Commercial Managing Director – leisure/hospitality– London (2 sites and growing) Location - London, Salary £100,000 I am looking out for a a commercially minded Managing Director to join a growing London based business operating across leisure with some hospitality. This is a smaller, fast-growing concept with a strong brand identity, and the focus is firmly on commercial growth, operational excellence, and scaling the business in the right way. The successful individual will take full ownership of the operation, working closely with the Founder and Creative Director to drive performance, structure, and long-term value. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can lead from the front, bring fresh commercial thinking, and has successfully grown a business before. The Managing Director Role
Full responsibility for the London operation with autonomy at MD/Operations Director level
Shape and deliver overall business strategy across operations, finance, and marketing
Lead day-to-day operations while driving commercial performance and growth
Build, develop, and support senior management teams
Implement SOPs and scalable operational frameworks
Identify and deliver new revenue streams, expansion, and growth opportunities
Ensure high service standards aligned to a luxury brand
Deliver strong financial and operational KPIs
Work closely with owners on key strategic and operational decisions
The Ideal Managing Director
MD / Operations Director / Regional or Cluster Director background
Experience in luxury hospitality and/or premium leisure (both ideal)
Strong commercial operator with a proven track record of growth
Experience running multi-revenue stream businesses
Financially strong with hands-on operational capability
Entrepreneurial, energetic, and comfortable working in a creative founder-led environment
London / European experience advantageous
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Relief Chef Manager – School’s – South London/Kent or North-East London – £38,000 - £42,000We're recruiting Relief Chef Managers for a leading education catering business operating across primary and secondary schools throughout London and the South-East.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager or Head Chef from education catering or B&I contract catering looking for a varied multi-site role with genuine work-life balance, strong support and excellent long-term progression opportunities.The Offer
£38,000 - £42,000 salaryTerm-time only + 2 additional working weeksMonday to Friday operationMileage and travel expenses paidCompany pension schemeFree meals on dutyOngoing training and developmentInternal progression opportunitiesStrong work-life balance
The Operation
Leading education catering business.Mixture of primary and secondary school contracts.Multi-site relief role supporting schools across the region.Fresh food-focused catering operations.Monday to Friday service.Supporting sites during holidays, vacancies, training and mobilisations.5 positions available across South London and Kent.5 positions available across North-East London.
The Role
Support multiple school catering operations across your region.Lead and develop kitchen teams on site.Manage food production and service standards.Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP and health & safety procedures.Manage stock control, ordering and food cost controls.Build strong relationships with school leadership teams.Support contract mobilisations and operational projects.Maintain high levels of customer service and client satisfaction.Drive consistency, standards and performance across sites.
About You
Previous Chef Manager or Head Chef experience.Education catering or B&I contract catering background essential.MUST have a driver’s licence and car.Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.
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Relief Chef – School’s – South London/Kent or North-East London – £34,000 - £36,000We're recruiting Relief Chefs for a leading education catering business operating across primary and secondary schools throughout London and the South-East.This is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie looking to move into education catering and enjoy a better work-life balance while still working in a variety of kitchens and environmentsThe Offer
£34,000 - £36,000 salaryTerm-time only + 2 additional working weeksMonday to Friday operationMileage and travel expenses paidCompany pension schemeFree meals on dutyOngoing training and developmentInternal progression opportunitiesStrong work-life balance
The Operation
Leading education catering business.Mixture of primary and secondary school contracts.Multi-site relief role supporting schools across the region.Fresh food-focused catering operations.Monday to Friday service.Supporting sites during holidays, vacancies, training and operational requirements.5 positions available across South London and Kent.5 positions available across North-East London.
The Role
Support kitchen teams across multiple school sites.Prepare and deliver fresh food to company standards.Assist with breakfast and lunch service.Support Head Chefs and Chef Managers during periods of absence.Maintain food safety, HACCP and health & safety standards.Assist with stock control and ordering where required.Adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and teams.Support contract mobilisations and new site openings.Deliver consistently high food quality and presentation standards.Build positive relationships with site teams and clients.
About You
Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie.School catering experience not essential.MUST have a driver’s licence and car.Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.
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We are working with a young and expanding hospitality brand with a fresh take on the industry. They pride themselves on creating a friendly, intimate, and unpretentious environment for both their guests and their tight-knit team.As they continue to grow, they are looking for a hands-on, strategic Finance Director to step in as maternity cover and lead the finance function through an exciting phase of development.As Finance Director (Maternity Cover), you will take full ownership of the finance function, ensuring continuity and stability across all financial operations – including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, funding, payroll, and tronc compliance.You will lead and develop a small finance team, build scalable systems, and work cross-functionally to support commercial priorities such as new site openings, cost control, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Financial Leadership
Lead the development and delivery of financial strategy aligned with business growth plans and commercial objectives, including new site openings, partnerships, and change projects.Provide clear financial insight and guidance to support high-quality decision-making across all departments.Translate data into action, ensuring financial performance supports revenue growth, profit improvement, and operational excellence.Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, supporting both head office and site-level initiatives.Prepare and present regular commercial summaries and board-style packs that translate performance into actionable insights.Develop scenario and sensitivity analysis to stress-test key assumptions and support strategic decision-making.
