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Quest Employment is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Chef to join their dedicated catering team within a high-quality residential care home. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who enjoys preparing nutritious, delicious meals and wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of residents every day click apply for full job details

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Mill Hill, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 78 children in newly refurbished rooms, each with its own individual outdoor area. Our superb chef prepares delicious home-cooked meals that are nutritionally balanced and healthy, featuring a six-week rolling menu that highlights fresh, seasonal produce. This allows our children to experience a wide variety of tastes, textures, flavors, and colors in their meals. Conveniently located near shopping and transport amenities at Mill Hill Broadway, including Thameslink Station, we also provide complimentary lunches and free parking for staff. Our nursery is situated in a stunning detached property in one of Mill Hill's most sought-after areas, offering an exceptional environment for early childhood development. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!

Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group? Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do. W e are on the look out for a passionate Chef to join our team! You'll learn new skills, work with great people and be an integral part of our food development journey . We use quality ingredients from approved suppliers and locally sourced where possible. We'll also listen to you and let you share ideas for menu additions which you feel would work in our clubs through our Chef Forums. We create an environment where our teams feel a sense of belonging, an environment where they can thrive, both physically and mentally whilst fulfilling their full potential. Some of our perks : Free Club Membership for you and your family! Discount on food and drinks. Discounts on Swimming, Tennis Lessons, and Personal Training. Opportunities for Career Advancement through internal training and development. Wagestream App : Get paid on demand ! Access to our Benefits Suite . About you : As a Chef , we are looking for someone who: Has strong knowledge of food safety and h ealth and s afety regulations . A"self-motivated individual who takes pride in producing great quality food. Happy to work individually as well as part of a team. Passionate about customer service Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture . Together, we're m ore than a C lub!

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Second 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. Here at Barchester, 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. 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. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK Terms & conditions apply 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.

Our client is a leading supplier of catering services to a number of schools and education trusts across the South West. As the business continues to expand, we're looking for an experienced Operations Director to join our team and oversee a portfolio of education sites across the West. This is a field-based role, supporting and inspiring teams across multiple locations, so flexibility to travel is essential (car provided.) The region is South Wales, Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. As an Operations Director, you will: Lead, motivate, and develop Area Managers, Chef Managers and on-site teams Build strong, professional relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Champion great food and exceptional service standards Deliver high-quality operational performance across multiple sites Provide confident financial oversight, including commercial and fixed-price management Support recruitment, HR processes, and people development Lead a region of 5 area managers and 70+ sites 350 employees Increase School meal uptake, control costs & deliver business unit KPI's Maintain & Grow our customer base through extensions and supporting Tenders/Business development. Lead on projects & contract mobilisations Represent the business with professionalism We're looking for someone with: Experience as a multi-site Operations Manager or Area Manager in either a services or hospitality or retail A track record of managing a large multisite business Strong leadership skills with a "lead by example" approach Confidence communicating at all levels Excellent organisational skills, resilience, and the ability to prioritise effectively Competence with Microsoft Office, including producing reports, spreadsheets, and presentations A genuine passion for great food, great people, and great service Qualification in Food Safety & Management experience advantageous Prepared to Travel across the region meeting Clients & supporting the team, and home based when not visiting sites What We Offer Competitive salary Car or car allowance Company pension Generous annual leave A chance to be part of a dynamic, creative, people-focused catering brand

