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Description We are recruiting for a Duty Manager for our new Paddington opening! Market Halls is revolutionizing the British food hall scene, breathing new life into iconic landmarks since 2018. Our vision? To transform these spaces into vibrant community hubs, offering a diverse array of dining, drinking, and event experiences. From independent restaurants and food vendors to premium bars and live entertainment, we're committed to delivering top-notch experiences for our guests. This year has marked a significant milestone for us, with both our year-on-year revenue growth and a huge surge of new guests walking through our doors. We even garnered attention on popular shows like The Apprentice and MasterChef. But our journey is far from over – this year, we're gearing up for our new flagship venue in central London, expand to new locations beyond the capital, and introduce exciting new experiences to some of our venues. Join us at the forefront of innovation and growth as we continue to redefine the hospitality landscape! Currently, we have three iconic locations in Oxford Street's West End, Victoria, and Canary Wharf, with new openings both inside and outside of London in the next couple of years. As our new duty manager, you will receive: A competitive salary of £35,000 per year, plus quarterly bonuses. A rota that balances openings and closes that never supersedes 45 hours a week. Access to offers such as exclusive discounts for gyms, retailers, and other restaurants, along with a 24/7 confidential mental health support hotline. A 25% discount on ALL MH trade stands, allowing you to enjoy a meal or drink with your loved ones. A comprehensive training and development program tailored to each employee, including coaching, mentoring, workshops, and project involvement. Plus, standard benefits such as 28 days of paid holiday (including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day), with an additional paid day off for your birthday. As our new duty manager, you will be delivering exceptional guest service to all visitors, using your previous experience as a assistant manager/duty manager to be the leader on the floor, drive sales, create exceptional standards and foster fantastic relations with our food traders and team. We adhere to our core values: We are Passionate, We are Entrepreneurial, We are Adaptable, and most importantly we are Kind. We are always reaching for the P.E.A.K Market Halls is equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Upper Place is seeking a highly experienced and motivated General Manager to join our team at the new Street Food Market in North London. The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the market's operations, including managing the budget, formulating policies, coordinating business activities, supervising staff, managing costs, ensuring excellent customer service, improving administration processes, engaging with vendors, hiring and training employees, identifying business opportunities, and monitoring financial activities. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement policies and procedures that ensure the smooth running of the Street Food Market. - Allocate budget resources effectively and manage operational costs to ensure financial targets are met. - Monitor financial activities, prepare financial reports, and make recommendations to the Managing Director. - Hire and train employees, set performance targets, and motivate staff to achieve their goals. - Provide excellent customer service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. - Engage with vendors, build relationships, and identify new business opportunities. - Improve administration processes to ensure the efficient and effective running of the market. Requirements: - To comply with regulations regarding alcohol handling, the applicant must meet the legal age requirement. - Previous experience in a General Manager or similar role in the food industry. - Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with a diverse range of people. - Sound financial acumen and the ability to manage budgets and costs effectively. - Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays. - Preferably, candidates should hold a personal alcohol license. If you have a passion for food, a strong business acumen, and the ability to lead and manage a team effectively, we would love to hear from you.

The Counter Soho is searching for a Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team. Located on Kingly Street, just a stone's throw from the lively Carnaby Street, Chef Demirasal serves up a tantalising mix of Aegean flavours from Greece and Turkey, inspired by his Izmir roots, with a dash of Mediterranean and Levantine flair. ** Key Responsibilities** - Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of servers, hosts, bartenders, and kitchen staff to deliver exceptional service and achieve performance targets. - Ensure that every guest receives a memorable dining experience characterised by attentive service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Address guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints promptly and courteously. - Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, including opening and closing procedures, staff scheduling, inventory management, and cleanliness standards. Implement efficient systems and processes to streamline operations and enhance productivity. - Develop and implement strategies to drive sales, increase revenue, and attract new customers. Collaborate with the marketing team to execute promotional activities, special events, and social media campaigns to promote the restaurant. - Monitor sales performance, analyse financial reports, and manage budgets to optimise profitability. Control costs and expenses while maintaining high-quality standards and maximising revenue opportunities. - Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of staff members. Foster a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and professional growth. - Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and licensing requirements. Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the restaurant. - Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and service providers. Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve common goals and objectives. - Previous experience in a managerial role within the hospitality industry, preferably in a restaurant setting. - Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards, including food safety and licensing laws. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. ** You have** - Previous managerial experience in a chef-lead restaurant is a BONUS - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team. - Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests and colleagues. - Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving operational excellence. - Sound financial acumen and experience in budget management and financial analysis. - Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance standards. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. ** Benefits** - Hospitality Rewards - WPA medical cash health plan - Free lunch - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. - Employee discounts and perks across portfolio companies - Supportive and collaborative work environment.

