Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd

Mobile Relief Chef Manager Location: Bournemouth, Andover and Enfield area Salary: £40000 per annum Shift pattern: 5 day and 4 day week, shifts between 7am and 6pm We are a leading Senior Living business dedicated to providing exceptional care and high-quality dining experiences for our residents. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where both our residents and team members thrive. The Role: We are seeking a talented and passionate R elief Chef Manager on a full time basis t o be a part of our kitchen teams, in delivering outstanding, nutritious, and appealing meals for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves food, has strong leadership skills, and enjoys working in a caring, people-focused environment. Key Responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards. Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations. Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations. Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently. Innovate menus that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences. Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control. The Person: Proven experience as a Chef, Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living. Strong leadership and team management skills. Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations. Passion for delivering excellent culinary experiences. Flexible and adaptable We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com STC Oaks Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Job Description Business Development manager- Jockey Club Experiences, Midlands & East Full-Time / Permanent Competitive salary + Company Car/Car allowance + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We're looking for Join Jockey Club Experiences and play a key role in driving business growth across our Midlands and East Jockey Club Racing venues by winning new customers and building strong, lasting client relationships. With a focus on generating new business while nurturing existing accounts, you'll bring our marketing communications solutions to life, unlock new revenue opportunities, and make a direct impact on achieving ambitious commercial targets across the region. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Business Development Manager- The role • Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with key clients within the target market to drive sustainable and profitable year-on-year revenue growth. • Identify and secure new leads to expand Conference & Events (C&E) business across Levy Venues. • Support the implementation and delivery of the C&E pro-active sales strategy. • Produce accurate and timely sales reports in line with agreed processes and standards. • Conduct regular business reviews with clients to evaluate market share, performance data, and develop action plans and joint initiatives. •Collaborate with the Levy reactive team to maximise revenue opportunities and promote services. •Plan, organise, and attend corporate familiarisation visits to increase awareness of JCE Venues and the Lime Venues Portfolio (LVP). • Build and maintain strong internal relationships within LVP to grow market share through preferred partnership programmes, with a focus on C&E. • Achieve annual sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs). • Ensure clear and effective communication of sales activity to all relevant venues, supporting timely and appropriate follow-up actions. What we're looking for Experience in a regional or national sales role within the C&E industry. Knowledge of the Conference & Events industry and bookers within the Enthusiastic, motivational, someone who strives for excellence Sets high personal performance standards. Someone who takes the initiative and drives for results. Has a recognized and verified list of key customers contacts. Sets high personal performance standards. Organised, able to make robust judgments and prioritise. Honest, transparent and consistent Gain and hold the respect of others. Have a flexible approach with a "can do" attitude. A good track record of driving world class performance Strong commercial experience Ability to monitor and challenge the use of processes. Excellent presentation, communication and relationship building skills. Be passionate about food, beverage and service. What you'll get in return Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme Healthcare & wellbeing: AvivaDigicare,Medicash(dental, optical, therapy treatments) Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Family benefits:Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% offPureGymmemberships Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoingtrainingand structured career pathways Meals on duty included Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences - and shape the future of hospitality.

The Group Cyber Security Awareness Analyst is responsible for supporting the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Compass Group's global cyber security awareness programme. This is a maternity leave cover role focused on ensuring continuity and effectiveness of awareness, phishing simulation, and learning activities. This role focuses on embedding safer cyber behaviours across the organisation through role-relevant learning, phishing simulations, and targeted guidance. Working closely with Group cyber security and local market technology teams, HR, and external partners, the role ensures security awareness activities are aligned to real business risk and operational priorities. The role plays a key part in driving measurable behaviour change by using data and insight to continually refine content, targeting, and engagement across Compass Group's global workforce. Key accountabilities: Security Awareness Programme Delivery: Own and support the ongoing delivery and continuous improvement of the global cyber security awareness programme, ensuring alignment to business risks, threat trends, and operational priorities. Phishing & Learning Platform Management: Lead the rollout and day-to-day operation of phishing simulation and learning development platforms. Support market onboarding, define clear operating models, and manage support boundaries and ownership transitions between Group and markets. Role-Relevant Guidance & Training: Develop and deliver targeted, role-appropriate guidance and training for employees, leaders, and incident responders to influence safer day-to-day decision-making and consistent reporting behaviours. Measurement & Effectiveness: Measure programme effectiveness using meaningful KPIs such as training completion, phishing simulation outcomes, and reporting rates. Use data and insight to identify trends, adjust programme focus, and drive measurable behaviour change. Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with Group and market stakeholders to promote awareness activities, support local adoption, and ensure programmes are relevant, practical, and well understood. Continuous Improvement: Stay informed on emerging social engineering techniques and awareness best practices. Continuously refine content, delivery methods, and engagement approaches to maintain effectiveness over time. Team Support & Flexibility: Provide support to wider Group cyber security activities where required, assisting with cross-team initiatives, operational priorities, and ad-hoc activities to ensure overall team effectiveness and resilience. Business Dimensions: This role supports Compass Group PLC applications and users globally, with a focus on enterprise-wide security awareness and behaviour change across multiple markets. The role reports into the Group Deputy CISO. The role has no direct reports. Expected Role KPIs: Development in line with the Personal Development Plan Accurate and insightful reporting Timely delivery of awareness campaigns and platform rollouts Projects and improvement activities delivered to schedule Key Skills and Experience Experience in cyber security awareness, training, learning platforms, or behavioural change programmes Understanding of phishing, social engineering, and human-centric cyber risk Experience supporting or operating learning management and phishing simulation platforms Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate metrics into insight and action Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Highly organised with strong attention to detail Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001) is desirable Possible Next Career Steps: This role is a cover position focused on maintaining continuity and effectiveness of the Group cyber security awareness programme. While formal progression opportunities may be limited within this role, it provides valuable exposure to global cyber security operations, stakeholder engagement, and behavioural risk management, supporting the development of transferable skills applicable to future roles within cyber security, risk, or technology functions.

Finance Business Partner - Levy Scotland (EICC & SEC) Up to £62K + Company Car and Bonus Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) & Scottish Event Campus (SEC) About Levy Levy focus is on delivering outstanding food, drink, and guest experiences at some of the UK's most iconic venues. In Scotland, we are proud to partner with world-class destinations including the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) and the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), delivering exceptional events across sport, entertainment, and business tourism. Role Purpose We are seeking a commercially driven Finance Business Partner to support our operations across EICC and SEC. This role will act as a key link between finance and operations, providing insight, analysis, and strategic support to drive performance, profitability, and informed decision-making across both venues. Key Responsibilities Partner with Operations teams across EICC and SEC to drive financial performance Deliver timely, accurate management accounts, reporting, and forecasting Analyse revenue, labour, and cost performance to identify risks and opportunities Support budgeting and reforecasting cycles across both sites Challenge operational performance and drive commercial improvements Monitor and improve margin, cost control, and profitability Provide insight on event performance and trading trends Ensure strong financial governance and compliance with internal controls Work closely with central finance, operations, and commercial teams About You Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong experience in a commercial or operational finance role Confident partnering with senior stakeholders in fast-paced environments Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into insight Experience in hospitality, events, retail, or multi-site operations (desirable) Commercially minded, proactive, and solutions-focused Excellent communication and influencing skills Why Join Us? Work across two of Scotland's most prestigious venues Be part of a high-performing, fast-paced events environment Influence commercial decisions at scale Join a business committed to sustainability, inclusion, and excellence in hospitality

Senior Event Operations Manager Location: London Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE) + Overtime Contract: Permanent, 45 hours per week About the Role We're looking for an experienced and highly organised Senior Event Operations Manager to join our dynamic team. This is a client-facing role where you'll take the lead in delivering exceptional, high-end events-working closely with Sales, Events, and key clients to ensure every detail is executed flawlessly. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love leading teams, and have a passion for delivering premium experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. What You'll Be Doing Leading the operational planning and delivery of a wide range of events Managing both front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) operations to the highest standards Producing detailed event plans and communicating them effectively across teams Briefing and leading teams of all sizes on-site Overseeing service flow, including large-scale dinners (up to 500+ guests) Attending site visits and tastings with clients and sales teams Managing equipment orders and supplier relationships Ensuring all Health & Safety and RAMS documentation is accurate and compliant Building strong relationships with key venues and clients Supporting recruitment, training, and development of team members Contributing to projects that improve efficiency and profitability What We're Looking For Proven experience in event operations, ideally at a senior level Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage large teams Excellent organisational and communication skills Experience delivering high-volume, high-end events Confident client-facing presence Solid understanding of health & safety within events A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Why Join Us? Work on exciting, large-scale and premium events Be part of a collaborative and ambitious team Opportunities for career development across the wider group (including international projects) Competitive salary with overtime opportunities Ready to Apply? If you're ready to take the lead on exceptional events and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

