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Free Meals on Duty, Because Chefs should never work hungry! Wellbeing First, Access to an Employee Assistance Programme including free CBT, health, and financial support. Relief Chef Manager to support both our primary and secondary schools. Relief Chef Manager to cover holidays and sickness.

At Olive Dining, we believe great food brings people together and there's no better place to do that than in schools, where young minds are growing every day.

Job Title: Relief Chef Manager. Experienced Chef Manager with multi-site or high-volume experience.

Job Description Taylor Shaw - Food That Fuels School Days /n /nGood food today.At Drumbeat School, part of Taylor Shaw, we cook fresh, nutritious meals that support focus, energy and wellbeing in schools across the UK.It's simple: good food helps children thrive, and every plate you serve plays a p

At Olive Dining, we believe great food brings people together and there’s no better place to do that than in schools, where young minds are growing every day. Ready to Join the Olive Team? If you’re ready to take the next step in the catering career and want to work somewhere that values people,

In ISS we create places that work, think and give. You will form a key part of this placemaking culture, driving the customer touchpoint journey, as an ambassador of exceptional workplace experience for both the client and ISS Livv. Within the position of Chef Manager, you will be working as part of the workplace experience team, curating a workplace environment that increases well-being, productivity and enhances company culture that our end users want to a part of. Actively seeking opportunities to improve onsite service experience and deploy new initiatives in line with the ISS Global Strategy. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS : Chef Management Managing all kitchen and catering operations. Producing high-quality food consistently. Menu planning and development. Following standard recipes and production schedules. Keeping up with food trends and innovative cooking techniques. Commercial & Financial Management Managing food costs and GP margins. Budget preparation and control. Monitoring contract profitability. Ordering and stock management. Supplier management and purchasing compliance. Client & Business Development Building strong client relationships. Identifying and securing new business opportunities. Presenting and implementing new food concepts and initiatives. Delivering a service that meets and exceeds client expectations. Leadership & Team Management Recruiting, training, and developing kitchen staff. Conducting appraisals and identifying training needs. Leading team meetings and briefings. Maintaining staff training records. Driving high performance and service standards. Compliance & Standards Food safety and hygiene management. Health & Safety compliance. Ensuring cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas. Maintaining company policies and procedures. Completing required administration and reporting accurately. TPBN1_UKCT

England’s fastest-growing school food providers,.We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce,.School Location: New School Location nr Neasden area.Working Days:

As F&B Venue Manager, youll lead the daily rhythm of Hart Shoreditchs restaurant, bar, in-room dining, and event service. This isnt a siloed F&B role,its a holistic leadership position embedded in the wider hotel experience. Youll ensure consistency and excellence across guest service, team engagement, and operational flow, working hand-in-hand with the kitchen, events, and front office teams. From early morning setups to late-night drinks, from intimate private dinners to full venue activations, youll be the connector ensuring the energy, tone, and quality is spot on across every service. Youll bring strategic thinking, warm floor presence, and a flexible mindset to lead a small but dynamic team across the hotels lifestyle spaces. WHAT YOULL DO Guest Experience & Flow Oversee the smooth and consistent delivery of service across breakfast, lunch, dinner, bar and in-room dining Ensure each space lobby, restaurant, bar or private hire is guest-ready, well-presented, and on-brand Resolve guest queries and feedback on the spot, with warmth and confidence Support the setup and hosting of events, activations and private hires Team Leadership Lead and support a multi-skilled front-of-house team across different dayparts Deliver daily briefings, floor coaching, and performance check-ins Champion a flexible team culture that supports all areas of F&B service Support recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and team development Operational & Financial Manage stock levels, ordering, and accurate waste recording Monitor cost of sales and labour against budget and targets Ensure all compliance, licensing, and health & safety measures are met Coordinate service support with maintenance, kitchen, and front office teams Brand, Product & Events Ensure menus, setups, and rituals align with the brand tone and lifestyle positioning Collaborate with the Head of F&B, Head Chef, and Marketing on guest programming and F&B storytelling Support guest feedback tracking and reputation management Flex into event service, partner dinners, and community moments as required ABOUT YOU 2+ years of experience in F&B leadership within hotels or lifestyle hospitality An energetic floor presence with a calm, guest-first approach Strong communication and organisational skills Able to balance strategy, systems, and service excellence Knowledge of modern dining, drinks, and service trends WHY JOIN US At UBA Shoreditch, hospitality is more than service its about atmosphere, creativity, and meaningful connection. As F&B Venue Manager, youll help shape an F&B experience thats modular, stylish, and deeply guest-driven. Youll work across spaces and departments, championing a collaborative, non-siloed approach to lifestyle hospitality. 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. This role covers Slough, Dagenham, Mitcham and Bromley. You must be flexible, hold a full valid UK driving licence and have your own reliable transportation. Benefits include car allowance and mileage. 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... Cover planned and unplanned absence across multiple Caterplus locations Support teams during busy periods or transition Bring consistency, standards and leadership wherever you go Keep kitchens running safely, efficiently and to Caterplus standards Act as the regional specialist for Textured Modified Foods (TMF), delivering training and best practice Build strong relationships with managers and operations teams across the region Role model high standards in H&S, food safety and compliance No two weeks will look the same - you'll work with different teams, strengthen different kitchens and make a visible impact everywhere you go. What can you bring? Senior chef experience Calm, organised and confident under pressure A genuine passion for customer service Strong kitchen management and people leadership A positive, solutions-focused approach TMF experience helpful, though training provided Hours & Region 5 out of 7 days 37.5 hours per week (no late evenings) Covering sites across Slough, Dagenham, Mitcham and Bromley within our over-55 catering communities Car allowance Mileage (33p per mile petrol, 26p per mile electric) Being a Relief Chef Manager at Caterplus gives you: Variety instead of routine More responsibility and autonomy Faster skills development across different sites Wider visibility with senior leaders (accelerates progression) A role where you're the person people rely on when it counts If you enjoy being the chef who can "walk into any kitchen and make it work", you'll thrive here. 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 Company car or car allowance 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

