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At OFG Education we believe in creating a better work life balance Job title: Cook Location: Care First, Tamworth Campus, Silica Road, Birmingham B77 4DT Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 7.00am – 3:00pm Contract: Permanent | Term Time only UK applicants only; no sponsorship available About the role Are you a passionate cook who believes great food can make a real difference? We're looking for a dedicated Cook to join our specialist further education setting, providing fresh, nutritious, and enjoyable meals that support the wellbeing, independence, and development of our students. This is more than a catering role. You'll play an important part in creating a positive dining experience, ensuring every student has access to meals that meet their individual dietary, cultural, medical, and sensory needs. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help maintain the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety while contributing to a welcoming and inclusive college environment. What you will be doing • Preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals tailored to individual dietary and medical needs., • Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control standards., • Managing stock, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate catering records., • Leading and supporting kitchen staff, including students undertaking work experience placements., • Monitoring allergens, portion control, food waste, and budget-effective meal planning., • Working closely with education, residential, pastoral, and therapy teams to support student needs., • Ensuring kitchen equipment is used safely and reporting any faults or concerns promptly., • Contributing to staff training, quality assurance activities, and continuous service improvement. What you will bring • Have experience in a catering, education, care, residential, or similar environment., • Are confident planning nutritious menus and working within food safety regulations., • Have strong organisational skills and can manage competing priorities effectively., • Enjoy leading and supporting others within a busy kitchen environment., • Are proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering an excellent service., • Can build positive working relationships and work collaboratively across teams., • Hold, or are willing to work towards, relevant catering and food hygiene qualifications. Why Join Care First? Care First provides person-centred education and day provision for young adults with learning difficulties, autism, mental health needs and complex needs. Our tailored programmes help learners develop life skills, build independence and thrive within their communities. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. About Us At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures. Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to succeed through truly personalised education. Why Join Us? We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Chef de Partie – Conference & Events Venue - £28000 – £29000 per annum \n Location: Birmingham \n Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week \n Work hours: 5 days out of 7, with varied shifts between 6:00am and 9:30pm \n We are recruiting a driven and passionate Chef de Partie for a busy conference and events venue. \n The kitchen serves approximately 300 customers daily, delivering breakfast, lunch and dinner alongsid... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Job Title: Deputy Chef \n Location: Yardley Grange Nursing Home, Birmingham \n Salary: £21,425.04 per annum \n Job Type: Part time, Permanent - 27 hours per week \n MY Trust is a family of charities & community of people supporting those most in need in the West Midlands. We want everyone, regardless of age or circumstances, to feel secure, have opportunities and to thrive. \n The services provided include: \n\n • Safe, affo...\n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Blue Arrow are recruiting for experienced chefs to work across Hotels, Care Homes, Nurseries, Golf Clubs & Schools around Birmingham, the Black Country and Worcester. \n Key responsibilities include: \n • Assisting the chef manager in delivering a high quality and punctual service \n • General food preparation \n • Previous experience as a chef \n • Maintaining stock supplies following FIFO. \n • Washing utensils and dis... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Benefits \n\n • £14.00 per hour rising to £14.35 after successful completion of probation\n, • Extra Mile Performance award\n, • Free uniform\n, • Free DBS check\n, • Ongoing training, on-site support to gain expected competency levels and quality learning and development opportunities\n, • Excellent rate of pay\n, • 28 days holiday (pro rata)\n, • Values lead culture\n, • Ambitious plans for personal growth\n, • Pension\n, • Overtime\n, • Funded Blue Light card for the...\n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

CDP Stores Person - Sutton Coldfield.The Belfry Hotel & Resort is an award-winning destination with 450+ luxurious rooms and suites, a selection of vibrant restaurants and bars, versatile event and meeting spaces and a relaxing leisure club and spa.Our three exceptional golf courses - including the

Wok Chef - 42-44 High Street, Harborne.We are named after Vietnams famous noodle soup-.A rich bowl of broth, rice noodle and plenty of meat (or veggies)! But we also have more amazing things to offer in our menu.Here are some examples of some of the many fresh dishes we cook and serve everyday:.Fres

If you're passionate about fresh food cookery you're likely to be our kind of person and we would love to hear from you!.