Role: Chef de Partie Location: Kingsbridge, Devon Salary / Rate of pay: 29,000 to 31,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a family owned, luxury 4 star hotel on the South Devon coast in Kingsbridge, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join their team, catering for their 2 AA Rosette awarded restaurant. What's in it for you? Free on-site parking Newly refurbished live in available, charged at 90 per week (inclusive of bills), if required Share of tips Profit related annual bonus Free meals on duty Food and beverage discounts Free use of the hotel's gym and spa facilities Discounted staff stays at a number of hotels around the UK Employee Assistance Programme Company pension Training and development opportunities Package 29,000 to 31,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Why choose our Client? Our client is a family-run, luxury 4-star hotel in Kingsbridge on the South Devon coast, with enviable sea views. This beautiful property boasts a 2 AA Rosette fine dining main restaurant serving breakfast and dinner to hotel residents each day. The menu for the fine dining restaurant changes daily with a weekly rotation but also includes daily specials too. In addition to this, the hotel has a terrace bar and poolside bistro which offer lunch and afternoon tea respectively, and an on-site food-led pub, however, the pub is run by a separate team of chefs. The kitchen team is passionate about creating memorable experiences for their guests using fresh, locally sourced produce which is a proud feature of the hotel. The menu mixes classic dishes alongside new modern favourites and the hotel are looking for like-minded, experienced chefs who can work closely with the existing team, to continue to deliver the high level of service expected. What's involved? As a Chef de Partie, you will work as part of a well-established team, preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes for the main fine dining restaurant, bistro, and bar. A lot of prep work will be involved as you can expect to cater for up to 120 covers per night during peak season, using locally sourced produce, however, you will be mindful to monitor portion and waste control at all times, to maintain profit margins. You will work closely with the senior kitchen team, assisting with the creation of menu items and recipes whilst also managing and training any junior chefs working with you. You will ensure that you and others have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety at all times. The successful candidate will have previous experience in a 4-star or 5-star hotel and will have worked to 2 Rosette level, or equivalent. Live in accommodation is available if required, and is just a 10-minute walk from the hotel. There is also a bus stop outside the hotel, should you not drive. 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 Chef de Partie role in Kingsbridge, 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: Chef de Partie Location: Kingsbridge, Devon Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job: Product Developer (12 month FTC) Location: Wisbech 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 everyday 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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Developer to join our Ready Meals team in Wisbech on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you'll support the development of innovative products from initial concept through to successful launch. What you'll be doing As a Product Developer, your role will be to develop new, and modify existing products, in line with written briefs, customer expectations and financial targets to create products of sustainable and repeatable quality and sustainable cost. In this role you will be required to: Develop new and existing recipes into commercially viable products, benchmarking regularly to gain awareness of the market for a competitive advantage. Create recipes alongside the chefs, input recipes onto the recipe management system and review the accuracy of all recipes inputted by the product technologist and chefs to ensure they meet cost, weight and nutritional requirements. Ensure the viability of new raw ingredients from an operational, technical and product development perspective to bring innovation and challenge to existing Greencore policies and practices. Complete and/or review and approve all relevant documentation (feasibility forms, customer submission forms, concept to process handovers etc.) to ensure accuracy of information shared internally and externally. Put all products through the feasibility process; working with the commercial, operations, technical and purchasing teams to solve any issues to ensure concepts are repeatable, sustainable and scalable. Compile product costing information and adapt recipes to balance food quality with achievement of commercial brief targets within customer brand standards. Present benchmarking, existing (EPD) and new products (NPD) at internal and customer presentations, passionately demonstrate good market and food trends awareness, to achieve product approval. Follow the critical path time lines as directed, escalating incomplete tasks and deficiencies in testing, to ensure that mitigating action can be taken to prevent delays in product acceptance and launch. Assist the process team with the scale up production trials, as required, to ensure production quality matches the kitchen quality signed off by the customer. Provide leadership and direct to ensure that across the team people are kept safe, engaged, focused, developed an delivery to their potential What we're looking for At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. Proven experience in food product development Analytical; comfortable with producing and reviewing costings Proficient in all elements of product development from concept to launch Proven track record of successfully validating products and producing high quality documentation Confident in presenting to all levels within the business and directly to customers Experience in people management 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 Competitive matched pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career. We reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the specified closing date. Recruitment Fraud Warning: Greencore and its 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.

Role : DevOps Engineer Location: Newcastle (Hybrid) Type: Contract Duration: 12 months Role Overview We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our team in Newcastle on a 12-month contract. You will play a key role in building and maintaining development environments, implementing automation, and supporting continuous integration and delivery pipelines. You will work closely with development and testing teams to ensure efficient, reliable, and scalable software delivery. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with DevOps, development, and client teams to deliver robust environments and tools. Set up, configure, and maintain tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, SonarQube , and testing platforms. Design and implement CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous integration, testing, and delivery. Automate software development processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort. Develop and manage serverless integrations between systems using APIs. Support infrastructure provisioning and configuration using automation tools. Ensure high levels of system performance, security, and reliability . Required Skills & Experience Hands-on experience with public or private cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Strong understanding of CI/CD concepts with practical experience using tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or AWS Code Build . Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as: Terraform AWS CloudFormation / CDK Expertise in configuration management tools : Ansible Puppet Chef Experience with containerization and orchestration : Docker / Docker Compose Kubernetes / OpenShift Working knowledge of Agile and Lean methodologies . Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Python Bash PowerShell Node.js / TypeScript Key Attributes Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Passion for automation and continuous improvement Excellent communication and teamwork skills Anyone who is willing to relocate and SC eligible can apply.

