People & Culture ManagerLocation: LondonSector: Hospitality Salary: Up to £55,000+benefits We are recruiting for an exciting People & Culture Manager opportunity with an innovative and growing luxury private business, renowned for delivering exceptional experiences.We are looking for a passionate, energetic and hands on People & Culture Manager to take ownership of the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring the business attracts, develops and retains exceptional talent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and wants to make a genuine impact on company culture, employee engagement and operational excellence.The RoleWorking closely with the senior leadership and operational teams, you will be responsible for delivering a proactive and effective people strategy across the business. You will oversee all aspects of HR, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, learning and development, and performance management, ensuring employees feel supported, motivated and equipped to deliver exceptional service. This is a highly visible, hands on position requiring someone who is equally comfortable developing people initiatives, supporting managers with day to day HR matters and being present within the operation.Key Responsibilities
Take ownership of all HR activities, including onboarding, employee relations, performance management, engagement, retention and offboarding, ensuring best practice and compliance with employment legislationLead end to end recruitment across hospitality, food and beverage, children's activities, operations and management positions, developing effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality talent aligned with the business's values and service standardsDevelop and deliver engaging induction, training and development programmes, ensuring employees have the skills, confidence and knowledge to provide an exceptional member experience. Identify skills gaps, support leadership development and create clear career progression opportunitiesChampion a positive, inclusive and high-performance culture, introducing initiatives that improve employee satisfaction, communication, wellbeing and retention. Ensure the company's values are embedded throughout the employee experienceManage HR policies, contracts, employee records, absence management and HR systems, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation, safeguarding requirements and relevant operational standardsAct as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and operational managers, providing practical HR guidance, coaching and support. Use people data and insights to improve workforce planning, recruitment, training effectiveness and overall business performance.
Experience
Proven experience in a People & Culture Manager, HR Manager or similar generalist HR positionA background within luxury hospitality, private members clubs, premium leisure, hotels or another service lead environmentStrong experience managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and retentionA passion for learning and development, with experience creating and delivering effective training programmesExcellent knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practicesExperience supporting operational teams within a fast paced, customer facing environmentStrong communication, influencing and relationship building skillsExcellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Brand Manager – Luxury Hospitality BrandsLondon£60,000 + benefits We are working with a luxury hospitality group to recruit an exceptional Brand Manager to join its growing Head Office team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Brand Manager who combines creativity, commercial thinking and a strong understanding of luxury brands. Working closely with the senior marketing leadership team, you will help shape the development, positioning and activation of a portfolio of high-profile luxury lifestyle brands, strengthening brand identity, increasing guest engagement and supporting commercial growth.The group has an ambitious growth strategy, with several new luxury concepts and openings currently in development.The RoleAs Brand Manager, you will help shape, develop and protect the identity of a portfolio of distinctive brands while delivering creative campaigns and initiatives that increase awareness, strengthen guest engagement and drive commercial performance. You will work closely with Marketing, Operations and external creative partners to ensure every guest touchpoint reflects the quality, creativity and personality of each individual brand. This is a hands-on role where you will balance strategic brand development with creative execution, working across established brands as well as exciting new concepts.Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver brand strategy across a portfolio of luxury hospitality brands, including positioning, storytelling, tone of voice and creative directionPlan and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social, PR and print, ensuring consistent and engaging brand communicationsLead marketing for new openings and brand activations, including concept launches, seasonal campaigns, photoshoots, content creation and promotional eventsManage creative partners and brand assets, including agencies, photographers, designers, menus, marketing collateral and in-venue materialsDrive brand and commercial performance by managing budgets, analysing campaign results and customer engagement, monitoring market trends and supporting local venue marketing
Experience:
5+ years experience within marketing or brand management, ideally within luxury, hospitality, lifestyle or premium consumer brandsExperience as a Brand Manager, Marketing Manager or in a similar positionExperience working across multiple brands or locationsA strong understanding of luxury brand positioning, identity and storytellingExcellent project management and organisational skillsStrong knowledge of digital marketing, social media and contentExperience using marketing analytics and reporting toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsA strong creative eye and exceptional attention to detailThe ability to manage multiple projects within a fast-paced environmentA genuine passion for luxury brands, hospitality and creating exceptional customer experiences
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Brand Manager who wants to have a genuine influence on the development of established luxury brands while also helping to create and launch new concepts from the ground up....Read more...
