We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef de Partie, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers in the market-leading food service company in the UK. In return we offer support and development 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: Full-time (Days) Tues: Full-time (Days) Weds: Full-time (Days) Thurs: Full-time (Days) Fri: Full-time (Days) Sat: Full-time (Days) Sun: Full-time (Days) 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 Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator Representing Eurest and maintaining a positive brand image Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards Complying with Health & Safety regulations Our ideal Chef de Partie will: Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers Have a desire to succeed in your role Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Have a safety-first mind set Passionate about food We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030. We're people-powered at Eurest It?s an understatement to say that we?re passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting Job Reference: com BU 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!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef de Partie, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers in the market-leading food service company in the UK. In return we offer support and development 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: Full-time (Days) Tues: Full-time (Days) Weds: Full-time (Days) Thurs: Full-time (Days) Fri: Full-time (Days) Sat: Full-time (Days) Sun: Full-time (Days) 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 Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator Representing Eurest and maintaining a positive brand image Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards Complying with Health & Safety regulations Our ideal Chef de Partie will: Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers Have a desire to succeed in your role Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Have a safety-first mind set Passionate about food We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030. We're people-powered at Eurest It?s an understatement to say that we?re passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting Job Reference: com BU 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 currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Compass Group UK&I on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 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. Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Compass Group UK&I? 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 Compass Group UK&I 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/0804/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/BU .IML 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!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Compass Group UK&I on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 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. Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Compass Group UK&I? 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 Compass Group UK&I 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/0804/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/BU .IML 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 currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 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 patterns will be: Variable shifts Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? 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 Defence 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 Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com BU 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!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 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 patterns will be: Variable shifts Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? 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 Defence 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 Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com BU 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!
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 3 brands, Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Chef School Location: St Peter's Catholic School, Guildford, GU1 2TN Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3pm (37.5 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £25,000 per Annum What will I be doing? Assisting the onsite Chef Manager with the preparation of the main meals and snacks for the site Working using fresh seasonal ingredients cooking for a volume of (200+) May include some counter service / till work Keeping the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. We're open to people from all industry backgrounds, in fact, we pride ourselves on having restaurant-quality chefs in our secondary schools. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us! So maybe you fancy having your weekends back, school holidays off, no more late nights and split shifts? We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. Our chefs love building rapport with the students and helping them explore different cuisines, with us, you'll be building the foundations of a positive attitude to food for life. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme (at over 850 retailers!) If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! A trade test will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 3 brands, Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Chef School Location: St Peter's Catholic School, Guildford, GU1 2TN Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3pm (37.5 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £25,000 per Annum What will I be doing? Assisting the onsite Chef Manager with the preparation of the main meals and snacks for the site Working using fresh seasonal ingredients cooking for a volume of (200+) May include some counter service / till work Keeping the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. We're open to people from all industry backgrounds, in fact, we pride ourselves on having restaurant-quality chefs in our secondary schools. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us! So maybe you fancy having your weekends back, school holidays off, no more late nights and split shifts? We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. Our chefs love building rapport with the students and helping them explore different cuisines, with us, you'll be building the foundations of a positive attitude to food for life. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme (at over 850 retailers!) If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! A trade test will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
A leading food service company is seeking an ambitious Chef in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves preparing and serving delightful food experiences, along with overseeing menu changes and maintaining high hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant culinary qualifications and a passion for great food and customer service. This full-time position promotes career progression and celebrates individuality within the workplace.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
A leading food service company is seeking an ambitious Chef in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves preparing and serving delightful food experiences, along with overseeing menu changes and maintaining high hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant culinary qualifications and a passion for great food and customer service. This full-time position promotes career progression and celebrates individuality within the workplace.
