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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    1 month ago
    £42500–£44000 yearly
    Full-time
    Carnaby, London

    General Manager – Coqfighter Soho Run the Restaurant. Guide the Team. Own the Vibe. At Coqfighter, we do chicken properly. No gimmicks. No nonsense. Just ridiculously good food, proper hospitality, great music, and restaurants full of people having a good time. What started as a street food concept has grown into one of London's favourite independent brands, and we're only just getting started. Now we're looking for an exceptional General Manager to lead our Soho restaurant—the beating heart of the business. This isn't a job for someone who wants to hide in the office. It's for someone who loves the buzz of a busy service, thrives under pressure, and knows that great hospitality starts with great people. If you're the kind of leader who gets stuck in, inspires your team, and takes real pride in running an incredible restaurant, keep reading. Your Restaurant. Your Team. As General Manager, you'll have real ownership. You'll lead from the front, creating an atmosphere that keeps guests coming back and a culture where your team genuinely enjoys coming to work. You'll be responsible for everything from leading an amazing team and delivering unforgettable service to driving sales, controlling costs and making sure every shift runs like clockwork. We trust our managers to make decisions, solve problems and treat the business like it's their own. What You'll Be Doing • Leading every service with confidence, energy and positivity., • Building, coaching and developing an exceptional team., • Delivering consistently brilliant guest experiences., • Driving sales while managing labour, stock and profitability., • Recruiting, training and retaining the best people., • Maintaining the high standards Coqfighter is known for., • Bringing ideas that make the restaurant even better. What We're Looking For You'll already be a successful General Manager, or an outstanding Assistant Manager who's more than ready for the next step. More importantly, you'll be someone who: • Loves being on the restaurant floor., • Leads with positivity, empathy and confidence., • Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume hospitality., • Understands the numbers as well as the people., • Builds strong, motivated teams., • Stays calm when the pressure's on., • Takes ownership and makes things happen., • Never settles for "good enough." What You'll Get • Competitive salary., • Quarterly performance bonus., • 28 days' paid holiday., • Free staff meals every shift., • Ongoing development and genuine opportunities to progress., • A supportive leadership team that wants you to succeed., • The chance to help shape the future of one of London's most exciting independent restaurant brands. Why Coqfighter? Because hospitality should be fun. We work hard, we laugh a lot, and we care about doing things properly. We don't believe in egos or corporate nonsense—just great food, brilliant service and looking after our people. We're ambitious, founder-led and constantly evolving. We want managers who'll challenge us, bring fresh ideas and help raise the bar even higher. If you want to run one of London's busiest restaurants, build an incredible team and make your mark on a brand that's going places, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to lead from the front? Join Coqfighter Soho and help us serve London's best chicken—with a side of unforgettable hospitality.

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Barnet

    Job Description: Job Title: General Manager Location: Fuel Bar Cockfosters, EN4 Salary: £29,000 per year Hours: 37h The Opportunity We are looking for a strong, reliable General Manager to take full ownership of the day to day running of Fuel Bar Cockfosters. This is not a standard café manager role. You will be trusted to run the shop, lead the team, and maintain high standards without constant input from the owner. If you’re someone who takes responsibility, leads from the front, and can keep a business running properly, this role is for you. About Us Fuel Bar is a fast-paced coffee and fitness-based environment serving high-quality coffee, shakes, and fresh food. We have a strong base of regular customers and gym members. The environment is energetic, social, and standards-driven. We expect consistency, reliability, and a high level of accountability. Your Working Days & Hours This is a structured, set rota: (31h 30min) • Monday: 6:15am–2:30pm (1h unpaid lunch) = 7h 15m, • Tuesday: 6:15am–2:30pm (1h unpaid lunch) = 7h 15m, • Thursday: 9:00am–5:00pm (1h unpaid lunch) = 7h, • Saturday: 10:00am–3:00pm = 5h, • Sunday: 8:15am–4:30pm 1h unpaid lunch)= 7h 15min (3h 15m ADMIN) Flexibility is required to support the business when needed. The Role You will be the operational lead on-site and responsible for running the business day today. You are expected to: • Run the shop without relying on the owner, • Manage the team and maintain standards, • Make decisions and solve problems independently, • Keep the business organised, efficient, and consistent This is a hands-on role. You will be working on the floor daily, not just managing from the side. Key Responsibilities • Take full ownership of daily operations, • Lead, manage, and hold the team accountable, • Create and manage staff rotas and ensure full coverage, • Maintain high standards of coffee (dial-in, consistency), • Oversee food prep and daily execution, • Manage stock, ordering, and suppliers, • Handle issues independently (equipment, staff, service), • Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workspace, • Deliver a strong and consistent customer experience, • Monitor performance and identify ways to improve the business What We’re Looking For Apply only if you meet the following: • Experience in a café or hospitality management role, • Strong barista skills (dial-in, consistency), • Confident running shifts and managing a team, • Able to work independently and make decisions, • Highly reliable, organised, and proactive, • Comfortable with early mornings and weekend work We are looking for someone long-term who wants to take ownership and grow with the business. What We Offer • £29,000 salary, • Free gym access, • Staff discounts on food and drinks, • A structured role with real responsibility, • Support from the owner without micromanagement, • A family-built environment connected to Athletic Development Club (ADC) a private members personal training gym, • A premium, community-driven setting , not a high-street chain, • Opportunity to build relationships with a loyal client base and regular members, • A more personal, familiar working environment where you get to know customers properly Additional Benefits As part of the role, you will also be expected to promote ADC (Athletic Development Club) to customers and members. Referral Bonus: • £100 for every client who signs up for 2 sessions per week, • £50 for every client who signs up for 1 session per week Bonuses are paid monthly once sign-ups are confirmed. Important This role requires someone who takes responsibility and can run the business day-to-day without constant direction. If you are looking for a short-term role or something less hands-on, this is not the right fit. Apply **If you’re genuinely interested, follow us on Instagram Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract Benefits: • Casual dress, • Company events, • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Free parking, • Gym membership, • Referral programme, • Store discount Ability to commute/relocate: • Cockfosters: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required) Experience: • Management: 1 year (preferred), • Barista: 1 year (required) Location: • Cockfosters (preferred)

