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Group Chef \n Location: Field-based across West Sussex South London Reading Surrey (Head Office: Mundells, Welwyn Garden City) \n Salary Range: £36,857 - £38,122 per annum (DOE) \n Hours: 35 per week Term Time + 1 week 40 weeks per year \n Reports to: Senior Operations Manager \n HCL are leading contract caterers with a focus on school feeding. We have a commitment to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and engaging food experiences for children and staff across our primary schools, secondary schools, and commercial sites. We pride ourselves on our dynamic culture and our commitment to excellence. \n The Group Chef plays a critical role in ensuring kitchens remain fully staffed, operational, and deliver high-quality food and service safely across multiple education sites. This position supports the Senior Operations Manager by managing the mobile workforce, supporting compliance with food safety and operational standards, and assisting with kitchen mobilisations and community engagement activities. Key Responsibilities for Group Chef \n Workforce Planning & Deployment \n Manage and deploy a mobile catering team to ensure kitchens remain fully staffed. Plan rotas, coordinate cover, and work with senior managers to anticipate staffing needs. \n People Management \n Lead, support, and develop a mobile workforce, including line management responsibilities. Oversee training, performance, and absence management, ensuring HR compliance. \n Operational Support \n Provide hands-on kitchen support when needed, maintain food quality standards, and monitor performance (food cost, labour, waste). Support site engagement activities and digital systems. \n Compliance & Safety \n Ensure high standards in Food Safety, Health & Safety, and allergen management across all sites. \n Recruitment & Retention \n Recruit and retain mobile team members, supporting wider site recruitment and engagement initiatives. \n Mobilisation Support \n Assist with new site set-ups and transitions, including equipment, onboarding, and systems implementation. \n About You as a Group Chef \n\n • Experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager (multi-site/mobile preferred)\n, • Strong leadership and team management skills\n, • Solid knowledge of food safety, H&S, and allergens\n, • Organised, adaptable, and able to work across multiple locations\n, • Passionate about food quality and customer service\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel\n\n Apply Now \n If you’re a forward-thinking Group Chef who thrives on leading teams, driving high standards, and delivering exceptional food and customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you..

