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We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a part time basis contracted to 15 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: • Mon: Weekends only, • Tues: Weekends only, • Weds: Weekends only, • Thurs: Weekends only, • Fri: Weekends only, • Sat: Weekends only Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers, • Overseeing and implementing menu changes, • Identifying opportunities to improve our food services, • Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services, • Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts, • Representing Healthcare and maintaining a positive brand image, • Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked, • Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards, • Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service, • Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, • Have experience supervising a team, • Have experience in a similar Chef role, • Hold a Food Hygiene certificate Job Reference: com/3003/43098001/52791583/R/BU #White Oaks 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!

Sous Chef – Brompton Barracks, Chatham Salary: £15.69 per hour40 hours per week | 5 days out of 7Shifts between 05:30 and 20:00 We’re recruiting an experienced and confident Sous Chef to join our large-scale catering operation at Brompton Barracks, Chatham. This is a high-profile role within a fast-paced Defence environment, ideal for a chef with a hotel or events background who thrives on volume, variety, and leading teams. You’ll be working primarily in the Main Mess, with opportunities to support and cover across the wider operation when required. �?? About the site • Serving 200+ covers per day, • 3 kitchens on site, • A large, diverse team of 25 kitchen colleagues You’ll be hands-on, highly organised, and confident managing people, standards, and service at scale. ?? Key Responsibilities • Oversee all kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef, • Lead from the front, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation across all kitchens, • Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety standards, • Support service delivery for both main mess catering and functions, • Act as a positive role model, keeping kitchens organised, clean, and audit-ready, • Support recruitment activities including interviews, trials, and onboarding, • Communicate regularly with the Head Chef regarding stock levels, ordering, and operational needs, • Has experience in a hotel, large-scale, or function-led environment, • Is comfortable managing volume, multiple kitchens, and large teams, • Enjoys being hands-on and visible in the kitchen, • Communicates confidently and works well as part of a senior kitchen team, • Is organised, reliable, and adaptable in a structured environment, • Is physically able to manage manual handling tasks such as stock and equipment, • 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 Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0104/79198001/52089123/SU #Defence 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!

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. #2003

Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group? Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do. W e are on the look out for a passionate Personal Trainer to join our team! As a Personal Trainer you will deliver high quality Personal Training sessions, including programming plans and guiding our members in the gym environment to support them to achieve their goals." We will support growing your client base with a 3 day PT induction and continue growing your passion within health and fitness through our CDP courses. We create an environment where our teams feel a sense of belonging, an environment where they can thrive, both physically and mentally whilst fulfilling their full potential. Some of our perks : • · 50% net revenue and £5 on top when you run your 16th session each week. (minimum £16.00 per session and £21 per session from your 16th, weekly), • Flexible working hours - You choose when you are available for 121 training sessions. ( minimum 25 hours a week ), • Free Club Membership for you and your family!, • 50% Discount on food and drinks., • Opportuni ty to train and develop in sports massage qualifications and 400+ CDP training courses., • Holiday Pay, • Access to our Benefits Suite . About you : As a Personal Trainer: • Please be aware , you must hold a minimum Level 3 CIMSPA to apply for this role, • You will have a passionate about health and fitness and able to support and inspire our members achieve their goals ., • Have o verall great communication and interaction skills, • Be s elf-driven with a positive outlook, • Have a passion about customer service." Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture . Together, we're m ore than a C lub!

Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group? Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do. W e are on the look out for a passionate Personal Trainer to join our team! As a Personal Trainer you will deliver high quality Personal Training sessions, including programming plans and guiding our members in the gym environment to support them to achieve their goals." We will support growing your client base with a 3 day PT induction and continue growing your passion within health and fitness through our CDP courses. We create an environment where our teams feel a sense of belonging, an environment where they can thrive, both physically and mentally whilst fulfilling their full potential. Some of our perks : • · 50% net revenue and £5 on top when you run your 16th session each week. (minimum £16.00 per session and £21 per session from your 16th, weekly), • Flexible working hours - You choose when you are available for 121 training sessions. ( minimum 25 hours a week ), • Free Club Membership for you and your family!, • 50% Discount on food and drinks., • Opportuni ty to train and develop in sports massage qualifications and 400+ CDP training courses., • Holiday Pay, • Access to our Benefits Suite . About you : As a Personal Trainer: • Please be aware , you must hold a minimum Level 3 CIMSPA to apply for this role, • You will have a passionate about health and fitness and able to support and inspire our members achieve their goals ., • Have o verall great communication and interaction skills, • Be s elf-driven with a positive outlook, • Have a passion about customer service." Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture . Together, we're m ore than a C lub!

Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place!.Impact Food Group is made up of 4 amazing brands, Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning!.We a

New Appointments Group are seeking 5x Waiting Staff for Thursday 9th April 2026. 12:15 - 4:15pm in Gillingham You will be serving food and drinks and clearing away after the event, cleaning/washing up and providing customer service. The dress code is black trousers and black/white shirt/blouse. £12.71ph Apply today for immediate consideration! New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and (email address removed) We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles...

