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As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in Proudly representing Defence and and embodying our positive brand image Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations Our ideal Catering Assistant will: Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability Prioritise safety in every task you undertake Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters 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. Job Reference: com BU 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!

A leading catering service provider in the East Midlands is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will prepare high-quality food, create eye-catching displays, and maintain excellent customer service standards. Ideal candidates are team players with a positive attitude and a passion for delivering outstanding service. This position offers opportunities for growth in a supportive environment committed to recognizing and rewarding hard work.

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Cafe Supervisor to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Cafe Supervisor, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. 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. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year Could you bring your spark to Costa? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities may include: Ensuring all deliveries are checked and stored promptly and correctly Supervising a team, creating a positive environment where the team feel welcomed and supported Being a responsible key holder Using the till, taking order and receiving payments Assisting with weekly bookwork and any other duties that are necessary Producing weekly rotas following the manager's guidelines Placing orders for stock to maintain the correct stock levels Delegating where necessary and ensuring the team are proactive at all times Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards Complying with Health & Safety regulations Our ideal Costa Supervisor will: Previous experience supervising frontline teams within a similar environment Good communication skills with a focus on great Customer Service Team player and can-do attitude Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive attitude 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 R/WJ Retail 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!

We are looking for a confident and professional Reception Supervisor to lead our front desk team and ensure a welcoming and efficient reception service. As the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and staff, you will play a key role in creating a positive first impression while maintaining smooth daily operations at the reception area. In this role, you will supervise reception staff, coordinate front desk activities, handle enquiries, and ensure high standards of customer service are consistently delivered. The ideal candidate is organised, approachable, and experienced in managing a busy front of house environment. This is a great opportunity for someone with reception or front of house experience who is looking to take the next step into a supervisory position. Contract type: Permanent, full-time Hours: 40 per week (Monday-Friday; shift rota basis between 7 AM - 7 PM, with some flexibility as per business needs for overtime) Salary: £36,391 per annum Why you'll love working with us: Financial Benefits: Exclusive travel and grocery discounts, cash rewards, and life assurance. PLUS, a daily food allowance! Future Security: Contributory pension scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, and digital GP services. Career Growth: Extensive learning and development opportunities. Celebrate Excellence: Recognition through WOW Awards for outstanding performance. CommunitySupport: One paid day off per year to give back to a cause you care about. What the role involves: Supervise and support reception team members during daily operations. Ensure visitors and clients receive a professional and welcoming service. Manage front desk schedules, breaks, and shift coverage. Handle enquiries, phone calls, and correspondence efficiently. Assist with resolving customer concerns or complaints. Maintain reception area standards and administrative records. Train new reception staff and monitor performance. What we're looking for: A natural alignment with our Rapport values: Create Rapport, Be Brilliant, Innovative Spirit, Walk Tall, and Stronger Together. Excellent people skills and interpersonal abilities. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Customer service focused with a friendly and approachable manner. Professional appearance and attitude. Leadership and team supervision skills. Strong organisation and time management. Ability to multitask and prioritise in a busy environment. Problem solving and conflict resolution abilities. Attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and remain calm. Reliability and punctuality. Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Ability to build relationships with staff, visitors, and clients. Teamwork and ability to support colleagues. Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Adaptability and flexibility. Basic administrative and computer skills. About us Rapport Guest Services is a multi award winning company, delivering front and back of house guest services for leading organisations across the UK, Ireland, and globally. As part of Compass Group UK&I, we combine people first culture with exceptional service standards. We are proud ofourcommitmentto inclusion, wellbeing, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.We are also a DisabilityConfident Employer, offering meaningful roles for individuals with additional needs. Find out more about us and our values at .

A leading hospitality service provider in Greater London is seeking a skilled Reception Supervisor to lead the front desk team and ensure excellent customer service. The role includes supervising reception staff, managing activities, and handling enquiries in a busy environment. Candidates should have strong people skills, exceptional communication abilities, and prior experience in reception or front-of-house roles. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various financial and health benefits.

A prestigious catering service in London seeks a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience in event catering and creative menu planning, and will be responsible for food quality, team management, and compliance with hygiene standards. The role offers a competitive salary alongside a range of perks including personal development opportunities and a well-being support strategy. Ideal for a chef looking to take the next step in their career.

We are Company of Cooks, and we believe brilliant food and drink starts with brilliant people. For over 25 years, we've been part of some of the UK's most loved cultural destinations, from historic palaces and botanical gardens to buzzing galleries and performance spaces, running the cafés, restaurants, bars and events that bring these incredible places to life. Our values - Craft, Creativity and Community - guide everything we do. They shape how we work together, how we support our partners, and how we make each guest feel welcome. If you care about food, people and doing things properly, you'll feel right at home here. Wherever we are, we do more than serve. We bring places to life through food, service and creativity and we're looking for a Head Chef to join our team in London. Location: Central London, W1J 7BQ Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Working Pattern: 5 over 7 days, 40 hours per week, mainly working 8am to 3pm however flexibility is required for evening events Key responsibilities To prepare and oversee all preparation of food to the highest standard To produce food in a timely fashion to ensure smooth service to the customers To ensure that all appropriate ingredients are available for the menus To develop and plan menus that are in line with client and customer expectations To be creative when menu planning and including the client and customers Pride yourself on food quality and hygiene standard Overall responsibility for managing the kitchen team Provide feedback and coaching on performance To ensure that the kitchen team have completed up to date COSSH and Food Hygiene training Our Ideal Candidate Looking forsomeone who is happy to lone work and manage 1 KP who will work 30 hours per week Looking for a chef experienced with events, buffets Would suit a chef looking for their first Head Chef role What's in it for you? Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Holiday allowance Eye care A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Family friendly support A holiday purchase scheme Regular social events and communication with our leaders Volunteering days Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Location: London Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum Working Pattern: 5 over 7 days, 40 hours per week We areCompany of Cooks, and we believe brilliant food and drink starts with brilliant people. For over 25 years, we've been part of some of the UK's most loved cultural destinations, from historic palaces and botanical gardens to buzzing galleries and performance spaces, running the cafés, restaurants, bars and events that bring these incredible places to life. Our values - Craft, Creativity and Community - guide everything we do. They shape how we work together, how we support our partners, and how we make each guest feel welcome. If you care about food, people and doing things properly, you'll feel right at home here. Wherever we are, we do more than serve. We bring places to life through food, service and creativity and we're looking for aGeneral Managerto join out team inLondon. About this Role We are seeking a General Manager to lead a large central London site with a £10 million turnover, overseeing a team of 120. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial restaurant experience and a proven track record of driving business performance. Key responsibilities Holding regular feedback sessions with customers and clients to ensure we are exceeding their food service expectations Full of innovation and creativity to develop the food offering Lead, develop and manage the team staff members, ensuring you and staff members are up to date with COSHH and Food hygiene training and any other relevant trainings Develop and sustain strong working relationships with the relevant clients at the individual business Ensure the site achieves the financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget What's in it for you? Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Holiday allowance Eye care A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Family friendly support A holiday purchase scheme Regular social events and communication with our leaders Volunteering days Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers Company of Cooks officially formed part of CH&CO Catering Group Ltd in 2020. AHonest Approach, A Passionate Team, Quietly Confident