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Job Title: Waiter/Waitress Description:We’re looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Waiter/Waitress to join our team! If you have great communication skills, love providing excellent customer service, and enjoy a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you. Responsibilities include taking orders, serving food and drinks, and ensuring guests have an amazing dining experience. Requirements: • Positive attitude and teamwork, • Availability to work flexible hours, • Prior experience is a plus but not required Apply now to be part of a dynamic and welcoming team!

We're looking for a friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic waitress to join our team. If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in delivering excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll do: • Welcome guests with a warm and friendly attitude., • Take food and drink orders accurately., • Serve food and beverages efficiently while providing outstanding customer service., • Ensure tables and dining areas are clean, tidy, and well presented., • Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house team to create a great dining experience., • Follow food hygiene and health & safety standards. What we're looking for: • Previous waitressing or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong team spirit., • Ability to stay calm and professional in a busy environment. What we offer: • Flexible shifts to fit around your availability., • A friendly, supportive team environment., • Opportunities to develop your hospitality skills., • A welcoming workplace where your hard work is valued.

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We’re looking for a passionate Waiter / Waitress to join the team at Bruco Italian Bar & Kitchen, an independent neighbourhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Ancoats, Manchester. At Bruco, we pride ourselves on serving exceptional food, quality drinks, and delivering genuine, relaxed hospitality in a busy and welcoming environment. We’re looking for someone who loves hospitality and understands that great service is what keeps guests coming back. The Role As part of our front of house team, you will play a key role in creating memorable guest experiences from the moment customers walk through the door. Responsibilities • Greeting guests and creating a warm, welcoming experience, • Taking food and drink orders confidently and accurately, • Delivering food and drinks while maintaining high service standards, • Understanding the menu and being able to guide guests through dishes, specials and drinks, • Working closely with the kitchen and bar team to ensure smooth service, • Managing guest requests and handling service professionally, • Setting, clearing and resetting tables efficiently, • Maintaining cleanliness and presentation standards throughout service, • Supporting the wider team during busy periods What We’re Looking For • Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, • Positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced environment, • A genuine passion for customer service, • Flexible availability including evenings and weekends, • Must be based in Manchester and have the legal right to work in the UK What We Offer • Competitive hourly pay plus tips, • Flexible hours based on business needs, • Opportunity to grow within an independent, ambitious hospitality business, • Staff food whilst on shift, • A supportive team environment with genuine opportunities to develop If you enjoy great food, great people and being part of a team that genuinely cares about hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.

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We are looking for FOH Assistants to join Whitworth Locke, Manchester. Our desire to inspire soulful hospitality is taking us on a journey of evolution and growth, making our presence felt in major cities across the UK and Europe. We entrust our vision, purpose and brand to the hands of our teams. It’s a big responsibility and this is why we seek and develop unique individuals to lead the charge. In an (overly simplistic) nutshell our House Hosts are; Confident, warm and effervescent individuals, focussed on curating an experience that each one of our guests desires from the moment they step over our threshold Endlessly curious – reading our guests and adapting approaches to suit the individual and not the masses But most importantly they are humans like us. We don’t believe in a work persona, we avoid hierarchy and we connect with empathy and honesty. Our FOH Assistants don’t shy away from the fundamentals either; they embrace our systems and tech and they are eager to learn and evolve. When guests return home inspired, with stories to tell and discoveries to share, you will have been successful. They will come back more often and tell others. This will be the tale of Locke. In return we offer you a bonus scheme, holidays (including the option to buy more if you want them), a host of wellbeing benefits (Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Long Term Income Protection, an Employee Assistance Programme…), free nights in our properties, awesome recognition schemes, pension (the tax efficient way), company sick pay and further benefits tailored to your individual needs. But most importantly, we offer you a role in our story and the chance to write your own chapter. When and Where? We believe in working flexibly – this includes flexibility in work location, working days (including weekends and bank holidays in operations) and working hours. This may be ad hoc or permanent flexibility. Ask your recruiting manager or see our careers page for more information. Set in a 19th Century cotton factory, every area – from the beautiful Conservatory Bar to the spacious co-working lounge – celebrates the building’s quirks and features. There’s also a packed calendar of events, pop-ups and fitness classes for you to join in with, if you fancy. And if you’re heading out, you’re just minutes from the city’s best bars, shops and nightlife. Settle in, and see Manchester differently. About edyn Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities, which provide a sense of belonging to the free-thinking urbanite in all of us. Each of our brands – Locke, SACO and Cove – is firmly rooted in the local neighbourhood, offering vibrant experiences and connections which nourish and enliven the soul. To find out more about what it’s like to work at edyn, visit About Locke Beautifully designed, one-of-a-kind, locally inspired aparthotels. Made to be lived in, not just slept in. Where home meets lifestyle hotel. Work meets life. People connect with themselves, and the community. Another way to stay. To find out more about Locke, visit .

