Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Salford, Manchester
Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose Location: Chetham's school of Music, Long Millgate, Manchester, M3 1SB Salary: £40000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days 6.30am - 2.30pm or/and 11am - 7pm (FLEXIBLE) Every 3rd weekend off, No late finishes Staff workplace meals provided, Flexible working arrangements with Potential progression within Sodexo Exceptional Sodexo benefits with Great discounts & Recognition and Potential progression within Sodexo Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Head Chef for Sodexo , you'll be responsible for the timely and efficient preparation of all core feeding, within all catering areas of Chetham's school of music boarding school. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. Best of all? All bank Holidays off and public holidays off-including Christmas Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way . What You'll Do: Our ethos is "Fresh Food from Scratch" so it is imperative to prepare and present food to the notified standard, ensuring the standard of "fresh food from Scratch" is followed. Oversee and coordinate all core culinary activities across catering locations to ensure consistency and quality. Manage and control service delivery to meet specified performance, quality, and financial targets while maintaining high standards. Ensure value for money through effective supply chain management and purchasing practices. Build and nurture long-term client relationships to foster stability and growth. Recruit, induct and develop talented employees within the kitchen and, if necessary, firmly and fairly manage poor performance. Identify opportunities for organic growth and new business development within the catering operation. Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health, safety, and environmental legislation using Sodexo's safety systems. Drive continuous improvement and innovation to meet the expectations of school and catering management. Provide strategic and technical support, offering professional advice to clients, colleagues, and the team. Plan, cost, and implement menus using the DRIVe planning tool, ensuring variety, seasonality, innovation, and financial robustness. Champion the Fresh Food Standards ensuring Chetham's is the unrivalled site for schools to see and shows off the very best to prospect accounts and visitors alike Be an active (site based) member of the Chef Development team for Independents by Sodexo by contributing dishes and recipes, attending meetings, assisting with projects Engage with key client groups "Walk the Floor" during service periods and engage and interact with clients, colleagues, and any visitors. Attend pupil food committee meetings each half term Represent Sodexo at industry events. What You Bring: Essential: Experienced Chef who has operated in a busy high volume contract catering, client facing environment Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective team player Flexible, with the ability to work under pressure and across a range of shifts and service times Direct management experience of chefs / kitchen brigade Clear, strong and effective leadership style Strong ability to increase individuals' effectiveness through leadership, motivation, communication, coaching and training Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to set and maintain standards NVQ level 2 Food Production certificate or equivalent Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate Strong level of literacy and numeracy Desirable Ability to review problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions / approaches PC literate Advanced Food Safety or Health and Safety qualification What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment Competitive salary and benefits Full training and protective uniform provided No unsociable hours and public holidays off-including Christmas Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities At Sodexo , we believe everyone deserves a place to belong . This isn't just a job-it's a chance to be part of something bigger . If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you Apply today and help us create a brighter future Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose Location: Chetham's school of Music, Long Millgate, Manchester, M3 1SB Salary: £40000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days 6.30am - 2.30pm or/and 11am - 7pm (FLEXIBLE) Every 3rd weekend off, No late finishes Staff workplace meals provided, Flexible working arrangements with Potential progression within Sodexo Exceptional Sodexo benefits with Great discounts & Recognition and Potential progression within Sodexo Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Head Chef for Sodexo , you'll be responsible for the timely and efficient preparation of all core feeding, within all catering areas of Chetham's school of music boarding school. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. Best of all? All bank Holidays off and public holidays off-including Christmas Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way . What You'll Do: Our ethos is "Fresh Food from Scratch" so it is imperative to prepare and present food to the notified standard, ensuring the standard of "fresh food from Scratch" is followed. Oversee and coordinate all core culinary activities across catering locations to ensure consistency and quality. Manage and control service delivery to meet specified performance, quality, and financial targets while maintaining high standards. Ensure value for money through effective supply chain management and purchasing practices. Build and nurture long-term client relationships to foster stability and growth. Recruit, induct and develop talented employees within the kitchen and, if necessary, firmly and fairly manage poor performance. Identify opportunities for organic growth and new business development within the catering operation. Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health, safety, and environmental legislation using Sodexo's safety systems. Drive continuous improvement and innovation to meet the expectations of school and catering management. Provide strategic and technical support, offering professional advice to clients, colleagues, and the team. Plan, cost, and implement menus using the DRIVe planning tool, ensuring variety, seasonality, innovation, and financial robustness. Champion the Fresh Food Standards ensuring Chetham's is the unrivalled site for schools to see and shows off the very best to prospect accounts and visitors alike Be an active (site based) member of the Chef Development team for Independents by Sodexo by contributing dishes and recipes, attending meetings, assisting with projects Engage with key client groups "Walk the Floor" during service periods and engage and interact with clients, colleagues, and any visitors. Attend pupil food committee meetings each half term Represent Sodexo at industry events. What You Bring: Essential: Experienced Chef who has operated in a busy high volume contract catering, client facing environment Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective team player Flexible, with the ability to work under pressure and across a range of shifts and service times Direct management experience of chefs / kitchen brigade Clear, strong and effective leadership style Strong ability to increase individuals' effectiveness through leadership, motivation, communication, coaching and training Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to set and maintain standards NVQ level 2 Food Production certificate or equivalent Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate Strong level of