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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    15 days ago
    £46000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Richmond, Richmond upon Thames

    Head Chef – The Lass O’ Richmond Hill Richmond, London | Young’s Pub | Fresh Food | Seasonal British Cooking The Lass O’ Richmond Hill is looking for a talented, passionate and ambitious Head Chef to lead the kitchen of one of Richmond’s most distinctive pubs. Sitting proudly at the top of Richmond Hill, just moments from Richmond Park, The Lass is a beautiful historic pub with open fires, a sun-soaked garden, on-site car park and a reputation for quality seasonal food. We are a food-led pub with real personality, built around British produce, proper pub classics and dishes that feel generous, thoughtful and full of flavour. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Head Chef who wants more than just a kitchen to run. At The Lass, you will have the freedom to shape the food identity, create your own menus and specials, work with great suppliers and lead a kitchen with genuine ambition. What we offer our Head Chef As Head Chef at The Lass, you will enjoy: • Full autonomy to create your own menus and specials, • Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes, • Regular culinary masterclasses covering topics such as game, butchery and shellfish, • Inspirational food trips with our top-quality suppliers, • Regular Chef Forums with other Head Chefs to share ideas, inspire and develop, • Free meals while on shift, • 20% discount in all Young’s Pubs, • 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms, • Share Save Scheme, • Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, • 28 days holiday per year, • On-site car park, • The chance to lead a kitchen in a beautiful, established, food-led pub with huge potential About the food The Lass is built around the idea that a great pub menu should feel familiar, generous and deeply satisfying, while still showing real craft. We want food that guests recognise, crave and return for, delivered with the confidence and discipline of a serious kitchen. The food style is seasonal British pub cooking with a refined, produce-led edge. Think beef tartare with crisp game chips, mince on dripping toast, terrines, pâtés and pickles made in-house, proper pies with deep glossy fillings and buttery pastry, rich braises, hand-cut chips, excellent roasts, seasonal fish, steaks, chops, puddings and simple vegetable-led dishes treated with real care. This is not about overworked plates or unnecessary fuss. The best dishes at The Lass should feel bold, honest and full of flavour. A guest should be able to look at the menu and immediately want to eat, whether they are stopping in after a walk in Richmond Park, settling in by the fire, or booking a long Sunday lunch with friends. Our direction is rooted in: British classics done properly Roasts, pies, puddings, seasonal fish, steaks, braises, sandwiches, snacks and sharing dishes, all cooked with proper technique and a strong sense of place. Gutsy, confident flavours We want food with depth: rich stocks, glossy sauces, sharp pickles, proper seasoning, crisp textures and generous portions. Nothing should feel timid, decorative or apologetic. Seasonal ingredients and thoughtful sourcing Menus should move with the seasons, using British produce wherever possible and celebrating the best of each moment — spring greens, summer tomatoes, autumn game, winter roots, coastal fish, orchard fruit and proper cheese. House-made touches Pickles, chutneys, sauces, pastry, stocks, dressings, relishes and snacks should give the menu its own personality and create value through skill rather than gimmicks. A strong bar and snack offer The Lass should have food that works for every occasion: a quick pint and something salty, a casual lunch, a celebratory dinner, a garden gathering or a proper Sunday roast. Think beef tartare with game chips, mince on dripping toast, rarebit, croquettes, potted meats, seasonal tarts, proper sandwiches, pork chops, pies and generous sharing plates. Sunday as a key part of the offer Sunday lunch is central to The Lass. We want roasts that feel abundant, consistent and worth travelling for, with excellent gravy, crisp potatoes, proper vegetables, generous Yorkshire puddings and the kind of execution that turns first-time guests into regulars. Seasonal specials with purpose Specials should feel exciting but grounded: whole fish, grilled chops, game, offal, slow braises, tarts, pies, seasonal vegetables and dishes that make full use of the kitchen’s skill. The menu should change enough to feel alive, but always remain recognisably pub-first. The right Head Chef will understand that The Lass does not need to chase trends. It needs to serve proper British pub food with confidence, discipline and soul — food that feels rooted in tradition, sharpened by skill and generous enough to bring people back. What we look for in a Head Chef We are looking for someone who: • Has experience leading a fresh food kitchen, • Loves seasonal British produce and proper pub food done well, • Can create menus that are creative, commercial and consistent, • Understands GP, stock control, ordering and labour management, • Leads from the front and brings energy, structure and pride to the kitchen, • Can train, motivate and develop their team, • Takes ownership of standards, food safety and kitchen organisation, • Thrives during busy services, especially Sundays, events and seasonal peaks, • Wants to make their mark on a pub with character, heritage and ambition About you You will be creative but organised, ambitious but grounded, and confident enough to take ownership of the kitchen while working closely with the General Manager to keep building The Lass as a local worth travelling to. This is a role for a chef who wants autonomy, support, development and the chance to lead a kitchen with real identity. Apply now and bring your food, your ideas and your leadership to The Lass O’ Richmond Hill.

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  • Maintenance Operative
    Maintenance Operative
    18 days ago
    £14–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    Epsom

    We’re Hiring! Aims Care is looking for a reliable, proactive, and motivated Maintenance Operative to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone with maintenance experience who enjoys practical problem-solving and takes pride in maintaining high-quality environments. The successful candidate will work across our services, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure our properties remain safe, welcoming, and well maintained. Location: Epsom and surrounding areas Key Responsibilities • Carry out general maintenance and repair work across multiple sites., • Complete routine inspections and identify maintenance issues before they become larger problems., • Perform basic repairs including painting, decorating, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance., • Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repairs., • Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with health and safety requirements., • Maintain accurate records of completed work and report any concerns to management., • Liaise professionally with colleagues, contractors, and service users when required., • Assist with property improvements, refurbishments, and preventative maintenance programmes. Skills & Experience Essential: • Graduate qualification or previous maintenance experience., • Practical hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills., • Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards., • Good communication and organisational skills., • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle., • Right to work in the UK. Desirable: • Experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or property services., • Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or decorating work., • Understanding of health and safety procedures., • Experience working within residential, healthcare, or supported living environments. What We Offer • Competitive pay. £14-£18 per hour depending on experience., • Ongoing, stable work., • Opportunities for learning and development., • Supportive and friendly team environment., • The opportunity to make a positive impact within a growing organisation. About Aims Care Aims Care is a specialist organisation with over twenty years of experience in mental health and learning disability services, built on stability, strong values, and an exceptionally low staff turnover. We create purpose-built environments that feel personal, warm, and genuinely homely, designed so each individual feels a true sense of belonging from the moment they arrive. Our approach combines thoughtful design, consistent leadership, and unique leisure-focused amenities that bring comfort, independence, and pride into daily living. This is what sets us apart, we create places where individuals shape their own routines, pursue meaningful goals, and move forward with confidence.

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