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EduExec Recruitment is working with a welcoming, community-focused school in North West London to recruit a School Business Manager who will sit within the senior leadership team. This is a school that sees the role as central to how it operates and is looking for someone who wants that level of involvement rather than a purely administrative brief. Reporting to the Headteacher, the successful candidate will take ownership of the school's operations across finance, HR, premises and administration, with real scope to shape how things are done rather than simply maintain what's already in place. The role carries both the day-to-day demands you'd expect and will have a key input to medium and long-term planning. The role will encompass: Leading on budget setting, financial monitoring and reporting, with a direct line into strategic decision-making Overseeing HR administration, safer recruitment and staffing arrangements, with autonomy to manage the detail Health and safety compliance and premises management, working closely with site and catering colleagues Acting as the school's lead on data protection and statutory policy compliance Managing a small office team, with the space to develop them and shape how the function runs Advising governors and senior leaders directly on financial and organisational matters The selected candidate will have solid experience in school business management and genuine depth across finance, HR and compliance, who wants more than a caretaking role. Confidence operating at senior level matters, as does a willingness to be hands-on when needed and to manage competing priorities without losing sight of the bigger picture. Discretion, integrity and the ability to build trust quickly across a school community are essential. The role is 52 week position, with flexibility to reduce to a term time plus a select number of holiday working weeks, for the right candidate. EduExec Recruitment Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. We operate in full accordance with UK employment legislation. EduExec Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary staff

EduExec Recruitment is working with a welcoming, community-focused school in North West London to recruit a School Business Manager who will sit within the senior leadership team. This is a school that sees the role as central to how it operates and is looking for someone who wants that level of involvement rather than a purely administrative brief. Reporting to the Headteacher, the successful candidate will take ownership of the school's operations across finance, HR, premises and administration, with real scope to shape how things are done rather than simply maintain what's already in place. The role carries both the day-to-day demands you'd expect and will have a key input to medium and long-term planning. The role will encompass: • Leading on budget setting, financial monitoring and reporting, with a direct line into strategic decision-making, • Overseeing HR administration, safer recruitment and staffing arrangements, with autonomy to manage the detail, • Health and safety compliance and premises management, working closely with site and catering colleagues, • Acting as the school's lead on data protection and statutory policy compliance, • Managing a small office team, with the space to develop them and shape how the function runs, • Advising governors and senior leaders directly on financial and organisational matters The selected candidate will have solid experience in school business ma...

