Commercial Manager
J Murphy & Sons - Kentish Town
£61000-104500 per annum
PermanentFull time
Murphy is recruiting for a Commercial Manager to work with Energy based in Kentish Town with travel to various sites across Greater London. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. Murphy is recruiting for a Commercial Manager to work with Energy based in Kentish Town with travel to various sites across Greater London. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Commercial Manager - Manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders. - Monthly Cost and Value Reconciliation reviews. - Manage project contractual change including variations, contractor’s claims and the early warning process. - In conjunction with the Project Director, manage the project risk register and ensure mitigation measures are reviewed and implemented in a timely manner. - Manage and support the project commercial team on a daily basis. - Oversee project procurement, ensuring commercial advantageous procurement for the business. - Maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans. - Manage contractor’s cost on a weekly basis, ensuring full understanding of all costs each week. Relaying cost performance information to the construction team to ensure project continually improves the estimated final margin. - Along with the Project Director and Planning Manager, assist in management of the programme. - Continually seek to improve the project performance commercially, including margin betterment, change control capture and avoidance of risks. - Manage project controls including value, cost, production and supply chain. Still interested, does this sound like you? - Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent. - Commercially astute with substantial experience within a commercial role in the Civil Engineering / Construction Industry. - Expert knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract such as NEC. - Understanding of programming techniques and project controls. What’s in it for you? - 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service - Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review - Above market rate contributory pension scheme - Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay - Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus - Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus - Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations - Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development - Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc About Murphy Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.4bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphy If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Natacha Rainford on 07876009588 to discuss in more detail. Due to the requirements of the role, in addition to our standard identity and right to work checks, successful candidates will be asked to undertake a basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK
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Chef Manager
Sodexo Ltd - Cork
£50,000 to £50,000 a year
PermanentPart time
Chef Manager Location: Cork, Ireland Salary: Up to €50,000 plus Sodexo benefits Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead the catering operation on site and ensure the delivery of a high-quality food service for our client and customers. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining kitchen management with operational responsibility. You will lead the catering team, oversee food preparation and service, manage costs and stock, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and customer service are consistently maintained. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day catering and kitchen operation, ensuring a consistently high standard of service. Work hands-on in the kitchen, supporting food preparation and service. Lead, motivate and develop the catering team, ensuring appropriate training and staffing levels. Plan and cost menus in line with the agreed food service offer and company standards. Introduce new food concepts, promotions, healthy eating initiatives and sustainable food options. Manage ordering, stock control and the use of raw materials to minimise waste and maintain food costs. Ensure food is prepared, presented and served to the required quality and temperature standards. Maintain full compliance with HACCP, food safety, health & safety, COSHH and company procedures. Ensure the kitchen, stores and catering areas are clean, safe and well maintained. Monitor kitchen equipment and ensure any faults are reported and rectified promptly. Manage catering costs, including labour, stock and other expenditure, within agreed budgets. Liaise with the Account Manager, chefs, management and client representatives regarding catering requirements. Deliver catering for special functions and events where required. Respond professionally to customer feedback, complaints and requests. Drive continuous improvement and identify opportunities to enhance the customer experience and catering offer. About You The successful candidate will have: A proven track record in a Chef Manager or similar senior kitchen/catering role, ideally with at least 2 years' experience. A professional cookery qualification such as 7061/7062 or equivalent. Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Experience managing and developing a catering team. Strong menu planning, stock control and food cost management experience. Excellent customer service and communication skills. The ability to work effectively in a busy, hands-on environment. A flexible and positive approach with a strong commitment to delivering high standards. Desirable: IOSH qualification. Experience with cash handling and processing. Experience supporting monthly billing processes. Strong stock-taking and menu management experience. What We're Looking For We are looking for a hands-on Chef Manager who takes pride in delivering excellent food and service, while ensuring the operation is safe, compliant and commercially well managed. If you are an experienced catering professional who enjoys leading a team, developing food concepts and creating an excellent customer experience, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of essential services within a leading pharmaceutical environment, where your contribution will be visible, valued and impactful. You'll join a team committed to: Delivering excellence every day. Investing in people and career development. Creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. Driving continuous improvement and innovation. Making a meaningful difference for clients, customers and colleagues alike. If you're an ambitious Soft Services leader ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Why Sodexo?: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Belong in a company and team that values you for you. Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. Thrive in your own way. We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family) Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies A little more about Sodexo: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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Team Manager
NHS Jobs - Bromley
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
ContractFull time
