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🚀 Embark on a Thrilling Sales Adventure with Protect Line! 🚀 Are you driven by ambition and a passion for connecting with people? Do you seek a career where your growth is prioritized and success is celebrated? Look no further—your future awaits at Protect Line where you’ll spend your day protecting lives, one family at a time. Your Mission as a Sales Executive: Engage into meaningful conversations with potential customers who’ve expressed interest in our life insurance products. By asking thoughtful questions and uncovering their unique needs, you'll craft the ideal protection plan. This role beautifully blends structured scripts with the freedom to personalize each interaction, ensuring every conversation is as unique as the customer. With a focus on reading, active listening, and attention to detail, you’ll truly understand each customer's needs and offer the perfect solution. Who Thrives Here? • Charismatic Communicators: Your natural ability to engage, build rapport and earn trust sets you apart., • Inquisitive Problem Solvers: You love diving deep to discover and resolve what truly matters to customers., • Resilient Achievers: Outbound calls have their challenges, but we only contact those actively seeking life insurance. No Experience? No problem! We offer an award-winning training programme – including a minimum of 6 weeks in our Bournemouth Head Office which is designed to take you from a beginners to a sales professional. With your dedication and our support, success is within reach. Investing in Our People to Protect Yours - At Protect Line, we believe that investing in every employee provides a platform for opportunity and growth. Helping people become the best version of themselves is key to delivering an exceptional service that stands out for its authentic care and trust. We view protection as a promise for the future, focusing on keeping our promises, so you can keep yours. Our Values: Care, Collaborate, Dare, and Deliver aren’t just words on a wall—they guide our actions, define how we interact with each other, and shape the way we serve our customers. Why Choose Protect Line? • Rewarding Pay: Kick off with £30,778 base and relish in uncapped commission. With a realistic OTE of £55,000, your dreams are within reach – whether it’s jet-setting or home-making!, • 4 Day Working Week: Exceed targets by Thursday? Enjoy a paid Friday off, turning weekends into mini vacations!, • Core 100 Club: Celebrate as a top performer with exclusive nights out!, • Career Growth: Our platinum pathway is your ladder to success – unlock higher earnings and perks like car and wellbeing allowances., • Enhanced Family Leave: Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy packages offer substantial support during those important life changes., • Flexible Time Off: Holiday entitlement raising on length of service as well as the opportunity to purchase additional leave or convert unused days into extra pay! Plus, take paid leave for appointments, emergencies, or any of life’s surprises, • Celebrate Life: Enjoy extra paid days off for birthdays, weddings, new home purchases and your child’s first birthday., • Paid Charity Work: Make a difference with our 'Day to Make a Difference' initiative, giving you one paid day off a year to engage in meaningful charity work., • Epic Company Events: Our Summer and Christmas parties are legendary—get ready to join the fun!, • Sabbatical Opportunities: After 15 years of service, enjoy 4 weeks of paid leave to explore, learn, or recharge., • Refer & Earn: Bring a friend onboard and pocket £1,500 for each successful hire!, • Perks Galore: From eye care vouchers to retailer discounts, enjoy a variety of benefits., • Secure Your Future: Benefit from our pension scheme, death in service benefits, and more. So come and join our extraordinary team of customer champions who are all about doing the right thing in every way imaginable. We don't settle for ordinary, we strive for extraordinary! So, if you're someone who loves turning good outcomes into incredible ones, then get ready for an exhilarating adventure with us! At Protect Line, we believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion. We're proud to be a place where anyone with any background or experience can flourish. Come, see for yourself, and be part of something amazing! Whilst we would love to be able to respond to every application we receive, it isn’t always possible due to the high volume we receive each day. If you have not heard from us within 7 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful.

