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Job Ref: PER1507 Branch: Fenix Manchester Location: Fenix Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: Up to £15.96 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Part Time Posted date: 10/08/2026 Closing date: 21/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Demonstrate your passion for customer service to deliver a warm welcome and unique and special experience to guests., • Support your team to create a positive and infectious energy that excites guests before, during and at the end of their Tattu experience so that they leave with a smile., • Demonstrate your determination to deliver impeccable service with an eye for detail – picking up on the little things that will make guests feel special., • Use your personable skills to respond to different situations and different customer requirements., • Demonstrate a desire to go further in your career and learn new skills. 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 Fenix is a modern, luxury, and captivating restaurant brand that connects with guests by taking them on a unique customer journey. Leading the way in brand identity, over the past four years we have built an international following through our dramatic interiors, specialist cuisine, and young, fresh service style

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group, the brainchild of Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 10 years we have opened the doors of 36 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Italy, Belgium and Ireland), the United Arab Emirates (Dubai) and Mexico (Mexico City). Our mission? To share the special ambience of the most beautiful places of Italian tradition, creating unique moments of sharing with our customers. Take the lead with La Squadra as JUNIOR SOUS CHEF in Manchester 🇬🇧 For Circolo Popolare , our restaurant in Manchester (No 1, St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row), we are looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef who will become the leader and Chef of tomorrow. Your main tasks: FROM CREATION TO PLATE EXECUTION • Participate in the menu change process alongside the Executive Chefs, contributing to a unique culinary experience., • Speed and precision at the pass will be your hallmark., • Ensure every dish is perfect, adhering to the Group's recipes and standards. OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY • You are the Chef's right hand, ensuring everything is impeccable: compliance with hygiene standards, a well-organized team, and checks always aligned with objectives., • Manage Food Costs like a true leader: zero waste, flawless inventories, and always on-time orders., • Plan, organize, and lead the brigade with energy and precision. SUCCESS IS BUILT ON TEAMWORK • Train and support your team daily, sharing passion and professionalism., • Build your Squad: your leadership creates harmony and makes the workplace stimulating and positive. Our offer: • Highly competitive salary, • Full time role, • 2 consecutive days off per week, • 28 days paid holiday per year, • Pension scheme, • Permanent contract, • Meal on shift: we serve the staff meal before the lunch and dinner shift, • Employee discount: discount on food and drink at our restaurants for you and up to 3 of your friends, • Continuous trainings, team buildings and career opportunities: we offer a training path and concrete career opportunities., • Geographical mobility in UK & Europe across all our venues, • And much mooore! START DATE: asap BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #joinbigmammauki

Job Ref: PER1478 Branch: Fenix Manchester Location: Fenix Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: Up to £12.35 - £14.21 Contract type: Permanent Hours: Part Time Shift pattern: Flexible Hours per week: 16-20 Posted date: 02/08/2026 Closing date: 13/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Demonstrate your passion for customer service to deliver a unique and special experience to guests., • Support your team to create a positive working environment and to be the best team that we can be., • Great attention to detail, taking pride and always working to the best of your ability., • Support the bar team to deliver the best service for our guests., • Demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift., • Willingness to learn new skills and continuously improve. 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 Fenix is a modern, luxury, and captivating restaurant brand that connects with guests by taking them on a unique customer journey. Leading the way in brand identity, over the past four years we have built an international following through our dramatic interiors, specialist cuisine, and young, fresh service style

Manage the overall daily operations of the restaurant to ensure smooth and efficient service. Lead and supervise team members to maintain high standards of customer service and operational performance. Monitor food quality, presentation, and service standards to ensure customer satisfaction. Coordinate with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure timely service, quality control, and effective communication. Monitor stock levels, oversee ordering, and manage supplier relationships to ensure adequate inventory. Control operating costs, minimise waste, and maximise profitability through effective resource management. Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and licensing legislation.

Job Ref: PER1474 Branch: Louis Manchester Location: Louis Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: Up to £16.46 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Flexi-Part Time Hours: Full Time Posted date: 29/07/2026 Closing date: 22/08/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Demonstrate your passion for customer service to deliver a unique and special experience to guests., • Support your team to create a positive working environment and to be the best team that we can be., • Use your personable skills to respond to different situations and different customer requirements., • Show your experience and ability to manage large sections of guests during busy periods to deliver an impeccable level of service and attention to detail., • Demonstrate a desire to go further in your career and learn new skills., • All servers will begin their journey on a training rate tronc, once training has been successfully completed the tronc rate will be increased. 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 Louis pays homage to the timeless allure of New York's classic restaurants, reminiscent of scenes straight from the silver screen. Here, guests are embraced into the warmth of intimate booths, enveloped by the aroma of exceptional cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails. Against this backdrop, live performances set the stage for an enchanting evening, making every visit an unforgettable journey.

Job Ref: PER1473 Branch: Louis Manchester Location: Louis Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £16.96 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Flexi-Part Time Hours: Full Time Posted date: 28/07/2026 Closing date: 28/08/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Support your team during busy services to create positive energy and a productive environment., • Show versatility with your skills and experience working in all sections of professional kitchens., • Ability to remain calm during pressurised services., • Demonstrate experienced knife skills and impeccable attention to detail., • Show determination to deliver the best product and demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift to inspire those around you., • Demonstrate a desire to push culinary boundaries and learn new skills and techniques to deliver new and unique dishes . 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 Louis pays homage to the timeless allure of New York's classic restaurants, reminiscent of scenes straight from the silver screen. Here, guests are embraced into the warmth of intimate booths, enveloped by the aroma of exceptional cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails. Against this backdrop, live performances set the stage for an enchanting evening, making every visit an unforgettable journey.