To be responsible and provide effective leadership for a clinical team providing a high-quality service within the resources available. Provide evidence based high quality service To provide effective management of young people in the community To provide a safe, effective service that prioritises young people and their families and puts them at the centre of every aspect of the service. To provide a service where equality, diversity and inclusion underpins care and operational policy; ensuring young people and their families cultural, religious, and spiritual needs are considered. To provide a seamless and consistent service through the use of a multidisciplinary team. To be able to effectively manage an emotionally demanding workload often under pressure and involving multiple stakeholders who may present with high expressed emotion and increased service pressures. To ensure that staff maintain accurate clinical records and electronic records safely and to a high standard, and that they are stored and accessed appropriately. To provide a well-led and responsive service that values staff, supports them through supervision, provides training opportunities and career development. To work as a member of the senior management team for the service and to participate in working groups or service development forums to develop policies, protocols, or guidelines relevant to the multidisciplinary / multi agency clinical team. To co-ordinate recruitment and selection of staff within the team, leading on decisions as designated by the operational and service manager. To play a key role in formulating and implementing service objectives. To deliver a service within the agreed financial envelope, taking responsibility for the use of resources within the team, ensuring maximum value in terms of clinical and cost effectiveness and contribute to budget setting exercises and consulting with line management regarding anticipated over/under spending. To undertake service audit and evaluation within the team and to involve clinical and non-clinical team staff within a quality improvement framework. To work closely with Trust and external senior management and other professional colleagues to ensure high quality and effective service provision. To work with other partnership agencies to ensure CAMHS services are delivered according to local objectives and joint care strategies. Deputises for operational as and when required.
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Shift Manager
Greggs PLC - London, London
£14.20 per hour which includes a 40p per hour band increment.
PermanentFull time
About the role Join us as a Shift Manager and you’ll be part of a team that loves putting customers first. As part of the management team, you’ll be responsible for looking after the shop when the Manager isn’t around. You will engage and motivate the team, and make sure they have what they need to do an amazing job. We serve our customers across a number of different channels; in-shop, delivery, Click + Collect and drive thru. You\'ll lead the way in making sure customers have a brilliant experience when shopping with us - whether they order in store or order their food online. While no two shifts will be the same, during a typical shift you can expect to: Inspire the team to deliver amazing results and maintain the excellent standards of the shop Lead by example and serve our customers in a fast and friendly manner Prepare our much-loved products, including making sandwiches and managing the ovens Ensure our displays are fully stocked at all times, with plenty of choice available for our customers Keep the shop looking clean, tidy and presentable What we can offer you Competitive pay paid weekly Colleague discount allowing you and a family member to enjoy up to 50% off your favourite Greggs products Free hot drinks for you to enjoy while on shift Paid breaks allowing you to recharge your batteries We share 10% of all our profits with our colleagues Health and Wellbeing App providing Remote GP and Physiotherapy services Holiday entitlement that grows as your career grows with us Colleague share plans to help you invest and save for your future Pension scheme to help you plan for your future. We’ll match your contributions up to 7% Confidential employee assistance app and helpline to help with your wellbeing Long service awards celebrating key milestones in your career Savings and discounts for your everyday shopping, leisure and wellbeing About you You’ll be reliable and demonstrate natural leadership abilities, with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. You\'ll also be supportive of an inclusive culture - recognising and valuing that difference is good. If you’ve got previous team supervisory experience in a similar, customer-focused environment, we want to hear from you. If you meet the availability requirements for the role, apply now! About us Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes us so special is our culture – how we behave and support each other. Everyone’s welcome at Greggs. Whatever their background, preferences or beliefs we want all of our colleagues to feel welcome and able to be themselves at work. You can read more about us here: Greggs Careers | About Greggs. About Greggs Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture – the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We're hard-working, but above all else we're family; and it doesn't matter who you are, where you're from or what your favourite bake is, we’d love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views. We'll make sure you have the skills and knowledge you need to have a great career with us. #VP25
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Maintenance Manager
Sodexo Ltd - London
£50,000 to £50,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Maintenance Manager £50,000 Per Annum, Dependant on Experience: 40 Hours Per Week Location is Kings College Hospital, Bassemer Road, London, SE5 9RS AP LV Qualification required for this role At King’s College Hospital, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Maintenance Manager to lead the delivery of critical engineering and building services across one of the UK's busiest and most complex healthcare environments. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled facilities professional to take ownership of maintenance operations, statutory compliance, energy management, and team leadership within a prestigious PFI hospital estate. Working closely with senior stakeholders, the NHS Trust, and Sodexo leadership teams, you will play a key role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and compliant environment that directly supports outstanding patient care and operational excellence. What You'll Do: Lead the operational management of engineering and building services across a complex hospital estate, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant service delivery. Manage and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team and specialist contractors, driving high performance and service excellence. Oversee the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance services, ensuring full contractual and statutory compliance. Act as the key point of contact for the NHS Trust, building strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Hold responsibility for Authorised Person (AP) duties and the management of the Permit to Work system and Safe Systems of Work. Support the commercial performance of the contract through effective management of KPIs, performance monitoring, compliance, and operational budgets. Lead lifecycle, small works, and engineering projects, working closely with project teams to ensure works are delivered to agreed standards and specifications. Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives, ensuring plant and equipment operate at optimum performance whilst identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. What You Bring: Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline, supported by extensive practical experience within a complex operational environment. Proven leadership experience managing engineering, maintenance, and specialist contractor teams, with a strong focus on performance, compliance, and service delivery. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build effective relationships across all levels, including senior leadership, NHS stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners. Comprehensive knowledge of building services engineering, statutory compliance, HTM requirements, and safe systems of work, ideally within a healthcare or critical environment. Experience of energy management, sustainability initiatives, and operational efficiency programmes, with the ability to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, capable of interpreting complex technical information, assessing risks, and making sound operational decisions in a fast paced environment. What we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support. Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement. Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services. The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card. Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform. Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan A Death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools. Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit. Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities. Flexible and dynamic work environment Competitive compensation Full training and full protective uniform supplied. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!Career progression for the caring profession. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications. About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of Onsite Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. Click hereto read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture. Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
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Commercial Manager
Kier Group
PermanentFull time
We're looking for a Commercial Manager to join our London Tunnels Maintenance team based at Blackwall Tunnel and Fore Street Depot, London. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the commercial management of one of London's most critical infrastructure networks, supporting the delivery of reactive maintenance, incident response, planned works, fault management and preventative maintenance activities. If you're a commercially focused professional with experience in highways, infrastructure or maintenance contracts, we'd love to hear from you. Location: Blackwall Tunnel and Fore Street Depot, London - hybrid working availableHours: Permanent Full Time, 40 hours per week. Flexible working options are available, just let us know what works for you when you speak with us.We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As a Commercial Manager, you'll play a key role in maximising commercial performance and ensuring robust contract governance across London's tunnel and pumping station maintenance operations. Working closely with operational teams and clients, you'll help drive value, manage risk, and support the successful delivery of essential infrastructure services. Your day to day will include: -Leading subcontract procurement, task orders, payment certification, change control and performance management -Pricing maintenance and infrastructure works, managing compensation events and identifying opportunities to increase contract value -Preparing monthly revenue applications, managing work in progress (WiP) and maximising recovery of contractual entitlement -Producing accurate month-end reporting, including CVRs, cost analysis and subcontract liabilities -Developing and managing annual budgets and forecasts, monitoring performance against turnover and margin targets -Identifying, managing and mitigating commercial and contractual risks -Partnering with the contract leadership team to support the successful delivery of maintenance and infrastructure services -Building strong client relationships and providing commercial insight through meetings, reports and presentations What are we looking for? This role of Commercial Manager is ideal if you bring: -Strong commercial management experience within highways, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or maintenance environments -Knowledge of tunnel infrastructure, including mechanical and electrical assets, or the ability to quickly develop expertise in this area -A solid understanding of the Highways Method of Measurement and experience pricing highways or infrastructure works -Proven experience delivering month-end processes, including CVRs, revenue recognition, forecasting, WiP and debt management -Strong subcontract management expertise, with working knowledge of NEC contracts, particularly NEC TSC -A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier. #LI-JB2
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Commissioning Manager
EQUANS - London, Greater London
£75,000 to £75,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide. We have a great opportunity for a Commissioning Manager to join our highly successful Energy Solutions business; primarily supporting our renewable energy projects. Our Energy Solutions business oversee major renewable EPC projects across the UK. We design, install, commission and operate large scale solar PV farms for our clients. Supplying renewable energy from solar power plants enables local communities to reduce costs and reduce their carbon footprint. Alongside our solar farm projects we are involved in delivering a wide range of energy solutions to secure a more sustainable future. Key activities The role will involve managing all aspects of the testing and commissioning process as well the interface with relevant stakeholders for the Company’s pipeline of solar PV EPC projects as well as potentially other energy generating technologies and related projects. To lead, on site and off site, all testing and commissioning activities in solar farms being delivered by the Company by managing internal and external resources required in order to perform all testing and commissioning activities.. Prepare testing and commissioning plans and test procedures, outlining requirements (time, resources, equipment as well particular conditions to be satisfied) and test deliverables, associated method statements and risk assessments.Review test results against agreed contractual and normative criteria and to organise remedial activities if and where required, including the investigations, diagnosis and