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  • Head Therapist
    Head Therapist
    15 hours ago
    £30011 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Salary £30,011 plus tronc Holiday -- 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service. But there's more... • Free meals on duty., • Uniform offered and dry cleaned., • Food and beverage discounts., • Christmas gifts and employee parties., • Introduce a friend scheme., • Cycle 2 work scheme., • UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments., • Taste card., • Life assurance scheme., • Wage stream., • Employee assistance programme., • Arora star employee recognition., • Long service recognition award. About us... Nestled on Greenwich Peninsula, attached to the O2, Intercontinental London O2 embraces a captivating backdrop of the River Thames and Canary Wharf. Our five-star hotel includes 453 bedrooms, a diverse dining selection, spa facilities, state of the art conference and meeting rooms including the UK largest pillar-free ballroom. A bit about what you will do... Head Therapists in our team lead by example and embrace every opportunity to create special moments in our luxurious spa, providing a personal experience that enhances the overall wellbeing and relaxation of our guests. • Offer high quality professional treatments in a serene and relaxing environment., • Effectively pass on product and service knowledge to all therapists., • Ensure exceptional customer service, always considering the wellness needs and concerns of our guests., • Develop, train and coach therapists to maintain our exceptionally high standards., • Assist Spa Manager with monitoring stock levels, ordering products, conducting trade tests and interviewing potential therapists., • Pay attention to budgets and targets to ensure spa's profitability., • Promote spa products and services with complete knowledge and understanding., • Cover reception shifts when required. More about you... • Providing a high-quality service comes naturally to you., • Excellent supervisorial, communication and interpersonal skills., • A smart and professional appearance., • You value being part of a team and supporting your colleagues., • Most of all, you will have an approachable, positive, and proactive manner., • Experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel is a significant advantage., • A recognized beauty qualification, level 3 Beauty or equivalent.

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  • Festival Supervisor
    Festival Supervisor
    6 days ago
    £15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Dome we are proud to be pushing out some of the best street food in London on the Southbank, and at major London and UK Wide Music Festivals. We are: Truffle Burger, Frank's Hot Dogs, Lucky's Hot Chicken, Meraki Greek Wraps, Okko Katsu, Papa Tacco's, and much more. We also work with some much loved street food brands from around the world, who we host at our guest residency series on the Southbank. We have many other projects and events around London alongside our two cult favourite Truffle Burger restaurants in Soho and Marylebone. We're looking for Supervisors to join us at UK Wide Festivals and our Southbank project. Join one of 6 brands or help us host international guest brands. Our Supervisors support the Unit Manager with the day to day running of the unit, making sure menu items look great and taste great, our team are happy and safe and deliver great customer service. Our menus are small, simple and super indulgent. You: • Calm and capable under pressure --- long queues don't faze you., • Quality obsessed --- you keep standards high on the plate and on the floor., • A natural leader --- you support, coach, and get stuck in alongside your team., • Compliance savvy --- you know your way around hygiene, stock rotation, and waste control., • Experienced in quick-service, food retail, restaurants, or festivals., • Looking for growth and a career in street food operations or events., • Love good food, good music, and summery festival vibes., • Available full-time or flexible hours., • Available from Mid-May to September The season will run from mid-May to mid-September, with ideally full-time availability. Availability to work Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday's fairly consistently throughout the Summer is a must! We will keep going through the Autumn and Winter Seasons, with plenty of permanent availability for those who smash the Summer! More good stuff! • Access to incredible festivals and events with opportunities to see some headliners whilst not on shift!, • Fun, friendly, casual and seriously experienced team, • Rota's given way in advance for you to plan your time off throughout the season's, • Really good quality and style uniform provided, • Generous paid breaks, • Free food and drink on shift, • Award Winning Employee Assistance Program to support your health and wellbeing, • Bonus scheme for all team members - whatever your level Truffle Burger was founded in 2018. What began as a simple burger, trading from a van around London, grew into a cult favourite. The business has expanded from pop-ups, festivals, international collaborations and restaurants into a recognised brand with an ever increasing following to become DOME; a diverse portfolio and offering. As we continue to grow our teams, projects, ideas and national and international presence, we stay true to what made Truffle Burger special from day one.

