group., • Supportive management team., • Training and development opportunities., • Staff benefits and discounts where applicable. OUR EXPECTATIONS We expect every member of our kitchen team to take ownership of quality, cleanliness, consistency and customer satisfaction. Every plate leaving the kitchen should represent the standards of the venue and give our customers a reason to return. If you’re passionate about food, enjoy working in a busy pub environment and want to be part of a growing hospitality business, we’d love to hear from you.

👨‍🍳 Sous Chef – Fern, Bart & Taylor 📍 East Croydon | 💸 Up to £44,000 (including Service Charge) | 🍴 Seasonal Fresh Food Are you a passionate Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career? Fern is a stylish premium restaurant serving fresh, seasonal dishes in a vibrant neighbourhood setting. Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch, and our much-loved Sunday roast, we're all about exceptional food, great hospitality, and memorable experiences. As part of Bart & Taylor, an award-winning and growing collection of boutique bars and restaurants across London and the North, we're looking for a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, inspire the team, and help deliver outstanding food every day. Why join us? • 💸 Up to £44,000 per year (including Service Charge), • 🍽️ Free meals on every shift, • 🍷 Generous food and drink discounts for you and your friends, • 🌴 28 days' holiday (pro rata), • 👨‍🍳 Opportunity to contribute to seasonal menu development, • 📈 Ongoing training and genuine career progression within a growing hospitality group, • 🚆 Just 30 seconds from East Croydon Station What you'll be doing As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen, maintain exceptional standards, and ensure every service runs smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service, • Helping to train, coach, and develop junior chefs, • Assisting with menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients, • Managing stock, ordering, and helping to minimise waste, • Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency, • Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation are always maintained, • Stepping up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to progress, with: • A passion for fresh, seasonal food and quality ingredients, • Strong leadership skills and a positive, hands-on approach, • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen, • Good knowledge of food safety, stock control, and kitchen operations, • A commitment to developing others and working as part of a close-knit team, • High standards, attention to detail, and pride in every plate that leaves the pass If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, have real input in the kitchen, and grow with an ambitious hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the team at Fern.

We are a warm, welcoming family based near Adderbury (OX17) looking for an exceptional live-in Housekeeper / Family Cook to become an important and trusted part of our household. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes real pride in creating a clean, organised and well-run home, and who also enjoys preparing fresh, healthy and delicious family meals. We are looking for someone proactive and dependable who notices what needs doing and takes ownership of the day-to-day running of the home. You’ll work alongside our family and nanny to help make everyday life run smoothly. There will also be opportunities to travel with the family throughout the year, making this a varied and rewarding long-term position. What You’ll Do • Take responsibility for the day-to-day cleanliness and organisation of the home., • General housekeeping, cleaning and tidying to a high standard., • Laundry, ironing and wardrobe organisation., • Changing and managing bed linen and towels., • Keeping household supplies organised and stocked., • Prepare fresh, healthy and enjoyable family meals., • Help with meal planning and grocery shopping., • Keep the kitchen clean, organised and well maintained., • Assist with general household organisation and errands., • Work alongside the nanny to help the household run smoothly., • Travel with the family on holidays and trips when required. What We’re Looking For ✅ Excellent housekeeping standards and strong attention to detail. ✅ Confident preparing good-quality, healthy family meals. ✅ Organised, proactive and able to use your own initiative. ✅ Warm, positive and comfortable working in a family home with children. ✅ Reliable, discreet and trustworthy. ✅ Full UK driving licence and confidence driving. ✅ Previous private household, housekeeping or similar experience is highly desirable. ✅ Someone looking for a long-term position and who wants to become a valued part of the household. You do not need to be a professional chef — we are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys cooking and can confidently prepare a good variety of fresh family meals. What We Offer • £35,000 salary, • Private live-in accommodation provided, • Car provided for work and household duties, • Opportunity to travel with the family throughout the year, • Welcoming and respectful family environment, • Long-term role offering stability, • Varied position with plenty of independence and responsibility If you’re organised, dependable, take pride in maintaining a beautiful home and enjoy cooking great food, we’d love to hear from you.