Sous Chef - Premium British Restaurant - City of London 45-50kAn award-winning, produce-led British kitchen on the edge of the City is looking for a hands-on Sous Chef to drive a menu that changes every day.The role
The Sous Chef will lead the brigade alongside the Head Chef across a busy seven-day operationDeliver a daily changing menu built around seasonal British produce, wild food and some of the best suppliers in the UKHands-on with butchery, braising, curing and classic British cooking, from snacks and small plates to aged steaksRun the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, covering ordering, stock, rotas and food costTrain and develop CDPs and junior chefs, keeping standards consistent on every coverOwn food safety, allergen control and kitchen compliance
About you
An established Sous Chef, or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up, from quality British, gastro or premium restaurant kitchensConfident with seasonal butchery and whole cuts; game experience a real plusA calm, organised Sous Chef who leads from the front during busy servicesCommercially aware, with a good grip on GP, waste and labourStable career history and full flexibility across a seven-day rota
The package
45-50k total packageSous Chef role within a respected, well-established London restaurant group with progression across its sitesA daily changing menu that keeps the cooking creative and seasonal
If you are a Sous Chef with quality British restaurant experience and want to cook top seasonal produce on a menu that changes every day, send your CV to:Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - High-Volume Pan Asian Restaurant - East London 45-50kA hands-on Sous Chef role in a busy, high-volume Pan Asian kitchen, with an immediate start available.COREcruitment is partnering with an established premium restaurant group on the search for a Sous Chef for its high-volume Pan Asian restaurant in East London. This Sous Chef role is all about delivery: running busy services to spec, supporting the Head Chef and developing the team. The client is looking for a Sous Chef who can start within two weeks.The Sous Chef role
Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of a high-volume kitchenRun services of up to 600 covers a day, across à la carte and private diningDeliver every dish to group specs, with consistent standards on every serviceManage and supervise junior chefs across all sectionsTrain the team on dishes, specs, food safety and kitchen standardsSupport with ordering, stock control, rotas and food safety recordsHelp the kitchen hit its monthly performance targets
About you
Sous Chef experience in a premium, high-volume restaurantPan Asian, Japanese or Southeast Asian kitchen experience strongly preferredWok, robata grill or live-fire experience an advantageOrganised, calm under pressure and confident leading busy servicesA hands-on trainer who brings junior chefs onAvailable to start within two weeks
The package
45-50k plus troncEstablished premium restaurant group with scale and progressionPremium ingredients and a well-equipped kitchenImmediate start available
If you are a Sous Chef with high-volume Pan Asian experience and can start within two weeks, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef - High-Volume Pan Asian Restaurant - East London 55kA Senior Sous Chef role running a high-volume Pan Asian kitchen alongside the Head Chef, with an immediate start available.COREcruitment is partnering with an established premium restaurant group on the search for a Senior Sous Chef for its high-volume Pan Asian restaurant in East London. The Senior Sous Chef will be the Head Chef's right hand, running busy services to spec and leading the team day to day. The client is looking for a Senior Sous Chef who can start within two weeks.The Senior Sous Chef role
Act as the Head Chef's right hand in running a high-volume kitchenRun the kitchen in the Head Chef's absenceLead services of up to 600 covers a day, across à la carte and private diningMake sure every dish goes out to group specs, with consistent standards on every serviceManage and develop the junior team, including Chefs de Partie and CommisTrain the brigade on dishes, specs, food safety and kitchen standardsOwn ordering, stock control, rotas and food safety complianceSupport the Head Chef on GP, labour and monthly performance targets
About you
Senior Sous Chef or experienced Sous Chef background in a premium, high-volume restaurantPan Asian, Japanese or Southeast Asian kitchen experience strongly preferredWok, robata grill or live-fire experience an advantageOrganised, calm under pressure and confident leading busy servicesA hands-on trainer who brings junior chefs onAvailable to start within two weeks
The package
55k plus troncEstablished premium restaurant group with scale and progressionPremium ingredients and a well-equipped kitchenImmediate start available
If you are a Senior Sous Chef with high-volume Pan Asian experience and can start within two weeks, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Junior Sous Chef - Premium Casual Restaurant Group - Central London 44-47kA Junior Sous Chef role in a busy fresh-food kitchen with a clear path to Sous Chef.COREcruitment is partnering with a growing premium casual restaurant group in Central London on the search for a Junior Sous Chef. This multi-site business has further openings planned, giving the right Junior Sous Chef a genuine chance to build leadership skills and progress.The Junior Sous Chef role
Support the Sous Chef in leading a brigade of 15-20 chefsRun the kitchen in the Sous Chef's absenceManage ordering, stock control, rotas and food safetyTrain and develop the brigade, including Chefs de Partie160-200 covers on a busy weekend, with all food prepared fresh on site
About you
An established Junior Sous Chef ready for the next stepBackground in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food kitchensConfident with small plates and sharing-style menusA calm leader who values team culture, inclusivity and wellbeingAmbitious and keen to grow with the business
The package
44-47k basic plus tronc45-hour contract with breaks between services3 months of structured trainingClear path to Sous Chef with ongoing supportFurther site openings planned, creating real progressionSupportive, inclusive and modern working environment