Are you ready to fast track your career? Our Senior Sous Chefs are our Head Chefs of the future so this is a great time to join us and grow your career at. Managers or Chefs to the company. Earn while you learn - we partner with national training provider HIT to support our work-based Level 4 Senior

Chef de Partie - Banqueting - Sutton Coldfield.The Belfry Hotel & Resort is an award-winning destination with 450+ luxurious rooms and suites, a selection of vibrant restaurants and bars, versatile event and meeting spaces and a relaxing leisure club and spa.Our three exceptional golf courses - incl

Responsibility for running a safe and compliant kitchen. Running a section of the kitchen throughout a busy service and providing support to your teammates to ensure a fast and accurate delivery. Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ideally with some exposure to banqueting or even

Chef de Partie - Solihull, West Midlands.Managing a section during a shift.This could vary between Fish, Grill, Pantry, Pastry, Sauté/Sauce, Rotisseur, Tournant, Vegetable or Breakfast.Ensure stock levels in the fridges are appropriate to the shift and the business levels in the hotel.Ensure effec

Line Chef - 42-44 High Street, Harborne.We are named after Vietnams famous noodle soup-.A rich bowl of broth, rice noodle and plenty of meat (or veggies)! But we also have more amazing things to offer in our menu.Here are some examples of some of the many fresh dishes we cook and serve everyday:.Fre

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a Head Chef to lead the team at Pannel Croft Retirement Village. \n Are you currently working as a Head Chef or perhaps looking for career progression and believe you have the relevant experience? We would love to hear from you! \n We are looking for a creative and adaptable Chef with a passion for world cuisine. If you have experience crafting authentic... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust have a fantastic opportunity for a part-time Chef to join us at our luxury, independent living Solihull Retirement Village based in Birmingham. \n Are you an experienced Chef who is creative and likes to cook with fresh food? You will be involved with menu planning, special dietary requirements and contribute to the smooth running of the kitchen within a small team. \n Ben... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Caterlink - Chef Manager - Dudley. We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Hurst Hill Primary, Dudley who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. Would suit someone that is ready to step up into a Chef Manager role.

The Role Outline: Your Shift at a Glance.As our Commis Chef, you are the foundation of the kitchen.You are not here to write strategy; you are here to learn, prep, and support the Head Chef and Sous Chef during service.This is your chance to get your hands dirty, master the basics, and start buildin

We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides

As our Commis Chef, you are the foundation of the kitchen. You are not here to write strategy; you are here to learn, prep, and support the Head Chef and Sous Chef during service. You will assist the chefs on your section, controlling portion sizes, checking temperatures, and ensuring every plate lo

You are not here to write strategy; you are here to learn, prep, and support the Head Chef and Sous Chef during service. As our Commis Chef, you are the foundation of the kitchen. You will assist the chefs on your section, controlling portion sizes, checking temperatures, and ensuring every plate lo

As our Sous Chef and Kitchen Team Leader, you are the crucial link between the Head Chef's vision and the reality of a busy service. Operating as a hands-on Sous Chef. You will run your own section flawlessly while controlling the wider flow of work, monitoring portion sizes, and jumping in to assis

As our Kitchen Team Leader and Chef de Partie (CDP), you are the crucial link between the Head Chef's strategy and the reality of a busy service. You will run your own section flawlessly while controlling the wider flow of work, monitoring portion sizes, and jumping in to assist other chefs when the

Skilled Butcher | £17.47 per Hour | UK Right to Work Required | Relocation Opportunity This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced Skilled Butcher within an established food manufacturing business. We provide full relocation support to help make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. Location: South Lincolnshire Salary: £17.47 per hour Role Type: Permanent - Right to Work in the UK required Hours: 37.5 hours per week Shifts: 06:00-16:30, four days between Monday and Friday, with one weekday off Overtime: May be available but is not guaranteed About the Role We are currently recruiting experienced Skilled Butchers to join a well-established food manufacturing business in South Lincolnshire. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals seeking competitive pay, employee benefits and long-term career development. As a Skilled Butcher, you will work on a beef boning line, removing bones from beef primals and preparing cuts for trimming while maintaining product quality, yield, food safety and production standards. Site training on product specifications and procedures will be provided. Benefits Generous holiday entitlement 15% staff discount Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member Career development opportunities Subsidised staff canteen Company pension and life assurance Healthcare and wellbeing benefits, including Aviva Digital GP MyPerks discounts Family-friendly leave policies Free parking Duties Deboning beef primals using knives and bladed machinery Preparing beef cuts for trimming and further processing Working with cuts including topside, thick flank, fillet, collar, blade, ribs, brisket, rump, neck and ribeye Maintaining product quality, yield and efficient production Following knife safety, food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures Keeping knives sterilised and work areas clean Supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge with team members Requirements Previous professional butchery experience and strong knife skills are essential Experience completing a range of beef deboning tasks Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain high standards Good concentration and accuracy in a fast-paced, repetitive environment Understanding of food safety and hygiene procedures Communicative English to understand safety instructions and supervisor directions Food Safety Level 2 is desirable; training can be provided on site Working Environment The role is based in a chilled abattoir and boning hall, with temperatures typically between 2°C and 9°C. The work involves handling raw meat, repetitive hand and wrist movements and extended periods of standing. Mandatory PPE, including chainmail and cut-resistant protection, is provided. The selection process includes a CV review, Teams discussion, site tour and block test. An immediate start is available. Relocation Support This role is based in South Lincolnshire. Through our bespoke "Recruit and Relocate" solution, Workforce can support candidates willing to relocate by assisting with accommodation sourcing and helping them settle into the area. If you are an experienced Skilled Butcher looking for a new opportunity with competitive pay and excellent employee benefits, we would love to hear from you

