Chef Manager Education Catering Are you an experienced Chef Manager , Cook Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager looking for a rewarding role within education catering? This is an excellent opportunity to lead the catering operation at a well-established education site in Minehead, Somerset, delivering fresh, nutritious meals to students in a supportive and professional environment. If you're passionate about quality food, team leadership, and achieving a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum / Up to 10% annual performance bonus Company pension Monday to Friday: 7:00am 4:30pm no regular evenings/weekends Term-time working (42 weeks per year, including INSET days and three additional working weeks) Ongoing training and supportive employer with genuine opportunities to grow Excellent work-life balance About the Role: As Chef Manager , you'll have full responsibility for the day-to-day management of a busy school catering operation, serving approximately 360 freshly prepared meals each day across the main school, sixth form, and specialist education unit. You'll lead and inspire a team of three General Assistants, ensuring every meal is prepared to the highest standards while maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming kitchen environment. Daily meal service includes: Approximately 150 freshly prepared meals Around 200 Grab & Go meals Approximately 10 specialist unit meals This is a hands-on management role where you'll have the autonomy to drive standards, develop your team, and create a positive dining experience for students and staff. Key Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and develop the catering team Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious, and seasonal menus Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and presentation Manage food purchasing, stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships Monitor budgets and control food costs Ensure compliance with HACCP, allergen management, food hygiene, and Health & Safety legislation Maintain excellent customer service standards Drive continuous improvement across the catering operation About You: We're looking for an experienced catering professional who has previously worked as a: Chef Manager / Cook Manager / Head Chef / Catering Manager / Kitchen Manager You'll also have: Experience managing catering operations within schools, education, healthcare, contract catering, or high-volume food service Strong leadership and team management skills A passion for producing fresh, nutritious, high-quality food Excellent organisational and communication skills Experience managing budgets, food costs, stock control, and ordering A thorough understanding of HACCP, allergen management, and food safety legislation Why Join Us: This is more than just another Chef Manager position. You'll enjoy the opportunity to lead your own kitchen, make a genuine impact on students' wellbeing through quality food, and enjoy a role that offers the work-life balance many chefs are looking for. If you're an experienced Chef Manager , Cook Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager ready for your next challenge in education catering, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Chef Manager Education Catering Are you an experienced Chef Manager , Cook Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager looking for a rewarding role within education catering? This is an excellent opportunity to lead the catering operation at a well-established education site in Minehead, Somerset, delivering fresh, nutritious meals to students in a supportive and professional environment. If you're passionate about quality food, team leadership, and achieving a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum / Up to 10% annual performance bonus Company pension Monday to Friday: 7:00am 4:30pm no regular evenings/weekends Term-time working (42 weeks per year, including INSET days and three additional working weeks) Ongoing training and supportive employer with genuine opportunities to grow Excellent work-life balance About the Role: As Chef Manager , you'll have full responsibility for the day-to-day management of a busy school catering operation, serving approximately 360 freshly prepared meals each day across the main school, sixth form, and specialist education unit. You'll lead and inspire a team of three General Assistants, ensuring every meal is prepared to the highest standards while maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming kitchen environment. Daily meal service includes: Approximately 150 freshly prepared meals Around 200 Grab & Go meals Approximately 10 specialist unit meals This is a hands-on management role where you'll have the autonomy to drive standards, develop your team, and create a positive dining experience for students and staff. Key Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and develop the catering team Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious, and seasonal menus Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and presentation Manage food purchasing, stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships Monitor budgets and control food costs Ensure compliance with HACCP, allergen management, food hygiene, and Health & Safety legislation Maintain excellent customer service standards Drive continuous improvement across the catering operation About You: We're looking for an experienced catering professional who has previously worked as a: Chef Manager / Cook Manager / Head Chef / Catering Manager / Kitchen Manager You'll also have: Experience managing catering operations within schools, education, healthcare, contract catering, or high-volume food service Strong leadership and team management skills A passion for producing fresh, nutritious, high-quality food Excellent organisational and communication skills Experience managing budgets, food costs, stock control, and ordering A thorough understanding of HACCP, allergen management, and food safety legislation Why Join Us: This is more than just another Chef Manager position. You'll enjoy the opportunity to lead your own kitchen, make a genuine impact on students' wellbeing through quality food, and enjoy a role that offers the work-life balance many chefs are looking for. If you're an experienced Chef Manager , Cook Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager ready for your next challenge in education catering, we'd love to hear from you.