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  • Commis Chef
    Commis Chef
    2 months ago
    £14.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Commis Chef – Patty & Pickle Patty & Pickle is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our small kitchen team. We serve a focused menu of quality burgers, sides, and house-made products, with an emphasis on consistency, freshness, and great food. This is a casual role with regular hours available, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced but supportive environment and wants to develop their kitchen skills within a close-knit team. Key Responsibilities • Assist with daily food preparation and mise en place., • Prepare and cook menu items to company standards., • Support service during busy periods, maintaining speed and consistency., • Help with stock rotation, storage, and labelling., • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness., • Assist with receiving and checking deliveries., • Follow food safety procedures and HACCP requirements., • Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service., • Support with opening and closing kitchen duties., • Minimise waste and help maintain an organised workspace. What We're Looking For • Previous kitchen experience is preferred but not essential., • Positive attitude and willingness to learn., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure., • Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality food., • Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player., • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required (typically Friday & Saturdays with some other shifts) If you're passionate about good food and want to be part of a growing independent burger concept, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Senior Lettings Negotiator
    Senior Lettings Negotiator
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Harrow

    Harrow | Harrow on the Hill | Office-Based Salary: Competitive, aligned to experience + commission About the Role Wilson Hawkins is Harrow's longest-established lettings agency, serving the local community since 1970 with strong, relationship-driven service. We're looking for an experienced Senior Lettings Negotiator ready to take real ownership of the lettings process, with a clear, genuine path to Lettings Manager within 6–12 months. This is a boutique agency, not a corporate machine. Your work will be visible, your contribution will matter, and your progression will be tied directly to your results, not your tenure. You'll work closely with the Lettings Manager, taking the lead on viewings, applicant relationships, and offer negotiation, while regularly stepping up to run the team in their absence. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, builds genuine relationships with landlords and applicants, and is hungry to grow into a leadership role. What You'll Be Doing • Register, vet, and proactively match applicants to the right properties based on their needs, • Conduct viewings across Harrow, representing Wilson Hawkins with professionalism and warmth, • Negotiate offers between applicants and landlords, managing expectations on both sides, • Progress agreed lettings through referencing to tenancy commencement, • Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords to win repeat and future business, • Keep landlords updated proactively throughout the letting process, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in the CRM at all times, • Support and deputise for the Lettings Manager on day-to-day team activity, • Contribute ideas and feedback to improve team performance, • Drive revenue and profitability against personal and business targets What Success Looks Like • Your viewings are well-prepared, professionally run, and consistently convert to offers, • Applicants feel informed, valued, and confident at every stage of their journey, • Offers are negotiated and progressed efficiently, with landlords kept closely in the loop, • Your pipeline is always accurate and current in the CRM, • The Lettings Manager trusts you to hold the fort and make sound decisions in their absence, • You're actively developing your skills with a clear eye on the Manager role ahead What You'll Need • 3+ years of residential lettings experience, ideally in Harrow, • A proven track record of high-volume viewings converting to offers, • Experience progressing lettings from offer through referencing to move-in, • Solid working knowledge of lettings legislation (Right to Rent, Tenant Fees Act, deposit protection), • Experience working with both domestic and international landlords and applicants, • Confident use of a lettings CRM and property portals, • Highly organised, results-driven, and comfortable taking ownership, • ARLA Propertymark qualification, or actively working toward it (a plus, not essential) What We Offer • Competitive salary, aligned to your experience, • Commission and performance bonus linked to your personal letting activity, • Funded support toward your ARLA Propertymark qualification, • A clear, genuine path to Lettings Manager within 6–12 months, • A boutique environment where your work is seen, recognised, and rewarded, • A collaborative team that takes the work seriously without taking itself too seriously About Wilson Hawkins Wilson Hawkins has been serving landlords, homeowners, and renters in Harrow for more than 50 years, combining traditional, relationship-led values with the latest technology to deliver better, faster results. We invest in our people, including funded qualifications and a real route to management, because we grow when our team grows. Ready to take the next step in your lettings career? Apply today.

