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Development Chef Reports to: Executive Chef Are you a passionate chef with a love for innovation and global food trends? Do you want the opportunity to see your ideas enjoyed by travellers around the world? Our client is a highly innovative and fast-growing food business specialising in premium hand

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef, you will be involved in the full New Product Development process, from producing samples to assisting presentations. This role is ideal for chefs looking to transition into product development, offering exposure to cutting-edge food trends and tremendou

Why join Meldrum House Hotel? Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate and this is your chance to be part of something exceptional from day one. Were building a new, signature culinary identity, and were looking for Chefs at all levels who are ready to create, innovate, and shape the future with us. If you thrive on fresh challenges, love being hands-on, and want to showcase your talent in a fast-moving, ambitious environment, we want you on our team. We welcome the opportunity to showcase the very best of Scottish food, drink, scenery and warm hospitality to our guests.Our unique features include our award-winning, locally sourced cuisine, our 800-year-old Cave Bar with an impressive collection of over 120 whiskies, contemporary luxury dining domes and an exceptional golf course, ranked among Scotlands top 100. With 51 luxurious bedrooms and several diverse event spaces, including a ballroom with breathtaking views and the outdoor Titan Sky Bar dome, allows us to cater for various celebratory occasions by delivering excellence and a memorable experience. Youll meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: 29 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date Referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Contributions to a pension plan Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family. Involvement in our employee recognition schemes Long service recognition Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family Spa treatments and product discounts Life Assurance cover The role As Sous Chef,youll be responsible for delivering a high level of food to all our guests through effective leadership and coaching approach. Whether working in our newly refurbished and extended state of the art main kitchen or spacious banqueting kitchen, youll be responsible for: Giving suggestions of improvement where you see fit, to the Executive Head Chef. Involvement in the creation of new menu ideas and concepts. The preparation, presentation and service of dishes for a variety of events or services. Supervision and coaching of the brigade and kitchen portering team. Gaining extensive knowledge of our menus and food offerings. Assisting the management team in the control of all food supplies and purchases coming in and out of the kitchen, using date labelling processes. Adhere to all food safety and health and safety guidelines. About you As our Sous Chef, you will work alongside a great team overseen by our talented Executive Head Chef. We ask that you take pride in your work and have a willingness to learn. Youll have a real passion for food, and excellent attention to detail to provide consistent standards. You will also: Demonstrate previous experience at Sous Chef level. Demonstrate previous experience in a hotel or restaurant environment. Be self-aware and able to evaluate your own work. Well provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fun and fulfilling career. So, whatever your vibe, our family can never be too big, theres a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. Meldrum House is part of the Apex Hotels Group, an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey. This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, candidates who were granted Skilled Worker status prior to 22 July 2025 who have had continuous permission may still qualify for sponsorship. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you! TPBN1_UKCT