If you are a Junior Sous Chef with premium casual, fresh-food experience and want a clear path to Sous Chef, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef - Premium Casual Restaurant Group - Central London 49-52k plus bonusA Senior Sous Chef role with a structured path to Head Chef, backed by a Group Executive Chef.COREcruitment is partnering with a growing premium casual restaurant group in Central London on the search for a Senior Sous Chef. This multi-site business has further openings planned, giving the right Senior Sous Chef a clear route to their first Head Chef role.The Senior Sous Chef role
Support the Head Chef in leading a brigade of 15-20 chefsRun the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, with full support from the Group Executive ChefOwn ordering, stock control, rotas and food safetyTrain and develop the brigade, including Chefs de Partie160-200 covers on a busy weekend, with all food prepared fresh on site
About you
An established Senior Sous Chef ready to step towards Head ChefBackground in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food kitchensConfident with small plates and sharing-style menusA calm leader who values team culture, inclusivity and wellbeingAmbitious and keen to grow with the business
The package
49-52k basic plus tronc, plus a 5% quarterly bonus on KPIs45-hour week, with Monday as an admin dayPremium medical cover and mental health support3 months of structured trainingClear path to Head Chef with ongoing support from the Group Executive ChefFurther site openings planned, creating real progression
If you are a Senior Sous Chef with premium casual, high-volume experience and want a genuine path to Head Chef, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Guest Chef Residency - Live-Fire Pop-Up - Manchester - Profit Share + Fee & ExposureA one-month headline residency for a Guest Chef to put their name to a premium-casual live-fire kitchen in Manchester, with a full team behind them.The RoleA rare opportunity for an established or rising Guest Chef to headline a limited-season outdoor dining series in Manchester. Each month, one Guest Chef creates a menu built around charcoal grills and open fire, then hands it to a strong in-house brigade to deliver. The season runs from mid-November to May, with one Guest Chef residency per month.The Operation
Premium-casual outdoor restaurant on a large site, 60-80 coversWednesday to Sunday service, with multiple sittings at weekendsKitchen built for live-fire cooking: charcoal grills and open fire, plus fryer and flat-topEstablished operator with existing Manchester sites, suppliers and central supportIn-house Head Chef and Chefs de Partie to run the menu day to dayOpening and closing events to bookend the season, with marketing and social content throughout
The Guest Chef Role
Create a live-fire menu at a premium-casual price pointSet up the kitchen, recipes, systems and standards at the start of the residencyTrain the in-house team so the food lands properly when the Guest Chef is not on the passThree to four visits across the month, ideally cooking one or two services a weekSupport press, photography, filming and social content around the residencyNo relocation and no investment required, with the option to bring members of your own team
The Ideal Guest Chef
A recognised or emerging name with a following, through a restaurant, TV, cookbooks, press or social mediaStrong in live-fire, grill, barbecue or produce-led cookingPremium-casual or modern restaurant backgroundNew to the Manchester market, whether from London, other UK regions or abroadComfortable trusting and leading an existing teamCommercially minded and open to a profit-share modelDeveloping a new concept, or keen to test a menu before a future opening
The Package
Profit share on the residency month plus a paid fee for time on site, with full figures shared by the operatorTravel and accommodation support availableA low-risk platform to test a concept in front of a new audienceMarketing, PR and social exposure in one of the UK's busiest food citiesLimited slots: one Guest Chef per month, with residencies available from November into spring 2027Potential involvement in a future permanent live-fire restaurant project
If you are a Guest Chef with a live-fire or premium-casual following and want a month in the spotlight in Manchester, send your CV or a short note on your concept to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - High-Volume Premium Pub - Central London 21-23 per hourA Sous Chef role in one of London's busiest premium pub kitchens, built on tight systems, precise recipes and a big, well-trained team.This Sous Chef opportunity is with a highly acclaimed premium pub and dining rooms in Central London, serving around 600 covers a day across a busy bar, restaurant and private dining. The kitchen runs a brigade of 45 chefs.This is not a typical kitchen. Everything runs on clear systems, set recipes and consistency at volume. The Sous Chef plays a key part in leading the team, training chefs and keeping standards high every service. Junior Sous Chef applications are also welcome.The Sous Chef role
Lead shifts as Sous Chef in a 45-strong brigade, running prep and service at around 600 covers a day.Train, teach and develop chefs so every dish goes out to the same specification.Own food standards, digital checks and compliance, making sure records are complete and filed correctly.Support the people and operations side of the kitchen alongside the wider sous chef team.Follow and protect a settled core menu, with seasonal dishes introduced through the year.Keep the kitchen organised, clean and running to tight systems.Work closely with the senior kitchen team to keep the operation consistent day after day.
About you
A Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef from a high-volume, quality-led kitchen.A people manager who enjoys training and teaching as much as cooking.Comfortable working to set recipes and systems, with real attention to precision.Experience of big numbers in premium restaurant groups, busy pubs or large kitchens.Organised and confident with food safety records, checks and standards.Someone who wants to be part of a big team and enjoys operating at a high level.
