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Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield - We Need a Star Chef! ️ We're opening an exciting Busy Bees nursery in Binfield this summer, and we're on the hunt for a talented chef to bring delicious, nutritious meals to life for our little learners! This is more than just a kitchen-it's your chance to help shape the food culture in a brand-new nursery where fresh ingredients, big flavors, and happy children come together! If you love cooking wholesome, nutritious food , have a passion for early years nutrition , and want to be part of something exciting, we want to hear from you! Your Chef Perks & Benefits Competitive salary - £15.35 per hour Birthday off - Because chefs deserve to celebrate too! Up to 28 days holiday - Including bank holidays Career progression & training - Develop your skills and grow with us Menopause support & wellbeing resources - A workplace that supports YOU Discounts on retail brands - Save money with Hive's exclusive perks Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute makes a happy chef! Pension & financial perks - Helping you plan for the future 25% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Plus, our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform includes: Wellbeing Hub - Packed with resources for physical & mental health Celebrating You - Recognising and rewarding our fantastic team Grow with Us - Exciting training & development opportunities Role Responsibilities: Your Chef Responsibilities Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children's dietary needs Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing Required Qualifications: ️ Are You Our Perfect Chef? Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) Experience in catering or kitchen operations Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children Empathy and understanding - Every child is unique If you've worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager , we want to hear from you! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!

Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield - We Need a Star Chef! ️ We're opening an exciting Busy Bees nursery in Binfield this summer, and we're on the hunt for a talented chef to bring delicious, nutritious meals to life for our little learners! This is more than just a kitchen-it's your chance to help shape the food culture in a brand-new nursery where fresh ingredients, big flavors, and happy children come together! If you love cooking wholesome, nutritious food , have a passion for early years nutrition , and want to be part of something exciting, we want to hear from you! Your Chef Perks & Benefits Competitive salary - £15.35 per hour Birthday off - Because chefs deserve to celebrate too! Up to 28 days holiday - Including bank holidays Career progression & training - Develop your skills and grow with us Menopause support & wellbeing resources - A workplace that supports YOU Discounts on retail brands - Save money with Hive's exclusive perks Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute makes a happy chef! Pension & financial perks - Helping you plan for the future 25% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Plus, our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform includes: Wellbeing Hub - Packed with resources for physical & mental health Celebrating You - Recognising and rewarding our fantastic team Grow with Us - Exciting training & development opportunities Role Responsibilities: Your Chef Responsibilities Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children's dietary needs Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing Required Qualifications: ️ Are You Our Perfect Chef? Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) Experience in catering or kitchen operations Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children Empathy and understanding - Every child is unique If you've worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager , we want to hear from you! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!

Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield - We Need a Star Chef! ️ We're opening an exciting Busy Bees nursery in Binfield this summer, and we're on the hunt for a talented chef to bring delicious, nutritious meals to life for our little learners! This is more than just a kitchen-it's your chance to help shape the food culture in a brand-new nursery where fresh ingredients, big flavors, and happy children come together! If you love cooking wholesome, nutritious food , have a passion for early years nutrition , and want to be part of something exciting, we want to hear from you! Your Chef Perks & Benefits Competitive salary - £15.35 per hour Birthday off - Because chefs deserve to celebrate too! Up to 28 days holiday - Including bank holidays Career progression & training - Develop your skills and grow with us Menopause support & wellbeing resources - A workplace that supports YOU Discounts on retail brands - Save money with Hive's exclusive perks Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute makes a happy chef! Pension & financial perks - Helping you plan for the future 25% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Plus, our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform includes: Wellbeing Hub - Packed with resources for physical & mental health Celebrating You - Recognising and rewarding our fantastic team Grow with Us - Exciting training & development opportunities Role Responsibilities: Your Chef Responsibilities Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children's dietary needs Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing Required Qualifications: ️ Are You Our Perfect Chef? Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) Experience in catering or kitchen operations Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children Empathy and understanding - Every child is unique If you've worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager , we want to hear from you! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!

Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield - We Need a Star Chef! ️ We're opening an exciting Busy Bees nursery in Binfield this summer, and we're on the hunt for a talented chef to bring delicious, nutritious meals to life for our little learners! This is more than just a kitchen-it's your chance to help shape the food culture in a brand-new nursery where fresh ingredients, big flavors, and happy children come together! If you love cooking wholesome, nutritious food , have a passion for early years nutrition , and want to be part of something exciting, we want to hear from you! Your Chef Perks & Benefits Competitive salary - £15.35 per hour Birthday off - Because chefs deserve to celebrate too! Up to 28 days holiday - Including bank holidays Career progression & training - Develop your skills and grow with us Menopause support & wellbeing resources - A workplace that supports YOU Discounts on retail brands - Save money with Hive's exclusive perks Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute makes a happy chef! Pension & financial perks - Helping you plan for the future 25% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Plus, our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform includes: Wellbeing Hub - Packed with resources for physical & mental health Celebrating You - Recognising and rewarding our fantastic team Grow with Us - Exciting training & development opportunities Role Responsibilities: Your Chef Responsibilities Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children's dietary needs Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing Required Qualifications: ️ Are You Our Perfect Chef? Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) Experience in catering or kitchen operations Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children Empathy and understanding - Every child is unique If you've worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager , we want to hear from you! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!

One of the UK s leading food led contract catering companies is expanding their area support team due to a number of contracts been won & renewed. This is a really exciting and different role as you will be going to a whole host of different sites from B & I, conference centres and private schools. At every site the food is fresh, seasonal and local and ranging from fine dining street food grab and go. You will need to have worked at a high level a lot of the onsite Head Chefs have worked in Michelin and multiple Rosettes who want work life balance. They are looking for creative and passionate Chefs who love the industry. The areas you will cover are Oxford, Milton Keynes, Cambridge and Central London . Area Head Chef Snapshot £40,000 - £42,000 40 hours per week Decent Mileage Monday Friday 7am 3pm Full Time NOT Agency Accommodation Allowance (if required) Straight shifts Award winning high end contract catering company All food is fresh, seasonal and local suppliers used Career progression to Head Chef / Exec Chef / Development Roles The role itself ranges from overall support, sickness cover or help with mobilisations. This is an exciting opportunity as you will be going to different sites and working with a number of different Area Managers and also Operations Director and is a great stepping stone into this company and getting your name noticed nationally. Majority of the time you will be working Monday Friday Daytime but on the rare occasion you might have to work a Saturday or evening due to emergencys. If you are interested in this Area Head Chef role then please apply.

