Contract catering chef jobs in United Kingdom

Brondesbury FWC | Catering | Permanent contract | Full time.Our Nuffy Bear Day Nursery is seeking Nursery Chef to be based in our Nuffield Health gym.If you are looking to be part of a team and are passionate about food and children, look no further and be a part our Nuffy Bear at the UK's largest H

Hospitality Sous Chef - London.Join our contract catering team and enjoy a fantastic work-life balance.We are seeking a passionate and talented Sous Chef with strong experience in global/world cuisine to support our chef teams delivering high-quality staff dining and hospitality in a location.This

Job Title: Chef. Chef Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals for students and staff. Experience as a chef, ideally within a school or contract catering environment (but not essential).

Area Support Manager Location: North Wales & North West, Multi-Site Role Due to the locations of the sites within this remit, we are ideally looking for someone based in or around the Wrexham area. Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum, depending on experience plus car allowance Core working hours are Monday to Friday; however, due to the operational requirements of our sites, there will be an expectation to provide on-call cover on a rotational basis over weekends. Are you passionate about great food, developing people and raising standards? We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Area Support Manager to help drive culinary excellence across our portfolio of workplace dining operations throughout North Wales and North West. This is a fantastic opportunity for a food-led leader who thrives on coaching teams, improving standards and bringing food concepts to life. Working closely with our Unit Managers, Chef Managers and Regional Managers, you'll play a key role in ensuring every site delivers exceptional food, outstanding customer experiences and consistently high brand standards. Personality behind every plate. Food first. Always. At Dine, food isn't an add-on. It's the centre of everything we do. Founded in the Northwest in 1997 and still proudly based in Warrington, Dine Contract Catering was built by chefs and food lovers who believed workplace dining could be something more. Today, that chef-led, food-first mindset still defines us. We're a business where chefs are empowered to create, bringing together seasonal ingredients, local suppliers and bold ideas to deliver food experiences with real personality, purpose and pride. Every offer is tailored. Every menu has intent. What You'll Be Doing As an Area Support Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our food culture, supporting sites to deliver innovative, fresh and high-quality food experiences that delight our customers every day. You'll: Champion Dine's food vision, culinary standards and customer experience across multiple sites Support the successful implementation of menus, food concepts, promotions and seasonal initiatives Coach and develop Catering Managers, Chef Managers and operational teams to build capability and confidence Provide hands-on support in operations, helping teams achieve excellence in food quality, presentation and service delivery Identify opportunities to enhance customer satisfaction, innovation and commercial performance Conduct site reviews to ensure consistency, compliance and operational excellence Share best practice across the region and embed a culture of continuous improvement Support mobilisation projects, business initiatives and new contract launches Act as a visible ambassador for food innovation, hospitality and operational excellence throughout Dine Occasionally provide operational cover at sites within the portfolio What We're Looking For You'll be a passionate food professional with the ability to inspire others and raise standards through coaching, mentoring and leading by example. Essential A strong culinary background within contract catering, hospitality or foodservice Multi-site operational experience A genuine passion for delivering exceptional food and hospitality experiences Experience coaching, developing and influencing managers and operational teams Strong knowledge of food safety, compliance and operational best practice Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement Excellent communication and relationship-building skills A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region including overnight stays where required Desirable Previous experience as an Area Manager, Support Manager or similar multi-site leadership role Level 3 Food Safety qualification (or above) IOSH Managing Safely qualification Experience supporting mobilisations, change programmes or operational improvement projects Why Join Dine? At Dine, food is at the heart of everything we do. We're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences, investing in our people and continually raising the bar on quality and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, influencing food standards across multiple sites, developing future leaders and helping shape the future of our business. If you're passionate about food, people and delivering excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Job Reference: com/2110/40770001/52834077/R/SU #DINE Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKTJ

Chef de Parties and experienced Chefs wanted for regular temporary work across London Hamilton Mayday are looking for experienced Chef de Parties and Chefs to join our temporary team, with opportunities available across hotels, event companies, contract caterers, restaurants, and other hospitality venues. We have a variety of shifts available, from regular ongoing work to ad-hoc shifts, so we're looking for chefs who are reliable, professional, and confident working in different kitchen environments. You could be working across a range of kitchens, from busy hotels and event venues to contract catering sites and high-volume restaurants. You'll need to be confident picking up new sections and working as part of a professional kitchen team. The Role - £15.00-£19.50 per hour, depending on experience and assignment - Regular and ad-hoc temporary shifts available - Daytime and evening shifts - Monday - Friday and weekend work available - Opportunities across Central London and Greater London - Hotels, events, contract catering, restaurants, and other hospitality venues Immediate starts available for suitable candidates Key Responsibilities - Previous experience as a Chef de Partie - Experience in a professional kitchen - Good knowledge of food preparation and kitchen standards - Able to work confidently across different sections - Reliable, punctual, and professional - Good communication and the ability to work as part of a team - Flexible approach to shifts and locations - Food Hygiene Certificate (we can arrange if required) - Right to work in the UK Working with Hamilton Mayday We work with a wide range of hotels, event companies, contract caterers, and restaurants across London, with different shifts and opportunities available throughout the week. Looking for regular shifts or just want to pick up extra work when you're available? Get in touch with the Hamilton Mayday Team - Apply today with your CV and we'll be in touch

Vacancy – Sous Chef / senior Sous £45K - up to £60K i(subject to proven specific skills base and criteria required.) Overview Hermolis is Europe's largest kosher food supplier catering for: Airlines: A major supplier for kosher meals on flights globally. Institutional Catering: Meals for hospitals, clinics, and care homes. Retail: Sandwiches, wraps, and frozen meals available in supermarkets Prestigious and corporate Clients: Private jets, Houses of Parlement, House of lords, Buckingham Palace, 5 hotels menu matching , cruises, Eurostar We currently have an exciting vacancy for an experienced Hot kitchen SOUS CHEF to work alongside the Head chef and achieve daily targets of bulk cooking with a team of competent commis chefs. Hours of work 7am to 4 pm ( some flexibility in hours required but no late evening shifts) Saturday the unit is closed The unit is open Monday to Sunday Subject to negotiated contract terms you will work 5 or 6 days per week Probation period 3 months Required Skills & Experience Culinary Expertise: Significant experience in professional, high-volume kitchens (e.g., airline catering, banqueting, or central production units). Kosher Knowledge: is desirable but not essential as we will provide guidance and on the job training in kosher food prep laws (such as the separation of meat and dairy) Proven Qualification: Typically requires a Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery or equivalent experience. Core Responsibilities Production: managing and preparing large-scale meal preparation for diverse sectors, including aviation, healthcare, freezer centres, and supermarkets. Kashrus Compliance: Working under the constant supervision of a Rabbi to maintain food integrity, including the strict separation of meat and dairy products. Health & Safety: Ensuring full compliance with HACCP (Food Safety) and COSHH regulations to maintain the facility's high sanitation standards. Be mentored by the Head Chef: to shadow him and assist him in meeting daily targets in the hot kitchen and all other duties. Desirable attributes Long-Term Career Goal: Demonstrating a desire for stability is highly valued Hands-On Attitude: As a production-focused kitchen, senior and junior chefs alike are expected to be "not afraid to get their hands dirty" to ensure delivery deadlines are met. Target-Driven Teamwork: The ability to work well as part of a team to achieve daily goals Flexibility: "can-do" attitude and the ability to adapt to shifting production schedules