Position : Senior Sous Chef Department: Kitchen Company: Meldrum House Hotel & Golf Course Main Purpose of Job Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate, and this is your chance to be part of something exceptional from day one. Were building a new, signature culinary identity, and were looking for Chefs at all levels who are ready to create, innovate, and shape the future with us. If you thrive on fresh challenges, love being hands-on, and want to showcase your talent in a fast-moving, ambitious environment, we want you on our team. You will be responsible in supporting and assisting the Executive Chef in effectively managing the Kitchen in ensuring the correct storage, preparation, cooking and presentation of food for all food and beverage outlets are adhered to according to Company standards. Specific Tasks Lead and develop the Kitchen team through teamwork, skill, initiative and communication and assume a leadership role during all periods of service. Assist with staff training, supervising all kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking and service of all dishes. Assist with the recruitment and selection of Kitchen staff, following the Monogram Collective Company Recruitment and Selection Process. Ensure wage costs are controlled in line with business levels through weekly forecasting. Ensure laundry is controlled within the kitchen. To be fully conversant with the food gross profit achieved and assist in achieving the budgeted food G.P. Ensure that the food hygiene regulations are always followed ensuring that the food is stored and rotated on a daily basis to eliminate wastage. Check fridges and stocks daily and plan purchasing requirements in accordance with business demands. Assist with menu planning and creation. Assist with monitoring all cleaning activities to ensure that the departmental cleaning schedules are followed and kept to a high standard and that all cleaning materials and equipment are used in accordance with the manufacturers specifications and COSHH legislation. Comply with statutory and legal requirements for Hygiene, Health and Safety and other legislation, ensuring that members of the Kitchen Team are also aware of these requirements. Always ensure the security of equipment and food stocks. Responsible for the people management aspects of the role, including managing attendance, performance, H&S, completing reviews, 1-2-1s, annual appraisals and training. Any other duties appropriate to the post Reporting Structure The Senior Sous Chef reports to the Head Chef This post has management responsibilities of the Kitchen Team alongside the Head Chef Personal Characteristics and Competencies ? Previous experience of working within a Kitchen of a 4 or 5 star hotel Previous experience of devising and implementing menus The ability to lead and motivate a team and conduct coaching sessions with staff, to increase their performance or confidence and the ability to conduct performance management sessions to improve the performance of staff members were falling below standards Can demonstrate an ability to deal with suppliers and visitors to the building in a professional manner Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef Food Hygiene Certificate Can demonstrate experience of contributing towards menu development and implementation Can demonstrate an awareness of current food trends Can demonstrate experience of assisting with cost accounting / portion and stock control Can demonstrate an awareness of the importance of minimising wastage Can demonstrate experience of assisting with conducting monthly performance reviews / appraisals Can demonstrate experience of assisting to conduct job selection interviews Competent at writing professional letters and emails, compiling reports and data analysis Can demonstrate a clear understanding of the need for confidentiality good awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace. Can demonstrate the ability to conduct individual and group training sessions with staff on key skills required within their job role. Competent in using Microsoft Outlook - email & calendar, Excel & Word TPBN1_UKCT

Position: Head Banqueting Chef Department : Kitchen Company Meldrum House is part of the Monogram Collective wihtin Apex Hotels group, a leading UK operator of both city centre, luxury hotels and picturesque, rural hotels. We welcome the opportunity to showcase the very best of Scottish food, drink, scenery, and warm hospitality to our guests. Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate, and this is your chance to be part of something exceptional from day one. Were building a new, signature culinary identity, and were looking for Chefs at all levels who are ready to create, innovate, and shape the future with us. If you thrive on fresh challenges, love being hands-on, and want to showcase your talent in a fast-moving, ambitious environment, we want you on our team. Our unique features include our award-winning, locally sourced cuisine, our 800-year-old Cave Bar with an impressive collection of over 120 whiskies, contemporary luxury dining domes and an exceptional golf course, ranked among Scotlands top 100. 51 luxurious bedrooms and a number of diverse event spaces, including a ballroom with breathtaking views and the outdoor Titan Sky Bar dome, allows us to cater for various celebratory occasions by delivering excellence and a memorable experience. Main Purpose of Job Meldrum House is no ordinary place. Your role is to assist in all areas of food preparation as guided by the Executive Chef, creating and ensuring high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest experience while taking care regarding food cost controls. Operations Accountable for the standard of all items leaving the banqueting kitchen pass. Assisting in the creation and delivery of new and innovative menu/dish concepts to ensure that Meldrum continues to be one of the leading event hotels in Aberdeenshire. Assisting in the design of SOPs for all dishes and ensuring that the team receive training and coaching where necessary to ensure consistent delivery. Working alongside the operational and sales team and management to deliver a smooth service across all food outlets. Attend and participate in daily and weekly operational meetings where applicable. Provide daily and weekly briefings to the team to organise the workload required to deliver service. Conduct regular stock checks of kitchen equipment and prepare orders when required to ensure adequate equipment available to perform all tasks. Financial Assisting in the menu costing to ensure that the overall food margin is achieved. Entering all orders using procure wizard. Working alongside suppliers to source the best quality ingredients at the best price. Keeping food wastage to a minimum. Recording and monitoring breakages within the kitchen area. People Assist in providing all new staff members with an induction covering job responsibilities, H&S training, department introduction and showround. Provide feedback through regular coaching. Identify individual training needs and develop staff to ensure they are reaching their potential and able to perform their duties to the highest standard. Ensure all kitchen staff receive regular Food Hygiene, COSHH, HACCP, Manual Handling, Risk Assessment, Allergen training and refreshers where required. Ensure effective communication and provision of information to all staff through briefings, meetings and training sessions. Health & Safety Responsible for the overall standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety within the banqueting kitchen and stillroom areas. Designing, reviewing and monitoring daily, weekly monthly cleaning schedules for the banqueting kitchen areas. Ensure all HACCP procedures are trained out adhered to and recorded. Assist the Executive Chef in ensuring all staff have the relevant H&S training as detailed above and that it is recorded. Delivering and monitoring the Food Allergen House Rules and training. Communicating any food allergen requirements with team members and ensuring that it is delivered. Ensuring that there is adequate first aid provisions available within the kitchen areas. You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: 29 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working. Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date. £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family. Involvement in our employee recognition schemes Long service recognition Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family Spa treatments and product discounts Life Assurance cover This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, candidates who were granted Skilled Worker status prior to 22 July 2025 who have had continuous permission may still qualify for sponsorship. TPBN1_UKCT

