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  • Restaurant General Manager
    Restaurant General Manager
    2 days ago
    £36000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Trafford Park, Stretford

    General Manager – Basrah Lounge Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Basrah Lounge is looking for an experienced, confident and hands-on General Manager to oversee the daily operation of our busy restaurant and lounge. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the team, maintaining excellent customer service, managing staff performance and ensuring the venue operates smoothly, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day running of the restaurant and lounge, • Lead, support and motivate front-of-house, bar and kitchen teams, • Create and manage weekly staff rotas using the Deputy app, • Monitor employee attendance, lateness, breaks, availability and working hours, • Approve timesheets and ensure staff hours are recorded accurately, • Ensure each shift is appropriately staffed according to business needs, • Recruit, train and onboard new employees, • Conduct staff meetings, performance reviews and disciplinary procedures when required, • Set clear expectations and ensure all team members follow company policies, • Maintain excellent standards of customer service, • Handle customer enquiries, complaints and special requests professionally, • Oversee table bookings, events and busy service periods, • Monitor stock levels and coordinate ordering with suppliers, • Reduce unnecessary waste and control operational costs, • Oversee cash handling, tills, end-of-day reports and banking procedures, • Monitor sales performance and help achieve business targets, • Ensure the venue remains clean, organised and presentable, • Carry out regular checks of the restaurant, kitchen, toilets and customer areas, • Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, licensing and fire-safety requirements, • Work closely with the owners and provide regular updates on staffing, sales, customer feedback and operational issues, • Step in and support the team during busy periods when required, • Identify ways to improve service, efficiency and the overall customer experience Skills and Experience • Previous experience as a General Manager, Restaurant Manager or in a similar senior hospitality role, • Strong leadership and people-management skills, • Experience creating rotas and managing staff through Deputy or a similar workforce-management system, • Excellent communication and customer-service skills, • Confident handling complaints and resolving problems calmly, • Good understanding of stock control, labour costs, cash handling and sales targets, • Knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety and licensing requirements, • Highly organised, reliable and able to work under pressure, • Comfortable managing a busy restaurant and lounge environment, • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, • A hands-on management style and willingness to support all areas of the business What We Offer • A senior leadership position within a growing hospitality business, • A friendly and lively working environment, • The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the venue’s performance, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Staff benefits and additional incentives to be discussed If you are an experienced hospitality manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for providing excellent customer experiences, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short explanation of your relevant management experience.

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  • Learning & Development Manager
    Learning & Development Manager
    4 days ago
    £55000–£60000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Job Ref: PER1470 Branch: Permanently Unique Group Location: Manchester or London Based Salary/Benefits: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 28/07/2026 Closing date: 08/09/2026 Job Title: Learning & Development Manager Department: Head Office - People Responsible To: Group HR Manager Responsible For: Learning & Development Executive Overall purpose of post: The Learning & Development Manager is responsible for creating, delivering and continuously improving the learning, leadership and performance development strategy across Permanently Unique Group. This role will partner closely with operational and support teams to build a high-performance culture, ensuring every team member has the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting the Group's commercial objectives. This role will be based at our HQ in Manchester covering the UK learning and development needs with occasional support of our international business. Regular travel is expected in this role. The successful candidate will lead learning initiatives across all brands, driving engagement, retention, internal progression and operational excellence through innovative and impactful development programmes. This successful candidate will be based in either Manchester or London. Duties will include but are not limited to: People: • Design and implement a Group-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business objectives and growth plans., • Create clear development pathways for all positions across front-of-house, back-of-house and support office teams., • Lead management and leadership development programmes to build a strong internal talent pipeline., • Be accountable for succession planning and identify high-potential individuals across the Group., • Develop onboarding and induction programmes that ensure a consistent and engaging new starter experience., • Coach and support operational leaders in delivering effective training and performance development., • Drive employee engagement through learning initiatives that promote growth, recognition and career progression., • Partner with the People Team to support retention strategies and improve employee satisfaction., • Foster a culture of continuous learning, feedback and accountability across all venues., • Oversee development of employees in international sites and ensure development is aligned., • Oversee the work of department Artists to ensure suitable initial and ongoing training of our teams. Profit: • Ensure learning initiatives contribute directly to commercial performance and operational efficiency., • Analyse training ROI through performance metrics, guest feedback, retention rates and operational KPIs., • Support labour optimisation by improving team capability, productivity and cross-functional skills., • Reduce recruitment costs through internal development and promotion opportunities., • Identify opportunities to improve revenue generation through enhanced sales training and guest experience programmes., • Manage the Learning & Development budget effectively, ensuring maximum return on investment., • Support venue openings and expansion projects through structured training plans that enable successful launches. Product: • Ensure all team members have comprehensive knowledge of food, beverage, service and brand standards., • Develop product education programmes that enhance guest engagement and commercial performance., • Collaborate with culinary, beverage and operational leaders to create training content for new menu launches and product innovations., • Maintain up-to-date training resources that reflect evolving concepts, menus and service standards., • Champion excellence in guest experience by embedding product knowledge and storytelling into learning programmes., • Ensure brand standards are consistently understood and executed across all venues., • Support the development of specialist knowledge programmes for leadership, wine, cocktails, culinary and guest experience disciplines., • Lead pre-opening training for new venue openings., • Maintain knowledge of new technology and applications that can enhance and support content and delivery. Process: • Develop and maintain group training frameworks, standards and competency assessments., • Create and manage learning systems, training calendars and compliance tracking processes., • Standardise training materials and delivery methods across all brands while respecting brand-specific requirements., • Implement robust evaluation and feedback mechanisms to continuously improve learning effectiveness., • Ensure compliance training is completed and maintained across all departments., • Work closely with operational leaders to identify training needs through performance reviews, audits and business analysis., • Establish clear measurement and reporting processes for learning outcomes and development activity., • Support operational excellence by embedding best practices into all training programmes., • Maintain business wide communication via our internal communication platform. Promotion: • Position learning and development as a key driver of career growth and business success across the Group., • Promote internal progression opportunities and celebrate development achievements., • Support employer branding initiatives by showcasing learning and career development opportunities., • Collaborate with marketing and people teams to communicate learning successes and talent stories., • Develop recognition programmes that reward learning, performance and professional growth., • Act as an ambassador for the Group's values, culture and leadership expectations., • Support the attraction and retention of top hospitality talent through a market-leading development offering., • Partner with external providers and co-ordinate brand led training. Key Skills • Proven experience in a Learning & Development, Training or Talent Development leadership role within hospitality, leisure or luxury service environments., • Strong understanding of restaurant operations and guest experience standards., • Experience designing and delivering leadership, management and operational training programmes., • Excellent facilitation, coaching and stakeholder management skills., • Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive cultural change., • Strong project management and organisational capabilities., • Experience with learning management systems and digital learning platforms., • Data-driven approach with the ability to measure and demonstrate learning impact., • Passion for developing people and creating exceptional hospitality experiences. General: • Ensure all employees are complying with the personal grooming policy during visits, feeding back concerns to the site management, ops and people teams., • Communicate all issues relating to the business to the relevant people., • Undertake projects as requested by key stakeholders., • To be aspirational within the team – leading by example and maintaining company standards, ensuring these are a natural skill in your day-to-day role.

