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Role: Pastry Chef Location: Kingsbridge, Devon Salary / Rate of pay: 36,000 to 40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a luxury hotel on the Devon coast and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Pastry Chef with fine-dining experience to join the team, producing high-quality, fine-dining dishes for restaurant guests. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Share of tips Live in accommodation available Discounted or free food Employee discounts Staff parking Training and development opportunities Package 36,000 to 40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Why choose our Client? Our client is a luxury hotel in Devon, in a very unique location. This beautiful property has a fantastic reputation, breathtaking views and is steeped in history and stories. Serving award-winning food where ingredients are all sourced locally in Devon, guests are spoilt for choice with 2 fine dining restaurants on site; a formal restaurant or a more relaxed seafood restaurant. The kitchen team here are working to a 2 Rosette standard and have a real passion and drive to serve the best, fine dining food around. Our client is therefore looking for a like-minded individual who is a people person and a team player, to help take the team and the hotel further! What's involved? As the Pastry Chef, you will work as part of a small team of pastry chefs, working closely with the Head Pastry Chef to cater for the hotel's 2 in-house fine-dining restaurants. With a background in fine dining already, the successful Pastry Chef will ensure recipes are followed to ensure risk of cross-contamination is kept to a minimum, ensuring consistently high standards at all times. You will advise the chef when ingredients need ordering and will inform them of any equipment breakdowns so that repairs or replacements can be arranged. Ideally you will have previously worked in a 2-3 Rosette environment but previous fine dining experience is essential for this role. Please note: due to the remote location, this role may be more suited to someone with their own transport, as public transport in the area is limited. Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Pastry Chef role in Devon. Don't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to 250 per recommendation. Consultant: Tania Varley Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDCHEFS Job Role: Pastry Chef Location: Kingsbridge, Devon Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

AL968 - Chef Location: Wooton, Isle of Wight Salary: £32,000 Per annum + Progression Overview: We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Chef to join our team. As a Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire food preparation and cooking process, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and cleanliness are maintained in the kitchen and dining areas. Your expertise in culinary arts, attention to detail, and commitment to excellent food service will contribute to the success of our establishment. Duties and Responsibilities For the Chef: Oversee the correct procedures for storing, preparing, cooking, and serving food, including thorough labeling, temperature checks, and allergy management during your shift. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all kitchen and dining areas, ensuring that all food handling and storage areas meet regulatory requirements. Carry out regular checks and audits in line with current requirements to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Adhere to all regulatory issues regarding health, hygiene, and safety, including following Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines. Follow catering risk assessments as required to identify and address potential hazards in the kitchen environment. Prepare for internal and external audits/inspections conducted by managers, NSF (National Sanitation Foundation), and Environmental Health, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in order. Ensure that cleaning schedules are produced and followed by all catering staff, promoting a clean and organized work environment. Ensure that all food allergen policies and procedures are followed by all catering staff, minimizing the risk of cross-contamination and addressing customer dietary requirements. Ensure accurate completion of all relevant food safety documentation, including The Kitchen Diary, to maintain accurate records of food preparation, storage, and safety measures. Skills and Qualifications For the Chef: Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar culinary role. In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, including HACCP guidelines. Excellent understanding of kitchen operations, including food preparation techniques and cooking methods. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks accordingly. Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and train kitchen staff. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with team members. Creative and innovative mindset, capable of developing new dishes and menus. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a hospitality setting.

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Commis Chef to join our team on a 2-week temporary contract , starting tomorrow . Job Details: Contract: 2 weeks Start Date: Tomorrow Pay: 15.00 per hour Duties: Preparing simple food items, including paninis and jacket potatoes. Assisting with basic food preparation. Serving customers in a friendly and professional manner. Operating the till. Maintaining a clean and tidy work area. Providing excellent customer service at all times. If you're available to start immediately and have a positive attitude with previous catering experience, we'd love to hear from you.