Sous Chef - Flexible Agency Work Location: Gillingham Hours: Flexible shifts available Pay: Competitive rates Contract: Ongoing agency assignments Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currently recruiting talented and passionate Sous Chefs to support a variety of sites in the Gillingham area. About the Role: As a Sous Chef working through our agency, you'll have the opportunity to work across a range of kitchens while showcasing your skills in high‑quality food preparation and service. Your duties may include: Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations Preparing high‑quality dishes and maintaining consistency Managing kitchen staff in the absence of senior chefs Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and allergen standards are met Keeping the kitchen running smoothly during busy periods What We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up Confidence working independently and within different teams Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen best practices Reliability, adaptability, and a positive, professional attitude Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment What We Offer: Competitive pay rates Flexible working to suit your schedule A variety of assignments across different sites Weekly pay and ongoing agency support Opportunities to develop your experienc...

Sous Chef - Flexible Agency Work Location: Gillingham Hours: Flexible shifts available Pay: Competitive rates Contract: Ongoing agency assignments Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currently recruiting talented and passionate Sous Chefs to support a variety of sites in the Gillingham area. About the Role: As a Sous Chef working through our agency, you'll have the opportunity to work across a range of kitchens while showcasing your skills in high-quality food preparation and service. Your duties may include: • Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations, • Preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining consistency, • Managing kitchen staff in the absence of senior chefs, • Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and allergen standards are met, • Keeping the kitchen running smoothly during busy periods What We're Looking For: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up, • Confidence working independently and within different teams, • Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen best practices, • Reliability, adaptability, and a positive, professional attitude, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: ...

Our growing business has been all about British apples and pears since 1947. From father to son, every day for over 75 years, our family business is growing. We innovate and change but our values always stay the same. Were a team who pride ourselves on the Goathams way, passionate about growing the very best quality British apples and pears. We have excellent opportunities available for experienced and responsible individuals to join our transport department in the role of HGV Class 1 Driver. The purpose of this role is to ensure our goods are transported both safely and securely. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring strict adherence to UK driving laws and legislation and ensuring respect for the environment and public. Please note, vehicles are allocated on a job basis and therefore you will not necessarily be assigned a permanent truck to operate. Responsibilities Include: Ensuring all aspects safety and customer site rules are adhered to. Ensuring all transport legislation including drivers hours and vehicle defect reporting is adhered to. Taking responsibility for the security of any products carried whilst in transit. This can include long distance journeys which may mean spending occasional nights away from home. To drive in a safe and economic matter in line with UK driving laws and legislation. Carrying out various trailer work; including chilled refrigerators, curtain siders, low loaders and containers. Ensuring all delivery and collection notes and paperwork are correct. Providing accurate paperwork relevant to debriefing of allocated jobs. Providing an exceptional standard of service to our customers and colleagues. Operating a forklift or pump truck as and when required to load and/or unload vehicles. Maintaining cleanliness of company vehicles and wearing any PPE as required. Occasional operating of our 30 seater company bus Our perfect HGV Class 1 Driver would have: A HGV Class 1 license and current Tacho Card is essential A PSV license would prove advantageous, or alternatively the willingness to undertake the training (funded by the company) Proven working experience of operating HGV Class 1 Vehicles is essential Understanding of and adherence to health and safety protocols and food hygiene standards The ability to interpret and follow written and spoken instructions Comfortable with a physical role where manual handling is a frequent requirement A can-do attitude with the ability to use own initiative The ability to commit to a flexible and often unsociable working pattern and hours The hours you would work: An average of a 55 hour working week comprising of a rolling shift pattern of 5 on 1 off (week one) and 5 on 2 off (week 2). Please note, this averages as 1 in 12 full weekends off) Rate of pay: £17.36 for the first 40 hours £21.70 after 40 hours An additional allowance paid for overnight stays. Additional bonus paid for driving of 30 seater buses What else we can offer you: Loyalty rewarded earn an extra day of holiday for every 2 years of service Secure your future - You will be automatically enrolled in the company pension scheme after three months of service (contributions: employee 5%, employer 3%) Eyecare vouchers to help you look after your vision Fortnightly pay for regular, reliable income Extensive learning & development platform, available in multiple languages to support your growth Company accommodation available where required Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support whenever you need it Private GP service for fast, convenient access to medical advice Free onsite parking Festive fun with our all-staff December advent calendar and prizes to be won Exclusive BHN discounts on a wide range of brands and services Free Will Writing Opportunities twice a year Education - Free English Training Opportunities Study Sponsorship opportunities Free Fruit TPBN1_UKTJ

Your role includes taking orders, serving food and drinks, handling payments, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for members and guests. Take and process food and beverage orders accurately, ensuring prompt and efficient service. As a Food and Beverage Attendant at Get Golfing CIO's Cobtree Manor,

A restaurant management company in Rochester is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead the team and assist in overall restaurant operations.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in the food and beverage industry and will be responsible for ensuring service quality and supportin

A global fast-food chain is seeking an Overnight Crew Member to join their Strood team.The ideal candidate will deliver exceptional customer service overnight, ensuring cleanliness and quality in every order.You must be energetic, friendly, and able to maintain high standards throughout the night.Re

A global fast-food brand is seeking an Overnight Crew Member to join their team in Strood, England.This role requires providing excellent customer service throughout the night, maintaining the restaurant's quality and cleanliness, and working effectively as part of a team.Ideal candidates will be en

You will be tasked with delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring that every customer enjoys a memorable experience.