Senior Sous Chef Luxury Boutique Hotel Edinburgh Full-Time Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits Are you an ambitious and talented Senior Sous Chef looking for your next challenge within a high-quality hospitality environment? We are seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join the leadership team of a well-established boutique hotel and restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a passionate Head Chef, helping to drive culinary excellence across a busy food operation that is renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences. The Role As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in leading, developing and inspiring the brigade. You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency and presentation while ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include: - Supporting the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management - Leading service and ensuring dishes are delivered to exceptional standards - Training, mentoring and developing junior chefs - Assisting with menu development and seasonal specials - Managing stock control, ordering and supplier relationships - Maintaining food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards - Monitoring kitchen costs, waste management and GP targets - Acting as Head Chef in their absence About You The ideal candidate will have: - Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to step up - A strong background in fresh food and high-quality dining - Excellent leadership and team development skills - A passion for creating outstanding dishes using seasonal ingredients - Strong organisational and communication abilities - Sound knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance standards - The ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment - A positive, hands-on approach with a commitment to excellence Whats On Offer - Competitive salary package - Excellent work-life balance opportunities - Staff discounts across food, beverage and accommodation - Career development and progression opportunities - Supportive and collaborative working environment - The opportunity to work within a respected independent hospitality business - Meals on duty - Company pension scheme Apply Now If you are passionate about food, enjoy leading teams and want to be part of a dynamic and growing hospitality business in Edinburgh, we would love to hear from you. Flexible Workforce Solutions are acting as the recruiter for this position and not the direct employer. As part of the recruitment process you will need to demonstrate your Right to Work in the UK.

Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group? Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do. W e are on the look out for a passionate Chef to join our team! You'll learn new skills, work with great people and be an integral part of our food development journey . We use quality ingredients from approved suppliers and locally sourced where possible. We'll also listen to you and let you share ideas for menu additions which you feel would work in our clubs through our Chef Forums. We create an environment where our teams feel a sense of belonging, an environment where they can thrive, both physically and mentally whilst fulfilling their full potential. Some of our perks : Free Club Membership for you and your family! Discount on food and drinks. Discounts on Swimming, Tennis Lessons, and Personal Training. Opportunities for Career Advancement through internal training and development. Wagestream App : Get paid on demand ! Access to our Benefits Suite . About you : As a Chef , we are looking for someone who: Has strong knowledge of food safety and h ealth and s afety regulations . A"self-motivated individual who takes pride in producing great quality food. Happy to work individually as well as part of a team. Passionate about customer service Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture . Together, we're m ore than a C lub!

Role: Sous Chef Location: Slough Employer: Hotel Salary / Rate of pay: 42000 Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a popular hotel in the Slough area who are looking for an experienced with a minimum 2 years hotel as Sous Chef to join their already talented kitchen team. What's in it for you? Looking for a quality employer who pretty much caters for all tastes? Take a look at some of the perks on offer: Free staff meals On site laundry facilities Bonus opportunities Training & development opportunities Great career progression Award Winning Head Chef Free Parking Gifts at Christmas (I know right!) Staff Appreciation days Package Up to 42000 Service Charge Bonus Why choose our Client? This large hotel is part of medium sized hotel group with properties in London and the countryside. This means they have to be able to cater for a really wide range of customers and can accommodate golfers, conferences, banquets, functions, business and leisure guests throughout the year. This gives you ample opportunity to build on your already impressive career and become an integral part of the kitchen and key in adding to its success. The hotel and kitchen is multi outlet with Banqueting, Bar and Restaurant all parts of the F&B operation with the addition of a very popular golf course to look after as well. What's involved? As Sous Chef you and the Head Chef will be instrumental in the development and management of the kitchen on a day to day basis. You will use your experience and talent to mentor and guide the team to cope with the challenges a busy kitchen present. Although the client is looking for someone coming from a minimum 2 years as a Sous Chef in a 4 star Hotel, you will also have experience in both restaurant and banqueting service and be able to cope with anything that comes your way with a calmness that puts the brigade at ease so they can focus on what they do best. You will naturally be ambitious, very keen and an outstanding communicator and will use all of these to slip into each team seamlessly. THERE IS NO ACCOMMODATION WITH ROLE SO YOUR OWN TRANSPORT WILL BE ADVANTAGEOUS. Sound like the role for you? T hen we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will be in touch to discuss this Sous Chef role in Berkshire 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: Rob Cotton Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDCHEFS Job Role: Sous Chef Location: Berkshire Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We're always looking to connect with talented Chefs of all levels - from Commis to Head Chef -across a range of exciting kitchens including restaurants, hotels, contract catering, and events. Flexible and permanent opportunities Competitive hourly rates & salaries Work in respected, high-quality kitchens Immediate starts available Opportunities to grow your skills and career Whether you're seeking stability, flexibility, or progression, we have roles to suit your goals. Apply now or send your CV today to be considered for current and upcoming Chef roles. Let's find a kitchen that fits you. Always looking forward to hearing from you. Get in touch!