We are working with a client who is a global leader in consulting, technology services, and digital transformation, committed to delivering positive change through technology and human collaboration. They are looking for a Splunk SIEM Engineer with active SC Clearance in place to design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. You will need to demonstrate your Multi-Platform SIEM Expertise: you need proven experience with Splunk Enterprise Security, Microsoft Sentinel, and SIEM architecture including data models, correlation rules, and administrative functions. Security Operations: Strong analytical skills in threat detection, incident response, and security event analysis with experience in large enterprise environments (10,000+ endpoints). Data Pipeline Management: Hands-on experience with log ingestion, data routing, and transformation using tools like Cribl, plus understanding of data normalisation and parsing in Splunk Enterprise. SOAR & Automation: Experience with Security Orchestration platforms, playbook development, and automated response workflows for incident management. Network Security Fundamentals: Working knowledge of network architectures, firewalls, proxies, and common attack vectors with troubleshooting expertise. Communication & Documentation: Excellent technical writing and communication skills to create runbooks, procedures, and translate complex security concepts for diverse audiences. In order to apply, you must have active SC Level Clearance in place. You must be able to evidence skills in Splunk Enterprise Admin and development. You will be proficient in Splunk Enterprise Security (SIEM) - administering, managing, and maintaining SIEM. Experienced in developing use cases/correlation searches. You will be proficient in data models. Have hands-on knowledge and understanding of Splunk Cloud. Hands-on experience of Microsoft Sentinel. Hands-on CI/CD tools like Gitlab, Jenkins etc. Proficiency in Cribl Stream is expected. Awareness/experience of the following is an advantage - Cloud Security & Modern Infrastructure: Proficiency with AWS/Azure cloud security, containerised environments, and SaaS-based security solutions. Programming & Scripting: Advanced skills in Python, PowerShell, KQL, SPL, and SQL for automation, custom integrations, and advanced analytics development. Security Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, Splunk Certified Architect, or Microsoft Sentinel Ninja. Extended Security Stack: Experience with EDR, UBA, CASB, CSPM, vulnerability assessment tools, and threat intelligence platforms. Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Chef, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD for automated security tool deployment and configuration management. Compliance & Governance: Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR) and hands-on incident response/forensics experience. Please be clear that only candidates that meet the above criteria with the right to work and that are resident in the UK with active SC Level Clearance will be considered. No sponsorship is available. This role will involve hybrid working here in the UK at a site based in Cheshire - expected on site 3 days per week and 2 from home. More flexibility may be offered once in situ in the contract. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

MS682 - Demi Chef de Partie Location: Broadway, Worcestershire Salary: £35,692 per annum plus share of service charge Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Demi Chef de Partie on behalf of one of our clients, a luxury estate hotel. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities: Supporting your section to deliver consistently high-quality dishes. Preparing ingredients and assisting with mise en place and service. Working closely with senior chefs to learn and develop. Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness. Helping to keep service smooth, efficient and professional. Contributing to stock control, prep and organisation. Skills and Qualifications: Experience working with fresh, seasonal produce in a quality-led kitchen. A strong work ethic and commitment to learning. A reliable, positive and professional approach. Good communication and teamwork skills. A desire to grow and progress in a structured, supportive environment. Benefits: 48 hours per week. Meals on duty and uniform provided. 30 days holiday (rising to 35 after 5 years). Birthday lunch on us. Mental health first aiders & wellbeing support. Free wellbeing resources (online fitness, mindfulness & nutrition). High Street discounts & cashback card. Estate discounts on dining, stays, wine & spa products. Premium pay for Christmas & New Year shifts. Optional low-cost healthcare cash plan.

AL967 - Head Chef Location: Marchants Hill, Hindhead Salary: £35,000 Per annum + Progression Overview: We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Chef to join our team. As a Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire food preparation and cooking process, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and cleanliness are maintained in the kitchen and dining areas. Your expertise in culinary arts, attention to detail, and commitment to excellent food service will contribute to the success of our establishment. Duties and Responsibilities For the Chef: Oversee the correct procedures for storing, preparing, cooking, and serving food, including thorough labeling, temperature checks, and allergy management during your shift. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all kitchen and dining areas, ensuring that all food handling and storage areas meet regulatory requirements. Carry out regular checks and audits in line with current requirements to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Adhere to all regulatory issues regarding health, hygiene, and safety, including following Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines. Follow catering risk assessments as required to identify and address potential hazards in the kitchen environment. Prepare for internal and external audits/inspections conducted by managers, NSF (National Sanitation Foundation), and Environmental Health, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in order. Ensure that cleaning schedules are produced and followed by all catering staff, promoting a clean and organized work environment. Ensure that all food allergen policies and procedures are followed by all catering staff, minimizing the risk of cross-contamination and addressing customer dietary requirements. Ensure accurate completion of all relevant food safety documentation, including The Kitchen Diary, to maintain accurate records of food preparation, storage, and safety measures. Skills and Qualifications For the Chef: Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar culinary role. In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, including HACCP guidelines. Excellent understanding of kitchen operations, including food preparation techniques and cooking methods. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks accordingly. Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and train kitchen staff. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with team members. Creative and innovative mindset, capable of developing new dishes and menus. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a hospitality setting. Location: Marchants Hill, Hindhead Salary: £35,000 Per annum