Food & Drink Service - Serve meals and beverages to guests, maintaining high presentation and service standards. Order Management - Take and process food and beverage orders accurately, ensuring prompt and efficient service. Your role includes taking orders, serving food and drinks, handling payment

At a glance, your role is to work as part of a team to prepare and cook food and to help to keep the kitchen running smoothly, all while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and customer service. Operating kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more. Cleaning as

Technical and Compliance Assistant £30,000 Monday to Friday, Office Based We are seeking a motivated and organised Technical and Compliance Assistant to join a busy office-based team in Mid Kent. While prior experience in compliance is advantageous, graduates with a relevant degree are also welcome to apply. You will play a key role in supporting technical, compliance, and quality activities, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Duties: Supporting product development by researching new products, market comparisons, and compliance requirements Assessing pre-production and production samples for quality and completing Fit, Form & Function (FFF) testing Maintaining and updating product data and pack copy documentation Liaising with suppliers and external partners to ensure accurate product information and approvals Reviewing artwork and supporting compliance Monitoring legislative changes and assisting with relevant compliance updates (e.g., environmental and food regulations) Assisting with packaging waste data, supplier accreditations, and testing documentation Supporting colleagues with ad hoc tasks as required The successful candidate must have/be: Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Attention to detail with a proactive and problem-solving mindset Flexibility to support a variety of tasks across technical and compliance areas Experience liaising with suppliers or customers (desirable) Knowledge of technical compliance or product development processes (desirable) This role is being handled by Holly Ensoll, Business Support Consultants for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment. By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over £50,000 so far

Senior Sous Chef - Brompton Barracks ?? Pay: £16.65 per hour ? Hours: 40 hours per week ?? Working Pattern: 5 days over 7 Shift Patterns Early: 06:00 - 14:30 Late: 10:45 - 19:15 Meal Service Times Breakfast: 06:30 - 07:45 Lunch: 12:00 - 13:45 Evening Meal: 17:00 - 19:00 We are recruiting an experienced and adaptable Senior Sous Chef to join our team at Brompton Barracks . This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a busy Defence catering environment, supporting multiple kitchen operations on site. Working across 3 kitchens , you will play a key role in maintaining high culinary standards, supporting the Head Chef, and ensuring smooth delivery of both daily catering and functions. Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef with the overall running of kitchen operations Prepare, cook, and oversee the delivery of high-quality meals across all services Lead, motivate, and develop kitchen teams across multiple kitchens Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards are maintained Oversee food hygiene, safety, and compliance across all areas Assist with menu planning, stock control, ordering, and allergen management Support and deliver catering for functions and special events About You Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up Comfortable working across multiple kitchens in a fast-paced environment Flexible and adaptable, particularly around functions and varying service demands Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Culinary qualifications desirable (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent) Passion for high-quality food and excellent service 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 About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/2003/79198001/52694674/SU #Defence 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_UKCT

Head Chef - Join Culinary Excellence in Kent! Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for a role in a thriving, family-run restaurant in Kent? This is a fantastic opportunity to step up and play a pivotal role in the success of a restaurant renowned for its authentic cuisine. We're also keen to hear from those looking to step up from Senior Sous Chef positions. As the new Head chef, you will be instrumental in maintaining kitchen operations and supporting the Chef Patron in maintaining high standards of food quality and service. You'll have a direct impact on the development of junior staff and the overall culinary direction. Here's what this exciting opportunity offers: Salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 Plus £3,000 to £6,000 service charge The chance to be a key part of a growing, passionate family-run business. Immerse yourself in authentic cuisine. Be a vital Chef in the heart of Kent striving to achieve a Michelin star Your responsibilities will include: Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations, menu execution, food quality. Proficient in food costing, Team Management and support on Recipe Development. Playing a key role in the training and development of junior kitchen staff. Ensuring all dishes meet the highest standards of taste and presentation. Maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations. We are looking for a Head Chef with: Proven Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef experience in a similar busy restaurant environment. Experience at a 3 AA Rosette or Michelin level would be ideal. A strong passion for quality food. Excellent organisational and communication skills. The ability to motivate and train junior chefs. This is a brilliant opportunity for a dedicated Head Chef to make a significant impact within a unique and respected establishment in Kent. If you are a driven culinary professional ready to take on this challenge, apply now! Apply now and become an integral part of a passionate culinary team. Contact: Nicky Faith Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDELITE Location: Kent Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

