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Regional Operations Manager \n\n Enfield / St Albans / Stevenage Area \n\n Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. \n\n Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. \n\n We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you’ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. \n\nWhat You’ll Do:\n\n We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: \n\n\n\t • Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results\n\t, • Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders\n\t, • Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio\n\t, • Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met\n\t, • Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts\n\t, • Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations\n\t, • Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites\n\t, • A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills\n\t, • Confidence communicating with everyone—from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders\n\t, • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively\n\t, • Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations\n\t, • 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays\n\t, • Life assurance and company pension\n\t, • Healthcare\n\t, • Access to our online learning and development platform\n\t, • Employee wellbeing programme\n\t, • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme\n\t, • IFG Rewards high-street discounts\n\t \n\n IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. \n \nWe 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.

Job Description Were a multi award-winning contract catering company, with a team of trained foodies serving over 45,500 satisfied customers every day.We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our team.This is a CDP position available for 5 days out of 7 days on a

We’re a multi award-winning contract catering company, with a team of trained foodies serving over 45,500 satisfied customers every day.We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join our team.Head Chef – 5 days out of 7, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (40 hours per week).Recrui

A leading contract catering company in the UK is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie. Benefits include birthday leave, masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs, and a cycle-to-work scheme. You will work 5 days a week, deliver exceptional culinary standards, and lead a team focused on customer sat

A multi-award-winning catering company in Enfield seeks an experienced Head Chef to manage the kitchen team, ensuring high standards and food innovation. Benefits include annual birthday leave, masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs, and fully funded development courses.

Take charge of our superbly-equipped kitchen, and bring your passion, flair and experience to create amazing menus which inspire our team and delight our diners! Join Signature Senior Lifestyle as the Head Chef at our luxury care and nursing home in Enfield. What Signature Offer Up to £46,000 per annum Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service Workplace pension Free meals on shift for staff working 6+ hours Private medical insurance and company sick pay Life Assurance Scheme Blue Light discount scheme eligible Refer A Friend Incentive £50 voucher and up to £1,000 cash bonus Staff recognition scheme Purple Heart Award Ongoing career training and development Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services Plus cycle to work scheme, study support, long service awards and more Your Role at Signature The Head Chef is the heart and soul of our kitchen, in charge of creating a menu that offers our residents an unrivalled dining experience. Youll help create and evolve the food offering across all areas of our community to produce the highest standards, ensuring food is delicious, seasonal and cost-effective. Youll be confident devising dishes for special dietary requirements, whatever the expectations of our diners, while meeting all their nutritional needs. Youll also be leading a team, managing and developing a Sous Chef, Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs, helping them to grow and develop. What were looking for We are kind and compassionate. Positive and resilient. Proactive and organised. Honest and accountable. Passionate and keen to develop. If this sounds like you, youll fit right in. Youre a confident leader, well versed in how to manage a busy kitchen, with NVQ Level 3 in Catering Services. Supervisory experience, awareness of COSHH, working knowledge of Health & Safety and a full, clean driving licence are a big advantage. About Signature Signature Senior Lifestyle offer unrivalled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels. Wake up to the passion inside you. Apply to Signature Senior Lifestyle today. TPBN1_UKTJ

Care Home Lead Cook / Chef North London Position: Full-Time 8am - 7pm | 4 days PW Pay: £17- £18per hour Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of well-established care services in North London for an experienced Lead Cook / Chef . This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cook with care sector experience who understands the importance of nutrition, presentation and resident satisfaction within a residential setting. The Role: Meals are often the highlight of the day for residents, and we are looking for someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals that are both nutritious and well-presented. You will lead the kitchen, maintain high hygiene standards, and ensure a positive dining experience for approximately 50+ residents. Key Responsibilities: Preparing and delivering high-quality, freshly cooked meals that are nutritious, appealing, and well-presented. Create culturally appropriate, balanced menus within budget Prepare fresh desserts and baked goods daily Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness Comply with Food Safety, COSHH, Infection Control and Manual Handling procedures Monitor stock levels and place orders within budget Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and report faults Work collaboratively with the Care Manager and care team to meet residents needs. Engage with residents to gain feedback on meals Essential Requirements Minimum Level 2 (Level 3 desirable) Food Hygiene Certificate At least 6 months UK experience as a Cook in a Care Home or similar setting Experience catering for 20+ service users Good verbal and written communication skills DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Ability to provide 5 years of references Mandatory training must be in date or completed prior to start (support provided if required). TPBN1_UKTJ