literacy and numeracy Desirable Ability to review problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions / approaches PC literate Advanced Food Safety or Health and Safety qualification What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment Competitive salary and benefits Full training and protective uniform provided No unsociable hours and public holidays off-including Christmas Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities At Sodexo , we believe everyone deserves a place to belong . This isn't just a job-it's a chance to be part of something bigger . If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you Apply today and help us create a brighter future Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Join Our South American Adventure as a Chef / Chef De Partie / Grill Chef At Las Iguanas, our kitchens bring the heat. Inspired by the bold flavours and vibrant cultures of Latin America, we're all about food, fast pace and big personality and our Chef de Parties play a key role in keeping the fiesta flowing. As a Chef de Partie, you'll take ownership of your section, delivering consistently great food while working alongside a high energy kitchen team. You'll lead by example during busy services, support junior team members, and help keep standards high across prep, cooking and presentation. We're looking for a Chef De Partie who thrives in a fast paced kitchen, takes pride in their craft, and enjoys being part of a close knit team. You'll have solid kitchen experience, a strong work ethic, and the confidence to run your section with pace and precision. If you're ready to develop your skills, work with bold flavours, and grow your career in a kitchen that's all about teamwork, fun and flavour - Las Iguanas is the place for you. Why Join Las Iguanas? We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer: Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc A Place for Everyone - We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring skill and passion, there's a place for you in our kitchen! Amazing Discounts - 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family. Flexible Working - Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle. Referral Bonus - Get rewarded for bringing great people on board! Career Growth - Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs Wellbeing & Support - Our Employee Assistance Program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, a second medical opinion service, and more. Perks & Rewards - Free meals on shift, referral bonuses, access to wages before payday, salary finance support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment! Team Celebrations - Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e points to spend on your favourite retailers What You'll Do as a Chef de Partie: Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in our fast paced kitchen. Work closely with the kitchen team to produce delicious dishes to specification. Lead by example-coach, nurture, and develop junior team members. Show off your knife skills and your experience. Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Who We're Looking For: If you love food, enjoy working as part of a close knit team, and thrive in a fast paced kitchen environment, you could be exactly who we're looking for. At Las Iguanas, our kitchens are the heartbeat of the restaurant. From prepping fresh ingredients to cooking dishes our guests love, you'll play a key role in delivering great food, every time. You'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you can learn new skills, build confidence, and take pride in what you do. We're proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know - we're always happy to help. Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you - your enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to get stuck in. What's the process? Application CV review interview offer and onboarding If you have a genuine love for food, a positive attitude, and a great team mindset. If you enjoy working behind the scenes to create something special on the plate, we'd love to welcome you into the kitchen. Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality career!
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Join Our South American Adventure as a Chef / Chef De Partie / Grill Chef At Las Iguanas, our kitchens bring the heat. Inspired by the bold flavours and vibrant cultures of Latin America, we're all about food, fast pace and big personality and our Chef de Parties play a key role in keeping the fiesta flowing. As a Chef de Partie, you'll take ownership of your section, delivering consistently great food while working alongside a high energy kitchen team. You'll lead by example during busy services, support junior team members, and help keep standards high across prep, cooking and presentation. We're looking for a Chef De Partie who thrives in a fast paced kitchen, takes pride in their craft, and enjoys being part of a close knit team. You'll have solid kitchen experience, a strong work ethic, and the confidence to run your section with pace and precision. If you're ready to develop your skills, work with bold flavours, and grow your career in a kitchen that's all about teamwork, fun and flavour - Las Iguanas is the place for you. Why Join Las Iguanas? We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer: Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc A Place for Everyone - We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring skill and passion, there's a place for you in our kitchen! Amazing Discounts - 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family. Flexible Working - Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle. Referral Bonus - Get rewarded for bringing great people on board! Career Growth - Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs Wellbeing & Support - Our Employee Assistance Program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, a second medical opinion service, and more. Perks & Rewards - Free meals on shift, referral bonuses, access to wages before payday, salary finance support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment! Team Celebrations - Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e points to spend on your favourite retailers What You'll Do as a Chef de Partie: Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in our fast paced kitchen. Work closely with the kitchen team to produce delicious dishes to specification. Lead by example-coach, nurture, and develop junior team members. Show off your knife skills and your experience. Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Who We're Looking For: If you love food, enjoy working as part of a close knit team, and thrive in a fast paced kitchen environment, you could be exactly who we're looking for. At Las Iguanas, our kitchens are the heartbeat of the restaurant. From prepping fresh ingredients to cooking dishes our guests love, you'll play a key role in delivering great food, every time. You'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you can learn new skills, build confidence, and take pride in what you do. We're proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know - we're always happy to help. Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you - your enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to get stuck in. What's the process? Application CV review interview offer and onboarding If you have a genuine love for food, a positive attitude, and a great team mindset. If you enjoy working behind the scenes to create something special on the plate, we'd love to welcome you into the kitchen. Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality career!