National Pop-Up Events | Logistics | FMCG Activations | Operational Leadership \n Ready to lead the operational engine behind one of the UK's fastest-growing direct marketing businesses? \n Do you thrive on bringing hundreds of moving parts together, balancing logistics, people, compliance and commercial performance to deliver exceptional results? \n At Croci Collective, we don't organise events. We deliver high-performing sales activations at them across the US, Ireland and the US for the likes of HelloFresh, Green Chef, tails. com, The Modern Milkman, Beer 52. \n Every week our teams operate across multiple consumer exhibitions, retail venues and live events throughout the UK and Ireland on behalf of leading FMCG and subscription brands. Behind every successful campaign is an operational machine coordinating people, equipment, logistics, compliance and performance. \n We're now looking for a commercially minded Head of Operations to lead that machine. \n Working alongside the CEO, you'll play a key role in building scalable operational excellence while remaining close to the day-to-day delivery of a fast-moving, ambitious business. \n P.S. We love fun, engaging and friendly people who genuinely represent our culture. \n The Role at a Glance: \n Head of Operations \n Hybrid - London Based with Regular UK Event Travel (ideally 2 hours from London) \n £70,000 - £80,000 DOE + Up to £20,000 Performance Bonus (OTE £100,000) \n Plus Car Allowance / Travel Support, Potential Profit Share Opportunity & More \n Full Time - Permanent \n Reporting to: CEO \n Company: High-Growth Direct Marketing & Consumer Events Business \n Your Background / Skills: Operations Leadership, Logistics, Pop-Up Events, Experiential Marketing, FMCG Activations, Workforce Planning, IR35 Compliance, Contractor Management, Warehouse Operations, Compliance \n Welcome to Croci Collective \n We are Croci Collective, one of the UK's fastest-growing direct marketing businesses specialising in subscription product sales through consumer exhibitions, retail activations and live events nationwide. \n As we continue to scale, including exciting international growth plans, we're looking for a Head of Operations who can build operational excellence while remaining close to the detail that makes our business successful. \n Where You'll Make an Impact: \n This isn't a traditional corporate operations role. \n Likewise, this isn't an event organiser position. \n We're looking for someone who understands the operational challenges behind delivering multiple pop-up activations nationwide, rather than organising one-off corporate events or conferences. \n You'll lead the operational delivery behind multiple live campaigns running simultaneously across the UK, overseeing logistics, workforce deployment, warehouse operations, contractor compliance, transport planning and operational performance to ensure every campaign is delivered safely, efficiently and profitably. \n Working closely with the CEO, you'll strengthen operational processes, improve scalability and continue building the infrastructure needed to support Croci's ambitious growth plans. \n What Your Day Might Look Like: \n • Leading operational delivery across nationwide pop-up events and exhibition campaigns \n • Overseeing workforce planning, logistics, transport, accommodation and equipment movement \n • Managing operational activity across multiple concurrent live events and activations \n • Supporting warehouse operations and logistics planning in a client facing - events, promotions, brand events or related space. \n • Leading freelance workforce planning, deployment and contractor management \n • Ensuring operational compliance, including a strong understanding of IR35 and contractor engagement \n • Monitoring Health & Safety, operational risk and compliance across field activities \n • Managing relationships with venues, organisers, suppliers and client stakeholders \n • Developing scalable SOPs, workflows and operational processes \n • Driving KPI reporting, operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives \n • Supporting operational budgeting, campaign profitability and cost control \n • Coaching, mentoring and developing Operational Managers and wider teams \n • Acting as the senior escalation point for operational challenges and client delivery \n About You: \n You'll probably come from a business where operational logistics are critical to successful delivery. \n Perhaps you've worked within field marketing, retail activation, experiential marketing, consumer events, exhibition services, FMCG or another operationally complex environment involving multiple concurrent sites and large field-based teams. \n You'll likely bring: \n • Proven experience leading complex operational functions within fast-paced environments \n • Strong experience managing logistics across multiple live projects, campaigns or field operations \n • Experience managing freelance or contractor workforces, with a sound understanding of IR35 compliance \n • Knowledge of warehouse, transport or field logistics operations \n • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing operational budgets and performance \n • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple moving parts \n • Experience leading managers and building high-performing operational teams \n • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills \n • A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the confidence to roll your sleeves up whenever needed \n If you're an operational leader who enjoys solving complex logistical challenges, leading people and building scalable operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today and help shape the next chapter of Croci Collective's growth journey. \n Application notice... 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Deputy Group Chef \n Location: Field-based across Chef West Sussex South London Reading Surrey (Head Office: Mundells, Welwyn Garden City) \n Salary: £17.55 per hour (£27,023 per annum) \n Hours: 35 hours per week \n Schedule: Term Time Only plus 3 inset days (38.6 weeks) \n Reports to: Group Chef \n HCL are leading contract caterers with a focus on school feeding. We have a commitment to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and engaging food experiences for children and staff across our primary schools, secondary schools, and commercial sites. We pride ourselves on our dynamic culture and our commitment to excellence. \n The Deputy Group Chef plays a critical role in ensuring kitchens remain fully staffed, operational, and deliver high-quality food and service safely across multiple education sites. This position supports the Group Chef by managing the mobile workforce, supporting compliance with food safety and operational standards, and assisting with kitchen mobilisations and community engagement activities. \n Key Responsibilities for Deputy Group Chef \n Workforce Planning & Deployment \n Assist with the deployment of a mobile catering team, to ensure kitchens remain fully staffed. Help plan rotas, coordinate cover, and work alongside with Group Chef to anticipate staffing needs. \n People Management \n Work in partnership with the Group Chef to support and develop a mobile workforce, including line management responsibilities. Assist with training, performance, and absence management, ensuring HR compliance. \n Operational Support \n Provide hands-on kitchen support when needed, maintain food quality standards, and monitor performance (food cost, labour, waste). Support site engagement activities and digital systems. \n Compliance & Safety \n Ensure high standards in Food Safety, Health & Safety, and allergen management across all sites. \n Recruitment & Retention \n Assist with the recruitment and retention of mobile team members, contributing to wider site recruitment and engagement initiatives. \n Mobilisation Support \n Assist with new site set-ups and transitions, including equipment, onboarding, and systems implementation. \n About You as a Deputy Group Chef \n\n • Experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager (multi-site/mobile preferred)\n, • Strong leadership and team management skills\n, • Solid knowledge of food safety, H&S, and allergens\n, • Organised, adaptable, and able to work across multiple locations\n, • Passionate about food quality and customer service\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel\n\n Apply Now \n If you’re a proactive Deputy Group Chef who enjoys working alongside senior leadership, supporting teams, and upholding high standards while delivering great food and customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time \n Work Pattern: Working on a rolling rota of 3 consecutive days on and 3 consecutive days off \n Hours: 35 per week (average) (10 hours shifts 8am to 6pm) - Days and Weekends \n Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty. \n About Friends Place, Calcot \n Friends Place, Calcot is more than just a care home - It’s a vibrant, welcoming community designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care. \n Run by Friends of the Elderly, where we pride ourselves on delivering personalised, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility. \n Located in the heart of Calcot, Reading, our home features a cinema, a salon, a tea room and a vibrant bar designed to create a warm and homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and supported. \n The modern facilities are designed to create a warm and homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and supported. \n We are recruiting for Kitchen/Chef Manager to join the team. \n Joining us as a Kitchen/Chef Manager you will be working as part of a dedicated team. On a day to day basis you will lead and manage the catering team with the day-to-day production & services within an agreed budget and standards for the Kitchen. You will create an atmosphere where a passion for great food and service is embedded within the team and demonstrate a positive, respectful and professional approach. You will prioritise collaboration, mutual support and collective success in achieving team goals. \n With the residents at the heart of everything you do, you will plan and cost menus in keeping within agreed budgets and ensure that standards are consistently maintained. \n You will embrace a challenge delivering with a can-do attitude and you will be dedicated to maintaining hygienic and safe working practices in compliance with; legislation & company Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Policies. \n We are looking for a catering professional with a relevant food handling qualification and with good experience in a similar role, who will be committed to continuous improvement, constantly seeking opportunities for learning. \n You’ll need to have the ability to use various forms of digital technology to assist with ordering supplies along with the ability to organise and be methodical with tasks. With a good standard of number skills, you'll have the ability to do basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. \n An excellent team player, you’ll be able to recognise and report situations where there might be a need for safeguarding. \n This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day. \n Why Join Friends of the Elderly? \n Heritage of Care: Work with a trusted organisation backed by over a century of expertise. \n Non-Profit Mission: Be part of a charity that prioritises people, not profit. While we take a commercial approach to our work, we are not for profit and we are committed to our charitable values. \n State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead a cutting-edge care home designed for comfort and community. \n Professional Development: Access training and career development opportunities. \n Make Your Mark \n This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture and success of a brand-new care home, leaving a lasting impact on residents’ lives and the community. \n In return for your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a wealth of benefits: \n\n • Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.\n, • Generous annual leave.\n, • Wellbeing support through various initiatives, including an employee assistance programme.\n, • Learning, development, and progression opportunities.\n, • Monthly prize draw, with 3 prizes to be won.\n, • Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.\n, • Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earned.\n, • Health cash plans for you and your family.\n, • Cycle to work scheme.\n, • Long service awards that increase with length of service.\n, • Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.\n, • Uniforms are provided\n, • Free DBS checks.\n\n Safeguarding: \n Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values, and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away. \n Criminal record checks: \n As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome. \n Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record. \n Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: \n Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same. \n Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference. \n We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK. \n Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time \n Work Pattern: Working on a rolling rota of 3 consecutive days on and 3 consecutive days off \n Hours: 35 per week (average) (10 hours shifts 8am to 6pm) - Days and Weekends \n Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides ca... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. \n Role: Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 104 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. \n Location: Cedar Park Day Nursery | Twyford | RG10 9PP. \n Contract: Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. \n Working pattern: Monday-Friday 07:00-15:30 / 07:15-15:45 \n Salary: £25,330.50-£31,200 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.99-£16.00 per hour. \n \n We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed. \n \n Why join us? \n\n • Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.\n, • Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax-free.\n, • Family childcare savings: If you have children or grandchildren, there's the potential for you to benefit from generously discounted childcare at Childbase Partnership nurseries, with savings of 75% for parents, and 40% for grandparents, depending on your contracted hours.\n, • Exclusive partner benefits: Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.\n, • Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service.\n, • Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy.\n\n About us \n\n • We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend.\n, • We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes.\n, • We are community driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity.\n, • We are environmentally responsible: Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy.\n\n About you \n\n • You are passionate about preparing wholesome, healthy meals: You have professional catering experience and can prepare and cook a range of foods from a set-menu, using fresh ingredients, providing suitable alternatives for children with allergies and dietary requirements.\n, • You are diligent: Your attention to detail, knowledge of COSHH, allergens, manual handling and environmental health legislation, alongside your Food Hygiene training, will ensure you and your Kitchen Assistant maintain 5-star hygiene standards within your kitchen.\n, • You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure the well-being and dietary needs of every child are met and their understanding of healthy eating is promoted.\n, • You are collaborative: In partnership with the Nursery Manager, you will contribute towards the profitability of the nursery by managing the kitchen budget, build respectful relationships with colleagues, children and parents and effectively lead and mentor your Kitchen Assistant.\n\n \n We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step. \n \n Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! \n Your Benefits and Rewards \n\n • \n Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week \n • \n Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection \n • \n Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral \n • \n Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies \n • \n Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it \n • \n Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services \n • \n Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax \n • \n Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide \n\n Your Experience and Qualifications \n\n • \n A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents \n • \n Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent \n • \n Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team \n • \n Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition \n • \n The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes \n • \n Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus \n • \n Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard \n • \n Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH \n • \n Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) \n\n Your Role and Responsibilities \n\n • \n Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required \n • \n Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality \n • \n Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards \n • \n Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch \n • \n Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas \n • \n Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control \n • \n Create a warm, efficient and fun environment \n • \n Ongoing recruitment and retention \n • \n Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house \n\n As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. \n We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. \n Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. \n Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! \n *Terms & conditions apply \n \n 0854 \n