About a career with Elis Elis is an international multi-service provider, offering textile, hygiene and facility services solutions. With over 50,000 employees across 28 countries, we provide essential, sustainable services to the industrial, hospitality, healthcare, and commercial sectors. Your Mission at Elis Manage the Production operation to produce quality products which meet the customers packing requirements, are produced efficiently and delivered at the agreed time. Ensure compliance with safety rules and legislation including correct training for staff on plant and machinery in accordance with policy and procedure. Manage and control all activities in accordance with the production plan to ensure Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) targets are achieved. Train, motivate, monitor and coach the production team to ensure Operational Excellence is achieved and Service Excellence is maintained Ensure site inductions and workwear are deployed to staff and visitors Contribute to feedback and debriefing sessions to identify common operational issues and identify opportunities to improve policies processes and procedures Work with management team to increase the effectiveness, efficiency and added value of all functional activities Work with the onsite management team to identify solutions to any production issues which may affect the successful completion of delivery schedules. What will make you stand out? Worked in a food processing / production / FMCG manufacturing industry (desirable) Experience or strong understanding how to manage and motivate people Practical knowledge of LEAN Six Sigma methodologies (desirable) Experience of working in a customer focussed environment (desirable) competency in PC skills Ability to deliver quality results under pressure. What's on offer? 33 Days Holiday Company Pension Employee Assistance Programme Private Medical Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. We are able offer, and encourage career growth, and have national coverage to facilitate ambition. Interested? Then apply online! Your contact person: Dominic Frimpong HR Coordinator Tel: TPBN1_UKTJ

National Account Manager £55k plus package This is an ideal opportunity for someone hungry to develop their commercial career within an entrepreneurial SME with a strong track record of success. The business already has excellent relationships with multiple retail and foodservice customers, and this role will further strengthen those partnerships while strategically expanding market reach. An ambitious company that has surpassed its initial targets, they are now looking to add real value to their commercial team as they continue their growth journey. Their innovation and the leadership demonstrated by the senior team are both motivational and tangible. Alongside a successful own-label product range, their branded portfolio also performs exceptionally well. This role offers the chance for someone to truly make their mark and step away from the constraints of a large corporate structure. In this National Account Manager role, you will: Maintain and grow existing retail and foodservice accounts. Attract new customers through proactive business development, both independently and in collaboration with the wider team. Work closely with customer service and supply chain teams. Present confidently to customers and internal stakeholders. Manage customer budgets within your remit. Provide accurate sales data for both branded and own-label products. Report directly to and work closely with the Commercial Director. Build strong relationships with the New Product Development team to maintain excellent product knowledge. Demonstrate flexibility in your working approach, with ideally 1-2 days per week in the office. The ideal background for this role: Commercial experience within food manufacturing or FMCG categories. A strong understanding of selling into retail and foodservice accounts, acting as the key point of contact with a regular presence at customer sites. A detail‑oriented approach, with the ability to manage data across multiple customers in a deadline-driven environment. Confident presentation skills for both customers and internal stakeholders. Strong numerical ability to correctly interpret commercial data. Ambition to succeed in a commercial role and contribute to the wider business. Excellent influencing and communication skills. There is so much more to share about this opportunity. It's a fantastic time to join a successful, growing business that is expanding its commercial team to meet demand and continue its upward trajectory. For more information, please forward your CV to Sarah at the Novus team

The Company Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing food business supplying premium, bespoke ambient products to a wide range of customers including major UK retailers, restaurants, and hotel groups. Operating from a modern manufacturing facility in Kent, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and delivering high-end products to its customers. The Opportunity We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sales Support Executive to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the food and drink industry. The role would suit someone who is commercially minded, organised, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where they can be closely involved in both customer relationships and new business activity. You will play an important role in supporting the sales team, helping to generate new opportunities, and ensuring customers receive a high level of service. It’s a hands-on position that offers exposure to the full sales cycle within a supportive and ambitious SME business. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the sales team with new business activity, including customer research and lead generation, • Assisting with the development and management of the sales pipeline, • Contacting prospective customers through calls, networking, and industry events, • Working closely with internal teams including NPD, supply chain, and operations, • Managing customer accounts, handling queries, and building strong relationships, • Supporting order processing and ensuring all customer requirements are handled efficiently, • Analysing sales data and reporting on performance where required, • Keeping up to date with market trends and competitor activity, • Providing general sales administration support to the commercial team The Person • 1–3 years’ experience in a sales, commercial, or customer-facing role, • A genuine interest in the food and drink industry, • Confident, proactive, and willing to take a hands-on approach, • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships easily, • Well organised with strong attention to detail, • Able to manage multiple tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment, • Positive attitude and keen to develop a career within sales Why Apply? • Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious food business, • Exposure to the full sales process and genuine career development opportunities, • Work within a supportive SME environment, • Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package, • A great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within the food industry We regret that our client is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. To apply, please send your CV in strict confidence, quoting the reference above, for the attention of James Constable. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within one week, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Compass Group on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities: Great operational training and development Life assurance scheme Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Access to some great high street discount vouchers Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Compass Group Ireland? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Overseeing and implementing menu changes Identifying opportunities to improve our food services Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts Representing Compass Group Ireland and maintaining a positive brand image Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations Our ideal Chef will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Have experience supervising a team Have experience in a similar Chef role Hold a Food Hygiene certificate Have a flexible approach to working We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why 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 About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/3003/79198001/52694673/SU #Defence 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_UKCT