At Foodbuy , we do more than procure - we create strategic partnerships that elevate operational excellence, sustainability and commercial performance across Compass Group UK & Ireland. With over £2bn in managed spend , we're the procurement engine behind the UK's largest food and support services provider. We're now seeking a dynamic Account Manager to join our Commercial Management team. In this key role, you'll be the primary link between Foodbuy and assigned Compass sectors and their various departments including operations, culinary and marketing, ensuring we deliver insight-led, commercially strong and client-focused procurement solutions and support the sector teams with their operational requirements. Salary: £50,000 per annum + amazing package Working Pattern: 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday (1-2 days working from home) Location: London, WC1H 9LT What you'll be doing Build strong, trusted client relationships Act as the main point of contact for designated Compass sectors for all things supply chain Develop a deep understanding of sector needs, priorities and challenges Lead Joint Business Planning (JBP) to align strategy, strengthen relationships and unlock growth Clearly articulate Foodbuy's value proposition to stakeholders at all levels Deliver commercial impact and account growth Identify and drive sector-specific commercial opportunities Support pricing strategy, supplier engagement and optimisation of suppliers within the supply chain Influence category adoption and ensure strong purchasing compliance Lead the mobilisation of new business and support rapid issue resolution Monitor performance and champion compliance Track KPIs and performance against agreed targets both based on spend and performance Analyse data to produce clear, actionable insights Promote preferred suppliers and contracted ranges to maximise value Provide confident, proactive communication during challenges or crises Drive sustainability and social value Support clients in delivering sustainability KPIs and net zero ambitions Contribute to ESG programme rollouts and promote supplier impact stories Advocate for social value initiatives across sectors Collaborate to deliver excellence Work cross-functionally with procurement, operations, culinary, data and commercial teams Feed client insights into central Foodbuy programmes and improvements Represent sector interests across strategic projects What we're looking for A relationship-led Account Manager with experience in procurement, commercial or operational roles Strong commercial acumen with an analytical, insight-driven approach Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills Comfortable navigating different stakeholders across different departments including culinary, marketing and operations. Proactive, organised and calm under pressure Passionate about delivering exceptional service and long-term value Interest in sustainability, innovation and continuous improvement Ambitious and eager to grow within Compass Group Why join Foodbuy? Lead the frontline of our client partnerships Join a high-performing team within a FTSE 100 organisation Shape procurement, supply chain and commercial strategies that drive real business outcomes Excellent opportunities for progression across Compass Group Flexible hybrid working + competitive salary and benefits package Personal Development and Training opportunities? Company-funded APMP membership and professional certification training to support continued development Life assurance scheme? Pension scheme? Holiday allowance? Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Eye care? A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance? Family friendly support? Regular social events and communication with our leaders? A holiday purchase scheme? Volunteering days? Professional subscriptions? Recognition schemes and people awards? Long service awards? Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Category Buyer- NHS Supply Chain - Food Location: Chertsey / Normanton / Chester (hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About Foodbuy Foodbuy is a leading food procurement organisation, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support a wide range of clients across public and private sectors, using our scale, expertise and insight to deliver value, innovation and sustainable supply chain solutions. Within Foodbuy, NHS Supply Chain: Food plays a critical role in supporting hospitals and healthcare organisations across the UK - helping Trusts deliver outstanding food and dining services while meeting commercial, quality and regulatory expectations. Our teams work in close partnership with the NHS to drive engagement, improve performance and identify opportunities that genuinely make a difference. The Role We are looking for a Category Buyer to join our NHS Supply Chain: Food team. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end procurement process for your category, delivering compliant, innovative and commercially focused sourcing solutions that drive value for the NHS. You will take ownership of category supplier relationships, work closely with internal and external stakeholders, and deliver procurement activity in line with public procurement regulations, while continually identifying opportunities to improve performance and outcomes. Key Responsibilities Manage the full end-to-end procurement lifecycle for your category on behalf of NHS Supply Chain: Food Lead and deliver the NHS Supply Chain: Food Procurement Framework, from strategy development and tendering through to launch and ongoing supplier relationship management Develop and implement category strategies that optimise buying power, drive savings and deliver long-term value Build strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring effective engagement, performance management and continuous improvement Work collaboratively with stakeholders across Foodbuy, Trusts and the wider Compass organisation Conduct market and industry analysis to build insight, support negotiations and inform category strategy Operate all procurement activity in line with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023 Support delivery of team targets and KPIs to ensure value and savings are delivered for the NHS What You'll Bring Experience managing or supporting category procurement in a public sector or regulated environment Strong understanding of public procurement regulations and compliant sourcing processes Experience leading procurement frameworks and tender activity Confident stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally Commercial awareness and the ability to build market insight and supplier knowledge A proactive, organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Working Pattern This is a full-time role aligned to offices in Chertsey, Normanton or Chester , depending on home location, with some travel to UK-based sites and offices required. Why Join Us In return, we offer clearly defined career pathways, learning and development programmes, and progression opportunities to support your long-term career aspirations - alongside the opportunity to make a genuine impact by supporting NHS organisations across the UK.