Area Sales Manager (Premium Desserts/Patisserie) Pastry Chefs Ideal £30-40,000 Basic, Company Car and/or Oyster Card for Central London travel, Bonus & Benefits An extremely unique & exciting opportunity here with a Premium Dessert/Patisserie Brand The Company International Manufacturer Premium Desserts/Patisserie Brand Highly regarded worldwide Growing rapidly Well established The Role To cover an area in and around London dealing with high end hospitality customers Manage & develop relationships with existing customers in the London area Customers include Michelin Starred Restaurants, Fine Dining Outlets, 5 Star Hotels To advise & educate customers on the product range and new products To ensure products are displayed effectively within each outlet To increase sales with both existing accounts as well as opening up new accounts Normal office hours no weekend or evening work The Person A Pastry Chef with excellent product knowledge ideal Strong Pastry Chef experience & Qualifications Looking for a role which combines technical knowledge & experience of pastry/patisserie products with customer facing responsibilities Confident, engaging & with excellent communication skills Ability to relate confidently & credibly with other Pastry Chefs Ambitious, driven to succeed and looking for a change in direction Living in the London area DUE TO ANTICIPATED RESPONSE LEVELS WE SHALL ONLY BE ABLE TO CONTACT CANDIDATES WHOSE APPLICATIONS WE WISH TO PROGRESS. IF YOU DO NOT HEAR FROM US YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE DEEMED TO BE UNSUCCESSFUL ON THIS OCCASION. How we use your data - Please note that by responding to this advertisement you will be creating a legitimate interest for Harris Carlton to communicate with you about the position you have applied for. We may also store the information you send us, in order that we may alert you of other similar opportunities which might be of interest to you either now or in the future. We will never share your information with third parties without your prior permission. You have the right to see whatever information we hold about you, and the right to insist that we remove your personal information at your instruction. TPBN1_UKCT

Term Time Only | Monday to Friday | 44.6 Weeks Per Year | £36,000 per annum As Chef Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the catering operation, leading your team to deliver fresh, high-quality meals while maintaining exceptional food safety, customer service, and financial performance. What We Offer We believe in rewarding your hard work with an excellent benefits package, including: Monday to Friday Term time only (44.6 weeks per year) Contributory pension scheme Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Digital GP access for you and your immediate family, plus wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Supermarket discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets Cash rewards programme across a wide range of retailers Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes The opportunity to share discounts and offers with your friends and family What You'll Be Doing Managing the day-to-day catering operation, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and customer service. Leading, motivating and developing a small catering team to deliver exceptional results. Preparing, cooking and serving fresh, nutritious meals to agreed specifications and standards. Ensuring full compliance with food safety, health & safety and company policies. Managing food purchasing, stock control and labour costs to achieve financial targets. Building positive relationships with the school, pupils, staff and visitors. Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment. Driving continuous improvement, innovation and customer satisfaction across the catering service. About You We're looking for someone who has: Strong chef skills with a genuine passion for fresh food. Previous experience managing a successful catering operation in a similar environment. At least two years' catering management experience. Experience leading, motivating and developing a small team. Excellent financial and commercial awareness. Strong organisational and communication skills. A customer-focused approach with the ability to build lasting relationships. A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum). Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and catering systems. The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards. About Us 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/2808/42476001/52819274/R/SU #Pabulum 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