If you are passionate about pastry and innovation come join our Pastry team. Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate and this is your chance to be part of something exceptional from day one. Were building a new, signature culinary identity, and were looking for Chefs at all levels who are ready to create, innovate, and shape the future with us. If you thrive on fresh challenges, love being hands-on, and want to showcase your talent in a fast-moving, ambitious environment, we want you on our team. Our unique features include our award-winning, locally sourced cuisine, our 800-year-old Cave Bar with an impressive collection of over 120 whiskies, contemporary luxury dining domes and an exceptional golf course, ranked among Scotlands top 100. 51 luxurious bedrooms and several diverse event spaces, including a ballroom with breathtaking views and the outdoor Titan Sky Bar dome, allows us to cater for various celebratory occasions by delivering excellence and a memorable experience. Youll meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: 29 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working. Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date. Referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Contributions to a pension plan. Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family. Involvement in our employee recognition schemes Long service recognition Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family Spa treatments and product discounts Life Assurance cover The role As a Pastry Chef de Partie,youll be responsible for delivering a high level of food to all our guests. Whether working in our newly refurbished and extended state of the art main kitchen or spacious banqueting kitchen, youll be responsible for: The preparation, presentation and service of dishes for a variety of events or services including afternoon tea. Gaining extensive knowledge of our menus and food offerings. Assisting the management team in the control of all food supplies and purchases coming in and out of the kitchen, using date labelling processes. Adhere to all food safety and health and safety guidelines. About you As a Pastry Chef de Partie, youll work alongside an award-winning Head Pastry Chef and brigade and be part of a growing team who pride themselves in delivering a first-class product every time. We ask that you take pride in your work and have a willingness to learn. Youll have a real passion for food, and excellent attention to detail to provide consistent standards. You will also: Demonstrate previous experience at Commis Chef or Demi Chef De Partie level. Have a passion for all things pastry. Demonstrate previous experience in a hotel or restaurant environment. Be self-aware and able to evaluate your own work. Well provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fun and fulfilling career. So, whatever your vibe, our family can never be too big, theres a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. Meldrum House is part of the Apex Hotels Group, an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey. Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you! TPBN1_UKCT