Salary: £34,000 per annum Hours: Permanenet contract - 40 hours per week What we need, in a nutshell This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Venue Manager to work at our beautiful woodland retreat, Sandy Balls Holiday Village. Who are we? Sandy Balls Holiday Village is a world away from your day to day, with more trees than you can well, shake a stick at. We have resident alpacas, a bush-craft school and forest laser tag, along with the usual holiday heroes of cycling and swimming. But New Forest holidays are also about tranquillity, which is why our Retreat spa and cosy, cottage-style lodges and caravans are here to help our guests unwind. What you'll be doing Leading by example, you'll be motivating a team of F&B assistants to provide excellent service to customers in our busy bar and restaurant. This includes: Being at the heart of the action, serving customers, clearing tables, solving problems and leading your team Managing rotas so that we always have the right level of cover Identifying and sharing best practice with team, including upselling effectively Helping to control margins by working alongside the FOH and kitchen teams to control food stock, minimise wastage and manage cleaning and other costs sensibly Dealing with customer complaints and managing performance within your team Helping to build a motivated team of F&B assistants who take pride in delivering delight, even when we're exceptionally busy One more thing holidays happen at holiday times, so you'll need to work your magic on bank holidays and weekends too. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We are looking for a venue Manager that can create an environment where a team thrive and our guests can sit back and take away memories that will last a lifetime: Manage, lead, train and motivate a team to deliver delight Oversee the smooth running of the bar and restaurant, the preparation for service, as well as overseeing service and supervising the after-service duties. Maximise sales whilst driving profitable growth with care and flair Carryout regular stock takes and order, as necessary. Handle deliveries and ensure health and safety regulations are always enforced Oversee and contribute to any project work as part of the upcoming development It's about your values too. We have a can do, fun loving, people centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it onour website and decide if it describes you. One more thing holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. What we can offer you Pension scheme - Plan for your future. Up to 50% Discounts on Away Resorts holidays - because you deserve amazing getaways too. 20% On-park discounts - Enjoy the best of what we offer. Team Incentives - Your hard work won't go unnoticed. Holiday Hero Menu - Enjoy delicious meals with discounted food options on-park. Life Insurance - For peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay - After two years with us, we've got you covered. Holiday Buy Scheme - Flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Scheme - Wellbeing support when you need it. Perk Box - Exclusive discounts and benefits. Career Development - We believe in nurturing talent and promoting from within. Our Promise to You Holiday Heroes come with all sorts of different super-powers, and we welcome them all! We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. From our investors, to our teams we love that everyone comes from different backgrounds, allowing us to grow and inspire each other. We'll never accept any form of discrimination and we'll forever strive not just for our product to be unique but our people too. Afterall, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? In short, we want to bring your whole self to work! Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts check us out at .
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Salary: £34,000 per annum Hours: Permanenet contract - 40 hours per week What we need, in a nutshell This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Venue Manager to work at our beautiful woodland retreat, Sandy Balls Holiday Village. Who are we? Sandy Balls Holiday Village is a world away from your day to day, with more trees than you can well, shake a stick at. We have resident alpacas, a bush-craft school and forest laser tag, along with the usual holiday heroes of cycling and swimming. But New Forest holidays are also about tranquillity, which is why our Retreat spa and cosy, cottage-style lodges and caravans are here to help our guests unwind. What you'll be doing Leading by example, you'll be motivating a team of F&B assistants to provide excellent service to customers in our busy bar and restaurant. This includes: Being at the heart of the action, serving customers, clearing tables, solving problems and leading your team Managing rotas so that we always have the right level of cover Identifying and sharing best practice with team, including upselling effectively Helping to control margins by working alongside the FOH and kitchen teams to control food stock, minimise wastage and manage cleaning and other costs sensibly Dealing with customer complaints and managing performance within your team Helping to build a motivated team of F&B assistants who take pride in delivering delight, even when we're exceptionally busy One more thing holidays happen at holiday times, so you'll need to work your magic on bank holidays and weekends too. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We are looking for a venue Manager that can create an environment where a team thrive and our guests can sit back and take away memories that will last a lifetime: Manage, lead, train and motivate a team to deliver delight Oversee the smooth running of the bar and restaurant, the preparation for service, as well as overseeing service and supervising the after-service duties. Maximise sales whilst driving profitable growth with care and flair Carryout regular stock takes and order, as necessary. Handle deliveries and ensure health and safety regulations are always enforced Oversee and contribute to any project work as part of the upcoming development It's about your values too. We have a can do, fun loving, people centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it onour website and decide if it describes you. One more thing holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. What we can offer you Pension scheme - Plan for your future. Up to 50% Discounts on Away Resorts holidays - because you deserve amazing getaways too. 20% On-park discounts - Enjoy the best of what we offer. Team Incentives - Your hard work won't go unnoticed. Holiday Hero Menu - Enjoy delicious meals with discounted food options on-park. Life Insurance - For peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay - After two years with us, we've got you covered. Holiday Buy Scheme - Flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Scheme - Wellbeing support when you need it. Perk Box - Exclusive discounts and benefits. Career Development - We believe in nurturing talent and promoting from within. Our Promise to You Holiday Heroes come with all sorts of different super-powers, and we welcome them all! We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. From our investors, to our teams we love that everyone comes from different backgrounds, allowing us to grow and inspire each other. We'll never accept any form of discrimination and we'll forever strive not just for our product to be unique but our people too. Afterall, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? In short, we want to bring your whole self to work! Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts check us out at .
