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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    2 days ago
    £40000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Are you an experienced, driven, and passionate General Manager looking to lead a thriving pub? Whelans Pubs is seeking a hands-on leader who excels in fast-paced hospitality, is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, and committed to building high-performing teams. As General Manager, you will fully own your business, driving sales, profitability, and operational standards, while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for every guest. You'll be an energetic, visible leader, setting high standards and inspiring your team daily. Commercially aware and passionate about hospitality, you'll confidently make decisions and be motivated by creating pubs guests love to visit. Key Responsibilities • Leadership, • Lead, inspire, and develop your management and bar teams., • Recruit, train, and retain exceptional team members., • Create a positive, motivated, and accountable working culture., • Conduct regular team meetings, coaching sessions, and performance reviews., • Manage staffing levels and rotas in line with business needs., • Commercial Performance, • Take full responsibility for achieving weekly and monthly sales targets., • Drive wet sales, food sales, and overall profitability., • Maximise opportunities through events, entertainment, and seasonal promotions., • Monitor labour costs, GP margins, and controllable expenses., • Analyse business performance and implement action plans to improve results., • Customer Experience, • Deliver exceptional customer service standards every day., • Resolve customer complaints professionally and efficiently., • Build strong relationships with regular guests and the local community., • Maintain consistently high review scores across online platforms., • Operations, • Ensure the venue is presented to the highest standards at all times., • Maintain excellent cleanliness throughout both front and back of house areas., • Ensure full compliance with all company operating procedures., • Complete daily, weekly, and monthly compliance checks diligently., • Financial Control, • Manage cash handling procedures accurately., • Complete precise banking and financial reporting., • Control stock effectively through regular stock takes and ordering., • Investigate and minimise stock losses and wastage., • Maintain strong cost controls across all aspects of the business., • Compliance, • Ensure full compliance with: Licensing legislation, Health & Safety, Food Safety, Fire Safety, Employment legislation, Challenge 25 procedures, and Company policies., • Marketing & Business Development, • Drive local marketing initiatives to increase visibility., • Promote live sport, entertainment, and food offers., • Ensure social media channels are regularly updated with high-quality content., • Build relationships with local businesses, charities, and community groups., • Identify opportunities to increase footfall and revenue. What We’re Looking For • Essential, • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a General Manager or experienced Deputy Manager in a high-volume pub or bar environment., • Strong leadership and people management skills., • Commercially focused with a proven track record of sales growth., • Excellent financial understanding, including labour and Gross Profit (GP) control., • Personal Licence holder (or willing to obtain one)., • Strong understanding of licensing and regulatory compliance., • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal., • Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail., • Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required., • Desirable, • Experience managing food operations., • Experience delivering live entertainment and sporting events., • Cellar management knowledge., • First Aid qualification., • Level 2 Food Safety certification. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Sales growth, • Profitability, • Labour percentage, • Gross Profit performance, • Stock variance, • Wage control, • Customer satisfaction, • Mystery visit results, • Audit compliance, • Team retention, • Employee engagement, • Online review scores, • Health & Safety compliance, • Licensing compliance What We Offer • Competitive salary, • Performance-related bonus scheme, • Clear career progression opportunities, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Company pension scheme, • Employee discounts, • Company social events, • Supportive Operations Team, • Recognition and reward programmes Our Values • People – Investing in our teams and creating opportunities for success., • Standards – Delivering excellence in everything we do., • Fun – Creating memorable experiences for our guests and our teams. If you’re ready to take ownership of a successful pub and build an exceptional business, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Horse and Greyhound Trading Associate
    Horse and Greyhound Trading Associate
    1 month ago
