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Role: Catering Assistant Location: West Kirby (CH48) Start Date: ASAP If you've worked in an educational setting-be it a school, college, or nursery-and you're looking for a rewarding local role that fits your lifestyle, this is it! Join our team in the heart of West Kirby and help us keep our pupils fueled and happy. Key Duties: Help the chef prepare fresh, healthy ingredients for school lunches. Set up the service counters with hot food, salads, and desserts. Serve tasty meals to students and staff with a friendly smile. Keep the kitchen sparkling by washing dishes and clearing away equipment. Ensure the dining area is wiped down and ready for the next group. Assist with basic food prep like making sandwiches or prepping fruit. Follow food safety rules to keep our kitchen safe and hygienic. Work as part of a fast-paced, happy team to get meals out on time. Requirements: You must have previous experience working in a school, nursery, or similar educational kitchen setting. Excellent communication skills and reliability. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is highly preferred for an ASAP start. You must have the Right to Work in the UK. We Offer: Competitive pay rates that truly reflect your expertise. Choose between day to day supply or long term. Free access unlimited CPD modules and career development pathways. Placements across your preferred postcodes to keep your travel time short. A personal consultant to help you find the perfect school match. Earn £300 in vouchers for referring a friend to our network. We are interviewing now for an immediate start in West Kirby! Click Apply or send your CV directly to Jyothika Yamini at Or Call for a friendly chat!

School Catering Assistant - Term Time Location: Wirral Contract: Term Time Only Hours: 20 hours per week (10am-2pm) Salary: Competitive, based on experience Start Date: As soon as possible Tradewind are seeking a friendly and reliable General Catering Assistant to join a school's catering team on a term-time maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to delivering a positive lunchtime experience for students and staff. Main Purpose of the Role: To assist with the smooth and efficient running of the school's catering operations, including food preparation, serving, cleaning , and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Key Requirements: Experience in a catering or kitchen assistant role (school or similar environment preferred) Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain Ability to assist in the preparation and service of school lunches A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Key Responsibilities: Assist with food prep, including sandwiches, desserts, and homestyle meals Set up the dinner hall for lunchtime service Serve food in a polite, friendly, and efficient manner Clean kitchen areas, service counters, equipment, and utensils Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in line with food safety standards Ensure a friendly and supportive interaction with students and staff during service Report any illnesses or hygiene concerns in line with regulations What We're Looking For: A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine interest in catering and customer service Good communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team High standards of personal hygiene and presentation Ability to follow instructions and take initiative where needed Experience in a catering environment Apply Now: To express interest or request further information, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a brief cover letter to as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Free meals on duty Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Working 5 out of 7 days, weekends and evenings Role Overview As Kitchen Manager, you would lead a small team consisting of 1 Sous Chef (Assistant Kitchen Manager) and 5 Catering Assistants. Together, your team would provide freshly prepared meals for approximately 60 boarding students, including breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks. We pride ourselves on fresh, from-scratch cooking. You will be responsible for the overall management of the boarding house menu, food production planning, food purchasing, and stock controls. You will contribute to menu development, ensure the cleanliness and general housekeeping of the kitchen, and implement new policies and procedures as required. Shift Pattern Overview: 5 days over 7, with shifts alternating between 7:00 AM-3:00 PM and 11:30 AM-7:30 PM. Two days each week will require you to provide all meal services (breakfast, lunch, and supper) when the Sous Chef is off. so, a split shift - 7-2/5:30-7:30 or full day 7am-7:30pm would be required. over time will be paid in money or in lieu Typical days off will be Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday, with every third weekend off. Outside of Term Time: The School is contracted to private lettings and international student programs (e.g., Easter and summer schools), you'll join a larger catering team. No split shifts are required during these periods. However, we can accommodate a term time only contract for you should you prefer Key Responsibilities Manage house menu, food production planning, and purchasing within budgetary constraints. Oversee cleanliness and general housekeeping of all kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Implement new policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency. Provide up-to-date reports on progress to senior management. Communicate effectively with the senior management team and support their leadership. Manage stock effectively to minimise waste and maintain budgetary targets. Take leadership of the kitchen team, focusing on development and progression. Conduct performance reviews and set objectives for team members. Ensure operational excellence through effective communication and performance management. Train, and develop kitchen staff, ensuring a succession plan is in place. Liaise with the House Master and Matron, attending food committee meetings and acting upon feedback. Maintain health and safety standards, including adherence to food safety regulations and checks. Ensure compliance with company policies regarding uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE). Person Specification Excellent culinary skills with experience in a similar role. Strong communication and leadership skills, able to engage and motivate others. Business management experience within a kitchen environment. Passionate about food and delivering excellence. NVQ Level 2 in professional cookery or equivalent (desirable). Intermediate food hygiene/Level 2 certification (desirable). About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com SU House 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!

