Available roles within the business

2, 3 or 4 day week

Hours: Mon to Friday, 9am to 6pm

Location: Traveling between the venues will be necessary

Work for a rapidly growing pub management company as a Facilities Maintenance Engineer where career development and progression is welcomed and encouraged. 

Established over 5 years ago this company continues to grow from strength to strength and are now looking for a facilities maintenance engineer. Travel across the group carrying out work covering basic carpentry, electrics, plumbing and/or fabric tasks. Benefit from a company that has kept their people values at their core whilst getting investment into the future of your career.

Your role as foot mobile engineer will involve:
*Traveling across the patch around Kent carrying out variety of PPM tasks ensures a high standard and quality of service.
*Carrying out work from minor painting and decorating tasks, changing locks or doors, leaking taps or blocked toilets and other basic repairs that may be required.
*Ensuring good communication to management and the office team updating on completed jobs and reporting back on work carried out.

The successful Facilities Maintenance will need:
*UK Driving licence
*Experience working in a commercial environment; office buildings carrying out ppm's and good customer service skills
*Basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical skills or experience working as a fabric engineer
*Travel across a south east regional patch

Salary Dependent on Experience

We are considering the role being either a Full Time or Part Time position

To apply, please forward your CV and covering letter to: tim@spiritbars.co.uk

Closing date:  28th August 2025

2, 3 or 4 day week

Hours: Mon to Friday, 9am to 6pm

Location: Either Near Maidstone, or East Kent. We have different offices so the successful candidate can choose which office suits their situation best, although traveling between the offices maybe necessary at times. 

To support our rapid growth, we are recruiting a highly organised and proactive Assistant to work closely with our founding Director. You will play a critical role in supporting the leadership team, streamlining key business functions, and acting as a central point of coordination across the company.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, can manage multiple priorities with discretion and efficiency, and is passionate about operational excellence.

We are open to discussing adjustments to this schedule, though on-site presence at our sites is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Support

· Provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the Director, including:

· Diary and inbox management

· Scheduling meetings and preparing briefing materials

· Booking travel, accommodation, and itineraries

· Managing company expenses, receipts, and reimbursements in line with finance procedures

· Taking meeting minutes and following up on action items

· Act as a communication bridge between the the Director and internal/external stakeholders

Business Operations & Office Coordination

· Coordinate day-to-day operations to ensure smooth business execution.

· Own the organisation and upkeep of the office including facilities, suppliers, and health & safety.

· Liaise with suppliers and logistics partners to support our business and ensure timely stock delivery.

· Resolve operational and logistical issues as they arise.

Supplier & Contract Support

· Assist with the sourcing, on-boarding, and management of key suppliers and service providers.

· Support contract administration, including initial drafting, editing, and tracking of contract terms and renewals.

· Maintain a central record of supplier and utility contracts, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and timely renewals or renegotiations.

· Help ensure supplier performance aligns with operational requirements and brand standards.

Task & Project Management

· Use Microsoft TODO to track tasks, manage priorities, and monitor the progress of internal initiatives.

· Support the Director and team leads in keeping project timelines and deliverables on track.

· Ensure stakeholders are aligned on deadlines, responsibilities, and next steps across key projects.

Internal Team Enablement

· Onboard and coordinate induction plans for new team members.

· Provide training and ongoing support for internal software tools and processes.

· Offer basic IT and systems troubleshooting for the team.

· Organise internal meetings, updates, and communication routines.

Landlord & Stakeholder Coordination

· Assist in onboarding new sites and manage initial communication.

· Support the preparation, review, and administration of landlord agreements and related documentation.

· Coordinate and conduct required statutory checks and ensure compliance with legal and operational onboarding standards.

· Maintain accurate records of partner contracts, onboarding status, and key compliance dates.

· Triage and respond to incoming queries from partners (potential and existing), escalating where appropriate.

· Coordinate ongoing communication with existing franchise partners to ensure alignment, resolve operational issues, and provide consistent support.

Administrative & Compliance Support

· Maintain HR records and support recruitment administration.

· Assist with bookkeeping, invoicing, and basic financial reconciliation.

· Manage company expense processes and assist with ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.