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  • F&B Manager
    F&B Manager
    6 days ago
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Be you. At work. Here at Locke, we create spaces where you can be you – and we don’t just mean our design-led aparthotels. From front desk to back office, on-the-ground to behind-the-scenes, our team makes Locke what it is. Forget demographics: we’re building a community of the culturally curious. The forward-thinking. The ever-questioning. Locke is growing. With new openings across the UK and Europe coming up, we’re at an exciting time in our young life. Want to get stuck in? Roll up your sleeves and let’s go. The role. To co-operate and work with departmental colleagues and team members across the business, carry out tasks as designated and manage the day-to-day practical aspects of customer service in an organised, structured and professional way. The Food & Beverage Manager will ensure a high standard of service and customer satisfaction while maximising profitability. They manage F&B employees, time & attendance, budgets, service delivery and quality control, playing a key role in the overall guest experience. What it looks like. Ensure seamless daily operations, balancing efficiency with high service standards. Oversee guest satisfaction - seek feedback and implement satisfaction systems to continuously improve service delivery. Full responsibility for the P&L for F&B, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded. Drive cost efficiency across all departments while maintaining quality and service standards. Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Champion a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement. What you'll need. Experience with financial management and budget controls is useful for managing costs and ensuring profitability. Advanced knowledge of food and beverage systems and service delivery. Hospitality experience at a busy property Relevant experience in food and beverage management, with a minimum of 2 years in a similar role. An understanding of food and beverage menu items, including wine, spirits, and cocktails, is desired. Proficiency in hospitality POS technology systems, inventory management, stock ordering and reporting software. Values you’ll share; Courage to question, evolve and be human Curiosity to seek out innovation, change and creativity Confidence to challenge convention and look for better ways to do and be Accountability and the desire to empower those around you Freedom to be yourself at work, just as much as at play Acceptance that perfection doesn’t exist and no one has a monopoly on good ideas Recognition of humanity in yourself and others to learn fast, evolve and grow When and Where? We believe in working flexibly – this includes flexibility in work location, working days (including weekends and bank holidays in operations) and working hours. This may be ad hoc or permanent flexibility. Ask your recruiting manager or see our careers page for more information. Set in a 19th Century cotton factory, every area – from the beautiful Conservatory Bar to the spacious co-working lounge – celebrates the building’s quirks and features. There’s also a packed calendar of events, pop-ups and fitness classes for you to join in with, if you fancy. And if you’re heading out, you’re just minutes from the city’s best bars, shops and nightlife. Settle in, and see Manchester differently About edyn Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities, which provide a sense of belonging to the free-thinking urbanite in all of us. Each of our brands – Locke, Cove and SACO – is firmly rooted in the local neighbourhood, offering vibrant experiences and connections which nourish and enliven the soul. To find out more about what it’s like to work at edyn, visit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement edyn’s Purpose is to build brands designed around Soulful Hospitality -we create sanctuaries where free thinkers can nourish and enliven their souls. This is only possible if the growth of our company is centred around a deep respect for humanity. Everyone at edyn should feel free and safe to express their ideas, state their opinions and share their lived experiences in an environment of openness, tolerance, and curiosity. This principle sits at the heart of our approach to improving diversity and inclusion. We have established goals and supporting commitments which will help us ensure that everyone in edyn feels a sense of belonging, regardless of their background or identity. We are on a DEI journey that we have yet to complete, and we acknowledge our failures or weaknesses as we discover them. Our principle & goals are clear, and we travel together to seek to drive change, evolve ourselves and the edyn community.