Location Bude Holiday Resort, Cornwall. Job Type Permanent Contract - 40 Hours per week Salary £30,000 per annum What we need, in a nutshell This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to work at our beautiful Coastal Bar and Eatery at Bude Holiday Resort. We want someone who has the passion and drive to further develop our venue on site and kitchen. This is an exciting opportunity for you to use your knowledge, experience and ideas to manage all aspects of the revenue generation and cost control on one of our Flagship parks. Who are we? We are a dynamic and growing company, shaking up the Great British holiday. With 27 amazing UK resorts, we pull out all the stops and add the bells and whistles to give our guests the holiday of a lifetime. Bude Holiday resort is the perfect coastal escape, a family friendly holiday awaits on the stunning Cornish coast. With a fully refurbished Coastal bar and eatery, a heated outdoor swimming pool, splash zone and adventure playground for the kids and great walks along the coastline, there is heaps to keep everyone entertained. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We are looking for a high calibre Food & Beverage Manager that can create an environment where a team thrive and our guests can sit back and take away memories that will last a lifetime; whilst still having an analytical mind that can process KPI's and drive the right behaviour through standards and leading the way. You will need to develop an in-depth understanding of the commercial aspects of all our operational businesses on the park, so you will need to: Have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role Manage, lead, train and motivate a team to deliver delight Oversee the smooth running of the bar and restaurant, the preparation for service, as well as overseeing service and supervising the after-service duties Maximise sales whilst driving profitable growth with care and flair Carry out regular stock takes and order, as necessary Handle deliveries and ensure health and safety regulations are always enforced Oversee and contribute to any project work as part of the upcoming development The preparation and management of budgets for resources on the park, to deliver annual profit targets in food and beverage and arcade Identifying and maximising business opportunities Monitoring and maintaining cost controls to create efficiencies across the business Managing the development, coaching and performance of the Food & Beverage and Retail teams, promoting the Holiday Heroes culture that makes our holiday park a great place to work Helping to deliver the highest level of guest experience to all our guests Developing close working relationships with the other managers on the park as well as other areas of the business, gaining an understanding of what drives their side of the business and how you can help them with commercial information Being a professional interface with the owners and stakeholders of the business and with external suppliers and other important contacts In addition to the core responsibilities for the role, there will also be some evening Duty Management duties for the Resort. It's about your values too. We have a can do, fun loving, people centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it on our website and decide if it describes you. One more thing holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. What we can offer you Bonus Scheme Life Insurance Discounts on Away Resorts Holidays On Park Discounts Awards and recognition Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts check us out at Our Promise to You Holiday Heroes come with all sorts of different super powers, and we welcome them all! We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. From our investors, to our teams we love that everyone comes from different backgrounds, allowing us to grow and inspire each other. We'll never accept any form of discrimination and we'll forever strive not just for our product to be unique but our people too. After all, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? In short, we want to bring your whole self to work!
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Location Bude Holiday Resort, Cornwall. Job Type Permanent Contract - 40 Hours per week Salary £30,000 per annum What we need, in a nutshell This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to work at our beautiful Coastal Bar and Eatery at Bude Holiday Resort. We want someone who has the passion and drive to further develop our venue on site and kitchen. This is an exciting opportunity for you to use your knowledge, experience and ideas to manage all aspects of the revenue generation and cost control on one of our Flagship parks. Who are we? We are a dynamic and growing company, shaking up the Great British holiday. With 27 amazing UK resorts, we pull out all the stops and add the bells and whistles to give our guests the holiday of a lifetime. Bude Holiday resort is the perfect coastal escape, a family friendly holiday awaits on the stunning Cornish coast. With a fully refurbished Coastal bar and eatery, a heated outdoor swimming pool, splash zone and adventure playground for the kids and great walks along the coastline, there is heaps to keep everyone entertained. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We are looking for a high calibre Food & Beverage Manager that can create an environment where a team thrive and our guests can sit back and take away memories that will last a lifetime; whilst still having an analytical mind that can process KPI's and drive the right behaviour through standards and leading the way. You will need to develop an in-depth understanding of the commercial aspects of all our operational businesses on the park, so you will need to: Have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role Manage, lead, train and motivate a team to deliver delight Oversee the smooth running of the bar and restaurant, the preparation for service, as well as overseeing service and supervising the after-service duties Maximise sales whilst driving profitable growth with care and flair Carry out regular stock takes and order, as necessary Handle deliveries and ensure health and safety regulations are always enforced Oversee and contribute to any project work as part of the upcoming development The preparation and management of budgets for resources on the park, to deliver annual profit targets in food and beverage and arcade Identifying and maximising business opportunities Monitoring and maintaining cost controls to create efficiencies across the business Managing the development, coaching and performance of the Food & Beverage and Retail teams, promoting the Holiday Heroes culture that makes our holiday park a great place to work Helping to deliver the highest level of guest experience to all our guests Developing close working relationships with the other managers on the park as well as other areas of the business, gaining an understanding of what drives their side of the business and how you can help them with commercial information Being a professional interface with the owners and stakeholders of the business and with external suppliers and other important contacts In addition to the core responsibilities for the role, there will also be some evening Duty Management duties for the Resort. It's about your values too. We have a can do, fun loving, people centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it on our website and decide if it describes you. One more thing holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. What we can offer you Bonus Scheme Life Insurance Discounts on Away Resorts Holidays On Park Discounts Awards and recognition Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts check us out at Our Promise to You Holiday Heroes come with all sorts of different super powers, and we welcome them all! We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. From our investors, to our teams we love that everyone comes from different backgrounds, allowing us to grow and inspire each other. We'll never accept any form of discrimination and we'll forever strive not just for our product to be unique but our people too. After all, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? In short, we want to bring your whole self to work!