Job Ref: PER1472 Branch: Louis Manchester Location: Louis Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £14.71 Per Hour OTE Contract type: Flexi-Part Time Hours: Full Time Posted date: 28/07/2026 Closing date: 28/08/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • You will be committed to maintaining the highest cleanliness standards within our kitchen., • Great attention to detail, taking pride and always working to the best of your ability., • Support the chefs in the preparation of food to deliver the best service for our guests., • Demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift., • Willingness to learn new skills and continuously improve. 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 Louis pays homage to the timeless allure of New York's classic restaurants, reminiscent of scenes straight from the silver screen. Here, guests are embraced into the warmth of intimate booths, enveloped by the aroma of exceptional cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails. Against this backdrop, live performances set the stage for an enchanting evening, making every visit an unforgettable journey.

Job Ref: PER1471 Branch: Fenix Manchester Location: Fenix Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £43,500 OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 45 Posted date: 28/07/2026 Closing date: 08/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • You will be a natural leader of people who can inspire a team and bring out individual potential, an ambassador of the brand; you will need to be calm and collected when managing your team., • Show your experience and capability for managing high volume operations and busy service periods., • Inspire your team to deliver the owners' vision, to bring a unique and immersive dining experience to our guests., • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of food and beverage and understanding customers specific needs to deliver a unique experience., • Keeps abreast of newest trends and innovations in the hospitality industry., • Inspire the team to deliver impeccable service with unwavering attention to detail for our guests., • Driving a team to greatness through exciting, innovative and engaging training., • Show your passion for learning and developing new skills, and encouraging others to help them grow. 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 Fenix is a modern, luxury, and captivating restaurant brand that connects with guests by taking them on a unique customer journey. Leading the way in brand identity, over the past four years we have built an international following through our dramatic interiors, specialist cuisine, and young, fresh service style

Job Ref: PER1455 Branch: Fenix Manchester Location: Fenix Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £47,500 Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 45 Posted date: 22/07/2026 Closing date: 02/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Be a visible, energetic leader to your team creating positive energy and a productive environment., • Show your experience and capability for managing high volume operations., • Inspire your team to deliver the owners' vision, to bring a unique and immersive dining experience to our guests., • Focused on our guests experience excelling all expectations., • A charismatic and confident communicator with your management team and the wider restaurant team., • Demonstrate a desire to push boundaries, learn new skills and contribute to the business' evolution., • Demonstrate a deep-rooted understanding of our business. Use this knowledge to constantly strive for ways to improve our brand., • Keeps abreast of newest trends and innovations in the hospitality industry, • Provide the team with a platform to develop personally and professionally. 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 Fenix is a modern, luxury, and captivating restaurant brand that connects with guests by taking them on a unique customer journey. Leading the way in brand identity, over the past four years we have built an international following through our dramatic interiors, specialist cuisine, and young, fresh service style

Job Ref: PER1561 Branch: Louis Manchester Location: Louis Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: up to £15.96 Contract type: Flexi-Part Time Hours: Full Time Posted date: 17/08/2026 Closing date: 17/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Demonstrate your passion for customer service to deliver a warm welcome and unique and special experience to guests., • Support your team to create a positive and infectious energy that excites guests., • Use your personable skills to respond to different situations and different customer requirements., • Demonstrate a genuine passion for cocktails and beverages and a desire to continue to develop your knowledge., • Share your knowledge of our cocktails and drinks menu to create a unique and immersive drinking experience for our guests., • Deliver impeccable attention to detail for drinks preparation and presentation., • All bartenders will begin their journey on a training rate tronc, once training has been successfully completed the tronc rate will be increased. 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 Louis pays homage to the timeless allure of New York's classic restaurants, reminiscent of scenes straight from the silver screen. Here, guests are embraced into the warmth of intimate booths, enveloped by the aroma of exceptional cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails. Against this backdrop, live performances set the stage for an enchanting evening, making every visit an unforgettable journey.

Job Ref: PER1559 Branch: Louis Manchester Location: Louis Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £42,000 OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 45 Posted date: 15/08/2026 Closing date: 15/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Direct your team during busy services to create positive energy and productive environment., • Show versatility with your skills and experience working in all sections of professional kitchens., • Ability to remain calm during pressurised services., • Demonstrate experienced knife skills and impeccable attention to detail., • Show determination to deliver the best product and demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift to inspire those around you., • Demonstrate a desire to push culinary boundaries and learn new skills and techniques to deliver new and unique dishes., • 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 Louis pays homage to the timeless allure of New York's classic restaurants, reminiscent of scenes straight from the silver screen. Here, guests are embraced into the warmth of intimate booths, enveloped by the aroma of exceptional cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails. Against this backdrop, live performances set the stage for an enchanting evening, making every visit an unforgettable journey.

Job Ref: PER1551 Branch: Tattu Manchester Location: Tattu Manchester, Salford Salary/Benefits: £12.35 - £14.21 p/h OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 0 Posted date: 14/08/2026 Closing date: 25/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Demonstrate your passion for customer service to deliver a unique and special experience to guests., • Support your team to create a positive working environment and to be the best team that we can be., • Great attention to detail, taking pride and always working to the best of your ability., • Demonstrate commitment and passion on every shift., • Willingness to learn new skills and continuously improve. 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.

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.