Chef Open Day 26th of March 10am - 4pm We are holding a Open Day to find chefs with a passion for delivering outstanding high quality freshly made food - Commis Chef - Demi CDP - CDP pay rates up to £14.37 per hour dependant on role Meldrum House is a place where heritage, luxury, and innovation come together. Due to our continued growth as a group of Luxury Hotels within the Monogram Collective , and our commitment to elevating every part of our culinary offering we are looking to expand and grow our Kitchen Brigade . Set within 240 acres of beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside, we proudly showcase the very best of Scottish food, drink, scenery, and warm hospitality. Guests join us for our award-winning, locally sourced cuisine, our 800-year-old Cave Bar with over 120 whiskies, our contemporary luxury dining domes, and our exceptional golf course, ranked among Scotlands top 100. This is a rare opportunity to shape a distinctive culinary identity across a multi-outlet luxury estate, leading from the front and creating memorable dining experiences that reflect the character and ambition of Meldrum House. You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: 29 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working. Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App Wagestream, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date. £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family. Involvement in our employee recognition schemes Long service recognition Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family Spa treatments and product discounts Life Assurance cover We guarantee a short interview with a member of our team and we make decisions quickly, so if we like each other you may well leave the event with a firm offer to join us! Book your place now by clicking Apply to register. We look forward to hearing from you! TPBN1_UKCT

Take charge of our superbly-equipped kitchen, and bring your passion, flair and experience to create amazing menus which inspire our team and delight our diners! Join Signature Senior Lifestyle as the Head Chef at our luxury care and nursing home in Banstead. What Signature Offer Up to £49,500 per annum Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service Workplace pension Free meals on shift for staff working 6+ hours Private medical insurance and company sick pay Life Assurance Scheme Blue Light discount scheme eligible Refer A Friend Incentive £50 voucher and up to £1,000 cash bonus Staff recognition scheme Purple Heart Award Ongoing career training and development Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services Plus cycle to work scheme, study support, long service awards and more Transport Links Commuting - Banstead nearest train station Walking - 1 mile from nearest train station Close to 166 or S1 bus route Your Role at Signature The Head Chef is the heart and soul of our kitchen, in charge of creating a menu that offers our residents an unrivalled dining experience. Youll help create and evolve the food offering across all areas of our community to produce the highest standards, ensuring food is delicious, seasonal and cost-effective. Youll be confident devising dishes for special dietary requirements, whatever the expectations of our diners, while meeting all their nutritional needs. Youll also be leading a team, managing and developing a Sous Chef, Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs, helping them to grow and develop. What were looking for We are kind and compassionate. Positive and resilient. Proactive and organised. Honest and accountable. Passionate and keen to develop. If this sounds like you, youll fit right in. Youre a confident leader, well versed in how to manage a busy kitchen, with NVQ Level 3 in Catering Services. Supervisory experience, awareness of COSHH, working knowledge of Health & Safety and a full, clean driving licence are a big advantage. About Signature Signature Senior Lifestyle offer unrivalled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels. Wake up to the passion inside you. Apply to Signature Senior Lifestyle today. TPBN1_UKCT

Role: Operations Manager Salary: Competitive Salary plus Car Allowance & Great Benefits Location: Kent / Surrey At Impact Food Group, we’re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We’re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands; Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One and Hutchison we cater for over 800,000 students. To find out more visit our website Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join the Chapter One - this role is overseeing a portfolio of schools. This role is a field based role, so you will need to be prepared to travel to support your teams out in the business. The essential ingredient at the heart of our business is our people so we are searching for an experienced multisite Operations Manager with a background in an excellent food catering services to join our business. Can you... Manage, inspire, and engage our teams? Meet with clients to build strong, professional relationships with internal and external individuals, service providers, suppliers, and businesses Demonstrate passion and knowledge of great contemporary fresh food and service Deliver exceptional senior management operations in a contract catering environment for a range of senior clients with exceptional standards. Demonstrate strong motivation skills with a ‘lead by example’ approach Deliver financial management skills - commercial and fixed price What can you bring? The experience and knowledge we are looking for includes. A background as an Area Manager/ Operation's Manager within a Independent Education contract catering would be desirable, we will also be interested in speaking with you if you are from State Education, Business & Industry or a retail catering environment - you will have managed at least 8 sites; Day to day management and guidance of the chef managers running the sites including in supporting with client relationships, Recruitment and HR matters. You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. We are after a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised manager; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won’t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you’re doing. What we’d love to give you… Competitive salary plus a Car Allowance / Bonus 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Life assurance & company pension scheme. Healthcare Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. We look forward to receiving your application