Hamilton Mayday is currently seeking experienced and passionate Chef de Partie professionals to join our team and work with a variety of prestigious clients across London, including: Private Members' Clubs. Conference and Event Venues. Hospitality and Contract Catering Operations. Schools and Educational Facilities (Enhanced DBS required) What We Offer: Competitive pay rates. Flexible working opportunities. Daytime shifts predominantly available Monday to Friday, with additional weekend work available The opportunity to work in a range of high-quality and exciting venues across London. Requirements: Previous Chef de Partie experience in a professional kitchen environment. Your own chef whites and knives. A valid DBS certificate. A strong work ethic, reliability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. If you are a motivated and dedicated chef looking for rewarding opportunities with excellent rates of pay, we'd love to hear from you. Join the Hamilton Mayday team and take the next step in your culinary career. INDLC

Kitchen Assistant - Part Time, Term Time Only Location: Belsize Park, North West London Salary: £13.09 per hour (£13,940.85 per year) Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:30am-2:30pm Contract: Part time, term time only - 42.60 paid weeks per year, inclusive of holiday entitlement We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join the catering team at a lovely boys' school in Hampstead, North West London. Working alongside the Chef Manager, you will help with the smooth day-to-day running of the school kitchen, supporting food preparation, keeping the kitchen clean and tidy, and helping serve lunch to the pupils. Key responsibilities: - Assisting with basic food preparation. - Helping serve lunch to the pupils. - Keeping kitchen and dining areas clean and tidy. - Washing up and carrying out general kitchen cleaning duties. - Supporting the Chef Manager and wider catering team as required. - Following food hygiene, health and safety standards. The ideal candidate: - Has a positive, can-do attitude and enjoys working as part of a team. - Is reliable, punctual and well organised. - Has good attention to detail and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness. - Has previous kitchen or catering experience, although this is not essential for the right person. What's on offer? - Part-time hours, Monday to Friday. - Weekends and school holidays off. - A friendly school environment. - £13.09 per hour, equivalent to £13,940.85 per year, based on 42.60 paid weeks inclusive of holiday entitlement. Start date: Ideally week commencing 9 November 2026. If you are looking for a part-time kitchen role with daytime hours and school holidays off, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV to be considered. INDLP

Location: Mill Hill, North London Salary: £13.09 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:30am - 2:30pm Contract: Term time only - 40.4 working weeks per year Are you looking for a part-time job with school hours and weekends off? We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly school kitchen in Mill Hill. This is a great opportunity for someone local who is looking for a regular part-time role with excellent working hours. The Role: You will work as part of the school catering team, supporting the chef and helping to ensure a smooth and friendly lunchtime service. Your duties will include: - Serving students and customers during lunchtime service - Assisting the chef with basic food preparation - Helping with setting up and clearing down - Washing up and maintaining a clean and tidy kitchen - General cleaning duties within the kitchen and dining areas - Following food hygiene, health and safety procedures - Supporting the wider catering team as required What We're Looking For: - Previous experience in a kitchen, catering or hospitality environment is preferred - Friendly, reliable and hardworking - Comfortable working as part of a small team - Good standards of cleanliness and hygiene - Positive attitude and willingness to help - DBS check will be required What's on Offer? - £13.09 per hour - Monday to Friday, 10:30am-2:30pm - Term time only - 40.4 working weeks per year - All school holidays are paid holiday - No evening work - No weekends - Stable, regular hours - Friendly school environment - Ideal for someone living locally in Mill Hill or the surrounding areas If you're looking for a part-time kitchen role with family-friendly hours and all school holidays paid, we'd love to hear from you. INDLP

Head of Operations - Hospitality & Catering We are seeking an experienced professional to lead a high-volume hospitality and catering operation within a modern workplace. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused hospitality professional to take ownership of a large-scale operation, driving service excellence, financial performance and team development. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver an exceptional hospitality experience across a busy and diverse environment. Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day operations of a large, multi-faceted hospitality and catering operation. Lead and develop a team of direct reports. Work closely with the Head Chef to drive business performance, service standards and culinary excellence. Take ownership of financial reporting, budgets, cost control and overall commercial performance. Collaborate with other General Managers and senior operational leadership to share best practice and achieve business objectives. Deliver exceptional client service, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. Oversee high-volume hospitality services and premium events, ensuring consistently high standards of delivery. Attend a minimum of one evening event per week, supporting the delivery of high-calibre hospitality experiences. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, develop teams and drive revenue growth. We are looking for a confident, hands-on operational leader with a strong background in high-volume hospitality, contract catering or large-scale commercial catering environments. The ideal candidate will have: Experience managing a large, complex hospitality or catering operation, with the scale and pace of a major corporate site, stadium or similarly high-volume venue. A proven track record in financial management, including budgets, cost control, reporting and commercial performance. Experience leading multiple teams and managing senior direct reports. A strong understanding of both front-of-house hospitality and food service operations. Experience delivering premium hospitality and high-profile events within a busy, demanding environment. The ability to build strong client relationships and work effectively with senior stakeholders. A proactive, commercially minded approach, with the ability to balance operational excellence with outstanding customer service. Candidates currently operating as a Deputy General Manager, Senior Operations Manager or General Manager within a large-scale hospitality or contract catering environment are encouraged to apply. Apply now for the opportunity to lead a significant hospitality operation in a modern, high-profile environment. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families TPBN1_UKTJ

Chef – Care Home £17.00 per hour | 40 Hours per Week | Alternate Weekends | Interviews Next Week Are you an experienced Chef looking for a rewarding role with a great work-life balance? Innov8staffing is recruiting on behalf of an established nursing home client seeking a passionate, organised and experienced Chef to join their catering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef who enjoys preparing fresh, nutritious meals and wants to make a real difference to people's daily lives. Previous nursing home experience is NOT essential! We welcome applications from experienced chefs working in restaurants, hotels, schools, nurseries, hospitals, contract catering and other professional kitchen environments , provided they have the relevant food safety knowledge and experience preparing meals for specialist dietary requirements. With £17 per hour, a 40-hour weekly contract and alternate weekends , this is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a more structured working pattern. Interview slots are available next week! What's on Offer? £17.00 per hour 40-hour weekly contract Alternate weekends Equivalent basic annual salary of £35,360 Established nursing home catering for up to 47 residents Opportunity to use your creativity and catering experience Rewarding environment where your cooking makes a genuine difference Interview slots available next week About the Nursing Home Our client is an established nursing home providing residential and nursing care for up to 47 residents . The home specialises in: Residential care for older people Nursing care Dementia residential care Dementia nursing care Food plays an important role in residents' health, wellbeing and quality of life. The successful Chef will help provide appetising, nutritious and enjoyable meals while catering for a range of individual dietary requirements. The Role As Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality meals that meet residents' nutritional, dietary and individual care needs. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing fresh, nutritious and well-presented meals Planning varied, balanced and appealing menus Preparing soft diets, texture-modified meals and specialist dietary options Following IDDSI guidelines for texture-modified food and drinks where required Catering for allergies, intolerances and individual dietary requirements Supporting residents who require fortified or high-calorie meals Maintaining excellent kitchen hygiene and food safety standards Following HACCP procedures and COSHH regulations Managing food storage, stock rotation and temperature controls Monitoring food quality and presentation Working closely with care and nursing staff to understand residents' dietary requirements Maintaining accurate kitchen and food safety records Ensuring meals are prepared and served to a consistently high standard What We're Looking For Previous experience working as a Chef in a professional kitchen Experience preparing soft diets, texture-modified meals or specialist dietary menus Understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge of food hygiene, allergens and safe food handling Ability to plan and prepare nutritious, varied menus Good organisational and time-management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team A caring, positive and professional attitude Knowledge of IDDSI guidelines is highly desirable , particularly for candidates experienced in catering for people with swallowing difficulties. No Nursing Home Experience? No Problem! We are particularly interested in chefs with transferable catering skills . If you have worked in a school, nursery, hospital, restaurant, hotel or contract catering environment and have experience preparing specialist diets, we would love to hear from you. What matters most is your ability to deliver safe, nutritious and enjoyable meals while maintaining excellent food safety standards. Apply Today – Interviews Next Week! If you're an experienced Chef looking for a rewarding opportunity offering £17 per hour, a 40-hour contract and alternate weekends , we would love to hear from you. Interview slots are available next week for suitable candidates. Apply today with your updated CV, and a member of the Innov8staffing recruitment team will be in touch. Innov8staffing is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our nursing home client. TPBN1_UKTJ