Assistant Cook based at Letchmore Infants School 22.5hpw At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY. The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector. As an Assistant Cook, you'll be supporting the cook manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service. Let's talk about the role of an Assistant Cook: Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required Assist with stock control and inventory management Represent the brand professionally, always maintaining a positive image Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations About the Ideal Assistant Cook: Committed to safeguarding children and young people Previous experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required) Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate allergen records Able to support and work collaboratively as part of a team Why join us? Salary: £12.84 per hour (£12,710 per annum) Hours: 22.5 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights Schedule: Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off Uniform provided Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply) Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities Excusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL - No Cost to You If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and apply online - your Assistant Cook career with HCL starts here.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Assistant Cook based at Letchmore Infants School 22.5hpw At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY. The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector. As an Assistant Cook, you'll be supporting the cook manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service. Let's talk about the role of an Assistant Cook: Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required Assist with stock control and inventory management Represent the brand professionally, always maintaining a positive image Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations About the Ideal Assistant Cook: Committed to safeguarding children and young people Previous experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required) Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate allergen records Able to support and work collaboratively as part of a team Why join us? Salary: £12.84 per hour (£12,710 per annum) Hours: 22.5 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights Schedule: Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off Uniform provided Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply) Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities Excusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL - No Cost to You If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and apply online - your Assistant Cook career with HCL starts here.
Evening Servery Assistant Looking for a short evening role that fits effortlessly around daytime commitments, studies, or family life? Cranleigh School is seeking an Evening Servery Assistant to join our dynamic catering team. Working Hours: Monday Friday, 17 30 (10 hours/week) Contract: Term Time Only (plus optional overtime available in school holidays) Experience: None required full training provided! The Role You will assist with evening meal service, event setup, stock replenishment, and general cleaning down to keep the servery running smoothly. All you need is reliability, a strong work ethic, and a friendly, proactive attitude. Cranleigh offers a supportive community environment and also a wide range of benefits. For further details about the role and to apply, please visit our website by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), together with the online application and supported by a full CV (via the Apply now button on the website) as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am 25th August. Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check. Evening Servery Assistant - Apply now.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Evening Servery Assistant Looking for a short evening role that fits effortlessly around daytime commitments, studies, or family life? Cranleigh School is seeking an Evening Servery Assistant to join our dynamic catering team. Working Hours: Monday Friday, 17 30 (10 hours/week) Contract: Term Time Only (plus optional overtime available in school holidays) Experience: None required full training provided! The Role You will assist with evening meal service, event setup, stock replenishment, and general cleaning down to keep the servery running smoothly. All you need is reliability, a strong work ethic, and a friendly, proactive attitude. Cranleigh offers a supportive community environment and also a wide range of benefits. For further details about the role and to apply, please visit our website by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), together with the online application and supported by a full CV (via the Apply now button on the website) as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am 25th August. Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check. Evening Servery Assistant - Apply now.
School Catering Assistant / General Assistant Shifts : Monday to Friday between 10am - 2pm Area : Across the Birmingham Area Pay : Weekly pay £12.71ph Schools may currently be on their summer holidays, but we are actively recruiting now for September starts across Birmingham and the surrounding areas. We are seeking friendly, reliable, enthusiastic & experienced School Catering Assistants to support a variety of school sites throughout Birmingham and the surrounding areas for the upcoming academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking for Monday to Friday daytime work while gaining valuable experience within educational settings. Whether you're an experienced Catering Assistant or looking to develop your skills in a rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role As a School Catering Assistant, you will play an important role in helping to provide nutritious meals for pupils and supporting the smooth running of busy school kitchens and dining facilities. Typical duties may include: Food preparation and basic kitchen duties Serving meals to pupils and staff Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Washing up and keeping kitchen areas organised Supporting the catering team during busy service periods What We Offer Pay from £12.71 per hour Monday to Friday daytime shifts Flexible work to fit around your availability School-friendly working hours, offering excellent work-life balance Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings Potential for regular and ongoing assignments throughout the academic year What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, General Assistant, Food Service Assistant or similar role Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (we can offer training) Food Allergen Awareness Certificate (we can offer training) Safeguarding Training (we can offer training) Enhanced DBS certificate (we can process) Reliable, punctual and hardworking Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment A positive attitude and commitment to excellent customer service Apply Today If you're a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, General Assistant or Food Service Assistant looking for flexible weekday work within a rewarding school environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to secure your place for September starts, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss available opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