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  • Front Office Manager
    Front Office Manager
    12 days ago
    £3500–£4000 monthly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Front Office Manager – Luxury Hotel Location: Manchester United Kingdom Salary: £42,000 – £48,000 per annum + benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Front Office Manager to lead the front office operation of a prestigious London hotel. This is an exciting opportunity for a guest-focused hospitality professional who thrives in a luxury environment and can deliver exceptional service standards while developing a high-performing team. The successful candidate will oversee all front office functions, including Reception, Guest Services, Concierge, and Night Operations, ensuring every guest receives a seamless and memorable experience from arrival to departure. Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and develop the Front Office team to deliver outstanding guest experiences., • Oversee daily front desk operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to luxury service standards., • Manage guest arrivals, departures, VIP experiences, and special requests., • Build strong relationships with guests, resolving concerns professionally and proactively., • Work closely with Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Reservations, and other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations., • Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements to enhance satisfaction scores., • Train, coach, and mentor team members to support career development., • Manage staffing levels, rotas, and operational planning., • Ensure compliance with hotel policies, health and safety standards, and brand procedures., • Support financial performance through effective upselling, revenue awareness, and cost control., • Prepare reports and communicate operational performance to senior management. Requirements • Previous experience as a Front Office Manager, Rooms Division Manager, or similar leadership role within a luxury or upscale hotel environment., • Strong knowledge of front office systems and hotel operations., • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills., • A passion for delivering exceptional guest service., • Experience managing and developing hospitality teams., • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure., • Strong understanding of luxury guest expectations and service standards. What We Offer • Competitive salary of £42,000 – £48,000 per annum., • Opportunity to work within a leading London hospitality environment., • Career development and training opportunities., • Staff benefits and hospitality discounts., • A supportive and professional working culture. To apply: Please submit your CV for further information. Henry Derahire

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  • Shop Manager
    Shop Manager
    2 months ago
    £33500–£34500 yearly
    Full-time
    Failsworth

    We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Takeaway Manager to oversee daily operations of our takeaway service. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid background in food preparation and hospitality, and the ability to manage a team efficiently. This role involves ensuring high standards of food safety, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. The Takeaway Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining the smooth running of the outlet, supervising staff, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. Responsibilities • Oversee daily takeaway operations, ensuring timely and efficient food production and delivery, • Supervise and motivate team members, including cooks, servers, and support staff, • Ensure all food preparation and cooking meet established quality standards and food safety regulations, • Manage stock levels, order supplies, and ensure proper storage of ingredients, • Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and service areas, • Implement training programmes for staff to uphold service standards and health & safety protocols, • Handle customer enquiries, complaints, and feedback professionally to enhance customer satisfaction, • Monitor staff performance and provide coaching or disciplinary actions as necessary, • Assist in menu planning and development to optimise sales opportunities Skills • Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, or kitchen management within a restaurant or hospitality environment, • Supervising experience with strong team management capabilities, • Knowledge of food safety standards and procedures, • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team under pressure, • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in food production and service processes, • Good communication skills to liaise effectively with staff and customers, • Experience in hospitality or hotel settings is advantageous, • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Previous experience in serving or barista roles is beneficial but not essential This position offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic professional eager to lead a dedicated team while delivering outstanding takeaway services. We welcome applicants with relevant culinary or hospitality backgrounds who are committed to excellence.

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  • Head Bartender
    Head Bartender
    1 day ago
    £16.46 yearly
    Full-time
    Manchester

    Job Ref: PER1554 Branch: Tattu Manchester Location: Tattu Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £16.46 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 30 Posted date: 14/08/2026 Closing date: 25/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • You will be a natural leader of people who can inspire a team and bring out individual potential., • Inspire your team to deliver the owners vision, to bring a unique and immersive drinking experience to our guests., • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of cocktails and beverages and understanding customers specific needs to deliver a unique experience., • Keeps abreast of newest trends and innovations in cocktails and beverages., • Show your experience and capability for managing high volume operations and busy service periods., • Driving a team to greatness through exciting, innovative and engaging training ., • Willingness to share your knowledge with junior members of the team so they are continually learning and developing. Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration Tattu Manchester, our first Chinese restaurant, has been passionately designed to take you on a sensory journey from East to West. The concept is visually inspired by body art and its travels from its origins in the East, across the oceans through trade, to find its place in today's modern world. The cherry blossom is a symbol of good luck and life, whilst our anchors represent the home where our brand was born.

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