A fantastic Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, paying £13.50 + Tips, has become available at Cafe/ Restaurant which offers excellent work life balance. Excellent work life balance which include mainly daytime hours (still including weekends). NO SPLIT SHIFTS - Straight shifts only. 40 hours per week. Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, Other Highlights: Starting rate of £13.50 with potential pay review upon completion of probation. 40 hours per week. Tips on top of pay. Full time, permanent position. Excellent investment in the venue and kitchen - recent refurbishment. 28 Days paid annual leave. Open plan/ bright kitchen. Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, Ideal Candidate: A reliable person who already has some basic chef/cooking experience in the workplace. Access to your own vehicle is essential. If you are interested in this Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, please apply today!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
A fantastic Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, paying £13.50 + Tips, has become available at Cafe/ Restaurant which offers excellent work life balance. Excellent work life balance which include mainly daytime hours (still including weekends). NO SPLIT SHIFTS - Straight shifts only. 40 hours per week. Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, Other Highlights: Starting rate of £13.50 with potential pay review upon completion of probation. 40 hours per week. Tips on top of pay. Full time, permanent position. Excellent investment in the venue and kitchen - recent refurbishment. 28 Days paid annual leave. Open plan/ bright kitchen. Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, Ideal Candidate: A reliable person who already has some basic chef/cooking experience in the workplace. Access to your own vehicle is essential. If you are interested in this Kitchen Assistant/ Prep Chef job near Leicester, please apply today!
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 35 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 patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? 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 Defence 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 Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. 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!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 35 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 patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? 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 Defence 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 Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. 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!
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role ob Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School in the Brixton Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-4.30pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £40,000 per year Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), Free meals onshift & IFG uniform Company pension and other great IFG benefits Your Background We're open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us! What's in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role ob Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School in the Brixton Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-4.30pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £40,000 per year Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), Free meals onshift & IFG uniform Company pension and other great IFG benefits Your Background We're open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us! What's in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
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: Free meals Free on-site gym Onsite free car parking Free onsite swimming pool access 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 Working 5 out of 7 days 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 Sous 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 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/3103/(phone number removed)/(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!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
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: Free meals Free on-site gym Onsite free car parking Free onsite swimming pool access 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 Working 5 out of 7 days 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 Sous 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 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/3103/(phone number removed)/(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!
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
FULL TIME PERMANENT CHEF/COOK - INVERNESS Our client, a well-loved business in Inverness, is looking for a friendly and dedicated Chef to join their vibrant team. If you're passionate about creating delicious food and enjoy working in a welcoming environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! What you'll be doing: Preparing and cooking a variety of cafe-style dishes to a high standard Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen Assisting with stock control and ordering supplies Supporting the team to deliver excellent customer service What you'll bring: Experience in preparing cafe or similar casual dining menus Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations Ability to work efficiently under pressure A positive attitude and team spirit Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends - no split shifts and no late evenings. Additional information: No formal qualifications are necessary, but a passion for food and customer satisfaction is essential A friendly, professional approach and a willingness to learn are highly valued This is a fantastic chance to be part of a busy, community-focused cafe where your skills will be appreciated. If you're ready to bring your cooking talents to a friendly team in Inverness, apply now! We look forward to hearing from you. Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
FULL TIME PERMANENT CHEF/COOK - INVERNESS Our client, a well-loved business in Inverness, is looking for a friendly and dedicated Chef to join their vibrant team. If you're passionate about creating delicious food and enjoy working in a welcoming environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! What you'll be doing: Preparing and cooking a variety of cafe-style dishes to a high standard Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen Assisting with stock control and ordering supplies Supporting the team to deliver excellent customer service What you'll bring: Experience in preparing cafe or similar casual dining menus Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations Ability to work efficiently under pressure A positive attitude and team spirit Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends - no split shifts and no late evenings. Additional information: No formal qualifications are necessary, but a passion for food and customer satisfaction is essential A friendly, professional approach and a willingness to learn are highly valued This is a fantastic chance to be part of a busy, community-focused cafe where your skills will be appreciated. If you're ready to bring your cooking talents to a friendly team in Inverness, apply now! We look forward to hearing from you. Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