Join Our Culinary Team as a Head Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes! \n At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we're dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live each day to the full. We believe in celebrating the privilege of aging and embracing it with open arms. Since our inception in 1997, we've been committed to delivering outstanding care across all our homes in England and Wales. \n As a family-run provider, we understand the importance of nurturing relationships, and that's why our care revolves around family values. Each of our homes is equipped with innovative facilities and supported by a dedicated care team, ensuring a comfortable stay alongside the highest quality care available. \n \n About the Role: \n Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a rewarding role where you can work with fresh seasonal food and make a real difference in people's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Head Chef to join our team at Hallmark Care Homes, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. \n As a Head Chef, you'll have the opportunity to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You'll have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus tailored around our residents' preferences. Working with fresh produce, you'll cook high-quality and wholesome dishes, ensuring that every meal is cooked to the highest standards. \n \n Your Responsibilities: \n\n • Menu Development: Tailor menus around residents' preferences and ensure person-centred hospitality.\n, • Culinary Excellence: Work with fresh produce to create high-quality and wholesome dishes that meet our residents' dietary needs.\n, • Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, inspire, and develop a team of culinary professionals.\n, • Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while maintaining high standards of food quality.\n, • Audits and Stock Control: Complete regular audits and manage stock control to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.\n\n \n What Makes a Hallmark Care Home Head Chef \n\n • Personable and Warm: You have a genuine interest in the well-being of our residents and create a warm and welcoming environment.\n, • Qualifications: Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualifications in culinary arts.\n, • Leadership Experience: Experience in leading, motivating, and inspiring a culinary team.\n, • Nutrition Knowledge: A good understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements.\n, • Culinary Skills: Experience working with fresh seasonal food and creating appetising and nutritious menus.\n, • HACCP: Good understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles.\n\n \n Reap the Rewards \n Your dedication and hard work will be celebrated with a competitive salary, outstanding training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. But that's not all! Here's what else you can expect: \n\n • Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.\n, • Skyrocket Your Career: Avail yourself of industry-leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.\n, • Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.\n, • Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.\n, • Balance is Key: Experience a fulfilling work-life balance, nurturing your well-being.\n\n If you're ready to join a team that values excellence, compassion, and culinary creativity, apply now and become part of our supportive community at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes! \n Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. \n We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options, you’d like to request in making your application, please contact the recruitment team on or send an email to