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Contract Director Lodestone House | King Edward's School, Witley We're looking for an accomplished Contract Director with high-end hospitality experience to lead the catering and hospitality operation at Lodestone House, supporting King Edward's School in Witley. This is a substantial leadership role overseeing a team of 30 , delivering services across both a prep school and senior school, including 70 boarders . With hospitality, food quality and service standards at the heart of the operation, we're looking for someone who understands what exceptional looks like and can inspire a team to deliver it consistently. The role As Contract Director, you'll take ownership of the overall efficient and effective management of the contract, combining exceptional service with strong commercial performance and an outstanding client relationship. The role profile includes responsibility for delivering contractual commitments, managing and developing the team, controlling costs and budgets, growing sales and ensuring foodservice and support services meet the required standards. You'll be responsible for: Leading, motivating and developing a 30-strong team Creating a culture centred around high-end hospitality, exceptional food and outstanding service Overseeing the operation across the prep and senior schools, including provision for 70 boarders Building a trusted and collaborative relationship with the client Ensuring client hospitality is delivered to the required standard and identifying opportunities to increase revenue. [Contract Director JD | Word] Taking ownership of commercial performance, including budgets, labour, gross profit, purchasing and operational costs. [Contract Director JD | Word] Identifying opportunities to grow sales and further develop the operation Maintaining excellent standards of compliance and operational delivery Developing and training the team, with clear objectives and accountability. What we're looking for High-end hospitality experience is essential. We're looking for a confident and visible leader who understands premium service environments and knows how to bring excellent food, people and hospitality together. The underlying Contract Director JD also specifies: Proven experience managing successful teams Single-site operational experience in a similar role A track record of leading teams to deliver results Experience growing sales and retaining business A foodservice or similar background Budget management and/or P&L responsibility The ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders Strong commercial awareness Good IT skills. A chef background, facilities management or retail experience, knowledge of food production, and project or change-management experience are listed as desirable. Why this role? This is an opportunity to lead a sizeable team in an environment where food, hospitality and the customer experience really matter . You'll have the scope to shape the operation, develop your people, nurture the client relationship and bring the standards and attention to detail you'd expect from high-end hospitality into an education setting. If you're a commercially astute hospitality leader who thrives on delivering exceptional experiences and developing great teams, we'd love to hear from you. About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/0710/41311001/52838182/SU #Lodestone House Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKTJ

The Costing Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate product, recipe and operational costing, providing the business with reliable cost information to support pricing, margin management, budgeting and commercial decision-making. The role works closely with Finance, Commercial, Procurement, Production and Operations to understand the true cost of products and services and identify opportunities to improve profitability and cost control. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Produce and maintain detailed product and recipe costings. Including calculating material, and other direct costs. Provide accurate costing information for tenders, quotations and customer proposals. Support Commercial teams with pricing scenarios, model the financial impact of specification, contract and volume changes. Provide cost and margin analysis including, investigating variances due to price increase, yield, volume changes among other aspects of the service. Ensure that costings within Newrest systems are updated, accurate and reflect the menus agreed with customers. Liaise with Culinary Lead to ensure that Menu Grids are completed and accurate. Create and update menu specifications and costings for each food component. Ensure all aspects of the service are accurately detailed in the system. Compliance checking, recording outcomes and implementing improvement plans on an ad hoc basis, across the UK. Support in menu presentations / chef tables and customer meetings. Profile Knowledge and Skills Minimum 1 years' experience food manufacturing, airline catering, manufacturing, FMCG or logistics. Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools. Advanced Excel. Experience of working with systems. Experience in Culinary Costings and Analysis (desirable). Data entry skills, good numeracy and attention to detail. Demonstrate problem solving skills Good literacy skills, verbal written and spoken. Ability to translate technical information into operational language. Analytical and critical thinking. Excellent communication, team work and customer service skills. The ability to work calmly under pressure. Organisational skills. TPBN1_UKTJ

Chefs of All Levels Wanted – Temporary Work Across London £15–£22 per hour PAYE | Flexible Shifts | Immediate Starts Available Contract Options Recruitment is launching in London! Following our success in building strong client relationships across areas surrounding the M25, Reading, Birmingham and the North of England, Contract Options Recruitment is expanding into London, bringing our established recruitment expertise and commitment to quality into the capital's hospitality market. We are looking for chefs of all levels to join our growing temporary team, with opportunities available across hotels, event companies, contract caterers, restaurants and a variety of hospitality venues throughout London. Whether you're an experienced Head Chef, Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef or looking to take the next step in your culinary career, we want to hear from you! We have a variety of opportunities available, from regular ongoing assignments to flexible ad-hoc shifts, offering the chance to work in different kitchens and hospitality environments. The Opportunity £15–£22 per hour PAYE , depending on experience and assignment. Regular and ongoing temporary work, alongside ad-hoc shifts. Daytime and evening opportunities. Monday to Friday and weekend shifts available. Assignments across Central London and Greater London. Opportunities within hotels, event venues, contract catering, restaurants and other hospitality businesses. Immediate starts available for suitable candidates. Flexible opportunities to suit your availability and experience. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard. Work confidently within your experience level and assigned kitchen section. Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety standards. Follow menus, recipes and instructions from senior kitchen staff. Work effectively as part of a professional kitchen team. Adapt quickly to different kitchens, menus and working environments. Demonstrate reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude on every assignment. What We're Looking For Chefs of all levels, from Commis Chefs to Head Chefs. Previous experience in a professional kitchen is desirable. A passion for food, cooking and delivering excellent standards. Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A reliable, punctual and professional approach. Flexibility regarding shifts, assignments and locations. A Food Hygiene Certificate, or willingness to obtain one where required. The legal right to work in the UK. Why Work with Contract Options Recruitment? At Contract Options Recruitment, we believe successful recruitment is built on strong relationships, reliability and understanding the needs of both our clients and candidates. Having successfully developed relationships across areas surrounding the M25, Reading, Birmingham and the North of England, we are now bringing that experience to London as we continue to grow our hospitality recruitment offering. We aim to connect talented chefs with quality clients, providing access to varied assignments, competitive hourly rates and flexible working opportunities. Whether you're looking for consistent weekly work, additional income or the freedom to choose shifts around your lifestyle, Contract Options Recruitment is here to help you find the right opportunity. Apply Today – Be Part of Our London Launch! Are you a chef looking for your next opportunity in London? We're keen to hear from chefs at all levels who are ready to join our growing temporary team. Send us your CV along with details of your experience and availability, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss current opportunities. Contract Options Recruitment – Building Relationships. Creating Opportunities. Growing Together. TPBN1_UKTJ