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

We are looking for FOH Assistants to join Whitworth Locke, Manchester. Our desire to inspire soulful hospitality is taking us on a journey of evolution and growth, making our presence felt in major cities across the UK and Europe. We entrust our vision, purpose and brand to the hands of our teams. It’s a big responsibility and this is why we seek and develop unique individuals to lead the charge. In an (overly simplistic) nutshell our FOH Assistants are; Confident, warm and effervescent individuals, focussed on curating an experience that each one of our guests desires from the moment they step over our threshold Endlessly curious – reading our guests and adapting approaches to suit the individual and not the masses But most importantly they are humans like us. We don’t believe in a work persona, we avoid hierarchy and we connect with empathy and honesty. Our FOH Assistants don’t shy away from the fundamentals either; they embrace our systems and tech and they are eager to learn and evolve. When guests return home inspired, with stories to tell and discoveries to share, you will have been successful. They will come back more often and tell others. This will be the tale of Locke. In return we offer you a bonus scheme, holidays (including the option to buy more if you want them), a host of wellbeing benefits (Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Long Term Income Protection, an Employee Assistance Programme…), free nights in our properties, awesome recognition schemes, pension (the tax efficient way), company sick pay and further benefits tailored to your individual needs. But most importantly, we offer you a role in our story and the chance to write your own chapter. When and Where? We believe in working flexibly – this includes flexibility in work location, working days (including weekends and bank holidays in operations) and working hours. This may be ad hoc or permanent flexibility. Ask your recruiting manager or see our careers page for more information. Set in a 19th Century cotton factory, every area – from the beautiful Conservatory Bar to the spacious co-working lounge – celebrates the building’s quirks and features. There’s also a packed calendar of events, pop-ups and fitness classes for you to join in with, if you fancy. And if you’re heading out, you’re just minutes from the city’s best bars, shops and nightlife. Settle in, and see Manchester differently. About edyn Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities, which provide a sense of belonging to the free-thinking urbanite in all of us. Each of our brands – Locke, SACO and Cove – is firmly rooted in the local neighbourhood, offering vibrant experiences and connections which nourish and enliven the soul. To find out more about what it’s like to work at edyn, visit About Locke Beautifully designed, one-of-a-kind, locally inspired aparthotels. Made to be lived in, not just slept in. Where home meets lifestyle hotel. Work meets life. People connect with themselves, and the community. Another way to stay. To find out more about Locke, visit .