Summary This role is all about using your practical skills and attention to detail to look after a place that people love. We're looking for a Facilities Assistant at Lanhydrock, to help keep the whole place in good condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit. Hours: 526 hours per year. Hours will consist of 12 hours per week, predominantly Tuesdays and Saturdays, although flexibility may be required. Prior notice of this will be given. This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. Contract: Permanent Salary: £6,706.50 pro rata (FTE £24,862.50 per annum) Interview: Tuesday 12th May 2026. What it's like to work here The Lanhydrock estate comprises a grade 1 listed mansion set in a 25 acre garden and surrounded by 910 acres of countryside. The property is presented today at its late Victorian zenith when it was the home of Thomas, 2nd Lord Robartes, his wife Mary and their large family who were looked after by a staff of 80. The property offers a fascinating insight into the workings of a country estate, both above and below stairs. The property welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year to its wider estate and 40,000 users to the trails. For more information about our property please visit lanhydrock What you'll be doing You'll help with the day-to-day presentation of the National Trust's buildings and outdoor spaces. You'll be turning your hand to all sorts of cleaning and minor bits of maintenance, making sure that all our facilities are kept in good working order. You'll also be asked to help with some manual work such as unloading deliveries and stock replenishment. Duties such as cleaning the visitor and staff toilets and staff kitchens, sweeping and litter-picking, both inside and outdoors, form a core part of this role. You'll be aiming for the highest standards of customer service everywhere you look after, and this includes speaking to people as they visit and helping them with any queries. You might also get involved with general maintenance work and helping other teams if they need extra support. You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what's possible in this role. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: focused on giving great service to everyone you meet a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative well-organised and adaptable willing to learn new skills comfortable working in flexible and adaptable way. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