This role is full time role, requiring a minimum of 3 days in person at the Ministry of Biscuits in Colliers Wood, London. Please only apply if you have the relavent skills and the correct right to work. Who we are… Join the magic at Biscuiteers! We’re the award-winning luxury gifting brand known as the NET-A-PORTER of biscuits. Since 2007, we’ve been hand-icing joy into every biscuit, and in 2025 alone, we iced approximately 3 million! Our aim is to provide a seamless, joyful experience that delivers a little magic, one hand-iced biscuit at a time. As well as our eCommerce business, we have a Notting Hill biscuit boutique, where we offer ‘School of Icing’ events, teaching our customers to ice like an expert, while they enjoy a cup of tea or coffee…or even a glass of Prosecco. We also work with a huge range of wholesale and corporate clients, creating bespoke and branded designs for every occasion. We are guided by our four core values ; Innovative, Collaborative, Entrepreneurial, and Driven . These values live through the creativity of our products , the way we work together, the focus on results attitude and the energy and positivity with which we approach all we do . We’re ambitious and we’re looking to build and strengthen our wonderful team as the business continues to grow. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a… Who we’re looking for… We’re looking for a Corporate Account Manager with experience in account management and business development, preferably gained within a bespoke, luxury or lifestyle retail environment or similar. Building relationships will be second nature, and you'll be confident in driving proactive development too. We're a busy fast-paced team in an entrepreneurial environment, so if you love getting stuck in and making things happen, this is the role for you! What you'll be doing.... • Handling corporate and bespoke orders: Responding to enquiries, Scoping out and finalising orders with clients., • Working with our production team towards delivery, and following up to ensure everything has gone beautifully., • Business development: nurturing key corporate accounts and actively recruiting new clients., • Marketing our corporate offering: through partnerships, email and social channels, printed material and corporate events., • Networking; attend industry conferences, trade shows and networking events to build relationships, generate leads and act as a brand ambassador for the company, • Building and maintaining excellent working relationships at all levels. Skills You Will Bring… • Proven Sales Experience or Account Managerment experience with a track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets., • In depth knowledge of sales principles, techniques and best practices., • Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to identify and pursue business opportunities., • Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales related tools., • Strong analytical skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities., • Results-oriented mindset with an ability to drive revenue without compromising on brand standards., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients., • Strong communication and presentation skills. What we offer… We are a bunch of creative, fun-loving people who work hard, celebrate big, want to make Biscuiteers a really happy place to work. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team and what we offer to sweeten your working day, including: • Shopping – 35% staff discount on all our beautiful products, • Food – Daily breakfast provided to keep you fuelled, • Travel – Cycle to Work Scheme available, • Bring your friends – Staff referral scheme with up to £500 reward, • Birthday treats – A gift to celebrate your special day, • Social life – Annual staff party, Christmas lunch, and Biscuiteer Awards, • The Future – Automatic pension contributions with ethical fund options What our team says about us… “The business is at a really exciting juncture and there’s lots to get your teeth stuck into and lots of opportunity to develop. A good place to learn in a fun, energetic environment with a really knowledgeable and passionate team.” “Great people to work with!” “People are lovely and supportive. A good company to develop your skills and grow” “The staff are lovely. Really committed to the business and everyone helps each other out.” Ready to join the team? If you’re excited by the idea of bringing joy through beautifully planned biscuits, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver a little magic, one hand-iced biscuit at a time.