Governance Buyer Location: Hybrid - Chertsey / Wakefield / Daresbury / Birmingham Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About Foodbuy Foodbuy is a leading food procurement organisation, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support a wide range of clients across public and private sectors, using our scale, expertise and insight to deliver value, innovation and sustainable supply chain solutions. Within Foodbuy, NHS Supply Chain: Food plays a critical role in supporting hospitals and healthcare organisations across the UK - helping Trusts deliver outstanding food and dining services while meeting commercial, quality and regulatory expectations. Our teams work in close partnership with the NHS to drive engagement, improve performance and identify opportunities that genuinely make a difference. The Role We are looking for a Governance Buyer to join our NHS Supply Chain: Food team. This is a key role focused on ensuring procurement activity is fully compliant, commercially robust and aligned with organisational strategy. You will lead and support end-to-end public procurement exercises, working closely with Category teams and wider stakeholders to design and deliver procurement solutions that are transparent, efficient and compliant - while driving best practice and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Lead full framework tender exercises and the establishment of Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS), from strategy development through to contract award Draft and manage tender documentation, publish notices, design compliant evaluation methodologies and lead evaluation and moderation processes, ensuring a robust audit trail Provide governance oversight and advice for mini competitions, RFQs, e-auctions and direct awards under existing frameworks and Dynamic Markets Advise on route-to-market decisions, evaluation approaches and regulatory compliance Operate and optimise the eProcurement system (Jaggaer), configuring tender stages and ensuring governance controls are embedded throughout Contribute to Category and Sourcing Strategies, providing governance and regulatory input to support savings delivery and market engagement Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, templates and guidance to ensure consistent ways of working Support and deliver training and awareness sessions to embed best practice procurement processes Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and support the resolution of complex procurement matters What You'll Bring Strong working knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015 Experience managing or supporting public sector procurement exercises, including frameworks and mini competitions Sound understanding of procurement governance, transparency and audit requirements Experience drafting procurement and tender documentation Experience using Jaggaer or a comparable eProcurement system Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and work to challenging deadlines Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail Commercial awareness and understanding of sourcing and category management principles Working Pattern This is a full-time hybrid role, aligned to offices in Chertsey, Wakefield, Daresbury or Birmingham , depending on home location. Some travel to UK-based sites and offices will be required. Why Join Us In return, we offer clearly defined career pathways, strong learning and development programmes, and progression opportunities to support long-term career growth - alongside the opportunity to play a meaningful role in supporting the NHS through compliant and impactful procurement.