troubleshooting that may occasionally be required.Compile test reports in accordance with contractual requirements and applicable normative references.Provide input to project management, design, engineering, procurement to ensure that appropriate commissioning requirements are incorporated into all related activities in order to ensure operability, safety and performance.To provide asset performance, simulation, measurement and verification as well as reporting of PV plant performance for assets in commissioning phase and to initialise any required remediation.To keep abreast of technological and commercial market developments and to inform senior management of any salient innovation.Ensure the consistent high quality of services through management of and interface with third parties, sub-contractors as well as in-house resources. To effectively manage supply chain, to ensure supply chain audits are conducted and appropriate action plans put in place for improvements. To develop a professional relationship with key supply chain partners to ensure high quality service delivery for the Client.Implement the company’s corporate strategies, especially in the context of optimising financial performance, Quality Assurance requirements, Health & Safety good practice and statutory compliance. Skills, qualifications & experience Must have previous experience of commissioning large scale Solar PV farms or other energy related projectsHigh Voltage Senior Authorised PersonKnowledge and experience of G99 and HVSolar PV operations & maintenance experience (O&M)Flexible approach with the ability to travel across various sites within the UK and working away from home We offer an excellent benefits package including: 25 days leave Car allowance5% bonusCompany sharesPrivate health care5% pensionEmployee assistance programme (Private GP Appointments, Legal support, Counselling) Who are we? EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. What’s next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture. At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals
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Hospitality Manager
Baxterstorey - London, England
PermanentFull time
Company Description Hospitality Manager London Monday to Friday Up to £42,000 Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave Secondary carer leave Wedding/commitment day leave Free meals on shift Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub Access to employee assistance programme Cycle to work scheme Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth. As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves. If you are a passionate Executive Chef keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you! Job Description Hospitality Operations Manage the day-to-day delivery of all hospitality services, including meetings, conferences, events, boardroom catering, and VIP functions. Ensure all hospitality requests are delivered accurately, professionally, and in line with Service Level Agreements. Maintain exceptional standards of food presentation, service, cleanliness, and health & safety. Oversee hospitality bookings, event planning, and operational execution. Ensure all hospitality spaces are prepared to the highest standards before, during, and after events. Client Relationship Management Develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders and key decision-makers. Act as the primary point of contact for hospitality-related enquiries and escalations. Conduct regular client reviews and gather feedback to drive continuous improvement. Anticipate client needs and proactively introduce innovative hospitality solutions. Team Leadership Lead, coach, and develop the hospitality team to deliver outstanding customer service. Conduct regular team meetings, training sessions, and performance reviews. Create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture. Manage staffing levels, rotas, absence management, recruitment, and succession planning. Financial Management Manage hospitality budgets and achieve agreed financial targets. Monitor sales, labour costs, food costs, and operational expenditure. Identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability. Produce accurate weekly and monthly reports on performance metrics. Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with all company policies, food safety regulations, and health & safety legislation. Maintain excellent audit standards and ensure all documentation is completed accurately. Lead investigations and corrective actions relating to accidents, incidents, and customer complaints. Promote a strong food safety and compliance culture across the team. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Work closely with culinary and operational teams to develop innovative hospitality concepts. Keep informed of industry trends and client expectations. Drive sustainability initiatives and support BaxterStorey's environmental objectives. Implement process improvements that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience managing hospitality operations within a corporate, hotel, conference, or premium hospitality environment. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management abilities. Sound financial acumen with experience managing budgets, labour, and food costs. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Strong understanding of food safety and health & safety legislation. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining exceptional service standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Qualifications Essential Qualifications Level 3 Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain) Personal Licence Holder (for alcohol service) or willingness to obtain Strong working knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety legislation Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Desirable Qualifications Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Events Management, Business Management, or related field Level 4 or Level 5 Hospitality Management qualification First Aid at Work qualification WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) qualification ILM Leadership & Management qualification Chartered Institute of Hospitality membership Essential Experience Minimum 2 years' experience in a hospitality management role Experience within a corporate hospitality, conference, hotel, luxury retail, or premium events environment Experience managing P&L budgets and achieving financial targets Proven people management experience, including recruitment, training, and performance management Experience managing VIP events and senior stakeholder requirements Personal Competencies Exceptional customer service mindset Strong commercial awareness Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to build relationships with senior clients and stakeholders Strong planning and organisational skills Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure Additional Information For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! BaxterStorey Values: ALWAYS VISIONARY We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail. WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people. CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better. FOREVER CONSCIOUS We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.