    £50 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job Title: Greyhound & Horse Racing Trading Associate Company: Unraced Media Location: Fully Remote Compensation: £50.00 per hour Hours: Part-time (2–3 hours daily) About Us At Unraced Media, we are a forward-thinking sports media and trading organization specializing in the racing sector. We are currently looking to expand our operations and are seeking a highly analytical and decisive Greyhound & Horse Racing Trading Associate to join our remote team. The Role This is a high-value, part-time position requiring 2 to 3 hours of dedicated work daily. As a Trading Associate, you will be responsible for monitoring live markets, analyzing odds, and executing trades across major betting exchanges. This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere provided you have a fast, reliable internet connection and can align with key racing schedules. Key Responsibilities * Monitor daily greyhound and horse racing markets to identify trading opportunities. • Execute back and lay trades efficiently using professional betting exchanges., • Analyze odds movements and market fluctuations in real-time., • Manage a daily trading bankroll with strict adherence to risk management protocols., • Log and report daily trading performance and market observations., • Minimum Requirements * Exchange Experience: Proven working knowledge and hands-on experience with betting exchanges, specifically Betfair and/or Orbit., • Racing Knowledge: A deep understanding of UK/Irish greyhound and horse racing markets, form, and race dynamics., • Odds Comprehension: Complete fluency in the odds system, including decimal odds, implied probabilities, and market liquidity., • Tech-Savvy: A reliable computer and high-speed internet connection to ensure zero latency during live market trading., • Availability: Able to commit to 2–3 hours daily (preferably during peak UK racing hours)., • What We Offer * Excellent Pay: £50 per hour for focused, specialized work., • Flexibility: 100% remote work structure., • Work-Life Balance: A short, concentrated daily shift (2-3 hours) that leaves the rest of your day free., • How to Apply If you have the market knowledge and the exchange experience to thrive in this role, we want to hear from you. Please apply even if you do not meet all the criteria as we value passion over skills ., • Please send your resume/CV to and a brief cover letter detailing your experience with Betfair/Orbit and your background in racing markets, • Unraced Media is an equal opportunity employer.

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  • Assistant Floor Manager
    Assistant Floor Manager
    2 months ago
    £31000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    LIFE AT CLAYS Welcome to Clays, the ultimate indoor clay shooting experience and cocktail bar! We bring the thrill of a British clay target shooting weekend to the heart of the city. Our unique twist on Olympic clay shooting makes the sport safe, fun, and accessible for everyone. As we expand locally and globally, we're excited to share our love for British charm and competitive gaming with the world. Whether you're after a thrilling day with friends or a lively evening with colleagues, Clays is the perfect spot for adrenaline-pumping, fun-filled experiences. Careers at clays are loaded with possibilities. As we grow our brand, we are equally dedicated to the growth of our team. We offer ample opportunities for personal development and top-notch training. Our team is a vibrant mix of independent thinkers who are passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences for our guests. If you're seeking a workplace that values integrity, fun, and teamwork, Clays might just be the place for you! We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, and recognised as a UK Best Workplace 2025 and 2026 which reflects our commitment to creating an amazing work environment. CLAYS VALUES At Clays, our venues are for everyone, and so is our workplace. We believe that to serve our diverse audience, we must first celebrate and nurture diversity within our team. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture. Different perspectives spark creativity and drive innovation. So, if you're passionate about making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you! And of course, we’re looking for someone who embodies our Clays values. That’s why we’ve framed them as key questions that guide everything we do: SAFE - Is it safe? Safety first. It’s our responsibility to protect our people, our guests, and our business. We make decisions that create an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. AMAZING EXPERIENCE - Will it deliver an amazing experience? We deliver an amazing experience by going above and beyond what's expected, obsessing over the detail, making thoughtfulness a priority, and ensuring every guest and colleague feels seen, valued, and truly celebrated. LASTING - Will it leave a last impression? Lasting means creating impact that goes beyond the moment. At Clays, the choices we make must meaningfully contribute to a lasting impression, for our guests, our people, our planet, and our brand. SUMMARY OF POSITION This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Soho team and play a key role in establishing the floor operation and infrastructure. As Assistant Floor Manager you'll support the Floor Manager to orchestrate seamless planning, recruitment, and execution for this fresh Clays location. You will work with the General Manager, to implement the Clays service system and develop the standards of the location and the team. In this role, you will supervise a team of approximately 15 floor colleagues to drive colleague development to ensure the company achieves its succession planning goals through the Clayers Academy. You will disrupt the normal attitude to the casual environment, and provide an unrivalled service and delivery in the competitive socialising environment, elevating the standards of everything we do. Day to day, working closely with our events team, you will coordinate the service between the bar, floor, kitchen and hosts. Constructing the operating plan and positions and all elements of planning and coordinating the execution of the service for the floor. We are looking for a self-driven Assistant Floor Manager candidate who has worked in high volume operational businesses. You will be a dynamic thinker and passionate about people, both guests and colleagues. The right candidate will have a proven track record of delivering the highest F&B standards with incredible attention to detail, experience in another competitive socialising concept desirable. You will also need to be a strong communicator with the confidence and energy to engage a team to deliver. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Your role will include but may not be limited to the following responsibilities; Operational Management: • Oversee daily floor operations to ensure smooth and efficient service., • Implement Clays standard operating procedures for floor colleagues., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations., • Maintain front-of-house equipment and utensils, ensuring they are in good working order., • Execute the service and game delivery in accordance with Clays operations playbook., • Coordinate with bar and kitchen departments to ensure optimal performance. Our Clayers: • Train, and mentor floor colleagues, fostering a positive work environment., • Schedule and manage floor colleague shifts to ensure adequate coverage., • Promote Clays Behaviours and effective communication within the front-of-house colleagues., • Support colleague development through ongoing training via Clayers Academy., • Ensure colleague compliance with company policies and procedures. Guest Experience: • Ensure that all food and drinks are served and presented to the highest standard., • Relentlessly strive to achieve the continuous Clays steps of service wheel., • Monitor guest feedback and make adjustments in service as needed., • Interact with Clayer colleagues to gain feedback and ensure guest satisfaction., • Address and resolve any guest complaints or issues promptly and effectively., • Maintain a focus on providing exceptional game, food & beverage experiences for all guests., • Ensure the venue and atmosphere are always at the very highest standard. Financial Management: • Support the management of departmental budgets, including labour and F&B and consumable costs., • Monitor and control inventory, minimising waste and managing stock levels., • Implement cost control measures without compromising on quality. Marketing and Promotion: • Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and promote special menus and events., • Assist in content creation for promotional materials, including social media., • Participate in marketing initiatives to increase the visibility and reputation of Clays., • Support the execution of Clays 3 key seasons, Sunshine Months, Moonlight Months and Festive Period., • Act as a brand ambassador, maintaining the Clays Game, Service and F&B reputation. Administrative Duties: • Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements., • Prepare and submit required reports promptly., • Manage floor documentation, including recipes, training materials, and safety procedures., • Support front-of-house safety and hygiene audits., • Execute Clays policies and procedures., • Support working with local suppliers in line with our F&B Strategy SKILLS, DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES • 1 years of experience in a similar very high volume ‘pre-booked business’ position is desirable., • Mental Health First Aid (not essential)., • WSET Level 2 (not essential)., • Fire Warden (not essential)., • First Aid (not essential)., • New Opening Experience (not essential)., • Always looking for opportunities to improve your knowledge and abilities., • Passionate about hospitality and creating amazing experiences., • A keen eye for detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues and clients., • Honest with strong moral principles., • Take initiative, solve problems calmly, and work well under pressure., • Be a mentor, a proven high-performing people manager with a track record of developing talent. WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN We value our colleagues greatly and want everyone to feel rewarded. Our great benefits include: • Competitive Salary: A base salary of £31,000 with on target earnings of £40,000 which is made up from an on target performance related bonus plus Tronc service charge., • Holiday: 32 working days’ holiday pro rata each year, including bank holidays, with an increasing allocation up to a maximum of 36 days with length of service., • Colleague Discounts: Enjoy a generous 50% discount during off-peak periods and 25% during peak periods for you, your friends, and family., • Health Care Cash Plan: Up to £995 for reclaimable appointments & treatments, and access to a Virtual GP., • Career Growth: Advance your career with Clayers Academy, our online learning platform, and seize opportunities for growth within our expanding business. Plus, earn globally recognized qualifications funded by Clays., • Celebration Day: An additional paid day off each year to celebrate something meaningful to you., • Parental Leave: Market-leading policies with 13 weeks at 100% pay for maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leave after 12 months of service., • Employee Assistance: Access a 24/7 support service and up to 8 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme., • Volunteer Day: A paid day off annually to give back to your local community., • Birthday Gift: Choose a special gift to celebrate your birthday., • Pension Scheme: Join our non-contributory pension scheme with a minimum 3% contribution from us and 5% from you., • Recognition and Incentives: Enjoy team recognition and rewards through our Shooting Stars programme., • Hospitality Discounts: Access exclusive discounts via Hospitality Rewards., • Meals Provided: Free meals for colleagues working operational shifts. You will be part of a growing brand, business and an exciting adventure with excellent training opportunities and investment in your personal development.

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