The Pachamama family is proudly delivering an exceptional guest experience at the venues in central London. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. As an experienced Head of Maintenance , we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant restaurant environment as we are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Head of Maintenance to oversee and enhance the maintenance operations of our facilities and equipment, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and efficiency.We hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing inspiring hospitality concepts to the London restaurant scene and across the globe. Our philosophy is to do it our way and make the impossible possible. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement maintenance policies, procedures, and standards. - Create and manage the maintenance department budget, including forecasting expenses and tracking expenditures. - Oversee the maintenance and repair of all machinery, equipment, and facilities. - Ensure that all maintenance work is carried out in a timely and efficient manner. - Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program to minimise downtime. - Address any potential safety hazards or regulatory compliance issues immediately. - Develop long-term maintenance strategies to support the company's operational goals. - Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, including negotiating contracts and ensuring work meets quality standards. - Oversee the procurement of maintenance supplies, equipment, and services. - Ensure documentation is up-to-date and accessible for audits and inspections. - Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance performance, including key metrics such as downtime, cost, and efficiency. - Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure the maintenance department remains efficient and effective. For the Head of Maintenancerole, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: - Attractive annual salary based on your skills and experience. - Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate. - Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees. - Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants. - Hospitality Rewards scheme for discounts on retails, gyms, eating out, cinema etc. - 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: - A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork. - Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). - Salary paid monthly -- on the last Friday of each month. - Emergency advance payments available in exceptional circumstances. If this sounds of interest to you,** please apply**. Join the family and grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting as we are planning great openings in the near future.

Job Title: Arabic-Speaking Administrative Assistant Location: Paddington Job Type: Full-time Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Arabic-speaking Administrative Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Arabic and English, with excellent communication and administrative skills to support daily office operations. This role involves managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and assisting with various administrative tasks. Responsibilities: • Provide administrative support, including answering calls, handling emails, and managing correspondence in Arabic and English. • Organize and schedule meetings, appointments, and events. • Translate documents and communications as needed between Arabic and English. • Prepare and format reports, presentations, and documents. • Manage office supplies and handle general office upkeep. • Maintain and update filing systems, records, and databases. • Liaise with internal departments and external clients or vendors. • Assist with other administrative duties as assigned. Requirements: • Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken). • Proven experience in an administrative or assistant role. • Strong organizational and multitasking skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general computer skills. • Excellent communication skills with attention to detail. • Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. • [Add any specific industry knowledge, if relevant]. Preferred Qualifications: • Prior experience in an international or bilingual work environment. • Experience with office management tools or software (e.g., Google Workspace, CRM systems). • Flexibility to handle a dynamic workload and work effectively under pressure. Benefits: very competitive This role would be ideal for someone organized, bilingual, and experienced in providing high-quality administrative support in Arabic and English. Salary very competitive

Pique is one of London’s leading caterers with a production kitchen in Earlsfield and a popular café in Battersea 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. We are seeking a talented and creative Catering Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes tailored to the specific needs of our clients' events, such as, corporate deliveries, parties, location shoots and other special occasions. The Catering Chef will work closely with the event team to ensure flawless execution, from menu planning to ensuring timely departure of catering deliveries. Menu Development: Create and customize menus based on client preferences, dietary restrictions, event themes, and seasonal ingredients. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all food handling and preparation meets health and safety regulations, including allergen management and safe transportation of food. Adaptability: Be flexible to accommodate last-minute menu changes, special requests, or event adjustments. Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Catering Chef, Executive Chef, or in a similar role. Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred. Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, flavors, and food presentation. Experience with menu planning and creating dishes for large-scale events. Excellent leadership and organisational skills to manage teams and ensure smooth execution. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices. Exceptional attention to detail and creativity. Strong communication skills to liaise with clients, vendors, and event staff.

A fantastic opportunity to join a fast growing independent Estate Agency in East London. The Office Administrator/ Social Media will work closely with the sales team to ensure that the office is running smoothly and efficiently. This position will also be responsible for assisting with various administrative tasks, helping with inbound phone calls and looking after the company social media accounts. Day To Day Duties - - Carrying out Property Ownership checks - Dealing with sales memorandums - Uploading photos to property portals and sending them to vendors for approval - Typing up property descriptions - Providing general office support to the team - Some HR documentation support - Ordering for sale/to let boards - *Arranging EPC if needed - *Sending terms of business & uploading completed documents - *Ordering office supplies - *Assisting with inbound phone calls - *Registering sales applicants - *Chasing outstanding invoices for accounts - *Managing Social Media posts