Vacancy Reference Number: OKMC/PR/UK-R1 Position title: The Open Kitchen Manchester Chef Reports to: UK Programmes Manager Location: Manchester Hours of Work: Part-time, 12- hours per week Thursday - Sunday (4-Days per week) Salary guideline: (Up to) £24.00 per hour which is equivalent to £15,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience) Terms of Employment: 12-Months Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period) Application Process & Closing Date: Send an up to date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 6th March 2026 Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s): Interviews: As Suitable Applications Received Start: ASAP thereafter Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date. Role: Open Kitchen Chef About the Project The Open Kitchen is a community-led initiative tackling food poverty and social isolation across the UK. Our kitchens, based in Hounslow (London), Nottingham, and Manchester, provide free, hot, and nutritious meals to individuals and families affected by homelessness, low income, or displacement as refugees. Operating seven days a week, the Open Kitchen offers more than just food it provides a safe, welcoming space where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Each kitchen also serves as a community support hub, distributing essential household items and sleeping bags to those in need. Through this initiative, we aim not only to alleviate hunger but also to connect service users with pathways to stability, empowerment, and independence. Key Responsibilities As part of the Open Kitchen project team, the role will involve ensuring the smooth, safe, and impactful operation of Open Kitchen Manchester. To lead the delivery of Muslim Hands s free hot meal provision and structured cooking Facilities , ensuring that local communities can access nutritious hot meals in a safe, welcoming environment while also learning essential cooking skills to make everyday meals from food parcel ingredients. This role will directly contribute to reducing food insecurity, building confidence, and promoting independence among beneficiaries. Responsibilities include: Oversee day-to-day activities within Open Kitchen Manchester, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals. Plan, prepare, and cook hot meals for O.K s free weekday lunch meals. Ensure all meals are healthy, nutritious, culturally appropriate, and prepared in line with food safety and hygiene regulations. • Cooking with and preserving large quantities of surplus food. Supervise and observe the cooking facility to ensuring compliance with hygiene, health, and safety regulations. Manage food inventory, kitchen supplies, and procurement processes to ensure sustainability and efficiency. Ensure all food standards are followed. Train, and supervise volunteers to ensure effective service delivery and adherence to health and safety standards. Design and deliver weekly cooking classes for small groups, teaching participants how to prepare affordable, nutritious meals using food parcel items. Taking responsibility for safeguarding, health and safety and all policies relating to hot meals operations . Work collaboratively with volunteers, supporting their development and ensuring they are engaged meaningfully in meal preparation and delivery. Participant in staff meetings where required. Attend training and professional development sessions. •Any other ad-hoc tasks as require by your line-manager. What We're Looking For A genuine commitment to serving vulnerable and destitute individuals with care and respect. Right to work in the UK and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, completed before starting the role. Warm interpersonal skills, comfortable engaging with people from all walks of life. A dependable, team-oriented attitude and availability for weekend shifts. Essential skills and experience: Professional cooking ability proven experience preparing nutritious, balanced, and culturally appropriate meals at scale. Food safety & hygiene knowledge Level 2 (or higher) Food Hygiene certificate and thorough understanding of health and safety regulations in kitchens. Menu planning & organisation ability to plan and deliver hot meals within budget and using surplus food creatively. Teaching and facilitation skills experience delivering group cooking sessions, workshops, or training in a practical, engaging way. Communication skills approachable, clear communicator able to engage with people from diverse backgrounds. Nutritional awareness knowledge of affordable, healthy meal preparation, particularly using food parcel ingredients. Safeguarding awareness understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within a community setting. Team collaboration ability to work with, support, and supervise volunteers of varying skill levels. Adaptability confident working with surplus food and adjusting menus to available resources. Commitment to values alignment with Muslim Hands s mission to address poverty, food insecurity, and inequality Why Join Us? As part of the Muslim Hands family, you ll help create a place of warmth and friendship for those in need. Your presence will extend beyond service, contributing to a deeper mission of compassion, respect, and community uplift. If you d like to support others and be part of something truly special, we d be honoured to receive your application. NB: This Job Description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope. The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.

One of the UK s leading food led contract catering companies is expanding their area support team due to a number of contracts been won & renewed. This is a really exciting and different role as you will be going to a whole host of different sites from B & I, conference centres and private schools. At every site the food is fresh, seasonal and local and ranging from fine dining street food grab and go. You will need to have worked at a high level a lot of the onsite Head Chefs have worked in Michelin and multiple Rosettes who want work life balance. They are looking for creative and passionate Chefs who love the industry. The areas you will cover are Oxford, Milton Keynes, Cambridge and Central London . Support Head Chef Snapshot £40,000 - £42,000 40 hours per week Decent Mileage Monday Friday 7am 3pm Full Time NOT Agency Accommodation Allowance (if required) Straight shifts Award winning high end contract catering company All food is fresh, seasonal and local suppliers used Career progression to Head Chef / Exec Chef / Development Roles The role itself ranges from overall support, sickness cover or help with mobilisations. This is an exciting opportunity as you will be going to different sites and working with a number of different Area Managers and also Operations Director and is a great stepping stone into this company and getting your name noticed nationally. Majority of the time you will be working Monday Friday Daytime but on the rare occasion you might have to work a Saturday or evening due to emergencies. If you are interested in this full time Support Head Chef role then please apply.