The package
£21-£23 per hour all in, depending on experience, paid weekly.guaranteed hours a week over 5 days, with every extra hour paid. That is roughly £50-£57k a year.A large, well-structured brigade with clear systems and support.
If you are a Sous Chef with high-volume, quality-led experience and want to lead in one of London's most talked-about kitchens, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
SALES & MARKETING MANAGER – HOSPITALITYLondon£40,000 – £45,000I am working with an established hospitality business in London looking for a Sales & Marketing Manager to drive sales across their busy operation.This is a sales-led role with a strong focus on tour and travel, MICE, groups and events. You’ll be responsible for building relationships with agents, partners and corporate clients, developing new business and maximising incoming opportunities.The Role:
Driving proactive and reactive sales across tour and travel, MICE, groups and eventsBuilding relationships and partnerships across the London marketManaging enquiries, sales pipelines and CRM activitySupporting local marketing, events and commercial activityWorking closely with the operational teams to drive revenue
Ideal Candidate:
Strong hospitality sales backgroundTour and travel experience essentialMICE and group sales experienceGood knowledge of the London marketCommercial, confident and target drivenCRM experience – Tripleseat advantageous and OpenTable desirableThis is a full-time, on-site role.
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Operations Director - Growing Restaurant Group London £120,000 - £160,000 + IncentivesThe RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join a growing restaurant business at a pivotal point in its journey. They are looking for an experienced Operations Director who wants to play a key role in shaping the future of the business, bringing structure, pace and commercial thinking while remaining close to the operation.Who will you be?You'll be a true hospitality operator. Someone who has grown through restaurants, understands what great looks like on the floor and believes the best leaders spend their time supporting their teams, not sitting behind a desk.Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll lead the operational strategy across the estate, driving consistency, improving standards and creating an environment where both people and the business can thrive. You'll enjoy building scalable processes without losing the personality that makes the brand successful.You'll have a strong commercial mindset, using data to improve performance across labour, productivity, margins and profitability, while working alongside the People team to develop high-performing leaders and maintain an engaging, people-first culture.We're looking for someone who has operated at a senior multi-site level within quality restaurant businesses, with experience across both branded and independent operators. You'll be passionate about hospitality, quality food and drink, have exceptional attention to detail and be confident making decisions that support long-term growth.You will have:
Proven experience as an Operations Director or Head of Operations within a multi-site restaurant business.A hands-on leadership style with a genuine passion for being in the restaurants and supporting your teams.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive sales, improve profitability and maximise labour efficiencies.Driving operational systems, processes and best practice across a growing estate.A track record of coaching, developing and inspiring high-performing leadership teams.High standards, exceptional attention to detail and a relentless focus on guest experience.The credibility, resilience and ambition to help lead the next stage of growth for an exciting restaurant business.
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Group Operations Director – Multi-Brand Restaurant Group London with national travel Up to £140,000I’m working with an established restaurant group looking for a Group Operations Director to lead its national portfolio through its next stage of growth.This is a broad role across several brands, leading multiple Heads of Operations and working closely with the senior leadership team. The focus is on connecting the teams and support functions more effectively, improving performance and putting the right structure in place as the group evolves.The role:
Lead operational performance across a national, multi-brand estateCoach and develop Heads of Operations and their teamsImprove consistency, communication and accountability across the groupWork closely with People, Marketing, Finance and PropertyIdentify commercial opportunities and operational efficienciesSupport future acquisitions and growth plans
What I’m looking for:
Senior leadership experience within a substantial restaurant groupA strong commercial background and real credibility in restaurant operationsExperience leading large teams across a complex businessThe ability to bring structure and take people with you through changeExperience working closely with ownership and support functionsA collaborative, low-ego approach
If this sounds like you, get in touch: kate@corecruitment.com....Read more...
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER – CONTEMPORARY HIGH-VOLUME DININGLondonUp to £53,000 + BonusWe’re working with one of London’s most established and respected hospitality businesses to find a brilliant Assistant General Manager for one of their NEW OPENING high-volume venues.This is a business known for great food, slick service and seriously busy restaurants, with a strong reputation for developing its people and giving them genuine opportunities to progress.The role
Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll be a key part of leading a large FOH team and delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.You’ll be right at the heart of the operation – leading busy services, driving standards, developing the team and making sure the restaurant has the energy and atmosphere the brand is known for.There’s a big people piece here. You’ll coach and develop managers, build confidence within the wider team and create an environment where people enjoy coming to work and want to progress.You’ll also have strong exposure to the commercial side of the restaurant, including labour, sales, budgets and P&L, giving you the experience and development to take the next step towards a General Manager role.