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 8765
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 8765
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebre life, Barchester is the place to be
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentExperience in helping lead and inspire a teamA good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeGood understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budgetComplete regular auditsManage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and developmentA range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebre life, Barchester is the place to be
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 3231
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 3231
As Head Chef at All Bar One Byward Street you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You'll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas of the kitchen, you'll keep our guests coming back for more Join us at All Bar One, our stylish city centre bars. Think morning coffees to Saturday night espresso martinis, sharing tapas with friends to getting down on the dancefloor. If you fancy mixing things up, we want to hear from you. This is a suitable opportunity for somebodylooking for their first Head Chef appointment. WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME? Bonus scheme - we're all about rewarding the hard work you put in Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Discounted gym memberships Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline - to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS HEAD CHEF YOU'LL Trainand inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of. Bedriven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction. Kitchen management: food ordering, food preparation and stock control. Work with a branded menu. Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations. At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences.Join us and be a part of a great team.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
As Head Chef at All Bar One Byward Street you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You'll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas of the kitchen, you'll keep our guests coming back for more Join us at All Bar One, our stylish city centre bars. Think morning coffees to Saturday night espresso martinis, sharing tapas with friends to getting down on the dancefloor. If you fancy mixing things up, we want to hear from you. This is a suitable opportunity for somebodylooking for their first Head Chef appointment. WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME? Bonus scheme - we're all about rewarding the hard work you put in Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Discounted gym memberships Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline - to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS HEAD CHEF YOU'LL Trainand inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of. Bedriven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction. Kitchen management: food ordering, food preparation and stock control. Work with a branded menu. Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations. At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences.Join us and be a part of a great team.
Salary: £15.65 per hour (OTE £18.06 per hour including tronc). A Junior Sous role at THE PIG is like no other. We use local suppliers within a 25-mile radius, our own homegrown kitchen garden produce and a lot of love to create our menus, which change all the time. Our Senior Chefs are passionate and above all driven to provide our guests with an unforgettable dining experience, creativity is what we do best. Our chefs are chatty people, having constant conversations with the gardeners, local farmers, butchers, and fishmongers about what is available and what is in season. Our kitchens are fast paced and energetic, which is what we look for in an individual. Come with enthusiasm, your knives and a bucketful of passion and we can help you develop the rest. You will assist the Sous Chef and the Head Chef in the running of the kitchen, managing one of the 4 sections, providing new ideas for the menu, and managing health and safety, ordering and rotas. We're seeking Junior Sous with confidence and ability to support a dynamic team. Our Junior Sous can experience what we offer at more than one of our properties, as well as having the opportunity to step up into a Senior Sous role. Knowledge of all areas of the kitchen is essential. We want you to be as passionate about modern British food and sustainability as we are. Previous experience in a similar role is necessary. Can you remember who inspired you to be a chef, can you do this for someone else and share your knowledge with the junior chefs? We run an award-winning apprenticeship programme, as a Junior Sous you will take an active role in leading, teaching and inspiring the apprentices. We are dedicated to making THE PIGs an inspiring, exciting, and fun place to work and in return for your commitment to us you can expect something a little different: Staff stays - free B&B. 35% discount on food, beverages & treatments. Annual holiday increase (up to 33 days) Take home goods - cost price. Free access for you and your family to an on-demand GP, Physiotherapy, and counselling services through A range of learning & development courses. Anniversary vouchers - dinner with wine for 2. To view our full range of perks, visit our 'What we can do for you' section on our career's webpage: Home Grown Hotels is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against candidates based on any of the protected characteristics set out in the Equalities Act 2010. Location: THE PIG - near Bath, Pensford, BS39 4N. Hours: 40 hours per week, plus paid overtime.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Salary: £15.65 per hour (OTE £18.06 per hour including tronc). A Junior Sous role at THE PIG is like no other. We use local suppliers within a 25-mile radius, our own homegrown kitchen garden produce and a lot of love to create our menus, which change all the time. Our Senior Chefs are passionate and above all driven to provide our guests with an unforgettable dining experience, creativity is what we do best. Our chefs are chatty people, having constant conversations with the gardeners, local farmers, butchers, and fishmongers about what is available and what is in season. Our kitchens are fast paced and energetic, which is what we look for in an individual. Come with enthusiasm, your knives and a bucketful of passion and we can help you develop the rest. You will assist the Sous Chef and the Head Chef in the running of the kitchen, managing one of the 4 sections, providing new ideas for the menu, and managing health and safety, ordering and rotas. We're seeking Junior Sous with confidence and ability to support a dynamic team. Our Junior Sous can experience what we offer at more than one of our properties, as well as having the opportunity to step up into a Senior Sous role. Knowledge of all areas of the kitchen is essential. We want you to be as passionate about modern British food and sustainability as we are. Previous experience in a similar role is necessary. Can you remember who inspired you to be a chef, can you do this for someone else and share your knowledge with the junior chefs? We run an award-winning apprenticeship programme, as a Junior Sous you will take an active role in leading, teaching and inspiring the apprentices. We are dedicated to making THE PIGs an inspiring, exciting, and fun place to work and in return for your commitment to us you can expect something a little different: Staff stays - free B&B. 35% discount on food, beverages & treatments. Annual holiday increase (up to 33 days) Take home goods - cost price. Free access for you and your family to an on-demand GP, Physiotherapy, and counselling services through A range of learning & development courses. Anniversary vouchers - dinner with wine for 2. To view our full range of perks, visit our 'What we can do for you' section on our career's webpage: Home Grown Hotels is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against candidates based on any of the protected characteristics set out in the Equalities Act 2010. Location: THE PIG - near Bath, Pensford, BS39 4N. Hours: 40 hours per week, plus paid overtime.