Location: Shoreditch, London Salary: £40k £45k per annum Contract: Full-Time Hours: 45-48 hrs/week Everyone at Kong shapes a guest's day; nobody more than the managers, without whom our house does not run. Kong will be fast-paced and demanding, with best-in-class service, regular queues, and a large team to lead and grow with humility and care. You wont do it alone: on busy nights, fellow managers and 4050 Kongers will be with you, all pulling the same way. Youll be trusted to do the right thing, protect the standards, and pursue hospitality beyond the expected. Who we hope to find You have been working as a Floor Manager in a high-volume bar/restaurant for the past few years. Youre best-in-class in everything you do and want to find an environment thats as obsessive about quality as you are and helps you flourish. You have a keen eye for detail, consistently uphold the highest standards, and ensure every shift is in the safest possible hands. Youre a great leader who really cares about your people. Your big-hearted approach will make coaching and developing other team members a natural focus. You make your guests and team happy. Committed to making every touchpoint count. The practical bits A team meal with every shift. A competitive salary, tronc included, paid monthly. Full-time across five days, with Monday to Sunday availability. Your rota published at least six days ahead - room to plan a life around it. Kong is open from early till late, so shifts come in every shape: mornings, middles and evenings, not an endless run of late closes. Flexibility required across a 15-hour operational day, 8am11pm. Proper paid holiday the usual allowance, at your usual rate. And we close on Christmas Day and New Years Day. No costumes here. Our dress code is smart-casual jackets and trainers are absolutely fine. Youll need the right to work in the UK. We check the paperwork for every role, the same way for everyone. Students, including Student visa holders eligible to work in the UK, are very welcome to apply for our host, server, and bar roles. How we take care of our team Growing from within Training starts on day one, and it doesn't stop there. We aim to promote 80% of our roles from within, so as Kong grows, the people who built it grow with it. Financial Free weekly wage advances and emergency cash. Access to our savings support & financial health planning tool. A monthly allowance to eat at Kong the way a guest does. Whenever you're off duty, you and up to three guests get 50% off during the day and 25% off in the evening Health and headspace Every manager is fully trained in first aid, for bodies and for minds. Someone to talk to in confidence when life gets heavy. Maternity and paternity leave that treats a growing family as the good news it is. Time together The whole house together through the year: a big New Year celebration and a summer festival. Long service, properly marked. After four years with us, we take you from one Kong to the other: a trip to Hong Kong with our co-founder, Chef Andrew Wong TPBN1_UKCT

Chef Job Description (The Elm Tree) Job Title Chef Location The Elm Tree Reports To General Manager / Operations Manager Job Purpose The Chef at The Elm Tree will be responsible for delivering high-quality food, maintaining exceptional kitchen standards, and ensuring a safe, efficient, and profitable kitchen operation. The successful candidate will be passionate about food, organised, reliable, and capable of working in a fast-paced hospitality environment while consistently producing excellent dishes and maintaining high standards of presentation. Key Responsibilities Food Preparation & Service * Prepare, cook, and present all dishes to company standards. • Ensure food is prepared and served within agreed ticket times., • Maintain consistency in quality, portion control, and presentation., • Support menu development and contribute new ideas where appropriate., • Ensure all food leaving the kitchen meets quality expectations. Kitchen Operations * Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment., • Ensure all kitchen equipment is used correctly and maintained appropriately., • Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements to management., • Minimise food waste and actively manage kitchen costs., • Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen. Food Safety & Compliance * Ensure full compliance with all food hygiene regulations and company policies., • Follow all HACCP procedures and maintain accurate food safety records., • Ensure correct food storage, labelling, stock rotation, and temperature monitoring., • Maintain a Food Hygiene rating that reflects the highest operational standards., • Follow all allergen procedures and ensure allergen information is always accurate and available. Teamwork * Work closely with front-of-house and management teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience., • Support the training and development of kitchen team members., • Promote a positive, professional, and team-focused working environment., • Demonstrate flexibility and assist with additional duties when required. Skills & Experience Essential * Previous experience working as a chef in a busy hospitality environment., • Excellent food preparation and cooking skills., • Strong knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety procedures., • Ability to work effectively under pressure., • Excellent organisational and time-management skills., • A positive attitude and strong work ethic. Desirable * Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate., • Experience working in a high-volume pub kitchen., • Experience with stock control and ordering., • Knowledge of HACCP procedures. Personal Attributes * Passionate about food and hospitality., • Reliable and punctual., • Professional and well-presented., • Flexible and adaptable., • A strong team player with excellent communication skills. What We Offer * Competitive rates of pay., • Career development opportunities., • Training and support., • A friendly and supportive working environment., • The opportunity to be part of a growing hospitality business. The Elm Tree is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. TPBN1_UKCT