Craft Culinary Delights: Join Our Bighearted Team as a Sous Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes and Serve up Joyful Dining Experiences! \n At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we're dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live each day to the full. We believe in celebrating the privilege of aging and embracing it with open arms. Since our inception in 1997, we've been committed to delivering outstanding care across all our homes in England and Wales. \n As a family-run provider, we understand the importance of nurturing relationships, and that's why our care revolves around family values. Each of our homes is equipped with innovative facilities and supported by a dedicated care team, ensuring a comfortable stay alongside the highest quality care available. \n \n Are you a culinary artist with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences? \n At Hallmark Care Homes, we offer more than just a job; we provide an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. As a Sous Chef, you'll collaborate with our Head Chef to elevate our culinary offerings to new heights, using only the freshest seasonal ingredients to craft nutritious, flavourful, and well-balanced menus tailored to the preferences of our residents. \n \n The Ideal Sous Chef: \n\n • Warm and Personable: Genuinely cares for residents' well-being and fosters a welcoming dining environment.\n, • Culinary Qualifications: Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications.\n, • Nutrition Enthusiast: Demonstrates a good understanding of nutrition and the art of working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.\n, • Engagement: Engages with residents to design appetising and nutritious menus that cater to their preferences.\n, • Food Safety: Maintains a good understanding of HACCP food safety standards, ensuring the highest levels of hygiene and safety.\n\n \n What You'll Be Doing: \n\n • Kitchen Leadership: Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, fostering a warm and efficient atmosphere.\n, • Menu Development: Assist in developing innovative and enticing menus that delight our residents.\n, • Creative Culinary Crafting: Use fresh produce to craft high-quality, wholesome dishes that exceed expectations.\n, • Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while maintaining stock control to ensure efficiency.\n, • Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits to uphold excellence in culinary standards and food safety.\n\n \n What's in it for You? \n Enjoy a remarkable work-life balance! With no evenings and every other weekend off, you'll have the freedom to shine in your culinary artistry and make a genuine impact on our residents' lives. \n Rewarding You With Benefits That Truly Matter \n \n At Hallmark, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re committed to offering benefits that genuinely make a difference to your life. We listen to our team, understand what matters most, and support you every step of the way—physically, mentally, and financially. \n \n What You Can Expect \n \n Financial Wellbeing & Security, Career Growth & Development, Recognition & Appreciation \n\n • \n Competitive pay – we are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer (or above) \n • \n Annual salary reviews \n • \n Joining bonus available in some homes \n • \n Enhanced pay for working bank holidays (in care homes) \n • \n Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £1000 for each successful referral \n • \n Enrolment onto our Westfield Cash back plan \n • \n Excellent induction and continuous professional training & career Development Pathways \n • \n Free Nurse PIN subscription renewal & Free RCNi Nurse subscription (if required) \n\n \n Extra Perks You'll Love \n\n • \n Free uniform \n • \n Free Blue Light Card \n\n Reap the Rewards \n Your dedication and hard work will be celebrated with a competitive salary, outstanding training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. But that's not all! Here's what else you can expect: \n\n • Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.\n, • Skyrocket Your Career: Avail yourself of industry-leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.\n, • Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.\n, • Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.\n, • Balance is Key: Experience a fulfilling work-life balance, nurturing your well-being.\n\n At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we believe in the power of collaboration and creativity to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. If you're ready to unleash your culinary passion and make a positive impact in a warm and supportive environment, we invite you to apply and become part of our bighearted team! Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportuni

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?. 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

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Development Chef / NPD Chef, UK Chilled Food-to-Go Great Foods is an established Egyptian grower and manufacturer of tomato, vegetable and pulse products, supplying retailers and manufacturers across the UK, EU and North America since 1978. We are launching a range of chilled food-to-go products into the UK market: grain and Mediterranean bowls, fresh pasta pots and salad bowls, built from produce we grow and process ourselves. We are looking for a Development Chef to create the recipes and help us win the listings. This is a hands-on product development role, not a restaurant one. You will turn our raw ingredients into finished, retailer-ready chilled products that taste excellent, hit a target cost per unit, and can be manufactured at scale. What you will do: • Develop hero recipes for chilled bowls, pasta pots and Mediterranean lines from concept to tasting-ready sample, • Cost recipes, manage ingredient declarations and allergens, and reformulate to protect margin, • Design for shelf life, chill and reheat performance, and factory scalability, • Prototype pack formats, including sealed pot and bowl concepts, • Present and cook tastings for retail and manufacturer buyers alongside our commercial team, • Help spec and set up our Reading test kitchen What you bring: • Proven NPD experience in UK chilled, ready meals or food-to-go, ideally from a retailer own-label programme or a chilled food manufacturer (for example M&S, Waitrose, Greencore, Bakkavor, Charlie Bigham's, Samworth, Oscar Mayer), • Strong commercial literacy: costing, target pricing, spec and technical basics, • Confidence presenting and tasting to category buyers, • A feel for provenance and flavour, and genuine interest in developing from a grower that controls its own supply from farm to finished product Based at our office in Reading, with easy reach of the M4 corridor. We are open to freelance, contract or permanent depending on fit, and happy to start on a project basis to develop an initial range. • To apply, message me directly with a short note on relevant chilled or food-to-go products you have developed.

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Are you looking for a rewarding Chef Manager role that offers career development, creativity, and a genuine work/life balance?. People are at the heart of everything we do, and were looking for a talented Chef Manager with strong craft skills and a passion for leading and developing teams to join ou

Previous experience in a similar Head Chef role i. We want to hear from inspired chefs who love creating amazing food from the best ingredients and have a keen eye for detail and high standards but with bags of flair and creativity. Support, mentor and train any talented junior chefs in the brigade.