Financial Control & Governance
Own all internal financial reporting processes, including monthly management accounts, flash reporting, and performance reviews.Maintain compliance with all financial, legal, and statutory requirements (including audit, VAT, tax, Companies House, and accounting standards).Lead preparation of year-end accounts and manage relationships with external advisors including auditors and tax consultants.Implement and maintain scalable systems, controls, and policies that enable accuracy, transparency, and good governance.Continuously improve reporting systems and processes to drive better financial visibility and informed decision-making.Ensure timely and accurate delivery of reporting packs tailored for different stakeholder needs (e.g., internal leadership, funders, external advisors).
Payroll, Tronc & Compliance
Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accurate, timely payments in line with internal policies and external regulations.Maintain the relationship with the appointed Troncmaster, ensuring the tronc scheme is fair, transparent, and compliant with current legislation.Regularly review and audit payroll and tronc processes, with strong documentation and accountability in place.Support the People function with guidance on pay-related compliance and operational improvement.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
Lead the annual budgeting process, working cross-functionally to ensure clarity and accountability at every level.Develop rolling forecasts and long-term financial plans to support growth and investment strategies.Manage cashflow forecasting and treasury oversight, ensuring liquidity and planning agility.Build and maintain financial models for scenario planning, site investment, and risk assessment.
Banking, Funding & Investor Relations
Own relationships with banks and funding partners, ensuring appropriate facilities are in place and well-managed.Lead financial planning for capex and site rollout, including financing, return on investment analysis, and covenant monitoring.Coordinate financial updates, investment reporting, and performance insight required for external stakeholders.Ensure funding structures align with business priorities and growth objectives.Build and maintain detailed scenario-based models and sensitivity analyses to assess investment risk, business resilience, and growth planning.Collaborate cross-functionally to embed financial understanding and ownership into local site and departmental planning.
Operational & Commercial Support
Act as a senior business partner to Operations, People, Marketing, and Commercial teams, supporting initiatives across labour, sales, and cost of goods.Work with Operations and site management to drive financial accountability and identify margin improvement opportunities.Analyse commercial performance and contract effectiveness (e.g., suppliers, utilities), helping departments make value-led decisions.Provide financial insight and challenge in project scoping, business casing, and commercial reviews.Develop and roll out automated Power BI dashboards and tools to empower teams with real-time, self-serve insight.
Systems, Controls & Team Leadership
Lead, develop, and structure the finance team to deliver a high-performing, service-oriented function during the maternity cover period.Maintain a high standard of internal controls, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and compliance.Support succession planning and upskilling within the team, in line with the business’s value of developing the best people.Encourage continuous improvement by leveraging technology and team capability to streamline finance workflows.
Other Responsibilities
Stay up to date with regulatory, tax, and sector-specific developments, advising on any necessary changes or risks.Champion a values-led, commercially focused culture within and beyond the finance team.
Experience & Qualities Criteria
Minimum of 10 years experience at senior level finance (Head of Finance, FD)Proven success leading finance in a fast-paced, multi-site environment – ideally hospitality, leisure, or retail.Strong technical expertise across financial reporting, payroll, compliance, and controls.Hands-on experience managing payroll operations and third-party tronc schemes.Track record of building effective relationships with banks, investors, and funding partners.Highly analytical, with experience developing and interpreting financial models and business intelligence dashboards (Power BI or equivalent).Confident presenting strategic financial insights to senior stakeholders and investors.Available to commit to a 12–14 month maternity cover contract.
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Assistant General Manager – High-End Bar – London - £52,000 A fantastic establishment situated in Mayfair is actively seeking new and dynamic Assistant General Managerto join their exceptional team. This includes managing the floor, bustling bar, stunning hotel and function rooms alongside an amazing team in place. This is a very high-end pub group, known for amazing cocktails and a private members club feelAssistant General Manager
You will be working in a quality, premium or high-end environmentYou will have great people skills, not only with your customers but also with your peers and colleagues.Excellent presentation and communication skillsOutstanding service standards and confidence– we are looking for a great personality and a charismatic approach to serviceResponsible for leading your team
The Ideal Candidate
Great knowledge of restaurant management and pubsAble to run the day-to-day operation and be in chargeGood communicator and organised personality in order to have an efficient and smooth service.Be a good leader, drive, motivate and lead the team to push and take the operation to the next stepAbility to take your own decisions; you’ll be a go-getter
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to James McDermott or call 0207 790 2666COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia.To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you.Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
Assistant General Manager – Bustling City Bar - New Openings - £42,000 + Bonus This site is about music and atmosphere, crowd control, queue management, and maintaining a firm but professional door and security presence.We need someone with proven late-night experience who understands the pace and pressures of that environment, is confident managing licensing requirements and visits, and can de-escalate high risk situations calmly and effectively.This is a highly operational, logistics driven role. Hospitality is of course essential, but we’re specifically looking for someone with a strong understanding of risk management who can seamlessly transition the venue from daytime trading into a busy late-night operation.You’ll be joining a business that values creativity, innovation, and the people who make it all happen. From crafting inventive drinks to supporting the team and driving sales, this role offers a varied and rewarding day-to-day experienceWhat they are looking for:
1–2 years’ management experience in a premium, high-volume venueProven experience managing a venue with weekly turnover of £40k +Cocktail, wine, and beverage knowledge, with a passion for seasonal menus and creative drinksStrong financial acumen, including budgeting, labour management, and sales growth strategiesAbility to lead, mentor, and motivate a diverse team in a fast-paced environment Skilled in delivering operational excellence, including service standards, guest satisfaction, and team performanceEnergetic, ambitious, and driven to progress into a General Management role Comfortable with late-night trading, events, and high-volume servicePassion for people, hospitality, and innovation, with a desire to make an impact on a growing business
If you’re driven by quality drinks, vibrant service, and working with passionate people, this is your chance to be part of something special....Read more...