Travel Product Developer | Italy & Multi-European Travel Product About the Job: Are you passionate about travel and deeply knowledgeable about the travel & tourism industry? Expat Explore Travel is seeking experienced Travel Product Developers to design, optimise, and manage our award-winning group tours. This is a unique opportunity to shape unforgettable travel experiences while contributing to the continued growth and innovation of a trusted, 20-year-old brand. We are especially looking for specialists in Italy and multi-country European tours. The ideal candidate brings strong destination expertise, operational understanding, and a keen eye for detail to ensure every tour delivers on our promise of creating the most fun memories for your money. While this role is based in London, we welcome applications from exceptional remote candidates, particularly those based in Italy or other key European destinations where local insights bring real value to our product development. If you’re ready to blend creativity, commercial thinking, and a passion for exceptional travel experiences, this is your chance to join a collaborative team shaping the future of group touring. About Us: Expat Explore Travel is the flagship brand of the TourAxis family of businesses, with a legacy spanning over 20 years in the travel industry. As a leading multi-day tour operator, we specialise in providing incredible value and delivering group tours that create the most fun memories for your money. Our tours cover a wide range of destinations across Europe and beyond, catering to travellers seeking unforgettable experiences at an affordable price. Expat Explore’s reputation for quality and innovation has made it a trusted name in the industry. This role is exclusively focused on developing and managing Expat Explore’s portfolio of tours, ensuring they remain at the forefront of group travel experiences while upholding the high standards our customers have come to expect. Our Core Values: Our values shape the way we work and define the people we want to join us on our incredible and exciting journey: • Always Ready to Help, • Being Trustworthy, • Solutions Before Problems, • Family-Style Hosting, • Show Respect, Earn Respect Key Responsibilities: • Product Ownership: Design profitable, well-managed, and optimised tours that deliver great traveller experiences and support business growth, • Optional Experiences & Revenue Optimisation: Develop and refine optional excursions that enhance the core itinerary, reflect regional highlights, meet customer interests, and contribute to overall revenue growth, • Procurement Collaboration & Product Sourcing: Work closely with the Procurement Team to review and approve hotel and supplier selections and budget changes. Independently manage the sourcing and contracting of meals, experiences, and local services for new tours, including direct coordination with DMCs, to ensure quality, value, and alignment with product goals, • Documentation & Cross-Team Support: Maintain accurate documentation for smooth handovers and train teams on new products, itinerary updates, and key changes, • Market Insight & Innovation: Use customer, market, and competitor insights to develop relevant, competitive, and compelling offerings, • Pricing Collaboration & Market Alignment: Partner with the Pricing & Yield Manager to ensure pricing is competitive, commercially sound, and correctly implemented, • Tour Page Review & Accuracy: Sign off on web content, tour pages, ensuring key highlights and experiences are clearly presented and aligned with the product vision, • Field Research & Product Immersion: Join fam trips, business visits, or select departures to build destination knowledge, assess quality, and inform product improvements Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications: • Preferably 4+ years of experience in tourism, ideally within tour operations, and product development, • Strong understanding of the European tourism industry especially in Italy, • Commercially minded, with the ability to design profitable products and contribute to revenue growth, • Innovative and analytical, with the ability to interpret data and market trends to inform product decisions, • Proven experience in supplier negotiations, with the confidence to secure value-driven agreements and build productive partnerships, • Excellent attention to detail with strong administrative skills, including the ability to produce accurate documents and clear handovers, • Proficient in Google systems for data analysis and product tracking, • Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, • Self-motivated and organised, able to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment, • Comfortable with occasional travel for business, fam trips, and on-the-ground product research, • Fluency in Italian is strongly preferred Benefits: • Competitive remuneration package and annual leave., • Enviable company culture aligned with our core values., • Regular team social events and company-wide recognition, • Opportunities for innovation and professional growth., • Travel discount, • Access to the well-being app, Ollie Health., • Statutory pension enrolment., • Company equipment for business use. Equal Opportunity Employer: Expat Explore Travel, part of the TourAxis family of businesses, is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Link: _ Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a dynamic Area Sales Manager to join our team, focusing on the catering equipment sector within the retail industry. This pivotal role is crucial for driving sales growth and expanding our market presence in Reading, England. The successful candidate will play an essential part in building strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored solutions that enhance their operational efficiency and profitability. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans, identifying new business opportunities, and managing a diverse portfolio of clients. You will lead sales presentations, negotiate contracts, and collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery. Your ability to analyze market trends and customer feedback will be vital in refining our product offerings and enhancing customer satisfaction. We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record in sales, ideally within the catering or hospitality sector. A strong understanding of catering equipment and its application in various environments is essential. You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a results-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently while being part of a team. This opportunity is exciting due to the potential for career advancement within a growing company that values innovation and customer-centric solutions. You will be joining a supportive and motivated team dedicated to excellence, where your contributions will directly impact our success. If you are passionate about sales and ready to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you.

Our service division is a customer-facing function in a very demanding industry; the successful candidate will be dealing with some of the leading restaurants as well as a variety of casual dining chains, hotels, educational establishments, hospitals, government buildings, and offices. Winterhalter’s growth agenda in reliant on the continuous improvement of our service offering to strengthen customer engagement and win new business. We are therefore looking for a new Regional Operations Manager to cover an area focused around South London and the South East. The right person for the job: You will be able to manage time and work under pressure to tight deadlines while balancing the demands of numerous tasks. You will have the ability to adapt quickly in a rapidly changing environment and be keen to embrace new experiences, responsibility, and accountability. You will be reliable, tolerant and determined and will enthusiastically adapt to changing work processes and schedules as required. If you are a self-driven individual with a positive outlook, clear focus and ability to see things from another person's point of view - then you are well set to succeed in this role. The Regional Operations Manager will support, coach, mentor and performance manage a regional team of installation & Service Technicians with varying levels of skills and experience. A key player in the service operation, working with 4 other Regional Operations Managers supporting a variety of customers across all market sectors with a revenue value of approximately £12M. This role is the key driver in achieving the objectives of the operations manager/service managing director by: • Take ownership and responsibility for the delivery of the agreed goals and targets., • Providing constructive and positive feedback to team members., • Encouraging individuals, providing input and suggestions for problem resolution. Addressing interpersonal problems with team members quickly and directly and consistently dealing with performance issues in a firm, fair, respectful and timely manner., • Carrying out an assessment of the field service technicians this will include their technical ability to carry out their role, customer engagement and commercial competencies in the working environment., • Establish and maintain an effective debriefing process on a frequent basis to ensure goals and targets are being met., • Delivering constructive feedback via 1:1 meetings and group briefings. Responsible for ensuring team members receive the appropriate training, coaching, personal development, and performance management to perform their role to the highest standard. • Contribute to grading evaluations and development planning as required, • Contributing to the planning and execution of agreed goals and measurable targets Knowledge & Experience: • Proven 3-4 years field service experience as a service technician, • You must have proven experience in leading a team of field service technicians ideally 3-4 years experience, • As a manager of field service technicians you must be able to provide constructive feedback, manage their activity in the field and performance, • You will be managing and coaching a team of field service technicians so it is essential that you have worked with single and 3 phase equipment; an electrical qualification is essential., • Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair and service technical equipment, • Management qualifications are desirable but not essential, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Excellent organisation and computer skills, • Ability to learn new applications and cross-train others is highly desirable, • Familiarity with mobile tools and applications, • Direct experience in the warewash and or catering industry is highly desirable Team Dynamics: The Regional operations manager will take ownership and responsibility for building a strongly motivated team of field service technicians with clear goals, targets and personal objectives. You will create a working environment which encourages a passion for service quality and continuous improvement in customer service. An important aspect of the role is the management of performance, recognising commitment and supporting continuous improvement. Recognised challenges in this role include; managing a team of independent individuals who work remotely and in relative isolation across a wide geography and drawing on skill and experience to adapt management style for a team with varying levels of skill and experience. • An essential part of this job is giving consideration to the resource requirements of the region – factoring in the skill base and experience of the field service technicians, as well as the customer needs in the territory., • Evaluate the geography and the associated traveling times affecting service delivery and individual effectiveness., • Ensuring the technicians have the correct and necessary information, resources, tools, training and coaching to complete all jobs allocated to the required standard. Hours of work & Benefits: • Core hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, • Competitive salary, • Company vehicle (with use privately) including fuel card, • 25 days annual leave - plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service), • Pension & Life Assurance, • Private Medical Cover, • Employee assistance plan and discount scheme Winterhalter is an equal opportunities employer