Our growing business has been all about British apples and pears since 1947. From father to son, every day for over 75 years, our family business is growing. We innovate and change but our values always stay the same. Were a team who pride ourselves on the Goathams way, passionate about growing the very best quality British apples and pears. An opportunity has arisen for capable individuals with an eye for detail to join our Production team in the role of Shunter Driver. The Shunter Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, trailers, and other equipment within the yard and warehouse areas. They ensure trailers are correctly positioned for loading and unloading while maintaining full compliance with health and safety regulations. Responsibilities Include: Safely manoeuvre and park vehicles and trailers within the yard and designated areas. Ensure timely and correct positioning of trailers at loading bays for inbound and outbound operations. Conduct daily pre-use checks on vehicles and trailers, reporting any defects promptly in line with VOR (Vehicle Off Road) procedures. Perform safe and efficient trailer movements across the site according to the daily plan. Always follow all yard safety procedures and speed limits. Assist with coupling and uncoupling of trailers as required. Maintain accurate records of trailer and vehicle movements, ensuring proper documentation. Communicate clearly and professionally with Yard, Packhouse Transport Desk, and Dispatch teams. Occasionally support other yard functions such as Gatehouse operations, Banksman, or Forklift driving as needed. Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and legal requirements. Maintain a clean, tidy, and organised yard environment. Our perfect Shunter Driver would have/be: A valid shunter licence and relevant experience Takes responsibility for own actions All employees, across all departments, must follow the companys Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Hygiene Policies at all times. These policies are designed to protect employee well-being and ensure compliance with customer and BRC (British Retail Consortium) requirements. Company-provided PPE must be worn at all times, in accordance with the requirements set out in company policies. Previous experience of working in a warehouse or stores-based environment would be an advantage Understanding of and adherence to health and safety protocols and food hygiene standards The ability to interpret and follow written and spoken instructions Comfortable with a physical role where manual handling is a frequent requirement Respect for others and values diversity; happy to listen and work as part of a team Actively listens and contributes towards the team effort; collaborates and shares expertise with others Approaches challenges with a positive mind-set A can-do attitude with a flexible and dynamic approach The ability to use own initiative; takes pride in delivering against tight deadlines despite working under pressure The ability to learn how to operate our handheld scanners Displays pride in A. C. Goatham, our products and processes Customer focussed; able to provide a pragmatic and responsive service. Builds strong relationships throughout the organisation The hours you would work: 45 hours per week, scheduled between 07:00 and midnight 3rd Shift: 14:00 00:00 Flexibility is essential. Rate of pay: An experienced and skilled Shunter Driver will start on the junior salary: £16.12 basic and 1.25 overtime during a 6-month probation period. If successful, they will be moved to the senior rate: £17.81 basic and 1.25 overtime. What else we can offer you: 28 days holiday including bank holidays (with an opportunity to earn more holiday based on your length of service) Pension scheme Fortnightly pay Learning and development opportunities Free onsite parking An opportunity to occupy our company accommodation if required Access to free Wi-Fi TPBN1_UKTJ

Sous Chef - Brompton Barracks, Chatham Salary: £15.69 per hour 40 hours per week | 5 days out of 7 Shifts between 05:30 and 20:00 We're recruiting an experienced and confident Sous Chef to join our large-scale catering operation at Brompton Barracks, Chatham . This is a high-profile role within a fast-paced Defence environment, ideal for a chef with a hotel or events background who thrives on volume, variety, and leading teams. You'll be working primarily in the Main Mess , with opportunities to support and cover across the wider operation when required. ??? About the site Serving 200+ covers per day 3 kitchens on site A large, diverse team of 25 kitchen colleagues A mix of daily service and functions , offering variety and challenge ????? The Role As Sous Chef, you'll play a key leadership role within the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across a large, multi-kitchen site. You'll be hands-on, highly organised, and confident managing people, standards, and service at scale. ?? Key Responsibilities Oversee all kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef Lead from the front, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation across all kitchens Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety standards Support service delivery for both main mess catering and functions Act as a positive role model, keeping kitchens organised, clean, and audit-ready Support recruitment activities including interviews, trials, and onboarding Communicate regularly with the Head Chef regarding stock levels, ordering, and operational needs Take a proactive, hands-on approach to team leadership and service delivery About You This role would suit a Sous Chef who: Has experience in a hotel, large-scale, or function-led environment Is comfortable managing volume, multiple kitchens, and large teams Enjoys being hands-on and visible in the kitchen Communicates confidently and works well as part of a senior kitchen team Is organised, reliable, and adaptable in a structured environment Is physically able to manage manual handling tasks such as stock and equipment Is confident using Microsoft Office and Outlook 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 About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0104/79198001/52089123/SU #Defence 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_UKCT

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a part time basis contracted to 15 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon: Weekends only Tues: Weekends only Weds: Weekends only Thurs: Weekends only Fri: Weekends only Sat: Weekends only Sun: Weekends only Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Overseeing and implementing menu changes Identifying opportunities to improve our food services Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts Representing Healthcare and maintaining a positive brand image Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations Our ideal Chef will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Have experience supervising a team Have experience in a similar Chef role Hold a Food Hygiene certificate Have a flexible approach to working 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/3003/43098001/52791583/R/BU #White Oaks 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_UKCT

