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Chef / Assistant Catering Manager Leeds, West Yorkshire The Organisation Our client provides support to individuals and families working in a specific industry sector. Focusing on outdoor activity, gardens and the countryside, they offer advice and services to those experiencing problems. They are now seeking a Chef / Assistant Catering Manager to join their growing team on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37.5 hours per week, Wednesday to Sunday and on Bank Holidays. The Benefits - Salary of circa £27,000 per annum, dependent on experience - 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays - Pension: matching contributions up to 7% - Sick Pay - Death in Service Benefit (3 x salary) - Family-friendly policies, including 'buying' extra (unpaid) leave or time off for dependants This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate catering professional with a strong customer focus to take their next step into an assistant manager role with a friendly, supportive team. Our client prides themselves on using fresh, local produce and reflecting the seasons with their menus. You will work in a beautiful environment which also promotes health through its delicious homemade food. If you could see yourself playing a key role in the management and day-to-day running of our client's café, this is the perfect time to take the next step in your culinary career and join their team! The Role As a Chef / Assistant Catering Manager, you will help deliver high-quality, seasonal food and a welcoming experience that is second-to-none. Specifically, you will prepare and cook delicious, well-presented and healthy food using seasonal produce, including ingredients from our client's kitchen garden, alongside a daily range of homemade cakes, scones and traybakes. Working closely with the kitchen team and volunteers, you will support the Catering Manager, and deputise in their absence, sharing responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the café. You will ensure the café runs smoothly and maintains a consistently high standard of food and service. Additionally, you will: - Lead on food preparation to the highest standards - Cater for dietary requirements and food allergies and stay up-to-date on how to do this - Ensure all hygiene, first aid and health and safety at work regulations, risk assessments and COSHH procedures are followed - Support the organisation and safe storage of stock and supplies - Maintain health and safety records and follow agreed procedures - Provide friendly, professional customer service at all times About You To be considered as a Chef / Assistant Catering Manager, you will need: - Varied paid experience in the food service industry, including food preparation, ordering, budgeting, and stock control - Customer service experience - Food preparation, cooking, and presentation skills - especially those relevant to a healthy café setting - Familiarity with the Food Standards Agency requirements, e.g. using the standards of Safer Food Better Business for Caterers - Working knowledge of First Aid in the workplace - Good, up-to-date knowledge of food hygiene and allergens - Level 2 food hygiene certificate The closing date for this role is 20th March 2026. Other organisations might call this role Assistant Manager, Assistant Food and Beverage Manager, Cook, Kitchen Manager, Bar Manager, or Line Cook. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you think you would be a good fit as a Chef / Assistant Catering Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

A fantastic Chef job near Leicester, paying up to £13.75 plus tips, has become available at Cafe/ Restaurant which offers excellent work life balance. Mostly Daytime Hours - this is when they are busiest - Finish often around 5/6pm. NO SPLIT SHIFTS - Straight shifts only. Fair weekend shift rotation. Mainly Daytime Hours Chef job near Leicester, Other Highlights: Hourly rate around £13.25 - negotiable on experience. Tips on top of pay. Full time, permanent position. Often finishing around 5/6pm. During Summer months, some shift times can be slightly later such as 1pm-9pm, but still often the earlier shifts. Happy to discuss your preferred contracted hours, due to flexibility within the team. Excellent investment in the venue and kitchen - recent refurbishment. Popular venue with consistent business - job security. 28 Days paid annual leave. Open plan/ bright kitchen with windows. Working within a very friendly and skilled team - excellent to learn from. Mainly Daytime Hours Chef job near Leicester, Ideal Candidate: We are open to hiring someone at Kitchen Assistant or Chef level. If you are interested in this Kitchen Assistant job near Leicester, please apply today!

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, you'll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Inverness is a 82 place nursery and is in a stunningly converted Victorian villa split across 2 levels having the convenience of a car parking facility.Our nursery boasts extensive, breath taking, landscaped gardens. Shhh we even have our very own secret garden for our Pre-School children to explore, play, build, create, imagine, and use their senses to experience the outdoor environment and engage with one another to their hearts desire developing and nurturing their love for nature. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 25% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs. Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance. Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections. Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above). Experience in catering or kitchen operations. Empathy and understanding - each child is unique. If you're passionate about food and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe apply now!

Head Chef Up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience, plus company benefits Full Time Hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded 'One of The UK s Best Companies to Work For Newly opened Merriman Grange is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Worthing offering state-of-the-art facilities, which include 72 large ensuite bedrooms and 5 luxury care suites. The home also features luxurious lounges and dining rooms, an on-site café bar, a cinema and a professional hair and beauty salon. We have an exciting opportunity to join our team at our stunning newly opened home, working in a state of the art kitchen heading up a great team and working sociable hours! Our team member benefits include: Paid Breaks Uniforms Staff Meals Nest Pension Employee Assistance Programme Care Workers Charity Spice of Life Discount Retail Scheme Cycle Scheme Eye Care Refer a Friend Scheme Reward Vouchers Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards At Cinnamon we like to understand what our residents enjoy. That s why our chefs visit all residents when they move into their new home. Our chefs will establish likes and dislikes and ensure that the home s menu cycle works for them. On occasions when this doesn t work they are happy to cook something different. Our chefs cater for modified and individual diets and have support at hand to seek advice and guidance if needed. The standard of food that we require will be high-end, beautifully presented, using fresh ingredients and locally sourced where available. We insist that every meal time is a truly enjoyable experience for our residents. Overseeing and managing a full kitchen team including a second chef and kitchen assistants, you will ensure that all kitchen services are efficient, and that the required Health and Safety measures are in place and adhered to within the department. Additional requirements of this role include: Monitoring the performance of suppliers and regularly check that their prices remain competitive, ensuring that the General Manager is kept informed accordingly. Support cost-effective stock control systems and ensure these are in place to minimise waste. Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage areas at all times, in accordance with the appropriate food hygiene regulations. Ensure the management and implementation of safe working procedures and practices in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. Assist the General Manager in the resolution of any complaints concerning the catering service. Actively participate in events held in home, liaising with the General Manager and Activities Coordinator to ensure nutrition and hydration needs are met, as well as social aspects of such events. Person Specification: This role involves working within a team which is committed to providing an excellent food service to the residents, having appropriate supervisory experience and relevant qualifications pertaining to the safe delivery of Food and Hygiene or Catering Services. Key Attributes: Level 3 in Catering or equivalent QCF qualification Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation Team player, self -motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable Ability to organize and prioritise workload, and work under pressure Ability to communicate and manage interpersonal relationships, including influencing skills Reasonable access outside working hours in emergency situations