What we’re looking for
Experience as an Assistant General Manager or General Manager within a quality, high-volume restaurant environment.Someone who genuinely loves being on the floor and thrives in a fast-paced, busy operation.A strong people leader who enjoys coaching, developing and getting the best from a large team.Commercially aware, with an understanding of sales, labour and the numbers behind a successful restaurant.Passionate about food, service and creating a brilliant guest experience.Ambitious and keen to develop within a business that can offer real progression.
If you’re looking for a high-volume AGM role with a great restaurant business, strong development and plenty of opportunity ahead, I’d love to hear from you.Apply today or send your CV to kate@corecruitment.com....Read more...
Head Chef - New Opening Gastropub and Chop House - King’s Cross £55,000A rare chance for a Head Chef to open a fresh food-led pub and upstairs chop house from scratch in King’s Cross.An exciting new opening near King’s Cross is looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen from day one. The site will run a fresh food-led pub downstairs and a chop house restaurant upstairs, built on seasonal British produce, proper cooking and everything made in house.The venue opens in Spring 2027. The ideal start is before Christmas, so the Head Chef can be part of the pre-opening, shaping the menus, building the brigade and setting the standards before the doors open.The Head Chef role
Lead the full kitchen operation across the downstairs pub and the upstairs chop house.Write and develop seasonal menus built on fresh British produce, cooked from scratch.Play a key part in the pre-opening, including kitchen set-up, suppliers, systems and launch menus.Recruit, train and develop a new brigade, and build a strong kitchen culture from the start.Run busy services across a 7-day operation, including a strong Sunday lunch trade.Manage GP, food costs, labour, ordering and stock control.Keep food safety, health and safety and allergen standards at the highest level.
About you
An established Head Chef, or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up to a Head Chef role.A solid fresh food background, ideally from quality gastropubs, chop houses, grills or restaurants.Confident with butchery, grilling and cooking prime cuts.Opening or pre-opening experience is a real advantage.A hands-on leader who can build, train and keep a team.Commercially aware, with a good understanding of GP and kitchen costs.
The package
£52,000-£55,000Full ownership of a new kitchen and the chance to shape the food offer from launch.Pre-opening involvement ahead of a Spring 2027 opening.Interviews taking place now, with a view to starting before Christmas.
If you are a Head Chef with a fresh food background and want to open a new gastropub and chop house in King’s Cross, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Job Title: Events Manager – Coworking Group Salary: Up to £42,000 + Bonus Location: LondonWe are recruiting an experienced Events Manager to lead the events function across a portfolio of premium, flexible workspaces. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving revenue, developing commercial strategy, and delivering exceptional events. You’ll manage and coach a team, oversee budgets and pricing, build strategic agency relationships, and ensure a seamless client experience from initial enquiry through to event delivery.Key Responsibilities
Lead the events strategy, annual budget, pricing framework, and revenue performance across the portfolioManage and develop the Events Team, setting objectives, overseeing rotas, and ensuring appropriate staffing and supportOversee the sales pipeline, taking ownership of high-value bookings, complex enquiries, and new venue opportunitiesMaintain exceptional hospitality standards, ensuring consistent service and building long-term client relationshipsDevelop strategic partnerships with agencies and brokers, working closely with Marketing to drive lead generation and revenue growthMonitor venue performance, competitor activity, and market trends, while collaborating with Finance and operational teams to support growth and new venue launches
The Ideal Candidate
Experience managing events, event sales, or hospitality operations, ideally within a premium venue or multi-site environmentCommercially minded, with strong experience in budgeting, pricing, revenue generation, and financial performanceA natural leader who can coach, motivate, and develop a team while encouraging accountability and ownershipConfident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills across clients, agencies, suppliers, and internal teamsHighly organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on operational involvementA strong problem-solver who takes ownership, adapts to a changing environment, and consistently looks for ways to improve performance and service delivery
Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus potentialOpportunity to shape and grow a multi-site events businessAutonomy to influence commercial strategy and operational developmentCareer development and leadership opportunitiesCollaborative, people-focused working environment
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to ed@Corecruitment.comGet social…….http://www.corecruitment.com/https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/....Read more...