About us We're Performance Communications — proudly employee-owned, one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and the UK’s leading specialist agency in Automotive, Technology & Sports Brand Comms. We’re 60 strong, creatively driven, and fuelled by a passion for storytelling that actually moves the needle for our clients. Whether it’s dreaming up big campaign ideas, unlocking media opportunities, building influencer buzz, or crafting stories that stand out on social — no two days here are ever the same. We’re based in Kingston upon Thames and work hybrid: three days in-office, two from home. About the role We are looking for a Senior Account Executive. Working on automotive consumer accounts, we are looking for a self-starter with proven experience delivering high-level campaigns. You should be intrinsically proactive and communicative, have great organisational skills and experience juggling multiple projects at one time. We are looking for someone who has excellent client relations and can translate those conversations into projects that deliver great results, whilst also showing experience in writing, influencer relations and event support. Suitable for someone seeking a new challenge within the automotive sector or looking to take the next step on the career ladder, the role requires an ability to drive the day-to-day management of client activity and plans, helping to ensure KPIs are achieved with the support of the Account Director. The successful candidate should be meticulous in adhering to processes to ensure the smooth running of the accounts, while contributing creatively across brands. It is important that the individual can comprehend the often-complex nature of our clients’ businesses. We are looking for an enthusiastic account lead and content producer with a keen eye for a mainstream news story who can also turn ideas into effective campaigns. The Agency has a reputation for nurturing and developing talent and prides itself on being at the forefront of modern PR and communications. The role is pivotal within the Automotive teams at Performance. Not only will the person become a key contact for an exciting group of clients, they will also help ensure that all accounts are managed in an efficient manner. Reporting Line and Team The SAE role reports to the Senior Account Manager/Account Director and will help manage the day-to-day smooth running of automotive consumer accounts, as well as supporting the wider team on creative comms and strategic planning. What you'll be doing • While the role majors on client management, content creation and creative ideas, much of the team’s work demands a nose for media opportunities and a proactive approach to media relations, • Client management: develop excellent client relationships and be the main ‘go-to’ person for the client(s), • Responsible for co-ordination of asset creation to support activity – written, photography, graphic and video, • Oversee maintenance of reporting and status updates for several accounts across the team; this may include status and coverage reports, digital project management tools, rolling release schedules, future features lists and deadlines, and media distribution lists, • Establish strong relationships with all client teams as well as key personnel elsewhere in the businesses. Ensuring direct access to key people who can provide data, information, opinion etc for relevant content is important, • Work with the SAM/AD and wider team to ensure quality control is adhered to where any content and written copy is concerned, • Plan, organise and prioritise workloads – managing up and down where required, keeping managers and wider team in the loop of progress, • Both draft and help oversee team production of copy, news releases / press kits, campaign and media materials; and drive the development of creative content or ideas, • Creative development and leading on execution of smaller brand campaigns – creative ideation, supplier liaison, managing and executing shoots, providing ongoing updates to client and wider team, • Oversee and facilitation of influencer programmes in line with brand KPIs – sourcing influencers, arranging influencer activity, reporting on influencer metrics What we're looking for • A proactive, self-starter individual who has an understanding of the automotive world, • An understanding of the world of PR – what makes a good PR story, how do communication channels differ from one another, what considerations need to be met to make an activity work for PR, • Must be a competent writer who is able to create focussed copy tailored to specific audiences or platforms e.g. news releases, website copy, LinkedIn or other social channels, • Experience developing and supporting campaigns and projects, including project management and on-site support, • Can demonstrate an ability to translate information (words and data) into engaging copy, • Ideally has experience within the automotive industry and with industry media contacts, • Time management – the ability to logically plan, develop and execute plans, demonstrating proactivity, organisation and communication, • Facilitation of photo/video shoots – liaising with photographers, drawing up storyboards and photo briefs, managing shoots on the ground, • Research and development skills, e.g. liaising with suppliers, managing timelines, arranging calls, agendas and meeting actions, • Excellent media relations skills – understanding of UK media landscape, experience talking to and pitching ideas to media confidently and competently, • Creation of and tracking small to medium scale budgets, including