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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    2 hours ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    General Manager – The Wooden Cross, Crouch End We are looking for an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead the team, drive standards, build sales and help shape the next phase of The Wooden Cross. This is a great opportunity for someone who understands proper pubs, knows how to run a tight operation, and can bring energy, structure and personality to a venue with real potential. The Role As General Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of The Wooden Cross. You will lead the team, manage service standards, control costs, grow sales and help create a welcoming pub that becomes a key part of the local community. The ideal candidate will be confident running a busy wet-led pub, have strong cellar and stock control experience, and be comfortable managing sport, events, social media, staff development and local marketing. Key Responsibilities Operations • Oversee the daily operation of the pub., • Maintain high standards of service, cleanliness and presentation., • Ensure the pub is opened, closed and run safely and professionally., • Manage tills, and daily reporting., • Keep all compliance, licensing, health and safety, fire safety and food safety standards up to date., • Take ownership of the cellar, beer quality and stock management. Team Management • Recruit, train, manage and motivate the bar team., • Build a positive and professional working culture., • Create and manage rotas in line with wage targets., • Hold staff accountable for standards, service and performance., • Support supervisors and develop future leaders within the team. Sales & Events • Help grow weekly turnover through local marketing, events and community engagement., • Promote sports fixtures, pub events, DJ nights, quizzes, live entertainment and seasonal campaigns., • Work with the business owner to develop the pub’s identity, drinks range and customer offer., • Build relationships with local residents, clubs, groups and businesses., • Help manage and grow the pub’s social media presence. Financial Control • Work to agreed sales, wage and GP targets., • Control stock, wastage and ordering., • Complete regular stocktakes and investigate variances., • Manage supplier deliveries and invoices., • Focus on driving profit while maintaining value and quality for customers. Customer Experience • Create a warm, friendly and consistent customer experience., • Deal professionally with complaints, feedback and difficult situations., • Build regular trade and make the pub feel like a proper local., • Lead by example on the floor during key trading sessions. What We’re Looking For The successful candidate will have: • Previous experience as a General Manager, Assistant Manager or strong Deputy Manager in a pub or bar environment., • Strong wet-led pub experience., • Good knowledge of draught beer, cellar management and stock control., • Experience managing teams, rotas and wage costs., • Confidence with licensing, compliance and health and safety., • A hands-on leadership style., • Strong communication skills., • Good commercial awareness., • The ability to bring ideas, energy and structure to the business., • Experience with sports pubs, events, DJs or community pubs would be an advantage. The Right Person You will be organised, reliable and commercially minded, but also personable and present on the floor. We want someone who can take ownership of the venue, build a strong team and help turn The Wooden Cross into one of Crouch End’s best local pubs. This role would suit someone who wants more than just a management job — someone who wants to be part of building something properly. Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary, depending on experience., • Performance-related bonus structure to be discussed., • Opportunity to shape the relaunch and future direction of the pub., • Support from an experienced independent pub operator., • Scope to grow with the business as the company develops. How to Apply Please send your CV and a short message explaining why you would be a good fit for The Wooden Cross.

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  • Bartender Needed THIS WEEKEND - Paid Trial
    Bartender Needed THIS WEEKEND - Paid Trial
    14 days ago
    £13.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Elephant and Castle, London

    Experienced Bartender needed TOMORROW for a busy Latin nightclub. This is a paid trial shift with the opportunity for regular weekend work for the right person. Shift: TOMORROW — FRIDAY 26/06/26 22:30–05:00 Arrival for briefing: 22:00 Pay: £13.71 per hour Keep your tips Regular weekend work available for strong performers About us: We are a premium, high-energy Latin nightclub and sports bar. The venue is fast, busy, fun and customer-focused. Our bartenders play an important role in creating an amazing guest experience while keeping the bar fast, organised and commercially successful. We are looking for someone who is: • An experienced bartender, • Fast and accurate under pressure, • Friendly and confident with customers, • Reliable and punctual, • Proactive, • Calm during busy service, • Comfortable working late nights, • Confident taking card and cash payments, • Able to upsell naturally without being pushy, • Able to work well with the Head Bartender, barbacks and wider team, • Able to maintain excellent service even when the bar is extremely busy Duties include: • Serving drinks quickly and accurately, • Preparing spirits, mixers, shots, beers and standard bar orders, • Taking payments correctly, • Upselling doubles, shots, premium spirits and other suitable options, • Acknowledging and engaging customers while managing busy queues, • Keeping the bar clean, organised and fully operationa, • Communicating stock, ice, glassware and replenishment needs to the barback, • Following approved measures, pricing and drink preparation standards, • Reporting spillages, breakages, shortages and wastage, • Supporting responsible alcohol service, • Escalating intoxication, safety or customer concerns to the Head Bartender or Duty Manager, • Helping with bar close-down at the end of the night Experience: Direct bartending experience is essential. Busy bar, nightclub, cocktail bar, events or high-volume hospitality experience is strongly preferred. You must be confident working independently behind the bar without needing basic bartender training during the shift. Requirements: • Must be 18+, • Must have the right to work in the UK, • Must have recent direct bartending experience, • Must be available tomorrow, Friday 26/06/26, • Must be able to arrive by 22:00, • Must be available to work until 05:00, • Must be comfortable working quickly in a busy nightclub environment, • Must provide valid right-to-work documents or a share code, • Must wear smart black, nightclub-presentable clothing Please only apply if you have genuine bartending experience and can definitely work tomorrow.

