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Why the Retail Hospitality sector?

Luxury Retail Hospitality:


Luxury retail hospitality is something that looks slightly different, with high end retail stores housing some of the world’s most famous restaurants and with some luxury retailers hosting Michelin starred chefs.

 
Luxury retail hospitality in some luxury stores have a gastronomic paradise made up of 27 restaurants in historical settings, with world famous chefs and dishes from around the world. From ultimate Sushi experiences to authentic mezze, grilled Wagyu steak and world-class Nordic cuisine with Asian influences.
 
Luxury hospitality retail is constantly looking at pushing  the boundaries within their culinary experiences and sourcing the finest ingredients from around the world. With Back of House opportunities and a passion for delivering world class service in their Front of House roles.
 

In hospitality, career opportunities range from entry-level positions to Head of, Director or C-suite roles like CEO and COO. 
 

You can start by working behind a bar or serving food and progress to owning your own business, working in a head office, or even becoming the CEO or Director of a retail company.


Job opportunities in Luxury Retail Hospitality include:
 
Front of House teams are the first touch point with their customers and expectations are above and beyond to meet their customers needs. Whether it’s fine dining or a burger bar, in luxury hospitality retail there are many opportunities that will suit your experience and background across waiters and waitresses, hosts, operations, and management, roles include:

  • Restaurants Director

  • Area Manager

  • Senior Operations Manager

  • General Manager

  • Operations Manager

  • Guest Relations Manager

  • Reservations Manager

  • Head Host

  • Bar Manager

  • Chef de Rang

  • Assistant Manager

  • Senior Bartender

  • Demi-Chef de Rang

  • Supervisor

  • Reservations Agent

  • Waiter

  • Bartender

  • Barista

  • Host

  • Runner

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Back of House roles are wonderfully diverse, covering everything from high-end fine dining to bakery producing fresh bread, roles include:

  • Culinary Admin

  • Head of Culinary

  • Executive Chef

  • Senior Head Chef 

  • Chef de Cuisine

  • Head Chef 

  • Sous Chef

  • Chef de Partie

  • Demi Chef de Partie

  • Commis Chef

  • Kitchen Porter
     

High Street Retail Hospitality:

High street retail hospitality, it's the beating heart of our towns and cities, right there on the buzzing "high street." Think cafes, restaurants, and those little joints next to, or in your favourite stores. 
 

Offering a convenient and accessible space for individuals to enjoy a meal, snack, or beverage, high street retail hospitality often presents enticing part-time employment opportunities, perfect for those who want a bit of flexibility.


When you step into the bigger retail game - think department stores or shopping centres – things get a bit more complicated. That's when you might need restaurant or café managers, ensuring the seamless integration and functionality of culinary enterprises within the dynamic landscape of retail settings.

Job opportunities in High Street Retail Hospitality include:​
 

  • General Managers

  • Café Manager

  • Assistant Managers

  • Team Leaders 

  • Baristas
     

Head Office Roles:

  • Operations: Operations Manager, Head of Operations, Operations Director

  • HR & People: HR Business Partner, Head of People, Head of Talent, Recruitment Manager, HR Director, Talent Director

  • Marketing & Communications: Marketing Manager, Social Media & Content Manager, Head of Marketing, Marketing Director

  • Finance & Procurement: Finance Manager, Procurement Manager, Head of Procurement, Finance Director, Procurement Director

  • Learning & Development: Training Manager, L&D Manager, Head of Learning & Development

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