Alliance Personnel are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Development Chef to join one of our clients based in Birmingham. JOB PURPOSE: To be responsible for writing and cooking new products based on product briefs. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES To write, cook and present new product recipes in preparation for management approval. To be responsible for tweaking and fine-tuning products to meet business needs. To research and develop new product concepts relevant to the business needs. To be able to communicate tweaks in recipes so management can make decisions on product viability. To be responsible for bench marking existing products against competitors’ alternatives. To be responsible for value engineering current products to meet an ever-demanding market. SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES Must be a trained chef to a senior level. Must have experience of developing recipes and products ideally for a manufacturing business. Must have a passion and interest in food. Must be computer literate. * Must be comfortable with handling and tasting all types of food. HOURS OF WORK Flexible 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday SALARY Up to £45,000 Temp to Perm 12 successful weeks on agency

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Blue Arrow are recruiting for experienced chefs to work across Hotels, Care Homes, Nurseries, Golf Clubs & Schools around Birmingham, the Black Country and Worcester. Key responsibilities include: Assisting the chef manager in delivering a high quality and punctual service General food preparation Previous experience as a chef Maintaining stock supplies following FIFO. Washing utensils and dishes Must be able to run a lone section of the kitchen Great communication and team work skills Cook all food to excellent quality Storing and sorting ingredients properly. Passion for food Ability to work under pressure Ensuring food prep areas are clean in line with health and safety and food hygiene procedures. Skills required: Food hygiene level 2 or 3 (dated within the last three years) Happy to clean any areas needed. Has excellent organisation and time-management skills Able to use their own initiative and as work as part of a team Able to communicate/report any issues to the relevant people effectively Hard-working, and reliable. Reliable and punctual Blue Arrow Benefits Dedicated consultants and a 24/7 phone line Weekly pay Dedicated app and portal to see your rotas, shifts etc. Candidates will ideally hold an enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one prior to the role starting. Competitive rates of pay Weekly pay Shifts available for weekdays, evenings & weekends. Previous experience is essential. Click APPLY to submit your CV Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people

We are looking for experienced cook to start work at for our client’s nursing home in Acocks Green, Birmingham. Job description: It will be your job to provide a variety of health and tasty dishes to both staff and home residents taking into account their different dietary requirements. Essential Knowledge: The ability to cook a variety of meals for large groups, Hold a cooking qualification, or possess equivalent experience and knowledge. If you feel you have the skills and experience required to fill this vacancy, then please don’t hesitate to send us your CV

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join the senior kitchen team at one of Birmingham's leading restaurant groups. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef to take the next step in their career within a premium fresh-food environment that places a strong emphasis on quality, development, and internal progression. The Role As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service. You will play a key leadership role, helping to manage and develop the kitchen team, oversee service, and maintain excellent operational standards. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will assist with training and mentoring junior chefs, stock control, ordering, and maintaining food safety compliance. This is a hands-on position within a fast-paced, fresh-food environment, offering the opportunity to further develop your leadership skills and progress your career. About You Previous experience as a Sous Chef within a quality-led restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment Passionate about fresh food, seasonal produce, and delivering exceptional standards Comfortable working in a busy, high-volume kitchen Strong organisation skills and attention to detail Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop A team player who thrives in a professional kitchen environmentWhat's In It for You? Total package of £53,664 Quarterly Bonus's Hourly paid overtime Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing restaurant group Ongoing training and development programmes Opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's best chefs Christmas Day and Boxing Day guaranteed off Annual salary reviews Opportunities to work across multiple sites and broaden your experience Wagestream access Employee Assistance Programme Hospitality reward and recognition schemes A supportive culture focused on development and progressionThis is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef looking to join a business where hard work is recognised, development is encouraged, and progression is genuinely achievable. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

We serve high-quality, fresh food based on a unique combination of classic and creative sushi along with sticks from the grill, bringing a blend of Danish design, Japanese dining and generous hospitality. Helping to take responsibility for all aspects of the operation in the kitchen, from prep and f

Are you ready to fast track your career? Our Senior Sous Chefs are our Head Chefs of the future so this is a great time to join us and grow your career at. Managers or Chefs to the company. Earn while you learn - we partner with national training provider HIT to support our work-based Level 4 Sen

Pastry Chef Solihull Contract: Full Time, Permanent. You will have previous experience of working within a fast-paced kitchen as a Pastry Chef. Experience of making cakes, bread and pastry from scratch will also be welcomed as full training and development will be provided.