Job Ref: PER1470 Branch: Permanently Unique Group Location: Manchester or London Based Salary/Benefits: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 28/07/2026 Closing date: 08/09/2026 Job Title: Learning & Development Manager Department: Head Office - People Responsible To: Group HR Manager Responsible For: Learning & Development Executive Overall purpose of post: The Learning & Development Manager is responsible for creating, delivering and continuously improving the learning, leadership and performance development strategy across Permanently Unique Group. This role will partner closely with operational and support teams to build a high-performance culture, ensuring every team member has the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting the Group's commercial objectives. This role will be based at our HQ in Manchester covering the UK learning and development needs with occasional support of our international business. Regular travel is expected in this role. The successful candidate will lead learning initiatives across all brands, driving engagement, retention, internal progression and operational excellence through innovative and impactful development programmes. This successful candidate will be based in either Manchester or London. Duties will include but are not limited to: People: • Design and implement a Group-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business objectives and growth plans., • Create clear development pathways for all positions across front-of-house, back-of-house and support office teams., • Lead management and leadership development programmes to build a strong internal talent pipeline., • Be accountable for succession planning and identify high-potential individuals across the Group., • Develop onboarding and induction programmes that ensure a consistent and engaging new starter experience., • Coach and support operational leaders in delivering effective training and performance development., • Drive employee engagement through learning initiatives that promote growth, recognition and career progression., • Partner with the People Team to support retention strategies and improve employee satisfaction., • Foster a culture of continuous learning, feedback and accountability across all venues., • Oversee development of employees in international sites and ensure development is aligned., • Oversee the work of department Artists to ensure suitable initial and ongoing training of our teams. Profit: • Ensure learning initiatives contribute directly to commercial performance and operational efficiency., • Analyse training ROI through performance metrics, guest feedback, retention rates and operational KPIs., • Support labour optimisation by improving team capability, productivity and cross-functional skills., • Reduce recruitment costs through internal development and promotion opportunities., • Identify opportunities to improve revenue generation through enhanced sales training and guest experience programmes., • Manage the Learning & Development budget effectively, ensuring maximum return on investment., • Support venue openings and expansion projects through structured training plans that enable successful launches. Product: • Ensure all team members have comprehensive knowledge of food, beverage, service and brand standards., • Develop product education programmes that enhance guest engagement and commercial performance., • Collaborate with culinary, beverage and operational leaders to create training content for new menu launches and product innovations., • Maintain up-to-date training resources that reflect evolving concepts, menus and service standards., • Champion excellence in guest experience by embedding product knowledge and storytelling into learning programmes., • Ensure brand standards are consistently understood and executed across all venues., • Support the development of specialist knowledge programmes for leadership, wine, cocktails, culinary and guest experience disciplines., • Lead pre-opening training for new venue openings., • Maintain knowledge of new technology and applications that can enhance and support content and delivery. Process: • Develop and maintain group training frameworks, standards and competency assessments., • Create and manage learning systems, training calendars and compliance tracking processes., • Standardise training materials and delivery methods across all brands while respecting brand-specific requirements., • Implement robust evaluation and feedback mechanisms to continuously improve learning effectiveness., • Ensure compliance training is completed and maintained across all departments., • Work closely with operational leaders to identify training needs through performance reviews, audits and business analysis., • Establish clear measurement and reporting processes for learning outcomes and development activity., • Support operational excellence by embedding best practices into all training programmes., • Maintain business wide communication via our internal communication platform. Promotion: • Position learning and development as a key driver of career growth and business success across the Group., • Promote internal progression opportunities and celebrate development achievements., • Support employer branding initiatives by showcasing learning and career development opportunities., • Collaborate with marketing and people teams to communicate learning successes and talent stories., • Develop recognition programmes that reward learning, performance and professional growth., • Act as an ambassador for the Group's values, culture and leadership expectations., • Support the attraction and retention of top hospitality talent through a market-leading development offering., • Partner with external providers and co-ordinate brand led training. Key Skills • Proven experience in a Learning & Development, Training or Talent Development leadership role within hospitality, leisure or luxury service environments., • Strong understanding of restaurant operations and guest experience standards., • Experience designing and delivering leadership, management and operational training programmes., • Excellent facilitation, coaching and stakeholder management skills., • Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive cultural change., • Strong project management and organisational capabilities., • Experience with learning management systems and digital learning platforms., • Data-driven approach with the ability to measure and demonstrate learning impact., • Passion for developing people and creating exceptional hospitality experiences. General: • Ensure all employees are complying with the personal grooming policy during visits, feeding back concerns to the site management, ops and people teams., • Communicate all issues relating to the business to the relevant people., • Undertake projects as requested by key stakeholders., • To be aspirational within the team – leading by example and maintaining company standards, ensuring these are a natural skill in your day-to-day role.

General Manager – Basrah Lounge Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Basrah Lounge is looking for an experienced, confident and hands-on General Manager to oversee the daily operation of our busy restaurant and lounge. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the team, maintaining excellent customer service, managing staff performance and ensuring the venue operates smoothly, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day running of the restaurant and lounge, • Lead, support and motivate front-of-house, bar and kitchen teams, • Create and manage weekly staff rotas using the Deputy app, • Monitor employee attendance, lateness, breaks, availability and working hours, • Approve timesheets and ensure staff hours are recorded accurately, • Ensure each shift is appropriately staffed according to business needs, • Recruit, train and onboard new employees, • Conduct staff meetings, performance reviews and disciplinary procedures when required, • Set clear expectations and ensure all team members follow company policies, • Maintain excellent standards of customer service, • Handle customer enquiries, complaints and special requests professionally, • Oversee table bookings, events and busy service periods, • Monitor stock levels and coordinate ordering with suppliers, • Reduce unnecessary waste and control operational costs, • Oversee cash handling, tills, end-of-day reports and banking procedures, • Monitor sales performance and help achieve business targets, • Ensure the venue remains clean, organised and presentable, • Carry out regular checks of the restaurant, kitchen, toilets and customer areas, • Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, licensing and fire-safety requirements, • Work closely with the owners and provide regular updates on staffing, sales, customer feedback and operational issues, • Step in and support the team during busy periods when required, • Identify ways to improve service, efficiency and the overall customer experience Skills and Experience • Previous experience as a General Manager, Restaurant Manager or in a similar senior hospitality role, • Strong leadership and people-management skills, • Experience creating rotas and managing staff through Deputy or a similar workforce-management system, • Excellent communication and customer-service skills, • Confident handling complaints and resolving problems calmly, • Good understanding of stock control, labour costs, cash handling and sales targets, • Knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety and licensing requirements, • Highly organised, reliable and able to work under pressure, • Comfortable managing a busy restaurant and lounge environment, • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, • A hands-on management style and willingness to support all areas of the business What We Offer • A senior leadership position within a growing hospitality business, • A friendly and lively working environment, • The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the venue’s performance, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Staff benefits and additional incentives to be discussed If you are an experienced hospitality manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for providing excellent customer experiences, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short explanation of your relevant management experience.

