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Salary\n \n \n£15.60\n \n \n Qualified PCV Bus Driver – Arbroath and Forfar Depot \n \n We are looking for qualified bus drivers / PCV licence holders to join our Arbroath team. \n \n * Typical annualised earnings of £31,636 based on a basic week of 39 hours \n \n * Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings \n \n * Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments \n \n You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. \n \n Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… \n \n \n * Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education, and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions \n \n * Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel \n \n * Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel \n \n * UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location \n \n * Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that \n \n * Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions \n \n * An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support. \n \n * A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues \n \n \n The recruitment process is simple – you apply with your CV, we’ll have a good read then get you in for an interview and a bus drive, and that’s it! \n \n There are a few of things we need from you: \n \n * You need to have a PCV licence, and no more than 6 penalty points \n * You need to want to deliver great customer service \n * You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving \n \n So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! \n \n Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. \n Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. \n Location: \n Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Salary\n \n \n£15.60 per hour\n \n \n Trainee Bus Driver – Arbroath Depot \n \n Stagecoach are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Arbroath team. \n • Get paid to train and zero training costs as not only will you be earning from day one, we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000 \n • Typical annualised earnings after training of £30,420 based on a basic week of 39 hours \n You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. \n Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… \n \n • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions \n • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel \n • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings \n • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel \n • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location \n • Supportive and high quality training from some of the best (and nicest!) driving instructors and training managers in the industry – we’ll teach you everything you need to know about our routes, our vehicles, our tickets and more \n • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that \n • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions \n • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support. \n • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues \n \n The recruitment process is simple – you apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot, and that’s it! \n It doesn’t matter if you’re working in customer service, retail, hospitality or in a warehouse or factory, the only things we need are… \n • You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points \n • Must have a minimum of 6 months driving experience in the UK \n • You need to want to deliver great customer service \n • You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving \n So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! \n Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. \n Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. \n Location: \n Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Conference & Banqueting Manager, The Bedford Swan Hotel Up to £33,000 per annum + TRONC up to £50 per week Job Summary The Bedford Swan Hotel, located right on the Great Ouse River, is one of Bedford's landmark hotels. A busy 137-bedroom hotel with a thermal spa, high-end brasserie, afternoon tea room, and a thriving Conference & Banqueting department, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences. We are part of Distinct Group Ltd, operating hotels and hospitality venues focused on service excellence, teamwork, and guest experience. We are proud members of the Hoteliers' Charter, committed to fairness, inclusion, and employee wellbeing. We are looking for an experienced Conference & Banqueting Manager who is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, and enjoys leading high-performing teams. This is a hands-on management role responsible for the overall leadership, organisation, and delivery of our conferences, meetings, weddings, private events, and banqueting operation, ensuring every event exceeds our guests' expectations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Conference & Banqueting Manager, Events Operations Manager, or an ambitious Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager ready to take the next step within a prestigious hotel. What you will be doing You will lead the day-to-day operation of the hotel's Conference & Banqueting department, ensuring exceptional guest service and flawless operational delivery across conferences, meetings, weddings, private dining, and special events. You will take responsibility for planning staffing levels, managing rotas and labour costs, overseeing event set-up and service delivery, and ensuring every function room is presented to the highest possible standard. You will lead the Conference & Banqueting team by example, creating a positive, engaged, and high-performing culture. Working closely with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager, Head Chef, Sales & Events Team, and wider hotel management team, you will ensure every event runs seamlessly from handover through to completion. You will proactively resolve guest issues, drive service standards, monitor financial performance, manage stock and equipment, and ensure all food safety, licensing, and health & safety requirements are fully complied with. You will also recruit, coach, train and develop your team, conduct regular performance reviews, identify future talent, and continually look for opportunities to improve service standards, guest satisfaction, and departmental profitability. What you will bring to the team You will have previous management experience within Conference & Banqueting, Events Operations, or Food & Beverage in a busy hotel environment. You will be a confident leader with proven experience managing weddings, conferences, and large-scale events whilst motivating teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, be commercially aware, and understand how to manage labour costs, maximise productivity, and maintain consistently high service standards. You will be calm under pressure, highly organised, and passionate about developing people while creating memorable guest experiences. Experience managing budgets, rotas, stock control, and departmental KPIs would be highly advantageous. What's on Offer? Up to £38,000 per annum + TRONC. 42.5-hour contract. Genuine career development within a growing hotel group. Staff discounts on accommodation, food, and beverage. Access to retail, leisure, and lifestyle discount platform. Wellbeing support, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP. Cycle to Work and pension schemes. Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year rewards. Length of Service rewards. If Bedford Swan Hotel sounds like the perfect place for your next career move, we would love to hear from you. Send us your CV and tell us why you would be the perfect fit for our team. TPBN1_UKTJ

Levy Ireland Assistant Beverage Manager - Covering, Leopardstown, Fairyhouse and The Curragh racecourses - €40000 +Benefits About Levy Ireland Levy Ireland, part of Compass Group, is a market leader in premium food, beverage, and hospitality experiences across sport and entertainment. In Ireland, Levy partners with Horse Racing Ireland to deliver world-class hospitality at some of the country's most iconic racecourses. From bustling race days to high-profile events, our teams create memorable guest experiences through exceptional service, quality products, and a passion for hospitality. Assistant Beverage Manager Horse Racing Ireland Job Overview We are seeking an organised, proactive, and customer-focused Assistant Beverage Manager to support the successful delivery of bar operations across race days and events. This role is responsible for assisting with stock management, team leadership, operational planning, and ensuring exceptional service standards are consistently maintained. Working closely with the Head of Beverage, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering efficient and high-quality beverage operations in a fast-paced event environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic organisation that offers strong progression and development opportunities. Key Responsibilities Stock & Inventory Management • Complete event-day and monthly stock takes, maintaining accurate inventory records, • Place stock orders in line with operational and event requirements, • Receive, check, and record all stock deliveries, ensuring accuracy and quality standards are met, • Support effective stock control procedures to minimise waste and maximise efficiency Event & Race Day Operations • Coordinate and deliver full bar set-ups for race days and events, • Support the smooth running of bar operations during busy service periods, • Ensure all bars are fully prepared, stocked, and operationally compliant before opening, • Maintain high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and guest experience throughout events Team Leadership & Development • Supervise and support beverage team members during shifts and events, • Assist with onboarding and training of new team members, • Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to maintain service excellence and operational standards, • Foster a positive and professional team culture Staffing & Coordination • Work closely with the Head of Beverage to coordinate staffing requirements for events, • Assist with rota planning and ensure adequate team coverage across operations, • Support effective communication between departments to ensure seamless event delivery Compliance & Standards • Ensure compliance with all company policies, licensing regulations, and health & safety procedures, • Promote and maintain responsible alcohol service at all times, • Uphold operational standards and ensure all teams follow best practice procedures Key Requirements • Previous experience in a supervisory role within bar, beverage, or hospitality operations, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and event days, • Full Irish driving licence and access to own vehicle required (travel expenses provided) Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! #Pro JBRP1_UKTJ