Restaurant Manager - Luxury Hotel, GloucestershireSalary: NegotiableWe are looking for an exceptional Restaurant Manager to join the team at a beautiful luxury hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds.This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional who thrives in a high-end environment and takes genuine pride in delivering outstanding food, service and guest experiences.As Restaurant Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, working closely with the wider senior management team to ensure consistently high standards across every aspect of the guest journey. You will be responsible for leading the restaurant team, ensuring an exceptional level of service and creating an environment where both guests and colleagues feel valued.Responsibilities:
Leading, motivating and developing the restaurant team.Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the restaurant.Delivering consistently exceptional service and maintaining luxury service standards.Ensuring smooth and efficient restaurant operations across breakfast, lunch and dinner.Working closely with the kitchen and wider hotel teams to ensure an excellent guest experience.Managing rotas, training, performance and team development.Maintaining strong knowledge of the food and beverage offering and confidently communicating this to guests.Supporting the management of budgets, stock, costs and other commercial aspects of the operation.Handling guest feedback professionally and ensuring any issues are resolved quickly and effectively.Helping to drive standards, culture and continuous improvement within the restaurant.
Requirements:
Previous management experience within a luxury hotel, restaurant or high-end hospitality environment.A strong understanding of exceptional food and beverage service.Excellent communication and leadership skills.A warm, confident and personable approach with both guests and colleagues.Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.The ability to remain calm and organised in a fast-paced environment.A genuine passion for developing and motivating a team.High standards and a hands-on approach to management.Most importantly, you will be someone who wants to be part of a beautiful property, is passionate about creating memorable experiences and takes pride in delivering service that goes above and beyond.....Read more...
Lead Development Chef / Head Development ChefLocation: Flax Bourton, BristolSalary: £52,000–£53,000 + benefitsMonday–Friday | UK travel + occasionally EuropeWe are seeking an experienced, creative and commercially minded Lead Development Chef / Head Development Chef to join a highly successful specialist food business based at their beautiful innovations centre near Bristol.With over 35 years' experience, the business develops innovative food-on-the-move solutions for leading brands across the UK and internationally. It is a B Corp certified, Carbon Neutral organisation with a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where innovation, sustainability and people are at the heart of the business.The RoleTo lead the development of exciting, commercially viable food-on-the-move ranges across the clients customer base — from first idea through to launch.The Lead Development Chef owns the creative and technical direction of NPD. They hold the day-to-day development relationship with key customers, turn a brief into a range that hits the target cost and the operational reality of the outlet, and sign it off as ready for manufacture.They also lead and develop the development chef team, setting the standards the NPD kitchen works to.You will:• Lead and mentor two Development Chefs.• Develop innovative, commercially viable food ranges.• Manage key customer relationships and present concepts and products.• Manage multiple NPD projects to brief, cost, margin and deadline.• Lead trials and support successful manufacturing scale-up.• Ensure recipes and specifications are accurate and commercially achievable.• Work closely with Technical, Manufacturing and Commercial teams.• Maintain high standards of food safety, HACCP, hygiene and kitchen control.• Identify emerging food, ingredient and consumer trends.• Travel across the UK, with occasional European travel.About YouYou will be a proactive, blue-sky-thinking chef and excellent team player with outstanding communication skills and commercial awareness.Ideally you will have:• 5+ years' experience in NPD, food manufacturing or high-volume commercial kitchens.• Proven experience taking products from concept to launch.• Experience leading or mentoring chefs.• Strong understanding of scale-up, costing and margins.• Excellent recipe costing and specification skills.• Customer-facing and presentation experience.• Food-related qualification, e.g. NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery.• Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene.• Full, clean UK driving licence.Retail, food-to-go, foodservice, international, fine-dining or HACCP experience would be advantageous.The OpportunityA fantastic opportunity to combine culinary creativity, customer interaction and senior NPD leadership, working with major brands and a wide variety of food products.If you are passionate about food, a natural leader, creative thinker and commercially focused chef, this could be an excellent next career move.Alternative job titles may include Head of Food Development, Head of Culinary Development, Head of NPD Food, Development Chef Lead, Food Innovation & Development Lead, Head of Culinary Innovation, Senior Development Chef, NPD Chef Manager, Head of Product Development Food....Read more...
