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Service Delivery Manager40 hours per week | UK Hydrographic Office, TauntonAre you ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your talent, invests in your future, and empowers you to make a real difference?We're currently recruiting a Service Delivery Manager to lead and enhance operations across Catering, Facilities, and Retail services on base. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.What you'll be doingAs a Service Delivery Manager , you'll play a key role in ensuring smooth, high-quality service delivery across all operational areas. You'll inspire and manage a diverse team, drive continuous improvement, and uphold our strong commitment to safety, service, and customer satisfaction.Your main responsibilities will include:Leading and motivating teams across Facilities, Catering, and Retail to deliver exceptional serviceManaging resources, labour, and budgets efficientlyMonitoring service standards and identifying opportunities for improvementOverseeing third-party suppliers to ensure compliance with SLAsChampioning health, safety, and compliance across all operationsDriving employee engagement and team developmentWhat we're looking forOur ideal candidate will be an experienced, confident leader with a passion for delivering operational excellence and outstanding customer service.You should have:Proven experience in a management role within the Soft FM industryStrong leadership and organisational skillsFinancial and commercial acumenExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesA hands-on, proactive approach and a "can-do" attitudeStrong computer and administrative skillsA passion for food and service excellenceAbout UsPart 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.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_UKTJ

Catering Technician Hours: Full-time, mixture of 10 and 6 hour shifts Location: Oake Meadows Care Home, 33 Wyvern Road, Taunton, TA1 4RA Are you passionate about great food and creating a homely dining experience? Were looking for a Catering Technician to join our team and lead the kitchen in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents. What you'll be doing: Preparing and serving delicious, well-presented meals, snacks, and baked treats. Working with residents to understand their preferences, dietary needs, and cultural or medical requirements. Ensuring mealtimes feel like a restaurant experience, with attention to detail in plating and service. Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness. Managing stock, placing food orders, and keeping within budget. Supporting and mentoring colleagues involved in the meal service. About you: Experienced in food preparation and passionate about quality. Knowledge of dietary requirements and willingness to adapt meals for individual needs. Food Safety Level 3 (or willingness to complete). Organised, proactive, and a great team player. Committed to providing a warm, welcoming environment for residents. Wed like someone who is flexible, who can work alternate weekends. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. Benefits: Great opportunities for career development. Company pension. Enhanced pay for overtime and bank holidays. Comprehensive induction programme. Ongoing training and development. Free Chefs Whites and DBS. How Youll Make a Difference Youll be responsible for our residents meal experience and running the nursing homes kitchen. Leading and supporting a team, you will: Designing a varied menu that reflects our residents tastes and supports their nutritional needs. Ensuring mealtimes are always a high-quality experience. Maintaining the highest food standards. Supporting, training and directing the kitchen team Mentoring and motivating on quality, safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards. Assisting the General Manager in developing and managing the budgetary, human and material resources within the department. About Us Welford Healthcare was founded in 2017 with the goal of building a boutique collection of quality care homes across the UK. Our strategy is to grow our business by acquiring mature care homes with quality foundations and strong potential for improvement and by investing in our people and our properties to ensure our homes are always inviting and homely. Whilst we are a growing business, we never lose sight of our primary and enduring purpose which is to provide good quality care for vulnerable adults. As we acquire new homes, we leverage our resources and expertise to ensure that the homes we run always have our residents wellbeing at their hearts. Our senior leadership team has extensive experience of operating, opening and acquiring quality care homes with proven track records in regulatory compliance and running commercially successful businesses where meeting the needs and ensuring the happiness of our residents and our teams are the cornerstones of our approach. TPBN1_UKTJ

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor 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 a major High Street brand on a part time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week. As a Catering Supervisor, 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. Could you shine as a major High Street brand's next Catering Supervisor? 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 Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Catering Supervisor will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill 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/0608/45149001/52825307/BU #One Retail 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

School Chef Managers Needed! - Immediate Start - £17.00 to £24.00 Per Hour There has never been a better time to be a chef, with massive demand and increased wages on offer to relief chefs. We are looking for talented professionals who are available to cover ongoing assignments within Schools on a long term contract. Berkeley Scott is continuously recognised as the UK's market leader in providing talented Hospitality and Catering professionals. Our client base is second to none offering various positions and roles to suit your skill base as a chef. Worker benefits - Flexible hours – a lot of say over your ROTA - Range of clients and working environments - Rates starting at £17 per hour (up to £24 depending on client and role) - Holiday entitlement - Weekly pay - Other employee benefits and chef referral scheme rewards. How to apply Interested in becoming a part of Berkeley Scott's chef team? Apply though this advert and one of our consultants will be in touch. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications and are not able to speak with all applicants. To avoid disappointment please apply promptly by clicking on the apply button to submit your CV today. There are other roles available including Commis Chef, Chef De Partie, Sous Chef, Head Chef, Cooks, Cook Supervisors & Chef Manager positions. Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites TPBN1_UKCT