Chef – Education Activity Centre – Marchants Hill, Hindhead (High volume/mass catering is essential) £32,083 per annum plus company benefits The Opportunity A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a junior chef to work within a busy kitchen at an activity centre for young children and adults. The Role You will be a key member of the catering team to ensure that the catering operations runs smoothly and efficiently during breakfast, lunch and dinner times. You will prepare, cook and serve food for approx. 1200, always adhering to procedures. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, temperature checks and allergy management. The role is working 5 days out of 7 – 42 hours per week – overtime available Shift patterns will either be 5.30am – 1.30pm or 1.30pm 8.30pm Christmas off! The ideal applicant We are looking for an experienced Chef from a high-volume background, with some experience managing or supervising working within a busy environment. We would welcome candidates from the MOD, contract catering, large Event and Wedding venues, large busy pub chains and hold the following qualifications Food Hygiene certificate City & Guilds 706 1 and 2 or NVQ equivalent Supervisory qualification preferred This role is subject to a DBS check which is subsidised by the client TPBN1_UKTJ

Chefs – All Levels Location: Cambridge CB2 8 Hours: 7:00am–3:30pm Roles Available: Commis Chef | Chef de Partie | Head Chef Agency / Temporary Work Weekly Pay Interaction Recruitment are currently recruiting Chefs at all levels to support a busy and professional school catering operation in Cambridge. We are looking to hear from experienced catering professionals ranging from Commis Chefs and Chef de Parties through to experienced Head Chefs, with daytime shifts available from 7:00am–3:30pm. These roles would suit candidates looking for agency work, additional shifts or daytime catering hours without the late evenings typically associated with hospitality. Roles Available We are interested in hearing from: Commis Chefs Chef de Parties / CDPs Senior Chefs Sous Chefs Head Chefs Responsibilities will vary depending on your level of experience. Typical Duties Depending on the role, duties may include: Preparing and cooking fresh meals Supporting breakfast and lunch service Preparing ingredients and completing food preparation Working across different sections of the kitchen Following menus, recipes and portion requirements Maintaining high standards of food presentation Supporting or supervising junior members of the kitchen team Managing food safety and hygiene procedures Monitoring stock levels Assisting with ordering and kitchen organisation Catering for dietary requirements and allergens Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment Senior and Head Chef-level candidates may also be responsible for: Supervising the kitchen team Managing service Delegating tasks Monitoring food quality and presentation Supporting menu planning Managing stock and kitchen organisation Ensuring food safety procedures are followed throughout the kitchen What We're Looking For We are looking for chefs who are: Experienced within a professional kitchen environment Reliable and punctual Comfortable working within a busy catering operation Able to work independently and as part of a wider team Knowledgeable regarding food hygiene and allergen procedures Professional in their approach Available to work 7:00am–3:30pm Experience within schools, education, contract catering, care, healthcare or other high-volume catering environments would be particularly beneficial. What's on Offer? 7:00am–3:30pm shifts Weekly pay Daytime chef work No late evening finishes Opportunities available across multiple chef levels Agency / temporary assignments Potential for ongoing work for reliable candidates Professional catering environment If you're an experienced Chef looking for daytime work in Cambridge, we would like to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a member of the Interaction Recruitment team will contact you to discuss your experience, availability and the level of role most suitable for you. INDHUN TPBN1_UKTJ

School Chef – Day Shifts | Temporary to Permanent / Permanent Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Job Type: Full-Time | Ongoing Temporary to Permanent / Permanent Working Hours: Day Shifts Start Date: Immediate Start Available Job Description Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and qualified School Chef to join the catering team at a school in Peterborough. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Chef looking for a stable, long-term position with daytime working hours. The position is initially offered on an ongoing temporary-to-permanent basis , with the possibility of securing a permanent contract from day one , depending on experience and suitability. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook and present fresh, nutritious meals for pupils and staff. Ensure meals are prepared to a consistently high standard. Assist with menu planning and food preparation. Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety. Follow food safety regulations, including HACCP procedures. Manage food stock, portion control and minimise waste. Cater for dietary requirements, allergies and special dietary needs. Work effectively as part of the school catering team. Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and safely at all times. Essential Requirements Previous professional experience working as a Chef, ideally within a school, education, healthcare or contract catering environment. NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Professional Cookery or Catering (essential). Good knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety regulations. Experience preparing meals in a high-volume catering environment. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Reliable, professional and committed to maintaining high standards. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this position. What We Offer Day shifts – excellent work-life balance. Ongoing, long-term employment opportunities. Temporary-to-permanent opportunities. Potential for an immediate permanent contract. Support throughout the recruitment process. Opportunity to work within a professional and supportive school environment. How to Apply If you are an experienced Chef with an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in Peterborough, we would love to hear from you. Apply online today with your updated CV , or contact Saidana at Interaction Recruitment Peterborough on 01733 558877 for further information. Interaction Recruitment – Connecting Great People with Great Opportunities. INDPB TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description Job Role: Chef de Partie - Pizza Chef/n /nLocation: Canary Wharf/n /nSector: Contract Catering/n /nSalary: £37,211/n /n /n Benefits -/n /n /n - £37,211 Starting Salary for 40 Hour Contract /n - Monday to Friday only 7am to 3.

Job Description Chef de Partie – B&I | EC2 London | £35,000 Monday - Friday | 6:30am - 3:00pm /n Enjoy your evenings and weekends! We're looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join a busy, modern contract catering kitchen in EC2, London. This dynamic modern site delivers a busy breakfast a