Junior Project Manager – Construction & Fit-OutLocation: New York, NY Salary: $120,000–$130,000 Industry: Restaurant / HospitalityWe’re working with a growing global restaurant brand that’s looking for a Junior Project Manager to help turn new restaurant locations from plans on paper into places people can actually walk into, eat in and enjoy.You’ll get involved in a bit of everything, working with designers and contractors, keeping timelines moving, coordinating equipment and suppliers, and getting out on-site to see the projects come together.If you’re looking to build your career in restaurant development, enjoy being hands-on and want to learn from people who know the industry inside and out, this could be a really fun opportunity.What You’ll Do
Help keep restaurant projects moving from the early planning stages right through to opening dayWork with contractors, architects, designers and suppliers to make sure everyone is on the same pageHelp coordinate everything from kitchen equipment and furniture to millwork and other project needsGet involved in site meetings, walk-throughs and progress checksReview plans and drawings and make sure the important details don’t get missedKeep track of budgets, invoices, changes and all the little pieces that keep a project running smoothlyHelp with final inspections, punch lists and getting the restaurant ready for openingSpot potential issues early and jump in to help get things sorted
About You
Background in construction, project coordination, development or a related fieldA degree in construction, engineering, architecture, facilities or a related field is a plusYou can make sense of plans, drawings and project documentsNaturally organized and good at keeping lots of moving pieces under controlA confident communicator who is happy to chase an update when something is holding things upCurious, practical and keen to learnYou don’t mind getting out of the office and getting stuck in on-site
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General Manager – Premium Coastal Restaurant – Jersey - £55,000 + Free AccommodationWe’re looking for an exceptional General Manager to take the lead at one of Jersey’s standout hospitality venues – a high-profile, all-day restaurant and bar in an incredible coastal setting.This is a substantial operation with a strong food and beverage offering busy seasonal trade and a fantastic outdoor space. From breakfast and relaxed daytime dining through to cocktails, dinner and private events, it’s a venue with multiple revenue streams and plenty of opportunity for an ambitious GM to make their mark.We need a commercial, hands-on and people-focused operator who knows how to run a busy venue properly while still delivering the kind of guest experience that keeps people coming back.The Package
£45,000 BaseTRONC on top and BonusFree Accommodation Tax Benefits from living on the Island
The Role
As General Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the day-to-day and commercial performance of the business.You’ll lead and develop a sizeable front and back of house team, work closely with the kitchen leadership and ensure consistently high standards across food, drink, service and atmosphere.Key responsibilities will include:Full P&L ownership and delivery against budgetDriving sales, profitability and overall venue performanceRecruiting, developing and retaining a high-performing teamMaintaining excellent standards of service and guest experienceManaging labour, stock, margins and controllable costsWorking closely with the Head Chef to deliver a strong and consistent food offerMaximising revenue across dining, drinks, outdoor trade and private eventsBuilding a strong culture of accountability, hospitality and developmentEnsuring the venue is operationally excellent, compliant and always ready for a busy serviceIdentifying opportunities to grow the business and strengthen its position in the local market
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll already be operating at General Manager level within a quality, high-volume restaurant, bar or premium pub environment, or be a very strong Deputy/AGM ready for a significant step up.We’re particularly interested in people who can demonstrate:Experience managing a high-volume food and beverage operationStrong commercial and financial acumenA track record of driving revenue and controlling costsExcellent leadership and team development skillsHigh standards and a genuine passion for hospitalityConfidence managing both restaurant and bar operationsExperience with seasonal peaks and changing trading patternsThe ability to remain visible, calm and decisive during busy servicesA proactive approach – someone who sees opportunities rather than waiting to be told what to do
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Social Media Marketing Manager – Foodie Restaurant GroupLondon £48,000 – £50,000 & Hybrid working Must come from the hospitality space to be successful Love food, live on social, and know how to turn a great plate into a scroll-stopping story?This one's for you. My client is an exciting, fast-growing group of restaurants and bars that's building serious buzz across London. With new openings on the horizon, they're looking for a creative, strategic Social Media Marketing Manager to take their brands to the next level, owning the voice, the visuals and the strategy behind everything they share. This is a hands-on role for someone who's happiest out in the venues, camera in hand, capturing the energy of the kitchen, the bar and the dining room, but who can also step back and build the strategy that turns followers into regulars.What you'll be doing
Shaping and delivering the marketing strategy for every brand in the group, working closely with the Head of MarketingOwning all social media channels, from content planning and creation to community management, growth and performance reportingShooting, editing and producing standout content across Instagram, TikTok and beyond: dishes, drinks, people, openings and behind-the-scenes momentsPlanning and managing the content calendar and e-marketing campaigns, keeping every brand consistent, current and on-trendPartnering with PR agencies on launches, events and collaborations to maximise reach and impact
Who we're looking for
A proven social media or content marketer, ideally from hospitality, food and drink, or lifestyle brandsA strong strategic thinker who uses data and insight to drive engagement, growth and coversA natural creative with an eye for great content and a feel for what's trendingSomeone who's definitely not a desk person: energetic, a little bit quirky, and happy to roll up their sleevesA genuine foodie who gets excited about great restaurants and great stories
Why join?You'll be joining a group at an exciting stage of growth, with real creative freedom, a supportive leadership team, and genuine investment in your development. They'll look after you and help you grow with the business.Interested? For a confidential chat, send your up-to-date CV to Stuart Hills or call 0207 79 02666.Get social with COREcruitmentwww.corecruitment.comFollow us @COREcruitment....Read more...