Executive Chef Independent Preparatory School Buckhurst Hill, Essex Permanent Full-Time Immediate start Salary: 40,000- 50, hours per week Flexible hours & shifts Hays Education is proud to be supporting a prestigious and expanding independent preparatory school in Buckhurst Hill, Essex with the appointment of an exceptional Executive Chef to lead and develop its catering provision ahead of an exciting new phase of growth. This is a rare opportunity for a talented culinary professional to take ownership of a high-profile school catering operation, delivering outstanding food experiences for pupils, staff, parents, and visitors. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in shaping a fresh, innovative, and health-focused diningculture within a thriving educational environment. The Opportunity: Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef who shares their commitment to excellence, creativity, and high standards. This position offers the chance to build and lead a catering team, design inspiring menus, and oversee the delivery of exceptional food services across the school. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a dining experience that reflects the school's values, with a strong emphasis on nutrition, quality ingredients, sustainability, and outstanding customer service. Key Responsibilities As Executive Chef, you will: Lead the overall catering operation across the school site. Design and implement seasonal, nutritious, and innovative menus. Cater for daily breakfast, lunch, snacks, and special dietary requirements. Manage food preparation and service to the highest standards of quality and presentation. Oversee all kitchen staff, providing leadership, training, and performance management. Control food purchasing, supplier relationships, and stock management. Manage budgets effectively while maintaining exceptional standards. Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, allergen management, and safeguarding regulations. Develop sustainable purchasing and waste reduction initiatives. Lead catering provision for school events, open days, parent functions, celebrations, and VIP visits. Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, families, and external stakeholders. Continuously review and improve catering standards, processes, and customer satisfaction. About You The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or Senior Kitchen Leader. A track record of delivering high-quality catering services within education, hospitality, private schools, hotels, or premium dining environments. Strong leadership and team management experience. Excellent knowledge of nutrition, allergen management, and food safety regulations. Experience managing catering budgets and supplier relationships. A passion for creating engaging and healthy menus for children and young people. Outstanding organisational and communication skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Desired Qualifications Professional Chef Qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent). Level 3 Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain). HACCP knowledge and implementation experience. Health & Safety qualification desirable. Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to undertake one). What the School Offers Opportunity to play a pivotal role within an ambitious and growing school. Modern facilities and well-equipped kitchen environments. Supportive leadership team committed to excellence. Significant autonomy to shape the school's catering vision. Professional development opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to positively impact the wellbeing and daily experience of pupils and staff. Hays Specialist Recruitment At Hays Education, we are committed to matching exceptional professionals with outstanding educational institutions. We welcome applications from experienced chefs who are looking for an exciting leadership opportunity within a prestigious school environment. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may bearranged on a rolling basis. To Apply: Please apply now or for a confidential discussion, please contact AamirMalik at or call (phone number removed). Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Role: Sous Chef Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire Salary / Rate of pay: 37,000 per annum Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a beautiful country house hotel in Gloucester, Gloucestershire and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to join their team. What's in it for you? Competitive salary 39-hour working week No split shifts Staff live in accommodation Free staff parking Free access to the on-site hotel gym Free meals on duty Discounted staff stays at any of our sister properties Discounted F&B and spa for staff Early access to wages before payday via 'Stream' Competitive bonus scheme Employee assistance programme Company pension scheme Training and development opportunities Package 37,000 per annum Why choose our Client? Set just a few miles from the centre of Gloucester in Gloucestershire our client is a beautiful country house hotel in the Cotswolds. The restaurant serves an average of 60-70 covers per day, offering a straightforward, well-executed menu supported by spec sheets. While the dishes are set, our client encourages their chefs to add their own flair to the presentation; because people really do eat with their eyes first! Alongside the restaurant, you'll also support a busy Conference & Banqueting operation, delivering weddings and events for up to 200 guests using established menus. What's involved? As a Sous Chef with at least 2 years' worth of previous leadership experience within a hotel environment, you will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, as well as leading the team in their absence and assisting with the kitchen rotas. The Sous Chef will be passionate about producing consistently high-quality food and will ensure that all food is prepared and served in line with the company's brand standards, using the spec sheets provided. You will assist with the development of seasonal menus, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness throughout the kitchen at all times. The Sous Chef will have strong organisational and stock management skills whilst also promoting a safe working environment through Health & Safety compliance, hazard reporting and accident procedures. You will be involved in the training and development of the kitchen team, supporting colleague performance reviews and development objectives. You will ensure full compliance with food safety legislation and company policies, as well as maintaining and reviewing all required food safety documentation and ASC sheets. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced hotel chef with at least 2 years' worth of previous leadership experience and knowledge of Procure Wizard would be an advantage. If you're looking for a Sous Chef role where you can lead from the front, develop your career, work with a supportive team and create dishes you're proud to send out, we'd love to hear from you. Staff live in accommodation is available with this Sous Chef role, should you be relocating from outside of the area. Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Sous Chef role in Gloucester, Gloucestershire. Don't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to 250 per recommendation. Consultant: Tania Varley Job Number: (phone number removed)/INDCHEFS Job Role: Sous Chef Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bank Casual work 0hrs flexible contract. Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family . We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. ABOUT YOUA personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodNVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalentUp to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence engaging with residentsStrong kitchen management skills REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Competitive rate of pay + travel costs A range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate chef who is keen to be part of a company that centres on celebrating life and making a difference, Barchester is the place to be.