We are recruiting for a confidential role within a major, multi-site contract services organisation.You will lead investment governance, business case assurance, cost optimisation, and internal cost recovery models, partnering directly with the Regional CIO.The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant (10+ years PQE) with proven experience in technology or digital finance within a large-scale, contract-driven environment such as FM, outsourced services, retail, or logistics.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Business Partnering
Act as the trusted finance advisor to the senior leadership team, providing strategic insight and performance visibility.Partner with global team’s leads to monitor progress of both Run (BAU) and Build (project/transformation) activities, investigating variances and driving corrective action.Champion a culture of commercial challenge, continuous improvement, and innovation.
Financial Planning & Reporting
Lead the preparation of comprehensive annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).Own the fiscal year reporting cycle, including forecast updates, landing estimates, and period-end performance packs.Deliver high-quality, actionable management information and KPIs that translate complex data into clear executive-level insight.
Business Case & Investment Governance
Own the end-to-end development and assurance of robust financial business cases.Clearly articulate costs, benefits, cash flow, risks, and return on investment (ROI) to support transformation decisions, bids, and strategic growth initiatives.Challenge assumptions, evaluate scenarios, and ensure alignment with regional and global team strategy.
Cost Optimisation & Performance Improvement
Drive benchmarking and performance improvement initiatives across the service line, aligning with regional and global strategy.Identify structural risks, value opportunities, and efficiency improvements, translating insight into clear executive actions.Lead the coordination of business intelligence across the estate, improving data quality and establishing meaningful service benchmarks.
Internal Cost Recoveries & Governance
Own internal cost recovery and trading governance models, setting recharge rates and monitoring cost recovery and utilisation across segments.Track delivery of key projects, managing data outputs to bring clarity to the business and support decision-making.
Candidate ProfileQualifications & Experience
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a minimum of 10 years post-qualified experience.Significant experience in a finance business partnering role within a multi-service FM, outsourced services, or large-scale contract-driven environment.Essential: Proven experience supporting a technology, IT, or digital function – either as a dedicated IT finance lead or as a commercial finance leader with significant exposure to technology spend, ERP implementation, or digital transformation governance.Demonstrable experience of analysing business opportunities and making decisions with incomplete or complex data.Excellent financial modelling skills and the ability to build robust business cases.
Technical & Soft Skills
Advanced Excel and experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Power BI).Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders, including CIOs and domain technical leads.Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across organisational boundaries.A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on service excellence.
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Head of Operations - New Brand LaunchLocation: LondonSalary: Up to £100,000 + BonusThis isn't about maintaining an existing estate.This is about helping build something from the ground up.A well-backed hospitality business is preparing to roll out an exciting new restaurant concept and is looking for a Head of Operations to help shape the journey. You'll work closely with the founders and senior leadership team to build the operational foundations, culture, and structure required to scale successfully.The business already has ambitious plans, but they're looking for someone who can turn those plans into reality - creating an operation that is commercially strong, people-focused, and built to grow.The Role:
Lead the operational rollout of a new restaurant conceptBuild the systems, standards and operating model that will support future growthRecruit, develop and inspire high-performing management teamsCreate a culture that people want to be part ofOversee new openings from pre-launch through to stabilisationDrive performance across people, product, service and profitabilityWork closely with senior stakeholders to shape the future direction of the brandEnsure consistency whilst maintaining the personality and energy of a growing businessTake ownership of operational budgets, labour models and commercial performanceAct as the bridge between strategy and execution
The Person:
Currently operating at Head of Operations, Operations Director or Senior Operations Manager levelStrong multi-site restaurant experience within a premium hospitality environmentProven experience opening and scaling conceptsCommercially astute with a strong understanding of P&L managementPassionate about people development and building strong culturesComfortable operating in an entrepreneurial and evolving environmentHands-on when needed but capable of thinking strategicallyStrong communicator who can influence at every levelEnergetic, ambitious and excited by growthSomeone who wants to leave their mark on a brand rather than simply manage one
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Business Development Executive – Leading Drinks Portfolio - London - up to £35,000 + package I’m super excited to be working with our client and their exciting drinks business, who’s brands are some of my favourites and some of the most well known in the country.We’re looking for a driven, hungry and charismatic Sales Executive to drive the business in the London On and Off trade. This person will be responsible for finding NEW business and GROWING existing business. If you are good at building and nurturing relationships, then this is the role for youIt’s an exciting opportunity to break and build into the drinks industry and help grow exciting products. This is the perfect opportunity for someone to level up their sales game having worked in a similar junior sales role.What the role offers?
