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Were recruiting for an ambitious.Youll lead a skilled team in delivering freshly cooked meals that balance flavour, nutrition, and affordability.Plan and manage all kitchen operations.

As part of the Back of House team you could be making salads, desserts, pasta or pizza in the theatre of the open kitchen, prepping and organising to make a great shift.Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included).Never go hungry with free & heavily discounted menu

We focus on serving up high quality, freshly prepared and delicious dishes every day & as Sous Chef youll play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the food operation in our busy food lead pub.

Stepping into the Head Chef's shoes whilst they're away, running the kitchen and leading the team to deliver exceptional food, whilst ensuring maximum profitability. Assistant Head Chef - UK - Romford. Having the ability to run the kitchen in the head chefs absence.

Assistant Head Chef - UK - Hornchurch. Stepping into the Head Chef's shoes whilst they're away, running the kitchen and leading the team to deliver exceptional food, whilst ensuring maximum profitability. Having the ability to run the kitchen in the head chefs absence.

Entry Level Chef - UK - Romford.

Job Title: Chef. Assisting the onsite Chef Manager with the preparation of the main meals and snacks for the site. We’re open to people from all industry backgrounds, in fact, we pride ourselves on having restaurant-qua

We focus on serving up high quality, freshly prepared and delicious dishes every day & as Sous Chef youll play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the food operation in our busy food lead pub.

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! We have a Regional Bank Chef opportunity to support our care homes in and around the region. Working days only with the chance to work flexible hours as well as multiple locations. You will also 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. 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 and high standards. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 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. Your Benefits and Rewards * Work life balance - working days only * Flexible hours and shifts * Bank encampments of 12.07% * Free learning and development * Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards * Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax * Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide * Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral * Great opportunityto internally apply for permanent positions across all Barchester homes Your Experience and Qualifications * A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents * Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent * Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition * The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes * Confidence engaging with residents * Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard * Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH * Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) 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. 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 8765

Entry Level Chef - UK - Hornchurch.

With food at the heart of every pupil's development, we are looking to recruit an organised, experienced, and enthusiastic Senior Sous-Chef who understands large-scale operations and is willing to make their mark. Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service. Supp

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with an award - winning events venue who are looking for a skilled and ambitious Head Chef to lead their team in their Central Unit based in Romford, East London.

We are seeking a Head chef to oversee kitchen operations for ODC Events.

In this role, you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for students and staff.

The kitchen supplies a variety of bespoke event menus, so precision, timing, and communication are essential to en.

Were looking for an experienced Chef Manager to run a busy secondary school kitchen serving fresh, healthy meals every day.

Chef de Partie Wellness Retreat & Spa | Upminster, Essex. This isn't just another chef job.

On Target Earnings £ 44,000 - £ 46,000 * (Including TRONC).At Heartwood Collection, were on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a.Were an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home.From the elegance of Brasserie

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! We have a Regional Bank Chef opportunity to support our care homes in and around the region. Working days only with the chance to work flexible hours as well as multiple locations. You will also 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. 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 and high standards. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 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. Your Benefits and Rewards * Work life balance - working days only * Flexible hours and shifts * Bank encampments of 12.07% * Free learning and development * Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards * Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax * Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide * Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral * Great opportunityto internally apply for permanent positions across all Barchester homes Your Experience and Qualifications * A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents * Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent * Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition * The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes * Confidence engaging with residents * Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard * Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH * Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) 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. 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 8765