At Thomas Franks London, we don’t just cater; we craft exceptional, food-focused experiences tailored just for you. With our commitment to openness and transparency, you can trust that every aspect of our service is handled with care and expertise. Thomas Franks London is a chef-led business. To us, this means boundless creativity, energy, passion and fun. Our inclusive culture grows talent within, allowing freedom for our people to feed their ambitions. Delivering tasty, flavour-packed food dish after dish is only possible through our meticulously curated London Larder with access to the prime pick of the city and its surrounding produce. We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Central Production Unit (CPU) Operations Manager with a genuine passion for food, innovation and delivering the highest standards of quality and service. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing central production operation, supporting an exclusive portfolio of high-calibre clients across London. The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with a creative, entrepreneurial mindset, driving growth, identifying new commercial opportunities and developing exciting concepts that continually enhance and expand our offering. You will be passionate about contemporary fresh food, operational excellence and building exceptional client relationships. A natural leader, you will enjoy inspiring and developing people, collaborating with culinary teams and creating a positive, motivating culture where quality, innovation and commercial success go hand in hand. Working as part of our exceptional leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the CPU, ensuring operational efficiency, outstanding food standards and seamless service delivery, while identifying opportunities to add value, strengthen partnerships and grow the business. • Lead CPU Operations: Oversee the entire central production operation, from kitchen production and food quality through to logistics, distribution and client relationships, ensuring exceptional standards, efficiency and seamless service delivery., • Drive Commercial Growth: Identify and develop new commercial opportunities, build strong client partnerships and implement strategies to grow revenue, increase profitability and expand the business., • Develop Creative Concepts: Work closely with our culinary and creativity teams to develop innovative menus, introduce new products and food concepts, and find exciting ways to evolve and expand our offering in response to client needs and emerging market trends., • Manage Financial Performance: Take full accountability for the CPU's P&L, budgets, forecasting, cost control and financial targets, balancing commercial performance with outstanding food quality and service., • Champion Culinary Excellence: Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, food safety and compliance, ensuring our products reflect the expectations of our discerning client base., • Build Exceptional Client Relationships: Develop trusted, professional relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders, delivering outstanding customer service and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance the client experience., • Lead and Develop People: Inspire, motivate and develop the team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and pride in everything we do., • Drive Operational Excellence: Review and refine production processes, systems and procedures to improve productivity, minimise waste, maximise efficiency and ensure consistent delivery against agreed service standards., • Support Innovation and Brand Development: Explore creative approaches to food development, presentation, marketing and merchandising, working collaboratively with our Creativity Team to bring fresh ideas to life., • Champion Compliance and Best Practice: Ensure all operations meet relevant food safety, health and safety, employment and regulatory requirements, maintaining robust processes and a proactive approach to risk management., • Deliver Positive Impact: Lead by example, adding value through thoughtful leadership, responsible business practices and a commitment to making a positive difference every day. You will be an accomplished operations leader with proven experience in contract catering, hospitality or a comparable food production environment. You will bring a strong understanding of central production operations, excellent commercial awareness and a passion for creating outstanding food experiences. You will be equally comfortable managing the detail of day-to-day operations and looking at the bigger picture, identifying opportunities to innovate, develop new business and take our offering to the next level. • Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc)., • Free meals on duty, • Volunteers leave – up to one day per year., • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave., • Cycle to work scheme., • Recommend a friend bonus., • Unrivalled individual training and development., • Well established apprenticeship programme., • Team & company social events., • Employee assistance programme., • Workplace pension., • Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients, and our people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. (optional) I am a diversity candidate. I am BIPOC or from a disadvantaged background or over 55 years old or Non-Binary or Disabled or Non-Heterosexual etc. • We do not send this information with job applications. What is BIPOC? | Why do we ask? I am a freelancer / contractor / bank #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Central Production Unit (CPU) Operations Manager with a genuine passion for food, innovation and delivering the highest standards of quality and service. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing central production operation, supporting an exclusive portfolio of high-calibre clients across London. The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with a creative, entrepreneurial mindset, driving growth, identifying new commercial opportunities and developing exciting concepts that continually enhance and expand our offering. You will be passionate about contemporary fresh food, operational excellence and building exceptional client relationships. A natural leader, you will enjoy inspiring and developing people, collaborating with culinary teams and creating a positive, motivating culture where quality, innovation and commercial success go hand in hand. Working as part of our exceptional leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the CPU, ensuring operational efficiency, outstanding food standards and seamless service delivery, while identifying opportunities to add value, strengthen partnerships and grow the business. • Lead CPU Operations: Oversee the entire central production operation, from kitchen production and food quality through to logistics, distribution and client relationships, ensuring exceptional standards, efficiency and seamless service delivery., • Drive Commercial Growth: Identify and develop new commercial opportunities, build strong client partnerships and implement strategies to grow revenue, increase profitability and expand the business., • Develop Creative Concepts: Work closely with our culinary and creativity teams to develop innovative menus, introduce new products and food concepts, and find exciting ways to evolve and expand our offering in response to client needs and emerging market trends., • Manage Financial Performance: Take full accountability for the CPU's P&L, budgets, forecasting, cost control and financial targets, balancing commercial performance with outstanding food quality and service., • Champion Culinary Excellence: Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, food safety and compliance, ensuring our products reflect the expectations of our discerning client base., • Build Exceptional Client Relationships: Develop trusted, professional relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders, delivering outstanding customer service and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance the client experience., • Lead and Develop People: Inspire, motivate and develop the team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and pride in everything we do., • Drive Operational Excellence: Review and refine production processes, systems and procedures to improve productivity, minimise waste, maximise efficiency and ensure consistent delivery against agreed service standards., • Support Innovation and Brand Development: Explore creative approaches to food development, presentation, marketing and merchandising, working collaboratively with our Creativity Team to bring fresh ideas to life., • Champion Compliance and Best Practice: Ensure all operations meet relevant food safety, health and safety, employment and regulatory requirements, maintaining robust processes and a proactive approach to risk management., • Deliver Positive Impact: Lead by example, adding value through thoughtful leadership, responsible business practices and a commitment to making a positive difference every day. You will be an accomplished operations leader with proven experience in contract catering, hospitality or a comparable food production environment. You will bring a strong understanding of central production operations, excellent commercial awareness and a passion for creating outstanding food experiences. You will be equally comfortable managing the detail of day-to-day operations and looking at the bigger picture, identifying opportunities to innovate, develop new business and take our offering to the next level. At Thomas Franks London, we don't just cater; we craft exceptional, food-focused experiences tailored just for you. With our commitment to openness and transparency, you can trust that every aspect of our service is handled with care and expertise. Thomas Franks London is a chef-led business. To us, this means boundless creativity, energy, passion and fun. Our inclusive culture grows talent within, allowing freedom for our people to feed their ambitions. Delivering tasty, flavour-packed food dish after dish is only possible through our meticulously curated London Larder with access to the prime pick of the city and its surrounding produce., Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients, and our people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. • Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc)., • Free meals on duty, • Volunteers leave - up to one day per year., • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave., • Cycle to work scheme., • Recommend a friend bonus., • Unrivalled individual training and development., • Well established apprenticeship programme., • Team & company social events., • Employee assistance programme., • Workplace pension., • Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Area Support Manager Location: M1 Corridor, Multi-Site Role Due to the locations of the sites within this remit, we are ideally looking for someone based in or around the Milton Keynes area. Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum plus company car allowance Core working hours are Monday to Friday; however, due to the operational requirements of our sites, there will be an expectation to provide on-call cover on a rotational basis over weekends. Are you passionate about great food, developing people and raising standards? We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Area Support Manager to help drive culinary excellence across our portfolio of workplace dining operations throughout the M1 Corridor. This is a fantastic opportunity for a food-led leader who thrives on coaching teams, improving standards and bringing food concepts to life. Working closely with our Unit Managers, Chef Managers and Regional Managers, you'll play a key role in ensuring every site delivers exceptional food, outstanding customer experiences and consistently high brand standards. Personality behind every plate. Food first. Always. At Dine, food isn't an add-on. It's the centre of everything we do. Founded in the Northwest in 1997 and still proudly based in Warrington, Dine Contract Catering was built by chefs and food lovers who believed workplace dining could be something more. Today, that chef-led, food-first mindset still defines us. We're a business where chefs are empowered to create, bringing together seasonal ingredients, local suppliers and bold ideas to deliver food experiences with real personality, purpose and pride. Every offer is tailored. Every menu has intent. What You'll Be Doing As an Area Support Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our food culture, supporting sites to deliver innovative, fresh and high-quality food experiences that delight our customers every day. You'll: Champion Dine's food vision, culinary standards and customer experience across multiple sites Support the successful implementation of menus, food concepts, promotions and seasonal initiatives Coach and develop Catering Managers, Chef Managers and operational teams to build capability and confidence Provide hands-on support in operations, helping teams achieve excellence in food quality, presentation and service delivery Identify opportunities to enhance customer satisfaction, innovation and commercial performance Conduct site reviews to ensure consistency, compliance and operational excellence Share best practice across the region and embed a culture of continuous improvement Support mobilisation projects, business initiatives and new contract launches Act as a visible ambassador for food innovation, hospitality and operational excellence throughout Dine Occasionally provide operational cover at sites within the portfolio What We're Looking For You'll be a passionate food professional with the ability to inspire others and raise standards through coaching, mentoring and leading by example. Essential A strong culinary background within contract catering, hospitality or foodservice Multi-site operational experience A genuine passion for delivering exceptional food and hospitality experiences Experience coaching, developing and influencing managers and operational teams Strong knowledge of food safety, compliance and operational best practice Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement Excellent communication and relationship-building skills A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region including overnight stays where required Desirable Previous experience as an Area Manager, Support Manager or similar multi-site leadership role Level 3 Food Safety qualification (or above) IOSH Managing Safely qualification Experience supporting mobilisations, change programmes or operational improvement projects Why Join Dine? At Dine, food is at the heart of everything we do. We're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences, investing in our people and continually raising the bar on quality and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, influencing food standards across multiple sites, developing future leaders and helping shape the future of our business. If you're passionate about food, people and delivering excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Job Reference: com/2109/40770001/52834497/SU #DINE Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKTJ

At Thomas Franks London, we don’t just cater; we craft exceptional, food-focused experiences tailored just for you. With our commitment to openness and transparency, you can trust that every aspect of our service is handled with care and expertise. Thomas Franks London is a chef-led business. To us, this means boundless creativity, energy, passion and fun. Our inclusive culture grows talent within, allowing freedom for our people to feed their ambitions. Delivering tasty, flavour-packed food dish after dish is only possible through our meticulously curated London Larder with access to the prime pick of the city and its surrounding produce. Are you a natural relationship builder with a strong network across London’s corporate, commercial and hospitality sectors? We’re looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to play a key role in expanding our presence across London, identifying new opportunities and building long-term client partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, entrepreneurial business developer who knows the London market and understands how to turn relationships into commercial success. You will be responsible for identifying and securing new contract catering opportunities, developing a strong pipeline of prospects and building relationships with key decision-makers across London. • Proactively identifying, targeting and winning new contract catering business across London., • Leveraging an established network of contacts to generate leads and open doors with potential clients., • Building relationships with key decision-makers, landlords, property managers, workplace consultants and corporate clients., • Developing and managing a healthy pipeline of new business opportunities from initial contact through to contract win., • Preparing compelling proposals, presentations and tenders that showcase our offering., • Working closely with operations and senior management to develop tailored catering solutions., • Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for growth. We’re looking for someone who combines commercial drive with a genuine ability to build relationships and make things happen. • Proven experience in business development within contract catering, foodservice, hospitality or a related B2B sector., • A strong, established network across London and the ability to leverage existing relationships to generate new business., • A track record of winning new contracts and delivering revenue growth., • Excellent networking, negotiation and presentation skills., • A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the confidence to open doors and create opportunities., • The commercial acumen to manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to contract negotiation and close., • A key role within an ambitious and growing contract catering business., • The opportunity to make a tangible impact on business growth and strategy., • A competitive salary and performance-related bonus., • The autonomy to develop your own pipeline, build relationships and drive results. If you have the London network, commercial instincts and ambition to win new business, we’d love to hear from you. #LI-NM1 • Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc)., • Free meals on duty, • Volunteers leave – up to one day per year., • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave., • Cycle to work scheme., • Recommend a friend bonus., • Unrivalled individual training and development., • Well established apprenticeship programme., • Team & company social events., • Employee assistance programme., • Workplace pension., • Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients, and our people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Thomas Franks London, we don’t just cater; we craft exceptional, food-focused experiences tailored just for you. With our commitment to openness and transparency, you can trust that every aspect of our service is handled with care and expertise. Thomas Franks London is a chef-led business. To us, this means boundless creativity, energy, passion and fun. Our inclusive culture grows talent within, allowing freedom for our people to feed their ambitions. Delivering tasty, flavour-packed food dish after dish is only possible through our meticulously curated London Larder with access to the prime pick of the city and its surrounding produce. We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Central Production Unit (CPU) Operations Manager with a genuine passion for food, innovation and delivering the highest standards of quality and service. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing central production operation, supporting an exclusive portfolio of high-calibre clients across London. The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with a creative, entrepreneurial mindset, driving growth, identifying new commercial opportunities and developing exciting concepts that continually enhance and expand our offering. You will be passionate about contemporary fresh food, operational excellence and building exceptional client relationships. A natural leader, you will enjoy inspiring and developing people, collaborating with culinary teams and creating a positive, motivating culture where quality, innovation and commercial success go hand in hand. Working as part of our exceptional leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the CPU, ensuring operational efficiency, outstanding food standards and seamless service delivery, while identifying opportunities to add value, strengthen partnerships and grow the business. • Lead CPU Operations: Oversee the entire central production operation, from kitchen production and food quality through to logistics, distribution and client relationships, ensuring exceptional standards, efficiency and seamless service delivery., • Drive Commercial Growth: Identify and develop new commercial opportunities, build strong client partnerships and implement strategies to grow revenue, increase profitability and expand the business., • Develop Creative Concepts: Work closely with our culinary and creativity teams to develop innovative menus, introduce new products and food concepts, and find exciting ways to evolve and expand our offering in response to client needs and emerging market trends., • Manage Financial Performance: Take full accountability for the CPU's P&L, budgets, forecasting, cost control and financial targets, balancing commercial performance with outstanding food quality and service., • Champion Culinary Excellence: Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, food safety and compliance, ensuring our products reflect the expectations of our discerning client base., • Build Exceptional Client Relationships: Develop trusted, professional relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders, delivering outstanding customer service and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance the client experience., • Lead and Develop People: Inspire, motivate and develop the team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and pride in everything we do., • Drive Operational Excellence: Review and refine production processes, systems and procedures to improve productivity, minimise waste, maximise efficiency and ensure consistent delivery against agreed service standards., • Support Innovation and Brand Development: Explore creative approaches to food development, presentation, marketing and merchandising, working collaboratively with our Creativity Team to bring fresh ideas to life., • Champion Compliance and Best Practice: Ensure all operations meet relevant food safety, health and safety, employment and regulatory requirements, maintaining robust processes and a proactive approach to risk management., • Deliver Positive Impact: Lead by example, adding value through thoughtful leadership, responsible business practices and a commitment to making a positive difference every day. You will be an accomplished operations leader with proven experience in contract catering, hospitality or a comparable food production environment. You will bring a strong understanding of central production operations, excellent commercial awareness and a passion for creating outstanding food experiences. You will be equally comfortable managing the detail of day-to-day operations and looking at the bigger picture, identifying opportunities to innovate, develop new business and take our offering to the next level. • Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc)., • Free meals on duty, • Volunteers leave – up to one day per year., • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave., • Cycle to work scheme., • Recommend a friend bonus., • Unrivalled individual training and development., • Well established apprenticeship programme., • Team & company social events., • Employee assistance programme., • Workplace pension., • Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients, and our people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Permanent Chef – Term Time - Oxford (OX4) - overtime pay £21p/h Salary: £27,500–£28,000 Monday–Friday 10–12 Weeks' Holiday per annum An excellent opportunity for an experienced Chef or strong Demi Chef de Partie to join a professional school catering team in Oxford. What's on offer? £27,500–£28,000 per annum once permanent 10–12 weeks' holiday per year Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm Paid overtime at £21 per hour Free meals on duty No weekend work and excellent career progression The Role As a Chef , you'll prepare fresh, high-quality food for students and staff, working within a team of four. You'll also gain experience in fine dining, hospitality events and private functions. About You Previous experience as a Chef or Demi Chef de Partie Fresh food and volume or contract catering experience Strong teamwork, communication and food safety skills This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef seeking excellent work-life balance, generous holidays and long-term career prospects. Interested? Apply today or contact Contract Options in Reading and ask for Andrea for more information. TPBN1_UKTJ