Why join Meldrum House Hotel? Meldrum House is a place where heritage, luxury, and innovation come together. We are reimagining and elevating all of our dining outlets across the estate, presenting a rare and prestigious opportunity for an Exec utive Chef to join at inception and shape a distinctive, signature culinary identity from the ground up. Set within 240 acres of beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside, we proudly showcase the very best of Scottish food, drink, scenery, and warm hospitality. Guests join us for our award-winning, locally sourced cuisine, our 800-year-old Cave Bar with over 120 whiskies, our contemporary luxury dining domes, and our exceptional golf course, ranked among Scotlands top 100. This is a rare opportunity to shape a distinctive culinary identity across a multi-outlet luxury estate, leading from the front and creating memorable dining experiences that reflect the character and ambition of Meldrum House. The Role As Executive Chef, you will own the culinary vision and execution across all dining outlets, including our signature restaurant, bar, dining domes, conference & banqueting, and golf catering. You will lead a talented brigade, champion innovation, and deliver consistently exceptional food quality, presentation, and service. You will also: Design, develop, and seasonally update menus that balance creativity, guest appeal, operational efficiency, and margin targets. Champion provenance, sustainability, and trend-led concepts while maintaining brand consistency. Lead full kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in quality, speed, and consistency across all outlets. Collaborate closely with the Group Executive Chef, General Manager, and F&B teams to align culinary strategy with brand standards. Own food cost %, GP, labour %, stock control, ordering, recipe management, and wastage reduction. Engineer menus and commercial initiatives that drive revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction. Deliver end-to-end culinary excellence for weddings, conferences, corporate events, golf days, and seasonal activations. Build and inspire a high-performing kitchen team with strong culture, training, development, and succession planning. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, allergen management, and internal audit standards. Champion sustainability through local sourcing, seasonal menus, waste reduction, and energy-aware production. About You You will be an accomplished and inspiring culinary leader with the drive to shape something exceptional. You bring: Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef within a luxury 4- or 5-star hotel environment. Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets, KPIs, and cost controls. Expertise in menu development, food trends, and concept creation. Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills. Formal culinary training and food safety certification. A growth mindset, adaptability, and a passion for continuous improvement. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A creative, analytical approach to problem-solving and decision- Meldrum House is part of the Apex Hotels Group, an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey. Youll meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: Youll also receive: 35 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Access to our interactive employee communication app Healthy meals while on duty External Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App with early pay access Pension contributions After your first 3 months, youll also enjoy Access to our Treat Yourself Here discounts and wellbeing platform Participation in employee recognition schemes Long-service recognition Complimentary overnight stay and dinner for two on passing probation and on each annual anniversary 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for you, friends, and family Spa treatment and product discounts Life Assurance cover Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates with existing Skilled Worker status granted before 22 July 2025 may still qualify. If this sounds like the next step in your culinary journey, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you. TPBN1_UKCT

