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Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 27 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Reception Supervisor! YOUR MISSION: • You will be part of a BIG MAMMA floor team!, • You will be the perfect example of a Big Mamma brand ambassador by giving a warm, welcoming and professional first impression to each and every guest., • You will lead the host team, ensuring that all standards are maintained, bookings are maximised and that issues and complaints are resolved or escalated as needed., • You will master our bookings system, Sevenrooms, and ensure every booking and enquiry is managed., • You will be a good problem solver, responding appropriately when bookings don't always go to plan., • You will onboard and train the host team and assist the floor managers with the rota scheduling., • You will respect health and safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation across the floor., • You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day!, • You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: • Big Smile and passion for Italian food!, • Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit, • Excellent customer service, leadership and communication skills, • Comprehensive knowledge of the floor operations, • Previous experience as a head host/hostess or reception supervisor, • Previous experience and knowledge of Sevenrooms, • Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: • Permanent, full-time position, • £18.21 per hour + Tronc Point, • 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off, • Tasty staff food served family style, • 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants, • £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend, • Employee of the Month award, • Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support, • Wagestream: Financial Well-Being platform that allows you to access your wages between paydays, • Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma

The Whippet Inn is currently looking for an experienced FOH Team Members to join the team In Kensal Rise NW10 3JJ Are you able to work on the floor looking after our guests and delivering an exceptional service? If you are passionate about hospitality, have excellent communication skills and you thrive in a fast-paced environment then get in touch! You Are: Passionate about providing outstanding service A quick learner who can use your own initiative Happy working in a high-intensity venue but with a fun-loving team Aiming to grow and develop within a fantastic, award-winning company Looking to progress to the next level and build your career in a rapidly expanding and versatile business We offer: £12.21 per hour incl Tronc Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings 30% discount on the total bill at our Pubs, bars and restaurant 10% off Gym membership Free local Gym Membership 30% off grooming and hair salons Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Who We Are: Part of the award-winning Urban Pubs & Bars (Publican Awards Best Managed Pubs 1-50), a fast-growing independent hospitality group with an incredible and diverse range of pubs, bars and restaurants all with their own individual identity.

We’re hiring a Venue Manager to help bring The Purple Owl to life — a café-art hub that morphs into a social, creative evening destination. You’ll run operations, host events, grow our presence, and help us soar from day one. You are: Experienced in café / bar / venue management Passionate about art, creative community & storytelling Social media & growth minded Hands-on, adaptable, calm under pressure Wandsworth, London | Full time | Opening November 2025 Ready to help us launch our wings? Apply now!

About the job MEETING & EVENTS MANAGER We need an exceptional and passionate Meeting & Events Manager to join our team in London. If you are motivated, organised, a people person through and through and have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. Help us to create an unforgettable experience. Be a part of Europe’s fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle & hospitality brand. WHO ARE WE Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're an accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wants a pretty awesome Meeting & Events Manager for Generator. Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart. BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life. ABOUT GENERATOR LONDON Generator London is a short stroll from Covent Garden, Regents Park and the British Museum. When crafting this hostel we redesigned this old police station to reflect the city’s street life. Local reclaimed timber, exposed brickwork and hot-rolled black steel give the hostel an industrial feel. Bold graphics, vibrant patterns and famous British cultural icons combine to capture London's cosmopolitan vibe. Make sure you catch the classic red bus that’s parked next to our bar’s dance floor every night. Don’t be late, London’s calling. NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB -To play a senior role within the hotel commercial team to develop and drive revenue strategies across all revenue streams, optimising all available space through all distribution channels -Management of the Shuffleboard bookings, Meetings & Events operation, ensuring delivery of exceptional guest service -Work with GM/HQ to evolve and expand the events offering to both internal and external guests ensuring all efforts are on-brand and revenue driving -Be responsible for leading, developing and implementing a regular programme of creative, revenue-driving events and initiatives within the hostel -Plan events from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives -Ensure all costs are controlled without compromising standards and service delivery -Take ownership of the events and initiatives to ensure that we create a truly unique Generator experience -Identify and work with local and international brands on event-led local marketing campaigns -Drive the private hire proposition and look to monetise social spaces within the property -Make sure that insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are followed -Produce post-event evaluation to inform future events Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description. WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA -Have the ability to generate reports, write briefs and carry out various admin tasks -Be a team player with strong leadership skills -Customer-service orientation -Excellent organisational skills -Stay calm when the pressure hits YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE -Proven experience as Meeting & Events Manager -Previous project management experience OUR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS • Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation, • Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn up to £1,000 for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made, • Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees, • Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double pay for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback, • Employer funded life assurance at two times base salary to cover death in service lump sum payments, • Employer funded income protection to cover 50% of base salary to cover prolonged absence from work due to incapacity, • 2 free nights’ accommodation across any hostels (subject to availability), • Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in 15 locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted), • Social events and celebrations calendar, • Various employee recognition schemes, • Online learning tools SO YOU THINK THIS MIGHT BE YOU? That's cool. Send us your application in English. Here you may well find the answers to life, the universe and everything, including why there are no penguins at the North Pole. We look forward to hearing from you. Join Us and help us achieve our Vision! Required skills: Fast-Paced Experience Discussed at venue Department: Event Language required: English. The company Voted by Fast Company as one of the top 50 Most Innovative Global Companies, Generator provides unique, experience and design-led accommodation options located in 14 destinations across Europe & the U.S. Pioneers of affordable luxury and masters of the social experience, Generator’s properties include a range of room types from shared to private bedrooms, chill-out areas, bars, cafes and a variety of spaces available for private hire.

