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Job Description: Cafe General Manager at Pique Salary:35,500k (incl. Service charge) Perks: Class pass membership 40% off Pique cafe offering Who are we? Pique was founded in 2017 as a picnic delivery company and since then has grown into one of London’s most sought after caterers for breakfast & lunch events. The dream was always to open a café and this dream became a reality in January 2024 when we opened our first site on Lavender Hill. The café is popular both in the week and weekends as both a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. It seats up to 40 inside with seating for another 20 outside. The café has gone from strength to strength and is becoming a real part of the Lavender Hill community. We run a fortnightly book club, ran a successful first ‘pub’ quiz night and are looking to grow this side of things. Our mission is to bring fun, delicious, innovative, restaurant quality food to Londoners, whether that be at home, the office, park or our café. We focus on the informal nature of picnic dining- the relaxed feeling of being with friends, with easy to eat, crowd pleasing food. Our focus on sustainability, quality and style sets us apart from the rest. Essential Experience & Skills • Experienced in managing large teams and busy services, • Passionate about hospitality & customer service, • Strong Barista skills (dialling in, latter art, espresso pulling), • Upbeat and able to lead a team to deliver exceptional service at all times, • Intuitive, quick to think on their feet, and able to keep a level head during busy and challenging times, • Well-presented and a good team player, • An excellent communicator, • Keen eye for detail and sense or urgency Key Responsibilities: Team • Ensure customer service excellence remains the top priority in all café operations, Ensure the FOH team represents the Pique brand by providing top-tier service with energy and enthusiasm., • Serve as the main point of contact for the team, addressing business-related queries or directing staff to the appropriate department or person., • Accurately record all staff sick days and annual leave in line with Head of Operations, • Recruit, train, and motivate staff to deliver enthusiastic and exceptional customer experiences., • Ensure staff rotas align with contracted hours while adapting to fluctuating business levels to maintain reasonable labor costs Operational • Maintain operational consistency, including opening/closing procedures, customer service, check-backs, and ensuring the café remains clean and presentable through in-service checks., • Handle customer complaints, ensuring that any issue is escalated to the management team (GM, Assistant Manager, or Supervisors) this includes replying to reviews (Just GM), • Oversee daily completion of checklists in accordance with health and safety protocols, updating procedures as necessary based on business or service changes., • Keep the Maintenance record and pest control record updated and in use (along with the head chef), • Increase café revenue, reported every 3 months through sales efforts and successful events and general running of the cafe - this is not a streamline increase and should be reported as such with relevant data, • Ensure the Pique brand remains highly visible through consistent, high-quality service, active community involvement, and strong team performance as well as social media representation on any relevant platforms Event Coordination • Manage customer enquiry regarding café events and private bookings and cafe catering pre orders, • Help organize staffing, and handovers for relevant events, • Gather and analyse feedback post-event to improve offerings and ensure customer satisfaction.

GENERAL MANAGER - 45 hours contract. Join the Honi Poke Family! At Honi Poke, we're on a mission to brighten days with our sunshine-infused ethos, love of great food, and the rich, full-on flavours of the Pacific Hawaiian cuisine. Our deliciously fresh poke bowls set us apart, but it's our people who make the true difference. If you're organized, enthusiastic, and a fantastic team player, you could be the perfect fit to join our lovely Honi Poke family. That's the way we bowl! The Role: As our General Manager, you will play a crucial role in: Creating Amazing Customer Experiences: Lead your team to inspire every customer who walks through our doors with a memorable, friendly experience. Maintaining Excellence: Manage a sparkling clean restaurant that adheres to all food safety and health & safety regulations. Driving Operational Efficiency: Utilize your exceptional organizational skills to ensure smooth operations, especially during peak times, with cost-effective stock control and precise ordering. Quality Control: Be passionate about the quality of food and service, making sure our poke bowls always meet high standards. Leading by Example: Get hands-on in daily restaurant activities and lead your team from the front. Developing Talent: Provide training and development opportunities for staff, enhancing their skills and fostering a supportive work environment. What We Offer: Attractive compensation package designed to reflect your valuable contribution. Opportunities for ongoing training and development to help you continue growing professionally. Paid Breaks: Your hard work deserves time to relax and recharge. Enjoy delicious meals provided during your shifts. A generous discount for you and your friends and family to enjoy our menu. Come and Join Our Honi Poke Team! If you're ready to lead a team that's as committed to joy and health as you are, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and let's bring the spirit of Aloha to every bowl and every customer.

• Organising tasks and setting goals, • Motivating: inspiring and encouraging team members to achieve their goals, • Opening-closing restaurant + Managment tasks, • Communicating: ensuring clear communication with team members and Managment (FOH and BOH), • Planning and organizing: Setting goals, organizing tasks, and establishing meeting times, • Delegating: assigning tasks to team members based on their skills and talents, • Representing: advocating for the team's needs, • Caring for the team and recognizing individual and team successes, • Coaching: helping team members develop their skills and improve their performance, • No need to travel into Central!, • 28 Day Holiday, • 50% Discount When dining with us with your friends/family, • Free Team Food, • On all shifts Monthly Competitions, • Mental Health Trained General Manager & Head Chef Refer A Friend Bonuses, • For all successful referrals Pension Scheme A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In We really do care! <3