Global Head of Recruitment ManagerLuxury Hospitality - International Operations Location: London Salary: £90,000-110,000+package An internationally renowned luxury hospitality group is seeking an exceptional Global Recruitment Manager to lead and elevate its talent acquisition strategy across a prestigious portfolio of restaurants, hospitality destinations and lifestyle venues worldwide. Recognised for its heritage, timeless elegance, impeccable service and commitment to excellence, the group operates within the highest levels of international luxury hospitality. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute, well connected recruitment professional who understands the importance of attracting world class talent to deliver exceptional guest experiences.Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute the global recruitment strategy across multiple international locationsOversee end-to-end recruitment for senior leadership, corporate, operational and hospitality positionsPartner closely with senior executives, regional leaders and General Managers to anticipate recruitment needs and develop strategic recruitment plansIdentify and attract exceptional talent across luxury restaurants, fine dining, hotels and premium hospitality environmentsBuild and maintain an international network of high calibre hospitality professionalsDevelop proactive talent pipelines for critical positionsDrive recruitment standards, ensuring a consistent, discreet and premium candidate experience across all marketsSupport international expansion, new openings and strategic workforce planningStrengthen employer branding and position the organisation as an employer of choice within the global luxury hospitality sectorMonitor recruitment performance, market intelligence and talent acquisition trends
Experience:
Significant recruitment experience within luxury hospitality, fine dining, five-star hotels or international lifestyle brandsA proven track record of managing recruitment across multiple international marketsStrong experience recruiting senior hospitality executives, General Managers, Executive Chefs and operational leadership teamsAn established international network within the luxury hospitality industryExceptional stakeholder management skills and confidence working directly with senior executivesA proactive, hands on approach combined with the ability to develop long-term recruitment strategiesOutstanding communication, relationship building and negotiation skillsA high level of discretion, professionalism and cultural awareness
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role within one of the world's most distinguished luxury hospitality environments.....Read more...
Senior General Manager – High-Volume Bar & Events | East LondonNEW OPENING, NEW SITE, OPEN 2027 HIRING NOW…. NEW OPENING, NEW SITE, OPEN 2027 HIRING NOW…. NEW OPENING, NEW SITE, OPEN 2027 HIRING NOW…. NEW OPENING, NEW SITE, OPEN 2027 £75,000 salary- tronc & bonus attached Are you an ambitious, commercially driven General Manager with experience running high-volume bars, restaurants and events?This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing hospitality group as Senior General Manager, leading a vibrant, high-energy venue in Central East London, with the second site in the group planned to open in 2027. The business is looking for a strong operator who can take ownership of the day-to-day operation, lead a large team and deliver an outstanding guest experience across food, drink, events and late-night trading.We’re looking for someone with personality, presence and a genuine passion for hospitality, a leader who thrives in a busy environment, understands the numbers and knows how to create a venue people want to return to.What’s on offer:£75,000 salary/tronc plus bonus
A senior leadership role within an ambitious, growing hospitality groupThe opportunity to lead a high-volume bar, restaurant and events operationInvolvement in the group’s next stage of growth, with a second site opening in 2027The chance to make a real impact on the business and its future direction
The ideal Senior General Manager:
Proven experience as a General Manager in a high-volume bar, restaurant or events-led venueStrong commercial understanding, including P&L management, labour costs and driving revenueExperience leading large teams in fast-paced hospitality environmentsConfident managing busy service periods, events and multiple revenue streamsStrong knowledge of food, drinks and delivering memorable guest experiencesA hands-on, energetic leader who can motivate teams and maintain high standardsAmbitious, entrepreneurial and excited by the opportunity to grow with the business
If you’re a strong operator who loves high-volume hospitality, knows how to build great teams and wants to be part of an exciting growth story, this could be the perfect next step.Interested? Send your CV to Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666 for a confidential conversation....Read more...
An international law firm is looking for an experienced Legal Biller to join its London finance team. The firm acts for clients on complex, high-value disputes and transactions, and its partners work for a demanding international client base where accurate, timely billing matters to everyone. The London office is around 90 people, so you will know the partners and fee earners you work with by name, and your work will be visible and valued. This is a role for a biller who takes pride in getting invoices out right first time, and who is happy to own the process from pro forma to payment.The RoleWorking closely with partners, fee earners and the wider finance team, you will run the London billing cycle end to end.
Prepare and issue pro forma and final bills for partners and fee earnersReview time entries and disbursements against client billing guidelines and engagement termsSubmit invoices through client e-billing portals, including LEDES format, and resolve any rejectionsMonitor work in progress and unbilled time, and prompt fee earners to bill on scheduleAllocate client receipts and keep matter balances and client ledgers accurateChase outstanding invoices with fee earners and clients, and report on aged debtSupport month-end with billing and WIP reporting for the finance teamCover accounts payable and other transactional tasks during holidays
Who we want to hear from
Proven experience as a legal biller in a law firm, ideally an international firmWorking knowledge of a legal practice management system such as Elite 3E, Aderant or similarExperience of client e-billing portals and detailed billing guidelinesAn understanding of the SRA Accounts Rules as they apply to billing and client moneyAccuracy and a calm, organised approach at month-endThe confidence to work with partners and push back when a bill is not ready to go....Read more...
An international law firm is looking for an AP and Payroll Manager for its London office. The office is home to around 90 people working on complex international legal matters, and finance here is a small, close team where each person's work is visible and valued. This role brings together two things the office relies on: suppliers paid accurately and on time, and a payroll that is right every month. Payroll processing is outsourced, so your focus is the preparation, checks and journals that make it run smoothly. It suits someone who enjoys owning a process, putting good controls in place and being the person everyone trusts to get it right.The RoleReporting to the Head of Finance, you will own accounts payable and the in-house side of payroll for the London office.