sourcing supplier costs, creating quotes, tracking invoices, • Experience working with influencers on earned basis – liaising with influencers and influencer agents, organising influencer-based activity, negotiating deliverables, reporting on influencer statistics, • Understanding of key social channels preferable (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube etc), • Involvement in integrated campaigns involving wider marketing, social media and web teams preferable – understanding of how different channels work and requirements for each, • A team player with the gravitas to deal with senior stakeholders, • A strong communicator who can manage upwards and below, as well as prioritise their own work and the team supporting them, • Proactive, demonstrating the ability to problem solve and provide solutions to deliver results and KPIs, • A logical and clear thinker with a strong attention to detail and deadlines, • A self-starter who conducts themselves in a professional manner and is a good verbal communicator, • An ability to manage conflicting priorities and work in a fluid and fast-paced environment, • Get the basics right – be passionate about good, simple and effective PR/comms with a strong eye for an editorial angle, • A desire to challenge and be challenged, • An appetite for progression and able to utilise constructive feedback from senior members of the team to grow their skillset, • Quick learner, adaptable and pragmatic thinker, while being tenacious, results driven and resilient Why work with us As an employee owned business you become part of a bold, creative agency where your voice matters, your growth is nurtured, and your wellbeing is genuinely supported. Perks & Benefits Including... • Employee owned bonus schemes, • Private healthcare, • 28 days holiday, • Hybrid and flexible working, • £250 wellbeing allowance, • 4:30pm Friday finishes, • Personal and team social budgets, • Recognition awards, • Breakfast on office days, • Company-wide social events (legendary summer and Christmas parties), • Cycle to Work scheme, • Dog-friendly office, • Ongoing training & development Our values We’re a dickhead-free zone: We’re a kind and compassionate bunch. We’re not about egos. It’s team first, and we want to work with like-minded people. We take the initiative: Proactivity and curiosity make great communicators, which is why we’re always on the front foot. We relish a challenge: Ground-breaking work isn’t easy. If it were, everyone would be doing it. We take pride in nurturing talent: Show the application and drive, and we’ll support you every step of the way. We want people to be themselves: Everyone is different. We believe you get the best out of people when they can be who they want to be. We do cool shit: We get a kick out of doing stuff that gets noticed.

About us We're Performance Communications — proudly employee-owned, one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and the UK’s leading specialist agency in Automotive, Technology & Sports Brand Comms. We’re 60 strong, creatively driven, and fuelled by a passion for storytelling that actually moves the needle for our clients. Whether it’s dreaming up big campaign ideas, unlocking media opportunities, building influencer buzz, or crafting stories that stand out on social — no two days here are ever the same. We’re based in Kingston upon Thames and work hybrid: three days in-office, two from home. About the role We are looking for a Senior Account Executive. Working on automotive consumer accounts, we are looking for a self-starter with proven experience delivering high-level campaigns. You should be intrinsically proactive and communicative, have great organisational skills and experience juggling multiple projects at one time. We are looking for someone who has excellent client relations and can translate those conversations into projects that deliver great results, whilst also showing experience in writing, influencer relations and event support. Suitable for someone seeking a new challenge within the automotive sector or looking to take the next step on the career ladder, the role requires an ability to drive the day-to-day management of client activity and plans, helping to ensure KPIs are achieved with the support of the Account Director. The successful candidate should be meticulous in adhering to processes to ensure the smooth running of the accounts, while contributing creatively across brands. It is important that the individual can comprehend the often-complex nature of our clients’ businesses. We are looking for an enthusiastic account lead and content producer with a keen eye for a mainstream news story who can also turn ideas into effective campaigns. The Agency has a reputation for nurturing and developing talent and prides itself on being at the forefront of modern PR and communications. The role is pivotal within the Automotive teams at Performance. Not only will the person become a key contact for an exciting group of clients, they will also help ensure that all accounts are managed in an efficient manner. Reporting Line and Team The SAE role reports to the Senior Account Manager/Account Director and will help manage the day-to-day smooth running of automotive consumer accounts, as well as supporting the wider team on creative comms and strategic planning. What you'll be doing • While the role majors on client management, content creation and creative ideas, much of the team’s work demands a nose for media opportunities and a proactive approach to media relations, • Client management: develop excellent client relationships and be the main ‘go-to’ person