Catering Team Leader Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Working 5 days out of 7 (Monday-Sunday) on a rotating shift pattern: Week 1: 6:30am - 3:00pm Week 2: 12:00pm - 8:30pm Salary: £28,500 - £29,188 per annum Benefits: Competitive salary, generous pension scheme, free meals, and more. Plus, the opportunity to live and work in a beautiful rural setting. Reporting To: Catering & Events Manager About the Role They are seeking a dedicated Catering Team Leader to join their dynamic catering department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about food service and team leadership, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional standards. About the Department With a kitchen brigade of 15, including Chefs, Commis Chefs, Kitchen Assistants, and Stores staff, the department delivers a fully catered service serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and supper, seven days a week during term time. They cater for approximately 560 pupils and 450 staff, alongside numerous hospitality events and formal dinners throughout the year. Professional development is a priority, with opportunities for supplier visits, culinary training, and industry insights. Previous initiatives have included visits to 5-star hotels, attendance at food festivals, and hands-on sessions with suppliers. Apprenticeships are also supported, with recent successes at Level 2 and Level 4 in Chef Management and Commis Chef roles. Key Responsibilities Supervise all General Assistants and Kitchen Porters on shift. Oversee the management and maintenance of dining rooms and food service areas. Ensure salad counters and servery areas are clean, stocked, and ready for service. Conduct pre-service briefings, including allergen and dietary information. Enforce health & safety compliance and food hygiene standards. Deliver efficient, friendly service and respond promptly to customer requests. Complete all necessary records daily (checklists, temperatures, cleaning schedules). Comply with legislative procedures (Manual Handling, COSHH, Fire Safety, Food Safety). Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards across all catering areas. Collate weekly HACCP documentation. Order non-food items and manage COSHH products appropriately. Assist with stocktaking, staff induction, and training. Support hospitality and events as directed by management. Contribute to new ideas and improvements within the catering department. Provide cover and work overtime when required. What They're Looking For Essential: Previous experience in a similar catering role, ideally catering for large numbers. Strong organisational skills and ability to lead a team effectively. Excellent communication skills with a professional, approachable manner. Ability to work under pressure, using initiative and remaining calm. High standards of personal hygiene and commitment to food safety. Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team. Full driving licence or reliable transport (rural location with limited public transport). Desirable: Previous supervisory experience. Level 2 Food Safety and Level 3 Supervising Food Safety qualifications. Flexible and proactive approach to work. If this exciting opportunity interests you, please apply ASAP!

Front of House Manager - Thetford - A popular independent garden centre is seeking to appoint a Front of House Manager to lead a team of 20+ and continue the sites reputation for catering excellence! Key Info: Salary: From 32,500 Hours: Permanent, Full Time (Rotered Shift pattern - alternate weekends) Location: Thetford, Norfolk Great staff benefits package (pension, well - being scheme, paid holiday, and lots more!) Purpose: To manage the efficient running of the catering offer on a day-to-day basis To drive the sales and profitability of catering ensuring financial budgets are achieved To evolve and develop the catering offer to a market leading position To ensure the agreed standards are always maintained To work closely with Head Chef to achieve the efficient running of the catering offer on a day-to-day basis Role and Responsibilities: To assist developing, documenting, agreeing, and implementing the catering strategy To proactively serve and help customers in need of assistance, resolving queries/complaints To ensure service times are acceptable with excellent food served every time To ensure high levels of hospitality at all times To manage customer reviews/comments online and in store To ensure food and wages costs are within the agreed budget To drive the marketing and events of the department To ensure the agreed procedures for Food Safety are carried out To provide the team with the guidance and priorities for the business To coach and develop the team to deliver the required results To manage the team on a day-to-day basis including their motivation and morale To manage the induction process for catering working closely with the Operations Manager To hold regular meetings with the team to improve performance To oversee the management of the catering till operations, including scanning accuracy To manage all catering goods in, booking in and invoice balancing working closely with the Supply Chain & Stock Control manager Requirements: Experience as a Front of House Manager in a similar venue Excellent communication skills Strong leadership skills Passionate about food Enthusiastic attitude and willingness to take operation to the next level Apply Now Unfortunately, due to the large volume of applications we receive, we can only respond to applicants with relevant work experience. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Monday to Friday Term time only Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families We're currently recruiting a dedicated Chef Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells. As a Chef Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Your key responsibilities will include: To be responsible for the overall efficient and effective management of the contract to ensure great quality, consistent food and beverage services across all areas To maintain positive client relationships ensuring To ensure the smooth planning of the contract and resources to deliver a first-class service to our clients and customers To be responsible for the management, recruitment, development and training of team members To ensure the contract is fully compliant with company policies and procedures To deliver on the agreed financial budget and run commercially in line with net income and cost targets Who you are: Must has previous chef experience Previous experience in contract catering Experience of leading and managing teams to deliver results Track record of growing sales and retaining business Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong leadership with the ability to motivate and engage teams Ability to liaise with colleagues, customers and clients at all levels Quality and process driven with particular focus on delivering results Compliant with Company policies and procedures in line with client agreements IT Literate (MS Office, Email) Please note: this role is contracted to 46 weeks per year About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/2101/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/R/SU Schools 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!