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We are looking for a passionate innovative chef to join our friendly small kitchen team in Aldermaston.

We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you'll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.

Are you a Chef looking for the perfect work-life balance? This opportunity might just be your perfect fit. Become a valued member of our staff bank at Thornford park in the role of Bank Chef and enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule. Supporting the Head Chef for the da

We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join our team. Continuous development extends to your team too, and youll provide the strong leadership and coaching needed to keep standards and performance at the highest level, always encouraging new initiatives.

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We're serious about the future of our business: that's why we offer superb training, development and opportunities to our Chefs.And we're serious about our business: we've invested over £100m across our De Vere hotels and venues up and down the country.A Chef career with De Vere, whether you are a

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Commis Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a part time basis, contracted to 32 hours per week. As a Commis Chef, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for o

Confident working independently and making decisions during service. Recent experience as a Chef xwwtmva de Partie or above. We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join a busy, well-organised kitchen.

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If you are a DBS Chef looking for steady hours, daytime shifts and a more balanced working week, this is a great opportunity. We are supplying DBS Chefs across a wide range of schools, hospitals and care homes throughout Reading and Berkshire, with flexible weekday work ready to go. What you get £1

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GR8 Connect is proud to be recruiting for a talented and motivated Chef de Partie to join a prestigious kitchen team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Chef de Partie Windsor (Full-Time, Permanent).

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A passionate Head Chef is sought for a care home role focusing on creating nutritious, high-quality meals with a focus on resident well-being and team leadership.

The Head Chef will lead the kitchen team, create menus, and ensure high standards of food quality and service for residents.

At Heartwood Collection, were on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Chef de Partie.

Seeking a passionate Chef De Partie to assist in dish preparation and delivery for a luxury hotel's outlets.

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Apprentice Chef for the British Army, providing catering for various events and operations, with full training provided and opportunities for travel and qualifications.

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Chefs don't make mistakes; they create new dishes" Elizabeth Brigg The Class 1 Personnel team is expanding! Our brand-new Reading branch is seeking Chefs looking for freelance work to join our network. Opportunities span across a wide range of industries, kitchens and events in the Greater Reading area. What We're Looking For We welcome chefs who are: Passionate about creating high-quality food Able to work confidently in fast-paced or unfamiliar kitchens Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented Strong communicators who work well under pressure Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures Flexible with shifts (daytime, evenings, weekends) We also require food hygiene certification. Some placements may require further certifications including DBS Roles & Responsibilities Depending on your level and placement, you may include but not be limited to: Prepare and cook dishes to specification Support service across a variety of stations Maintain a clean, safe working environment Assist with menu prep and stock rotation Lead kitchen sections or supervise junior staff (higher-level roles) Step into short-notice temporary shifts with confidence What We Offer ✔ Competitive hourly rates based on experience ranging between £17-£23 per hour ✔ Flexible work that fits your schedule ✔ Holiday pay accrued for every hour you work ✔ A wide variety of placements to build your skills and portfolio ✔ Supportive agency team to match you to the right roles and help throughout the process ✔ Opportunities for permanent or long-term ongoing assignments We want to hear from you! If you're looking for freelance chef work and want flexible, rewarding and reliable opportunities apply today to speak to the team about what we can do for you

School Chef's- £19 - £25 an hour Enhance Catering is recruiting School Cooks to lead the catering operations for our client's school sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, hands-on chef's who enjoys leading a team, working with fresh ingredients, and delivering a high-quality food service. We are recruiting for a September start with a lot of ongoing temporary and permanent roles available across Reading. Pay will be £19 to £25 an hour. What You'll be doing Lead and manage the day-to-day catering operation Prepare and deliver fresh, seasonal food to a consistently high standard Manage, motivate, and develop the kitchen team Ensure full compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and due diligence requirements Build and maintain positive working relationships with onsite stakeholders and clients Oversee stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation Drive food quality, consistency, and presentation What We Offer Industry Leading Pay Rates - Competitive hourly rates for all Chef roles. £19-£25 an hour Holiday Pay when YOU need it - We calculate your holiday pay separately, and you can request at anytime - perfect for planned breaks or last minute getaways. Dedicated Consultant - Our specialist consultants work closely with you to secure the best placements across the industry that match your skill set & preference. Total Flexibility - You are in full control of your schedule. Choose when and where you work Exclusive Discounts & Benefits - Access to Benefit Hub, giving you savings in major shops, restaurants, bars, gyms and much more. Free Access to Industry Qualifications - Including enhanced DBS and catering qualifications such as food safety level 2. If this role sounds like the right fit for you, wed love to hear from you. Successful candidates may need to complete relevant background checks If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please include details in your application. All information will be handled confidentially and in line with GDPR requirements. INDEN TPBN1_UKCT