Why join Meldrum House Hotel? Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate and this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary from day one. With all culinary offerings recently reimagined, were creating a new, signature culinary identity for the estate, and were looking for exceptional talent ready to innovate, lead, and help shape the future with us. Set within 240 acres of stunning Aberdeenshire countryside, our multi-award-winning luxury retreat is celebrated for its refined dining, warm Scottish hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences. From our 800-year-old Cave Bar boasting over 120 whiskies, to our contemporary dining domes and one of Scotlands top-ranked golf courses, Meldrum House is a truly special place to work, grow, and create. With 51 beautifully appointed bedrooms and a range of diverse event spaces including our breathtaking ballroom and the outdoor Titan Sky Bar dome we deliver excellence across weddings, events, fine dining, tasting menus, and beyond. This is a rare opportunity to bring your craft to a venue that values creativity, provenance, and world-class standards. The Role We are seeking an outstanding Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and dessert operation across the entire estate. This is a pivotal role for a visionary chef with exceptional technical skill, a modern creative approach, and a passion for delivering luxury pastry experiences. As our Head Pastry Chef, you will oversee all pastry and dessert offerings from afternoon teas and restaurant service to weddings, banqueting, bespoke events, and in-room amenities. Youll work alongside our Executive Chef and senior culinary leadership to develop an innovative, seasonal, and impeccably executed pastry programme that becomes a hallmark of the Meldrum House experience. You will: Lead on pastry menu development, seasonal innovation, and signature dish creation. Elevate pastry offerings across all dining outlets, ensuring consistency, precision, and beautiful presentation. Oversee daily pastry operations including mise en place, production planning, and service delivery. Maintain exceptional standards of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance. Manage pastry budgets, stock control, ordering, and costings. Build strong relationships with local suppliers, championing Scottish and seasonal ingredients. Play a key role in special events, menu tastings, and culinary presentations. Lead, mentor, and develop the pastry team, nurturing skill and confidence. Provide structured training, performance reviews, and development plans. Full compliance with all Health & Safety, Food Safety, and internal standards. Achievement of target audit scores and hygiene ratings. A focus on sustainable practices including local sourcing, reduced waste, responsible suppliers, and energy-aware production. About You Essential Experience & Skills: Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel, fine-dining, or equivalent high-calibre environment. Exceptional ability across pastry disciplines including chocolate, viennoiserie, plated desserts, bread, and celebration cakes. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor a team. Solid understanding of cost control, menu engineering, and kitchen operations. Passion for creativity, innovation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining precision and elegance. Formal culinary training and food safety certification. Experience within 4 or 5 Red Star hotel environments. Highly organised, adaptable, and committed to continual learning. Youll meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: 29 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working. Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date. Referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Contributions to a pension plan. Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family. Involvement in our employee recognition schemes Long service recognition Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family Spa treatments and product discounts Life Assurance cover This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, although candidates with existing, continuous Skilled Worker status granted before 22 July 2025 may still qualify. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you! TPBN1_UKCT

Use your experience and passion for amazing food, when you join Signature Senior Lifestyle as a Sous Chef. You'll take on an important role in a superbly-equipped kitchen at our luxury care and nursing home in Banstead. What Signature Offer From £17.00 per hour Shift times between the hours of 07:00am - 20.00pm We require you to be flexible for alternate weekends Full Time Hours - 40 hours per week Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service Workplace pension Free meals on shift for staff working 6+ hours Life Assurance Scheme Blue Light discount scheme eligible Refer A Friend Incentive £50 voucher and up to £1,000 cash bonus Staff recognition scheme Purple Heart Award Ongoing career training and development Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services Plus cycle to work scheme, study support, long service awards and more Transport Links Commuting - Banstead nearest train station Walking - 1 mile from nearest train station Close to 166 or S1 bus route Your Role at Signature As Sous Chef youll play a crucial role in keeping our busy kitchen running smoothly. Second in command to the Head Chef, youll be responsible for ensuring every meal that leaves the kitchen is nutritious and restaurant quality. Youll manage and develop the Chef de Partie and Commis Chef, sharing your experience and knowledge. Youll also use your creativity and passion to help the Head Chef to regularly review and develop the menu. What were looking for We are kind and compassionate. Positive and resilient. Proactive and organised. Honest and accountable. Passionate and keen to develop. If this sounds like you, youll fit right in. With 5 years experience working in a kitchen and an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene or Catering Services, you know your way around a kitchen. Supervisory experience, awareness of COSHH, and a cool head, even in a hot kitchen, are a big advantage. About Signature Signature Senior Lifestyle offer unrivalled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels. Wake up to the passion inside you. Apply to Signature Senior Lifestyle today. TPBN1_UKCT

Reporting to the Head Chef, the Development Chef will play a key role in developing and innovating chilled food products across multiple customers. Experience in a Development Chef or similar food-focused role (preferred). Development Chef Soups & Sauces.