We're recruiting an experienced Assistant Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As an Assistant Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Relief coverage Could you shine as Defence's next Assistant Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Liaising between the team and manager to ensure we continually exceed expectations Motivating the team to keep everyone on task Assisting the manager with managing inventories, monitoring budgets and implementing action plans Managing the tills and processing payments Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Assisting with paperwork when required Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Our ideal Assistant Catering Manager will: Be passionate about exceptional customer service Have previous experience in a similar role Have experience managing teams Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com BU Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Supported Housing Catering Assistant - £27,051.44 - £28,900 per annum pro rata to £19,191.59 - £20,503.38 (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 26.25 hours per week (Flexible Working Pattern Alternate Weekends and Occasional Bank Holidays) Service Rowan House, Littlemore, Oxford What You ll Be Doing: Response is looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and approachable person to join the Rowan House team. Rowan House is home to 25 residents with acute mental health needs. Our roles offer employees variety where every day is different whilst also giving a great sense of pride seeing the positive impact you can have on others. Our clients are with Response to gain skills in living independently, while also focussing on improving their mental health. To be part of a service that supports individuals with severe and enduring mental health needs to live their lives in a positive way and assist them to improve their physical and mental well-being. To provide stable meals for residents and working with the support team to engage with residents around their physical health and wellbeing of diet and nutrition. Response aim is to enhance Co-production working between staff and residents so we work together to develop Responses activities and services. This will ensure that resident s voices will be heard around their recovery focused support. Residents will be more involved and consulted with around decisions that affect their life goals. We want you to support us to support our clients in looking after their physical health and wellbeing through diet and nutrition. Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be found in the Job Description Provide staple meals for residents. Work with the support team to engage with residents around their physical health and wellbeing of diet and nutrition. Oversee the daily running of the in-house catering provided by Apetito including heating and serving of Apetito meals on a daily basis. Oversee the daily preparation of lunch and supper meals including meals not provided by Apetito on a daily basis. Ensure the residents have a person-centred approach with regards to their meal choices and that their dietary needs are taken into consideration when planning menus. Assist management with the menu planning and ordering process for food deliveries. Keep a clean and tidy work environment to comply with food and hygiene safety regulations. Support residents who wish to volunteer kitchen duties in accordance with their care plans, risk assessments and food safety guidance. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority is to find people who can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. We provide excellent training on everything else, but we do ask that you can: GCSE s in English and Maths (or equivalent). Experience of working within a team. Basic Food Hygiene knowledge. IT literate with experience using MS Office packages. Previous experience working within a service providing meals to residents or in the community. Good communication skills, written, verbal and listening. Ability to engage with and build appropriate working relationships. Ability to act calmly in a professional manner whilst dealing with unpredictable and challenging behaviour. Demonstrate respect for difference and diversity. If you feel you would be an ideal candidate but don t have all the essential criteria, we would still like to hear from you. What We Offer: 37 days annual leave pro rata (Inclusive of Bank Holidays). Blue Light card and other discounted shopping Employee Assistant Plan - with access to free counselling Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family friendly leave Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave £500 refer a friend bonus scheme Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS Free flu jabs Free DBS application You will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible support to our clients If this Supported Housing Catering Assistant position sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you! Please apply today as this vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 04/06/2026 All our roles require a DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK Unfortunately, Response are not able to offer sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for the role and require sponsorship, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer.

Woodlands Care Centre are seeking an Assistant Chef to join their friendly kitchen team based in Cambridge. Duties include To support the Head Chef in the kitchen area and identify workloads and organise accordingly. To ensure the standards, cleanliness and maintenance of the kitchen area and associated equipment. To be responsible for the adherence to the standard operating procedure of equipment and proper use and to meet Health and Safety Regulations and other regulations recommended by the Registering Authority. To be responsible for the cost control procedures and cost effectiveness. To prepare and review menus in conjunction with the General Manager. To understand the importance of providing the appropriate diets and special dietary needs. To perform other related duties, not specifically enumerated in this job description, which may from time to time be assigned by the General Manager. Benefits: Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, retail and leisure benefits Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus Parking available on site Sound like a company you would like to work for? Then what are you waiting for, click apply today and let s get started! Terms and conditions apply

Full-time Fully office-based Waterloo, London About us We are a dynamic and growing accountancy practice based in Waterloo, London, with a passion for supporting business owners with their accounting and payroll needs as well as offering business structuring, tax and research & development advice. We are looking for a driven and ambitious graduate to join our close-knit team as an Office Assistant - a entry level role into our accounting practice with future potential to move into bookkeeping and accounting. The Role As an Office Assistant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of our office, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. This is a fully office-based role and is an ideal first step into a professional accountancy environment. You will be the key point of contact for colleagues, clients and visitors, and will play a central part in maintaining a professional, welcoming environment. Key responsibilities Providing comprehensive administrative support across the team, ensuring the business runs efficiently on a day-to-day basis. Serving as the first point of contact for clients and visitors - answering calls, greeting guests professionally, maintaining the meeting rooms and providing refreshments. Managing all incoming and outgoing correspondence, including opening, sorting, scanning and distributing to the relevant team members. Overseeing office supplies and stock levels including stationery and refreshments, and managing orders and deliveries where required. Maintaining a professional, clean and welcoming environment, including communal areas and the kitchen, and liaising with tradespeople and facilities contacts. Key skills A recent graduate in Accounting and Finance, Business, or a related subject. Highly organised and methodical, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage workload and deadlines. Good IT literacy, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Be confident in communicating with clients and colleagues in a professional and personable manner. Self-motivated and punctual with a willingness to take ownership of responsibilities. What we offer A supportive, collaborative team environment. Salary starting at 30,000, plus profit share based on business performance. 30 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays. Employment pension scheme. Future support with further studying in AAT / ACCA / CIMA etc. Working hours Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30 - 1 hour lunch. If you're interested in this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a covering letter explaining a little bit about yourself and why you're interested in this role. Any applications received without a covering letter will not be considered.