One of our Enfield based clients require a Chef to ensure that catering is provided within one of their care homes. • High standards and excellent customer satisfaction must be delivered at all times., • You will oversee kitchen services and make sure Health & Safety measures are in place and adhered to., • You will be responsible for ensuring that food presentation achieves high standards at all times, meeting resident’s needs., • Able to lead a team and work as team player, build good relationships and listen to and support colleagues, • Able to communicate and maintain strong relationships, including influencing skills, maintaining good relationships with all workplace colleagues, residents, families, Home Manager and Directors., • Allocate tasks and ensure sufficient stock and staffing levels. Requirements • Appropriate supervisory experience and relevant qualifications pertaining to the safe delivery of Food & Hygiene or Catering Services., • Minimum Level 3 in Catering or equivalent QCF qualification., • Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation., • Previous experience of working as a Chef., • Excellent knowledge and understanding of good practice in providing high quality food to meet resident’s needs and budget guidelines. Working 40 hours per week on a shift rota basis (earliest start would be 8am and latest finish 7pm)

About the Role We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at a modern, purpose-built care home that recently opened in 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping a high-quality dining experience that enhances the wellbeing and daily lives of residents. You will take full responsibility for the kitchen operation, ensuring every meal is nutritious, appetising, and tailored to individual dietary requirements. Working closely with care staff, youll help create a positive and engaging dining environment where residents preferences and needs are always prioritised. Location - Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (WD6) Salary - £40,000 £42,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours - 40 hours per week Contract - Permanent Key Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and deliver a varied menu catering to diverse dietary needs (including vegetarian, diabetic, and soft diets) Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, taste, and presentation Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team Ensure strict adherence to food hygiene and safety regulations Manage stock, ordering, and budgets while minimising waste Conduct regular audits and maintain accurate compliance records Engage with residents to gather feedback and tailor menus accordingly Introduce new ideas and dishes to enhance the dining experience Collaborate with management to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery About You: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef (care home or similar setting preferred) Strong knowledge of nutrition, specialist diets, and food safety standards Confident leader with excellent team management skills Skilled in menu planning for varied dietary requirements Highly organised with experience managing budgets and stock Passionate about delivering high-quality food and making a positive impact What's On Offer: Competitive salary with enhanced pay on bank holidays Early access to earned wages and retail discounts Access to multiple employee discount schemes Cycle to Work Scheme Refer-a-Friend bonus (up to £500) Employee recognition programmes and social events Ongoing training and support with recognised qualifications Access to financial and wellbeing support services Comprehensive induction and professional development Additional Information: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early once suitable candidates are identified. Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. TPBN1_UKCT

Job Description Sous Chef Term Time 40 Hours per week Monday to Friday, 06:30hrs-14:30hrs Harrison Catering Services are an independent, family-owned company, which has achieved consistent growth year after year by keeping the core values upon which it was founded - family, respect, honesty, pride a

Job Description Event Sous Chef - Premium Event Catering. We are delighted to be partnering with a leading event catering business to recruit an experienced and passionate Event Sous Chef. This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented chef looking to take the next step in.

Accent Catering Services Ltd seeks a Sous Chef to support the Chef Manager and ensure exceptional food preparation standards.

COREcruitment is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join a high-quality Business & Industry contract catering site in Berkshire. Ideal candidates should have a B&I catering background and fresh food experience.

Coast and Vale Learning Trust is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their team at Harrow School in Greater London.

A leading luxury catering company in Greater London is seeking a Chinese Chef to supervise production and maintain high-quality standards. The role involves collaborating with the Executive Chef team, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

ILLUME RECRUITMENT is seeking a Head Chef to lead the culinary team in the City of London.