for the client(s), • Responsible for co-ordination of asset creation to support activity – written, photography, graphic and video, • Oversee maintenance of reporting and status updates for several accounts across the team; this may include status and coverage reports, digital project management tools, rolling release schedules, future features lists and deadlines, and media distribution lists, • Establish strong relationships with all client teams as well as key personnel elsewhere in the businesses. Ensuring direct access to key people who can provide data, information, opinion etc for relevant content is important, • Work with the SAM/AD and wider team to ensure quality control is adhered to where any content and written copy is concerned, • Plan, organise and prioritise workloads – managing up and down where required, keeping managers and wider team in the loop of progress, • Both draft and help oversee team production of copy, news releases / press kits, campaign and media materials; and drive the development of creative content or ideas, • Creative development and leading on execution of smaller brand campaigns – creative ideation, supplier liaison, managing and executing shoots, providing ongoing updates to client and wider team, • Oversee and facilitation of influencer programmes in line with brand KPIs – sourcing influencers, arranging influencer activity, reporting on influencer metrics What we're looking for • A proactive, self-starter individual who has an understanding of the automotive world, • An understanding of the world of PR – what makes a good PR story, how do communication channels differ from one another, what considerations need to be met to make an activity work for PR, • Must be a competent writer who is able to create focussed copy tailored to specific audiences or platforms e.g. news releases, website copy, LinkedIn or other social channels, • Experience developing and supporting campaigns and projects, including project management and on-site support, • Can demonstrate an ability to translate information (words and data) into engaging copy, • Ideally has experience within the automotive industry and with industry media contacts, • Time management – the ability to logically plan, develop and execute plans, demonstrating proactivity, organisation and communication, • Facilitation of photo/video shoots – liaising with photographers, drawing up storyboards and photo briefs, managing shoots on the ground, • Research and development skills, e.g. liaising with suppliers, managing timelines, arranging calls, agendas and meeting actions, • Excellent media relations skills – understanding of UK media landscape, experience talking to and pitching ideas to media confidently and competently, • Creation of and tracking small to medium scale budgets, including sourcing supplier costs, creating quotes, tracking invoices, • Experience working with influencers on earned basis – liaising with influencers and influencer agents, organising influencer-based activity, negotiating deliverables, reporting on influencer statistics, • Understanding of key social channels preferable (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube etc), • Involvement in integrated campaigns involving wider marketing, social media and web teams preferable – understanding of how different channels work and requirements for each, • A team player with the gravitas to deal with senior stakeholders, • A strong communicator who can manage upwards and below, as well as prioritise their own work and the team supporting them, • Proactive, demonstrating the ability to problem solve and provide solutions to deliver results and KPIs, • A logical and clear thinker with a strong attention to detail and deadlines, • A self-starter who conducts themselves in a professional manner and is a good verbal communicator, • An ability to manage conflicting priorities and work in a fluid and fast-paced environment, • Get the basics right – be passionate about good, simple and effective PR/comms with a strong eye for an editorial angle, • A desire to challenge and be challenged, • An appetite for progression and able to utilise constructive feedback from senior members of the team to grow their skillset, • Quick learner, adaptable and pragmatic thinker, while being tenacious, results driven and resilient Why work with us As an employee owned business you become part of a bold, creative agency where your voice matters, your growth is nurtured, and your wellbeing is genuinely supported. Perks & Benefits Including... • Employee owned bonus schemes, • Private healthcare, • 28 days holiday, • Hybrid and flexible working, • £250 wellbeing allowance, • 4:30pm Friday finishes, • Personal and team social budgets, • Recognition awards, • Breakfast on office days, • Company-wide social events (legendary summer and Christmas parties), • Cycle to Work scheme, • Dog-friendly office, • Ongoing training & development Our values We’re a dickhead-free zone: We’re a kind and compassionate bunch. We’re not about egos. It’s team first, and we want to work with like-minded people. We take the initiative: Proactivity and curiosity make great communicators, which is why we’re always on the front foot. We relish a challenge: Ground-breaking work isn’t easy. If it were, everyone would be doing it. We take pride in nurturing talent: Show the application and drive, and we’ll support you every step of the way. We want people to be themselves: Everyone is different. We believe you get the best out of people when they can be who they want to be. We do cool shit: We get a kick out of doing stuff that gets noticed.

