Our client is a well-established and successful business with over 28 years of experience and an excellent reputation within their sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant to join their busy office in Kingswinford. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly and supportive team within a stable, growing organisation where no two days are the same. The Role Reporting to the Sales Director and working closely with the Administration Manager, you will provide essential administrative support across the sales and operations functions. This varied position would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality administrative support. Key Responsibilities Processing customer sales orders accurately and efficiently Providing administrative support to the Operations Director, including assistance with marketing and operational tasks Answering incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries Scanning, photocopying and filing documentation Maintaining and updating the company contact database Producing and updating sales reports Managing office filing systems Ordering and monitoring stationery, kitchen, cleaning and office supplies Meeting and greeting visitors Providing general administrative support as required About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience in an administrative or office support role Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail A confident and professional telephone manner Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a busy environment A proactive, flexible and positive approach Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team What's on Offer? Salary of 25,000 - 27,000 depending on experience Permanent, full-time position Monday to Friday working hours (9:00am - 5:00pm) Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business Friendly and supportive working environment Long-term career prospects If you're an organised and motivated administrator looking for your next opportunity within a successful and growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well-established and successful business with over 28 years of experience and an excellent reputation within their sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant to join their busy office in Kingswinford. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly and supportive team within a stable, growing organisation where no two days are the same. The Role Reporting to the Sales Director and working closely with the Administration Manager, you will provide essential administrative support across the sales and operations functions. This varied position would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality administrative support. Key Responsibilities Processing customer sales orders accurately and efficiently Providing administrative support to the Operations Director, including assistance with marketing and operational tasks Answering incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries Scanning, photocopying and filing documentation Maintaining and updating the company contact database Producing and updating sales reports Managing office filing systems Ordering and monitoring stationery, kitchen, cleaning and office supplies Meeting and greeting visitors Providing general administrative support as required About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience in an administrative or office support role Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail A confident and professional telephone manner Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a busy environment A proactive, flexible and positive approach Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team What's on Offer? Salary of 25,000 - 27,000 depending on experience Permanent, full-time position Monday to Friday working hours (9:00am - 5:00pm) Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business Friendly and supportive working environment Long-term career prospects If you're an organised and motivated administrator looking for your next opportunity within a successful and growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for our established client in Thatcham as a Catering Team Leader. Joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about delivering delicious food and a great dining experience. You will be assisting the Catering Manager in the day to day running of the catering operations. Location: Thatcham, office based Working Hours - 6:30AM - 3PM / 12PM - 8:30PM, alternate weeks Working 5 days out of 7, Monday - Sunday Benefits: 9% employer pension contribution, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Life Insurance and critical illness cover, range of nutritious, freshly prepared meals free of charge, access to on-site swimming pool, gym, tennis, and squash. As the Catering Team Leader, you will be responsible for: Maintenance of the dining room and food service areas. Supervising all general assistants and kitchen porters. Responsible for servicing hospitality and events. Assisting with staff training. Ensuring service areas are clean and ready for each service. Many other duties, full job description available upon request. The successful Catering Team Leader will have the following related skills / experience: Previous experience of working in a similar catering role. Experience of catering for large numbers. Confident communicator Strong organisational skills, methodical and able to give directions to colleagues Completed Level 2 Food Safety. Must hold a valid driving licence and have own transport due to the location
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for our established client in Thatcham as a Catering Team Leader. Joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about delivering delicious food and a great dining experience. You will be assisting the Catering Manager in the day to day running of the catering operations. Location: Thatcham, office based Working Hours - 6:30AM - 3PM / 12PM - 8:30PM, alternate weeks Working 5 days out of 7, Monday - Sunday Benefits: 9% employer pension contribution, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Life Insurance and critical illness cover, range of nutritious, freshly prepared meals free of charge, access to on-site swimming pool, gym, tennis, and squash. As the Catering Team Leader, you will be responsible for: Maintenance of the dining room and food service areas. Supervising all general assistants and kitchen porters. Responsible for servicing hospitality and events. Assisting with staff training. Ensuring service areas are clean and ready for each service. Many other duties, full job description available upon request. The successful Catering Team Leader will have the following related skills / experience: Previous experience of working in a similar catering role. Experience of catering for large numbers. Confident communicator Strong organisational skills, methodical and able to give directions to colleagues Completed Level 2 Food Safety. Must hold a valid driving licence and have own transport due to the location
A daytime hours Kitchen Manager job in Brampton/ Huntingdon, paying £33,000 (40 hours per week), has become available for a Garden Centre Restaurant. If you love the buzz of working in a busy restaurant, but only want to work daytime hours, this could be perfect for you! Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, Highlights: Salary of £33,000 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 inc. weekends and bank holidays on rota basis. Usually only required to work alternative weekends for an even better work life balance! Fully staffed Kitchen team. Shift times 8am - 4:30pm Company pension, 30% staff discount, discounted meals, uniform provided. Free onsite parking. Free and confidential employee assistance programme. Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, Job Overview: You love food. And you re great at creating fresh food for customers to enjoy in a busy restaurant. What you probably don t enjoy is the working hours. As a Kitchen Manager/Head Chef working for this company, you ll balance your passion for food with the rest of your life. Here, you only work daytime hours. You will be responsible for running the day-to-day kitchen operations and managing a team of chefs and kitchen assistants. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, your key focus, is to assist to drive the business forward. Your role will be to lead and develop your team, ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional standards within the kitchen, including cleanliness, food hygiene, health and safety and of course, working alongside your team to create great food on a daily basis to exacting brand specifications. You will be passionate about excellent customer service, have commercial acumen, experience of ordering and managing stock levels and controlling wastage. Your knowledge of health and safety requirements within a commercial kitchen will be backed up by your food hygiene qualification. Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, Ideal Experience: If you have experience at Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager or Head Chef level, we would love to speak to you further! If you are interested in this Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, then please apply now! Jubilee Talent is acting as an employment business in relation to this permanent role.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
A daytime hours Kitchen Manager job in Brampton/ Huntingdon, paying £33,000 (40 hours per week), has become available for a Garden Centre Restaurant. If you love the buzz of working in a busy restaurant, but only want to work daytime hours, this could be perfect for you! Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, Highlights: Salary of £33,000 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 inc. weekends and bank holidays on rota basis. Usually only required to work alternative weekends for an even better work life balance! Fully staffed Kitchen team. Shift times 8am - 4:30pm Company pension, 30% staff discount, discounted meals, uniform provided. Free onsite parking. Free and confidential employee assistance programme. Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, Job Overview: You love food. And you re great at creating fresh food for customers to enjoy in a busy restaurant. What you probably don t enjoy is the working hours. As a Kitchen Manager/Head Chef working for this company, you ll balance your passion for food with the rest of your life. Here, you only work daytime hours. You will be responsible for running the day-to-day kitchen operations and managing a team of chefs and kitchen assistants. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, your key focus, is to assist to drive the business forward. Your role will be to lead and develop your team, ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional standards within the kitchen, including cleanliness, food hygiene, health and safety and of course, working alongside your team to create great food on a daily basis to exacting brand specifications. You will be passionate about excellent customer service, have commercial acumen, experience of ordering and managing stock levels and controlling wastage. Your knowledge of health and safety requirements within a commercial kitchen will be backed up by your food hygiene qualification. Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, Ideal Experience: If you have experience at Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager or Head Chef level, we would love to speak to you further! If you are interested in this Daytime Hours Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brampton, then please apply now! Jubilee Talent is acting as an employment business in relation to this permanent role.