Industrial Refrigeration / Chiller Engineer – Kent – 22PH & D2D I am currently representing a leading industrial refrigeration and air conditioning specialist who have an exciting new position for an industrial refrigeration / chiller engineer to join a growing team in Kent. The company operate worldwide with various divisions as a group. You will be joining their commercial and industrial refrigeration team specialise in the design, installation and service for food and distribution sectors. You will be working in various full production plants with a particular emphasis on industrial refrigeration and Glycol chillers. The client is also open to looking at experienced commercial refrigeration engineers who are looking to take a step into the industrial sector with competency training provided through the business. Requirements Refrigeration Service Experience Fully qualified - Refrigeration Handling C&G 2079 (FGas) Full UK Driving License Salary & Package: 22PH on a 40-hour working week (£45,760) company bonus schemes 8.30 – 5 – with 1 hour for lunch D2D travel paid – all travel is paid at 1.5 O/T Rate. Company Van & Fuel Card 22 days holiday + bank Christmas Shut down Company Death in service & Pension scheme & Sick pay Tools account, uniform, PPE etc all supplied. Call out rota with 150-pound standby To apply, please send a copy of your most updated CV

Industrial Refrigeration / Chiller Engineer – Kent – 22PH & D2D I am currently representing a leading industrial refrigeration and air conditioning specialist who have an exciting new position for an industrial refrigeration / chiller engineer to join a growing team in Kent. The company operate worldwide with various divisions as a group. You will be joining their commercial and industrial refrigeration team specialise in the design, installation and service for food and distribution sectors. You will be working in various full production plants with a particular emphasis on industrial refrigeration and Glycol chillers. The client is also open to looking at experienced commercial refrigeration engineers who are looking to take a step into the industrial sector with competency training provided through the business. Requirements Refrigeration Service Experience Fully qualified - Refrigeration Handling C&G 2079 (FGas) Full UK Driving License Salary & Package: 22PH on a 40-hour working week company bonus schemes 8.30 – 5 – with 1 hour for lunch D2D travel paid – all travel is paid at 1.5 O/T Rate. Company Van & Fuel Card 22 days holiday + bank Christmas Shut down Company Death in service & Pension scheme & Sick pay Tools account, uniform, PPE etc all supplied. Call out rota with 150-pound standby. If you feel you would be well suited for the role or would like to find out more, please send your up-to-date CV

Maintenance Engineer £50,000 Commutable from Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Gravesend, Strood Night shift: Monday-Thursday Life Assurance, Pension Scheme, Gym Access, Growing Company A great opportunity for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a manufacturing environment. Working under the Engineering Manager, you'll support the safe, reliable and compliant operation of production, packing and auxiliary equipment. This role combines both mechanical and electrical responsibilities, covering reactive and preventative maintenance while ensuring engineering standards are upheld. Role & Responsibilities: Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on production, packing and site equipment Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults, completing repairs and adjustments to engineering standards Support equipment changeovers, set‑ups and commissioning activities to ensure efficient production start‑ups Maintain accurate engineering records, work orders and spare‑parts usage within the CMMS Collaborate with Production, Quality and Technical teams to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Experience as a multi‑skilled engineer within a regulated manufacturing environment (nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, FMCG or similar) Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills, with familiarity in Root Cause Analysis Understanding of GMP, Food Safety principles, safe working practices and engineering compliance Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals and engineering documentation Competent using CMMS systems, with strong communication skills and a proactive, reliable approach Benefits: £50,000 salary Life Assurance Pension Scheme Gym Access Growing Company How to apply: Suitable candidates for the Engineering Stores Person role should apply immediately using the 'Apply Now' button by calling Oliver Broderick on (phone number removed) or by sending your CV directly to . We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK. Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the UK. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on (phone number removed) and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants. If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Sous Chef - Flexible Agency Work Location: Gillingham Hours: Flexible shifts available Pay: Competitive rates Contract: Ongoing agency assignments Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currently recruiting talented and passionate Sous Chefs to support a variety of sites in the Gillingham area. About the Role: As a Sous Chef working through our agency, you'll have the opportunity to work across a range of kitchens while showcasing your skills in high-quality food preparation and service. Your duties may include: Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations Preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining consistency Managing kitchen staff in the absence of senior chefs Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and allergen standards are met Keeping the kitchen running smoothly during busy periods What We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up Confidence working independently and within different teams Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen best practices Reliability, adaptability, and a positive, professional attitude Ability to work in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: Competitive pay rates Flexible working to suit your schedule A variety of assignments across different sites Weekly pay and ongoing agency support Opportunities to develop your experience across multiple kitchens If you're looking for flexibility, variety, and the chance to work in professional and rewarding kitchen environments, we'd love to hear from you! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. TPBN1_UKTJ