A competitive salaryHands-on experience in a fast growing and evolving drinks categoryOpportunity to develop sales skills and progress within the businessLondon based field workTravelcard expense
What the Sales Executive will:
Build and grow sales across the London On and Off tradeCarry out face-to-face meetings, tastings and staff training sessionsManage and expand existing accountsCollaborate with wholesalers to unlock new business and increase distributionRepresent and champion the brands you work withWork toward sales targets and KPIs
The Ideal Sales Executive:
Outgoing, confident and relationship drivenKeen interest in the drinks industryEager to learn and build a career in salesCommercially aware with a customer-first mindsetComfortable using CRM systemsExpert time management and planning skills
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Paraplanner - Financial Planning Product SpecialistFintech Startup -Product & Technology BuildBasic Salary £60,000 to £70,000 DOELondon Based, Hybrid WorkingReady to use your financial planning expertise to help build the future of advice technology?Are you an experienced Paraplanner looking for something beyond the traditional financial planning environment?We are an ambitious London-based fintech startup developing technology designed to transform how financial planning and regulated advice are delivered. Our mission is to make advice processes smarter, more efficient, more consistent and easier to scale.This is a rare opportunity to step away from a traditional adviser support role and apply your financial planning expertise in a completely different way.Working at the heart of our product development team, you will help shape innovative technology used by financial advisers, paraplanners and advice firms. Your real-world experience will directly influence how our platform is designed, built, tested and improved.If you are curious about technology, automation and the future of financial advice, this could be the perfect next step in your career.The RoleAs our Paraplanner / Financial Planning Product Specialist, you will act as the bridge between financial planning practice and technology development.You will work closely with our product, engineering, design and compliance teams, helping translate complex financial planning processes into intuitive technology solutions.Drawing on your experience within a regulated advice environment, you'll provide subject matter expertise across suitability reporting, fact-finding, recommendation processes, adviser workflows and Consumer Duty requirements.This is a genuinely influential role where your expertise will help shape the future direction of both our product and business.Responsibilities include:
Provide subject matter expertise on financial planning, paraplanning and regulated advice processesHelp define and improve end-to-end advice journeys within the platformSupport the design of suitability report templates, recommendation structures and client outputsTranslate adviser and paraplanner requirements into product features, workflows and user storiesWork closely with product managers, designers, engineers and compliance specialistsReview functionality for technical accuracy, usability and alignment with industry best practiceHelp develop workflows covering pensions, investments, protection, retirement planning and suitability requirementsIdentify opportunities for automation and process improvementSupport testing, product demonstrations and user feedback sessionsAssist in the creation of documentation, guidance materials and training content
The ideal candidateWe're looking for someone who combines strong technical financial planning knowledge with a genuine interest in innovation and technology.You will likely have experience as a:
ParaplannerSenior ParaplannerTechnical Support SpecialistFinancial Planning SpecialistSimilar role within a regulated financial advice environment
Essential Requirements
Diploma in Regulated Financial PlanningExperience within a UK regulated financial advice environmentStrong understanding of suitability reporting and recommendation processesKnowledge of Consumer Duty and FCA regulatory requirementsExperience across pensions, investments, protection and retirement planningStrong written communication and attention to detailAbility to explain complex financial planning concepts to non-specialistsComfortable working in a fast-moving and evolving environmentInterest in technology, automation and improving how advice is delivered
Desirable
Experience using financial planning software, CRMs or cashflow modelling toolsExposure to technology projects, process redesign or workflow automationInterest in product development, user testing or business analysis
This is not a client-facing advisory role and you will not be providing regulated advice to end clients.It is also not a traditional paraplanning support position. Instead, your expertise will directly influence how financial planning technology is designed, developed and brought to market.We offer the following:
Opportunity to shape a financial planning technology product from an early stageA highly visible role with genuine influence on product developmentExposure to product, engineering, design, compliance and startup operationsFlexible and hybrid working arrangementsSupport for professional development and relevant qualificationsA collaborative, innovative and fast-moving environmentCompetitive salary of £60,000 to £70,000 depending on experience
Interested? Apply now with your up to date CV. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
CRM & Marketing Data Analyst – Luxury Hotel Brand, LondonLocation: Central London (Full-time office-based) Salary: £45,000 + BenefitsAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a CRM & Marketing Data Analyst to join the head office team of a prestigious luxury hospitality and lifestyle hotel brand based in Central London.This role is ideal for an analytical and commercially minded individual who enjoys transforming customer data into meaningful insights that drive engagement, marketing performance, and business growth. Working closely with CRM, Marketing, Digital, and Commercial teams, you will play a key role in developing a deeper understanding of customer behaviour and supporting data-led decision-making across the organisation.Responsibilities:
Maintain and enhance customer data quality across CRM, loyalty, booking, and digital platforms.Analyse customer behaviour, engagement trends, and lifetime value to identify actionable insights.Develop audience segmentation strategies to support targeted marketing campaigns and customer engagement initiatives.Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance tracking tools.Support analysis of website performance, digital journeys, and customer booking behaviour.Work closely with internal stakeholders to translate complex data into clear business recommendations.Ensure data governance, privacy, and compliance standards are maintained across all customer data processes.Contribute to customer personalisation, retention, and acquisition strategies through data-driven insights.