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  • Event Steward
    Event Steward
    2 months ago
    £14.8–£17 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Jacob Bee Noble Group is looking for reliable and professional Event Stewards to work across a variety of exciting events and venues. Please read this until the end! Whether you are looking to begin a career in the events industry or gain valuable experience in customer-facing roles, this is a great opportunity to join a growing and supportive team. What We Offer: • Pay rates from £14.80 per hour, • Free training provided, • Flexible working patterns to suit your availability, • Opportunities to progress into security and supervisory positions, • Work at concerts, sporting events, festivals, stadiums, and more Role Responsibilities: • Welcoming guests and providing a professional first impression, • Assisting attendees with directions, seating, and general enquiries, • Managing queues and maintaining organised entry and exit routes, • Supporting safe crowd movement throughout the venue, • Monitoring designated areas and reporting concerns to supervisors, • Helping maintain a safe, secure, and enjoyable environment for all visitors, • Carrying out ticket checks and supporting access control procedures, • Assisting during incidents or emergency evacuations when required, • Working closely with colleagues, supervisors, and venue staff, • Representing the company with professionalism and excellent customer service at all times Requirements: • Positive attitude and strong communication skills, • Reliable, punctual, and professional presentation, • Ability to work well within a team, • Flexible approach to shifts and event work, • SIA licence not required (although beneficial) No previous experience is necessary as full training can be provided for the right candidates. Apply today and become part of a professional events team with Jacob Bee Noble Group Limited.

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  • Charity Fundraiser
    Charity Fundraiser
    2 months ago
    £15–£25 hourly
    Full-time
    Barking

    Womenion is a women-led organization supporting vulnerable women, children, and families affected by domestic abuse, poverty, social isolation, inequality, and other social challenges across the UK. We are expanding our fundraising team and seeking confident, motivated, and passionate individuals to raise awareness and funding for our community projects and support programs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organization making a meaningful impact within communities while developing valuable communication, fundraising, and public engagement skills. The Role As a Professional Fundraiser, you will work across a variety of public and private fundraising locations throughout London and the surrounding areas, including: • Supermarkets, • Shopping centres, • High streets, • Festivals and community events, • Sports venues and stadiums, • Retail locations and public events You will engage with members of the public in a professional, respectful and positive manner to raise awareness about Womenion’s work and encourage support through one-off and regular monthly donations. This is a face-to-face fundraising role suited to individuals who enjoy speaking with people, working within a team environment, and making a direct impact within communities. The role involves regular travel to various fundraising locations and the flexibility to work weekends as required. Training & Development Period – First 3 Months • Self-employed commission-based structure, • Full fundraising training and mentoring provided, • Flexible working schedule, • Daily support and coaching from experienced team leaders, • Opportunity to develop communication, fundraising, and engagement skills, • Regular performance reviews and ongoing mentoring, • Fundraisers may earn up to 35% commission on qualifying funds raised, subject to campaign terms, compliance, and performance standards After Successful Completion of the Training Period • Performance support payment from £50 per day may be available subject to attendance, compliance and campaign expectations, • Continued commission and performance-based bonus opportunities, • Loyalty and progression incentives available, • Opportunity to progress into leadership and campaign management roles, • Recognition and reward opportunities for high-performing fundraisers What We Offer • Flexible working opportunities, • Meaningful and impactful work within communities, • Supportive and diverse working environment, • Ongoing training and mentoring, • Performance-based earning opportunities, • Opportunity to grow with an expanding organisation, • Experience working on community campaigns supporting vulnerable women and families What We Are Looking For • Confident and friendly communicators, • Positive and resilient attitude, • Motivated by targets and performance, • Passionate about supporting vulnerable women and communities, • Reliable, professional and enthusiastic individuals, • Willingness to work outdoors and engage with the public Experience within sales, retail, hospitality, customer service, acting or fundraising is beneficial but not essential. Requirements • Must be aged 18 or over, • Must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom, • Proof of right to work will be required prior to engagement, • Must be willing to travel to fundraising locations, • Weekend availability may be required, • Self-employed status required Why Join Womenion? By joining Womenion, you will become part of a growing organization committed to supporting vulnerable women, children, and families facing hardship, isolation, and inequality. Your work will help fund vital community support programmes and contribute towards creating lasting positive change within local communities. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV along with a short introduction explaining why you are interested in joining Womenion. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

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