Location : Hook, Hampshire RG27 9XA Job type: Part-time. Office Based. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Contract Type: Permanent Location : Hook, Hampshire RG27 9XA Salary : £25,200 (£42,00 FTE) Were looking for a talented Videographer / Motion Graphics Designer to join our creative team and help bring our clients stories to life through high-quality video and animation. Working closely with our Creative Director and account teams, youll create engaging, visually compelling content that strengthens PR and marketing campaigns across a wide range of clients. What will you be doing? Planning and executing video shoots, including lighting, audio, and camera setup, to capture high-quality footage. Editing video content to produce engaging, on-brand outputs that align with client briefs, messaging, and objectives. Create custom motion graphics, animations, and visual effects to enhance storytelling and impact. Collaborate closely with the Creative Director, PR teams, account managers, and clients throughout the production process. Maintain video equipment and stay up to date with the latest video, motion graphics, and AI-driven technologies. Videographer / Motion Graphics Designer Requirements: Proven experience in videography and motion graphics design. Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects. A solid understanding of video production, composition, lighting, and audio. Ability to translate creative briefs into compelling visual content. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and clients. Why Whiteoaks International? At Whiteoaks, we focus on impact and results - our clients trust us to deliver PR strategies that drive business growth. As the UKs leading B2B tech PR agency, we work with clients in the retail, fintech, enterprise IT, and security sectors to create campaigns that generate real-world outcomes. As an employee-owned business, youll have a direct role in the success of the agency. You'll also benefit financially from our collective success. Other benefits include: 22 days holiday (pro-rata), plus Christmas and Birthdays Option to buy/sell additional holidays Generous pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Weekly running coach sessions Office perks like fresh fruit, croissants, coffee, hot chocolate, and soft drinks You may also have experience in the following: Videographer, Motion Graphics Designer, Video Editor, Video Producer, Multimedia Designer, Animator, Content Creator, Digital Video Specialist Creative Videographer, Motion Designer, Visual Storyteller, Post-Production Artist, Video Production Specialist, Digital Media Designer, Film & Animation Designer REF- 226 092 TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Driver Location: Sunbury Hours: Zero Hour Salary: £12.46 Benefits: Company pension scheme Employee discount scheme Funded Summer and Christmas events Cycle to work schemes Discounted car hire rates Friendly and supportive working environment Role Overview: As a Service Delivery Agent, you will ensure all vehicles are thoroughly cleaned and inspected throughout the workday. You will conduct thorough inspections, identifying any pre- and post-rental damage, following Thriftys management processes. Key Responsibilities: Deliver and collect vehicles from various locations Identify and record vehicle damage using appropriate documentation/systems per Thrifty's damage management procedure Perform comprehensive vehicle safety checks before delivery and at quality inspection stages Accurately and clearly complete fuel sheets Debowse vehicles as instructed, adhering to safety guidelines Clean vehicles thoroughly to meet company standards and customer requirements Undertake security checks and verify rental documentation as required Complete any necessary paperwork Comply with all Thrifty vehicle procedures Communicate accurately and appropriately, both verbally and in writing Drive carefully and considerately Dress according to company uniform standards, maintaining a clean and smart appearance Act as an ambassador of the company, promoting company interests at all times Ideal Candidate: Driving Skills: Holds a full manual driving license for a minimum of 12 months. Demonstrates careful and considerate driving behaviour, ensuring the safety of passengers, vehicles and other road users Flexibility: Exhibits a flexible approach to working hours, rotas and locations Attention to Detail: Has an eye for detail, particularly when conducting vehicle inspections and documenting any damage. Ensures thoroughness in vehicle safety checks, cleanliness and maintenance Communication Skills and customer service orientated Organizational Skills: Efficiently manages time and tasks, ensuring timely delivery and collection of vehicles Safety Conscious: Prioritises safety in all tasks, adhering to company procedures and guidelines. Ensures vehicles are roadworthy and meets all safety standards before use. About Us: Thrifty is the largest privately-owned leasing company in the UK, with 85 locations nationwide. We have become one of the leading rental companies in the UK, thanks to our comprehensive fleet and excellence in customer service. With our growth come amazing opportunities to join our family business, where our people continue to remain at the heart of everything we do! Apply now and be part of our team driving growth and success! TPBN1_UKTJ