Bank Kitchen Assistant Hours: Bank Salary: £15.57 per hour Location: Northallerton, DL7 9AU ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, youll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support click apply for full job details

Bank Kitchen Assistant Hours: Bank Pay Rate: £15.02 per hour Location: Birtley, Durham, DH3 2BH ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, youll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support click apply for full job details

A leading holiday park organization is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at their Camber Sands location. Join a vibrant kitchen team to wash, prepare, and store food efficiently. Ideal candidates are passionate, positive, and possess teamwork skills. Training is provided for those without experience. Enjoy perks like discounts on holidays and food, alongside a supportive work environment focused on wellbeing.

Before submitting your application, you should read our to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information. For Australia or New Zealand candidates - Before submitting your application, you should read our to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information.Kitchen Assistant page is loaded Kitchen Assistantlocations: Dartfordtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: RJob Description: Kitchen Assistant Location: Broad Oak Manor Care Home, Arnold Lane, Sutton at Hone, Kent DA4 9HF Contract: Permanent Hours: 28 hours a week flexible including weekend work Shifts: 7.00am - 7.00pm or broken down to 7.00am - 1.00pm, 1.00pm - 7.00pm. Salary: £13.10 - £14.10 per hour depending on experience CQC rating: Good Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.8 / 10Broad Oak Manor is a beautiful Edwardian manor house set within a peaceful village, providing residential, nursing and short stay care, including palliative and convalescence care. The home is CQC registered to provide care for over and under 65 years. It's not far from the busy M25 and A2. There are lots of places where residents can seek out company or enjoy a little quiet time, with the home having a cosy feel whilst retaining charming period features. They can get their hair or nails done in the salon, settle down with a book in the quiet lounge, or join in with an activity. The home is surrounded by lovely landscaped gardens. A varied food menu is available, and meals can be enjoyed in a dining room, though residents can choose to eat in the privacy of the bedroom if desired. Snacks, lighter options and homemade cakes are available throughout the day as well as a night bite menu. The home always listens carefully to what the residents have to say, especially when it comes to planning activities. Pamper sessions, flower arranging, movie nights, and arts and crafts among the many activities that residents can choose from seven days a week, including those who are less mobile. We make health happen Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives. You'll help us make health happen by: Acting as the link between the main kitchen and our residents Assisting the chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and ensure all preparation areas are kept clean and tidy Monitoring stock rotation, complying to company policies and procedures following all mandatory COSHH and HACPP guidelines Assisting with catering for special events such as summer BBQs and Christmas parties Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role: A passion for food with previous experience working in a kitchen and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. You want to deliver an excellent service at each meal and make our residents feel at home. You'll understand the importance of maintaining high standards in and around the home, ensuring our residents enjoy a pleasant dining experience. Working with the wider kitchen and care home teams - you're comfortable communicating with others, cherishing the little moments with our residents. Benefits Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350 Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes 28 days holiday We offer a sick pay scheme to our frontline teams, as an addition to statutory sick pay, to help provide some reassurance and financial support during longer absences. Long service - For every milestone at Bupa we will reward you with ecards, extra holidays and money! Free meal on every shift Interest-free annual travel loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets We offer a range of Bupa pension plans - find out more on our career site Parental leave - We have schemes for adoption, birth parents and co parents -find out more on our career site Menopause Plan - Specifically designed to empower women to seek advice, choose their treatment and take control of their health Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UKWe're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role.We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. Please note, this role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and is not included under the UK's Points Based Immigration System for sponsorship by an employer.Time Type:Part timeJob Area:Care Home - Facilities & Home SupportLocations:Broad Oak Manor (Dartford)