Caterplus - Food That Feels Like Home Real food. Real comfort. Real connection. That's what we do every day at Caterplus. We cook fresh, honest meals that bring people together in over-55 communities across the UK. Food that means something - not just something on a plate. If you care about food, people, and doing things properly, you'll feel right at home here. Because we don't just serve meals. We create moments. Caterplus is part of Elior UK - giving you the personality of a specialist brand with the opportunities and support of one of the UK's leading contract catering businesses. At Elior, the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the people we support is our priority. As part of our recruitment process, this role is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check (where applicable). What you'll be doing... 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. Motivating and managing a team Controlling and managing a budget Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 37.5 hours per week Salary: £34,216.87 per annum Job ID: 7198 What can you bring? Genuine interest in customer service excellence Focused on the front line Proven team leader experience Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised Previous experience within catering desirable What's on the menu for you... At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive . That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work. Here's a taste of what you can expect when you join us: Free meals on shift Flexible and part-time working opportunities 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years' service Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies Paid volunteering days Training, development and career progression opportunities Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including: 24/7 virtual GP appointments Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions Online gym and workout programmes Legal and financial advice Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance Meditation and mindfulness resources Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it Fancy being part of the recipe? At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day. We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here • and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive. Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out. We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know. Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat! TPBN1_UKCT

Head Chef - UK Hydrographic Office, Taunton £35,000 per annum 40 hours per week Monday to Friday We are currently recruiting an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the catering operation at the UK Hydrographic Office in Taunton . This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a busy daytime foodservice operation, delivering high-quality breakfast and lunch services to up to 200 customers per day . With a strong focus on fresh food, customer satisfaction and operational excellence, this role is perfect for a Head Chef who enjoys leading from the front and developing a positive team culture. Working Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility required to meet business needs. The Role As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall management of the kitchen, ensuring food is prepared, cooked and presented to the highest standards while maintaining full compliance with food safety and health & safety regulations. Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager , you will lead a small kitchen team and work closely with front-of-house colleagues to deliver an excellent dining experience for customers. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service Deliver high-quality breakfast and lunch offerings for up to 200 customers per day Manage and develop a team of chefs and catering assistants, creating a positive and productive working environment Plan, prepare and present food to agreed company and client standards Manage stock ordering, stock control and supplier relationships Monitor food costs, labour costs and food waste to achieve budget targets Ensure compliance with all food safety, HACCP and health & safety requirements Maintain a clean, organised and audit-ready kitchen environment Support menu development and seasonal food offerings where appropriate Build positive relationships with the client and act as a professional ambassador for the business on site What We're Looking For City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2, NVQ Level 2/3 Professional Cookery or equivalent qualification Previous experience as a Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role Experience managing catering operations within contract catering, business & industry or similar environments Strong people management and leadership skills Excellent organisational and time management abilities Financial awareness with experience managing food costs and budgets Knowledge of food safety legislation and health & safety best practice Passion for delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service Adaptable, proactive and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Why Apply? £35,000 per annum Monday to Friday working pattern Predominantly daytime hours with excellent work-life balance Opportunity to lead your own kitchen within a prestigious client location Supportive management team and development opportunities A role where you can make a real impact on food quality, customer experience and team performance 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 Onsite free car parking Subsidised gym membership Discounted Event tickets Electric vehicle charging points 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.com 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 Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year About Us 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/1708/44938001/52820074/R/SU #Defence 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

Manage catering operations within a care home environment, ensuring high standards of food service and operations.

Catering Manager position for a 37-hour week role in Rotherham, paying £14.

We're seeking a hands-on Catering Manager with a strong culinary foundation to lead a dynamic contract catering operation. You'll take full ownership of the catering c.

Seeking a hands-on Chef Manager to lead a catering operation, overseeing food preparation, client relations, and financial management for a weekday-only service.

Seeking a Catering Manager in Cambridge to lead a dynamic culinary environment.

Oversees catering operations, manages teams, builds client relationships, and ensures food quality and financial control.

Manages catering partnerships, builds client relationships, and optimizes sales across various platforms.

Oversee daily operations in a corporate catering environment, leading teams and ensuring high standards in food and hospitality services.

Oversee catering operations, managing staff and ensuring quality service within a care home setting.

Oversees catering operations, manages the team, ensures food quality, handles client relations, and manages budgets, and compliance.

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Work within the Councils estate of buildings undertaking cleaning duties as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.

