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Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As an Assistant Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, accommodates 65 children and offers a range of indoor and outdoor activities designed to support creativity as well as positive intellectual and physical development as they prepare for full-time education. Conveniently located just a quick five-minute drive from the A1(M) junction 3 and within a 10-minute drive from the bustling centers of St Albans and Hatfield, our nursery provides easy access for families. We offer complimentary lunches and free parking for staff, creating a welcoming environment. With a strong focus on social development, we ensure that language and communication thrive within our setting, featuring six bright and spacious rooms tailored for each age group. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 25% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children.\n, • Support the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.\n, • Ensure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management.\n, • Support meal preparation and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.\nIdeal Candidate, • Ideally experience in leadership within early years settings., • Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills., • Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance.If you have a passion for leading teams and supporting quality education, apply today!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, accommodates 65 children and offers a range of indoor and outdoor activities designed to support creativity as well as positive intellectual and physical development as they prepare for full-time education. Conveniently located just a quick five-minute drive from the A1(M) junction 3 and within a 10-minute drive from the bustling centers of St Albans and Hatfield, our nursery provides easy access for families. We offer complimentary lunches and free parking for staff, creating a welcoming environment. With a strong focus on social development, we ensure that language and communication thrive within our setting, featuring six bright and spacious rooms tailored for each age group. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression\n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers\n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 25% childcare discount\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy\n, • Financial support through Salary Finance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs.\n, • Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance.\n, • Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections.\n, • Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).\n, • Experience in catering or kitchen operations.\n

Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. Are you an experienced contract catering Operations Support Manager who still likes to be involved with Food? Do you want to be part of a growing business with an industry-leading social impact agenda? We’re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role… Job Title: Operations Support Manager / Area Support Manager Area Covering: Hertfordshire & Surrounding Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 45 hours per week Working Weeks: 52 weeks per year (25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays) Pay Details: £40,000 per year plus car allowance of £3840 per year (paid monthly) Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% ( Discretionary ) of salary based on performance, free meals on shift, uniform, pension and other great company benefits What’s this all about? Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Operations Support Managers to join our team. Geographically, you will support the operations manager across their portfolio of sites. You will need multisite management experience, a passion for food and service and craft skills to support in the kitchen when needed Can you... Manage, inspire, and engage the teams? Understand, track, and manage the schools’ restaurant profit contribution to the business, being conscious of our food and service offering and client expectations? Meet with clients and stakeholders to build effective relationships, gain trust, and drive our shared goal of feeding more students, better food? It’s all “me, me, me” You will have managed at least 4 sites; managing and guiding the chef managers with the day-to-day running of the site as well as building excellent client relationships. A chef by trade and still be happy to be in the kitchen when needed You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. You will also be self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won’t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you’re doing What’s in it for me? We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we’ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers... Next steps… If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

The Role A strong Chef Manager / Head Chef / Executive Chef with the ability to produce high-quality fresh food within a busy education catering environment. If you are an experienced Chef Manager looking to take on a flagship site within education catering, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a

A prominent catering company is seeking a Chef Manager in St Albans to produce high-quality fresh food and manage a team of 6 chefs.

A strong Chef Manager / Head Chef / Executive Chef with the ability to produce high-quality fresh food within a busy education catering environment. Chef Manager background within education contract catering is essential. The Chef Manager will have strong leadership and management experience, with t

Sous Chef Location: Hatfield House - Coach House Kitchen, Old Palace, and Riding School Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum + paid overtime after 40 hours Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 40 hours over Monday-Sunday, minimal evenings. 5 days out of 7, from 7:45am-5pm and evenings from 5pm-10pm Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking to take the next step in your culinary career? Do you want to work in a historic and inspiring environment, supporting a Head Chef to deliver a high-quality food experience to visitors and events at Hatfield House? We're looking for a Sous Chef to join the team, assisting in managing kitchen operations and ensuring an exceptional dining experience across multiple outlets. About the Role: As Sous Chef at Hatfield House, you will support the Head Chef in leading the culinary operation across Coach House Kitchen, Old Palace, and Riding School events. This role involves helping manage kitchen teams, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, maintaining high food standards, and stepping in to lead in the Head Chef's absence. Your responsibilities will cover visitor dining, large-scale events, and high-quality food preparation. You will play a key role in operational efficiency, kitchen management, and the delivery of consistently excellent dishes for all visitors and events. The successful candidate will be proactive, hands-on, and able to motivate the kitchen team, while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and health & safety standards. What We Offer: 20 days holiday + bank holidays Free parking Free access to Hatfield House and discounted events Free team meals while working on site Laundered chef whites Paid overtime after 40 hours Compass reward scheme Supportive, values-driven team culture Opportunities for professional growth and development A chance to make a meaningful impact in a continuously growing sector Key Responsibilities: Kitchen Management: Assist in managing kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency across all outlets Food Safety & Compliance: Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and health & safety Team Leadership: Manage and motivate kitchen staff, covering rota management and leading in the Head Chef's absence Stock & Inventory: Oversee stock management, ordering, and waste control Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes for visitors and events Service Support: Assist in plating and service, ensuring high-quality presentation Event Support: Deliver excellent catering for events at the Riding School and Old Palace The Ideal Candidate: Minimum 3 years' experience in professional kitchens, with management experience Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and health & safety regulations Ability to manage rotas, stock, and kitchen operations efficiently Creative, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment Passionate about food, hospitality, and delivering a positive visitor experience About Us Restaurant Associates is a leading premium hospitality provider with an ethos drawn from our history of fine and high-quality dining in London and New York. Within our venues team, we provide catering and hospitality services to some of the most iconic visitor attractions and destinations in the UK including the Imperial War Museum London, Glyndebourne Opera House, Knebworth House, Design Museum, Whipsnade Zoo and many more. Within these amazing venues we operate a host of bespoke cafés and restaurants, as well as delivering private events ranging from small meetings to large-scale ground events of up to 1000 people. You can find a full list of our venues on our website. Job Reference: com/1903/70491001/52797804/SU #RA Venues 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! TPBN1_UKCT

