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Chef/Head of kitchen Felixstowe Head of kitchen role-prepping and cooking meals, weekly orders, stocktake at end of month. They produce hot and cold lunches, approx. 110 hot and 50 cold. There is one food service assistant who works she makes the cold packed lunches but does not cook. Pay rate £13.27 Enhanced DBS and food safety certificate required Monday-Friday hours per week This is a full time role on a temporary basis. If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to quoting the reference number. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared. Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage. You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

PRS are currently supporting the catering operation at Sheffield United FC and require chef support for matchdays. If you are a qualified and experienced chef de partie or higher looking for some extra chef work in a fantastic environment please get in touch to discuss further. The pay rate for the role is 17.14 per hour PAYE plus holiday pay. We have vacancies available for the upcoming home game on Saturday 11th April, shift being 10am to 6pm. Please note, you must have your own chef whites, knives, and safety shoes. PRS is an equal opportunities employer.

Chef Manager Location: Newbury Salary: £42,000 per annum Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday Houston & Hawkes are seeking a talented and experienced Chef Manager to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house operations at our Newbury site. This is a key leadership role, ideal for a well-rounded hospitality professional who is equally confident in the kitchen and delivering a premium customer experience. You will be responsible for driving standards across food, service and operations, ensuring a consistently high-quality offering within a professional and client-facing environment. Key Responsibilities: Leading and managing both kitchen and front-of-house operations Preparing and delivering fresh, high-quality food using seasonal ingredients Overseeing service and ensuring a seamless customer experience Managing stock, ordering and food cost control Leading, developing and motivating your team Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards Building strong relationships with clients and customers Driving consistency, standards and overall site performance What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Chef Manager or similar leadership role Strong culinary skills with a passion for fresh, high-quality food Experience managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations Confident leadership and excellent communication skills Strong organisational and commercial awareness A hands-on, proactive and professional approach Additional Benefits: Free meals at work Contributory pension scheme Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme Life assurance at two times salary Annual company Christmas and summer parties Uniform provided 23 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays Recognition schemes and people awards Family-friendly support, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Day off on your birthday Referral bonuses Ongoing training and development opportunities Who We Are: Houston & Hawkes is a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East. We are proud to be an award-winning company, recognised as one of the best companies to work for in hospitality, and a certified B Corp company. We create memorable experiences through vibrant, creative and sustainable food, while investing in and supporting our talented teams.

We are looking for a Chef de Partie for an exciting new fine dining restaurant with a clear ambition to earn a Michelin star. Our focus is on precision, creativity, and exceptional seasonal produce, delivering a refined and memorable guest experience. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate team from the very beginning of an ambitious culinary journey. Benefits of Chef de Partie Competitive salary of £42,000 Opportunity to be part of a Michelin-star journey from launch Work with high-quality, seasonal ingredients A focused, ambitious, and supportive team environment Career progression and development within a high-end kitchen Responsibilities of Chef de Partie Run and manage your section with precision and consistency Prepare and present dishes to an exceptional fine dining standard Work closely with senior chefs to execute and refine menus Maintain impeccable hygiene, organisation, and food safety standards Support junior team members and contribute to a positive kitchen culture Ensure all mise en place is completed to the highest level ahead of service About you Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis/ Demi CDP ready to step up, ideally in fine dining or high-end kitchens Strong technical skills and a passion for modern gastronomy Exceptional attention to detail and presentation Ability to perform under pressure in a high-expectation environment A genuine drive to be part of a Michelin-level team Professional, disciplined, and committed to continuous improvement Apply today with your CV we review every application with complete fairness and confidentiality

A Chef de Partie is required for a luxury wedding venue near Bedworth/Coventry and when we say luxury we mean luxury to hire this venue for the day costs thousands so the food and service needs to match this amazing venue. The food is fresh, seasonal and locally sourced and is of course fine dining. Chef de Partie Highlights role near Bedworth/Coventry: £30,000 - £32,000 40 hours a week Prep shifts Really approachable Head Chef Straight shifts Part of a luxury wedding venue portfolio State of the art, clean and organised kitchen Meals provided Uniform provided Mixture of day shifts and late shifts Finish no later than 9:30pm when on the late shift The ideal Chef de Partie will come from a fresh food background ideally from a hotel background. Due to the location of this venue you need to drive and have access to a car. If you are interested in this Chef de Partie role near Bedworth/Coventry or want some further information, then please apply for this role.