Role title: Development ChefLocation: Grimsby, Laforey Rd Salary: CompetitivePurpose of the role:To support the creation and delivery of innovative, high-quality food concepts that meet customer and consumer expectations.The Development Chef works collaboratively within the NPD team to translate foo

Work within the Councils estate of buildings undertaking cleaning duties as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.

Rosewood London is seeking a Head Chef for Holborn Dining Room to lead the kitchen operation, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation and guest satisfaction.You will report to the Restaurants Head Chef and drive financial performance and luxury standards.Role requires senior kitchen leadersh

Work within the Councils estate of buildings undertaking cleaning duties as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.

We are currently looking for a.Head Chef – Holborn Dining Room.Culinary Services team at Rosewood London.Head Chef – Holborn Dining Room.London's most celebrated dining destinations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, hygiene and guest satisfaction at all times.Reporti

Work within the Councils estate of buildings undertaking cleaning duties as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.

Aspen Court Nursing and Dementia Care Home is a modern, purpose built care home located on the peaceful northern outskirts of Taunton, Somerset.The home provides specialist Nursing, Dementia and Complex Care for up to 42 residents in a safe and supportive environment focused on dignity, wellbeing an

Supporting the Chef Manager with the day-to-day management of the catering team. Taking responsibility for the kitchen and catering team in the Chef Manager's absence. To be successful, you will have: Previous experience as a Chef within a catering, hospitality or care environment.

FTE) Per annum (Pro rata) What you'll be doing: Prepare, cook and serve food of the highest standards and which is appropriate to and meets the needs of the residents, staff and visitors Regularly review the menus in line with residents, staff and visitors' requirements, including the provision of s

As a Catering Assistant you will be: Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company's policies and procedures. Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals To be successful in this role, you'll need: Re

Cedar Lodge Care Home is located in Taunton, Somerset, and provides specialist dementia, palliative, and respite care for up to 39 residents, alongside The Limes, a dedicated mental health community supporting a further 15 individuals.The home offers a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment, wi

Taking full shift responsibility for the catering operation Assisting the Head Chef by researching and creating new menus ensuring meals are of a high quality and compliment healthy eating guidelines.

Aspen Court Nursing and Dementia Care Home is a modern, purpose built care home located on the peaceful northern outskirts of Taunton, Somerset.The home provides specialist Nursing, Dementia and Complex Care for up to 42 residents in a safe and supportive environment focused on dignity, wellbeing an

Ensuring that any maintenance and servicing of catering equipment or the environment is reported to Facilities Manager/maintenance. Ensuring that the catering service meets the nutritional and dietary needs of the service users. Ensuring the catering service provides meals to staff and company visit

Alderbrook Care Home is a modern, purpose built care home located in Leeds, providing specialist Complex Care for up to 140 residents.The home supports individuals with complex physical and mental health needs within a safe, structured and supportive environment focused on dignity, wellbeing and per

We have our own Catering Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new Catering Staff and we will give you all thats needed to have a successful career as a Chef with us.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen.This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate chef who takes pride in preparing high-quality dishes and thrives in a fast-paced environment.Prepare and cook menu items to a high standard.The following informat

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group?.Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do.W e are on the loo

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.We're a true Chelsea gem in the back streets of Chelsea! We're known for giving the best service in town along side some great homemade pies and a classic ever changing seasonal menu.W

We are looking to hire an experienced pastry chef to aid in the supervision of a team of 35 chefs.You need to have minimum 7-8 years experience working in a pastry production unit and additional supervision and management experience.You will be making:Patisserie - cakes

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.The Guinea Grill is a Mayfair institution, where an Inn has been on this site since 1423.Our restaurant opened in 1952 and since then we have specialised in serving dry-aged, grass-fed British beef from an ope

Job DescriptionLooking for work within the catering sector? Wed love to hear from you. We are recruiting for roles including:Junior ChefsChef de PartieSous ChefsHead Chefs<li

Job Description Head Chef Salary: Up to £37,000 Hours: Full time Do you love leading a busy kitchen and being hands-on with food preparation? This garden centre is looking for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of its newly refurbished kitchen operation.This is a hands-on, influential role

Head Chef Jobs in Norwich & Surrounding Areas | Care Home Catering | £18. Duties Lead and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring efficient food production and service delivery Prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes according to organisational standards and client specifications Oversee food safe

Location: MK44 area Pay Rate: £16.Shift Pattern: 12:00 PM 9:30 PM Work Type: Temporary / Ad Hoc About the Role Looking for flexible shifts with competitive pay? We are recruiting reliable, hard-working Temp Chefs to cover ad hoc shifts for our high-volume pub and hotel client in the MK44