We require Kitchen Assistants/Porters that are able to work in a fast paced working environment, it will be vital that you are a team player and understand the fundamentals of this job role, we can offer choice of shifts, and this will be a rolling contract for the right candidate. We can start candidates within 24 hours of there application being approved. We look forward to hearing from you.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
We require Kitchen Assistants/Porters that are able to work in a fast paced working environment, it will be vital that you are a team player and understand the fundamentals of this job role, we can offer choice of shifts, and this will be a rolling contract for the right candidate. We can start candidates within 24 hours of there application being approved. We look forward to hearing from you.
Relief Cook 13.69 an hour Stoke-on-Trent Hours per week 0 Contract type Relief Do you have a passion for great food and excellent customer service? We're looking for a Relief Cook to provide flexible support across our Independent Living Villages, stepping in whenever our catering teams need an extra pair of hands. You'll help deliver a high-quality, cost-effective catering service by preparing and serving nutritious meals, maintaining excellent standards and creating positive dining experiences for the customers who call our villages home. What you'll do: Prepare and serve delicious, nutritious meals to a high standard. Support the smooth running of our kitchens, restaurants and bistros. Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety standards. Monitor stock levels and help minimise waste to deliver a cost-effective service. Work closely with colleagues to provide a welcoming dining experience for customers. Provide flexible cover across our Independent Living Villages as and when required. Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Team Leader. Guide and support Catering Assistants in delivering a high-quality service. Who you are: You hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification or above (or are willing to refresh your training where required). You have demonstrable experience in a similar catering role. You're passionate about preparing great food and delivering excellent customer service. You have experience working in a professional kitchen environment. You understand food hygiene, health and safety requirements, including allergen management and special dietary needs. You're organised, adaptable and able to work well under pressure. You communicate well and enjoy working as part of a team. You're flexible and happy to work across different locations to support our services when needed. You hold a valid UK Driving license to travel between sites. Apply now! We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Relief Cook 13.69 an hour Stoke-on-Trent Hours per week 0 Contract type Relief Do you have a passion for great food and excellent customer service? We're looking for a Relief Cook to provide flexible support across our Independent Living Villages, stepping in whenever our catering teams need an extra pair of hands. You'll help deliver a high-quality, cost-effective catering service by preparing and serving nutritious meals, maintaining excellent standards and creating positive dining experiences for the customers who call our villages home. What you'll do: Prepare and serve delicious, nutritious meals to a high standard. Support the smooth running of our kitchens, restaurants and bistros. Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety standards. Monitor stock levels and help minimise waste to deliver a cost-effective service. Work closely with colleagues to provide a welcoming dining experience for customers. Provide flexible cover across our Independent Living Villages as and when required. Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Team Leader. Guide and support Catering Assistants in delivering a high-quality service. Who you are: You hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification or above (or are willing to refresh your training where required). You have demonstrable experience in a similar catering role. You're passionate about preparing great food and delivering excellent customer service. You have experience working in a professional kitchen environment. You understand food hygiene, health and safety requirements, including allergen management and special dietary needs. You're organised, adaptable and able to work well under pressure. You communicate well and enjoy working as part of a team. You're flexible and happy to work across different locations to support our services when needed. You hold a valid UK Driving license to travel between sites. Apply now! We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Second Chef We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Second Chef to join a busy catering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality food across restaurants, hospitality events, and function catering. Working across multiple venues, you will assist with the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals to consistently high standards while ensuring food is produced safely, efficiently, and on time. You'll also support menu planning, stock control, ordering, and the day-to-day running of the kitchen. The successful candidate will have previous experience in a professional kitchen, a good understanding of food safety and hygiene legislation, and the ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff when required. Experience catering for functions or events and producing menus for a variety of dietary requirements would be advantageous. Key responsibilities include: Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals. Supporting menu planning, costing, and stock management. Supervising kitchen assistants and porters. Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety. Monitoring stock rotation, temperature controls, and food quality. Assisting with hospitality and function catering, including bespoke requests and dietary requirements. Ensuring kitchen equipment is maintained and any issues are reported promptly. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Second Chef We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Second Chef to join a busy catering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality food across restaurants, hospitality events, and function catering. Working across multiple venues, you will assist with the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals to consistently high standards while ensuring food is produced safely, efficiently, and on time. You'll also support menu planning, stock control, ordering, and the day-to-day running of the kitchen. The successful candidate will have previous experience in a professional kitchen, a good understanding of food safety and hygiene legislation, and the ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff when required. Experience catering for functions or events and producing menus for a variety of dietary requirements would be advantageous. Key responsibilities include: Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals. Supporting menu planning, costing, and stock management. Supervising kitchen assistants and porters. Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety. Monitoring stock rotation, temperature controls, and food quality. Assisting with hospitality and function catering, including bespoke requests and dietary requirements. Ensuring kitchen equipment is maintained and any issues are reported promptly. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service.