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you'll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for click apply for full job details

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As an Assistant Chef at Busy Bees, you'll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool Bishops Stortford St Michaels Mead are proud to hold Ofsted rating of Good with a long-standing team. Our beautiful purpose built nursery is located in the heart of the town, and offers spacious rooms and large individual gardens. We offer free onsite parking and free breakfast and lunch daily. We are proud to offer flexible working arrangements to suit you, either full time or part time, or even a 4-day working week! Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 25% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children. Support the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards. Ensure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management. Support meal preparation and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate Ideally experience in leadership within early years settings. Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills. Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance. If you have a passion for leading teams and supporting quality education, apply today!

Position: Cafe Assistant Location: Avenham Park, Preston, PR1 8JT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 1+ Months Working Hours: 24 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £13.45 per hour Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Prepare and cook food to a high standard in a busy café environment. Support daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and menu delivery. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen area. Work efficiently to meet customer demand during busy periods. Follow food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards. Manage kitchen tasks independently when required. Work collaboratively with the wider café team. Person Specification Previous experience in a chef, kitchen, or food preparation role. Ability to work in a fast-paced café or catering environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Reliable, flexible, and able to work as part of a team. Good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices. DISCLAIMER : By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.

Start Date: September 2026 Hours: Daytime Hours, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only - No evenings or weekends!) Qualifications Required: Level 3 Food Safety or NVQ equivalent. Are you a passionate Cook or Chef looking to escape the gruelling evening and weekend hours of commercial kitchens? We are seeking a creative, motivated, and highly organised School Cook / Catering Officer to operate and develop the catering service at an Alternative Provision school in Barnoldswick (Barlick), Lancashire . The school provides a smaller, nurturing, and flexible environment for secondary-aged pupils who thrive outside of mainstream education. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will take full ownership of the kitchen workspace, preparing fresh, balanced meals while ensuring absolute compliance with food safety legislation. Menu Planning & Preparation: Plan creative, innovative, and nutritious menus that meet dietary guidelines and cater to various dietary requirements. Kitchen Operations: Manage daily food preparation and cooking, ensuring the school's reputation for high-quality food is enhanced. Hygiene & Safety: Maintain the kitchen to the highest standards determined by Food Safety Legislation, performing essential daily maintenance and weekly deep cleans. Budget & Stock Control: Work efficiently within authorised budget limits and menu costings, managing stock control and recycling wastage effectively. School Community Support: Maintain the security of the kitchen and storerooms. Attend school open days, parent evenings, and support student initiatives like the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. What We Are Looking For Qualifications: Must hold a Level 3 Food Safety certification or an NVQ equivalent. Experience: Proven experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment (school, care home, contract catering, or hospitality). Skills: Excellent time management, organisational skills, and a solid understanding of planning balanced, nutritional menus within a budget. Driving Licence: A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle with business insurance are required. Safeguarding & School Culture We maintain an open, vigilant culture to protect and support our vulnerable young people. The setting operates a strict safe touch, no restraint policy . Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact our Lancashire Education Recruitment Team today for a confidential discussion regarding this September 2026 start.

Chef de Partie - 34k+ Package Edinburgh & Lothians - Luxury Hotel Team Player required We are looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at a high-end hospitality venue located in Edinburgh & Lothians. This is a permanent, full-time, salaried position offering stability, career progression, and a brilliant working environment. Working an average of 40 hours per week on an annualised hours contract. You'll be joining a passionate and skilled brigade, contributing to a high-quality culinary offering that serves both hotel residents and visiting guests. Offer details for such a CDP Team Player The successful Chef de Partie will receive a starting salary of 30,000, plus tronc payments and a range of additional financial benefits. In the CDP role itself Taking ownership of your section in a busy professional kitchen under the supervision of senior chefs. Assisting all other team members in maintaining exceptional standards of food preparation and presentation. Working with fresh, high-quality ingredients to deliver consistently excellent dishes. Maintaining a clean and compliant work environment, adhering to health and safety standards at all times. Contributing to menu innovation and daily specials. You, our next Chef de Partie Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Commis Chef ready to step up. SVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent practical kitchen experience is evident. Passionate about food, quality and delivering an outstanding guest experience. Flexible and reliable with a positive, team-first attitude. This is a rare opportunity to join a premium hospitality operation in an amazing property. If you're a driven and enthusiastic chef looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be considered or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role. We are Search Hospitality! Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.