We are a growing and creative wedding and events company, delivering exceptional culinary experiences for weddings and special occasions. From elegant plated dinners to vibrant buffet-style celebrations, we pride ourselves on quality, presentation, and unforgettable service. Benefits of Head Chef Competitive salary of £45,000 plus bonus Opportunity to lead and shape a dynamic kitchen team Creative freedom in menu development Exciting, varied work across weddings and events Supportive and collaborative work environment Responsibilities of Head Chef Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team Oversee food preparation and ensure consistent quality and presentation Manage kitchen operations during events Maintain food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards Control costs, manage stock, and work within budget targets Collaborate with event planners to deliver bespoke client experiences About you Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, ideally in events or high-volume catering Strong leadership and team management skills Creative flair with a passion for food trends and presentation Excellent organisational and time-management abilities Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and event days Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices Apply today with your CV we review every application with complete fairness and confidentiality

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are currently recruiting for Bank Kitchen Assistant with previous experience working in a catering/kitchen/hospitality environment who can cover flexible ad hoc shifts as and when required to cover for annual leave, sickness, training, etc. at Cygnet Hospital Ealing. Our current need is for bank staff to cover morning shifts (07:30am to 15:30pm) across a 7 day rota (Monday - Sunday) You will assist the Chef in ensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean, tidy and safe manner, as per the operational standards, and assist in all relevant aspects of the catering operation as required. Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering personalised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people In this role you'll: Prepare, cook and serve food in a safe manner Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital by maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude toward clients, their families, staff, visitors and others Wash up after meals as well as being responsible for the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area Take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas We're looking for people who have: Previous catering experience Knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Training Experience of working in a care or Hospital environment Be a good communicator and able to liaise with people at all levels Have good personal hygiene standards Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate In return we will offer you: £13.30 per hour + 12.1% holiday pay Flexible working Employee Discount Scheme DBS paid Regular coaching and support Subsidised meals Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Mobile Chef Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 32.5 hours per week. As a Mobile Chef Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Identifying opportunities to improve our food service Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste Overseeing the efficiency of all catering operations, including managing inventories and implementing action plans Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams Our ideal Mobile Chef Manager will: Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have experience managing teams in a similar role Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Have a safety-first mindset Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/1610/L/R/WJ Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Cook (Hospitality or Care Background Welcome) £28,142 per annum (pro rata) 40 hours per week to include alternate weekends Willow Lodge, Redhill, Surrey Do you want a fresh approach to food and dining? If you are a cook or chef from a hotel, restaurant or care background who takes pride in preparing high-quality, homemade food, this is an opportunity to bring your skills into a setting where food is a click apply for full job details

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Mobile Chef Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 32.5 hours per week. As a Mobile Chef Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Identifying opportunities to improve our food service Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste Overseeing the efficiency of all catering operations, including managing inventories and implementing action plans Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams Our ideal Mobile Chef Manager will: Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have experience managing teams in a similar role Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Have a safety-first mindset Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/1610/L96101/(phone number removed)/R/WJ Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Sous Chef When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Sous Chef Care Home: Chalkwell Grange Hours per week: 40 Salary: 14.50 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Sous Chef at Sanders Senior Living, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking for warm, motivated, and passionate Sous Chefs who are driven by quality and high standards, to deliver person centred hospitality to our residents. Our Sous Chefs support or Head Chefs, and take the lead in their absence. Benefits of working with Sanders Senior Living: 28 days Paid Holiday Pension Scheme Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members Comprehensive induction and ongoing training Free DBS Check and uniform Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs Opportunities to progress your career within the company Free, on-site parking Employee of the Month awards Key responsibilities: To ensure that all stages of food preparation are maintained to the highest standards ensuring the well-being of residents. To ensure the cooking and serving of meals are in accordance with the menu, the Company requirements. To ensure compliance with the Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 / Food Hygiene Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006 To ensure the quality of meals produced in terms of presentation and taste. To ensure that portion control procedures are maintained ensuring waste is kept to a minimum. Ensure individual dietary requirements are met (e.g. high calorie, low sugar etc.) by following appropriate quantity, charts and recipes or adapting dishes if required. To ensure that the necessary systems and checks are maintained in order to provide a safe, healthy and efficient working environment. To ensure all food and other items are stored correctly. To monitor stock, maintain effective stock rotation and place orders where required. To deputise for the Head Chef where required. About you: The successful Sous Chef will have relevant experience within a catering environment. You will have a secure understanding of special dietary and nutritional requirements, and be able to implement methods to ensure these needs are met. You will also have your Food Hygiene Level 2, and ideally an NVQ Level 2. About Sanders Senior Living: Sanders Senior Living is a luxury care home group with state-of-the-art residences brimming with premium facilities and exceptional services. Optimum health and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. And we do it with a difference. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents. At Sanders Senior Living, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents. As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances. You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.