Kitchen Assistant A reliable Kitchen Assistant is required to support food preparation, meal service, food hygiene, kitchen operations and customer service within a welcoming Extra Care dining environment. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Catering Assistant, Food Service Assistant, General Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, Dining Assistant, Restaurant Assistant, Café Assistant, Food Preparation Assistant, Hospitality Assistant, Care Home Catering Assistant SALARY: £13.45 per hour + Benefits LOCATION: Reading, Berkshire (RG30) JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 20 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 1:30pm JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly catering team supporting the delivery of high-quality meals and excellent customer service within an Extra Care setting. As the Kitchen Assistant you will help with food preparation, meal service, packed teas, kitchen cleanliness, stock rotation and front-of-house support, while maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety and resident care. The Kitchen Assistant will work closely with the Chef Manager and wider team to help create a safe, welcoming and well-run dining experience for residents every day. DUTIES Your duties as the Kitchen Assistant include: • Food Preparation and Service: Support food preparation and meal service, including preparing packed teas and serving meals to residents, • Resident Food Profiles: Check resident food profiles, including allergies, preferences and IDDSI ratings, in line with company and Environmental Health standards, • Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness across the kitchen, storerooms, kitchen office and equipment areas, including washing uniforms on site, • Stock Support: Support the Chef Manager with deliveries, stock rotation and removing out-of-date items, highlighting when stock levels are running low, • Health and Safety Checks: Carry out health and safety and food hygiene checks in line with catering standards and statutory regulations, • Audit Preparation: Support the Chef Manager in preparing for inspections, audits and reporting requirements, • Front-of-House Service: Provide a high standard of front-of-house service within the restaurant environment, • Team Support: Act up as Chef when required, following completion of induction and training, • Training Compliance: Complete and keep up to date with mandatory training requirements CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS • Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen and catering environment, • Able to engage with elderly and vulnerable customers and their families in a respectful and caring way, • Good awareness of food hygiene, health and safety and safe working practices, • Confident using computers for online training and basic systems, • Reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team, • Cooking experience and knowledge of an Extra Care environment would be beneficial, • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in Maths and English, Grades A*–C, is desirable, • A positive approach and willingness to demonstrate caring, collaborative and forward-thinking values BENEFITS • 25 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays, increasing up to 28 days with 3 years of service, • Up to 8% contributory pension, • All permanent and fixed-term employees receive a generous annual allowance of up to £300 to use towards health and lifestyle benefits for both you and your family The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%. This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check NO AGENCIES PLEASE APPLY TODAY… By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14906 Part-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Reading, Berkshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD-IN-SPJ

The Shinfield Arms, near Reading, RG2 9BP Up to £38,500 per annum Whats in it for you? A company culture to get excited about empathetic and supportive, personal development plans, having a voice, and a focus on you as an individual Excellent training through the courses offered via the Barons Academy, including achieving a L4 Management Diploma, L3 Health & Safety and L3 Food Safety, First Aid, Fire Marshalling, Employment Law, Training Skills...and many more Career development with guaranteed opportunities for progression and flexibility to move within the group Thoughtful shift patterns for that work/life balance 45 hour week 50% off food when visiting one of our 11 sites and meals whilst on duty to sample our delicious menu Team building events, inspiring industry days out, trips to vineyards and gin distilleries and annual staff parties Employee of the month - win a £50 voucher Refer a Chef incentive - earn yourself £s We have a longstanding & successful relationship with the Licenced Trade Charity (LTC) and they are now our official Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & well-being partner We offer 'Stream' - access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it and shopping discounts ...and all the usual benefits like pension scheme (NEST) and holiday pay Winners at the 2026 Publican Awards Best Pub Employer! All of our sites are high-volume, full table service Pub Restaurants with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and a memorable dining experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality, ensuring that every shift runs smoothly, whilst ensuring the team is delivering the highest standards of service to our guests. Successful candidates will have at least 2 years previous experience in a hospitality management position and also be experienced in managing teams of 10+ front of house staff on service. What makes you a brilliant Assistant Manager Youre an experienced, inspirational leader who cares passionately about creating a positive environment for your customers and your team You know how to maximise commercial opportunities and you support your General Manager in controlling the business, ensuring its profitable at all times You will competently assist the General Manager in the planning, organisation and management of the pub activities You will focus on the development of staff to deliver outstanding hospitality and high customer service standards You will deliver on the Barons values and legal compliance responsibilities, and proactively lead our business objectives to help to achieve the companys overall aim of operational excellence You need to have had experience in a fast-paced operation (food-led pub, restaurant or hotel) and preferably hold a clean driving licence. TPBN1_UKCT