Position Overview The Head of Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing, managing, and optimising all operational aspects of the Company. This role ensures the smooth running of the business from pre‑launch through day‑to‑day operations, driving efficiency, consistency, and growth. The Head of Operations will work closely with the founders and management team to build strong operational foundations and deliver an exceptional customer experience. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership • Oversee all operational activities of the business, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance., • Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational systems, processes, and procedures., • Lead operational planning for business launch and ongoing growth. Project & Launch Management • Manage end‑to‑end project timelines for restaurant setup, launch preparation, and expansion activities., • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure all operational milestones are achieved. Supplier & Procurement Management • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for food, equipment, and services., • Build strong supplier relationships and ensure consistent supply chain performance., • Monitor cost control, quality standards, and delivery reliability. Staffing & HR Operations • Lead recruitment for all operational roles, including kitchen, front‑of‑house, and support staff., • Oversee staff onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management., • Ensure compliance with UK employment law, health & safety regulations, and company policies. Daily Operational Management • Manage day‑to‑day restaurant operations to ensure smooth service delivery., • Monitor operational KPIs including labour cost, food cost, customer satisfaction, and productivity., • Identify operational issues and implement effective solutions promptly. Business Growth & Strategy • Support strategic planning for future branches, catering services, or brand expansion., • Analyse operational performance and recommend improvements to enhance profitability and efficiency., • Undertake any additional reasonable duties required for the successful operation and growth of the Company. Employment Terms (to be detailed in the employment contract) Upon commencement of trading, the Head of Operations will be employed under a separate employment contract outlining: • Working hours, • Salary and benefits, • Holiday entitlement, • Notice period, • Disciplinary and grievance procedures, • Pension obligations, • All other applicable employment terms in accordance with UK employment law Candidate Requirements Essential • Proven experience in restaurant operations management (multi‑site or single‑site)., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • Experience in supplier management, recruitment, and operational planning., • Ability to build systems, processes, and teams from the ground up., • Strong understanding of UK hospitality regulations and compliance. Desirable • Experience in Middle Eastern / Arabic cuisine or culturally‑specific restaurant operations., • Pre‑opening or launch experience., • Project management experience.

GENERAL MANAGER – BASRAH LOUNGE We are looking for an experienced, confident and highly organised General Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of Basrah Lounge. This is a senior management position. We need someone who can lead from the front, manage a large team, maintain high standards and take ownership of the business when the owners are not present. Key Responsibilities • Lead, manage and motivate the entire restaurant and lounge team., • Manage supervisors, assistant managers, front-of-house, kitchen and support staff., • Ensure every department is properly staffed and operating efficiently., • Prepare and manage staff rotas while controlling labour costs., • Recruit, train, develop and performance-manage employees., • Deal professionally with staff issues, complaints and disciplinary matters., • Maintain excellent standards of customer service and guest experience., • Handle customer complaints and resolve problems quickly and professionally., • Ensure food hygiene, health & safety, licensing and company procedures are followed at all times., • Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness throughout the premises., • Monitor sales, staffing costs, wastage and other key operating costs., • Review daily and weekly performance and identify areas requiring improvement., • Monitor cash handling, till procedures, voids, discounts and end-of-day reporting., • Manage stock levels, ordering and supplier relationships., • Oversee busy weekends, events and entertainment nights., • Carry out regular management meetings and communicate clear expectations to the team., • Ensure opening and closing procedures are completed correctly., • Identify problems before they become serious and take responsibility for resolving them., • Report directly to the owners with clear updates on performance, staffing, customer feedback and any operational concerns. What We Are Looking For The successful candidate should have strong previous General Manager or senior restaurant management experience, preferably within a high-volume restaurant, lounge or hospitality venue. You must be: A strong leader • Hands-on • Commercially aware • Highly organised • Reliable • Professional • Confident managing a large team • Excellent with customers • Able to work under pressure • Comfortable taking accountability This is not simply a floor manager position. We are looking for someone capable of taking ownership of the operation, improving standards and helping drive Basrah Lounge forward. Full-time position Competitive salary – dependent on experience

We are looking for a reliable café all-rounder to join our team at Tutku Café in Chorlton. The role is mainly front of house, but you will need to be happy helping across the café when it gets busy. This includes making coffees, taking orders, using the till, running food, clearing tables, restocking and keeping the front clean and organised. We serve breakfast, brunch, lunch and coffee, so experience in a café, restaurant, bar or busy customer-service role is preferred. You should be: • Friendly and confident with customers, • Reliable and punctual, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, • Happy to work early starts and weekends, • Able to work as part of a small team, • Confident with coffee, or willing to learn Barista experience, café experience, opening/closing experience or cash handling would be a bonus. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and is happy to get stuck in wherever needed. Please apply with your CV and let us know your availability.