Calling all Pizza lovers!!.......(Pasta lovers are welcome too) Chef £12.65 per hour plus tronc and benefits As part of the Back of House team you could be making salads, desserts, pasta or pizza in the theatre of the open kitchen, prepping and organising to make a great shift. What you'll get: • Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included), • Never go hungry with free & heavily discounted menu on shift, • Get rewarded by your customers with a generous tronc system, • Wagestream available to instantly access earned wages, • Make the most of your time off work with discounts on cinema tickets, travel websites and big brands available, • Stay in touch with what's going on with our online Zizzi community that also provides access to your rotas and payslips, • Need some support? We have a free Employee Assistance Programme with access to GPs and wellbeing support, • Time for a break with 28 days holiday (pro rata), • Plenty of opportunity to develop and progress your career if that's what you want, • Plan for the future with Company pension contributions, • Be passionate about our food, knowing the menu and our specs inside out, and sharing this passion with your team., • Working with the whole restaurant team to help deliver Great Times for our customers and taking absolute pride in the presentation and quality of food from your kitchen. Growth - You aim to be better than yesterday. We're on a constant journey to be better, so we seek growth as a team, in our business and in the ways we contribute to the world. Individuality - You celebrate the differences. We take pride in what makes us special, and encourage everyone to be the best version of themselves whoever they are. Drive - You make it happen. We adapt to the challenges of today, avoiding cutting corners, and motivate everyone to strive for more. Togetherness - You want to be part of more. We always have each others backs, embracing the challenges as much as the great times. Fun - You enjoy the everyday. As much as we take our goals seriously, we don't take ourselves seriously. We are Zizzi. At Zizzi we are a family. It's never me, always we. Customers included.

Calling all Pizza lovers!!.......(Pasta lovers are welcome too) Assistant Head Chef up to £13.75 per hour plus Tronc and Benefits As Assistant Head Chef you will be a senior part of the kitchen team. Having the ability to run the kitchen in the head chefs absence. Understanding the need for great leadership and having an unparalleled passion for food. What you'll get: • Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included), • Never go hungry with free & heavily discounted menu on shift, • Wagestream available to instantly access earned wages, • Make the most of your time off work with discounts on cinema tickets, travel websites and big brands available, • Stay in touch with what's going on with our online Zizzi community that also provides access to your rotas and payslips, • Need some support? We have a free Employee Assistance Programme with access to GPs and wellbeing support, • Time for a break with 28 days holiday (pro rata), • Plenty of opportunity to develop and progress your career if that's what you want, • Plan for the future with Company pension contributions, • Stepping into the Head Chef's shoes whilst they're away, running the kitchen and leading the team to deliver exceptional food, whilst ensuring maximum profitability., • Be passionate about our food, knowing the menu and our specs inside out, be able to work across any section, and sharing this passion with your team., • Planning for shifts, making sure the right level of food is prepared, and delegating duties to the team., • Working with the whole restaurant team to help deliver Great Times for our customers and taking absolute pride in the presentation and quality of food from your kitchen. Growth - You aim to be better than yesterday. We're on a constant journey to be better, so we seek growth as a team, in our business and in the ways we contribute to the world. Individuality - You celebrate the differences. We take pride in what makes us special, and encourage everyone to be the best version of themselves whoever they are. Drive - You make it happen. We adapt to the challenges of today, avoiding cutting corners, and motivate everyone to strive for more. Togetherness - You want to be part of more. We always have each others backs, embracing the challenges as much as the great times. Fun - You enjoy the everyday. As much as we take our goals seriously, we don't take ourselves seriously. We are Zizzi. At Zizzi we are a family. It's never me, always we. Customers included.

Chef Manager - Term-Time Only Location: Ilford Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum (pro rata, depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:00 Working Pattern: Term-time only (42 weeks per year, including inset days) Platinum Recruitment is delighted to be partnering

School Second Chef Contract: Term Time Only (39 weeks per year) Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a skilled and experienced School Second Chef to join our team. In this role, you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for students and staff. You’ll also help lead and motivate the kitchen team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in a busy school environment. Key Responsibilities • Assist the Head Chef in preparing and serving balanced, healthy, and appealing meals., • Supervise and support kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food production and service., • Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and allergy management regulations., • Manage stock control, ordering, and deliveries to maintain kitchen efficiency., • Contribute to menu planning and innovation in line with dietary and nutritional guidelines., • Support the training and development of kitchen team members. Requirements • Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within education or contract catering., • Strong culinary skills with a sound understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements., • Excellent time management and organisational skills., • Up-to-date knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations., • Ability to train, mentor, and motivate other team members. Benefits • Excellent work–life balance – term-time only, Monday to Friday., • Meals on duty provided., • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including free CBT sessions and wellbeing support., • Access to a Mental Health First Aider during office hours., • Opportunities for career development and progression.