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  • Senior Bartender / Bar Lead – Cocktail Bar (Bayswater) – £18/hr + Tips
    Senior Bartender / Bar Lead – Cocktail Bar (Bayswater) – £18/hr + Tips
    15 days ago
    £17.5–£18.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking a Senior Bartender / Bar Lead to join a busy and vibrant tiki-style cocktail bar in Central London. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, high-energy, late-night venue known for its premium rum-based drinks, particularly Rhum Agricole from the French Caribbean, alongside classic and modern tropical cocktails. We operate late into the night with high guest volumes, especially after nearby venues close. This role offers £18 per hour (including service charge) + additional tips. We are preparing for an early June opening and are looking for individuals to be part of the opening team, with the opportunity to help shape service standards, team culture, and overall bar operations from the start. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee bar service and support team performance during shifts., • Prepare and serve cocktails to a high and consistent standard., • Maintain speed, organisation, and accuracy during busy periods., • Support and guide bartenders and floor staff., • Ensure clear communication across the team at all times., • Engage positively with guests and enhance their experience., • Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and presentation of the bar., • Assist with stock, prep, and closing procedures., • Follow licensing laws and Challenge 25 procedures. Working Environment: • Evening and late-night shifts (from 5pm)., • Closing times: 1am weekdays / 2am weekends., • High-energy, fast-paced service., • Busy late-night trade., • Small, team-focused working environment. Requirements: • Minimum 2+ years experience in a senior bartending role., • Strong knowledge of classic cocktails., • Confident supporting or leading a team during service., • Ability to work quickly and stay organised under pressure., • Strong communication and teamwork skills., • High attention to detail and consistency., • Comfortable working late-night shifts in a busy environment., • Confident spoken English., • Right to work in the UK. What We’re Looking For: • Reliable and professional individuals., • Strong work ethic and positive attitude., • Team players who lead by example., • Passion for cocktails and hospitality., • Ability to maintain quality under pressure. Additional Information: Due to late closing times, applicants should have reliable transport options or be based within a reasonable distance of Central London. Important Application Note: Please only apply if you meet the experience requirements and are comfortable working in a fast-paced late-night environment. Applications without relevant cocktail bartending experience may not be considered.

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  • Handyman
    Handyman
    21 days ago
    £30000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Handyman – Serviced Apartments | Full-time, Permanent | 30k per annum + Benefits Maintain excellence. Solve with skill. Grow with us. Urban Chic, one of London’s most stylish and design-led serviced apartment providers, is seeking a skilled and versatile Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. Our beautifully curated properties are located throughout Central London’s most iconic neighbourhoods, offering our guests a refined boutique experience defined by comfort, character, and seamless functionality. As a Handyman, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our apartments remain both beautiful and fully operational — maintaining fixtures, fittings, and finishes to the highest standard. This is a mobile role, so you’ll be required to travel between properties. A proactive mindset, multi-skilled background, and pride in your craft are essential. At Urban Chic, we’re proud of our progress and ambitions. We’re working hard to become an employer of choice – a place where people feel respected, supported, and proud of the contribution they make each day. What you will receive: • Company van, work phone, and uniform/PPE provided, • 28 days holiday, plus an extra paid day off for your birthday, • Vitality medical insurance, including gym discounts and wellness perks, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) via Health Assured, • Employee rates for family bookings, • Refer-a-friend bonus scheme, • Annual employee recognition awards & long service awards, • Team social events throughout the year Your responsibilities will include: • General Maintenance Duties, • Plumbing Tasks, • Electrical Work, • Carpentry & Assembly, • Tiling & Finishing, • Painting & Decorating, • Kitchen & Bathroom Fitting, • Locks & Fixtures We’re looking for someone who has: • A valid and clean UK driving licence, • At least 3 years’ experience in a general maintenance or multi-trade role, • ECS Card desirable, • A confident, hands-on approach and broad practical skillset, • Experience in hospitality, property, or residential maintenance, • Ability to work independently and use sound judgment, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills Working hours: • 40 hours per week, across five days, • Shifts scheduled between Monday and Sunday (rotational), • Hours vary from 10:00 to 18:00, • Includes a 30-minute paid break We believe in raising standards — for our guests, our properties, and our team. If you’re a practical, reliable, and motivated Handyman ready to join a company that’s growing with purpose and heart, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants invited for an interview must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