Value and Pricing Specialist NHS Supply Chain: Food Foodbuy Location: Chertsey, Wakefield or Warrington (Hybrid - 2 days office-based) About Foodbuy Foodbuy is a leading food procurement organisation and part of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We use our scale, expertise and data-led insight to deliver value, resilience and innovation across complex food supply chains. Within Foodbuy, NHS Supply Chain: Food plays a critical role in supporting hospitals and healthcare organisations across the UK. Our teams work in close partnership with NHS Trusts to deliver value for money, transparency and commercially robust solutions that support patient care and frontline services. The Opportunity We're looking for a Value & Pricing Specialist to provide high-quality commercial insight, pricing analysis and decision support across NHS Supply Chain: Food categories. This role is central to how we assess value for money, understand market movements and support category strategies. You'll work closely with Category Leads, Finance, Data and Account Management teams to analyse supplier pricing, model cost impacts and identify opportunities to unlock savings and drive value for NHS customers. It's an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys turning complex data into clear, actionable commercial insight and wants to make a meaningful impact within the public sector. What You'll Be Doing: Pricing Analysis & Commercial Insight Analyse supplier price files, cost movements and market trends Model and report the impact of pricing changes and switching actions Track inflation, deflation and pricing risks across categories Value for Money Assessment Assess whether strong value is being achieved across suppliers and categories Benchmark costs against market intelligence, competitors and historical data Identify opportunities for renegotiation, alternative sourcing or cost avoidance Category & Negotiation Support Provide analytical support for category reviews and supplier negotiations Build cost models, sensitivity analysis and scenario planning Highlight inflation drivers, risks and wider commercial opportunities Reporting & Decision Support Produce clear, structured reporting on pricing trends and commercial performance Track and report KPIs related to costs and value delivery Support senior stakeholders with insight-led decision making Value Creation Initiatives Support cost saving and value-enhancing programmes with Category Leads Monitor benefits delivery and ensure savings are accurately captured Quantify and communicate commercial outcomes to stakeholders What We're Looking For Experience in a commercial, pricing, analyst or supply chain role Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail Advanced Excel skills and experience using data visualisation tools such as Power BI Ability to turn data into clear, credible commercial insight Confidence working with multiple stakeholders across procurement, finance and data A proactive, solution-focused mindset Desirable: Experience within food, grocery, supply chain or public sector environments Background in Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Mathematics or a related field Exposure to NHS, healthcare or regulated environments Why Join Us? You'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that combines commercial expertise with public-sector impact. This role offers strong exposure to senior stakeholders, meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to directly influence value delivered to the NHS.

Job Title: Apprentice Chef - SuffolkSalary/Hourly Rate: £12.71 per hourLocation: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England, IP31 1EEReporting to: Service Delivery ManagerHours/Working Pattern: 35 hours per weekContractual Requirements: Candidates must be aged 18+, DBS Check required Join Our Team as an Apprentice Commis Chef - Suffolk We're excited to be recruiting an ambitious Apprentice Commis Chef (Level 2) to join our dynamic culinary team at Suffolk. This is a 35-hour, fixed-term apprenticeship, offering a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact in a truly unique environment. About Suffolk Home to around 1,600 personnel-including RAF, Army, MOD Civil Servants, and Contractors-RAF Honington plays a vital role in supporting global RAF Police and RAF Regiment operations. The Station delivers initial and advanced training for RAF Regiment and RAF Police personnel, as well as pre-deployment preparation for RAF teams worldwide. Why Join Us? As an Apprentice Chef, you'll work alongside an experienced and supportive brigade, gaining hands-on experience while working towards your nationally recognised qualification. You'll be preparing fresh, high-quality meals that fuel and support the work of service personnel-making this a role where your contribution truly matters. What You'll Gain: Expert, structured training as part of your Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship Coaching and mentorship from a skilled and passionate kitchen team Experience within a fast-paced, meaningful catering environment Opportunities to grow your career within a company that invests in its people Recognition and rewards for your hard work and commitment No experience? No problem. Full training is provided, making this the perfect first step into a professional catering career. If you're enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to start building your future as a chef, we'd love to hear from you. On completion of the Apprenticeship, you will achieve the Commis Chef L2 and become a qualified commis chef. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: Adhere to all client and company Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times, e.g. Food Handling, Manual Handling, Fire procedures. Complete, maintain and update all Food Safety and Health & Safety paperwork Maintain the cleanliness of all kitchens and surrounding working areas ensuring Health and Safety hazards, issues, near misses and accidents are reported to your line Manager at the earliest opportunity. Provide the highest level of customer service by role modelling the ESS Way values and behaviours at all times to colleagues, customers and clients. Ensure the recovery and storage of food, and that correct labelling procedures are followed. Attend and conduct regular training as directed by your line Manager according to the requirements of the company. Follow all waste control procedures using the Food Production Process (FPP) guidelines Our Ideal Apprentice Will: Basic food preparation and cooking skills Understanding of kitchen hygiene and food safety Ability to follow instructions and recipes accurately Teamwork and communication skills Time management and the ability to work under pressure Attention to detail in food quality and presentation Reliability and good work ethic Willingness to learn and develop professionally Enthusiastic and motivated with a genuine interest in cooking and the hospitality industry. Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team. Willing to learn and take instruction, with attention to detail, Good time management, and a strong work ethic. Maintains high standards of hygiene, food safety, and presentation, and can work effectively under pressure. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including (but not limited to): Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check Medicash - Discounted health cash plan providing cashback on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family Pension scheme and Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Holiday purchase scheme Sharebuy Scheme Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards Employee networks created and led by employees for employees Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Entertainment, Health & Wellbeing and Travel discounts Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards Vodafone discounts Ongoing training & development and career pathway Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a short questionnaire and participate in a screening call to determine your eligibility for apprenticeship funding in line with the Department for Education funding rules. This is a mandatory step of the application process to ensure that you meet the criteria fo

Job Title: Apprentice Commis Chef - Northampton Salary/Hourly Rate: £12.71 Per hour, Location: Sedgebrook Hall, Northampton, NN6 8BD Reporting to: Head Chef Hours/working pattern: 40 hours a week, 5 days over 7 Contractual Requirements: Candidates must be aged 18+, No good transport links, ideally candidate would have driving license and own transport. We're currently recruiting for an ambitious apprentice chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Venue Collection on a full-time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As an apprentice chef you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. You do not need to have any experience to apply for this vacancy as full training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship! On completion of the Apprenticeship you will achieve the Commis Chef L2 and become a qualified Commis Chef Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: Help set up the kitchen. Gather and organise ingredients for the day's menu. Clean and sanitize workstations and equipment. Prepare basic items (chopping vegetables, peeling potatoes, etc.). Support chefs in preparing and cooking dishes. Follow recipes and instructions precisely. Measure ingredients accurately. Plate and garnish dishes under supervision. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen tools. Keep work areas tidy and organised. Dispose of food waste properly. Sanitize surfaces regularly. Check inventory and inform chefs of low supplies. Assist in receiving and storing deliveries. Rotate stock (first in, first out) to ensure freshness. Observe and learn different cooking techniques. Ask questions and seek feedback from senior chefs. Practice basic knife skills and food preparation. Communicate effectively with kitchen staff. Help other team members as needed. Follow all safety and hygiene standards. Assist in cleaning and shutting down the kitchen. Store leftover ingredients properly. Prepare items needed for the next day. Our ideal Apprentice will: Preferred skills but will train, Attention to Detail Careful measurement, presentation, and adherence to recipes. Teamwork Willingness to collaborate and communicate with other kitchen staff. Willingness to Learn Receptive to feedback and eager to pick up new techniques and knowledge. Organisation Keeping workstations clean and ingredients properly arranged. Basic Cooking Techniques Familiarity with boiling, sautéing, roasting, grilling, etc. Physical Stamina Able to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. Adaptability Comfortable with changes in menu, pace, or environment. Passion for Food Genuine interest in cooking and culinary arts. An ideal candidate for an apprentice chef is enthusiastic, hardworking, and passionate about food and the culinary industry. They possess strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude, even under pressure. With basic knowledge of kitchen safety and hygiene, they are reliable team players who communicate well and support their colleagues. Adaptable and eager to develop their skills, the ideal apprentice chef is committed to continuous improvement and ready to take on new challenges in a fast-paced kitchen environment. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check Medicash - Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family. Pension scheme and Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Holiday purchase scheme Sharebuy Scheme Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards Employee networks created and led by employees for employees Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Entertainment, Health &Wellbeing and Travel discounts Shopping discounts - Save up to 15%at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards Vodafone discounts On-going training & development and career pathway Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts Great things happen when people get together in our spaces to meet, spaces to sleep and spaces to celebrate at Sedgebrook Hall. From leisure breaks, weddings and celebrations to conferences, meetings, training, and every business event in between our venue provides an informal atmosphere where you and our guests can be themselves. We combine our spaces with a bigger family. Sedgebrook Hall is part of The Venues Collection - a division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the market leader in contract catering & support services. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Strategic Sourcing Manager Location: London/Chertsey/Hybrid Function: Strategic Sourcing About Foodbuy Group Foodbuy Group is the UK's leading food procurement organisation, managing over £2bn of spend across foodservice and hospitality. Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, a FTSE 100 business, Foodbuy works with a diverse client base to deliver expert procurement, commercial insight and responsible growth across food and non-food categories. About the role Our Strategic Sourcing function plays a critical role in ensuring we deliver the right products and services, at the right price, while supporting wider strategic priorities including Net Zero, Social Value and supply chain integrity. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll be a key contributor to the delivery of Foodbuy's strategic sourcing agenda. You'll lead and execute sourcing strategies across significant spend categories, taking projects to market in line with the Foodbuy Procurement Framework and delivering clearly demonstrable value for clients. Working closely with Category Development, Category Business Management, Supply Chain and Account teams, you'll help deliver sourcing excellence across an average of £250m annual spend. You'll also play a key role in driving innovation in sourcing approaches, tools and outcomes, while developing and coaching a high-performing team. Key responsibilities: Own and deliver sourcing outcomes across projects within your remit, aligned to the Foodbuy three-year strategy Lead and manage multiple tenders, either directly or through a team of buyers, depending on category complexity Ensure sourcing activity delivers against or exceeds agreed targets, following best practice and procurement frameworks Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to identify future value-creation opportunities Raise the profile of Strategic Sourcing by clearly articulating outcomes and value internally and to clients Lead, coach and develop buyers to maximise performance and capability Identify market trends and best-in-class procurement practices, applying insight to sourcing strategies Horizon scan upcoming projects, contract expirations and market movements to support a proactive, strategic approach Manage commodity and business risk, documenting and demonstrating mitigation strategies Research and monitor commodity markets and macro-economic trends Support sustainable sourcing initiatives and contracting compliance About you Strong experience in strategic sourcing and/or category management within retail, foodservice or FMCG Working knowledge of end-to-end supply chains Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally Strong commercial acumen and confident decision-maker, comfortable working under pressure Track record of delivering cost reduction in challenging market conditions Experience managing and developing buyers to improve performance Demonstrated strategic procurement capability beyond tactical tendering Strong negotiation, facilitation and conflict-management skills Desirable: Degree in a relevant discipline Commodity management experience MCIPS/CIPS qualified or working towards

Managing Director - Guardian Procurement Care Foodbuy Group UK Location: Chertsey / London (hybrid) About Foodbuy Group Foodbuy Group is the UK's leading food procurement organisation, managing over £2bn of spend across foodservice and hospitality. Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, a FTSE 100 business, Foodbuy works with a diverse client base to deliver expert procurement, commercial insight and responsible growth across food and non-food categories. Guardian Procurement Care is Foodbuy Group's Health and Care procurement solution, managing over £400m of spend and bringing together the NHS Supply Chain: Food team, the EF-Group GPO and major Care sector clients. The Role We are seeking a visionary and commercially astute Managing Director - Guardian Procurement Care to provide strategic leadership across a critical portfolio within Foodbuy Group's health and care procurement offer. Reporting to the COO of Foodbuy Group, you will have full accountability for the performance, growth and long-term direction of Guardian Procurement Care, including the NHS Supply Chain: Food contract, the EF-Group GPO and a number of high-profile health sector accounts. This is a newly created role, offering the opportunity to shape strategy, build capability and drive meaningful impact at scale. With responsibility for a significant P&L and c.£450m of managed spend, you will balance strategic leadership with operational excellence, ensuring services consistently deliver value for clients while supporting Foodbuy Group's broader commercial and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Set and lead the long-term strategy for Guardian Procurement Care, aligned to market opportunities and organisational goals Hold full P&L accountability, ensuring strong financial governance, commercial sustainability and delivery of revenue and margin targets Lead the NHS Supply Chain: Food contract, driving compliance, innovation and high-performance service delivery Shape and grow the EF-Group GPO proposition, strengthening supplier relationships and maximising value for members Act as executive sponsor for key client accounts, leading senior-level engagement and long-term partnerships Build and develop a high-performing leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment and continuous improvement Oversee financial planning, forecasting, investment decisions and risk management Champion operational excellence, digital innovation and scalable processes to support sustainable growth Represent the business at industry, client and regulatory forums, enhancing Foodbuy Group's profile and influence About You You will be an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in healthcare, care, supply chain or related sectors. You will bring: Proven experience operating at executive or MD level, leading complex, multi-stakeholder businesses Deep understanding of NHS Supply Chain operations and major GPO frameworks Strong commercial acumen with experience managing large P&Ls and high-value client contracts The ability to think strategically while driving operational excellence A collaborative leadership style, with the credibility to influence at the most senior levels A track record of delivering growth, innovation and organisational improvement Why Join Foodbuy Group? This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a FTSE 100 organisation, shaping the future of health and care procurement at scale and delivering tangible value across some of the UK's most critical public sector services.

