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We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a part time basis contracted to 15 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon: Weekends only Tues: Weekends only Weds: Weekends only Thurs: Weekends only Fri: Weekends only Sat: Weekends only Sun: Weekends only Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Overseeing and implementing menu changes Identifying opportunities to improve our food services Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts Representing Healthcare and maintaining a positive brand image Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations Our ideal Chef will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Have experience supervising a team Have experience in a similar Chef role Hold a Food Hygiene certificate Have a flexible approach to working As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/2503/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/R/BU Oaks 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!

This role is based at Dovers Green School. Though you will only work during term time, you will be paid a salary every month including school holidays. This role has a starting salary of 16,210.12 per annum for working 27.5 hours per week, 38.4 weeks per year (equivalent to 13.35 per hour, plus annual leave allowance). Our Offer to You Competitive salary Final salary pension Discounts on various services including food shopping Health and wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme Full induction Term time only hours that allow for good work/life balance Training and development opportunities, including a Level 3 Food Hygiene Qualification. About the Role Using your passion, creativity and enthusiasm, you will inspire a team to produce an outstanding menu using fresh ingredients. In addition to using your flair and passion to create great dishes, you will record meal transactions, control and administer stock, order food and sundry supplies, and take responsibility for the day to day running of a smooth kitchen. Your main goal will be to provide school children with tasty, nutritious meals that help them develop healthy bodies and minds. Customer service is at the front and centre of the Twelve15 Vision and Mission. You will be a fantastic communicator with an ability to work with our school clients and our customers to promote the benefits of the service we offer. Your Application Your application should evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A passion and skill for cooking with an ability to deliver high levels of meals in a food production environment Health and Safety Certificate Level 1, and proven understanding of health and safety in a kitchen environment Level 2 Food Safety Certificate NVQ Level 2 in food preparation and cooking or equivalent IT and administrative skills Excellent communication skills (including teamwork, leadership, and customer service) Experience supervising staff and managing a kitchen Experience using catering equipment and the ability to train others Excellent time keeping and flexibility around locations. We'd also love to hear about any other relevant skills, interests, or knowledge that you could bring to the table. Perhaps you have detailed knowledge about allergies, or a particular interest in nutrition. Additionally, if you don't hold these qualifications but have a significant amount of experience catering for large groups of people in a management role, please don't hesitate in applying! To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Why do you think eating healthily is so important for children and what is the impact of a healthy school meal for children? Please tell us about your experience of working in a kitchen, including the part you played in the production of food. What experience do you have supervising / managing staff responsible for producing large quantities of food? Please list any skills and qualifications you have that are relevant to this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 22nd April 2026 with interviews to follow. Important Information regarding this vacancy Surrey County Council has confirmed that the Twelve15 service is expected to transfer to Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) on 1st September 2026. If you are successful in securing this role, and are employed within the Twelve15 service at the point of transfer (1st September 2026), your employment is expected to transfer to HCL under TUPE. This means that your continuity of service and existing terms and conditions of employment that you would be recruited on, would transfer to the new employer. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community At Olive House within Caterplus , we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart click apply for full job details

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community At Highview Court within Caterplus , we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart click apply for full job details

2nd Chef £16.42 per hour plus company benefits Full Time and sociable hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded One Of The UK s Best Companies To Work For Rivermede Court situated in Egham is a luxury 80 bed care home that provides the most luxurious surroundings and the very best in health care and support. We are looking for someone who is both energetic and passionate about providing exceptional food. Working from a variety of menus created by the Head Chef, you will ensure that mealtimes are a highlight of our residents days by ordering, preparing and serving appetizing freshly produced food, from local suppliers where possible, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. We aim to provide a fine dining experience with varied choices for every mealtime but also providing all catering for private events for our residents. Working in a spacious, exceptionally well equipped kitchen, you will need to be hard working, professional and reliable. Our Chef is looking for someone who has at least 2 year's catering experience, ideally Chef de Partie level with NVQ 2/3. You will need to have the passion to work with the catering team showcasing innovative and fine dining standard of food. You will be mentored and trained further by the Head Chef and encouraged to contribute to the kitchen's ideas and menus.

2nd Chef £18.56 per hour plus company benefits Full Time and sociable hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded One Of The UK s Best Companies To Work For Emerson Grange is an 85-bedroom care home that provides the most luxurious surroundings and the very best in care and support. We are looking for someone who is both energetic and passionate about providing exceptional food. Working from a variety of menus created by the Head Chef, you will ensure that mealtimes are a highlight of our residents days by ordering, preparing and serving appetizing freshly produced food, from local suppliers where possible, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. We aim to provide a fine dining experience with varied choices for every mealtime but also providing all catering for private events for our residents. Working in a spacious, exceptionally well equipped kitchen, you will need to be hard working, professional and reliable. Our Chef is looking for someone who has at least 2 year's catering experience, ideally Chef de Partie level with NVQ 2/3. You will need to have the passion to work with the catering team showcasing innovative and fine dining standard of food. You will be mentored and trained further by the Head Chef and encouraged to contribute to the kitchen's ideas and menus.