At Thomas Franks London, we don’t just cater; we craft exceptional, food-focused experiences tailored just for you. With our commitment to openness and transparency, you can trust that every aspect of our service is handled with care and expertise. Thomas Franks London is a chef-led business. To us, this means boundless creativity, energy, passion and fun. Our inclusive culture grows talent within, allowing freedom for our people to feed their ambitions. Delivering tasty, flavour-packed food dish after dish is only possible through our meticulously curated London Larder with access to the prime pick of the city and its surrounding produce. Are you a natural relationship builder with a strong network across London’s corporate, commercial and hospitality sectors? We’re looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to play a key role in expanding our presence across London, identifying new opportunities and building long-term client partnerships. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, entrepreneurial business developer who knows the London market and understands how to turn relationships into commercial success. You will be responsible for identifying and securing new contract catering opportunities, developing a strong pipeline of prospects and building relationships with key decision-makers across London. Key responsibilities include: • Proactively identifying, targeting and winning new contract catering business across London., • Leveraging an established network of contacts to generate leads and open doors with potential clients., • Building relationships with key decision-makers, landlords, property managers, workplace consultants and corporate clients., • Developing and managing a healthy pipeline of new business opportunities from initial contact through to contract win., • Preparing compelling proposals, presentations and tenders that showcase our offering., • Working closely with operations and senior management to develop tailored catering solutions., • Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for growth. About You We’re looking for someone who combines commercial drive with a genuine ability to build relationships and make things happen. Ideally, you will have: • Proven experience in business development within contract catering, foodservice, hospitality or a related B2B sector., • A strong, established network across London and the ability to leverage existing relationships to generate new business., • A track record of winning new contracts and delivering revenue growth., • Excellent networking, negotiation and presentation skills., • A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the confidence to open doors and create opportunities., • The commercial acumen to manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to contract negotiation and close. What’s on Offer? • A key role within an ambitious and growing contract catering business., • The opportunity to make a tangible impact on business growth and strategy., • A competitive salary and performance-related bonus., • The autonomy to develop your own pipeline, build relationships and drive results. Ready to Make an Impact? If you have the London network, commercial instincts and ambition to win new business, we’d love to hear from you. • Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc)., • Free meals on duty, • Volunteers leave – up to one day per year., • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave., • Cycle to work scheme., • Recommend a friend bonus., • Unrivalled individual training and development., • Well established apprenticeship programme., • Team & company social events., • Employee assistance programme., • Workplace pension., • Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. About us Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients, and our people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. Diversity and Inclusion at Thomas Franks We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Chef to join our team in a prestigious residential setting, providing exceptional meals to a community of 55+ teenage boys. This is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional who values consistency, creativity, and purpose in their work. You'll play a central role in supporting the wellbeing and nutrition of our students by delivering delicious, nutritionally balanced meals in a structured yet dynamic environment. The Chef is responsible for the planning, preparation, and presentation of high-quality meals in a private residence setting. This includes breakfast, lunch, supper and providing hospitality for visitors, parents, and VIP guests. You will work closely with the House and Central Catering team to ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and dietary compliance. You will be based in a historic and well-supported private residence, equipped with a modern kitchen and backed by a dedicated Central Catering team. The working week follows a structured school term calendar, with the advantage of having school holidays off. The role provides stability, personal satisfaction, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on young lives through food. This role is Term Time Only and a Maternity Cover Contract. Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. Benefits Working at Eton College comes with a wide range of benefits that recognise and reward our staff. These include a generous pension scheme with an 11% employer contribution (4.9% employee contribution), salary exchange for pensions and private healthcare, a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, and enhanced family-friendly pay. Colleagues also benefit from a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or significantly discounted access to the College's excellent sport and leisure facilities, and discounts with local retailers and businesses. Main Duties Key Tasks and Responsibilities Plan and prepare daily meals, snacks, and special events with creativity and nutritional balance; Ensure meals are delivered on time and meet the specific dietary needs of residents, including allergies and other dietary requirements; Maintain high standards of food hygiene, allergen control, and safety, compliant with relevant legislation and internal policies; Manage food ordering and stock control to minimise waste and maximise use of fresh ingredients; Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and complete all required food safety documentation; Collaborate with the house team to support food-related activities and promote nutritional awareness among residents; Provide occasional hospitality for visitors, parents, and VIP guests; Attend training and remain up to date with food safety, safeguarding, and relevant hospitality qualifications; Preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and supper; Provide cover for other Chefs across the College as and when required; To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you in the post; All employees of Eton College are also expected to: Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity'; Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood. Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality; Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion. The Ideal Candidate To be successful in this role, we are looking for: A reliable, flexible chef who is calm under pressure and thrives in an independent working environment; Strong communication skills and the ability to follow direction while bringing your own creative flair; Previous experience in private households, boutique hotels, or high-volume catering is desirable; Understanding of special diets, allergen protocols, and food labelling legislation; A positive attitude and collaborative spirit – you're a team player who takes pride in quality service; Willingness to engage with the broader life of the residence when appropriate; Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate; HACCP or allergen management training; NVQ or equivalent in professional cookery. Working Pattern You will be working 40 hours per week, 6 days out of 7, 40.6 weeks per year. (You will be paid over 12 months). You will be entitled to 5.6 weeks of holiday. (You must use all your entitlement (including any lieu days) during periods of school holidays. If a bank holiday falls during a school term period, you will be required to work this day and you will receive an additional day's holiday in lieu). About The College We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on so we can make adjustments accordingly. DISCLOSURE CHECKS Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College. TPBN1_UKTJ

You could be: An Executive Chef Head Chef Sous Chef Senior Kitchen Manager Contract Catering Manager Catering Operations Manager Chef with commercial/business development experience Ideally, you'll also have some experience of customer development, supplier relationships, product demonstrations or b

Hospitality Head Chef - Canary Wharf Hospitality Fine Dining Contract Catering We are looking for an experienced, creative and highly organised Head Chef to lead the kitchen.This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef who thrives on delivering high-quality food, creating memorable dining

We are looking for a passionate, skilled and motivated Chef de Partie (CDP) to join our team within a busy contract catering staff dining operation.This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who takes pride in producing fresh, high-quality food and delivering an excellent dining experience.You will

Job Description Chef de Partie Agency /n We are looking for extra chefs to join our agency working in London 5* Hotels, Restaurants, Gastro Pubs, Event companies, Private Members Clubs and contract catering. Our agency can provide ongoing work within these areas.