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  • Commis Waiter / Waitress
    Commis Waiter / Waitress
    22 days ago
    £13–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Sam’s, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team. Our commitment to excellence in hospitality is matched by our dedication to fostering a supportive workplace where every member of the team can grow and thrive. Founded in 2019 by renowned restaurateur Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker. Our menus celebrate the finest seasonal produce from across the UK, with a focus on Anglo-French cuisine. We pride ourselves on sourcing ingredients from small artisan suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness in every dish. Complementing our food is a carefully curated wine list, handpicked by Sam himself, featuring selections from wineries he has personally visited. Sam's, Genuine Restaurants Group awards: • 2023, Caterer's 11th best place to work in Hospitality in UK!, • Recently nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023., • Recently nominated by the public as the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in 2023, in the Harden's Guide. Role Overview: As a Runner or Commis Waiter at Sam’s, you’ll play a key supporting role on the restaurant floor, making sure service runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll work closely with both the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver dishes promptly, assist with table maintenance, and keep service areas well-stocked and spotless. Fast-paced and physically active, this role is perfect for someone energetic, organised, and eager to learn the flow of a professional hospitality environment. It’s a great first step into a rewarding career in restaurants. Pay: Pay consists of house salary + an average of tronc Benefits: • Team Festivities – We have two big celebrations every year to recognise and reward your hard work, • Friends & Family Perks – Enjoy exclusive discounts across all our venues, • Great Food for You– Free meals provided when you're on shift, • Share the Opportunity – Earn bonuses through our generous referral programme, • Here for You – Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme, • Incredible Discounts- Access to discounts for restaurants, retail, gyms and travel, • Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on bikes and accessories while spreading the cost, • Insider’s Pour – Wines and spirits available for team members at trade price, • Grow with Us – opportunities for progression and development, • Private Healthcare – Access to BUPA health cover after 3 years of service, • Challenge Accepted – Performance and Competition Awards and Bonuses Milestones: • New Starter Celebration- After your first month with us, you’ll be invited to dine at Sam’s Riverside to celebrate, • Anniversary Meal – Celebrate your work anniversary with a complimentary lunch or dinner for two people, every year!, • Loyalty Rewards – Earn extra holiday for every year after your third year You will need: • Bundles of passion and enthusiasm, a true love for our authentic hospitality, • To demonstrate a stable background working in a busy, high end restaurant and/or bar, • Right to Work in the UK, • Credible, positive references from former employers At Sam’s, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued - just as they are. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

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  • Bartender
    Bartender
    26 days ago
    £14.5–£15.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    At Sam’s, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team. Our commitment to excellence in hospitality is matched by our dedication to fostering a supportive workplace where every member of the team can grow and thrive. Founded in 2019 by renowned restaurateur Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker. Our menus celebrate the finest seasonal produce from across the UK, with a focus on Anglo-French cuisine. We pride ourselves on sourcing ingredients from small artisan suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness in every dish. Complementing our food is a carefully curated wine list, handpicked by Sam himself, featuring selections from wineries he has personally visited. Sam's, Genuine Restaurants Group awards: • 2023, Caterer's 11th best place to work in Hospitality in UK!, • Recently nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023., • Recently nominated by the public as the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in 2023, in the Harden's Guide. Role Overview: As a Bartender at Sam’s, you’ll bring energy, charm, and great drinks knowledge to the heart of our bar. You’ll craft classic and signature cocktails, pour beautiful wines, serve the perfect beer, and create a warm, welcoming experience for every guest. Whether behind the bar or supporting the floor team, you’ll deliver service with a smile and keep the atmosphere buzzing. This role is ideal for someone who’s passionate about hospitality, thrives in a busy environment, and takes pride in delivering high-quality drinks with flair. Pay: Pay consists of house salary + an average of tronc Benefits: • Team Festivities – We have two big celebrations every year to recognise and reward your hard work, • Friends & Family Perks – Enjoy exclusive discounts across all our venues, • Great Food for You– Free meals provided when you're on shift, • Share the Opportunity – Earn bonuses through our generous referral programme, • Here for You – Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme, • Incredible Discounts- Access to discounts for restaurants, retail, gyms and travel, • Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on bikes and accessories while spreading the cost, • Insider’s Pour – Wines and spirits available for team members at trade price, • Grow with Us – opportunities for progression and development, • Private Healthcare – Access to BUPA health cover after 3 years of service, • Challenge Accepted – Performance and Competition Awards and Bonuses Milestones: • New Starter Celebration- After your first month with us, you’ll be invited to dine at Sam’s Riverside to celebrate, • Anniversary Meal – Celebrate your work anniversary with a complimentary lunch or dinner for two people, every year!, • Loyalty Rewards – Earn extra holiday for every year after your third year You will need: • Bundles of passion and enthusiasm, a true love for our authentic hospitality, • To demonstrate a stable background working in a busy, high end restaurant and/or bar, • Right to Work in the UK, • Credible, positive references from former employers At Sam’s, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued - just as they are. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    1 month ago
    £18000 yearly
    Part-time
    London

