Job Title: Vegetarian Chef (with Catering Experience) 🕒 Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week 💷 Salary: Competitive £39000 📝 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: Vegie Master Ilford is a fast-growing vegetarian restaurant known for its authentic, flavorful, and healthy plant-based dishes. Alongside our in-house dining, we also cater to events, functions, and community gatherings with tailored vegetarian menus. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Vegetarian Chef to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in preparing pure vegetarian meals and should also have experience handling catering operations (including event orders, large batch cooking, and menu planning for functions). Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook a range of pure vegetarian dishes for daily restaurant service and catering orders Plan and execute customized menus for catering clients, including events, parties, and festivals Manage the kitchen during large-scale catering operations Ensure food consistency, taste, and quality across all meals served Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety Monitor inventory and coordinate timely ordering for both restaurant and catering needs Coordinate with management on staffing and logistics for external catering events Train and supervise junior kitchen staff as required Requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience in vegetarian cooking (restaurant or catering) Strong experience in bulk cooking and catering operations Excellent organizational and time-management skills Strong understanding of vegetarian ingredients, spices, and preparation methods Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings when catering events are scheduled Knowledge of UK food hygiene and safety regulations Ability to manage pressure during high-volume service periods Preferred (Not Essential): Experience with Indian vegetarian cuisine Valid UK food hygiene certification Prior experience in managing outdoor food stalls or food trucks (bonus)
Our company is a leading management consultancy firm offering strategic, operational, and digital transformation services to clients across various industries. Our mission is to help businesses unlock their full potential through innovative, data-driven, and client-centric solutions. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Executive to support the growth and expansion of our consultancy services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and contributing to strategic sales and marketing plans. Key Responsibilities: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in line with the company’s growth strategy. Conduct market research to identify potential clients, industries, and service needs. Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective clients through networking, referrals, events, and digital platforms. Lead the preparation and delivery of tailored proposals and presentations. Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships. Work closely with consultants and partners to align business development efforts with service delivery. Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform business strategy. Maintain accurate records of sales activity using CRM software. Contribute to marketing campaigns, including digital, print, and event-based initiatives. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. Minimum 2 years of experience in business development, preferably in professional services or consultancy. Strong understanding of management consultancy services and market dynamics. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets. Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Desirable: Experience with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce). Knowledge of digital transformation trends and consultancy project cycles. Additional language skills are a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Opportunities for career progression in a growing company. Hybrid working environment. Professional development and training support. Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative workplace culture.