ROLE: Nursery Chef RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Catering CONTRACT: Permanent WORKING PATTERN: All Year Round 35 hours a week 9.00am-5.00pm. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: The nursery chef will be responsible for the planning of seasonal menus, preparation and cooking of nutritional meals and snacks for babies and young children taking into consideration all dietary requirements and allergen concerns. To organise, cook and prepare a healthy, balanced diet for children aged 0 to 5 years in accordance with the nursery menus. Maintain a clean, tidy and hygienic kitchen ensuring good order of equipment and maintain an effective working environment. Report any equipment failures to the Director of Catering in a timely fashion. Ensure that all foods are ready at the specified time, correctly labelled and ready for serving. To prepare weekly food orders and liaise with the Director of Catering to enable purchases in advance. Support the kitchen staff with stowing deliveries. When meals are finished, rinse plates and stack dishwasher (as many times as needed). To stay compliant with OFSTED requirements, it is essential to adhere to the nutrition guidance as outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Key Areas Accountabilities The chef will be responsible for selecting appropriate recipes for children under the age of five. Menus will be developed by the chef and will rotate every three weeks, ensuring a variety of options. Additionally, these menus will reflect seasonal ingredients to provide fresh and nutritious meals. Together with Director of Catering, to plan new menus based on Healthy Eating Standards. The chef will ensureto keep sufficient supplies and food items stored under the right conditions and ensuring stock rotation is adhered to. To order all food and maintain monthly records for stocktaking purposes of all food stuff. To ensure the kitchen and all kitchen equipment is kept clean and tidy according with Kitchen Management policies To ensure all crockery and utensils are washed-up, using the dishwasher as appropriate, or, where appropriate clean trays/dishes by hand. To clean and defrost fridge and freezer as necessary. Personal To attend staff meetings and training sessions as required. To be responsible for participating in all self-development activities, including performance management. The person in this role will be eligible for holiday leave according to their grade and contract, which includes time off for Bank Holidays. The nursery will be closed for two weeks during Christmas, and you will be responsible for reviewing recipes and preparing menus for the upcoming months during those two weeks. All holiday leave requests must be approved by the Director of Catering. Financial In conjunction with the Director of Catering, assist in monitoring and controlling all catering costs. Health and Safety To maintain high quality Environmental Health standards working within the parameters of the Food Hygiene Rating Schemes. (FHRS) To keep up to date with mandatory training and developments in legislation, Health & Safety and Food, Nutrition and Allergens and partake in Continuous Professional Development (CPD). To record and report any safeguarding concerns. To ensure you have a clean uniform, including head wear, daily and wear suitable footwear for working in a busy kitchen space. Maintain an awareness of food allergies keeping an up to date log of all children in the nursery, working with the staff team during new admissions. Prevent cross contamination of food within the kitchen area. General Adhere to the Southfields Academy and catering procedures including attendance at meetings, preparation of reports and any other duties as required from time to time. Ensure the companys Equal Opportunities Policy is adhered to at all times. NOTE: The Job Description is to provide a clear and concise statement of the MAJOR TASKS and ACTIVITIES of the post. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of every aspect of the post holder's duties. Any other duties assigned by the CEO/Nursery Manager/Director of Catering/ Headteacher commensurate with the grade of the post. Signed: Postholder . Name . Line Manager .. Name .. Date . PERSON SPECIFICATION Nursery Chef Report to Director of Catering Essential Desirable A recognised Catering Qualification Minimum of two years catering experience as a cook, or, chef in a school, or, nursery environment Capable of working under pressure in an organised way Ability to work as part of a team Good interpersonal skills Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Food allergy course certificate Intermediate, or, above Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs i.e. vegetarian, cultural Knowledge of Health and Safety Issues Experience of working in a childcare environment Ability to work with children in preparing simple snacks, baking preparation and other cooking activities. Knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities First Aid Certificate TPBN1_UKCT