Our world-class training means you’ll learn all the ins and outs of running a highly efficient commercial kitchen, including responsibility for ordering, receiving, and accounting for provisions to sustain the menus you’ll write, as well as learning how to offer the highest level of premium fron

Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience. As the heartbeat of the site, you’ll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning and team leadership to client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery. Oversee the full cate

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

Sous Chef (Corporate Catering). We are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to work within a high-end corporate catering environment in Canary Wharf. Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie.

Lexington-Catering in Greater London is seeking a Head Chef to lead a proactive catering team and drive financial growth through cost control and culinary excellence.

A leading prison service provider in East Midlands is seeking a Chef to assist in catering services at HMP Fosse Way. Candidates should have good communication skills and experience in large-scale catering.

As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients. Previous experience within catering desirable.

The Sous Chef will support the successful operation of the site by working closely with the Chef Manager, ensuring exceptional food preparation standards, maintaining strict hygiene and sanitation practices, and providing an excellent level of service to the company's clients and customers.

If you’re a confident, adaptable chef who enjoys variety, autonomy and a role that genuinely makes you feel needed, this is the one. Covering sites across Kent, Surrey and Sussex within our over-55 catering communities. Being a Relief ChefManager at Caterplus gives you:.

A leading facilities management company in Thurrock is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their Catering team. A background in contract catering is desirable, and the role offers the opportunity for professional development within a diverse workforce. The Chef will be responsible for delivering high-q

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 Manager to lead one of our school catering teams.

We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic Chefs of all levels to join our fantastic, fast-paced catering team at RHS Garden Wisley. 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 Imperia

Train and develop Head Chefs and on-site teams. Large-scale contract catering business operating across 30+ UK sites. Specialising in on-site catering for high-demand environments.

Impact Food Group is looking for a Central Support Chef to cover chef manager absences across sites in York and the surrounding area. Candidates should have prior chef management experience, a passion for food, and excellent organisational skills.

Lexington-Catering is seeking a Sous Chef to join our team in Greater London.

Chartwells Independent is seeking an experienced Sous Chef in Reigate. Candidates should have proven experience in high-volume catering and excellent knowledge of food safety.

Lexington-Catering is looking for an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie to create high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods for a city law firm.

Join our dynamic kitchen team and take your culinary career to new heights as a Chef de- Partie.

As a Head Chef you will be proactively managing and supporting a catering team as well as creating a platform for financial growth through cost control and culinary excellence. Catering experience essential with chef skills. Head Chef or Sous Chef ready for their next step.

Executive Chef : Multi:Site Contract Catering : A GBP 60,000 + Package. We're recruiting an Executive Chef to support a fast-growing, high-volume contract catering operation delivering modern, fresh on-site food concepts across multiple locations in the UK. Train and develop Head Chefs and on-site t

As a Sous Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

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

Lexington-Catering is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to step into various locations in Kent, Sussex, and Surrey, providing support during busy periods and managing kitchens to maintain high standards. Ideal candidates must have senior chef experience, a flexible schedule, and a valid UK driving licen

A prestigious events company is seeking a Head Chef Events to oversee all catering at the Royal Albert Hall.

Suegars catering LTD, based in Sutton, is seeking a professional and reliable chef to fill in from ASAP until the end of June. The role requires experience and involves working Tuesday to Saturday in a small kitchen, catering for private members.

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

Lexington-Catering is looking for a dedicated Sous Chef for Saxon Gardens in the UK.

Our client is seeking a hard‑working sous chef who is passionate about cooking. The ideal senior sous chef will be a great leader and motivator for the junior members of the team. We are looking for a senior sous chef who has a proven and stable employment history working in high end restaurants,

Aramark is looking for a passionate Chef Manager to lead catering services at Angel 6th Form Centre in Greater London. This full-time position involves planning and delivering high-quality meals, managing the catering team, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate ha

A fantastic Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brentwood (Essex), paying up to £42,000 plus KPI bonuses, has become available at one of the country's leading Restaurant groups. If you are interested in this Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager job in Brentwood (Essex), then please apply now.

Senior Chef de Partie Pastry Requirements:. We are in search of a skilled, dependable, and seasoned Chef de Partie Pastry who is creative and able to work in a small pastry team. We require a Chef de Partie pastry who holds an NVQ level 3 qualification or its equivalent.

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.