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Chef Manager to core feed 200 students a day. Chef Manager to lead and motivate a team of 4.

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Chef Manager to build rapport with children, staff and parents. Chef Manager to manage the day to day of the kitchen, including allergens, stock and ordering.

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Chef Manager - Secondary School -. Chef Manager to lead and motivate a team of 15.

Executive Chef Manager - Independent EducationCentral LondonUp to 55,000 per annumMonday to Friday | 7:00am-3:30pm Are you an experienced Executive Chef or Chef Manager who wants to lead a high-quality, fresh-food operation in a prestigious independent school? We are recruiting for an exciting oppor

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Chef Manager to build rapport with children, staff and parents. Chef Manager to manage the day to day of the kitchen, including allergens, stock and ordering.

Chef Manager - South Croydon, London. We are looking for a Chef Manager to join one of our school catering teams.

Your day-to-day will include:Prospecting and acquiring new premium independent restaurants across key cities in the UK, including AA Guide, fine dining, and high-end independent conceptsBuilding a strong understanding of your target cities and identifying the independent restaurants with the highest

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Chef Manager to core feed 400 children a day. Chef Manager to lead and motivate a team of 5.

We are looking for a Chef Manager to lead one of our school catering teams.

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Chef Manager to build rapport with children, staff and parents. Chef Manager to manage the day to day of the kitchen, including allergens, stock and ordering.

We are looking for a Chef Manager to lead one of our school catering teams.

Sous chef or Chef Manager previous experience within education. Now, we're on the lookout for a Chef Manager to help us create delicious dishes and keep our kitchens running smoothly, with plenty of smiles along the way in the kitchen. Chef Manager to core feed 300 children a day.

Chef Manager, Head Chef, Cook, Café Manager, Deli Manager or Workplace Catering Lead. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef, café manager or catering professional looking for a. If you're an experienced chef or catering professional looking for a stable weekday management role,

Relief Chef Manager to work within a large team. Relief Chef Manager - Oxted - Oxted. Now, we're on the lookout for a Relief Chef Manager to help us create delicious dishes and keep our kitchens running smoothly, with plenty of smiles along the way in the kitchen.

We are looking to hire an experienced pastry chef to aid in the supervision of a team of 35 chefs.

Now, we're on the lookout for a Chef Manager to take the lead in the kitchen. As Chef Manager, you'll be the friendly face leading the kitchen team and the driving force behind everything we serve. Experience in a similar chef or catering manager role.

This is an excellent permanent opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager, Catering Manager or Kitchen Manager looking for an interesting career within the education and contract catering sector. As the Chef Manager, you will be pivotal in elevating the college's catering service. You will be a qua

Are you dedicated to delivering great service and want to join a growing company that looks after its people? Have you got skills and experience in a catering role with a customer focused mind-set?.If so then we have got the role for you,.Apleona, an FM provider committed to delivering a high qualit

Kitchen / Chef Manager Salary: £43,000 per annum Calcot, Reading. We are recruiting for?Kitchen/Chef Manager?to join the team. Joining us as a?Kitchen/Chef Manager you will be working as part of a dedicated team.

This job is with Compass Group UK & Ireland, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.Please do not contact the recruiter directly.We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits p

Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday.

Impact Food Group is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to travel between sites, leading kitchens and delivering high-quality, fresh food.

Gather & Gather is hiring an Area Support Chef Manager to lead hands-on kitchen operations across multiple sites in London and surrounding areas.

Olive Dining Ltd is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to support school catering across primary and secondary settings.

We believe people are the most important ingredient in our business and we are looking for an experienced Chef Manager with fantastic craft skills and a background of developing and leading a team. The Chef Manager is responsible for overseeing the culinary operations within the school, ensuring hig

You should have Head Chef/Chef Manager experience in contract catering and hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent, plus Level 3 Food Hygiene. Thomas Franks is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to support our South M25 region and surrounding areas.