Catering and Cleaning Assistant Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to patients' daily experiences? We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering and Cleaning Assistant to join the team at Great Western Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a busy healthcare environment, supporting patient wellbeing by delivering excellent food service and maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the ward. If you take pride in providing great service, enjoy working as part of a team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Vacancy Details Position: Catering and Cleaning Assistant Location: Great Western Hospital, Swindon Contract Length: 3 months, with potential for extension and temporary to permanent opportunities Hours: 07:30am - 14:00am, 5 days per week Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour Please note: Weekend working may be required as part of the rota. About the Role As a Catering and Cleaning Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients receive quality meal services while helping to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable hospital environment. Working alongside healthcare professionals and support teams, you will contribute to patient care by delivering excellent service and ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and infection prevention are maintained. Key Responsibilities Catering and Food Service Prepare and serve patient meals, snacks, and hot and cold beverages. Support patients with menu choices where appropriate. Ensure dietary requirements, allergies, and food preferences are followed accurately. Maintain safe food handling, storage, and preparation practices in line with food safety standards. Complete food temperature checks and fridge monitoring records. Ensure meal services are delivered efficiently and professionally. Cleaning and Housekeeping Clean patient bed spaces, bathrooms, ward kitchens, and communal areas to NHS standards. Carry out daily and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks. Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the ward environment. Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and correctly in accordance with COSHH regulations. Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or equipment faults promptly. Infection Prevention and Control Follow infection prevention policies and procedures at all times. Adhere to hand hygiene, PPE, and cross-contamination guidelines. Support cleaning requirements for isolation rooms, spillages, and other urgent cleaning requests. Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Teamwork and Patient Care Work closely with nursing teams, dietitians, domestic staff, and other healthcare professionals. Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and visitors. Provide a professional, caring, and respectful service at all times. Participate in training sessions, team meetings, and service improvements where required. What We're Looking For Essential Previous experience in catering, hospitality, cleaning, or a customer-facing role. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Understanding of basic hygiene, food safety, and health and safety practices. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Reliable, organised, and flexible approach to work. Desirable Previous experience within a hospital, healthcare, or care home environment. Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures. Food Hygiene certification. Understanding of dietary requirements and allergen awareness. Why Join Us? Make a meaningful contribution to patient care and wellbeing. Gain valuable experience within a healthcare setting. Work alongside a supportive and dedicated team. Access ongoing training and development opportunities. Benefit from potential contract extensions and permanent career opportunities. If you are passionate about delivering excellent service and want to play an important role in supporting patients and healthcare teams, apply today and become part of a team that makes a difference every day. Ready to Apply? Apply now to help deliver safe, nutritious meals where they matter most. We use AI-assisted tools to support a fair and consistent screening process. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. If you do not hear from us within five working days, we encourage you to apply for future opportunities. Adecco is a Disability Confident employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know-we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Jul 30, 2026
Seasonal
Catering and Cleaning Assistant Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to patients' daily experiences? We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering and Cleaning Assistant to join the team at Great Western Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a busy healthcare environment, supporting patient wellbeing by delivering excellent food service and maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the ward. If you take pride in providing great service, enjoy working as part of a team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Vacancy Details Position: Catering and Cleaning Assistant Location: Great Western Hospital, Swindon Contract Length: 3 months, with potential for extension and temporary to permanent opportunities Hours: 07:30am - 14:00am, 5 days per week Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour Please note: Weekend working may be required as part of the rota. About the Role As a Catering and Cleaning Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients receive quality meal services while helping to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable hospital environment. Working alongside healthcare professionals and support teams, you will contribute to patient care by delivering excellent service and ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and infection prevention are maintained. Key Responsibilities Catering and Food Service Prepare and serve patient meals, snacks, and hot and cold beverages. Support patients with menu choices where appropriate. Ensure dietary requirements, allergies, and food preferences are followed accurately. Maintain safe food handling, storage, and preparation practices in line with food safety standards. Complete food temperature checks and fridge monitoring records. Ensure meal services are delivered efficiently and professionally. Cleaning and Housekeeping Clean patient bed spaces, bathrooms, ward kitchens, and communal areas to NHS standards. Carry out daily and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks. Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the ward environment. Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and correctly in accordance with COSHH regulations. Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or equipment faults promptly. Infection Prevention and Control Follow infection prevention policies and procedures at all times. Adhere to hand hygiene, PPE, and cross-contamination guidelines. Support cleaning requirements for isolation rooms, spillages, and other urgent cleaning requests. Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Teamwork and Patient Care Work closely with nursing teams, dietitians, domestic staff, and other healthcare professionals. Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and visitors. Provide a professional, caring, and respectful service at all times. Participate in training sessions, team meetings, and service improvements where required. What We're Looking For Essential Previous experience in catering, hospitality, cleaning, or a customer-facing role. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Understanding of basic hygiene, food safety, and health and safety practices. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Reliable, organised, and flexible approach to work. Desirable Previous experience within a hospital, healthcare, or care home environment. Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures. Food Hygiene certification. Understanding of dietary requirements and allergen awareness. Why Join Us? Make a meaningful contribution to patient care and wellbeing. Gain valuable experience within a healthcare setting. Work alongside a supportive and dedicated team. Access ongoing training and development opportunities. Benefit from potential contract extensions and permanent career opportunities. If you are passionate about delivering excellent service and want to play an important role in supporting patients and healthcare teams, apply today and become part of a team that makes a difference every day. Ready to Apply? Apply now to help deliver safe, nutritious meals where they matter most. We use AI-assisted tools to support a fair and consistent screening process. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. If you do not hear from us within five working days, we encourage you to apply for future opportunities. Adecco is a Disability Confident employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know-we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Job Summary As a General Assistant, you will support the operations by completing all assigned tasks in a timely manner while ensuring quality and meeting the required targets. Job Summary: We are currently looking to recruit General Assistants to join our team based in Leeds to work in various departments. You will support the operations by completing all assigned tasks in a timely manner while ensuring quality and meeting the required targets. You must be a great communicator with a can-do attitude! What will life as a Kitchen worker in the gategroup Team look like for you. 13.00 per hour times the hourly rate 8 hour shifts with start times ranging between 07:00 - 09:00 in the morning. (shift patterns could be based o any 5 of 7 or 4 on 2 off shift patterns) Inhouse training and development Free Uniform
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Job Summary As a General Assistant, you will support the operations by completing all assigned tasks in a timely manner while ensuring quality and meeting the required targets. Job Summary: We are currently looking to recruit General Assistants to join our team based in Leeds to work in various departments. You will support the operations by completing all assigned tasks in a timely manner while ensuring quality and meeting the required targets. You must be a great communicator with a can-do attitude! What will life as a Kitchen worker in the gategroup Team look like for you. 13.00 per hour times the hourly rate 8 hour shifts with start times ranging between 07:00 - 09:00 in the morning. (shift patterns could be based o any 5 of 7 or 4 on 2 off shift patterns) Inhouse training and development Free Uniform