Requirements:
Previous experience within CRM, Customer Insights, Marketing Analytics, or Data Analytics.Strong analytical skills with experience working with large datasets.Advanced Excel skills and confidence handling customer data.Experience building dashboards and automated reporting frameworks.Knowledge of Google Analytics or similar digital analytics platforms.Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights to non-technical stakeholders.Experience within hospitality, travel, luxury, loyalty, retail, or membership-based businesses would be advantageous.....Read more...
Commercial Manager – B Corp Certified Soft Drinks Business – London – up to £50,000My client is a different kind of soft drinks company. Not only are they an award-winning and purpose-led soft drinks business operating in a super competitive space but also, their products just taste amazing. Oh, they are B Corp certified as well.With sustainability, ethical sourcing and positive social impact at the heart of its mission, the company has built a strong reputation for combining high-quality RTDs with meaningful change and delicious taste!They are on the lookout for an experienced Commercial Sales Manager with 4+ years’ experience selling into the OOH channels across London. Someone who knows how to open doors, win business and nurture that business. Someone with high energy and a hunter mentality. Someone who manages multiple relationships with purpose.Every day is different and being part of this team will give you real value!What the Commercial Manager Role Offers:
Competitive salary packageUp to 10% annual bonusOpportunity to join a fast-growing, values-driven FMCG businessHigh level of ownership and visibility within a commercially focused leadership roleOpportunity to work with purpose-led products and make a tangible business impactLondon-based office location (2 days a week) with flexible travel opportunitiesOther travel requirements across the UK
Key Commercial Manager Responsibilities:
Manage and develop relationships with sales agenciesDrive sales growth across all OOH spacesMonitor sales performance and provide support when necessarySupport and lead negotiations with national accounts and key customersBuild and execute joint business plans to strengthen customer partnershipsPartner closely with marketing teams to align customer strategies with brand plansSupport trade marketing initiatives, activations and promotional campaignsUse understanding of industry to guide and develop strategies
Ideal Commercial Manager Qualities:
Experienced drinks FMCG person with a passion for the industryStrong understanding of managing multiple sales channelsExperience managing wholesaler relationshipsProven experience managing distributors, agencies or third-party sales partners4+ years’ experience across sales, account management or commercial rolesExperience managing national account relationships and customer partnershipsStrong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L ownership and budget managementEntrepreneurial, proactive and commercially driven mindsetPassion for working within purpose-led or challenger brandsFlexibility for occasional UK travel
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Wok Chef 40-42kWok Chef de Partie – Asian Restaurant Group – Central London – £16 – £17 per hour (48 hours per week)Join London's most iconic Asian restaurants. We are seeking skilled Wok CDPs for busy, high-volume kitchens.We are partnering with a prestigious Asian restaurant group to recruit Wok Chef de Partie roles for two of their flagship London venues. These are hands-on roles for experienced wok chefs comfortable in high-pressure, high-volume environments.The Role:
Wok Chef de Partie – running a busy wok sectionHigh-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment48-hour contract per weekShift patterns vary – typically around 11am – 10pm (morning, afternoon, or evening starts depending on rota and business needs)
The Ideal Candidate:
Experienced Wok CDP with strong wok skillsComfortable in high-volume Asian kitchensReliable, consistent, and able to work under pressureAvailable for immediate start
Why Apply?
Hourly rate: £16 – £17 per hourHours: 48 hours per weekIconic venues: Work at two of London's most famous Asian restaurantsImmediate start for the right candidates
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Sous Chef – High-Volume 45kSoutheast Asian Restaurant, Central London We are looking for a talented Sous Chef to join a busy, premium casual dining restaurant in Soho serving bold Southeast Asian-inspired dishes in a high-volume, branded environment.This is a great opportunity for a strong, hands-on Sous Chef with experience in fast-paced kitchens, large covers, and high standards. The site is well-established, with a loyal following and a menu built around comfort, sharing, and consistent quality.The role will suit someone who thrives in a structured kitchen, enjoys leading service, and can support a talented senior head chef team. Strong organisation, calm delivery under pressure, and a genuine appreciation for flavour-led cooking are essential.Responsibilities
Support the senior kitchen team in daily operations.Deliver consistent service in a high-volume environment.Maintain quality, standards, and kitchen discipline.Support stock, ordering, and team management.Help uphold the brand’s style and consistency.
What we’re looking for
Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy premium casual or branded restaurant.Confident working in a high-volume kitchen.Strong Southeast Asian or Asian cuisine background preferred.A team player with good leadership and communication skills.Well organised, reliable, and calm under pressure.