Join the Caffeine & Machine Team as a SOUS CHEF! Are you a natural leader with a passion for creating exceptional food and coaching others to do the same? Caffeine & Machine is looking for a Sous Chef to take ownership of the kitchen, inspire the team, and deliver outstanding dishes that keep our customers coming back for more. If you're ready to step up, lead by example, and take pride in every plate, we want you on our team! Why Caffeine & Machine? At Caffeine & Machine, food is an experience, and our kitchen is at the heart of it all. As a Sous Chef, you'll be responsible for ensuring every dish is prepared to perfection, mentoring your team, and stepping up to run the kitchen when the Kitchen Manager is away. You'll have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, optimise kitchen performance, and make a real impact on our culinary success. What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Up to £14.85 per hour plus tips Amazing Perks - Employee discounts, heavily discounted food, free entry to events, career development and more Your Role As a Sous Chef, you'll be responsible for leading the kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food production, and maintaining impeccable safety and hygiene standards. You'll coach and develop team members, manage kitchen efficiency, and work closely with the venue team to drive food sales. Whether you're planning for events, optimising stock, or stepping in to keep service running smoothly, your leadership will set the tone for success. Core Responsibilities: Inspiring PEOPLE Happiness - Coach and develop your team, ensuring Newbies feel confident, productive, and engaged. Consistent CUSTOMER Satisfaction - Uphold brand and safety standards, delivering top-tier food quality and exceeding Mystery Dining expectations. Generating SALES Growth - Plan and prepare for busy periods, engage the team in food knowledge, and optimise kitchen outputs to drive repeat business. Optimising PROFIT Results - Control stock, minimise waste, and manage kitchen labour efficiently to meet financial targets. Lead Chef Strengths: ️ Feedback-Giver - You provide fair, accurate, and constructive feedback to help your team grow. Problem Preventer - You anticipate issues before they arise and take proactive steps to resolve them. Customer-Obsessed - You're passionate about delivering experiences that wow customers. Detail-Oriented - You focus on the small details to ensure food excellence. Composed Under Pressure - You stay calm and collected, no matter how busy the shift gets. Ready to lead, inspire, and create amazing food? Apply now and be part of something special!
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Join the Caffeine & Machine Team as a SOUS CHEF! Are you a natural leader with a passion for creating exceptional food and coaching others to do the same? Caffeine & Machine is looking for a Sous Chef to take ownership of the kitchen, inspire the team, and deliver outstanding dishes that keep our customers coming back for more. If you're ready to step up, lead by example, and take pride in every plate, we want you on our team! Why Caffeine & Machine? At Caffeine & Machine, food is an experience, and our kitchen is at the heart of it all. As a Sous Chef, you'll be responsible for ensuring every dish is prepared to perfection, mentoring your team, and stepping up to run the kitchen when the Kitchen Manager is away. You'll have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, optimise kitchen performance, and make a real impact on our culinary success. What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Up to £14.85 per hour plus tips Amazing Perks - Employee discounts, heavily discounted food, free entry to events, career development and more Your Role As a Sous Chef, you'll be responsible for leading the kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food production, and maintaining impeccable safety and hygiene standards. You'll coach and develop team members, manage kitchen efficiency, and work closely with the venue team to drive food sales. Whether you're planning for events, optimising stock, or stepping in to keep service running smoothly, your leadership will set the tone for success. Core Responsibilities: Inspiring PEOPLE Happiness - Coach and develop your team, ensuring Newbies feel confident, productive, and engaged. Consistent CUSTOMER Satisfaction - Uphold brand and safety standards, delivering top-tier food quality and exceeding Mystery Dining expectations. Generating SALES Growth - Plan and prepare for busy periods, engage the team in food knowledge, and optimise kitchen outputs to drive repeat business. Optimising PROFIT Results - Control stock, minimise waste, and manage kitchen labour efficiently to meet financial targets. Lead Chef Strengths: ️ Feedback-Giver - You provide fair, accurate, and constructive feedback to help your team grow. Problem Preventer - You anticipate issues before they arise and take proactive steps to resolve them. Customer-Obsessed - You're passionate about delivering experiences that wow customers. Detail-Oriented - You focus on the small details to ensure food excellence. Composed Under Pressure - You stay calm and collected, no matter how busy the shift gets. Ready to lead, inspire, and create amazing food? Apply now and be part of something special!