Assistant Finance Manager - AVFC Warehouse, Birmingham Full-Time / Permanent £50000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. Overall, Purpose of the Role The candidate will business partner the General manager and their Heads of Department for the entirety of the Warehouse operation. You will perform a high-profile ownership role, developing skills in working collaboratively with client side, and internally across functions and other stakeholders. Through effective business partnering, the role will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken whilst also taking the contract through a period of mobilisation. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world?s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Assistant Finance Manager - The Role PURPOSE: Commercial Support Effective business partnering with the onsite operations team, ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities. The aim will be to support ops in delivering budgeted sales, PBIT and margin as well as delivering agreed returns for clients. Delivering pro-active financial analysis with summarised findings and recommendations to support decision making. This will involve making full use of the latest dashboards from E15 Insights covering sales, costs and managing relevant KPI's. Take ownership for the financial controls and processes for the operation which in includes weekly flash process, budget process, review of commercial initiatives, support of capex appraisals and emphasis on optimising working capital. PERFORMANCE Deliver analysis of key business reporting such as dashboards, month end reports, business reviews, client reports, budgets, flash forecasts, client requests and other ad-hoc analysis to be discussed at monthly/weekly reviews. Monitoring initiative delivery plans, challenging operational teams and where there is a risk to achievement, highlighting to senior stakeholders. Key metrics include GP%, Labour to Sales ratio and unit margin %. we have developed dashboards with E15 insights to help standardise and simplify reporting. You must use these and champion them within the business one of the key areas currently is labour % as we roll out new tech to make our venues more efficient. pricing is also vital - with inflation still an ongoing risk, we need to monitor our pricing to consumers (and SPH), hospitality charges and C&E Assist in training of finance/operational teams in the use of business reporting and KPIs to understand and improve their financial performance Populating monthly balance sheet document for review, escalating key risks and opportunities. Be responsible along with the Venue GM for the overseeing of the budgeting and forecasting process for the venue. Ensuring there is joined up and signed off process with the operational team Attend client finance meetings when required - reporting on their client return and dealing with any issues within the contract Be a part of future planning and strategic decision-making process PEOPLE: Relationship Management Working effectively as part of a team - both within finance and as part of the operational team Building relationships with key finance stakeholders Support the learning of finance personnel within the team and share knowledge/best practice What we're looking for Experience of partnering non-finance professionals to support the delivery of financial information Qualified Accountant or finalist (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) and a minimum of two years within a financial role. Experience of management accounting inclusive of accounting adjustments, producing reports/analysis to support commercial decision making Analytical and with a high level of attention to detail Proficient in Excel Macros & VBA Experience of SAP and E15 / Power BI as analysis and reporting tools Strong commercial acumen Accountability & resilience There are a lot of competing requirements - need to be able to balance time and achieve tight deadlines Commercially astute and quick to work through the many deadlines required back-to-back through the year Attention to detail - ensuring the results and analysis presented is accurate and meaningful Ability to adapt to changing environments & circumstances Leadership Behaviours Able to build relationships with stakeholders (in Compass and with clients, Ops and Finance) in the right way - to be able to engage, interact and challenge in a way that gets the right outcome for the business An effective communicator with the ability to communicate oral and written information concisely and logically at all levels - to both finance and non-finance people Challenges constructively Works collaboratively and ethically Presenting detailed information in a succinct and clear way - often to non-finance people Know the detail Be data numerate and comfortable working with data to make data driven decisions - we have moved to data warehouses and dashboards as the way to drive the business. The individual must be comfortable with this. Understand the core drivers/issues and present in a way that is succinct and appropriate for the audience Assess opportunities What you'll get in return Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday of

Account Manager, Canary Wharf: Up to £80,000 + up to 10% annual bonus We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Account Manager to take full ownership of a high-profile, multi-site London portfolio within a national account. This is a senior leadership role with accountability for a Global HQ, along with the mobilisation of a new site in 2027, plus some London satellite locations! This role is critical to the success of the account. We are looking for a confident, decisive leader who can elevate service standards, strengthen consistency, and drive operational excellence. There is long-term progression available for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Full accountability for day-to-day operations across all London sites Leadership of an existing management team with an overall team of circa 120 Build strong, credible relationships with key stakeholders and clients Take ownership of decision-making, leading with confidence and accountability Drive service improvement, operational efficiency and consistency across the portfolio Manage both cost-plus and commercial financial models, ensuring strong commercial performance Lead planning and preparation for future mobilisation and site transitions Embed a high-performance culture and develop future leaders within the team Person Requirements Proven multi-site leadership experience Strong people leader with excellent communication and influencing skills Background in contract catering preferred Commercially astute with experience managing complex financial models Ambitious, resilient and comfortable with a large, fast-paced workload We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Free meals Free on-site gym Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations. Job Reference: com R/SU Group Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!