Location: Rainham, Essex - on-site full-time Reporting to: Head of Technical About Us Frive is on a mission to revolutionise healthy eating with 100% natural, ready-to-eat meals. As the UK’s highest-rated ready-to-eat meal brand, we’ve delivered over 10 million meals - and we’re just getting started. Frive (formerly Lions Prep) is the UK’s highest-rated ready-to-eat meal delivery subscription, delivering tens of thousands of fresh, natural, chef-prepared meals to customers’ doors across the UK each week. We are committed to our vision of creating 100% organic meals without the hefty price tag, freeing us from a food system that compromises our health for profit We work with people from all different backgrounds and communities and recognise our own biases. We strive to create a strong sense of belonging and believe we will be better equipped to achieve our goals by building a team that approaches problems from different angles, using different perspectives and experiences to solve problems. All qualified applicants will be considered and we have no regard for age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation the more the merrier, and together we can achieve greatness Mission We help busy people enjoy natural, healthy eating with ready-to-eat meals delivered to their door, proven to support their health goals. Vision To transform health by revolutionising eating habits and restoring food to its natural form. Values Empowerment: We empower our people to make strong, independent decisions with confidence Transparency: We share information openly and with intention Open Communication: We communicate directly and honestly High Performance: We foster an environment that attracts, retains, and rewards high performance Agility: We encourage flexibility in our people by reducing blockers and prioritising their creativity and productivity Impact We are seeking a proactive and experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical, food safety, and quality agenda at our meals manufacturing site. This role is critical to ensuring our chilled meals meet all legal, customer, and safety requirements while driving continuous improvements in compliance, hygiene, and quality standards. Responsibilities Food Safety & Compliance: • Maintain and develop the site’s HACCP plans for meal production (including high-care areas)., • Ensure full compliance with UK Food Safety legislation, FSA, and with the Quality Systems & Compliance Manager, lead the practical implementation of BRCGS standards., • Act as the technical lead during inspections and regulatory visits., • Manage allergen control, traceability, and shelf-life validation processes. Quality & Technical Systems: • Lead the practical elements of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring accurate records and documentation across all processes., • Oversee the label verification and pack copy approval processes in line with UK food labelling laws., • Drive site standards in GMP, hygiene, and environmental monitoring. Team Leadership & Training: • Manage, mentor, and develop the site QA team., • Provide training across departments to uphold food safety and quality culture., • Ensure technical KPIs (e.g., complaints, non-conformances, audit scores) are met and communicated. Customer Engagement: • Be the key point of contact for technical queries and product launches., • For future B2B ensure all products meet customer specifications and portal requirements, • Lead customer complaint investigations and implement corrective actions. Supplier & Raw Material Assurance: • Approve and monitor raw material suppliers, ensuring ingredient compliance for ready meal applications., • Coordinate supplier audits and maintain up-to-date raw material specifications and risk assessments. NPD & Launch Support: • Work closely with NPD and Commercial teams to support the launch of new ready meals, from concept through to shelf., • Ensure food safety, shelf-life, and legal compliance of new recipes and packaging. Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline. Minimum 3–5 years in a senior technical or quality role within chilled or frozen ready meals manufacturing. Proven knowledge of BRCGS for Food Safety, HACCP, retailer standards, and UK food regulations. Experience working in high-care/high-risk environments. Desirable Skills: Lead Auditor Qualification (BRC/ISO). Level 4 Food Safety & HACCP certification. Strong communication and leadership skills. What's next? If you are interested in learning more about the role and think this could be for you, then don't hesitate and apply now. We look forward to hearing from you and love hearing from people who are passionate about our purpose and vision.