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
A leading restaurant group seeks a Part Time Kitchen Team Leader in Banbury. You will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food and leading your team. Responsibilities include training staff, managing food preparation, and ensuring compliance with health standards. The role offers flexible shifts, professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits including holiday pay, discounts, and shares. If you're passionate about food and team leadership, we want to hear from you.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
A leading restaurant group seeks a Part Time Kitchen Team Leader in Banbury. You will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food and leading your team. Responsibilities include training staff, managing food preparation, and ensuring compliance with health standards. The role offers flexible shifts, professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits including holiday pay, discounts, and shares. If you're passionate about food and team leadership, we want to hear from you.
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 8765
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 8765
Family First Nursery Group
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
The Beaconsfield Day Nursery & Preschool - Deputy Nursery Manager Salary - £35,000 per annum 40 hours per week Join the Team at The Beaconsfield Day Nursery! We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our wonderful team. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), with working hours between 8:00am and 6:00pm. Our nursery offers bright, spacious rooms with direct access to a large, fully equipped garden - including a popular mud kitchen - plus a dedicated outdoor area for our baby room. With enriching activities and regular community outings, we create exciting opportunities for children to learn, explore, and thrive. If you're ready to inspire and lead in a warm, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750. Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Annual Leave: 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Celebrate your birthday with a day off on us! Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available. Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service and is based on a 40 hour week, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognised for your qualification and contribution. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency. Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice. Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in a management position - Desirable Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Beaconsfield Day Nursery & Preschool is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
The Beaconsfield Day Nursery & Preschool - Deputy Nursery Manager Salary - £35,000 per annum 40 hours per week Join the Team at The Beaconsfield Day Nursery! We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our wonderful team. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), with working hours between 8:00am and 6:00pm. Our nursery offers bright, spacious rooms with direct access to a large, fully equipped garden - including a popular mud kitchen - plus a dedicated outdoor area for our baby room. With enriching activities and regular community outings, we create exciting opportunities for children to learn, explore, and thrive. If you're ready to inspire and lead in a warm, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750. Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Annual Leave: 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Celebrate your birthday with a day off on us! Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available. Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service and is based on a 40 hour week, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognised for your qualification and contribution. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency. Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice. Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in a management position - Desirable Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Beaconsfield Day Nursery & Preschool is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Days only, 34 hours a week. Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 3231
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Days only, 34 hours a week. Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply 3231
We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Inspire on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Sous Chef, you will be working alongside a truly passionate team to create an outstanding culinary experience. If you are an innovative and creative Sous Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you! In return we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities: Great operational training and development Life assurance scheme Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Access to some great high street discount vouchers Could you bring your spark to Inspire? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Identifying opportunities to improve our food service Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported Supporting the team in delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Supporting the team with ordering food, stock control and controlling food waste Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Supporting the team to manage budgets and successfully meet financial targets Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene standards Complying with Health and Safety regulations Our ideal Sous Chef will: Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers Have a desire to succeed in your role Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Passionate about great-tasting food Job Reference: com BU and Gather CH&CO, a part of 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!
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Inspire on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Sous Chef, you will be working alongside a truly passionate team to create an outstanding culinary experience. If you are an innovative and creative Sous Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you! In return we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities: Great operational training and development Life assurance scheme Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Access to some great high street discount vouchers Could you bring your spark to Inspire? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Identifying opportunities to improve our food service Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported Supporting the team in delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Supporting the team with ordering food, stock control and controlling food waste Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Supporting the team to manage budgets and successfully meet financial targets Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene standards Complying with Health and Safety regulations Our ideal Sous Chef will: Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers Have a desire to succeed in your role Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Passionate about great-tasting food Job Reference: com BU and Gather CH&CO, a part of 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!
Located within a much-loved, family-run restaurant in the heart of Surbiton, this is a brilliant opportunity for a talented Head Pastry Chef to lead a small, passionate pastry team in a highly respected 2 Rosette kitchen. This restaurant has built a fantastic reputation for its refined yet approachable cuisine. The owners genuinely value their team and have created a positive environment where creativity and quality are at the forefront. As Head Pastry Chef, you will take full ownership of the pastry section, leading a team of two and creating elegant, beautifully balanced desserts that perfectly complement the restaurant's modern French-inspired menus. You'll be wondering what's in it for you as Head Pastry Chef £46,000 per annum including service charge Leading a small pastry team of two 7 shifts per week over 5 days (2 doubles, 2 earlies and 1 late) Sunday and Monday off A fantastic work-life balance - Closed on Christmas and New Year 28 days of holiday Pension Scheme Responsibilities as Head Pastry Chef Leading and inspiring the pastry section while maintaining exceptional standards Designing and producing elegant desserts, pastries, and petit fours Ensuring every dish leaving the kitchen is beautifully presented and consistent Managing the pastry team and maintaining a well organised section Working closely with the Head Chef to develop seasonal menus and new ideas This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and driven pastry professional to take ownership of their section within a highly respected restaurant that truly values its team. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE. We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there!