Our client is known as a market leader in the quality sector of the food hospitality industry. They are at an exciting point of progression in the company, making it a great time for new recruits to join their journey. They provide high-quality ambient, chilled, fresh, and frozen produce from around the world and supply some of the most prestigious chefs in the country. Their aim is to provide customer service excellence with every order and to stock the most innovative and unique range of fine, specialist and staple products, tailored for the quality sector of the market. At present, most of their customers are London-based, but they have already begun the expansion process into other major UK cities such as Manchester, Brighton and Bristol. The future is very promising! Responsibilities Place orders via telephone with suppliers - on a nightly basis - ensuring high quality produce is bought at the most cost-effective competitive price. Provide all POs with ordered produce to the driver so they can make sure they are collecting all produce ordered. Run & follow Buying Requirement reports, check customer orders, place orders, processing GRNs and credits daily and amend POs to match deliveries daily. Reduce Missed Sales. Help check deliveries when they arrive throughout the night and split the pallets to check and detect any issues with the orders to feed back to suppliers. Check waste and assisting with shorts throughout the night. Identify areas for improvement and raise with the Commercial Fresh Produce Procurement Category Manager. Achieve the KPIs communicated by the Nights Manager and Commercial Procurement Category Manager. Collaborate with Technical, Operations, Nights Teams and Commercial Fresh Produce Procurement Category Manager and others. Ensure compliance with all company workplace standards, policies, procedures and requirements on food safety, health & safety, environment and finance and buying processes. Collaborate with the Commercial Fresh Produce Procurement Category Manager to ensure a Fresh Produce supplier strategy that aligns with the company's long-term sourcing objectives. Requirements Experience of buying Fresh Produce Working night shift (typically 9pm - 6am 5 days per week) Experience in food stock replenishment Comfortable with systems and computers and running and analysing reports. Understanding of the supply chain process in wholesale fresh food buying Good attention to & eye for detail, accurate. Driven, self-motivated, reliable, dependable. Able to cope with the demands of a fast paced and changing business, flexible and adaptable. Effective team player, collaborator, effective relationship builder Ability to multi-task, works well under pressure Benefits 25 days holiday Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Company events Birthday voucher Referral Scheme Joining this company means you'll be working alongside a real team-spirited group of people. They value honesty, integrity and big ideas and ensure that work-life balance is enjoyed by all. They are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all staff. They provide the tools and support necessary to ensure their teams remain passionate about their work and deliver excellence throughout their career. They are big on learning & development and consistently strive to identify upcoming talent in-house. If you're willing to work hard and looking for a long-term career opportunity, this could be the role for you!

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Monday to Friday Free meals on duty Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families What you'll be doing: To organise and supervise the unit in accordance with and to the standards required by Compass Group UK & Ireland, the contract specification and statutory Regulations. To be responsible for the overall efficient and effective management of the unit under their control providing a quality service. Responsible for the preparation, cooking and service of food to agreed standards and specification. To ensure the efficient and economic use is made of all resources, including stock, team members and company assets More about the role: Good Chef Skills Good knowledge and experience of working with food People Management Communication Results Orientation Holding others accountable Understanding Customers Proven experience in managing successful teams in a similar environment Basic Food Hygiene certificate Experience of leading and managing a small team of people Minimum 2 years catering experience Excellent financial acumen I.T literate About Us 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/1901/C16301/(phone number removed)/SU House 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!