Overview The Counter Soho is searching for a Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team. Located on Kingly Street, just a stone's throw from the lively Carnaby Street, Chef Demirasal serves up a tantalising mix of Aegean flavours from Greece and Turkey, inspired by his Izmir roots, with a dash of Mediterranean and Levantine flair. Key Responsibilities - Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of servers, hosts, bartenders, and kitchen staff to deliver exceptional service and achieve performance targets. - Ensure that every guest receives a memorable dining experience characterised by attentive service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Address guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints promptly and courteously. - Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, including opening and closing procedures, staff scheduling, inventory management, and cleanliness standards. Implement efficient systems and processes to streamline operations and enhance productivity. - Develop and implement strategies to drive sales, increase revenue, and attract new customers. Collaborate with the marketing team to execute promotional activities, special events, and social media campaigns to promote the restaurant. - Monitor sales performance, analyse financial reports, and manage budgets to optimise profitability. Control costs and expenses while maintaining high-quality standards and maximising revenue opportunities. - Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of staff members. Foster a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and professional growth. - Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and licensing requirements. Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the restaurant. - Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and service providers. Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve common goals and objectives. - Previous experience in a managerial role within the hospitality industry, preferably in a restaurant setting. - Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards, including food safety and licensing laws. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. You have Previous managerial experience in a chef-lead restaurant is a MUST - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team. - Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests and colleagues. - Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving operational excellence. - Sound financial acumen and experience in budget management and financial analysis. - Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance standards. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits - Hospitality Rewards - WPA medical cash health plan - Free lunch - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. - Employee discounts and perks across portfolio companies - Supportive and collaborative work environment.

R - PT The Upper Place is currently seeking enthusiastic Team Member to join our team at our new food market in North London. The team member will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and ensuring the smooth operation of the market. Key Responsibilities: - Engage with a diverse clientele, vendors, and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner. Providing exceptional customer service is a priority. - Support the Site Manager and Assistant Site Manager in the day-to-day operations of the market. This includes contributing to the overall functioning of the market space. - Ensure that all policies and procedures established by the Site Manager are followed diligently by both traders and other team members from "The Upper Place." - Adhere to stringent sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and overall maintenance throughout the market site. - This is essential to maintain a safe and hygienic environment. - Collaborate with fellow team members to uphold the cleanliness of the market area. This includes tasks like managing waste to ensure a tidy and appealing market space. - Assist in various duties as required. The role may involve adapting to different tasks and responsibilities to support the dynamic needs of "The Upper Place." Requirements: - To comply with regulations regarding alcohol handling, the applicant must meet the legal age requirement. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people, including colleagues and members of the public. - Strong organizational and team working skills. - ** Previous experience in a similar role is welcome. ** If you are passionate about food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to providing outstanding customer service, then we would love to hear from you.

Job Title: Bookkeeper/ Office Manager for Restaurant Business Location: Kings Cross, London Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Holidays: 25 days of paid leave per year Job Overview: We are seeking a bookkeeper/ office manager to help manage the financial records and reporting for our three restaurant locations, all within proximity. This crucial role supports the financial health and operational efficiency of each restaurant, requiring strong accounting expertise and the ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously. Key Responsibilities: Bookkeeping: • Maintain accurate financial records for all three restaurants, including daily sales, expenses, and payroll. • Manage accounts payable and receivable, processing invoices, vendor payments, and monitoring cash flow. • Regularly reconcile bank accounts and credit card transactions for each location. • Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports, such as profit and loss statements and balance sheets. • Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including sales tax and payroll tax filings. • Oversee staff rota management and payroll, ensuring accurate wage calculations and timely payments. • Track and report on inventory costs, food and beverage expenses, and other operational expenditures. • Collaborate with restaurant managers and team leaders to improve financial processes and cost control. • Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to secure the best pricing. • Respond promptly to email queries and manage communications in the inboxes. • Office Management: • Oversee and support all administrative functions, ensuring the smooth operation of the office. • Organize and schedule meetings, appointments, and office activities. • Coordinate maintenance, repair, and upgrade of office facilities. • Provide administrative support to senior management and other departments as required. • Serve as the point of contact for employees on office matters, including facilities, equipment, and other resources. • Assist with onboarding of new employees, including organizing workspace, supplies, and IT setup. • Assist with any additional tasks or requests as assigned by your line manager. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a bookkeeper, ideally within the restaurant or hospitality sector. • Experience with Xero Accounting Software: • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance. • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Excel. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage the finances of multiple locations. • High attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities. • Familiarity with payroll processes, sales tax, and general restaurant operations is an advantage. Benefits: • Competitive salary • 25 days of paid holiday annually • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment How to Apply: If you’re interested in joining our team, please send us your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!