School Catering Assistant / General Assistant Shifts : Monday to Friday between 10am - 2pm Area : Across the Birmingham Area Pay : Weekly pay £12.71ph Schools may currently be on their summer holidays, but we are actively recruiting now for September starts across Birmingham and the surrounding areas. We are seeking friendly, reliable, enthusiastic & experienced School Catering Assistants to support a variety of school sites throughout Birmingham and the surrounding areas for the upcoming academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking for Monday to Friday daytime work while gaining valuable experience within educational settings. Whether you're an experienced Catering Assistant or looking to develop your skills in a rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role As a School Catering Assistant, you will play an important role in helping to provide nutritious meals for pupils and supporting the smooth running of busy school kitchens and dining facilities. Typical duties may include: Food preparation and basic kitchen duties Serving meals to pupils and staff Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Washing up and keeping kitchen areas organised Supporting the catering team during busy service periods What We Offer Pay from £12.71 per hour Monday to Friday daytime shifts Flexible work to fit around your availability School-friendly working hours, offering excellent work-life balance Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings Potential for regular and ongoing assignments throughout the academic year What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, General Assistant, Food Service Assistant or similar role Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (we can offer training) Food Allergen Awareness Certificate (we can offer training) Safeguarding Training (we can offer training) Enhanced DBS certificate (we can process) Reliable, punctual and hardworking Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment A positive attitude and commitment to excellent customer service Apply Today If you're a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, General Assistant or Food Service Assistant looking for flexible weekday work within a rewarding school environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to secure your place for September starts, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss available opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
Oasis Academy Mayfield: is a fantastic place to learn and work. We believe that we have moved yet closer to our aim to become the exceptional school our community deserves. We are excited to welcome applications from future colleagues who share our enthusiasm for education and dedication to transforming the community we live in and serve. Job/Person Summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join the Academy Community Lettings Team. This position will initially be based on Saturdays during daytime hours, with exact working hours to be discussed and agreed at interview. There may be flexibility around hours for the right candidate. The successful applicant will work Saturdays as part of the Academy Lettings Team, supporting the operation of the Academy's Fitness Suite, Sports and Leisure Centre. Additional evening shifts and occasional daytime hours during school holidays may also be available. You will be setting up sports equipment, occasional catering equipment for community events. Over-seeing the fitness suite and children's parties and clubs. Use and monitor our booking system, your Academy email account as well as other computer systems. Assisting with the general running and operation weekends. General administration and cleaning duties are also part of this role. Previous experience of working in this type of role is desirable. What We're Looking For: Reliable, proactive and professional, with strong communication and customer service skills. Able to work independently, as part of a team, and in a busy, flexible environment. Confident using ICT, including Microsoft Office applications. Skilled at building positive relationships with children and adults. Good problem-solving skills and the ability to deal with situations effectively. Physically able to move and set up sports equipment. A Level 2 Fitness or Sports Coaching qualification, Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, and First Aid training are desirable. When you join the Oasis family there are a number of offers you'll receive that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include but are not limited to: What We Offer: Part-time Saturday role with overtime opportunities. Training and development opportunities, including professional certifications. Generous holiday entitlement and excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Employee benefits including a healthcare cash plan, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests and counselling service. A friendly, supportive team environment with opportunities to gain experience in a busy lettings operation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged, as interviews may be arranged and appointments made before the advertised closing date. Safeguarding Statement: Oasis Academy Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Oasis Academy Mayfield: is a fantastic place to learn and work. We believe that we have moved yet closer to our aim to become the exceptional school our community deserves. We are excited to welcome applications from future colleagues who share our enthusiasm for education and dedication to transforming the community we live in and serve. Job/Person Summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join the Academy Community Lettings Team. This position will initially be based on Saturdays during daytime hours, with exact working hours to be discussed and agreed at interview. There may be flexibility around hours for the right candidate. The successful applicant will work Saturdays as part of the Academy Lettings Team, supporting the operation of the Academy's Fitness Suite, Sports and Leisure Centre. Additional evening shifts and occasional daytime hours during school holidays may also be available. You will be setting up sports equipment, occasional catering equipment for community events. Over-seeing the fitness suite and children's parties and clubs. Use and monitor our booking system, your Academy email account as well as other computer systems. Assisting with the general running and operation weekends. General administration and cleaning duties are also part of this role. Previous experience of working in this type of role is desirable. What We're Looking For: Reliable, proactive and professional, with strong communication and customer service skills. Able to work independently, as part of a team, and in a busy, flexible environment. Confident using ICT, including Microsoft Office applications. Skilled at building positive relationships with children and adults. Good problem-solving skills and the ability to deal with situations effectively. Physically able to move and set up sports equipment. A Level 2 Fitness or Sports Coaching qualification, Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, and First Aid training are desirable. When you join the Oasis family there are a number of offers you'll receive that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include but are not limited to: What We Offer: Part-time Saturday role with overtime opportunities. Training and development opportunities, including professional certifications. Generous holiday entitlement and excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Employee benefits including a healthcare cash plan, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests and counselling service. A friendly, supportive team environment with opportunities to gain experience in a busy lettings operation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged, as interviews may be arranged and appointments made before the advertised closing date. Safeguarding Statement: Oasis Academy Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We are recruiting a General Kitchen Assistant Salary: £21,200 p.a Location: Westminster Contract type: Term-time + 5 days. Mon to Fri = 27.