Catering Team Leader Location: Hailsham, East Sussex Pay Rate: 14.33 per hour Hours: 40 hours per week Contract Type: Part-Year Permanent (Guaranteed 9 Months per Year) Typical Season: Mid-February to Mid-November Live-In Accommodation Available Lead a Busy Catering Team in a Fantastic Hospitality Environment We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Team Leader to join our catering operation in Hailsham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with supervisory experience who enjoys leading a team, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining high food hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment. This is a part-year permanent position , offering the security of a permanent contract with a guaranteed working season of approximately 9 months per year , typically running from mid-February through to mid-November . What You'll Be Doing As a Catering Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our catering facilities, ensuring guests receive an excellent dining experience. Key responsibilities include: Leading and motivating a team of catering assistants and kitchen staff Supervising food service and ensuring high standards are maintained Supporting the management team with daily catering operations Ensuring food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards are met Assisting with staff training and development Managing stock levels and communicating ordering requirements Providing excellent customer service and resolving any guest queries professionally Supporting busy service periods and helping where required across the catering department What We're Looking For Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment Experience supervising or leading a team Strong communication and organisational skills A hands-on approach with a positive attitude Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and peak periods What We Offer 14.33 per hour 40 hours per week Permanent contract with guaranteed 9 months' work each year Live-in accommodation available Opportunities for training and career development Supportive team environment Beautiful East Sussex location Accommodation For candidates wishing to live on-site, accommodation is available at the following monthly rates: Single accommodation: 473.63 per month Shared accommodation: 408.45 per month Apply Now If you're an energetic hospitality professional looking for a rewarding leadership role with excellent benefits and the option of live-in accommodation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our catering team in Hailsham and help deliver exceptional dining experiences throughout the season. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Catering Team Leader Location: Hailsham, East Sussex Pay Rate: 14.33 per hour Hours: 40 hours per week Contract Type: Part-Year Permanent (Guaranteed 9 Months per Year) Typical Season: Mid-February to Mid-November Live-In Accommodation Available Lead a Busy Catering Team in a Fantastic Hospitality Environment We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Team Leader to join our catering operation in Hailsham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with supervisory experience who enjoys leading a team, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining high food hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment. This is a part-year permanent position , offering the security of a permanent contract with a guaranteed working season of approximately 9 months per year , typically running from mid-February through to mid-November . What You'll Be Doing As a Catering Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our catering facilities, ensuring guests receive an excellent dining experience. Key responsibilities include: Leading and motivating a team of catering assistants and kitchen staff Supervising food service and ensuring high standards are maintained Supporting the management team with daily catering operations Ensuring food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards are met Assisting with staff training and development Managing stock levels and communicating ordering requirements Providing excellent customer service and resolving any guest queries professionally Supporting busy service periods and helping where required across the catering department What We're Looking For Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment Experience supervising or leading a team Strong communication and organisational skills A hands-on approach with a positive attitude Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and peak periods What We Offer 14.33 per hour 40 hours per week Permanent contract with guaranteed 9 months' work each year Live-in accommodation available Opportunities for training and career development Supportive team environment Beautiful East Sussex location Accommodation For candidates wishing to live on-site, accommodation is available at the following monthly rates: Single accommodation: 473.63 per month Shared accommodation: 408.45 per month Apply Now If you're an energetic hospitality professional looking for a rewarding leadership role with excellent benefits and the option of live-in accommodation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our catering team in Hailsham and help deliver exceptional dining experiences throughout the season. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Shift Pattern: Saturday and Sunday 06:30 - 15:00, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 15:00 - 23:00 Pay Rate: 13.12 per hour Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our Warrington site is also known as the Italian centre of excellence, recent expansion and investment make this site a state-of-the-art manufacturing unit! We produce high quality Italian ready meals for both Tesco & Co-Op What you'll be doing Serving customers and taking payment for goods Washing and cleaning of utensils, dishes, surfaces etc. on a continuous basis To check fridge, freezer, food temperatures and log in line with health standards Clean microwaves supplied for staff use on a daily basis Responsibility for hygienic preparation of raw ingredients/sandwiches/hot meal and snacks Direct responsibility for the safety of other members of staff via integrity of foodstuffs provided for consumption Physical demands of the role, standing for long periods of time Following the cleaning matrix for the cleaning of fridges, freezers, fryers and other equipment and surfaces including the washing of down all wall surfaces and moping of the floor after use. Working in high temperatures as preparing hot meals and snacks or cooking foodstuffs ready for conversion into sandwiches Required to wear the appropriate PPE which includes trousers, top, shoes & hat. What we're looking for Good level of English and Math's Attention to detail and ability to work unsupervised Good communication skills Can-do attitude and willingness to help team in times on demand Basic understanding of health & Safety and Food Hygiene (although training will be given) If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Subsidized canteen Refer a friend scheme Pension up to 8% matched Life insurance up to 4x salary Company shares save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make everyday taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make everyday taste better. Greencore and it's recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent. Please note due to high numbers of applications this role maybe closed before the posted closing date.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Shift Pattern: Saturday and Sunday 06:30 - 15:00, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 15:00 - 23:00 Pay Rate: 13.12 per hour Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our Warrington site is also known as the Italian centre of excellence, recent expansion and investment make this site a state-of-the-art manufacturing unit! We produce high quality Italian ready meals for both Tesco & Co-Op What you'll be doing Serving customers and taking payment for goods Washing and cleaning of utensils, dishes, surfaces etc. on a continuous basis To check fridge, freezer, food temperatures and log in line with health standards Clean microwaves supplied for staff use on a daily basis Responsibility for hygienic preparation of raw ingredients/sandwiches/hot meal and snacks Direct responsibility for the safety of other members of staff via integrity of foodstuffs provided for consumption Physical demands of the role, standing for long periods of time Following the cleaning matrix for the cleaning of fridges, freezers, fryers and other equipment and surfaces including the washing of down all wall surfaces and moping of the floor after use. Working in high temperatures as preparing hot meals and snacks or cooking foodstuffs ready for conversion into sandwiches Required to wear the appropriate PPE which includes trousers, top, shoes & hat. What we're looking for Good level of English and Math's Attention to detail and ability to work unsupervised Good communication skills Can-do attitude and willingness to help team in times on demand Basic understanding of health & Safety and Food Hygiene (although training will be given) If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Subsidized canteen Refer a friend scheme Pension up to 8% matched Life insurance up to 4x salary Company shares save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make everyday taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make everyday taste better. Greencore and it's recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent. Please note due to high numbers of applications this role maybe closed before the posted closing date.