Chef de Partie Vacancy We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join our fabulous team What we offer our Chef de Parties: Competitive pay plus cash tips and tronc (that's your card tips that are paid into your bank) Annual profit share bonus, ensuring you share in the success of the company Well equipped kitchen with maintained kit plus good quality produce 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs, inns and hotels for you and friends and family 50% off food when on shift Discounted stays in our hotels and inns 24 hour confidential wellbeing support, plus counselling provided by the Licenced Trade Charity Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career with our internal and external development programmes and culinary apprenticeships Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts What a Chef de Partie does at JW Lees: Has a passion and experience of cooking with fresh food Has an eye for detail and consistency and can work well in a team Be conscious of Health & Safety in the Kitchen, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors Manage and rotate your stock and oversee the running of your section Be highly motivated and eager to develop your skills and progress to the next level. About JW Lees: Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees are the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food and memorable experiences. We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do: Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together TPBN1_UKCT

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you'll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for. Joining us at Thames Wood House, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues A competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings Free on-site parking Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people.What you'll be doing You'll be supporting the head chef in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents. Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements. Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling. To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all timesCould you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment. Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Committed to customer care and first-class service provision A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2 Basic certificate in Food hygiene. Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environmentIf this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Thames Wood House Thames Wood House is a luxurious care home in Wargrave in Reading, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley

General Manager Salary: Up to £55,000 + Tronc + Profit Share + Live-In Available Are you an experienced General Manager looking for the opportunity to truly make your mark? We're recruiting for a passionate and commercially minded General Manager to lead a thriving, independent premium pub with rooms. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established business, with the freedom to be creative, drive new ideas and become part of the local community. You'll work closely with an experienced Head Chef to deliver exceptional food, drink and hospitality while leading, developing and inspiring a motivated team. What you'll be responsible for: Leading and developing a high-performing team through positive, hands-on leadership. Driving exceptional guest experiences that keep customers coming back. Full P&L ownership, budgeting and commercial performance. Working collaboratively with the kitchen to maximise sales, margins and quality. Creating local events, marketing initiatives and community partnerships. Managing the day-to-day operation, including compliance, guest rooms and supplier relationships. We're looking for someone who: Has at least 2 years' experience as a General Manager within premium pubs, restaurants or hospitality. Has a strong commercial mindset with proven P&L management experience. Is a natural people leader who enjoys coaching and developing teams. Is passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences. Brings energy, creativity and fresh ideas to help grow the business. Holds a Personal Licence (preferred). What's in it for you? Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience. Tronc and profit share scheme. Live-in accommodation available. Pension and Employee Assistance Programme. Genuine autonomy to shape the business and make a lasting impact. The opportunity to lead a beautiful destination venue with an excellent reputation and loyal customer base. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your leadership makes a difference, and you can build something you're proud of, we'd love to hear from you. INDFOH TPBN1_UKCT

Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business. Based within a district you will need to drive and have access to your own vehicle. With the support of your district armed with a training plan you will grow your team and smash your targets. When you become Head Chef in Training, you’ll learn how to build a kitchen to be proud of the ‘Mitchells & Butlers’ way. You'll be ready to go in no time. Most of our Head Chefs in Training are in their own kitchen within 6 months. Join us at Vintage Inns, a charming collection of rural pubs. You’ll find roaring log fires, traditional food and a cosy atmosphere. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? • The opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will learn from some of the best in the industry., • A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered., • 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family., • Discounts on gym memberships, • Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling, • Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT DO I NEED? You’ll… • Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business., • You may be currently working as a commercial catering manager, school kitchen manager, care home head chef, sous chef, deputy kitchen manager or the manager of an independent business or equivalent., • Be able to drive, in order to support business in your district whilst training. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? • Across your 6 months of training, we will give you the tools to become a Head Chef who will..., • Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of., • Be driven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction., • Manage food ordering, food preparation and stock control., • Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations. At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences. Join us and be a part of a great team