Process supplier invoices and run the weekly payment runsReconcile supplier statements and keep the purchase ledger clean and up to datePrepare the monthly payroll submission for the outsourced provider, including starters, leavers and changesCheck the payroll output before approval, and resolve queries with the provider and employeesPost the payroll journals and reconcile the payroll and pension control accountsManage the monthly pension submissions to the providerTrack changes to payroll and pension legislation and prepare for them in good timeProvide cover for billing and other transactional tasks during holidays
What we're looking for
Solid experience across accounts payable and payroll, ideally in a professional services firmExperience preparing payroll for an outsourced provider and posting payroll journalsA working knowledge of auto-enrolment pensions and UK payroll complianceStrong reconciliation skills and close attention to detailAn organised approach, with the confidence to put sensible controls around a processGood Excel skills; experience of a legal practice management system is a plus....Read more...
Restaurant Manager – Neighbourhood Brasserie London Up to £60,000I’m working with a lovely neighbourhood brasserie in London that is looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager. It’s an intimate, busy restaurant with a loyal following, a strong reputation and a real focus on warm, personal service.The roleYou’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the restaurant, leading from the floor and making sure every guest has a brilliant experience.Working closely with the Director, you’ll have ownership of the team, service standards and commercial performance. That includes managing costs, understanding the numbers, developing your people and finding ways to bring guests back.I’m looking for someone who has:
Experience managing a premium restaurant or brasserieStrong food and wine knowledgeThe confidence to lead a small team through a busy serviceA good understanding of financial performance and how to improve itPlenty of personality, polish and a genuine love of hospitality
This would suit someone who enjoys knowing their regulars, takes pride in the details and wants the freedom to make a restaurant their own.CVs to kate@corecruitment.com....Read more...
Head of Operations, Hospitality Group £90k - plus bonus London Based – This essential – 4 days a week in London We’re working with an ambitious, fast-growing hospitality/leisure business that’s set for major expansion across 2026 and 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operator to join at a pivotal stage of growth and help shape the future of the brand. A commercial leader which is like a friendly family feel kinda Uk brand.We’re looking for someone who thrives in entrepreneurial, branded environments a leader who’s passionate about great food, exceptional service, and building strong teams. You’ll oversee operations across the current portfolio, drive performance, and play a key role in the company’s strategic development as new openings roll out. This is a senior role where you work closely with Head Office rand report to the Ops Director, so you’ll need to demonstrate this capability during the interview stage. As all sites are branded, experience within branded operations is essential.What we’re looking for:
Proven experience in a senior operations role (Head of Ops or strong Ops/Area Director level)Background from a quality branded businessBased in London or within easy reachA leader who can balance strategy and day-to-day operational excellenceExperience in developing teams and managing Area ManagersHands-on approach with a track record of driving growth and standardsNew openings and expansion experience highly desirable
This role suits someone who’s ready to make a lasting impact, ambitious, commercially minded, and ready to lead a brand into its next phase of success.If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666 Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666Get social…….http://www.corecruitment.com/https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/Tweet us @COREcruitment ....Read more...
Chef de Partie - Premium Private Members' Club - Central London 40kA Chef de Partie role in a luxury private members' club with multiple food outlets, fine dining and premium events, working across a range of kitchens.An exclusive private members' club in Central London is seeking a Chef de Partie to join its kitchen team. The club operates multiple premium restaurant spaces, private dining rooms and a busy events calendar, with fine dining and canapé service throughout. This is a hands-on role, working across multiple kitchens and functions in a luxury environment.The Chef de Partie would suit an experienced CDP looking for a new challenge and great work life balance.Every hour of overtime is paid!The Chef de Partie role
Run a section independently during busy services.Prepare and cook dishes to spec, ensuring quality and consistency.Support the senior chefs with prep, stock control and food safety.Work across multiple kitchens and outlets as required.Support private dining, canapé parties and functions.Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and organisation.
About you
Chef de Partie experience in a quality, high-volume kitchen.Strong knife skills and section management.Confident working under pressure in a luxury environment.Comfortable moving between outlets and events.A team player with a positive, hands-on attitude.Committed to food safety and high standards.
The package
40k total package + extra tronc available after probation45-hour week with a mix of shifts.Structured training and development.Work across multiple kitchens and premium events.Central London location.Luxury private members' club environment.
How to apply
If you are a Chef de Partie with premium restaurant experience send your CV to:Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.