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Executive Chef – Head of R&D 80-100k London Up to 6 months contract (potential for permanent) We need a high-level chef who thinks like a scientist. This is precision-engineered flavour development. Not a traditional kitchen. Not a restaurant. This is systems-driven R&D at the highest level.We're looking for someone who can take an already-defined sensory vision and turn it into repeatable, scalable systems. You'll be running structured testing cycles, refining flavour and aroma through controlled experimentation, and documenting everything with forensic detail.This is for chefs who have worked in top development-led environments like Noma, The Fat Duck, Disfrutar, or Mugaritz.What you'll do:
Lead daily R&D in a development kitchenRun controlled tests on flavour, texture, coating, and aromaDocument trials with absolute precisionTurn concepts into scalable recipes and systemsWork with external suppliers and partners
Who you are:
Highly analytical, structured, and obsessive about detailDeep understanding of how flavour behaves and how to build systemsHands-on with sous-vide, vacuum systems, precision equipmentStrong documentation and process discipline
The deal:
4–6 month contract (could go permanent)London-based development kitchenFull-time commitmentA rare chance to work outside the restaurant model at the highest level
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CDP 40kChef de Partie – Premium Mediterranean Restaurant – Mayfair, London – 40kJoin a new premium Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Mayfair. We're looking for a solid, reliable CDP to work in an open kitchen. Training availableWe're partnering with a new opening in Mayfair – a premium Mediterranean and Greek concept with an open kitchen, stone oven, and charcoal grill. The food is high-end, using quality ingredients.The Restaurant:
70 seats7 chefs on shift, 12 in brigadeOpen 7 days a week – two doubles, potential for 4 on 3 off
The CDP Role:
Work across multiple sections – flexibility is keySupport the Head Chef in daily kitchen operationsMaintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygieneBe willing to learn – training available on butchery and whole animal breakdownHit the ground running
The Ideal CDP:
Solid, reliable, and hardworkingWilling to learn and ask questionsComfortable in a high-pressure environmentFlexible across sections – not tied to one station
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Head Pastry Chef – Events & Catering – London – £55,000 - £70,000We're recruiting a Head Pastry Chef for one of London's leading premium events and catering businesses.This is a rare opportunity for a creative, food-led pastry chef looking for genuine ownership, minimal administration and the chance to deliver exceptional pastry across everything from intimate fine dining experiences to large-scale hospitality events.The Offer
£55,000 - £70,000 salary80% Monday to Friday operationTypically, 1-2 evening events per weekTime off in lieu provided45 hours per weekCompany pension schemeFree meals on dutyUniform providedOngoing training and developmentExcellent work-life balance for the events sector
The Operation
Premium London events and catering business.Based from a modern Central Production Unit in North London.Delivery across some of London's most exciting venues and events.Strong existing culinary team and support structure.Dedicated pastry kitchen and specialist pastry facilities.Diverse portfolio of private, corporate and public events.
The Food
High-end tasting menus.Fine dining and private dinner experiences.Premium canapés, desserts and hospitality offerings.Large-scale event catering and gala dinners.Seasonal, creative and presentation-led pastry.Opportunity to shape and develop new pastry concepts.
The Role
Lead all pastry production across events and hospitality.Create innovative desserts, pastries and tasting menu elements.Take ownership of pastry menu development and presentation.Manage pastry preparation for both intimate and large-scale events.Train, mentor and develop junior pastry chefs.Maintain exceptional quality, consistency and organisation.Work closely with the senior culinary team on event planning and delivery.
About You
Proven Head Pastry Chef, Executive Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef experience.Strong fine dining, hospitality, events or premium catering background.Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.
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Learning & Development Manager – Luxury Hospitality Group Location: London Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefitsA luxury hospitality business is looking to appoint its first dedicated Learning & Development Manager. This is a newly created role with full accountability for shaping how training, development and leadership progression is delivered across the group.The business has grown significantly and now requires someone who can bring structure, consistency and ownership to Learning & Development. You'll review what already exists, identify gaps, create clear learning pathways and build a framework that supports both current operations and future growth.This is a highly visible role, working closely with senior leadership to ensure the business develops exceptional people, exceptional managers and future leaders.The Role:
Take full ownership of Learning & Development across the groupReview, refine and consolidate existing training resources and materialsBuild and implement a structured learning framework across all operational departmentsCreate clear onboarding programmes, training pathways and development plansDesign leadership development programmes for current and future managersDevelop apprenticeship and succession planning initiativesLead the creation of training manuals, learning content and operational development toolsDeliver training where required and ensure consistency across the businessWork closely with operational leaders to identify development opportunities and skills gapsPartner with external providers to enhance specialist learning programmesSupport the delivery of long-term people and growth strategies across the groupTake full accountability for the ongoing evolution of Learning & Development within the business
The Person:
Strong Learning & Development background within hospitality or luxury hospitalityExperience creating and implementing L&D frameworks rather than simply facilitating training sessionsLibe and breathe learning – this will be something you’re passionate about in your personal life as wellProven ability to build structure, process and learning pathways from the ground upComfortable influencing and partnering with senior stakeholders across multiple departmentsCommercially minded with a clear understanding of how development drives performanceConfident presenter with the credibility to engage teams at all levelsHighly organised, self-sufficient and able to work autonomouslyBrings energy, passion and a genuine commitment to developing peoplePrevious operational hospitality experience is highly desirableUnderstands luxury hospitality standards and has a genuine appreciation for what exceptional service looks and feels like