Job title: Agency Chef Location: Reading Contract type: Temp Starting on: July 2026 Rate of pay: Mon- Fri 15.00 to 22.00 + Holiday pay per hour Weekends 15.00 to 32.00 per hour + Holiday pay per hour Are you wanting to choose the hours you work and be paid for every hour you work? Do you enjoy working in a variety of different kitchens gaining experience in all sectors of our industry? If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you. The role: You will be working for one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies providing chefs cover to a variety of catering and hospitality business. Our clients are: Hotels, Golf clubs, Sporting Venues, Private clubs, Garden centres, Retirement villages, Schools, Colleges, Universities, Pubs, and Restaurants along with many other catering and hospitality venues. As a chef , you will work in different venues providing vital cover to ensure that our clients can provide a great food offer to their customers. Benefits: Paid weekly Hourly Pay Flexible working hours Free meals whilst on duty Free Parking available Opportunities to gain experience in diverse venues Training and development available Key information: Immediate Start Choose your working days and we will match you with suitable shifts Work Monday to Friday or just weekends - The choice is yours. Variety of shift patterns available for full time and part time hours Key responsibilities include: Knowledge and ability to independently and effectively run your section, for example, meat, fish, vegetables, pastry, butchery, sauces, grill, starches, starters, fry, pantry and roast The ability to supervise, engage and teach Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants The ability to delegate tasks appropriately Ability to work without close supervision and deliver quality work Strong ability to produce good quality food and first-rate culinary skills As a Chef you will be/have: Strong attention to detail Enthusiasm and willingness to develop your own skills and knowledge, plus those around you Flexible and have a willingness to embrace new ideas and processes Good team management skills Team player qualities and the ability to work well with staff at all levels in the kitchen Positive and approachable manner Able to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen A cool/calm/level head when under pressure and during a busy service In the care sector need a basic awareness of allergens, special diets, portion control and recipe costings, under guidance from the Sous Chef or Head Chef Qualifications/Licences/Certifications/Experience City & Guilds 706/1 or 706/2 in Catering NVQ/SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards Minimum 1 year's relevant experience Awareness of manual handling techniques Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety Experience of kitchen equipment including different knives Understandable level of English spoken and written Any health and safety and food hygiene courses Desired but not necessary Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award Level 3 Food Safety Awards If you've got what it takes to be our next Agency Chef , then don't hesitate to apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Jul 30, 2026
Seasonal
Job title: Agency Chef Location: Reading Contract type: Temp Starting on: July 2026 Rate of pay: Mon- Fri 15.00 to 22.00 + Holiday pay per hour Weekends 15.00 to 32.00 per hour + Holiday pay per hour Are you wanting to choose the hours you work and be paid for every hour you work? Do you enjoy working in a variety of different kitchens gaining experience in all sectors of our industry? If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you. The role: You will be working for one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies providing chefs cover to a variety of catering and hospitality business. Our clients are: Hotels, Golf clubs, Sporting Venues, Private clubs, Garden centres, Retirement villages, Schools, Colleges, Universities, Pubs, and Restaurants along with many other catering and hospitality venues. As a chef , you will work in different venues providing vital cover to ensure that our clients can provide a great food offer to their customers. Benefits: Paid weekly Hourly Pay Flexible working hours Free meals whilst on duty Free Parking available Opportunities to gain experience in diverse venues Training and development available Key information: Immediate Start Choose your working days and we will match you with suitable shifts Work Monday to Friday or just weekends - The choice is yours. Variety of shift patterns available for full time and part time hours Key responsibilities include: Knowledge and ability to independently and effectively run your section, for example, meat, fish, vegetables, pastry, butchery, sauces, grill, starches, starters, fry, pantry and roast The ability to supervise, engage and teach Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants The ability to delegate tasks appropriately Ability to work without close supervision and deliver quality work Strong ability to produce good quality food and first-rate culinary skills As a Chef you will be/have: Strong attention to detail Enthusiasm and willingness to develop your own skills and knowledge, plus those around you Flexible and have a willingness to embrace new ideas and processes Good team management skills Team player qualities and the ability to work well with staff at all levels in the kitchen Positive and approachable manner Able to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen A cool/calm/level head when under pressure and during a busy service In the care sector need a basic awareness of allergens, special diets, portion control and recipe costings, under guidance from the Sous Chef or Head Chef Qualifications/Licences/Certifications/Experience City & Guilds 706/1 or 706/2 in Catering NVQ/SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards Minimum 1 year's relevant experience Awareness of manual handling techniques Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety Experience of kitchen equipment including different knives Understandable level of English spoken and written Any health and safety and food hygiene courses Desired but not necessary Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award Level 3 Food Safety Awards If you've got what it takes to be our next Agency Chef , then don't hesitate to apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Maintenance Assistant We're working with a well-established company in the London area, they're currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's hands-on, dependable, and happy to support with a variety of day-to-day maintenance tasks Salary & Benefits 13.75 per hour Weekly pay Monday to Friday schedule (9am-5pm) Great working environment Duties of a Maintenance Assistant: Apply, replace and finish mastic/silicone in kitchens and showers Carry out minor repairs including shelving and furniture fixes Support with clearing and organising stock/storage areas Repair/adjust door hinges and basic door hardware Complete basic reactive maintenance as issues arise Perform fire alarm testing and emergency lighting checks Support with routine/preventative maintenance tasks as required Skills/Requirements required for a Maintenance Assistant: Proven experience in a similar maintenance role (essential) Good attention to detail and pride in quality of work Willingness to learn and take on a variety of tasks Basic, practical knowledge across general building maintenance (e.g., minor repairs, fittings, sealants) If you are interest in this role, please call our branch on (phone number removed) or apply online today! Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.
Jul 30, 2026
Seasonal
Maintenance Assistant We're working with a well-established company in the London area, they're currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's hands-on, dependable, and happy to support with a variety of day-to-day maintenance tasks Salary & Benefits 13.75 per hour Weekly pay Monday to Friday schedule (9am-5pm) Great working environment Duties of a Maintenance Assistant: Apply, replace and finish mastic/silicone in kitchens and showers Carry out minor repairs including shelving and furniture fixes Support with clearing and organising stock/storage areas Repair/adjust door hinges and basic door hardware Complete basic reactive maintenance as issues arise Perform fire alarm testing and emergency lighting checks Support with routine/preventative maintenance tasks as required Skills/Requirements required for a Maintenance Assistant: Proven experience in a similar maintenance role (essential) Good attention to detail and pride in quality of work Willingness to learn and take on a variety of tasks Basic, practical knowledge across general building maintenance (e.g., minor repairs, fittings, sealants) If you are interest in this role, please call our branch on (phone number removed) or apply online today! Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.
Job title: Chef - Henley on Thames Location: Henley Contract type: Temporary Starting on: ASAP Rate of pay: 15,50 to 21,00 Blue Arrow is looking for DBS Chefs to work in temporary and ongoing assignments in Reading area. Working various shifts between 06.30am and 08:30pm. Days of work will be Monday to Sunday. Benefits: Hourly pay and paid weekly. Diversity and job satisfaction. Try out various roles before taking your next permanent position. Park on site. Pay Progression. Duties include: Food prep, production and delivery - large volume. Delegating to catering assistants / kitchen porters as required. Communicating with the team to ensure smoothness of service. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen. Meeting all on site health and safety requirements. Stock control. You will be: Professional, punctual, and reliable. Experienced for at least one year in a similar role. Contactable by mobile and email. In possession or able to complete Food Hygiene Level 2. DBS certificate highly desirable. We have various vacancies available so for more information please submit your CV online or you can contact Reading Office at (phone number removed). Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Jul 30, 2026
Seasonal
Job title: Chef - Henley on Thames Location: Henley Contract type: Temporary Starting on: ASAP Rate of pay: 15,50 to 21,00 Blue Arrow is looking for DBS Chefs to work in temporary and ongoing assignments in Reading area. Working various shifts between 06.30am and 08:30pm. Days of work will be Monday to Sunday. Benefits: Hourly pay and paid weekly. Diversity and job satisfaction. Try out various roles before taking your next permanent position. Park on site. Pay Progression. Duties include: Food prep, production and delivery - large volume. Delegating to catering assistants / kitchen porters as required. Communicating with the team to ensure smoothness of service. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen. Meeting all on site health and safety requirements. Stock control. You will be: Professional, punctual, and reliable. Experienced for at least one year in a similar role. Contactable by mobile and email. In possession or able to complete Food Hygiene Level 2. DBS certificate highly desirable. We have various vacancies available so for more information please submit your CV online or you can contact Reading Office at (phone number removed). Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Job Title: Deputy Chef Location: Yardley Grange Nursing Home, Birmingham Salary: 21,425.04 per annum Job Type: Part time, Permanent - 27 hours per week MY Trust is a family of charities & community of people supporting those most in need in the West Midlands. We want everyone, regardless of age or circumstances, to feel secure, have opportunities and to thrive. The services provided include: Safe, affordable and well-maintained alms-housing Nursing care Community and housing related support About the role: We are seeking a Deputy Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in meal preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth culinary experience for our residents. Responsibilities: Preparing and cooking meals for catering events Help with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, marinating meats, and measuring ingredients Setting up and organizing the kitchen for cooking Follow recipes and instructions provided by the head cook Monitor food temperatures to ensure safety and quality Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, and equipment after each use Assist in storing food properly to maintain freshness Manage the team and complete staff supervisions and appraisals Prepare rotas & order stock/ingredients Complete audits and ensure the kitchen is legally compliant About you: Experience: Previous experience working in a kitchen or culinary environment is required Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team IDDSI experience is preferred If you are a dedicated individual with a strong work ethic and a love for cooking, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Please click the APPLY button to send a CV and Covering letter for this role. Candidates with previous experience and job titles of; Catering Assistant, Food Catering, Chef Assistant, Food Preparation, Cook Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Food Hygiene, Food Health and Safety Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Deputy Chef Location: Yardley Grange Nursing Home, Birmingham Salary: 21,425.04 per annum Job Type: Part time, Permanent - 27 hours per week MY Trust is a family of charities & community of people supporting those most in need in the West Midlands. We want everyone, regardless of age or circumstances, to feel secure, have opportunities and to thrive. The services provided include: Safe, affordable and well-maintained alms-housing Nursing care Community and housing related support About the role: We are seeking a Deputy Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in meal preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth culinary experience for our residents. Responsibilities: Preparing and cooking meals for catering events Help with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, marinating meats, and measuring ingredients Setting up and organizing the kitchen for cooking Follow recipes and instructions provided by the head cook Monitor food temperatures to ensure safety and quality Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, and equipment after each use Assist in storing food properly to maintain freshness Manage the team and complete staff supervisions and appraisals Prepare rotas & order stock/ingredients Complete audits and ensure the kitchen is legally compliant About you: Experience: Previous experience working in a kitchen or culinary environment is required Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team IDDSI experience is preferred If you are a dedicated individual with a strong work ethic and a love for cooking, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Please click the APPLY button to send a CV and Covering letter for this role. Candidates with previous experience and job titles of; Catering Assistant, Food Catering, Chef Assistant, Food Preparation, Cook Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Food Hygiene, Food Health and Safety Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Catering Assistant (Enhanced DBS) - Rochdale Location: Rochdale Contract: Temporary Ongoing Start Date: September 2026 Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00am - 3:00pm Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour Requirements: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service About the Role We are currently recruiting for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to work within a busy high school in Rochdale. This is a temporary ongoing position starting in September, offering consistent weekday hours that are ideal for candidates seeking part-time work during school hours. Key Responsibilities Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals to students and staff. Setting up and replenishing food counters and service areas. Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness. Washing dishes, utensils, and catering equipment. Cleaning kitchen and dining areas in line with health and safety regulations. Assisting with stock rotation and storage of food deliveries. Providing friendly and efficient customer service during meal times. Following all school safeguarding, health and safety, and food hygiene procedures. Requirements Previous catering, kitchen assistant, food service Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Good communication skills and a positive attitude. Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices. Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to ongoing work. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is essential. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jul 30, 2026
Seasonal
Catering Assistant (Enhanced DBS) - Rochdale Location: Rochdale Contract: Temporary Ongoing Start Date: September 2026 Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00am - 3:00pm Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour Requirements: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service About the Role We are currently recruiting for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to work within a busy high school in Rochdale. This is a temporary ongoing position starting in September, offering consistent weekday hours that are ideal for candidates seeking part-time work during school hours. Key Responsibilities Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals to students and staff. Setting up and replenishing food counters and service areas. Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness. Washing dishes, utensils, and catering equipment. Cleaning kitchen and dining areas in line with health and safety regulations. Assisting with stock rotation and storage of food deliveries. Providing friendly and efficient customer service during meal times. Following all school safeguarding, health and safety, and food hygiene procedures. Requirements Previous catering, kitchen assistant, food service Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Good communication skills and a positive attitude. Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices. Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to ongoing work. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is essential. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Hamberley Care Management Limited
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help us achieve our goals. As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Joining us at Edwalton Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues A competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings Free on-site parking Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people. What you'll be doing Supporting the Chefs in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements To ensure all food prepared meets Food Hygiene Standards and ensure that safe methods of work are always used Manage all stocks and stores ensuring all food is correctly marked and stock rotation systems are in place To maintain accurate records to satisfy food hygiene requirement such as fridge temperature checks Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience working in a similar catering role, ideally in a care or similar environment. Committed to customer care and first-class service provision Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment To share our values and demonstrate them at all times. "Can-Do" flexible team worker, problem fixer, passion for what they do, ability to manage diverse and demanding workload, think out of the box, open to doing things differently If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Join us at Nottingham's most stunning care home Edwalton Manor is a luxurious care home in Nottingham, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help us achieve our goals. As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Joining us at Edwalton Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues A competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings Free on-site parking Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people. What you'll be doing Supporting the Chefs in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements To ensure all food prepared meets Food Hygiene Standards and ensure that safe methods of work are always used Manage all stocks and stores ensuring all food is correctly marked and stock rotation systems are in place To maintain accurate records to satisfy food hygiene requirement such as fridge temperature checks Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience working in a similar catering role, ideally in a care or similar environment. Committed to customer care and first-class service provision Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment To share our values and demonstrate them at all times. "Can-Do" flexible team worker, problem fixer, passion for what they do, ability to manage diverse and demanding workload, think out of the box, open to doing things differently If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Join us at Nottingham's most stunning care home Edwalton Manor is a luxurious care home in Nottingham, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!
Kitchen Assistant Job Role: Kitchen Assistant Location: Leavesden, Hertfordshire Salary: £12.75 per hour (subject to confirmation) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am 4:00pm Start Date: As soon as possible Are you a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Supply Desk is currently seeking a hardworking and organised Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly and supportive educational setting in Leavesden. This is a fantastic full-time, all-year-round opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team in a busy kitchen environment. As part of the role, you will also be responsible for delivering lunches to a second site in Brickett Wood, so a full UK driving licence is essential. About the Role As a Kitchen Assistant, you will: Support the preparation and serving of fresh meals for students and staff. Assist with food preparation, cleaning, and general kitchen duties. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety. Wash up kitchen equipment, utensils, and serving items. Help with stock rotation and basic food storage procedures. Deliver lunches safely and efficiently to the Brickett Wood site each day. Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to ensure a smooth daily service. Contribute to a positive and welcoming dining experience. About the Setting A welcoming and supportive educational environment. Friendly and experienced catering team. Well-equipped kitchen facilities. Commitment to providing high-quality meals for students and staff. Stable, all-year-round position with a great work-life balance. Requirements Previous kitchen or catering experience is desirable but not essential. Full UK driving licence is essential, as daily deliveries to Brickett Wood are required. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently when required. Good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices. Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. What We Offer Competitive hourly rate of £12.75 per hour (subject to confirmation). Monday to Friday working hours (10:00am 4:00pm). 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Permanent, all-year-round employment. Supportive working environment. Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process. Referral Incentive Know someone who would be perfect for the role? We offer a £100 referral bonus for any successful referral of a friend or colleague who completes five or more shifts with Supply Desk. How to Apply To find out more, please contact Elina on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) , or apply below. Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check and comply with Safer Recruitment standards throughout their employment. (AGY)