Winterhalter is seeking experienced service technicians to join our team striving to deliver ‘Best in Class’ service to our valued customers. In particular, we are interested in identifying new technicians living in / able to service the areas in and around Twickenham and Kingston upon Thames, The role is generally independent but is supported by a Regional Operations Manager and an allocation team to schedule daily calls. Operating with the use of Company van (with reasonable private use) including fuel card, laptop, and mobile phone. Core hours are 40 hours per week (door to door), Monday to Friday, plus 12 Saturdays and 4 Sundays per calendar year based on a rota. Our service division is a customer-facing function in a very demanding industry; dealing with some of the leading restaurants in the UK as well as a variety of casual dining chains, hotels, educational establishments, hospitals, government buildings, and offices. Winterhalter’s growth agenda is reliant on the continuous improvement of our service offering to strengthen customer engagement and win new business. This role demands high standards of customer engagement to deliver commercially focused service to support the success of Winterhalter & Classeq brands and our valued customers in line with agreed service levels and targets. Main accountabilities Responsible for installation, service, and repair of commercial warewashing equipment such as under-counter, pass-through, and rack conveyor dishwashers. The goal is to drive service success that improves customer satisfaction, maximizes customer retention, increases profitability, and provides exemplary standards of service and customer support during field visits. Day to day activities: • Manage all on-site installation, diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance, • Diagnose errors and technical problems and determine appropriate solutions, • Produce timely and detailed service reports, • Document processes and follow company standard procedures and protocols, • Collaborate with the technical team and share information across the organisation, • Evaluate customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations, • Taking ownership and responsibility for the delivery of the agreed goals and targets:, • Response times, • First-time fix, • Customer satisfaction, • Stock management, • Productivity, • Effective teamwork Skill & experience required: • As technicians will be working with single and 3 phase equipment - electrical competence is essential, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair, and service technical equipment, • Excellent organisation and computer skills, • Familiarity with mobile tools and apps, • Proven field service experience, • Direct experience in the warewash and/or catering industry is highly desirable The ideal person to suit this role: • Able to manage time and work under pressure to tight deadlines, • Able to manage the demands of numerous tasks, • Ability to adapt quickly in a rapidly changing environment, • Keen for new experiences, responsibility, and accountability, • Capability to coach customers in the effective use and maintenance of equipment, • Reliable, tolerant and determined, • Self-driven, positive outlook, clear focus and an empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person's point of view, • Willing to undertake further training to fulfill the requirements of the role, • Pays great attention to H&S protocols, • Is diligent in complying with reporting requirements Hours of work & benefits • Core hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus 12 Saturdays and 4 Sundays per calendar year based on a rota, • Competitive salary for core hours + potential overtime, • Company van (with use privately) including fuel card, • Comprehensive training, • 33 days annual leave - including bank holidays (increasing with length of service), • Pension & Life Assurance, • Lifeworks employee assistance plan and discount scheme, • Salary Sacrifice - Electrical Car Scheme, • Staff events Equal Opportunities employer

We're recruiting an experienced Unit 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 CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Unit Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our unit and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career with 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 Please note: This role is contracted to 44.6 weeks per year Your key responsibilities will include: • Supervising teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service, • Overseeing the efficien...