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Monday to Friday Term time only Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families We're currently recruiting a dedicated Chef Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells. As a Chef Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Your key responsibilities will include: To be responsible for the overall efficient and effective management of the contract to ensure great quality, consistent food and beverage services across all areas To maintain positive client relationships ensuring To ensure the smooth planning of the contract and resources to deliver a first-class service to our clients and customers To be responsible for the management, recruitment, development and training of team members To ensure the contract is fully compliant with company policies and procedures To deliver on the agreed financial budget and run commercially in line with net income and cost targets Who you are: Must has previous chef experience Previous experience in contract catering Experience of leading and managing teams to deliver results Track record of growing sales and retaining business Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong leadership with the ability to motivate and engage teams Ability to liaise with colleagues, customers and clients at all levels Quality and process driven with particular focus on delivering results Compliant with Company policies and procedures in line with client agreements IT Literate (MS Office, Email) About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/2101/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/R/SU Schools 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!

Description About The Role We're looking for experienced Chefs to join the Butlin's Buffets team based in Skegness. We truly believe that variety is the spice of life and in this role you'll have the opportunity to lead and develop the skills of our team in one of our fantastic buffet restaurants. A Butlin's resort is the home of getting stuck in and no trip to the seaside would be complete without great food and we offer this to every guest, every time in our restaurants. As a chef your responsibilities in this role will be a key factor in our kitchens. You will be support the Junior Kitchen Manager and oversee the daily operation in your own section, ensuring efficiency and compliance with food safety policies. You will also maintain a clean and organised workstation, always adhering the health and safety regulations demonstrating these responsibilities as a behaviour standard to the Commis Chefs you will lead, train and mentor with guidance and support as needed. This is a 35 hour role, working 5 days over 7 including weekends, paid fortnightly. Breakfast shifts are 4am - 12pm Dinner shifts are 11am - 7.30pm Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the business and support the team. Live in accommodation may be available if over 18 and relocating to the area subject to a DBS check. About You We are looking for individuals with experience in a similar level You will need to be hard working and determined, a reliable person who likes to get things done and who will look for better ways for the team to consistently deliver our brand standards. We are looking for candidates who are energetic and enthusiastic, high spirited and fun loving and who will understand their role and the value they can add to the guest experience by unleashing the potential of the team. You should have also passed your Level 3 Food Safety qualification and be confident in leading a team to continually deliver high standards in a fast paced and busy kitchen environment. As with any chef role at this level, you will also be responsible for managing margins and controlling costs and all things health, safety and hygiene related. We think our chefs at Butlin's are something special and we know our guests love to keep returning to our restaurants as part of their holiday experience so the cherry on the top for the successful candidate is for them to be fun, keen to join in and work as part of a team, and is interested in ensuring our guests have a great time, every time. About Butlin's At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Mobile chef manager to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part time basis contracted to 25 hours per week. As a Mobile chef manager, 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. We are looking for an enthusiastic person, with great people skills to support in and around the area, we currently have 20 primary schools and 5 secondary schools and it would be supporting with cooking, ordering, stock taking, weekly bookwork training. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Other Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Chartwells? 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 Chartwells 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 Mobile chef manager 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 Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/2801/J/BU Schools 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!

