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You’ll have good knowledge of risk management, health &amp; safety, and food hygiene regulations, and the ability to motivate and encourage members of your team. On a personal level, you’ll be highly organised, capable of delivering at pace, and a person passionate about providing an excellent service for the benefit of the community you serve. You’ll represent the City of London and its residents with pride and drive change that delivers service improvements within your team.</p>\n<p>We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce at this grade. These include people who are Black, Asian and from global ethnic majority backgrounds, people with disabilities and women.&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Interested? 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