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust have a fantastic opportunity for a part-time Chef to join us at our luxury, independent living Solihull Retirement Village based in Birmingham . Are you an experienced Chef who is creative and likes to cook with fresh food? You will be involved with menu planning, special dietary requirements and contribute to the smooth running of the kitchen within a small team. Benefits include: 33 days' annual leave (FTE), Pro Rata for part-time Buy And Sell Holiday Free Life Insurance Cycle2work Scheme Attendance Reward Free Use of Onsite Gym Up to 9% employer pension contribution (5% employee) Blue Light Card discounts Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance Details: Role: Chef Hours: 27.5 hours per week – Permanent Contract Rate: £14.06 per hour (£20,166pa, pro rata of FTE) Location: Solihull Retirement Village, Birmingham, B90 2FH ExtraCare does not participate in the current “ UK Visa Sponsorship ” scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship . You will be given the responsibility for the kitchen in the head chef's absence, and we will provide all the support and training you need. We can offer you a fantastic working environment in our state-of-the-art kitchen, working with a small team consisting of a head chef and part-time catering assistants. What will you do as our Chef? Work with our Head Chef, responsible for providing freshly cooked meals Offer residents an excellent choice of meals which provide good nutritional value. Assist with other kitchen duties and ensure HACCP is followed. Ensure the menus are prepared within budget. Don't miss out , as this is an opportunity not to be missed- apply today! ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. ExtraCare reserves the right to close this advertisement early. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? The role of a chef/cook with Agincare is more than just cooking. Please note this is a bank (Zero hour) contract This position will be work

Chef Location: Derby, Derbyshire and surrounding areas Establishments: Schools Care & Nursing homes Retirement villages and nurseries. Contract type: Temporary - some contracts may lead to permanent after successful period. Hourly rate/Salary: £17-£21 per hour Part time - this will be suitable for any chefs looking to pick extra hours around their current job or commitments Full time- this would be suitable for any chefs looking for full time work with the option of flexible work too. Imagine working as a chef, having a great salary and getting paid for every hour worked, along with having the flexibility of when you work for a better work life balance. We are currently looking to recruit several Enhanced DBS Cooks and chefs of all levels to support our clients in and around Derby and Derbyshire. You will be supporting Schools and Nurseries along with any retirement villages, care home and Nursing homes environments. You will be supporting whilst they are recruiting and for any sickness and absences, to ensure their catering kitchens are fully staffed, serving food to residents and children. You will be working for several contract catering environments based within the Derbyshire areas, however as we also cover a lot of East Midlands regions, we can also cover Nottingham, Burton Upon Trent and Staffordshire too. Why Apply? Great pay rates Weekly pay Dedicated consultant You choose the hours to work flexible shifts Your very own app and portal to accept work on the go No paper timesheet all hours confirmed via the app. Chance to gain more hours around current jobs and commitments. Mixtures of shifts. PAID FOR EVERY HOUR WORKED Different working environments - every day is different The Commute: As we cover a large number of locations across Derbyshire your commute will vary. If you have a car and are flexible with locations, great, if you're limited to public transport, we'll only send you to places that have public transport links and provide you with all the information you will need to get there. The working environment: The role you will be working in, is mainly schools and care homes working within contract catering, and cooking to dietary requirements i.e textured meals. You will also be involved in some of the serving and will come in contact with patients and children. Working Hours: You can choose your working rota each week, the working hours will vary from site to site and may result in more/less work depending on your flexibility. The hours you will be working in a school or nursery are day shifts across Monday to Friday, usually working anything from 7/8am till around 2/4pm If you are working within any care homes or retirement villages you will be working 5 days out of 7 which will require weekend. The hours tend to be anything from 6/7am starts until 5/6pm finishes Requirements and skills: You will have extraordinary attention to detail You will have knowledge of stock management and ordering You will enjoy working with different people Have the ability to work within various environments Available to cover ad hoc last minute sickness requests for our clients this can be on the same day. You will have the skills to manage small teams You will be able to work under pressure and work with a variety of teams You will enjoy being flexible and managing your own diary You will be qualified within professional cookery to City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or equivalent You will have at least 2 years background working as a chef You will be Senior Chef De Partie level or above You will have your own chef whites and knives An in date Enhanced DBS DATED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS ideally on the new updated service programme, without this we cannot work you in Schools or Care homes. (we do have the Facilities to put you through one at a cost if needed, this would benefit you in offering more work.) So if you think this is just what you're looking for then CLICK APPLY TODAY our online registration process takes less than 10 minutes to complete, perfect for those chefs who have multiple tasks to juggle! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. TPBN1_UKTJ

Agency Chef - Education Sector (Monday to Friday) Agency Chef Required - Schools & Education Catering Are you a passionate and reliable Chef looking for a better work-life balance? We are currently recruiting experienced Agency Chefs to work across schools, academies, colleges, and other education settings. Location: Various sites Hours: Monday to Friday, daytime shifts Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rates Start Date: Immediate starts available The Role As an Agency Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for students and staff while maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Preparing and cooking fresh meals to agreed menus and dietary requirements Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety regulations Managing stock and assisting with kitchen organisation Supporting catering teams during busy service periods Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Requirements Previous experience as a Chef within schools, care, hospitality, or contract catering Valid Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum preferred) Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one) Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Reliable transportation is advantageous What We Offer ? Monday to Friday shifts only ? No late nights or split shifts ? Flexible working opportunities ? Weekly pay ? Competitive hourly rates ? Opportunity to work in a variety of educational settings ? Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team If you're an enthusiastic Chef looking for regular weekday work with excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV or contacting our team. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description Chef de Partie – Contract Catering /n Temporary Chef de Partie (CDP) in contract means working at a variety of client sites (corporate offices, events, colleges and venues).The role focuses on providing essential support to the kitchen team.What the role involves: /n /n - Loca

Job Description Agency Chef - High End Contract Catering - £18 per hour - Plenty of Hours Available Monday to Friday /n Role: Agency Pastry Chef Location: Wembley, London Rate of pay: £18 per hour /n Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a high-end contract catering company near

Job Description Senior Chef de Partie/n /n /nWe are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at a prestigious contract catering site for a leading global technology company. As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will supp. This is an excellent opportunity

This is a substantial Business & Industry contract catering operation, with over 3,000 people based on site and an established.

Job Description Chef Manager /n Salary: £40,000 per annum/n Contract: Full-Time, Permanent/n Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7, including occasional weekends on a rota basis/n We are looking for an experienced Chef Manager to oversee the catering operation within our private hospital.

Job Description Job Role: Chef de Partie - Evening Chef/n /nLocation: North West London/n /nSector: Contract Catering/n /nSalary: £36,000/n /n /n /nBenefits -/n /n /n - £36,000 Starting Salary /n - Great Company benefit package /n - Chance to progress in the kitchen /n - Day off on your birthday

Job Description Sous Chef – London/n Salary: £34,867 per annum, increasing to £37,698 per annum after one year Permanent Position Location: Central London /n We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join a prestigious, high-volume contract catering site based in Central Lo

Job Description Salary: Up to £60,000 + Paid Overtime Location: Central London Hours: Monday-Friday | Predominantly daytime /n I'm recruiting a Head Chef for a prestigious financial institution in Central London, leading a large workplace dining and hospitality operation. This is a brilliant rol

Job Description /n CHEF DE PARTIE (CATERING) /n Reporting to Head Chef/Sous Chef /n Full Time Contract - 45 hours per week /n Salary: £36,350 per year with paid overtime and other benefits /n Job Purpose: /n To work with and support the kitchen team in order create 100% customer satisfa

Job Description Job Role: Head Chef - Contract Catering/n /n Location: London City/n /n Sector: Contract Catering/n /n Salary: £45,000/n /n /n Benefits -/n /n /n - £45,000 starting salary for 40 Hours /n - 25 Days + Bank Holidays /n - Monday to Friday only No weekends or evenings /n - Overtime p

Job Description Head Chef- Events/n /n Location: London/n /n Salary: £60,000/n /n Contract: Permanent 45 Hours per week /n /n /nJoin Rocket Food - London's leading luxury event caterer/n /n /nRocket Food is one of London's most respected luxury catering companies, delivering exceptional food and unforgettable experiences at some of the UK's most prestigious venues and private events. Renowned for our creativity, impeccable service and beautifully.../n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n ZIPC1_UKCT

Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or Executive Chef. Do you have Head Chef experience within banqueting, contract catering or a similar. We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to join a large secondary.