You could say that it is because we place a special emphasis on people, on the fulfilment of our employees and on their development.We could also tell you that it is because we are an international, dynamic and fast-growing group.Our teams proudly manufacture quality Sushi each day.If you want to wo

Chef de Partie (Dagenham East). We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Chef de Partie to join our amazing Food team. As a Chef de Partie, your role is pivotal in ensuring kitchen operations run smoothly from assisting with innovative menu planning, meal preparation, and great customer servi

Support the Chef(s), making sure the kitchen environment is to high standards with ad hoc duties in simple food prep from time to time. As a Kitchen Porter you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team. Ensure the kitchen area is

Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:00.Term-time only (42 weeks per year, including inset days).Platinum Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a respected secondary school in Ilford to recruit an experienced.This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and skilled professional with previous sc

It’s a chance to be part of something truly special — a purpose-built wellness sanctuary where guests come to recharge, detox, and reconnect with themselves. The Role – Chef de Partie: We’re looking for a passionate Chef de Partie who cares deeply about fresh, nourishing foo

Our Second Chefs support our Head Chefs, and take the lead in their absence. We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and lo

They require a Chef de Partie who is passionate, dedicated and eager to learn, and as Chef de Partie you will be looking to move into a kitchen where you can learn all about flavours and textures, and modern cooking techniques. Our client is a poplar Gastro Pub, serving some of the county’s finest

As a Chef de Partie, youll play a crucial role in preparing and serving nutritious meals to pupils, supporting the Chef Manager in running a smooth and efficient kitchen, helping to lead and develop a small team of assistants as needed. Chef De Partie - School in Barking. Assist the Chef Manager to

Are you a culinary master looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a talented Chef to join our team! To succeed, you'll need excellent communication skills, at least 2 years of catering experience, awareness of regulations, knowledge of therapeutic and textured diets, and a passion for delive

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our Fresh Food Policy is the foundation of

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining e

Be among the first 25 applicants.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our “Fresh Food Policy” is the foundation of our success and

A Chef Manager with a background in quality B&I or Education contract catering is essential. Chef Manager to prepare fresh food in a high-volume site, feeding around 600 per day. Chef Manager to lead and develop an enthusiastic team of 7.

Previous experience in catering and hospitality in a restaurant, gastro pub or hotel at junior sous, sous or kitchen manager level is essential, as well as a positive attitude. Working alongside the Head Chef you’ll be responsible for running the kitchen, driving the food culture and keeping your

If your ambition is to build a career in a long established, successful family run business, where guests come first and quality is paramount, come and join us as a Chef. So, if you’re as passionate as we are about maintaining quality standards and would enjoy helping create a stylish, vibrant bar

With food at the heart of every pupil's development, we are looking to recruit an organised, experienced, and enthusiastic Senior Sous-Chef who understands large-scale operations and is willing to make their mark. As a Senior Sous Chef you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful

We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our culinary team.

Howard Finley Care are currently recruiting for a Care Home Chef for our client's 100+ bedded Care Centre based in Brentwood which provides Care and Support to those of old age and those who suffer from conditions such as Dementia. Chef experience & qualifications.

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining e

Pastry Chef – Brentwood, England. Step into the role of Pastry Chef at Brentwood School and enjoy a structured term-time schedule that provides an outstanding work-life balance. Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, with expertise in baking and dessert preparation.

Chefs, customer assistants, support and office roles: explore our live vacancies today. Taking the lead at multiple locations, covering for chef managers on leave or supporting during peak periods.

Line Chef - Cheshire Oaks Kinsey Rd Wirral.

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef de Partie, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commis Chef to join us at. As a Commis Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in the food preparation process, contributing to maintaining the kitchen and food safety standards.