Bank Sous Chef The Orchard, St Albans - £14.06 per hour 63 Bedded Nursing Care Home Bank position; Flexible shifts Are you a talented chef with a passion for creating delicious meals and making a difference in people's lives? Look no further! At Caring Homes, we're on a mission to make each home the best possible place to live and work, and that includes our kitchen. Join us in creating a culinary experience that feels like home for our residents and our team. Why Join Us? Work-Life Balance : Say goodbye to late nights and hello to a schedule that prioritises your well-being. We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance, so you can pursue your passion for cooking while still enjoying time with family and friends. Residents Always Come First: Our commitment to our residents is unwavering. They are at the heart of everything we do, and their satisfaction is our top priority. Join us in delivering personalised dining experiences that delight the senses and nourish the soul. Creative Freedom: As our Sous Chef, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary talents and creativity. From menu planning to meal preparation, you'll have the autonomy to create dishes that cater to our residents' needs and preferences. Supportive Environment: We're more than just colleagues; we're a family. Experience the warmth and camaraderie of working alongside dedicated team members who share your passion for food and hospitality. Perks: No late evenings, allowing you to enjoy a better work-life balance. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development including training and support to help you excel in your role. A supportive and inclusive work environment. Free PVG & Blue Light Card High street discounts Employee assistance program for personal and professional support. Job introduction Responsibilities Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents. Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and adherence to safety standards when needed. Support and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Create and update menus that align with residents dietary needs and preferences. Collaborating with other departments to coordinate special events and dietary accommodations for residents as needed. Coordinating and communicating with the residents and relatives to ensure the satisfaction and needs of everyone is met and exceeded through continual feedback. Ideal Candidate Level 2 or above in Food Safety. Level 2 Catering and Hospitality Qualification. Allergen and Intolerance Awareness Certificate desired but not essential. At least 5 years experience working in a commercial kitchen. If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a place where they truly matter, join us at Caring Homes and become part of our culinary family. Apply now and let's create delicious memories together! TPBN1_UKTJ

They are now seeking a motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and play a key role in the day-to-day kitchen operations and event delivery. The Role As Event Sous Chef, you will: Support the Head Chef in menu planning and development, keeping offerings fresh, seasonal, and on-trend Lead, superv

A leading catering company in Greater London is searching for an experienced Chef Manager to oversee catering operations at a prestigious location. You will lead the catering team, manage budgets, and ensure high standards of food quality and customer service. Ideal candidates will have significant

A leading catering company in Greater London seeks a skilled Catering Chef de Partie to join their vibrant kitchen team at the Royal College of Nurses. Ideal candidates have experience in high-volume catering, excel in teamwork, and are passionate about culinary innovation.

A prestigious hotel in Central London is seeking an accomplished Pastry Chef to elevate its culinary offerings.

A leading air services provider in Greater London is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations within a high-volume catering environment. The role includes overseeing daily food production, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and leading a team of chefs.

We’re partnering once again with one of London’s most imaginative and high-profile catering companies. Known for creating jaw-dropping dining experiences at everything from fashion shows to high-profile celebrations, they’re on the lookout for a Head Chef with not just sharp skills, but seriou

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Chef Manager with strong operational experience. Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house. Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.

Proven experience as a Chef Manager with strong operational experience ideally within contract catering. Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house. Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.