A front runner in their sector, they are now seeking a Development Chef to join them. We are looking for a highly creative and organised Development Chef who is passionate about their food. In this fast-paced and creative role you will be given the chance to apply your culinary skills supporting the

Advertised by Nobul on behalf of Etherington's Meat**Cooked Meats and Development ChefLocation:Scorrier, CornwallContract:PermanentSalary:£25,000£27,000At Etheringtons, nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Cornwall, we pride ourselves on crafting high-quality cooked meat products that bring

We’re looking for a Development Chef or an ambitious culinary professional ready to step up. Experience as a chef or in product development within food manufacturing (Bakery experience essential). If you’re a chef who thrives on creativity, innovation and seeing your ideas make it to supermarket

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK seeks a Development Chef/Baker who thrives on creativity and innovation.

A leading burger brand in the United Kingdom seeks a passionate Development & Operational Chef to drive menu innovation.

We’re looking for a Development Chef or an ambitious culinary professional ready to step up. Experience as a chef or in product development within food manufacturing (Bakery experience essential). If you’re a chef who thrives on creativity, innovation and seeing your ideas make it to supermarket

You will lead the development of kitchen teams, champion new food concepts, and ensure our food offer remains fresh, inspiring, compliant, and commercially successful. Support and coach teams through chef challenges and provide short‑term relief support where required. Strong knowledge of food tre

They are seeking a passionate and creative Development / Tasting Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and Executive Chef with menu development, client tastings, and product innovation. Assist the Head Chef and Executive Chef with menu development and seasonal updates. Proven experience as a Sous Chef

Support and coach teams through chef challenges and provide short-term relief support where required. Strong knowledge of food trends and culinary development. You will lead the development of kitchen teams, champion new food concepts, and ensure our food offer remains fresh, inspiring, compliant, a

The role involves menu development, ensuring high-quality food production, and managing kitchen staff. A renowned pub and restaurant in Greater London is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team.

A leading education catering company seeks a Regional Development Chef to enhance food offerings in schools throughout the UK. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, culinary development expertise, and a proven track record in food concepts.

Responsibilities include planning daily production, managing material orders, and supporting menu development.

A renowned bakery company in the UK is looking for a Development Chef who thrives on creativity and innovation. Responsibilities include driving new product development, creating and refining recipes, and preparing product demonstrations.

An accomplished Development Chef or Operational Chef with strong culinary skills. Area Development & Operational Chef - Burger Brand with Serious Flavour. We're looking for a Development & Operational Chef who's as passionate about food as they are about leading and inspiring teams.

A prominent hospitality group in the Greater London area is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. This position offers numerous development opportunities, including access to culinary training and a supportive team environment.

As chefs travel the world, the reputations of Chef Works and Bragard travel with them — built on quality design, consistency, and outstanding customer service. Uphold the Chef Works core values and represent the Chef Works and Bragard brands appropriately at all times. Chef Works is an Equal Oppor

Mon-Fri)This role is based at Lee Mill (near Plymouth, Devon)The Bay Tree are seeking a creative and highly organised individual with a passion for experimenting with ingredients to produce extraordinary products of the highest quality.The NPD assistant is responsible for developing new products fro

Job DescriptionAdvertised by Nobul on behalf of Etherington's MeatCooked Meats and Development ChefLocation:Scorrier, CornwallContract:PermanentSalary:£25,000£27,000At Etheringtons, nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Cornwall, we pride ourselves on crafting high-quality cooked meat product

Job Description About The Role Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions.We are committed to your success and offer a range of e

They are seeking a passionate and creative Development / Tasting Sous Chef to supportthe Head Chef and Executiv.

Job DescriptionDevelopment ChefSalary: Competitive plus bonus and benefitsLocation: London and the Home Counties plus Head Office in Staines-upon-Thames TW18Are you the exceptional Development Chef we are looking for?People are the most important ingredient in our business recipe, and we are current