    Reports to: Head Chef (Shankar Gurumurthy) Department: Operations Location: Wood Green, London N22 Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday (full-time) Type: Permanent About Eat Píng Eat Píng is a fast-growing, London-based meal subscription business delivering balanced and nutritious Asian food at scale. We combine authentic flavours with healthier ingredient substitutions and no trade-off between taste and health. We’ve scaled from zero to over 5,500 meals per week within our first year and are building the operational foundations to triple that. This is not a live-service kitchen. We are a food production operation built with systematic, military-grade operational discipline. Every dish follows a standardised recipe bible and plating bible, batch cooked and blast chilled to exacting food safety standards. The Role We’re hiring a Chef de Partie to take ownership of a designated section within our production kitchen. You’ll be responsible for executing your station to the highest standard across our weekly production cycle from prep through to portioning. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in precision, consistency, and speed, and who wants to grow within a fast-scaling food business. Key Responsibilities Production & Execution • Take full ownership of your assigned section across the weekly production cycle: sauce prep (Tuesday), main prep (Wednesday), production (Thursday), portioning and sealing (Friday–Saturday), • Execute batch cooking to recipe bible specifications using commercial kitchen equipment including Rational Bratt Pans, convection ovens, blast chillers, and Robocoupes, • Ensure all food from your section is blast chilled to below 2°C within protocol timeframes and correctly transferred to cold room storage, • Operate your designated station on the 4-station portioning assembly line (carb, protein, vegetable, or sauce/garnish), maintaining speed and accuracy Quality & Consistency • Prepare all dishes to the exact specifications set out in the recipe bible and plating bible as consistency is a non-negotiable, • Monitor dish weights and presentation at your station to ensure adherence to plating standards, • Conduct taste checks on your section’s output and flag any quality concerns to the Head Chef immediately Requirements Essential: • Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up, in a high-volume food production or commercial kitchen environment, • Solid understanding of batch cooking techniques, blast chilling protocols, and cold chain management, • Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certification (HS2) — or willingness to obtain before start date, • Working knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety record-keeping, • Competent operating commercial kitchen equipment (Bratt pans, convection ovens, blast chillers, Robocoupes), • Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain high standards under pressure across long production days, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, scaling startup environment where discipline and output matter, • Right to work in the UK Desirable: • Experience with Asian cuisine, particularly South East Asian, Chinese, Korean, or Japanese cooking techniques and flavour profiles, • Background in meal prep, subscription food, or FMCG food production, • Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene certification Our Culture Eat Píng operates by four core standards. These aren’t aspirational — they’re how we work every day: • Aggressive Intensity — We are here to win. We expect high performers who consistently bring their A-game., • Ruthless Efficiency — Every effort must drive meaningful results. We focus on what matters most and execute relentlessly., • Cross Collaboration — No role operates in isolation. Kitchen, operations, growth, and tech work together with shared responsibility., • Creative Discipline — Punctuality, professionalism, and respect are mandatory. At the same time, if you believe a process can be improved, we want to hear it.

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  • Business Development Manager
    Business Development Manager
    2 months ago
    £55000–£60000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Role Overview J & S Business Consultant Limited is a UK-based business consultancy specialising in supporting overseas enterprises, particularly Chinese-owned companies, to establish and operate compliant businesses in the United Kingdom. The company provides integrated services including UK market entry support, company incorporation, business advisory, bookkeeping and management accounting support, VAT compliance coordination, and liaison with professional advisers such as accountants, audit firms and solicitors. As the company continues to expand its client portfolio and strengthen its position within the UK market-entry and cross-border consultancy sector, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Business Development Manager to support the company’s business growth and client acquisition strategy. The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, developing client relationships, expanding referral networks, and promoting the company’s consulting and compliance support services to overseas enterprises. The role will involve working closely with the Director and internal team to develop market expansion strategies, strengthen relationships with Chinese and international business clients, and support the continued growth of the company’s bilingual consultancy services. As the company primarily serves Chinese SMEs entering the UK market, the role requires strong cross-border communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in both English and Mandarin business environments. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement business development strategies to promote the company’s consultancy and market-entry services to overseas enterprises. Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships and referral channels within the UK and Chinese business communities. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients, professional partners and other stakeholders. Promote the company’s services, including business strategy support, UK company formation assistance, financial and operational consulting, and compliance coordination. Conduct market research to identify industry trends, client needs and new commercial opportunities. Support the preparation of business proposals, service presentations, marketing materials and client communications in both English and Chinese. Work closely with the Director to expand the company’s client base and strengthen long-term commercial partnerships. Liaise with external professional partners, including law firms, accountants and other service providers, to support integrated client solutions. Attend networking events, business meetings and promotional activities to enhance the company’s market visibility and generate leads. Maintain accurate records of business development activities, client engagement progress and pipeline opportunities. Contribute to the company’s broader growth strategy by identifying ways to improve service positioning, market reach and client retention. Recruitment Requirements At least five years of experience in business development, sales, client relationship management or commercial partnerships. Experience in the professional services, consultancy, international business, cross-border trade or related sectors would be advantageous. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify and develop new business opportunities. Experience in client communication, partnership development and lead generation. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and contribute to strategic business growth. Good English communication skills are required. Mandarin Chinese language skills are required, as the role involves communicating with Chinese-speaking business clients and supporting cross-border commercial relationships. Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain professional relationships with clients and external partners. A proactive, results-driven and professional approach to business development.

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