A leading contract catering company in the UK is seeking a Chef Manager to lead operations at St James Senior Girls School, focusing on vegetarian cuisine. Ideal candidates will have previous leadership experience in catering, strong management skills, and a passion for using fresh, seasonal ingredi

As a Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef with the day‑to‑day management of our fast‑paced, state‑of‑the‑art kitchen. Proven experience delivering a high‑quality catering service. Are you a skilled and passionate Chef ready to take the next step in your culinary c

If you are interested in this Head Chef job, apply today to speak to us further. A fantastic Head Chef job in London (Muswell Hill, near Alexandra Palace), paying a salary of up to £45,000 is available for a well‑known branded Steak Restaurant.

A leading catering company is seeking a Relief Head Chef to join their culinary relief team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in high-quality environments, with strong skills in menu development, team leadership, and event catering.

A leading catering company is seeking a Chef Manager in Spennymoor to oversee diverse catering operations.

At Jubilee Recruitment, we're supporting a range of contract catering sites across Plymouth and the wider South West — and we're looking for chefs to join the team. Chefs with experience in fresh food and/or volume catering. Chefs — looking for consistent work, great hours, and a better work-lif

A leading facility management company in Bristol is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee all aspects of its catering operation.

A leading mental health provider seeks a Chef to join their team at Priory Hospital North London.

About the role of a Chef Manager:. Take the first step and apply online - your Chef Manager career with HCL starts here.

Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience. We’re looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook. As the heartbeat of the site, you’ll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning and team leadership to client relationships, bu

Experience as a Head Chef, Chef Manager, or similar. We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our ESS team in Central London. You’re an experienced chef who enjoys leading a team and taking responsibility for a kitchen.

A catering company in Greater London is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to support site teams during term-time only.

A catering management company is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee the catering department at an Academy school in Greater London. This role requires a strong background in culinary arts and previous management experience in a high-standard catering environment.

We are working with one of London’s most exclusive event catering companies, known for creating exceptional food for luxury venues, elite private clients and high-profile celebrations. They are seeking a Development Sous Chef with Michelin-level skill, strong flavour understanding and the ability

Chefs — looking for consistent work, great hours, and a better work‑life balance? At Jubilee Recruitment, we're supporting a range of contract catering sites across Plymouth and the wider South West — and we're looking for chefs to join the team. Chefs with experience in fresh food and/or volu

A high-end catering firm in Greater London is looking for a disciplined Chef de Partie to join their elite team.

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at Broxbourne Secondary School.

A leading catering company is looking for a Sous Chef in Greater London to join their professional kitchen. Responsibilities include supporting the Head Chef, leading the kitchen team, and ensuring food quality and safety.

A premium hospitality company in Greater London is seeking a Chef De Partie to join its culinary team. This role requires at least 5 years of culinary management experience and knowledge of high-volume catering.

A leading catering company in Greater London is seeking a Relief Chef/Catering Manager to support site-based teams during term-time.

A family-run catering company in East London is looking for a Sous Chef to lead teams and deliver exceptional food across various venues. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in multi-site and events catering, managing both intimate dinners and large-scale events.

A premium catering company in Greater London seeks a talented Head Chef to lead their culinary team for exceptional event cuisine. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in high-end catering, a deep understanding of British cuisine, and strong team leadership skills.

A prominent culinary recruitment firm is seeking a Head Chef for an events catering operation in Greater London. The role is site-based, allowing the chef to apply their skills in a vibrant catering environment. This is a unique opportunity for a talented chef to work Monday to Friday during daytime

Harrison Catering Services is one of the UK’s leading independent catering companies, serving high-quality, freshly-cooked food to thousands of people in schools and workplaces every day. We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join one of our school catering teams.

A catering company is seeking a Chef Manager for Nolington School in Waltham Forest.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role within Contract Catering and possess a Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality. A leading facilities management company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Chef to handle food preparation and manage cooking processes.

Ideal candidates should have Chef de Partie experience or be a strong Demi Chef ready to step up and must hold Food Safety Level 2 qualifications. A leading catering service in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team.

A leading facilities management company in London is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their catering team. A background in contract catering is preferred.

A fantastic Head Chef job in Crewe (Haslington), paying a salary of up to £40,000 plus KPI Bonus is available for a branded restaurant which has an excellent range of Mediterranean inspired fresh food on the menu.

A leading educational catering service is seeking a Chef Manager to join their state school in Hounslow. This role involves preparing high-quality food, supervising teams, and ensuring efficient catering operations. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of two years of catering experience, relevant

A staffing agency in London is seeking a Breakfast Chef for an ongoing role with a client near Gatwick Airport. Candidates should have previous catering experience and a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate.

A leading independent catering company in the UK is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee a school catering team.