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Located within a much-loved, family-run restaurant in the heart of Surbiton, this is a brilliant opportunity for a talented Head Pastry Chef to lead a small, passionate pastry team in a highly respected 2 Rosette kitchen. This restaurant has built a fantastic reputation for its refined yet approachable cuisine. The owners genuinely value their team and have created a positive environment where creativity and quality are at the forefront. As Head Pastry Chef, you will take full ownership of the pastry section, leading a team of two and creating elegant, beautifully balanced desserts that perfectly complement the restaurant's modern French-inspired menus. You'll be wondering what's in it for you as Head Pastry Chef £46,000 per annum including service charge Leading a small pastry team of two 7 shifts per week over 5 days (2 doubles, 2 earlies and 1 late) Sunday and Monday off A fantastic work-life balance - Closed on Christmas and New Year 28 days of holiday Pension Scheme Responsibilities as Head Pastry Chef Leading and inspiring the pastry section while maintaining exceptional standards Designing and producing elegant desserts, pastries, and petit fours Ensuring every dish leaving the kitchen is beautifully presented and consistent Managing the pastry team and maintaining a well organised section Working closely with the Head Chef to develop seasonal menus and new ideas This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and driven pastry professional to take ownership of their section within a highly respected restaurant that truly values its team. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE. We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there!
Job Description We're proud to be working with one of our longstanding clients, a truly exceptional 5-star property located just outside Reading which is seeking a talented and creative Head Chef to lead their renowned restaurant. This property is truly unique. Set in beautiful countryside with its own organic farm and gardens providing an abundance of hyper seasonal produce. Working here means cooking with ingredients grown just steps away from the kitchen and creating dishes that reflect the very best of each season. You will bring experience from a high level award winning kitchen within a multi rosette restaurant and/or a luxury 5-star hotel. Due to the hotel's location you will also need your own reliable mode of transportation. You'll be wondering what's in it for you as the Head Chef £54,000 per annum plus very generous service charge Work with the highest quality organic and biodynamic produce Holiday allowance rising with service Healthcare cover Life assurance scheme Discounts on F&B and products Company sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Free meals on duty Online discounts Employee assistant programme Monthly employee recognition scheme Responsibilities as the Head Chef Leading the hotel kitchen team of 17, overseeing breakfast, lunch, dinner, in room dining and events Designing and delivering seasonal menus inspired by the estate's produce and natural rhythms Mentoring and developing your team, fostering a culture of collaboration and respect for ingredients Upholding exceptional standards across every service, ensuring consistency and creativity Working closely with the wider estate to bring a unique farm to table ethos to life This is a rare opportunity to lead a kitchen where the land, the seasons and your creativity come together to create unforgettable dining experiences. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE. We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there! Key Skills Culinary Experience Food Handling Restaurant Experience Kitchen Management Experience Food Preparation Experience Kitchen Experience Food Industry Cooking Cost Control Baking Sanitation Leadership Experience Employment Details Employment Type: Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Job Description We're proud to be working with one of our longstanding clients, a truly exceptional 5-star property located just outside Reading which is seeking a talented and creative Head Chef to lead their renowned restaurant. This property is truly unique. Set in beautiful countryside with its own organic farm and gardens providing an abundance of hyper seasonal produce. Working here means cooking with ingredients grown just steps away from the kitchen and creating dishes that reflect the very best of each season. You will bring experience from a high level award winning kitchen within a multi rosette restaurant and/or a luxury 5-star hotel. Due to the hotel's location you will also need your own reliable mode of transportation. You'll be wondering what's in it for you as the Head Chef £54,000 per annum plus very generous service charge Work with the highest quality organic and biodynamic produce Holiday allowance rising with service Healthcare cover Life assurance scheme Discounts on F&B and products Company sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Free meals on duty Online discounts Employee assistant programme Monthly employee recognition scheme Responsibilities as the Head Chef Leading the hotel kitchen team of 17, overseeing breakfast, lunch, dinner, in room dining and events Designing and delivering seasonal menus inspired by the estate's produce and natural rhythms Mentoring and developing your team, fostering a culture of collaboration and respect for ingredients Upholding exceptional standards across every service, ensuring consistency and creativity Working closely with the wider estate to bring a unique farm to table ethos to life This is a rare opportunity to lead a kitchen where the land, the seasons and your creativity come together to create unforgettable dining experiences. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE. We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there! Key Skills Culinary Experience Food Handling Restaurant Experience Kitchen Management Experience Food Preparation Experience Kitchen Experience Food Industry Cooking Cost Control Baking Sanitation Leadership Experience Employment Details Employment Type: Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1