The Roof Gardens (Kensington, W8 5SA) Chief Operations Officer Robert Walters is proud to be retained on an exclusive basis to supply a new Chief Operations Officer to The Roof Gardens. This executive role, reports directly into The Roof Gardens' CEO and takes full responsibility for commercial output, strategy and performance across F&B Operations, Memberships and Events. The postholder will work in a visible and hands-on capacity to quickly assess and remedy challenges, whilst also shaping and implementing mid and long-term operational strategies and supporting wider initiatives in partnership with Marketing, Technology, Finance, Building compliance and other functions. This truly iconic and prestigious multi-site hospitality venue is steeped in prestige and now redeveloped is entering into a new era, re-defining aspirational experiences for its members and their guests. I am seeking conversations with candidates from deep, multi-site, membership-based, hospitality environments, who can talk comprehensively around their skills in managing change, be this tactical or strategic. The Roof Gardens has ambitions growth plans, so adaptability and versatility is key. Along with an ability to operate at pace and with authority, the selected candidate will have exemplary business and executive engagement skills, strong abilities running diverse projects/ programmes and proven commercial capabilities. This is a hands-on, commercially led, leadership role, which will see the COO take a proactive view on the brands ongoing development and expansion (akin in many ways to that of a scale up/ start-up business; dynamic, fast paced, all hands to the pump etc,). The selected candidate will run point, driving the executive operations team, ensuring commercial and ops functions are fully aligned and standards are met, ultimately guaranteeing The Roof Gardens member's always have the most exceptional experiences. Responsibilities will include: Lead commercial strategy, driving revenue across F&B, ticketed events, partnerships, and sponsorships. Develop business plans, growth strategies, and operational frameworks aligned with expansion goals. Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance, including full P&L responsibility. Build and manage relationships with partners, investors, and creative collaborators. Implement scalable systems and processes across operations, production, logistics, and commercial functions. Monitor performance against targets and implement actions to maximise revenue across all operating areas. Lead and champion service excellence across all Club spaces, ensuring a consistently high member experience. Collaborate with Marketing to support revenue-generating initiatives through strong communications and campaigns. Optimise F&B operations, service flow, systems, and team structures to support efficient seven-day operations within licensing requirements. Oversee procurement and management of operational equipment within budget. Ensure the F&B offering reflects quality, seasonality, and provenance in collaboration with the Chef Director. Support the successful delivery of events and member experiences with the Events and F&B teams. Ensure compliance with licensing, fire safety, and crowd management regulations. Review member and guest feedback and implement improvements where required. Promote a leadership culture focused on service excellence, collaboration, accountability, and employee engagement. Conduct regular performance reviews and objective setting with direct reports to support development and clear communication of Club priorities. Encourage strong cross-departmental collaboration and communication to support the Club's overall strategy. Required exposure and experience; Multi-site experience within luxury hospitality preferrable in a member's club setting Proven commercial track record, driving revenue growth and profitability in high-end, multi-site businesses hands-on leadership experience requiring both strategic thinking and operational credibility Experience in licensing regulations, facilities management, or site operations is advantageous Track record of building and retaining high-performing leadership teams Confident executive presence with the ability to influence at ownership level Associated Package: Bonus: 20% discretionary annual KPI bonus Pension: via Legal and General 5% employers' contribution 4% Flex Bens: Can be put towards PMI, Life assurance, Dental Holiday: 33 days + Celebrate You and Volunteer Day Meals on duty Generous discounts at the club Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
The Roof Gardens (Kensington, W8 5SA) Chief Operations Officer Robert Walters is proud to be retained on an exclusive basis to supply a new Chief Operations Officer to The Roof Gardens. This executive role, reports directly into The Roof Gardens' CEO and takes full responsibility for commercial output, strategy and performance across F&B Operations, Memberships and Events. The postholder will work in a visible and hands-on capacity to quickly assess and remedy challenges, whilst also shaping and implementing mid and long-term operational strategies and supporting wider initiatives in partnership with Marketing, Technology, Finance, Building compliance and other functions. This truly iconic and prestigious multi-site hospitality venue is steeped in prestige and now redeveloped is entering into a new era, re-defining aspirational experiences for its members and their guests. I am seeking conversations with candidates from deep, multi-site, membership-based, hospitality environments, who can talk comprehensively around their skills in managing change, be this tactical or strategic. The Roof Gardens has ambitions growth plans, so adaptability and versatility is key. Along with an ability to operate at pace and with authority, the selected candidate will have exemplary business and executive engagement skills, strong abilities running diverse projects/ programmes and proven commercial capabilities. This is a hands-on, commercially led, leadership role, which will see the COO take a proactive view on the brands ongoing development and expansion (akin in many ways to that of a scale up/ start-up business; dynamic, fast paced, all hands to the pump etc,). The selected candidate will run point, driving the executive operations team, ensuring commercial and ops functions are fully aligned and standards are met, ultimately guaranteeing The Roof Gardens member's always have the most exceptional experiences. Responsibilities will include: Lead commercial strategy, driving revenue across F&B, ticketed events, partnerships, and sponsorships. Develop business plans, growth strategies, and operational frameworks aligned with expansion goals. Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance, including full P&L responsibility. Build and manage relationships with partners, investors, and creative collaborators. Implement scalable systems and processes across operations, production, logistics, and commercial functions. Monitor performance against targets and implement actions to maximise revenue across all operating areas. Lead and champion service excellence across all Club spaces, ensuring a consistently high member experience. Collaborate with Marketing to support revenue-generating initiatives through strong communications and campaigns. Optimise F&B operations, service flow, systems, and team structures to support efficient seven-day operations within licensing requirements. Oversee procurement and management of operational equipment within budget. Ensure the F&B offering reflects quality, seasonality, and provenance in collaboration with the Chef Director. Support the successful delivery of events and member experiences with the Events and F&B teams. Ensure compliance with licensing, fire safety, and crowd management regulations. Review member and guest feedback and implement improvements where required. Promote a leadership culture focused on service excellence, collaboration, accountability, and employee engagement. Conduct regular performance reviews and objective setting with direct reports to support development and clear communication of Club priorities. Encourage strong cross-departmental collaboration and communication to support the Club's overall strategy. Required exposure and experience; Multi-site experience within luxury hospitality preferrable in a member's club setting Proven commercial track record, driving revenue growth and profitability in high-end, multi-site businesses hands-on leadership experience requiring both strategic thinking and operational credibility Experience in licensing regulations, facilities management, or site operations is advantageous Track record of building and retaining high-performing leadership teams Confident executive presence with the ability to influence at ownership level Associated Package: Bonus: 20% discretionary annual KPI bonus Pension: via Legal and General 5% employers' contribution 4% Flex Bens: Can be put towards PMI, Life assurance, Dental Holiday: 33 days + Celebrate You and Volunteer Day Meals on duty Generous discounts at the club Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
What if you could keep doing what you love creating great food without the late nights, double shifts, or constant pressure?" About Us A prestigious private school known for its commitment to excellence academically, culturally, and nutritionally is on the lookout for a Chef de Partie . Our culinary team plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to students, staff, and guests. We pride ourselves on high-quality, seasonal ingredients and thoughtfully crafted menus that meet diverse dietary needs. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen brigade. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and professionalism to ensure consistently outstanding food production. You will oversee your designated section, maintain the highest standards of hygiene and presentation, and contribute to the school s mission of fostering wellbeing through nutrition. Key Responsibilities Prepare and present dishes to the highest standards in accordance with menu specifications. Manage and organize your station efficiently, ensuring smooth service at all times. Support the development and execution of seasonal menus and special event catering. Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and allergen protocols in line with school and regulatory requirements. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff when required. Collaborate with the Head Chef and wider team to deliver a refined and consistent culinary experience. Requirements Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef looking to step up. Background in high-end hospitality, contract catering, or premium educational environments is a plus. Solid understanding of modern cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. High standards of cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail. A genuine passion for delivering exceptional, nutritious meals for young people. Food Safety Level 2 (or higher); additional certifications are advantageous. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Sociable working hours compared to traditional hospitality environments. No late finishes. Opportunities for professional development and culinary training. Supportive, collaborative team environment in a beautiful campus setting. Access to school facilities and staff wellbeing programs.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
What if you could keep doing what you love creating great food without the late nights, double shifts, or constant pressure?" About Us A prestigious private school known for its commitment to excellence academically, culturally, and nutritionally is on the lookout for a Chef de Partie . Our culinary team plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to students, staff, and guests. We pride ourselves on high-quality, seasonal ingredients and thoughtfully crafted menus that meet diverse dietary needs. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen brigade. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and professionalism to ensure consistently outstanding food production. You will oversee your designated section, maintain the highest standards of hygiene and presentation, and contribute to the school s mission of fostering wellbeing through nutrition. Key Responsibilities Prepare and present dishes to the highest standards in accordance with menu specifications. Manage and organize your station efficiently, ensuring smooth service at all times. Support the development and execution of seasonal menus and special event catering. Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and allergen protocols in line with school and regulatory requirements. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff when required. Collaborate with the Head Chef and wider team to deliver a refined and consistent culinary experience. Requirements Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef looking to step up. Background in high-end hospitality, contract catering, or premium educational environments is a plus. Solid understanding of modern cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. High standards of cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail. A genuine passion for delivering exceptional, nutritious meals for young people. Food Safety Level 2 (or higher); additional certifications are advantageous. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Sociable working hours compared to traditional hospitality environments. No late finishes. Opportunities for professional development and culinary training. Supportive, collaborative team environment in a beautiful campus setting. Access to school facilities and staff wellbeing programs.
BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef/Kitchen Assistant to work for our client based in Nottingham area. Job Role We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible, and reliable Chef/Kitchen Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality catering services across school sites in Nottingham. This varied role combines food preparation, cooking, and general kitchen support to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient catering operation, delivering nutritious meals and a positive dining experience for pupils and staff. Key Responsibilities of Chef/Kitchen Assistant: Prepare, cook, and serve a variety of meals in line with menu specifications and nutritional standards Support the smooth day-to-day running of the catering service, including basic supervision where required Assist with menu preparation, food production, and portion control to minimise waste Support ordering, stock rotation, and inventory control in line with catering procedures Carry out general kitchen assistant duties (washing, peeling, cleaning, dishwashing, and basic food prep) Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen, equipment, and dining areas Ensure compliance with all food hygiene, allergen awareness, and health & safety regulations Follow catering policies and procedures, including safe food storage, handling, and temperature checks Complete basic records, including food safety logs and operational checks Deliver excellent customer service and promote a positive catering experience for students and staff Assist in setting up and clearing dining areas where required Provide cover and support across multiple school sites as needed Working Hours: 30 hours per week Requirements of Chef/Kitchen Assistant: Enhanced DBS Previous experience in a catering, cook, or kitchen environment Knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen regulations Understanding of large-scale or contract catering Good organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team Flexible and reliable approach to work Positive attitude with strong customer service skills If you are interested, please apply with your CV.
Apr 16, 2026
Seasonal
BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef/Kitchen Assistant to work for our client based in Nottingham area. Job Role We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible, and reliable Chef/Kitchen Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality catering services across school sites in Nottingham. This varied role combines food preparation, cooking, and general kitchen support to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient catering operation, delivering nutritious meals and a positive dining experience for pupils and staff. Key Responsibilities of Chef/Kitchen Assistant: Prepare, cook, and serve a variety of meals in line with menu specifications and nutritional standards Support the smooth day-to-day running of the catering service, including basic supervision where required Assist with menu preparation, food production, and portion control to minimise waste Support ordering, stock rotation, and inventory control in line with catering procedures Carry out general kitchen assistant duties (washing, peeling, cleaning, dishwashing, and basic food prep) Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen, equipment, and dining areas Ensure compliance with all food hygiene, allergen awareness, and health & safety regulations Follow catering policies and procedures, including safe food storage, handling, and temperature checks Complete basic records, including food safety logs and operational checks Deliver excellent customer service and promote a positive catering experience for students and staff Assist in setting up and clearing dining areas where required Provide cover and support across multiple school sites as needed Working Hours: 30 hours per week Requirements of Chef/Kitchen Assistant: Enhanced DBS Previous experience in a catering, cook, or kitchen environment Knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen regulations Understanding of large-scale or contract catering Good organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team Flexible and reliable approach to work Positive attitude with strong customer service skills If you are interested, please apply with your CV.