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 2pm Contract term: Permanent Start date: September 2026 Apply by: 1st September 2026 Applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage. Job Description and Person Specification We are seeking an exceptional, innovative General Kitchen Assistant. The General Kitchen Assistant will be a member of the catering service team and will be responsible to the Catering Manager. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of catering and enjoy working in a collaborative, busy catering environment. They should hold relevant professional qualifications and /or experience within catering within an educational sector of similar. They must demonstrate compatibility with the Halcyon philosophy and a commitment to meet the demands of an innovative and expanding school. About us: Halcyon London International School is the only not-for-profit, co-educational, exclusively International Baccalaureate (IB) School in London offering the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. We provide an exceptional education, where every child is recognised, valued and included. Our community is guided by the values of the IB and our mission is to draw out the unique potential of each student. Halcyon's creative, inspiring educators enjoy a highly collaborative, student-centred learning environment and are excited to pioneer innovative, digitally-integrated, learning. We are a welcoming, reflective community and will provide the right applicant with a unique and rewarding professional challenge, supported by generous professional development. Still interested, then hit the apply button!
Aug 12, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting a General Kitchen Assistant Salary: £21,200 p.a Location: Westminster Contract type: Term-time + 5 days. Mon to Fri = 27.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 2pm Contract term: Permanent Start date: September 2026 Apply by: 1st September 2026 Applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage. Job Description and Person Specification We are seeking an exceptional, innovative General Kitchen Assistant. The General Kitchen Assistant will be a member of the catering service team and will be responsible to the Catering Manager. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of catering and enjoy working in a collaborative, busy catering environment. They should hold relevant professional qualifications and /or experience within catering within an educational sector of similar. They must demonstrate compatibility with the Halcyon philosophy and a commitment to meet the demands of an innovative and expanding school. About us: Halcyon London International School is the only not-for-profit, co-educational, exclusively International Baccalaureate (IB) School in London offering the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. We provide an exceptional education, where every child is recognised, valued and included. Our community is guided by the values of the IB and our mission is to draw out the unique potential of each student. Halcyon's creative, inspiring educators enjoy a highly collaborative, student-centred learning environment and are excited to pioneer innovative, digitally-integrated, learning. We are a welcoming, reflective community and will provide the right applicant with a unique and rewarding professional challenge, supported by generous professional development. Still interested, then hit the apply button!
Temporary Catering Assistant - Primary School Salford Location: Salford Job Type: Temporary Hours: 9am - 2:30pm Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Salford for a Temporary Catering Assistant to join their school kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous school kitchen or catering experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about helping provide nutritious meals for children. The Role: Assisting with the preparation and serving of school meals. Supporting the kitchen team with food preparation and general kitchen duties. Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness. Washing up and ensuring kitchen equipment and work areas are kept clean and tidy. Working alongside an experienced Catering Assistant as part of a friendly and supportive team. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience working in a school kitchen or similar catering environment. Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety procedures. The ability to work efficiently as part of a team. A reliable, flexible, and positive attitude. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one). What We Offer: Competitive daily pay rates. Dedicated support from your Tradewind Recruitment consultant. Opportunity to gain experience within a welcoming primary school. Potential for ongoing temporary work. If you have school catering experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Salford, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Seasonal
Temporary Catering Assistant - Primary School Salford Location: Salford Job Type: Temporary Hours: 9am - 2:30pm Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Salford for a Temporary Catering Assistant to join their school kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous school kitchen or catering experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about helping provide nutritious meals for children. The Role: Assisting with the preparation and serving of school meals. Supporting the kitchen team with food preparation and general kitchen duties. Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness. Washing up and ensuring kitchen equipment and work areas are kept clean and tidy. Working alongside an experienced Catering Assistant as part of a friendly and supportive team. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience working in a school kitchen or similar catering environment. Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety procedures. The ability to work efficiently as part of a team. A reliable, flexible, and positive attitude. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one). What We Offer: Competitive daily pay rates. Dedicated support from your Tradewind Recruitment consultant. Opportunity to gain experience within a welcoming primary school. Potential for ongoing temporary work. If you have school catering experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Salford, we'd love to hear from you.