We're looking for a Holiday Park Chef to work with a great team on park to deliver high standard food to holidaymakers. Working alongside the Manager, you are required to provide a variety of quality food dishes to a high standard of preparation, production and presentation, working to costed recipes, maintaining high levels of cleanliness and Customer Care. To serve the public in the most courteous and efficient manner including effective handling of enquiries and complaints with the ability to deal well with change, uncertainty and flexible enough to adapt and sensibly respond to the situation at hand. Duties will included Order food stock appropriate to sales levels and not over order Return sub-standard deliveries with the appropriate paperwork and contact suppliers, informing the Food & Beverage / Restaurant Manager of any supplier issues Sign for all deliveries, where possible Prepare food for service appropriate to sales levels Monitor and control stock levels ensuring there are no shortfalls and that stock rotation is followed and all store rooms, fridges and freezers are in order Prepare recipes and ensure the team are fully trained in delivering to a set standard Ensure that the storage of food meets company and statutory Health and Safety and Food Hygiene requirements Ensure temperature records and food labelling is maintained and up to date Ensure that the kitchen is clean and hygienic, making sure cleaning rotas are adhered to and records kept Ensure the kitchen uniform and personal hygiene requirements are adhered to Ensure the kitchen runs smoothly on a daily basis and is adequately staffed and stocked To undergo specific training as indicated by the Manager as and when required Take all reasonable steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of all employees, patrons and visitors, by promoting safe working practices Comply with company policies, rules and procedures at all times Any other duties as required by your line manager commensurate with your role Skills required : The ability to write menus that are both creative and profitable Help can be given however a basic understanding would be beneficial The ability to constantly perform well in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment Excellent organisational skills to ensure the smooth running of a kitchen Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Full-time Permanent role - 40 hour week.

Head Chef, Country Inn, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, up to 50k, offsite accommodation available This beautiful country inn surrounding by countryside, offers freshly prepared food using quality seasonal ingredients and menus changed seasonally. With charcoal grills and a wood fired pizza oven, the emphasis is on Mediterranean-inspired food including handmade authentic Italian pizzas. What you will be doing: Responsible for the overall running and management of the kitchen Leading and managing a team of 10 Ensuring a high standard of food is produced and presented Create and execute a fresh food menu offer for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Responsible for HACCP, H&S, Food Safety, allergens etc Working to budget and GP Working hours are 5/7, 45 hours per week Benefits include: An achievable bonus scheme Live in option available A share of gratuities 60% discounted meals when you are working 25% discount on food and 15% off drinks for you and your friends on your day off Training and career development opportunities What we are looking for: a passionate and food driven Head Chef with a stable work history (min 18 months in each place) experienced within a high quality fresh food kitchen (high street restaurant, hotel or gastro pub) able to cook freshly prepared food with an eye for detail and presentation a strong manager with the ability to lead, motivate and develop your team financially aware and able to manage/work to budget genuinely passionate about food and customer service able to work well under pressure remaining calm at all times Due to location, applicants must have their own transport Interested Then apply immediately or send your updated CV directly to (url removed) All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time of application INDLP

Description About The Role We're looking for experienced Chefs to join the Butlin's Buffets team based in Skegness. We truly believe that variety is the spice of life and in this role you'll have the opportunity to lead and develop the skills of our team in one of our fantastic buffet restaurants. A Butlin's resort is the home of getting stuck in and no trip to the seaside would be complete without great food and we offer this to every guest, every time in our restaurants. As a chef your responsibilities in this role will be a key factor in our kitchens. You will be support the Junior Kitchen Manager and oversee the daily operation in your own section, ensuring efficiency and compliance with food safety policies. You will also maintain a clean and organised workstation, always adhering the health and safety regulations demonstrating these responsibilities as a behaviour standard to the Commis Chefs you will lead, train and mentor with guidance and support as needed. This is a 35 hour role, working 5 days over 7 including weekends, paid fortnightly. Breakfast shifts are 4am - 12pm Dinner shifts are 11am - 7.30pm Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the business and support the team. Live in accommodation may be available if over 18 and relocating to the area subject to a DBS check. About You We are looking for individuals with experience in a similar level You will need to be hard working and determined, a reliable person who likes to get things done and who will look for better ways for the team to consistently deliver our brand standards. We are looking for candidates who are energetic and enthusiastic, high spirited and fun loving and who will understand their role and the value they can add to the guest experience by unleashing the potential of the team. You should have also passed your Level 3 Food Safety qualification and be confident in leading a team to continually deliver high standards in a fast paced and busy kitchen environment. As with any chef role at this level, you will also be responsible for managing margins and controlling costs and all things health, safety and hygiene related. We think our chefs at Butlin's are something special and we know our guests love to keep returning to our restaurants as part of their holiday experience so the cherry on the top for the successful candidate is for them to be fun, keen to join in and work as part of a team, and is interested in ensuring our guests have a great time, every time. About Butlin's At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!