Do you take pride in creating outdoor spaces where the details matter? We’re looking for a skilled landscaper to work on high-end residential and commercial projects, covering all aspects of hard and soft landscaping to create bespoke installations.You’ll work from detailed designs, bringing each project to life and taking responsibility for the quality of your work, working alongside like-minded landscapers with the support of a dedicated project manager. Why Join Us?Our team enjoys the quality and variety of our projects, working with high-quality materials to create one-off outdoor spaces.One recent project included a bespoke outdoor entertaining area featuring oak buildings, a pizza oven, a brick-built outdoor kitchen, an outdoor shower, a sauna and a hot tub, finished with a carefully considered planting scheme.You’ll have the freedom to make informed decisions about day-to-day site operations, with guidance from the company and project manager when needed. All tools required for the work are provided, and we support training and self-development, including in-house training to address small gaps in your skills.Key Responsibilities:
Carry out soft landscaping duties including precision planting, turfing and pruning, to a high standardAssist with and execute hard landscaping tasks such as paving, stonework, decking, fencing and bespoke installationsWork from detailed design plans and specifications to ensure exact project deliveryMaintain immaculate site presentation at all times, particularly when working at occupied high-value propertiesUse and maintain tools and machinery safely and professionallyEnsure all finishes meet high-end quality expectations and client specificationsCommunicate effectively with supervisors, designers and clients where appropriateAdhere strictly to health and safety regulationsSupervise and direct a labourer as requiredBe commercially aware of budgets and timescales
Skills and Experience:
Strong all-round experience in both hard and soft landscaping is essentialProven experience in high-end landscaping or a similar environment preferredAbility to interpret and follow detailed landscaping plansHigh level of attention to detail and pride in workmanshipExperience working with premium materials, such as natural stone and hardwoods, desirableFull UK driving licence preferred
Personal Attributes:
Professional and well-presentedReliable, punctual and trustworthyStrong work ethic with a commitment to qualityAbility to work respectfully in private, high-end environmentsTeam player with a positive attitude
Working Arrangements:
Contracted to 40 hours per weekOptional overtime paid at time and a half, with total hours capped at 50 per weekProjects generally located within an hour of our base at YO41 1AHCompany van provided for travel from the base to the project and backPaid working time starts and finishes at the base, including travel to and from projectsWork continues throughout the year, with activities adapted around weather conditions. In exceptional extreme weather, temporary lay-offs may be necessary
£38,000–£45,000, based on an average 45-hour week, including five hours of overtime paid at time and a half, a project-specific bonus scheme and annual profit share. Overtime is optional, with total working hours capped at 50 per week. Apply now if you take pride in your workmanship and want to help create distinctive outdoor spaces.....Read more...
Support AdministratorLocation: Manchester – office based Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week Salary: Dependent on experience Contract: PermanentWe are looking for an organised and professional Support Administrator to join our growing team.This is a varied role providing day-to-day administrative and business support across the organisation. You will work closely with the Operations & Business Support Manager and wider team, helping to ensure documents, reports, meetings, office facilities and general business support activities are managed efficiently.The role would suit someone who is organised, has strong attention to detail and enjoys working across a varied range of administrative tasks. You will need to be comfortable managing competing priorities, communicating with colleagues and external contacts, and taking responsibility for ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.Role overviewAs Support Administrator, you will play an important part in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the business.Your responsibilities will include:
Document formatting, report production and submission preparation, ensuring documentation is accurate, well-presented and completed to required deadlines.Managing stationery, kitchen refreshments and office supplies, monitoring stock levels and coordinating orders when required.Arranging travel, accommodation and meetings.Acting as a professional point of contact for the business, handling incoming calls, taking accurate messages and welcoming visitors to the office.Maintaining filing systems and databases, ensuring information is filed correctly and records are kept up to date.Supporting invoicing, compliance and operational processes.Providing support with basic day-to-day IT hardware, systems and office equipment issues, escalating more technical problems where necessary.Providing business continuity support during absences, helping to ensure essential day-to-day activities continue to run smoothly.Providing general administrative support to the wider team as required.
Skills and experienceWe are looking for someone with a professional and positive approach who is organised, reliable and willing to learn.You will have:
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.Good written and verbal communication skills.A professional and confident telephone manner.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.The ability to prioritise your workload and manage different tasks effectively.A professional and positive attitude.A willingness to learn and develop.The ability to work effectively as part of a team.The confidence and discretion to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
Desirable experienceIt would also be beneficial if you have:
Experience arranging and coordinating travel, accommodation and meetings.Strong IT skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve day-to-day technical issues.Good problem-solving skills and the confidence to use your initiative to identify and resolve issues.InDesign/graphic design skills
Career developmentThis role provides an opportunity to develop your skills and experience across administration, operations, facilities management and wider business support, working under the guidance of the Operations & Business Support Manager.You will gain practical, hands-on experience across different areas of the business, with opportunities to build your confidence, take on increasing responsibility and further develop your organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.Apply today with your CV to be considered for the Support Administrator position. INDLSEquals 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...