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Senior Chef de Partie - Premium Private Members' Club - Central London up to 43kA Senior Chef de Partie role in a luxury private members' club with multiple food outlets, fine dining and premium events, working across a range of kitchens.An exclusive private members' club in Central London is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join its kitchen team. The club operates multiple premium restaurant spaces, private dining rooms and a busy events calendar, with fine dining and canapé service throughout.This is a hands-on role, working across multiple kitchens and functions in a luxury environment. The Senior Chef de Partie would suit an experienced CDP ready to step up, or a current Senior CDP looking for a new challenge and great work-life balance. Every hour of overtime is paid.The Senior Chef de Partie role
Run and manage all sections during busy services.Prepare and cook dishes to spec, ensuring quality and consistency.Train and support CDPs and Commis across the brigade.Help with orders and stock control.Support the senior chefs with prep and food safety.Work across multiple kitchens and outlets as required.Support private dining, canapé parties and functions.Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and organisation.
About you
Senior Chef de Partie or experienced Chef de Partie background.Strong knife skills and section management.Confident running sections in a luxury, high-volume environment.Comfortable moving between outlets and events.A hands-on leader who develops junior chefs.Committed to food safety and high standards.
The package
Up to 43k total package, plus extra tronc available after probation.45-hour week with a mix of shifts.Every hour of overtime is paid.Structured training and development.Work across multiple kitchens and premium events.Clear progression within a growing kitchen brigade.Central London location.Luxury private members' club environment.
How to apply
If you are a Senior Chef de Partie with premium restaurant experience, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.
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Area Executive Chef - Premium London Pub Group - London 65k plus bonusA multi-site Area Chef role leading around 10 fresh, food-led kitchens for one of London's leading independent pub groups.An award-winning London pub, bar and restaurant group is looking for an Group Chef to lead food across a portfolio of around 10 sites. The group operates more than 50 individual pubs, bars and restaurants across the capital, each with its own character, and has won national awards as both a managed pub company and a food-led pub company.This is a senior, hands-on Area Executive Chef/Group Chef/Operations Chef style role working alongside the Operations Team. The Area Executive Chef will set the standard for fresh seasonal food, drive kitchen profitability and develop the next generation of Head Chefs, within a business that continues to grow with new openings on the way.The Area Executive Chef role
Lead food standards, consistency and quality across around 10 London pubs, bars and restaurants.Work closely with Area Managers and the Operations Team on sales, GP and labour targets.Recruit, coach and develop Head Chefs and kitchen teams, building strong succession.Champion fresh seasonal produce and support menu development across the area.Drive food cost, stock control and margin through clear systems and regular kitchen reviews.Maintain uncompromising food safety, health and safety and allergen standards.Support new openings, refurbishments and the launch of new menus.
About you
Currently an Area Chef, Operations Chef or multi-site Executive Chef in a food-led hospitality business.Strong background in fresh, seasonal cooking within quality pubs, bars or restaurants.A people-first leader who spots talent and builds loyal, engaged kitchen teams.Commercially sharp with confident use of GP, labour and stock reporting.Detail-focused on standards, compliance and consistency across multiple sites.Authentic, collaborative and creative, with a drive to keep improving.
The package
65k package (basic salary and tronc combined).Bonus reviewed bi-annually, linked to sales growth across the area.28 days holiday plus a birthday off, enhanced maternity and paternity leave.Company pension, death in service cover and early wage access.Discounts across the group, cycle to work scheme, regular incentives and socials.
If you are an Area Executive Chef or Area Chef with multi-site, fresh food pub or restaurant experience and want to lead around 10 kitchens in a growing London group, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Reservations Manager – Luxury London Hotel Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceThis is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded hospitality professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences, maximising revenue and leading a high-performing reservations team within a luxury environment.As Reservations Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day reservations operation, ensuring every booking journey reflects the hotel's commitment to personalised service, attention to detail and the highest standards of luxury hospitality.Responsibilities:
Lead and develop the reservations team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement.Oversee all individual and group reservations, ensuring enquiries and bookings are handled efficiently, accurately and professionally.Maximise room revenue through effective yield management, upselling strategies and the optimisation of room inventory.Work closely with Revenue Management, Front Office, Sales and other key departments to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.Monitor booking trends, occupancy, average daily rate (ADR) and revenue performance, identifying opportunities to maximise profitability.Ensure all guest preferences, special requests and VIP arrangements are captured and communicated effectively.Maintain the highest standards of guest communication, ensuring all interactions are personalised and aligned with the hotel's brand standards.Manage team performance, training and development, supporting colleagues to reach their full potential.Review and improve reservations processes, systems and procedures to enhance efficiency and the overall guest experience.Ensure all reservations policies, payment procedures and administrative requirements are consistently followed.
Requirements:
We are looking for a confident and proactive hospitality professional with a strong background in reservations, ideally within a luxury hotel environment.Previous experience in a Reservations Manager or senior reservations leadership role within an upscale or luxury hotel.Strong commercial awareness, with a proven understanding of revenue optimisation, forecasting and yield management.Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire a team.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine passion for guest service.Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when managing multiple priorities.Confidence working with hotel property management systems (PMS) and central reservations systems.A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.A genuine appreciation for luxury hospitality and the importance of delivering a seamless guest journey.....Read more...