Blue Arrow are recruiting for an experienced Chef to take on a permanent role with our client in the Erdington area of Birmingham. Based predominantly in their newly opened site, your main duties and responsibilities will include: Food Preparation Create menus and meals to reflect the diversity of our patients, identifying allergens and costings for each recipe provided to ensure consistency and compliance. Source high quality ingredients within budgetary constraints. Plan and produce food and menus in line with IDDSI standards, ensuring that food looks and tastes appetising, that dietary requirement options are well catered for, including plant based, food intolerances/allergens and cultural requirements, and ensuring that quality and considerate service is achieved by accommodating patient's food preferences (likes and dislikes). Ensure that meals are delivered and served appropriately, in a safe and clean environment. including temperature of meals and with relevant portion sizes to meet patient appetites. Monitor stock levels, ensure appropriate rotation of stock. Monitor and implement methods to reduce waste and ensure cost efficiencies are followed. Safely use equipment within the kitchen, ensuring that the equipment is used in line with safety and user guidance and well maintained. Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene, kitchen hygiene and health and safety standards, including avoidance of cross contamination, rigid cleaning of the kitchen and all appliances and equipment, and keeping the kitchen tidy at all times, free of clutter and hazards. Provide ordered food and/or drinks for workers and meetings Workforce Supervision Supervise Catering Assistants and Volunteers, allocating duties where required and ensuring that they are aware of, and rigorously adhere to health, hygiene and safety standards. In absence of senior staff ensure rotas provide adequate and safe cover for all shifts. Communicate effectively in all verbal communications and also in written formats, including the use of applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and email. Legislative Awareness To have insightfulness and be able to follow HACCP and Food Hygiene management systems. Understand risk assessment process including COSHH, to be able to follow risk assessments and advise where control measures may need to be reviewed and updated. Demonstrate high levels of infection control including excellent hand hygiene, presentable appearance to assist in food safety legislation. Ensure legislative checks and records for all responsible areas are completed accurately and legibly. Records are maintained and accessible. To ensure safe systems of work are followed and maintained in the catering department, ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory requirements which will include supporting senior staff in ensuring the catering team are familiar with health and safety relevant to their duties and have received the appropriate training in health and safety matters. Other Duties To be flexible, able and willing to cover across the rota during times of absence including annual leave and other absences. Willing to participate in forums and groups, representing the wider Facilities team. Willing to participate in forums and groups, representing the wider Facilities team. Report any accidents, risks, concerns or proposed improvements to the Catering Manager. Undertake any duties identified by the Catering Manager, which are commensurate with the Chef role. Occasionally work in other sites to cover sickness & holiday absence. Education and Qualifications Food Hygiene L2 City & Guilds in Professional Cookery to Level 2 or NVQ in Food Preparation and Food Service to Level 2. Desirable Allergens awareness Level 3 Food Hygiene Knowledge and Experience Experience working within a professional kitchen environment producing freshly made meals. Experience of setting menus and producing recipes. Experience of completing safety data information in line with legislation. Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Office to produce Word and Excel documents. An understanding of basic nutritional requirements. Demonstrable leadership experience Knowledge of COSHH legislation and how this relates to a kitchen environment Knowledge of HACCPs, including temperatures for safe hot and cold holding. Personal skills and attributes Approachable with an ability to all handle feedback in a positive and proactive way. Capable of professionally managing and resolving complaints. Empathy - able to provide a caring and appropriate service to all patients regardless of their circumstances, backgrounds or health. Resilient, able to demonstrate a calm and measured approach and work well under pressure. Resilient, able to demonstrate a calm and measured approach and work well under pressure Resilient, able to demonstrate a calm and measured approach and work well under pressure. Resilient, able to demonstrate a calm and measured approach and work well under pressure. Ability to follow guidelines and procedures Salary 32,816 per annum Applicants must pass an enhanced adult & child DBS check. Click APPLY to submit your CV Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Class 1 Personnel are currently recruiting VIP Chef De Partie for some of the most prestigious Lounges based at Heathrow Airport in Hounslow. This is a heavy job which will require heavy lifting and also going in and out of a walk in freezer. This role mainly consists of general cooking duties for customers in the VIP lounges at Heathrow in the safest way following all Health and Safety guidelines. Shift Times: Early (4:30 AM - 1:00 PM) and Late (12:30 PM - 10:30 PM) - flexibility for both is essential Hospitality and Catering The Candidate: To be considered for the VIP Chef de Partie role you'll need to be able to demonstrate good attention to detail skills. The ideal person for the this position would need the following: - Previous experience is a similar role is a must - Very smart appearance - Be able to provide your last 5 years history - Be prepared to undergo a UK criminal Check - Hard working - Keen and have a "can do attitude" - Reliable - UK right to work - Proof of National Insurance -Be able to get to Heathrow Airport for 04:00am Does that sound like you? If so, we'd love to see your CV. Key Responsibilities: Provide top level cooking service to all customers within the lounge Work closely with fellow Kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service Maintain hygiene, health, and safety standards in the kitchen Support stock control and maintain cleanliness and organisation Follow direction from senior chefs and contribute to the overall success of the kitchen Requirements: Previous experience in a Chef de Partie role or similar position Excellent Customer facing skills and teamwork skills Flexibility with shift patterns Ability to present for an in-person interview Candidates may complete a trial shift Very smart dress code would be required for this position. The Company: They are the UK's largest Hospitality and catering companies with a strong presence within community services in the area. They're a great company to work for. People join them for many reasons, such as they: - Like working as part of a strong team - Are offering good rates of pay - Are valued The company works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive culture. They welcome and encourage candidates from all aspects of diversity to apply for this role. Interested? If you think you're right for this VIP Chef position, then click the 'Apply Now' button, send us your CV and we'll consider you for the first round of interviews. INDHOSP