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Events Manager
Association of Colleges - London
£31,743 - £33,000 (FTE)
PermanentFull time
Job Advert An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Association of Colleges (AoC) as an Events Manager within our new Technical and Vocational Professional Development (TVPD) programme team. This is a key role within the TVPD programme, which AoC is delivering on behalf of the Department for Education. The Events Manager will plan, coordinate and deliver high-quality, effective programme events across a range of formats, including online network meetings, webinars, in-person meetings and events on a regional and national level. Working closely with Advisors and colleagues across the TVPD programme delivery team, you will ensure that events support programme objectives, stakeholder engagement, and alignment with wider programme KPIs and reporting requirements. As Events Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of events and network activity, including planning, scheduling, logistics, delivery models, digital platforms, on-the-day delivery, post-event follow-up and evaluation. You will create and maintain effective systems and processes to support successful event delivery, working in alignment with the wider AoC events team. You will also manage event budgets, source and liaise with suppliers, negotiate and manage contracts, coordinate speakers and facilitators, oversee delegate bookings and registration systems, and support onsite events, including occasional UK travel and overnight stays where required. We are looking for someone with relevant experience of managing events from planning through to delivery, strong stakeholder management skills, excellent customer service, and the ability to work calmly and proactively in a busy programme environment. You will be highly organised, detail-focused, confident using online events and registration systems, and comfortable managing multiple events and priorities at the same time. This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week. The role is London-office-hybrid, with time split between AoC’s London office and remote working from home. Weekly office attendance is expected, along with ad-hoc attendance and occasional UK travel to attend or coordinate meetings and events. If you are a proactive and organised events professional looking to make a difference in a values-led organisation, we would love to hear from you. At AoC, we value trust, flexibility and professional growth. You will join a high-performing, mission-led organisation that offers generous benefits, flexible working, and opportunities to develop your career while making a positive impact on the further education community. About AoC AoC Values Careers at AoC Reward at AoC Please review the full job description and person specification, which outlines the role in more detail. If you have any questions or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact dominic.holroyd@aoc.co.uk. Hours: Full Time, 37.5 Hours per week How to Apply: If you think you have the skills, experience, and attributes to be successful in this role, we would welcome your application. Click 'apply now' below. To be considered for this role, your application must be submitted and received by 5pm on 22 September 2026. Please note, we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient suitable applications or make an appointment. Interviews: Interviews will take place in person at AoC's London office on Wednesday 30 September. AoC is committed to providing equal opportunities and embracing diversity. We encourage applications from everyone and will not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of age, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend any interview, please email us at careers@aoc.co.uk to let us know or contact the HR team via telephone: 020 7034 9900. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity to join the AoC team.
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Reception Manager
Third Space - London
PermanentFull time
Third Space is a collection of luxury health clubs in London; individual in style, bound by a common philosophy: to provide outstanding fitness spaces that members feel are their own. Our people are the creators that bring the space to life. We’re a team of motivators, inventors, and coaches; always striving to grow and evolve. It’s not just a job, it’s a lifestyle. We inspire our members to fulfil their lives and they rely on us…and we wouldn’t have it any other way. This is our space. With plans to more than double our estate in the next 5 years, now is the time to join Third Space and be a part of a company that genuinely strives to be the Best in Class. Third Space The Whiteley is set within a beautifully restored Grade II-listed building just moments from Hyde Park. Across three stunning floors, the space combines luxury wellness with world-class training, from performance zones beneath a bespoke glass dome to a serene wet spa and dedicated recovery areas. We’re looking for a Reception Manager to join the team and shape something truly special. You’ll be part of a dynamic, driven community, united by a commitment to excellence and a passion for delivering an exceptional member experience. This role will play an integral part in ensuring the highest level of member satisfaction and exceptional customer service. Overseeing the Front of House department and Recovery Spa area, you will work closely with the Operations Manager, while leading, training and providing support to the Front on House team. Key responsibilities for this role will include but not be limited to: Being responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, induction and ongoing development of every Front of House team member. Driving member interactions from your team, ensuring each member receives a personalised service, building their trust with each interaction and forming long lasting professional relationships. Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviours; understanding the impact the Front of House department has on NPS Helping members with every request in a clear and timely manner, giving accurate information about the club’s updates, procedures and policies, always striving for member satisfaction. Carrying out all required Duty Manager tasks to the required standard, ensuring their team do the same. About you: Experience managing a team in a luxury, member-facing environment Strong communication skills both verbal and written Proven track record of dealing with member complaints Have great attention to detail and set a high bar when it comes to member experience
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