Jul 30, 2026
Seasonal
Kitchen Assistant Job Role: Kitchen Assistant Location: Leavesden, Hertfordshire Salary: £12.75 per hour (subject to confirmation) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am 4:00pm Start Date: As soon as possible Are you a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Supply Desk is currently seeking a hardworking and organised Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly and supportive educational setting in Leavesden. This is a fantastic full-time, all-year-round opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team in a busy kitchen environment. As part of the role, you will also be responsible for delivering lunches to a second site in Brickett Wood, so a full UK driving licence is essential. About the Role As a Kitchen Assistant, you will: Support the preparation and serving of fresh meals for students and staff. Assist with food preparation, cleaning, and general kitchen duties. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety. Wash up kitchen equipment, utensils, and serving items. Help with stock rotation and basic food storage procedures. Deliver lunches safely and efficiently to the Brickett Wood site each day. Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to ensure a smooth daily service. Contribute to a positive and welcoming dining experience. About the Setting A welcoming and supportive educational environment. Friendly and experienced catering team. Well-equipped kitchen facilities. Commitment to providing high-quality meals for students and staff. Stable, all-year-round position with a great work-life balance. Requirements Previous kitchen or catering experience is desirable but not essential. Full UK driving licence is essential, as daily deliveries to Brickett Wood are required. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently when required. Good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices. Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. What We Offer Competitive hourly rate of £12.75 per hour (subject to confirmation). Monday to Friday working hours (10:00am 4:00pm). 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Permanent, all-year-round employment. Supportive working environment. Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process. Referral Incentive Know someone who would be perfect for the role? We offer a £100 referral bonus for any successful referral of a friend or colleague who completes five or more shifts with Supply Desk. How to Apply To find out more, please contact Elina on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) , or apply below. Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check and comply with Safer Recruitment standards throughout their employment. (AGY)
Introduction MACK is a property management company that has the vision to be the leading force in providing a diverse range of safe, inclusive, and sustainable accommodation for all. To support our accommodation services, we also operate nationwide, delivering high quality catering and laundry services. Our catering provision is built around delivering fresh, nutritious, and high-quality food services across a diverse range of sites. We pride ourselves on operational excellence, strong client partnerships, and a commitment to compliance and sustainability. Whether supporting accommodation, education, healthcare, or commercial environments, our catering teams are passionate about creating positive experiences that reflect our values and meet the needs of every community we serve. The role As the Head Chef, you will lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, with a Level 3 in Professional Cookery and strong leadership skills, you will foster a collaborative environment, oversee food production, and implement HACCP protocols. Join us to elevate our culinary offerings and drive the success of our restaurant through innovative cuisine and effective team leadership. Key Responsibilities Oversee the preparation and cooking of large volumes of food while maintaining consistency, portion control, and quality standards, ensure food presentation and taste meet company expectations. Lead, motivate, and manage a team of chefs, kitchen assistants, and porters. Provide on-the-job training to ensure staff follow procedures and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene. Monitor stock levels, forecast usage, and manage ordering to reduce waste and control costs. Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, HACCP protocols, and company policies. Conduct regular kitchen audits and risk assessments. Ensure all allergen information is up to date and that special diets (e.g. gluten-free, halal, vegan) are catered for safely. Liaise with catering managers, clients, and service staff to coordinate service delivery. Respond to feedback and adjust operations accordingly. Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and serviced. Report faults and oversee cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen. Qualifications Required NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent) Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (essential) refresher training will be given. HACCP certification (preferred) Allergen Awareness Training Relevant Health & Safety training (e.g. COSHH, manual handling) Culinary or hospitality management qualification (desirable) Skills and Experience Required Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong organisational and time-management abilities Sound knowledge of stock control, portioning, and waste reduction High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines IT literacy (for menu systems, stock control, compliance reporting, etc.) Flexibility and problem-solving mindset Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a bulk or volume catering environment (e.g. hospitals, schools, prisons, large-scale events, care homes, or contract catering) Strong background in high-volume food production and multi-site or central kitchen operations Demonstrable experience in menu planning, cost control, stock management, and team leadership Experience managing and training kitchen brigades Track record of maintaining food safety standards and achieving high inspection results Experience working with specialist diets and allergens Other Considerations: This role is working 40 hours per week, over 5 days per week including weekends. Working Conditions: The position requires standing for long periods, bending, lifting, and maintaining a fast-paced environment while ensuring that food safety and cleanliness are upheld at all times. Please note: This role requires a fixed working pattern of more than 20 hours per week. Due to legal working hour restrictions, we are unable to consider applicants who are not permitted to work these hours under UK immigration rules. It is important to MACK that all employees are aligned with the values of the company as follows: o _Do the right thing_ Put our customers first Stand up for safety every day Be respectful, supporting, and caring Recognise and celebrate achievements o _Find a better way_ Collaborate to find solutions Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity Generate options to maximise sustainability Commit to continuously improving o _Deliver it!_ Take personal ownership for delivery Be bold and act with passion and purpose Focus on progress towards outcomes See it through! So, whilst recognising the importance of qualifications and experience, MACK requires all employees to demonstrate how they embody the values of the company. MACK is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel safe, respected and able to achieve their potential. Pay: £15.50 per hour Benefits: Discounted or free food Free parking Application question(s): Do you currently have the legal right to work the full contracted hours for this role without restriction (e.g. not limited to 20 hours per week)? Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Introduction MACK is a property management company that has the vision to be the leading force in providing a diverse range of safe, inclusive, and sustainable accommodation for all. To support our accommodation services, we also operate nationwide, delivering high quality catering and laundry services. Our catering provision is built around delivering fresh, nutritious, and high-quality food services across a diverse range of sites. We pride ourselves on operational excellence, strong client partnerships, and a commitment to compliance and sustainability. Whether supporting accommodation, education, healthcare, or commercial environments, our catering teams are passionate about creating positive experiences that reflect our values and meet the needs of every community we serve. The role As the Head Chef, you will lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, with a Level 3 in Professional Cookery and strong leadership skills, you will foster a collaborative environment, oversee food production, and implement HACCP protocols. Join us to elevate our culinary offerings and drive the success of our restaurant through innovative cuisine and effective team leadership. Key Responsibilities Oversee the preparation and cooking of large volumes of food while maintaining consistency, portion control, and quality standards, ensure food presentation and taste meet company expectations. Lead, motivate, and manage a team of chefs, kitchen assistants, and porters. Provide on-the-job training to ensure staff follow procedures and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene. Monitor stock levels, forecast usage, and manage ordering to reduce waste and control costs. Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, HACCP protocols, and company policies. Conduct regular kitchen audits and risk assessments. Ensure all allergen information is up to date and that special diets (e.g. gluten-free, halal, vegan) are catered for safely. Liaise with catering managers, clients, and service staff to coordinate service delivery. Respond to feedback and adjust operations accordingly. Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and serviced. Report faults and oversee cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen. Qualifications Required NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent) Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (essential) refresher training will be given. HACCP certification (preferred) Allergen Awareness Training Relevant Health & Safety training (e.g. COSHH, manual handling) Culinary or hospitality management qualification (desirable) Skills and Experience Required Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong organisational and time-management abilities Sound knowledge of stock control, portioning, and waste reduction High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines IT literacy (for menu systems, stock control, compliance reporting, etc.) Flexibility and problem-solving mindset Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a bulk or volume catering environment (e.g. hospitals, schools, prisons, large-scale events, care homes, or contract catering) Strong background in high-volume food production and multi-site or central kitchen operations Demonstrable experience in menu planning, cost control, stock management, and team leadership Experience managing and training kitchen brigades Track record of maintaining food safety standards and achieving high inspection results Experience working with specialist diets and allergens Other Considerations: This role is working 40 hours per week, over 5 days per week including weekends. Working Conditions: The position requires standing for long periods, bending, lifting, and maintaining a fast-paced environment while ensuring that food safety and cleanliness are upheld at all times. Please note: This role requires a fixed working pattern of more than 20 hours per week. Due to legal working hour restrictions, we are unable to consider applicants who are not permitted to work these hours under UK immigration rules. It is important to MACK that all employees are aligned with the values of the company as follows: o _Do the right thing_ Put our customers first Stand up for safety every day Be respectful, supporting, and caring Recognise and celebrate achievements o _Find a better way_ Collaborate to find solutions Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity Generate options to maximise sustainability Commit to continuously improving o _Deliver it!_ Take personal ownership for delivery Be bold and act with passion and purpose Focus on progress towards outcomes See it through! So, whilst recognising the importance of qualifications and experience, MACK requires all employees to demonstrate how they embody the values of the company. MACK is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel safe, respected and able to achieve their potential. Pay: £15.50 per hour Benefits: Discounted or free food Free parking Application question(s): Do you currently have the legal right to work the full contracted hours for this role without restriction (e.g. not limited to 20 hours per week)? Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person
Chef / Kitchen Assistant required for a property in Bishop s Stortford, which offers a BBQ restaurant and smokehouse. They smoke and BBQ meats in American traditional smokers and Argentinian charcoal grill. As a Chef / Kitchen Assistant, you will be working at a junior level, as a 3rd member of the kitchen team. You will report to and support the Head Chef, and to the Second Chef , in both all the food preparation and kitchen operations. If you have previous kitchen experience or a passion for cooking and love true good food and BBQ, we would love to hear from you. Looking for a kitchen team member that can grow in the role as part of an enthusiastic and hard working team. The Restaurant is closed Mondays (sometimes on a Tuesday according to the business season). The hours of the business operate mostly from the early evening weekdays and a Saturday and from lunchtime on a Sunday. The restaurant is located in the heart of Bishop's Stortford with excellent access to public transport and parking. The salary for this Chef / Kitchen Assistant is given as national minimum wage (salary shown is for 21 years old and over), on a 40 hour week contract / plus tronc. Please send an up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae. N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We look forward to receiving all applications however due to the high number of applications we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However, for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Chef / Kitchen Assistant required for a property in Bishop s Stortford, which offers a BBQ restaurant and smokehouse. They smoke and BBQ meats in American traditional smokers and Argentinian charcoal grill. As a Chef / Kitchen Assistant, you will be working at a junior level, as a 3rd member of the kitchen team. You will report to and support the Head Chef, and to the Second Chef , in both all the food preparation and kitchen operations. If you have previous kitchen experience or a passion for cooking and love true good food and BBQ, we would love to hear from you. Looking for a kitchen team member that can grow in the role as part of an enthusiastic and hard working team. The Restaurant is closed Mondays (sometimes on a Tuesday according to the business season). The hours of the business operate mostly from the early evening weekdays and a Saturday and from lunchtime on a Sunday. The restaurant is located in the heart of Bishop's Stortford with excellent access to public transport and parking. The salary for this Chef / Kitchen Assistant is given as national minimum wage (salary shown is for 21 years old and over), on a 40 hour week contract / plus tronc. Please send an up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae. N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We look forward to receiving all applications however due to the high number of applications we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However, for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Trainee Chef £13.59 per hour plus company benefits Full Time Hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role Heathland House is a stunning 66 bedded luxurious residential and dementia care home situated in Ferndown, Dorset. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Assistant/Cook who wishes to progress to be a Trainee Chef under the mentorship and training of our Head Chef. Working alongside our head chef and the kitchen team, you will provide a high quality catering and dining experience to all our residents, guests and visitors. We are looking for someone who has enrolled on a NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation and Cooking or will be willing to do so. You will need to have gained experience in a kitchen environment and can demonstrate some key cookery skills and knowledge. You will have the opportunity to attend food preparation workshops to support your training. We are looking for someone who is reliable, a hard worker and can demonstrate a compassionate nature to our residents. Our team member benefits include: Paid Breaks Uniforms Staff Meals Nest Pension Employee Assistance Programme Care Workers Charity Spice of Life Discount Retail Scheme Cycle Scheme Eye Care Refer a Friend Scheme Reward Vouchers Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards Main Responsibilities Follow a 4-week Rota, developed by the head chef. Assist with the quarterly review of menus, in line with seasonal changes. Prepare, cook and present meals attractively. The majority of the menu will be home cooked with minimal use of convenience foods. This will include home baked biscuits and cakes provided daily. Modified meals and snacks will be provided in line with operational procedures. Provide a breakfast service to our residents in line with their requests. Serve food to residents in dining areas at lunch and supper times ensuring a rotation of catering staff between communities of the care facility. Ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the main and satellite kitchens. Understand how to order all catering supplies through nominated suppliers, managing budgets accordingly. Learn how to prepare food. Ensure that stock levels within the catering department are adequate, rotated, used effectively and secured at all times. Person Specification Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations Effective management and leadership skills Good communication skills with open and collaborative working The ability to work well within the team
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Trainee Chef £13.59 per hour plus company benefits Full Time Hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role Heathland House is a stunning 66 bedded luxurious residential and dementia care home situated in Ferndown, Dorset. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Assistant/Cook who wishes to progress to be a Trainee Chef under the mentorship and training of our Head Chef. Working alongside our head chef and the kitchen team, you will provide a high quality catering and dining experience to all our residents, guests and visitors. We are looking for someone who has enrolled on a NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation and Cooking or will be willing to do so. You will need to have gained experience in a kitchen environment and can demonstrate some key cookery skills and knowledge. You will have the opportunity to attend food preparation workshops to support your training. We are looking for someone who is reliable, a hard worker and can demonstrate a compassionate nature to our residents. Our team member benefits include: Paid Breaks Uniforms Staff Meals Nest Pension Employee Assistance Programme Care Workers Charity Spice of Life Discount Retail Scheme Cycle Scheme Eye Care Refer a Friend Scheme Reward Vouchers Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards Main Responsibilities Follow a 4-week Rota, developed by the head chef. Assist with the quarterly review of menus, in line with seasonal changes. Prepare, cook and present meals attractively. The majority of the menu will be home cooked with minimal use of convenience foods. This will include home baked biscuits and cakes provided daily. Modified meals and snacks will be provided in line with operational procedures. Provide a breakfast service to our residents in line with their requests. Serve food to residents in dining areas at lunch and supper times ensuring a rotation of catering staff between communities of the care facility. Ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the main and satellite kitchens. Understand how to order all catering supplies through nominated suppliers, managing budgets accordingly. Learn how to prepare food. Ensure that stock levels within the catering department are adequate, rotated, used effectively and secured at all times. Person Specification Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations Effective management and leadership skills Good communication skills with open and collaborative working The ability to work well within the team