The Role We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Event Manager to oversee the planning, logistics, and delivery of world-class events and tours that combine luxury, purpose, and impact. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail, a passion for storytelling through experiences, and the ability to cultivate strong relationships with sponsors, partners, and participants. The ideal candidate is both creative and operational — someone who can bring a brand vision to life through seamless execution and engaging guest experiences. Key Responsibilities 1. Event Planning & Logistics • Lead end-to-end event production, from concept and pre-production to execution and post-event reporting., • Manage logistics including venue sourcing, travel coordination, accommodations, catering, permits, and transportation., • Oversee event budgets, timelines, and production schedules, ensuring all deadlines and financial targets are met., • Liaise with suppliers, production teams, and local authorities to ensure smooth operations., • Implement detailed event itineraries and manage on-site teams during live events or tours.

Live in option available! We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to help lead our vibrant and high-energy venue. In collaboration with the General Manager, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring exceptional service, robust financial performance, and a motivated team. Responsibilities include helping to managing all aspects of the venue to ensure smooth operations, driving sales, managing costs, and achieving profit targets. You will lead, train, and motivate the team to provide excellent service, maintain high standards in food, drinks, and customer experience, and report key financials and KPIs to the owners and management. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with licensing and health & safety regulations, recruit and retain high-performing staff, and plan promotional activities to boost revenue. About You: You should have proven experience as an assistant manager in a fast-paced hospitality venue, strong leadership skills with a track record of increasing sales and enhancing team performance. You should be passionate about great food, drinks, and delivering outstanding service, confident in managing rotas, stock, and budgets, and able to remain calm under pressure while focusing on solutions.

Fresh Pizza and fresh pasta - MODERN concept offering POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY BRAND NEW KITCHEN/BAR/DINING SPACE £32,500-36,500 per annum restaurant on one floor 40 hours a week 2 days off 65 cover venue Relaxed and chilled dining setting family friendly/children friendly/dog friendly venue responsibilities: customer focused team oriented individual to achieve the goals of the business cash handling maintenance standards for service Deliveries and ordering for drink stock casual, relaxed all day dining brand new refurbishment and fully renovated venue an opportunity to join a long standing hospitality group with a proven track record for training and development

Looking for, self-drive individuals with experience on working on busy environments. Are you able to provide customers with great service and with a smile on your face? Are you able to train others? Are you looking for to grow up on the industry? If you can answer yes to this three questions we want to speak to you. As an assistant manager at Caffe Concerto, you’ll need to keep your eyes on everything. As well as helping the general manager with strategic planning and targets, you’ll get to flex your management muscle across the floor, Kitchen and bar teams, mentoring, motivating and inspiring them to deliver the best Caffe Concerto guest experience possible. In return, our assistant managers will receive an industry-leading pay package, incredible opportunity for career progression and the training to make sure you succeed. Plus you’ll also get access to an impressive array of benefits. Benefits of working with us: -50% staff discounts in all our venues even on your days off -Extra service charge -Flexible weekly time table. -Annual holidays of 4 weeks. -Learning and development opportunities. -Free meals during working hours. Requirements: -Positive attitude and experience is required. -Must have the stamina to work full time be flexible and do long shifts. -Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. -Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register or POS system.

Fresh Pizza and fresh pasta - MODERN concept offering POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY BRAND NEW KITCHEN/BAR/DINING SPACE £35,000-£39,000 per annum restaurant on one floor 40 hours a week 2 days off 65 cover venue Relaxed and chilled dining setting family friendly/children friendly/dog friendly venue responsibilities: customer focused team oriented individual to achieve the goals of the business cash handling maintenance standards for service Deliveries and ordering for drink stock casual, relaxed all day dining brand new refurbishment and fully renovated venue an opportunity to join a long standing hospitality group with a proven track record for training and development