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Restaurant Manager, Zone 1 £55,000 - £60,000 Central London – Central East London You MUST come from a night volume leading company in London to apply and enjoy late nights A growing London hospitality group with 7 high-energy sites is looking for a standout Restaurant Manager to join the team. Operating across bars, restaurants and late-night venues, this is a business known for atmosphere, strong culture and real career progression with a new site already planned for 2027. Exciting times. This Group is for you, IF YOU LOVE what you do, and you have a real passion for the sector and you are very much a people focus Manager This role is perfect for a hands-on Restaurant Manager or strong Assistant GM who thrives in busy, people-focused environments and wants to move quickly towards General Manager. What they’re looking for:
Current Restaurant Manager or Assistant GM – HIGH VOLUME
Experience in busy bars, restaurants or late-night venues
Energetic, people-driven leader
Guest experience focused
Comfortable in fast-paced, high-volume operations
Ambitious and keen to progress
Enjoy a casual business, with a strong offering
What’s on offer:
Clear progression to General Manager
Growing group with multiple sites
Supportive, fun and hard-working culture
Competitive salary + bonus
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Operations Director – Restaurant BusinessLocation: LondonSalary: £100,000 - £125,000 + BonusThe business is entering its next chapter following a significant period of change and investment. The foundations are in place, the estate is profitable, the leadership team is evolving, and there is genuine appetite to grow. What is needed now is an operational leader who can help shape what comes next.This is a great opportunity to join a sizeable hospitality business at a pivotal point in its journey. You'll work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, helping to create the operating model, people strategy and structure that will support future growth.The Role:
Lead and develop a team of experienced multi-site operatorsBuild an operational framework that delivers consistency without losing personalityCreate clear standards across service, labour, productivity and guest experienceDrive continuous improvement across people, process and performancePartner with senior stakeholders to shape long-term business strategyEnsure people remain at the heart of every operational decisionChallenge existing ways of working and identify opportunities to improve efficiencySupport the evolution of systems, technology and ways of workingHelp create a platform that gives the business confidence to grow
Success in this role will look like:
A stronger, more scalable operating modelHigh-performing and engaged operational teamsImproved consistency across the estateClear accountability and development pathways for leadersA business that is operationally ready for future expansionStrong investor confidence built on robust operational foundations
The Person:
Currently operating at Operations Director OR Head of Operations of a 30+ estateExperienced leading multi-site hospitality businessesCommercially astute with a strong understanding of people, performance and profitabilityStrategic enough to shape direction, but practical enough to executeNaturally collaborative and comfortable working alongside senior stakeholdersCurious, analytical and always looking for ways to improveCalm, measured and credibleHigh-performing without the ego
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Guest Experience Manager - Maitre D’ – Beautiful site – London up to £55,000MY CLIENT IS LOOKING FOR… CHARISMA UNIQUENESS NERVE AND TALENT!!! #saynomore This is a fantastic opportunity to join a premium restaurant as Guest Experience Manager in an enviable location in London, this will be kept short and sweet, you have to change to be the face of the venue in London, overseeing everything customer facing, within this stunning business in Mayfair Duties for the Guest Experience Manager -Maitre D’:
Be the face for this businessMeeting and greeting guests on arrivalManaging a large team of front of house staffAccepting table reservations and managing the systemMaintaining a clean, stylist reception areaTaking calls, messages and enquiries - the whole booking systemMaintaining and updating reservations systems – setting SOP’s
The Guest Experience Manager -Maitre D’:
Needs to be polished, enthusiastic and work to high standardsWork in a professional yet friendly mannerBe a team player and assist where requiredHave good communication skills and be able to liaise with the teamBe able to manage strong senior receptionistsMust have solid restaurant reception experience at a senior level
If this sounds like somewhere you can see yourself and the role is one you can see yourself excelling at click apply Now, email your CV to Stuart Hills OR call 0207 790 2666COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Head of Hospitality, London, £90,000 - £100,000 + BonusNEW OPENING… NEW OPENING…. NEW OPENING An exciting new hospitality concept is coming to London, and we are delighted to be partnering with the business to recruit an exceptional Head of Hospitality.This is a rare opportunity to join a high-profile operation ahead of launch and play a key role in shaping what promises to be one of London's most exciting hospitality openings. The Head of Hospitality will take ownership of the guest experience, operational delivery, people strategy, and commercial performance, ensuring the venue launches successfully and establishes itself as a market-leading destination. This will be a wet led venue with strong food sales and a restaurant attached, days, nights and evening would be required. What You'll Do:
Lead the hospitality operation through the pre-opening and launch phasesBuild, recruit, and develop a high-performing management and operational teamDrive exceptional guest experiences across multiple hospitality offeringsDevelop operational standards, service procedures, and best practicesEnsure strong financial performance through effective budget and P&L managementBuild a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellenceWork closely with senior leadership to support the long-term growth of the business
What We're Looking For:We are looking for an experienced hospitality leader with a proven track record of managing large-scale, premium hospitality operations. You will be commercially astute, passionate about guest experience, and capable of leading high-performing teams within fast-paced, high-volume environments. Experience within hospitality-led businesses, premium restaurants, leisure, entertainment, or multi-faceted venues would be highly advantageous. You will be hands-on, energetic, and comfortable working within an ambitious and entrepreneurial business. Previous experience supporting a major opening, launch, or period of growth would be beneficial, but above all, we are seeking someone with the leadership, drive, and vision to help establish one of London's most exciting new hospitality destinations.Apply today by contacting Stuart Hills on 0207 790 2666.Follow COREcruitment on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X for the latest hospitality opportunities.....Read more...