School Cook - SEN School Woodford Start: September 2026 2 Days Per Week 10am-2pm Remedy Education are currently looking for an experienced and reliable School Cook to join a welcoming SEN school in Woodford from September 2026. This is a part-time, ongoing supply opportunity working 2 days per week, from 10am to 2pm . You'll be responsible for preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals for pupils and staff, while maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen. The role would suit someone who enjoys working in a school environment and is confident catering for children and young people with a range of additional needs. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals for pupils and staff. Follow agreed menus, dietary requirements and food safety procedures. Cater for pupils with allergies and specific dietary needs. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food preparation. Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and fully stocked. Manage food preparation and service independently. Follow HACCP and school food safety procedures. Work closely with school staff to ensure meals are prepared and served on time. What We're Looking For: Previous experience working as a Cook or Chef, ideally within a school, care or similar setting. Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety procedures. Experience preparing meals for children or young people is desirable. Awareness of allergies and special dietary requirements. Reliable, organised and able to work independently. A positive and friendly approach when working within an SEN school environment. Relevant food hygiene qualifications are desirable. The Role: Location: Woodford Setting: SEN School Start: September 2026 Days: 2 days per week Hours: 10am-2pm Duration: Ongoing supply If you're an experienced Cook looking for a part-time role within a friendly SEN school, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Zeki Mehmet at Remedy Education for more information or to be considered for the role.