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community At Claridge House within Caterplus , we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart click apply for full job details

2nd Chef £18.56 per hour plus company benefits Full Time and sociable hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded One Of The UK s Best Companies To Work For Emerson Grange is an 85-bedroom care home that provides the most luxurious surroundings and the very best in care and support. We are looking for someone who is both energetic and passionate about providing exceptional food. Working from a variety of menus created by the Head Chef, you will ensure that mealtimes are a highlight of our residents days by ordering, preparing and serving appetizing freshly produced food, from local suppliers where possible, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. We aim to provide a fine dining experience with varied choices for every mealtime but also providing all catering for private events for our residents. Working in a spacious, exceptionally well equipped kitchen, you will need to be hard working, professional and reliable. Our Chef is looking for someone who has at least 2 year's catering experience, ideally Chef de Partie level with NVQ 2/3. You will need to have the passion to work with the catering team showcasing innovative and fine dining standard of food. You will be mentored and trained further by the Head Chef and encouraged to contribute to the kitchen's ideas and menus.

Second Chef Catering and Hospitality - Vane Hill Care Home Contract: Part Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 17 hours Vane Hill is a pair of grand Victorian houses overlooking the harbour in Torquay, offering breathtaking views across Torbay. This tranquil hilltop home provides specialist support for individuals with mental health conditions, including Korsakoff's syndrome and Alcohol-Related Brain Damage, fostering independence for up to 32 residents. We're looking for a skilled Second Chef to join our care home team, where you'll play a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day. What we offer: £12.21 per hour Contracted to 17 hours per week over 2 days - 8.30am - 5.30pm - alternative weekends ( The 2nd chef will be working on their own after some shadow shifts with the head chef. The 2nd chef will be expected to cover (where possible) the head chefs annual leave, vice versa.) Pension Onsite Parking Paid DBS Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract) Why This Role Matters As Chef, you'll do more than just cook"you'll be crafting meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents. Your expertise in the kitchen will help create a welcoming atmosphere where food is something everyone looks forward to. What You'll Do Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Menu Planning: Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients. Kitchen Management: Take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organizing and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality. Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed. Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment. Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas. Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications Culinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 " 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards). Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals. Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety. Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents' dietary needs. Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen, when the Head Chef isn't available. Desired Experience Specialized Food Preparation: Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents. Care Environment Experience: Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential. About us: You'll be joining a values-led care home that's part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We're expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust Respect Passion Kindness Inclusivity These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference. If you're passionate about cooking and want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we'd love to have you join our team. Bring your culinary skills to our kitchen, where your meals will nourish, delight, and contribute to the well-being of those in our care.

2nd Chef £16.42 per hour plus company benefits Full Time and sociable hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded One Of The UK s Best Companies To Work For Rivermede Court situated in Egham is a luxury 80 bed care home that provides the most luxurious surroundings and the very best in health care and support. We are looking for someone who is both energetic and passionate about providing exceptional food. Working from a variety of menus created by the Head Chef, you will ensure that mealtimes are a highlight of our residents days by ordering, preparing and serving appetizing freshly produced food, from local suppliers where possible, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. We aim to provide a fine dining experience with varied choices for every mealtime but also providing all catering for private events for our residents. Working in a spacious, exceptionally well equipped kitchen, you will need to be hard working, professional and reliable. Our Chef is looking for someone who has at least 2 year's catering experience, ideally Chef de Partie level with NVQ 2/3. You will need to have the passion to work with the catering team showcasing innovative and fine dining standard of food. You will be mentored and trained further by the Head Chef and encouraged to contribute to the kitchen's ideas and menus.

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community At Cadogen Court within Caterplus , we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart click apply for full job details

School Cook / Chef Location: Rendlesham IP12 Pay : £13.27 PAYE or £16.79 Umbrella Working hours 08.30- 13:30 Mon-Fri Length : temporary, from 2nd November until 19th December Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, Enhanced DBS and references are required ( we can apply for a new DBS) Are you an experienced Cook/ Chef looking for a new challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to use your cooking skills to make a real difference every day. Opus People Solutions are excited to recruit on behalf of Vertas Group for an experienced temporary Cook based at School. The role is to cater for approximately 150 meals a day (there are two Food Service Assistants on site as well) and make sure service are delivered to a high standard, and that?set?policies and procedures?are adhered to, prepare weekly menu. Main duties: Supervision of the unit including monitoring hygiene standards, staff training and all day-to-day operations of the kitchen. Undertake and/or lead a team where appropriate in the preparation, cooking and service of the meal. Administrative work, including placing orders, stock control and monitoring of food budgets. Checking and recording the amount, price and condition of all food/non-food deliveries and taking any necessary action required. To take responsibility for the standards of cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen premises and equipment whilst maintaining sufficient stock levels of cleaning materials. We are looking for an experienced cook with Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, who has a sound understanding of current food hygiene practices and legislation, knowledge in preparation and cooking of healthy, high-quality meals for a range of customers needs, great team player, working as part of wider catering team. Sounds good? We'd love to hear from you, please apply now!