We're recruiting an experienced 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 Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a 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 pattern will be: • Mon: Full-time (Days), • Tues: Full-time (Days), • Weds: Full-time (Days), • Thurs: Full-time (Days), • Fri: Full-time (Days), • Sat:, • Sun: Please note: This role is contracted to 44.6 weeks per year Could you shine as Chartwells's next Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: • Preparing delicious food to the highest standards, • Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service, • Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans...

Business Development Manager in Hospitality/Catering, with OTE up to £60k, company car, and benefits in Watford.

Are you looking for a rewarding Regional Chef Manager role that offers career development, creativity, and a genuine work/life balance? REGIONAL CHEF MANAGER - NORTH LONDON & HERTS £38,000 per annum plus bonus and mileage 40 hours per week Monday to Friday term-time only (42 weeks per year) - no late nights and weekends off! People are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for a talented Regional Chef Manager with strong craft skills and a passion for leading and developing teams to join the team at Accent Catering. This is an opportunity to make a real impact through food. We play an important role in students’ learning and wellbeing by providing nutritious, delicious meals that encourage healthier lifestyles and positive food experiences every day. As Regional Chef Manager, you’ll lead the kitchen operation, creating an outstanding food offer while overseeing menu planning, food quality, compliance, stock control, and team performance. We’re looking for someone who can inspire a team, deliver high standards, and bring creativity and energy to a busy school environment. You must be flexible and comfortable with travelling to different schools weekly and occasionally daily with last minute diary changes. The role will be based mainly in North London and Herts (Watford,and St Albans), although it may involve travel to other Accent sites from time to time as required, therefore having access to your own vehicle is essential. Our company has a passion for food quality and people development, so this is a great place for you to progress a career in the food industry. If you’re looking for an employer that will invest in your career and support your progression, apply today and take the next step in your catering career with us! Benefits of working with Accent as a Regional Chef Manager Competitive salaries with yearly reviews Free meals on duty Career development opportunities Multiple Discounts on our Accent Engage platform - shops, restaurants, gifts, leisure and more! HIT apprenticeships for all experience levels Team events, awards and competitions throughout the year - we like to reward our staff for a job well done! Pension scheme, life insurance and company sick pay Work life balance Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support As our ideal Regional Chef Manager you will:- Have excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen Have proven experience of managing, training and leading a team Have a proven track record of continually improving standards Be passionate about food with excellent culinary skills and a great eye for detail Have financial and budget awareness, and proven experience in controlling food costs. Have solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management Have a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle The ideal candidate will also have the flexibility to work overtime as required. Who are Accent Catering? Accent Catering Services Ltd are one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing innovative food service solutions to a variety of schools and businesses. We are a talented team of professionals who create bespoke catering provisions tailored to each contract - no two are the same. As an independently owned company, you’ll never be just another number to us. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we take pride in recognising every individual’s contribution. Accent Catering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Please note that an enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role. Accent Catering has regularly been recognised in The Caterer’s prestigious awards as one of the best places to work in hospitality. Don’t miss your chance to become part of our award-winning team! The Company treats personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with its data protection policy. Information about how your data is used and the basis for processing your data is provided in the Company's privacy notice which can be found on our website #INDHP REF-(Apply online only)

Job Specification – Junior Engineer (PPM) Job Title: Junior Engineer Location: North London Salary: £29,500 + Door to Door overtime Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Overview We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Engineer to join our growing service team covering North London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical mindset who is looking to develop a long-term career within the commercial catering industry. The successful candidate will primarily support the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) across a range of commercial catering equipment. Full training and ongoing support will be provided by experienced engineers, with a clear pathway to progress into a fully qualified Field Service Engineer role. Key Responsibilities • Carry out scheduled PPM visits at customer sites under the guidance of senior engineers., • Inspect, clean and maintain commercial catering equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations and company procedures., • Complete service reports accurately using company systems., • Identify signs of wear, damage or potential equipment failures and report findings to the Service Manager., • Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company health and safety policies., • Maintain company tools, equipment and vehicle to a professional standard., • Deliver excellent customer service and build positive relationships with clients., • Attend manufacturer and in-house training courses to develop technical knowledge and skills., • Provide support to the wider engineering team as required. Equipment Covered The role will involve working on a variety of commercial catering equipment, including: • Ovens, • Fryers, • Griddles, • Salamanders, • Hot cupboards, • Dishwashers, • Combination ovens, • Refrigeration equipment, • Food preparation equipment Skills & Experience Essential: • A keen interest in engineering and a willingness to learn., • Good practical skills and a hands-on approach to work., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Good organisational skills and attention to detail., • Full UK driving licence. Candidate Profile This role would suit someone who enjoys practical work, is eager to develop their technical skills and is looking to establish a rewarding career within the engineering sector. A positive attitude, reliability and a strong work ethic are essential