Bart & Taylor are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants, spanning from London to the north of England, each with their own unique concept and style. Due to an internal promotion, we are now looking to speak to Assistant Managers to join our team at Fern, Croydon. Fern is a premium 'all-day' sharing plates concept, opening for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Plus, Saturday Brunch, and Sunday Roast. In addition, Fern boasts a drinks program that rivals some of the best bars in the country. Fern is located next to East Croydon train, bus and tram stations. Making it ideal for commuters from surrounding areas. The successful candidate will have reasonable relevant experience of helping manage a premium restaurant or bar and will possess the personality traits and skills needed to deliver an outstanding guest experience, manage a profitable business, and lead a happy, effective, and well-trained team. We are looking for hands-on managers who lead from the front, and don’t shy away from getting involved. Job Role: • Aid the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the business and be an integral part of the senior leadership team., • Take accountability for aspects of the business with personal KPIs and delegated tasks., • Recruit, train and retain your team, • Deliver an exceptional and consistent guest experience, • Have input on menus, suppliers, events, and new ways of working, • Maximise profitability at every level of the business whilst maintaining high standards., • Ensure full adherence to all food safety, fire, licensing, and H&S procedures, • Implement company processes and systems Benefits Include: • Up to £16ph inc Service Charge, • Free meals when you’re at work, • Discounted food and drinks in our restaurants for you and your loved ones, • 28 days’ holiday, • Internal and external training from industry experts, • Site and company events, • Regular incentives and rewards, • A realistic pathway to progression in an expanding company

RIND is Battersea’s new wine, cheese, and charcuterie bar – opening September 2025. We’re an intimate, design-led space with a front-of-house deli fridge, beautiful wine list, and a menu featuring cheese flights, charcuterie platters, and London’s best steak tartare. We’re looking for a driven, hands-on General Manager to lead our opening team, help shape the guest experience, and build a loyal community around our unique concept. What you’ll do: Lead the day-to-day running of the bar, deli, and front-of-house team Deliver outstanding guest experiences with warmth, charm, and confidence Manage stock, supplier relationships, and rota planning Drive sales and profitability while keeping service standards sky-high Be an ambassador for RIND – on the floor, behind the bar, and online What we’re looking for: Previous management experience in a premium bar/restaurant environment A love of wine, cheese, and hospitality (WSET or foodie background a plus) Strong leadership and people skills – you’ll inspire and motivate the team Commercial awareness and confidence with numbers (rota, GP, P&L basics) Someone who thrives in a start-up environment and wants to grow with us Perks & Benefits: Salary between £42,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience) 45 hours per week, with a supportive and respectful rota Cost-price wine and discounts on our cheese & deli products Staff meals on shift 50% staff discount for you + a guest when dining Real progression opportunities as we grow the RIND brand

OLLIE’S HOUSE CHELSEA FULHAM ROAD and PARSONS GREEN all-day kitchen & lounge; your neighbourhood escape. The kitchen has all sorts on the menu, serving house-made fresh flavours, nourishing ingredients, and well-travelled world favourite dishes with some fun modern Asian influences throughout. OLLIE’S HOUSE is somewhere that welcomes you for brunch, lunch, takeaway, cocktails, dinner & much more. Our teams have vibrant personalities who are closely connected. Casual but attentive in our approach, we spread warm energy to all of the neighbourhood, giving adaptable, consistent & personalised service. We make our guests feel at home in our house. We find calm in chaos, strive to spread happiness & and we are proud to welcome our guests each and every day. What's On Offer? £12.00 Per Hour 15 (Part Time) or 35 (Full Time) Hourly Contract Neighbourhood Location • No need to travel into Central!, • 28 Day Holiday, • 50% Discount When dining with us with your friends/family, • Free Team Food, • On all shifts Monthly Competitions, • Mental Health Trained General Manager & Head Chef Refer A Friend Bonuses, • For all successful referrals Pension Scheme, • A Genuine Enjoyable Environment To Work In We really do care!

Reggae Kitchen is a bold and vibrant Caribbean takeaway bringing the authentic flavours of the islands to the heart of the community. We’re now looking for an experienced and highly organised Takeaway Manager to oversee our busy takeaway and delivery service. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering top-quality food and friendly service every time. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the takeaway service at Reggae Kitchen., • Supervise and support takeaway staff including counter assistants, packers, and delivery drivers., • Oversee order flow from in-house and online platforms such as Uber Eats, Deliveroo, and Just Eat., • Ensure all food is prepared, packed, and presented to high standards before leaving the kitchen., • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to maintain efficiency and accuracy., • Handle customer queries, issues, and complaints promptly and professionally., • Maintain stock levels of packaging, condiments, and other takeaway supplies., • Uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards at all times., • Monitor performance of third-party delivery services and identify ways to improve service., • Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced takeaway, restaurant, or food delivery environment., • Confident in managing a small team with strong leadership and communication skills., • Organised, reliable, and able to stay calm under pressure., • Comfortable using delivery apps, POS systems, and managing multiple orders at once., • Passion for Caribbean cuisine and culture is a big plus., • Strong customer service skills and a proactive attitude., • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses., • Staff meals and generous discounts on Reggae Kitchen favourites., • Opportunity to grow with a fast-rising Caribbean food brand., • Supportive and community-focused team culture., • Ongoing training and development opportunities.