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  • Business Development Intern
    Business Development Intern
    2 months ago
    £25000–£30000 yearly
    Full-time
    Stepney Green, London

    About Life of Riley Life of Riley is a global concierge and luxury lifestyle service built around one simple idea: you request, we handle the rest. From luxury hotels and private villas to VIP events, private aviation, yacht charters, and bespoke lifestyle services, we curate premium experiences for clients worldwide. Our focus is on delivering exceptional service, discretion, and access across every level of luxury living. The Opportunity We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Business Development Intern to join the team for an intensive 2-month internship programme. This role is designed for individuals who want real exposure to sales, outreach, client acquisition, and luxury brand positioning. Rather than shadowing from the side-lines, you will actively contribute to generating business opportunities, engaging prospective clients, and helping expand the company’s network. You will work closely with senior team members to identify opportunities, initiate conversations, qualify leads, and support the early stages of relationship development. Key Responsibilities • Research and identify prospective clients, partners, and business opportunities, • Build and maintain targeted prospect databases, • Conduct outbound outreach via email, LinkedIn, phone calls, and other relevant channels, • Support lead qualification and pipeline management, • Handle and respond to inbound and outbound communications professionally, • Coordinate meetings and introductions with senior team members, • Assist in developing outreach messaging and engagement strategies, • Maintain accurate records of outreach activity and lead progress, • Represent the brand professionally across all communications What We’re Looking For • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Confidence speaking with new people in a professional environment, • High attention to detail and organisational ability, • Commercial awareness and interest in sales or business development, • Self-motivated and proactive mindset, • Comfortable working in a target-driven environment, • Resilient, adaptable, and eager to learn, • Interest in luxury, hospitality, travel, lifestyle, or premium services is advantageous Previous business development or sales experience is not required, but a strong attitude, professionalism, and willingness to learn are essential. What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience in business development and client acquisition, • Exposure to luxury service sales and relationship management, • Practical training in outreach, communication, and lead generation, • Experience working within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment, • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, • Clear progression pathway based on performance, • Potential transition into a long-term salaried or commission-based position Benefits & Rewards • Access to selected company events and networking experiences, • Opportunities to attend exclusive luxury and VIP events, • Exposure to premium hospitality, travel, and lifestyle brands, • Performance-based incentives and recognition opportunities, • Potential access to private getaways and curated experiences, • Flexible remote working environment, • Direct mentorship from senior leadership and founders, • Opportunity to build valuable commercial and luxury industry connections

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  • Salon Assistant
    Salon Assistant
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Somers Town, Camden

    Salon Assistant / Future Hair Stylist Wanted Location: Euston,London Part-Time / Full-Time Are you passionate about hair and dream of becoming a professional stylist? We’re looking for someone who isn’t just searching for a job—we’re looking for someone eager to build a career in the hair industry. This is a unique opportunity to work side-by-side with an experienced colour specialist, learning real salon skills through hands-on experience while helping with the day-to-day running of our luxury salon. What you’ll do: • Assist with clients throughout the day, • Keep the salon clean, organised and running smoothly, • Prepare clients for appointments, • Shampoo and blow-dry (training provided), • Mix colours and assist during services, • Help create content for social media What you’ll learn: ✨ Balayage techniques ✨ Hair colouring and toning ✨ Client consultations ✨ Luxury customer service ✨ Salon business and social media ✨ The skills needed to become a successful hairdresser We’re looking for someone who is: • Passionate about hair and beauty, • Friendly and confident with people, • Reliable and hardworking, • Keen to learn every day, • Has a positive attitude and good work ethic No salon experience is necessary—attitude and willingness to learn are far more important. If you’re ready to invest in your future and learn directly in a busy salon environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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