· Support the implementation and tracking of company policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives.

· Booking using Xero. 

What We’re Looking For

· Fluent in English – excellent written and verbal communication skills

· 2+ years of experience in an Assistant or similar operations-focused role

· Strong multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

· Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Office 365

· Experience managing business travel bookings and company expenses

· Outstanding organisational skills with strong attention to detail

· Comfortable working independently and managing competing priorities

· Discreet, trustworthy, and able to handle sensitive information

· Bonus: Project management experience or exposure to startup environments

· Bonus: Familiarity with basic contract administration, supplier management, or statutory compliance checks

This is an opportunity to be at the heart of a dynamic, mission-driven growing business with the chance to grow alongside the business. If you’re energised by working closely with founder, making things happen, and keeping operations running like clockwork—we’d love to hear from you!

Salary Dependent on Experience

We are considering the role being either a Full Time or Part Time position

To apply, please forward your CV and covering letter to: tim@spiritbars.co.uk

Closing date:  28th August 2025

As a chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes, working with the executive chef you will contribute in menu development. You will manage the day to day kitchen operation.

If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:

· Previous experience as a Chef or Head Chef in a high quality Restaurant or gastro pub;

· Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce;

· A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;

· A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures;

· Self managed, with a passion to get the job done;

This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans.

Finer Detail:

Working with the social media manager to create weekly content to assist in showcasing the business

Ensuring you are fully and always ready to achieve a five star rating when ever an EHO inspection is conducted

Report to the executive chef

Accommodation maybe available

Salary Dependent on Experience

Full or Part TIme Considered

To apply, please forward your CV and covering letter to: tim@spiritbars.co.uk

Closing date:  28th July 2025

As Executive, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes throughout the whole operation; you will play a key role in menu development, working closely with the Director. You will manage the overall kitchen operations of the business as well as the day to day management of the kitchen teams.

If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:

· Previous experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a high quality Restaurant or gastro pub;

· Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce;

· A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;

· Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a Kitchen team;

· Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotas;

· Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing;

· A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures;

· Self managed, with a passion to get the job done;

This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Executive Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans.

Finer Detail:

Using EposNow to manage margins, 

Working with the social media manager to create weekly content to assist in showcasing the business

Ensuring all staff are fully up to date and compliant in regards to training

Ensuring all kitchens and staff members are fully and always ready to achieve a five star rating when ever an EHO inspection is conducted

Report to the director via MI (Management information)

Total staff costs, including this salary must not exceed 28% of turnover of dry sales across sites allocated to manage

Accommodation maybe available

Salary Dependent on Experience

To apply, please forward your CV and covering letter to: tim@spiritbars.co.uk

Closing date:  28th July 2025

 What does a Front of House Manager do? 

A FOH Manager supervises the entire staff of a restaurant, including Cleaners and the front of house staff, including Servers, Bartenders and Hosts. A FOH Manager makes sure they are properly trained for the specific dining establishment. They also ensure safety in the environment for both the staff and the customers. They are in charge of monitoring food quality and making sure that all restaurant staff are compliant with relevant laws. In addition, they must be able to provide excellent customer service so that the customers’ needs are promptly met and guests have an outstanding customer experience. FOH Managers are also responsible for administrative tasks, scheduling and inventory management. 

FOH Manager skills and qualifications 

• Ability to remain calm under pressure 
• Should be dependable and reliable 
• Business management skills 
• Exceptional organisational and leadership skills 
• Knowledge of food production 
• Ability to work well with others with excellent interpersonal and communications skills 
• Knowledge of computers and industry technology 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends 
• Basic understanding of food preparation 

FOH Manager experience requirements 

Hands-on experience plays a large role in determining a candidate’s qualifications for this position. A FOH Manager should have experience managing a team in some capacity and have experience in previous restaurant jobs.  

To summarise: 

A front-of-house manager is responsible for the customer-facing aspects of the restaurant, and their duties include:  

• Customer service: Welcoming customers, providing advice, and ensuring a high level of service  

Accommodation maybe available

Salary Dependent on Experience

To apply, please forward your CV and covering letter to: tim@spiritbars.co.uk

Closing date:  28th July 2025