MDCV UK -Premium Wines, Vineyards and Estates; We are looking for a passionate driven intuitive and highly professional Production Supervisor / Manager ideally with an engineering background or similar, who is looking to join an exciting business and become part of a dedicated team within our Winery. This is a great opportunity to come on an exciting journey of growth and expansion with an entrepreneurial and award winning Company. Key responsibilities * Ensure the production line runs smoothly, efficiently, and safely while maintaining the highest standards of quality. * Organise and oversee daily production schedules to meet output targets. * Set up and calibrate bottling line machinery and equipment. * Preform operator / maintainer duties on bottling equipment. * Monitor and troubleshoot production line issues to minimise downtime. * Ensure adherence to OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) targets and drive continuous improvement. * Supervise and support production staff, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. * Maintain accurate production records and reports. * Collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure optimal line performance. * Support the implementation of new processes and technologies as the facility scales. * Work with the supply chain team to ensure timely arrival and removal of dry goods Essential * Proven experience in a production supervisory / management role, ideally within food or beverage manufacturing. * Strong technical knowledge of bottling or packaging machinery. * Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical and process issues. * Familiarity with OEE metrics and lean manufacturing principles. * Excellent organisational and leadership skills. * Strong communication and problem-solving abilities. * Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment. * Have basic knowledge of carbonated liquid bottling. * Work with the supply chain team to ensure timely arrival and removal of dry goods Desirable * Experience in wine or beverage bottling. * Formal qualifications in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field Please note that the duties and responsibilities outlined as above are not exhaustive and may be subject to change as required to meet the needs of the business. Benefits: Company Pension Scheme PERKBOX , An Employee Assistance Programme. Doctor on call and online service Generous company employee discounts 25 days, plus 8 days bank holiday allowance. 33 days in total. Electric car scheme. MDCV UK are proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from the armed forces community, including veterans, reservists, and military spouses. Company values and core behaviours The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our company core behaviours & values, which are to be: Motivated: Positive, enthusiastic, and always engaged in whatever we do. Dedicated: Committed to being the best and producing the best. Commercial: Aware of our business, our impact, and our value. Visionary: Constantly looking at how we can adapt, improve, and innovate our Industry. Creating a winning experience for our colleagues and customers through our work environment, training, and people management. United: Always working together as part of a team, valuing our people and their contribution to our success. Knowledgeable: Experts in our field, always striving to understand our industry better

Our growing business has been all about British apples and pears since 1947. From father to son, every day for over 75 years, our family business is growing. We innovate and change but our values always stay the same. We’re a team who pride ourselves on the Goatham’s way, passionate about growing the very best quality British apples and pears. We have excellent opportunities available for experienced and responsible individuals to join our transport department in the role of HGV Class 1 Driver. The purpose of this role is to ensure our goods are transported both safely and securely. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring strict adherence to UK driving laws and legislation and ensuring respect for the environment and public. Please note, vehicles are allocated on a job basis and therefore you will not necessarily be assigned a permanent truck to operate. Responsibilities Include: * Ensuring all aspects safety and customer site rules are adhered to. * Ensuring all transport legislation including driver’s hours and vehicle defect reporting is adhered to. * Taking responsibility for the security of any products carried whilst in transit. This can include long distance journeys which may mean spending occasional nights away from home. * To drive in a safe and economic matter in line with UK driving laws and legislation. * Carrying out various trailer work; including chilled refrigerators, curtain siders, low loaders and containers. * Ensuring all delivery and collection notes and paperwork are correct. * Providing accurate paperwork relevant to debriefing of allocated jobs. * Providing an exceptional standard of service to our customers and colleagues. * Operating a forklift or pump truck as and when required to load and/or unload vehicles. * Maintaining cleanliness of company vehicles and wearing any PPE as required. * Occasional operating of our 30 seater company bus Our perfect HGV Class 1 Driver would have: * A HGV Class 1 license and current Tacho Card is essential * A PSV license would prove advantageous, or alternatively the willingness to undertake the training (funded by the company) * Proven working experience of operating HGV Class 1 Vehicles is essential * Understanding of and adherence to health and safety protocols and food hygiene standards * The ability to interpret and follow written and spoken instructions * Comfortable with a physical role where manual handling is a frequent requirement * A can-do attitude with the ability to use own initiative * The ability to commit to a flexible and often unsociable working pattern and hours The hours you would work: An average of a 55 hour working week comprising of a rolling shift pattern of 5 on 1 off (week one) and 5 on 2 off (week 2). Please note, this averages as 1 in 12 full weekends off) Rate of pay: £17.90 for the first 40 hours £22.37 after 40 hours An additional allowance paid for overnight stays. Additional bonus paid for driving of 30 seater buses What else we can offer you: • Loyalty rewarded – earn an extra day of holiday for every 2 years of service • Secure your future - You will be automatically enrolled in the company pension scheme after three months of service (contributions: employee 5%, employer 3%) • Eyecare vouchers to help you look after your vision • Fortnightly pay for regular, reliable income • Extensive learning & development platform, available in multiple languages to support your growth • Company accommodation available where required • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support whenever you need it • Private GP service for fast, convenient access to medical advice • Free onsite parking • Festive fun with our all-staff December advent calendar and prizes to be won • Exclusive BHN discounts on a wide range of brands and services • Free Will Writing Opportunities twice a year • Education - Free English Training Opportunities • Study Sponsorship opportunities • Free Fruit