As Sous Chef, you'll be number two in the kitchen, supporting your Head Chef lead the team and deputising for the Head Chef as needed. Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef looking to step up in a busy, fast-paced kitchen. Sous Chef, to support the Head Chef and be number two in our kitchen.

You'll be preparing and cooking the Italian food our guests know and love.Think freshly prepared pasta, pizza and Italian favourites, delivered consistently and with pride.You'll work as part of our restaurant team and we understand the importance of achieving a healthy work/life balance.We aim to g

Caterlink - Relief Chef Manager - Dudley. Ideally, you will have experience as an Chef Manager within a contract catering environment, preferably in independent education, or a high-profile business and industry setting.

Chef / Pizza Chef - Birmingham - Resorts World. We'll help you grow to Assistant Head Chef, then even to Head Chef. As an experienced Chef, you are the heart of our open kitchen.

A clear path from Level 1 to Level 3, then on to Sous Chef and Head Chef. Our chefs grow through three levels, based on how many sections of the kitchen you can cover. You'll learn to prep and cook our dishes the right way, alongside experienced chefs who want to see you succeed.

Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service. Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.

We are hiring for a Chef at Joseph Chamberlain College,.

You may have experience in catering as a chef, line cook, breakfast chef, section chef or chef de partie in a restaurant, gastro pub or the wider hospitality sector. As our Breakfast Chef you'll be working across all areas of the kitchen, supporting our Sous Chefs and Head Chef. Earn while you learn

Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef Level 3 apprenticeships and development programs. Inspired by the vibrant food and culture of South America, we create fresh, flavour‑packed dishes in fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchens and our Sous Chefs help bring that fiesta to life. Head Chef to

We are looking for a Grill Chef to join our kitchen team. This role is for a chef who takes pride in their work, enjoys working in a busy kitchen, passionate about grilling and presenting the very best kushiyaki sticks caring about quality, teamwork, and consistency. You’ve worked in a busy kitche

Chefs by Constellation is Constellation's new dedicated culinary division, recruiting and developing chefs from commis to lead chefs. Previous experience of at least a year as a Chef de Partie, or a strong Commis Chef ready to progress. Chef de Partie - Join Our Growing Team (from £17.

Join Our South American Adventure as a Chef. Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs.

Apprentice Chef From £27,989 per year Catering with impact. You will train to be an Army Chef and; Provide everything from fine dining and state banquets to humanitarian aid and disaster relief Be part of a highly respected, specialist team Give soldiers the energy and morale they need to complete

Apprentice Chef From £27,989 per year Catering with impact. You will train to be an Army Chef and; Provide everything from fine dining and state banquets to humanitarian aid and disaster relief Be part of a highly respected, specialist team Give soldiers the energy and morale they need to complete any mission Achieve the highest culinary standards in the most challenging environments * Gain qualifications up to degree level in food, hygiene, and health and safety To qualify, you must be between 16 years 6 months and 35 years 6 months and pass a basic fitness test. Set yourself up for life. During your initial training, you'll earn £27,282. If you set your mind to it, you could reach Corporal within 5 years, earning £40,989. You'll also receive 30 days' annual leave every year (plus bank holidays and extra leave after operations), free medical and dental care, cheaper living costs, and free gym and sports facilities. And unless you're away on operations or training exercises, you'll normally work 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. From your very first day of training with us, you'll be gaining transferrable skills – skills that could set you up for life. You don't need to know how to do the job before you get here, because we'll give you all the entry-level training you need. You'll even get to travel the world, taking part in the Army's adventurous training, and spending dedicated time playing the sports you love. Get skills, get qualified, get confident. You Belong Here. JBRP1_UKTJ

An experienced Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior chef ready to lead. As our Head Chef, you will lead a service that is central to daily life at Compton, shaping menus, developing people and ensuring the food we provide reflects the quality, care and attention to detail we are known for. Love being a ch

We provide bakery solutions including bread, patisserie, breakfast products and speciality bakery products. THE COMPANY : We are a genuine market leader in the provision of bakery products to the foodservice sector. A background within Foodservice wholesale or bakery will be of strong interest Candi

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef to join a busy and fast-paced kitchen.