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Industrial Cook Contract: Temporary to Permanent Pay Rate: 12.95 per hour, increasing to 13.80 per hour after 6 months Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:30am to 8:00pm About the Role We are recruiting for an Industrial Cook to join a busy food manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in cooking, catering, or food production who is looking for a long-term role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and processing food products in line with production recipes and specifications, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene. Key Responsibilities Follow recipes and production instructions accurately to manufacture products to specification. Weigh, prepare, and add ingredients to production machinery. Ensure full traceability of all raw materials and ingredients used throughout production. Complete production documentation and control records accurately. Maintain high standards of cleanliness across equipment, workstations, production areas, and personal protective clothing. Adhere to all food safety procedures, including HACCP controls, heat processing, filtration, and metal detection processes. Store and handle raw materials and finished goods at the correct temperatures and prevent contamination. Report any non-conforming products or quality concerns to the relevant department. Ensure correct segregation of ingredients where required, including allergens and other controlled materials. Report equipment faults or operational issues promptly to management. Keep production areas clean, organised, and compliant with company standards. Comply with all site food safety, hygiene, and quality policies. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience in a cooking, catering, chef, or food production role. The ability to undertake manual handling and heavy lifting of up to 25kg. Basic computer skills and confidence working with automated production systems. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. A proactive attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. An understanding of food hygiene and food safety standards. What's on Offer? Temporary to permanent opportunity with long-term career prospects. Pay increase after successful completion of 6 months. Monday to Friday working pattern. Opportunity to join an established and growing food manufacturing business. Apply today to be considered for this Industrial Cook opportunity.

Role: Sous Chef Location: Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Employer: Independent Traditional Restaurant with Rooms Salary: 38,000 + approximately 4000 service charge Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a stunning independent restaurant with rooms in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. They are looking for a strong, passionate sous chef to help lead their brigade. Package 38,000 per annum + approximately 4000 service charge Why choose our client? Our client is an established traditional multi-rosetted independent restaurant with rooms in the heart of Scunthorpe. Consistently, providing delicious, hearty food for everyone to indulge in. What's involved? The successful candidate will be joining a business with an amazing property utilising traditional methods with the best flavours. Exceptional attention to detail. Creating lifelong memories for every guest. Innovation and creativity. Traditional cooking methods Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will be in touch to discuss the sous chef role at this stunning traditional restaurant with rooms in the heart of Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. Don't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to 250 per recommendation. Consultant: George Smart Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDELITE Job Role: Sous Chef Location: Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Network Security Automation Engineer - 6-Month Contract - Manchester (Hybrid) - Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Network Security Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automation solutions that improve the efficiency, consistency, and security of enterprise network security operations. In this role, you'll automate Firewall rule life cycle management, policy validation, compliance reporting, and operational workflows using Scripting, APIs, and infrastructure automation tools. Key Responsibilities Design and implement automation solutions for network security operations, including Firewall rule life cycle management, creation, modification, review, and decommissioning Develop automated policy validation, security control verification, and compliance reporting solutions Implement API-based integrations across security and network management platforms Develop scripts and workflows using PowerShell, Python, and Bash to automate operational processes and reduce manual effort Utilise Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Chef, troubleshooting and optimising automation workflows What You Will Ideally Bring Strong experience in network security automation, Firewall rule life cycle management, and policy validation Solid Scripting ability in Python, PowerShell, and Bash, with REST API integration experience Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools, including Ansible, Terraform, and Chef Experience building compliance reporting and audit automation solutions Desirable, exposure to AlgoSec, Zero Trust/SASE/SSE technologies, and certifications such as CISSP, PCNSE, or CCNP Security Contract Details Duration: 6 months Day Rate: Negotiable Determination: Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, Manchester

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Care Home Chef Cambridge 17.00 - 18.00 per hour Platinum Employment are looking for Care Home Chefs in the Cambridge area to support our clients sites on a temp basis. If you're looking for ad-hoc temporary work in Cambridge that offers great benefits and a supportive agency, we want to hear from you! What's in it for you as a Care Home Chef? Paid reliably every Friday. Dedicated consultants providing ongoing support throughout your assignments. Peace of mind with our out-of-hours support team available whenever you need us. Support with your Enhanced DBS certificate updates. The choice to work locally in Cambridge or explore opportunities across the UK. Regular work with alternate weekends required. As a care home Chef you will be: Bring your valuable experience from a care home or other professional kitchen environment. Contributing to a positive and efficient kitchen team. Plan and prepare appealing, nutritious meals that meet individual residents needs and preferences, including dietary requirements. Ensuring the kitchen environment is consistently clean and adheres to all food safety standards. What do you need? IDDSI training Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate Food Allergen Certificate Enhanced DBS Certificate on the update service or dated within 1 year Excited about the possibilities? Don't miss out! Click Apply Now, and our team will be in touch to discuss this temporary Care Home Chef job for you in Cambridge. Job Role: Care Home Chef Job Number: CHCHM/INDCATERERING Location : Cambridge Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.