An opportunity has become available to join the Olive Team at one of our prestigious sites in Snodland, Kent, ME65AX as a Chef Manager Hours of work: Monday to Friday 7am 3pm Starting Salary: £38,000 per annum Benefits: Holidays: 28 days including bank holidays increasing up to 33 days (pro-rata for part-time) Enhanced Sick Pay: Up to 4 weeks full pay Free Meals: All Team Members receive a free meal and refreshments on duty Wellbeing Support: Free access to confidential personal support, which includes counselling and financial or legal advice through our Employee Assistance Programme. Lifestyle benefits: Access to our cycle to work scheme, workplace pension scheme and Hospitality rewards. Training and Development: All Team Members have access to our online training platform, along with our in-house practical skills training, and access to a range of different apprenticeships. What youll be doing as aChef Manager: To ensure the provision of food and beverages to the highest standard within the financial limitations set for your contract. To comply with all Company policies and regulations in respect of health, safety and environmental management at work and to ensure the highest standards of kitchen practice and hygiene. Maintain the smooth running of the contract at all times. Control menu planning, production levels, food costing, ordering and stock control, as appropriate. Our ideal Chef Managershould: Be passionate about providing fantastic food and be able to work effectively within a team. Possess excellent culinary skills, as well as being aware of current food trends to help ensure that our food offer is innovative and imaginative. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as being financially astute and numerically able, to ensure you achieve budgetary targets. You will need to be passionate about providing excellent food and customer service and your skills in these areas must be first class. You will have the ability to drive our business forward with exacting standards and an attention to detail. The successful candidate will have passion and flair, taking our hospitality offer to the next level. You will also need to be computer literate and comfortable with Word and Excel. Possess Team leadership qualities which you can demonstrate as well having knowledge of Health & Safety requirements. City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or similar NVQ qualifications are required, Food Safety Level 3 is desirable. Who we are Olive Catering? We provide workplacedining solutions with a particular focus on fresh food. We recognise the key ingredient to running a successful service company is to recruit and retain the finest team If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please apply now Due to the volume of applicants, if you havent heard from us within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been successful at this time, we welcome any future applications. TPBN1_UKCT

Elior at work - Workdays Made Better with Great Food A great workday starts with great food , and we know food at work should be more than just a sandwich at your desk. That's why we bring exciting, fresh, and flexible catering to workplaces across the UK. Whether it's a quick grab-and-go snack or a hearty lunch, with tech-powered ordering and diverse menus , we keep teams happy, energised, and ready to take on the day . What you'll be doing... As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients. Motivating and managing a team Controlling and managing a budget Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence Working Pattern: Monday to Friday / 7.30am to 3:00pm Job ID: 6197 What can you bring? Genuine interest in customer service excellence Focused on the front line Proven team leader experience Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised Previous experience within catering desirable Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you: Free, tasty meals • Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Flexible working, • including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule. Plenty of Time to Unwind, • 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days. Leave for life's important moments, • whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time, • paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow, • career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first, • mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security, • pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts, • save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage. Why You'll Love Working Here We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day. And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed. Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help! Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat! TPBN1_UKCT

Commercial Manager Location: Kent (hybrid working) Reporting into: Site Director Salary: c. £60k (plus package) Are you a commercially driven leader with a passion for growth, innovation, and shaping strategy? I have partnered with a well‑established, BRC‑accredited food manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Manager who will play a pivotal role in accelerating business expansion and driving sustainable, profitable performance. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where you will take ownership of the Sales, Marketing and New Product Development functions, working closely with the Site Director to shape and deliver an ambitious commercial strategy. With significant investment, strong market presence and plans to double output within the next three years, this role offers the scope to make a meaningful and lasting impact. About the Role As Commercial Manager, you will bring clarity, direction and momentum to all commercial activity, ensuring sales growth, brand development and product innovation work seamlessly together to achieve strategic goals. You'll lead and develop high‑performing teams, build long‑term customer partnerships, and spearhead new opportunities that support both revenue and margin expansion. With a healthy balance of strategic influence and hands‑on leadership, this position is ideal for someone who thrives on taking ownership, making improvements, and bringing bold ideas to life. Key Responsibilities Shape, lead and deliver the commercial strategy in partnership with the Site Director Inspire, develop and manage the Sales, Marketing and NPD teams Drive revenue, profit and margin growth across existing and new customers Build trusted, long-term customer relationships and manage key accounts Identify and convert new business opportunities, including representing the business at trade events Lead the NPD pipeline to ensure commercially viable, customer‑centric innovation Oversee marketing activities that strengthen brand presence and support acquisition and retention Lead monthly commercial meetings and report on performance insights Implement strong CRM usage, sales processes and performance tracking Monitor market and food industry trends to inform strategy and innovation Promote continuous improvement across all commercial processes Contribute to wider business strategy as part of the senior leadership team Essential Skills & Experience Senior-level experience in Commercial, Sales Leadership or Key Account Management within food manufacturing Proven track record of delivering sales growth and improved margins Strong commercial acumen with the ability to turn strategy into measurable results Skilled negotiator with experience building long-term customer partnerships Exposure to NPD processes Experience driving continuous improvement and managing performance Customer‑centric mindset with a commitment to exceptional service Strong leadership capability, with a passion for developing people Salary & Benefits Starting from c. £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience Company car or monthly car allowance 28 days annual leave (including public holidays), increasing with service Additional paid Christmas shutdown leave Company pension Free onsite parking Employee referral bonus Health Cash Plan, Dental & Optical benefits Annual bonus scheme If this role looks of interest, please click apply and I will be in touch with more details

Head Butler / Food & Beverage Service ManagerSalary: £35,694 - £45,049 per annum | Immediate startLocation - Oxford OxfordshireAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Butler / Food & Beverage Service Manager to lead food and beverage service within a historic College environment

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