Chief Operations Officer – Hospitality, Hospitality, retail £150/170kLocation: London Candidates must be London-basedDo you understand, leisure, hospitality and retail, can you help with this start up? can you add value and structure to this one-of-a-kind business coming to London… your chance to work in an independent, founder, leader and help bring this vision to life This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic and growing hospitality business. The group is at the growth stage building on this new reputation to bring this new concept to London, and help with the next phase of growth, strategy, and long-term vision.The founders are looking for a commercially driven and people-first COO who can help steer the business forward, drive sales performance, strengthen operations, and elevate the overall customer experience across the venues, two venues. This is a genuine opportunity to have a major impact on the direction of the business, if you like the crazy world of hospitality and you can manage up and down this could be for you, have you been exposure to large scale events in London, then keep reading?The Chief Operations Officer Role:
Drive commercial growth, increase sales performance, and identify new revenue opportunities across the estate.Oversee day-to-day operations while empowering senior leadership teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.Support the continued evolution of the concept, ensuring operational excellence and consistency across all venues.Work closely with the founders to shape the long-term growth strategy and future expansion plans.Build high-performing teams and create a culture that attracts, develops, and retains top hospitality talent.Deliver clear leadership across operations, people, marketing, sales, and customer experience.Help refine the business proposition and strengthen its market position within the competitive London hospitality scene.
Who We’re Looking For:
Proven senior hospitality leader (COO, Managing Director, or similar) with strong multi-site experience.Strong background within bars, premium hospitality, events or late-night hospitality businesses.Commercially driven with a proven ability to grow sales and drive business performance.Inspirational people leader who can build culture and lead large operational teams.Strategic thinker with experience helping shape long-term business direction and growth.Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to balance big-picture thinking and hands-on leadership.
This is a standout opportunity for a highly capable operator who wants to make a genuine impact in a growing, ambitious hospitality business.Contact Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666 to hear more ....Read more...
Head of Foodservice – Iconic Scaling Drinks brand – London – Salary Negotiable plus package I am very excited to be partnered with one of the most publicized and growing brands in the market now. This brand has shown an exceptional level of performance, with a range of categories defining products and an iconic founder team. When you think green, you think of these guys!As the Head of Foodservice and OOH you will be responsible for driving growth across the Out-of-home and Foodservice channels, with direct responsibility for commercial P&L, team leadership, product launching and growth in the sector. The Head of Foodservice will be hands on, winning business and managing the strategy.This role will be based in a London office for 5 days per week, and cover all areas from wholesale through to coffee chains, leisure and independent retail. What You’ll Get
Competitive salary, bonus and travel allowanceFun, dynamic and supportive working cultureChance to shape and lead the full channel with a category defining brand.
Channel Director role includes:
Lead and execute the commercial strategy across the Foodservice and Out of Home sectorsIdentify, target and win new business with key operators, groups, and hospitality accountsManage and expand relationships with wholesalers, distributors, and key route to market partners.Oversee national and regional account relationships, ensuring high levels of engagement and performanceManage relationships with sales agencies to deliver on KPI’s and ensure brand advocacy.Line manage a team of high performing account managers, setting clear goals, supporting development, and driving resultsCollaborate with marketing, operations, and brand teams to create compelling campaigns and customer offersOwn forecasting, pricing strategy, promotional planning, and margin management for your channelMonitor trends and competitor activity to inform decision making and maintain competitive advantage
The ideal Channel Director candidate:
Proven experience in a commercial, sales, or account management leadership role within the FMCG industry (Foodservice and OOH is essential)Strong network across the Foodservice and Out of Home sectorsTrack record of successfully managing and developing high-performing sales teamsSolid understanding of route to market structures and wholesale operationsCommercially astute with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skillsAmbitious, self-motivated and target-driven, with strong leadership presenceBased in London and able to travel regularly for meetings and trade engagement
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
National Account Manager (Convenience / Wholesale) – Established Soft Drinks – London – Up to £60,000 plus package This company an established soft drinks business in the UK, with a range of phenomenal products and listings across all of the key grocery accounts. The business has seen significant success in the past few years and is looking to grow across multiple channels.The National Account Manager will fundamentally drive the Out of Home side of the business – building the product range into Convenience and Wholesale. The National Account Manager will need to build on a pipeline of prospective stockers, work alongside buyers and build the wholesale channel for the business.The ideal candidate will have experience working with the Convenience sector along with a network of contacts within wholesale. The National Account Manager Responsibilities
Proactively identify, target, and secure new national and regional convenience opportunities.Leverage your existing black book of contacts to open doors and accelerate growthLead negotiations and onboarding of new customers
Own and develop a portfolio of national and strategic accountsBuild strong, long-term relationships with buyers, operators, and key stakeholdersDeliver joint business plans that drive volume, value, and brand visibility
Full P&L responsibility for your accountsLead pricing, margins, promotions, and contract negotiationsForecast accurately and manage budgets in line with business targetsWork cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and finance to deliver commercial plans
Identify channel trends, gaps, and growth opportunities within foodserviceAct as the voice of the customer internally, helping shape range, activation, and innovation
The ideal National Account Manager Candidate:
Demonstrable experience as a National Account Manager (or equivalent) within wholesale and convenience.A strong black book of relevant contacts across operators, contract caterers, and/or distributorsProven success in new business wins as well as growing established accountsSolid commercial and financial acumen, including pricing and margin managementExcellent negotiation, relationship-building, and influencing skillsA proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a results-driven approach
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