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School in the Dartford Area DA9 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30/7am-4/4.30pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £35,000 per year What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you'll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We're not in the business of making school food-we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What's in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you'll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students' lives. Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School in the Dartford Area DA9 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30/7am-4/4.30pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £35,000 per year What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you'll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We're not in the business of making school food-we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What's in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you'll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students' lives. Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Seasonal Café & Catering Staff Wanted - Thirsk £12.71 per hour Temporary Seasonal Work We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic seasonal staff to join a busy café during a fun and fast-paced summer season . Roles Available Café Assistants Catering Assistants Pizza Chef Key Responsibilities Serving high-quality coffees and food Delivering excellent customer service in a busy environment Having a good understanding of food allergies and dietary requirements Supporting kitchen and front-of-house operations as required Hours & Availability Approximately 35 hours per week Weekend work is required Only candidates available to work from Wednesday 15th to Sunday 19th should apply Additional hours may be available Pay £12.71 per hour Location Based near Thirsk The location is rural , so you must be able to drive or have reliable access to a lift What We're Looking For Immediate availability A positive attitude and strong work ethic Previous café, catering, or pizza-making experience is beneficial but not essential Ability to work well in a team and in a busy seasonal environment Please Note This is temporary seasonal work Only apply if you are available immediately and meet the availability requirements If you're looking to be part of a fun, friendly team in a lively seasonal setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now - limited positions available.
Apr 16, 2026
Seasonal
Seasonal Café & Catering Staff Wanted - Thirsk £12.71 per hour Temporary Seasonal Work We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic seasonal staff to join a busy café during a fun and fast-paced summer season . Roles Available Café Assistants Catering Assistants Pizza Chef Key Responsibilities Serving high-quality coffees and food Delivering excellent customer service in a busy environment Having a good understanding of food allergies and dietary requirements Supporting kitchen and front-of-house operations as required Hours & Availability Approximately 35 hours per week Weekend work is required Only candidates available to work from Wednesday 15th to Sunday 19th should apply Additional hours may be available Pay £12.71 per hour Location Based near Thirsk The location is rural , so you must be able to drive or have reliable access to a lift What We're Looking For Immediate availability A positive attitude and strong work ethic Previous café, catering, or pizza-making experience is beneficial but not essential Ability to work well in a team and in a busy seasonal environment Please Note This is temporary seasonal work Only apply if you are available immediately and meet the availability requirements If you're looking to be part of a fun, friendly team in a lively seasonal setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now - limited positions available.
Kitchen Porter - The Mercure Paignton JOIN US We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to join our growing kitchen team across the Mercure Paignton and ibis Styles Paignton. This is a great opportunity for someone who is reliable, hardworking, and enjoys working in a busy kitchen environment. You'll play a vital role in supporting the chefs, keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running efficiently, while being part of a supportive and fast-paced team. Located on the stunning Paignton seafront, the Mercure Paignton Hotel and ibis Styles Paignton offer one of the most exciting hospitality environments in the area. With panoramic sea views, vibrant restaurants, busy bars, and a strong mix of leisure and business guests, our hotels are continuing to grow and build a reputation for great food, great service, and memorable stays. Our team works across both hotels, creating a collaborative and supportive environment where departments work closely together and everyone plays a part in delivering exceptional guest experiences. From relaxed breakfasts overlooking the bay to busy evening service and large events, no two days are the same. Our vision is to become Devon's most welcoming hotels, delivering outstanding hospitality, great food, and experiences that guests love to return to. At The Mercure and the Ibis Styles Paignton we are managed by RBH management. We believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey At our hotels, we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. We provide ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a chance to work alongside a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional service. We're entering a busy and exciting period of growth, and as a result we're building our kitchen team across all levels to support the increased demand. OUR BENEFITS You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family An extra day's leave for your birthday Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave Course Sponsorship 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels Refer a Friend scheme (earn 250 for each referral up to 5 referrals) Flexible working arrangements Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Social and wellness events and activities all year round Free meals on duty saving you over 1000 per year 11.77 per hour for 18 - 20 year olds - 12.71 per hour 21 years old plus And much much more! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A KITCHEN PORTER AT OUR HOTEL What you'll be doing Keep the kitchen running smoothly by cleaning and organising equipment, utensils, and workspaces. Wash and sanitise pots, pans, dishes, and other kitchen tools, making sure everything is ready for the next dish. Help with basic food prep tasks, like peeling, chopping, or portioning ingredients, to support the chefs during busy shifts. Manage waste by disposing of rubbish, recycling, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Keep storage areas stocked, organised, and clean, ensuring supplies are easy to find and ready to use. Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, helping to keep the kitchen stocked and organised. Follow health, safety, and hygiene standards rigorously, contributing to a safe and spotless kitchen. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU A hardworking, reliable team player with a positive attitude. Great attention to detail and pride in keeping things clean and organised. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, staying focused and efficient during busy service periods. Strong teamwork skills, ready to jump in and support the kitchen team wherever needed. A flexible mindset, willing to take on varied tasks to keep the kitchen running smoothly. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact .
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Kitchen Porter - The Mercure Paignton JOIN US We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to join our growing kitchen team across the Mercure Paignton and ibis Styles Paignton. This is a great opportunity for someone who is reliable, hardworking, and enjoys working in a busy kitchen environment. You'll play a vital role in supporting the chefs, keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running efficiently, while being part of a supportive and fast-paced team. Located on the stunning Paignton seafront, the Mercure Paignton Hotel and ibis Styles Paignton offer one of the most exciting hospitality environments in the area. With panoramic sea views, vibrant restaurants, busy bars, and a strong mix of leisure and business guests, our hotels are continuing to grow and build a reputation for great food, great service, and memorable stays. Our team works across both hotels, creating a collaborative and supportive environment where departments work closely together and everyone plays a part in delivering exceptional guest experiences. From relaxed breakfasts overlooking the bay to busy evening service and large events, no two days are the same. Our vision is to become Devon's most welcoming hotels, delivering outstanding hospitality, great food, and experiences that guests love to return to. At The Mercure and the Ibis Styles Paignton we are managed by RBH management. We believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey At our hotels, we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. We provide ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a chance to work alongside a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional service. We're entering a busy and exciting period of growth, and as a result we're building our kitchen team across all levels to support the increased demand. OUR BENEFITS You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family An extra day's leave for your birthday Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave Course Sponsorship 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels Refer a Friend scheme (earn 250 for each referral up to 5 referrals) Flexible working arrangements Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Social and wellness events and activities all year round Free meals on duty saving you over 1000 per year 11.77 per hour for 18 - 20 year olds - 12.71 per hour 21 years old plus And much much more! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A KITCHEN PORTER AT OUR HOTEL What you'll be doing Keep the kitchen running smoothly by cleaning and organising equipment, utensils, and workspaces. Wash and sanitise pots, pans, dishes, and other kitchen tools, making sure everything is ready for the next dish. Help with basic food prep tasks, like peeling, chopping, or portioning ingredients, to support the chefs during busy shifts. Manage waste by disposing of rubbish, recycling, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Keep storage areas stocked, organised, and clean, ensuring supplies are easy to find and ready to use. Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, helping to keep the kitchen stocked and organised. Follow health, safety, and hygiene standards rigorously, contributing to a safe and spotless kitchen. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU A hardworking, reliable team player with a positive attitude. Great attention to detail and pride in keeping things clean and organised. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, staying focused and efficient during busy service periods. Strong teamwork skills, ready to jump in and support the kitchen team wherever needed. A flexible mindset, willing to take on varied tasks to keep the kitchen running smoothly. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact .
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.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
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.
Sous Chef - Luxury Spanish Restaurant £35,000 + Tronc (Up to £43-44k OTE) Location: Maidenhead Accommodation assistance available LJ Recruitment is supporting a luxury Spanish restaurant in Maidenhead, known for its modern décor, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional tapas-led menu click apply for full job details
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Sous Chef - Luxury Spanish Restaurant £35,000 + Tronc (Up to £43-44k OTE) Location: Maidenhead Accommodation assistance available LJ Recruitment is supporting a luxury Spanish restaurant in Maidenhead, known for its modern décor, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional tapas-led menu click apply for full job details
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebre life, Barchester is the place to be
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebre life, Barchester is the place to be