Catering Assistants Needed - Manchester 12.71 per hour Flexible Hours Weekly Pay The Search Hospitality team are currently looking for experienced and reliable Kitchen Assistants for a variety of temporary roles with immediate starts available. You will be work across a range of different sites including staff canteens, hospitals, schools, hotels and more! Requirements Employment reference details that cover the last 3-Years A minimum of 12 months' experience working as a Catering Assistant or within a kitchen or food service environment Reliable, committed, and professional Excellent customer service and communication skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Employment reference details that cover the last 3-Years Key Responsibilities Supporting Kitchen teams with food preparation and service Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas Washing dishes, utensils, and catering equipment as required Following food safety and hygiene procedures Assisting with stock replenishment and general kitchen duties Benefits 12.71 per hour Flexible working hours to suit your availability Weekly pay Holiday pay accrued or paid weekly Free training courses - (Food Safety and Allergen Awareness) Opportunities across Greater Manchester If you're an experienced Catering Assistant or Kitchen Assistant looking for flexible, rewarding work with excellent support and benefits, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Brandon today for a chat to find out more about the opportunities available near you. 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Seasonal
Catering Assistants Needed - Manchester 12.71 per hour Flexible Hours Weekly Pay The Search Hospitality team are currently looking for experienced and reliable Kitchen Assistants for a variety of temporary roles with immediate starts available. You will be work across a range of different sites including staff canteens, hospitals, schools, hotels and more! Requirements Employment reference details that cover the last 3-Years A minimum of 12 months' experience working as a Catering Assistant or within a kitchen or food service environment Reliable, committed, and professional Excellent customer service and communication skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Employment reference details that cover the last 3-Years Key Responsibilities Supporting Kitchen teams with food preparation and service Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas Washing dishes, utensils, and catering equipment as required Following food safety and hygiene procedures Assisting with stock replenishment and general kitchen duties Benefits 12.71 per hour Flexible working hours to suit your availability Weekly pay Holiday pay accrued or paid weekly Free training courses - (Food Safety and Allergen Awareness) Opportunities across Greater Manchester If you're an experienced Catering Assistant or Kitchen Assistant looking for flexible, rewarding work with excellent support and benefits, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Brandon today for a chat to find out more about the opportunities available near you. 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.
Deputy General Manager - England Company Description Job Title: Deputy General Manager Location: Eastbourne College Contract Type: Full-time, 52 weeks Salary: 37,000 per annum Why Join us? 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training & development opportunities Pension & life insurance Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme Free meals while at work Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels About the role: We are seeking a confident and committed Deputy General Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the catering service at Eastbourne College. Working closely with the Director of Catering , you'll play a key role in operational delivery, team leadership, and ensuring high standards in food quality and service. This is a hands-on, customer-focused position ideal for someone passionate about food, hospitality, and team development. You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh, innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Support the Director of Catering in overseeing day-to-day catering operations, ensuring a high-quality and consistent service. Lead by example in delivering excellent food standards and customer experience. Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently and with pride. Help manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships in line with budgetary targets. Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all relevant policies. Assist in planning and executing hospitality events and term-time functions. Deputise in the absence of the General Manager, taking ownership of operations and client communications. Qualifications Candidate Profile: Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a catering or hospitality environment. A food-led individual with a good understanding of kitchen operations and customer service. Experience managing a team and supporting staff training and development. Knowledge of health & safety, food safety, and compliance procedures. Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, can-do attitude. Experience in an education or contract catering setting is desirable but not essential. Additional Information We pride ourselves on: People first We're a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Great food, always Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. Food education We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Respect in everything we do Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND1
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Deputy General Manager - England Company Description Job Title: Deputy General Manager Location: Eastbourne College Contract Type: Full-time, 52 weeks Salary: 37,000 per annum Why Join us? 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training & development opportunities Pension & life insurance Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme Free meals while at work Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels About the role: We are seeking a confident and committed Deputy General Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the catering service at Eastbourne College. Working closely with the Director of Catering , you'll play a key role in operational delivery, team leadership, and ensuring high standards in food quality and service. This is a hands-on, customer-focused position ideal for someone passionate about food, hospitality, and team development. You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh, innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Support the Director of Catering in overseeing day-to-day catering operations, ensuring a high-quality and consistent service. Lead by example in delivering excellent food standards and customer experience. Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently and with pride. Help manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships in line with budgetary targets. Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all relevant policies. Assist in planning and executing hospitality events and term-time functions. Deputise in the absence of the General Manager, taking ownership of operations and client communications. Qualifications Candidate Profile: Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a catering or hospitality environment. A food-led individual with a good understanding of kitchen operations and customer service. Experience managing a team and supporting staff training and development. Knowledge of health & safety, food safety, and compliance procedures. Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, can-do attitude. Experience in an education or contract catering setting is desirable but not essential. Additional Information We pride ourselves on: People first We're a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Great food, always Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. Food education We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Respect in everything we do Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND1
Role Overview We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our supportive team in assisting the educational development of pupils. Working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Leadership Team, you will help facilitate access to learning and support the management of pupils and classroom activities. While most tasks take place in the classroom, you may occasionally support pupils in other learning environments. Key Responsibilities Support the welfare and educational needs of children Encourage pupils' social and emotional growth by fostering positive relationships and building self-confidence Lead and support small groups or individual learners Assist with general clerical and organisational tasks to aid teaching staff General Duties Adhere to professional standards, legal requirements, and organisational policies Manage day-to-day administrative and organisational tasks as assigned Take responsibility for specific duties, with performance reviewed annually Accept additional tasks as required Qualifications GCSEs in English and Maths, grade A-C or equivalent About the School This is a chance to join a specialist educational setting catering to children aged 5-12, many of whom have social, emotional, behavioural, communication, and learning challenges. You will collaborate with a team of teachers, support workers, and therapists committed to creating a nurturing and therapeutic learning environment. Located in Robertsbridge, this role is accessible for those living in Hastings, Royal Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas. Our organisation has over 16 years' experience delivering tailored care and education to young people with autism and complex needs. As part of a leading group in the sector, we focus on innovative, outcome-driven approaches that make a real difference. In recognition of our positive working environment, we are proud to have been named a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years. Why Work With Us? Life assurance and pension scheme with flexible contribution options Extensive mental health and physical wellbeing support services Access to a flexible benefits platform offering a wide range of health, insurance, and lifestyle perks, including discounts and schemes such as Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Family growth support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support Introducing a 4-day working week, which means you could be working fewer hours each week without a reduction in salary. Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role! Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Role Overview We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our supportive team in assisting the educational development of pupils. Working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Leadership Team, you will help facilitate access to learning and support the management of pupils and classroom activities. While most tasks take place in the classroom, you may occasionally support pupils in other learning environments. Key Responsibilities Support the welfare and educational needs of children Encourage pupils' social and emotional growth by fostering positive relationships and building self-confidence Lead and support small groups or individual learners Assist with general clerical and organisational tasks to aid teaching staff General Duties Adhere to professional standards, legal requirements, and organisational policies Manage day-to-day administrative and organisational tasks as assigned Take responsibility for specific duties, with performance reviewed annually Accept additional tasks as required Qualifications GCSEs in English and Maths, grade A-C or equivalent About the School This is a chance to join a specialist educational setting catering to children aged 5-12, many of whom have social, emotional, behavioural, communication, and learning challenges. You will collaborate with a team of teachers, support workers, and therapists committed to creating a nurturing and therapeutic learning environment. Located in Robertsbridge, this role is accessible for those living in Hastings, Royal Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas. Our organisation has over 16 years' experience delivering tailored care and education to young people with autism and complex needs. As part of a leading group in the sector, we focus on innovative, outcome-driven approaches that make a real difference. In recognition of our positive working environment, we are proud to have been named a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years. Why Work With Us? Life assurance and pension scheme with flexible contribution options Extensive mental health and physical wellbeing support services Access to a flexible benefits platform offering a wide range of health, insurance, and lifestyle perks, including discounts and schemes such as Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Family growth support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support Introducing a 4-day working week, which means you could be working fewer hours each week without a reduction in salary. Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role! Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).
