Registered Manager Are you someone who is passionate about creating a warm, nuturing and positive environment where every child feels valued and supported? Our client is an established Children's care provider who are committed to providing safe and supportive homes for the children in their care. Their mission is to empower each child to reach their full potential by creating an environment that fosters healing, growth, and learning. They believe that every child deserves a loving and nurturing home where they can thrive, and they work tirelessly to make that a reality. Through their trauma-informed approach and personalized care, our client strive to build strong foundations for their children’s well-being, helping them develop a deep sense of belonging, trust, and self-belief. Our client is currently going through a planned period of growth and are recruiting for a dedicated, experienced Register Manager to join their close knit team in their care home in Maidstone, Kent. What you will be doing - As registered manager you will be responsible for managing all aspects of running our Home, ensuring that young people receive high levels of emotional and physical care, appropriate activities, and comfortable accommodation. - You will have a crucial role in building a high-performing team that shares our core values of passion, collaboration, transparency, and continuous learning to deliver the best care for our children. - You will be required to lead the staff team and deploy appropriate resources to fulfill key tasks, providing induction, supervision, and appraisal to ensure staff development and effective communication. - As the Registered manager you will be required to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including child protection, health and safety, finance, control, and administration, while promoting team development and effective team working. What we’re looking for - Applicants should hold at minimum a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare and be committed to working towards the Level 5. - We are seeking an exceptional and inspirational Registered Manager. Ideal candidates for this role should have a successful background as a Registered Manager within a home rated as ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’. - Successful candidates will play a key role as a part of the company’s management team in the development and management of the home. - They should have the necessary abilities, values and skills to excel in the position and should possess the level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. Whats in it for you - We offer a competitive salary package, which includes a pension plan. - We are committed to investing in our staff for the long-term, fostering a culture that values and supports both personal and professional growth. - We provide each manager with extensive support, including experienced leadership guidance, clinical supervision, and ongoing training to ensure your success. Safeguarding: We prioritise the safety and well-being of our children and staff. Our commitment to safeguarding ensures candidates in our recruitment process will undergo measures such as enhanced DBS checks, diligent evaluation of applications, validation of relevant qualifications, and obtaining references. If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!
Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and producing a wide variety of delectable pastries, desserts, and bread. This role requires a strong foundation in pastry techniques, a keen eye for detail, and a creative flair. Responsibilities: Develop and create new dessert menus and recipes. Oversee the production of pastries, cakes, breads, and other desserts. Ensure the highest quality and consistency of all pastry products. Decorate pastries and desserts to meet aesthetic and culinary standards. Manage pastry inventory and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized pastry kitchen. Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations. Supervise and train pastry team members. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop complementary dessert pairings. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-quality restaurant or bakery. Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment. Creativity and ability to develop new and innovative desserts. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong leadership and teamwork abilities. Food safety certification (required). Desired Skills: Chocolate tempering Sugar work Bread making Ice cream and sorbet production Menu planning and costing We offer a competitive salary and benefits package for the right candidate. If you are a passionate and skilled pastry chef, we encourage you to apply.
- From 15/ph (Basic £11.44 + TRONC) - Full-time 40-45 hrs Our values: - People oriented: we are a business built upon people, we always aim to put our people first. - Quality-driven: we are committed to consistently delivering the highest quality in everything that we do. - Proud: we take pride in our work, our team, and the satisfaction of our customers. - Honest: Integrity is the foundation of our business; we believe in transparency and honesty with our team, our customers, and our partners. - Personable: we offer a welcoming, down-to-earth atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable. - Brave: we are not afraid to innovate, take calculated risks, and lead the way in the industry. - -Considered: every decision we make is thoughtful and intentional, with the goal of delivering the best possible experience for our customers and team. Overall Responsibilities: - Become fully knowledgeable on all recipe cards and service standards. - Maintain your section in order, always clean and fully stocked up. - Support Management team with Food Safety requirements from the accepting deliveries, storing, preparing, and serving food. Ensure that Food Safety and Hygiene practices within the kitchen are of the highest’s standards. - Help to create a family feeling in the restaurant by communicating and building great relationship with FOH and BOH teams. - Ensure that sections and other kitchen areas are deep cleaned on a regular basis and recordings been made accordingly. - Support all management team in any areas where needed. - Report for your shift so that you are ready to work the moment that your shift time starts, wearing clean uniform and looking presentable. What we're looking for: - High energy / friendly / outgoing - Service as a priority - Professional attitude - Ability to communicate with others - Exemplary time management and organisational skills - Demonstrated ability to multitask - Good command of spoken and written English - Able to work at speed and under pressure
**Location:** London **Company:** Olive Base Ltd **Position:** Chef **Job Type**: Full-time (In Person) **Salary:** £39,000 – £42,000 per year + Performance bonus Olive Base Ltd, in partnership with Fireaway Pizza, is seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team at our Dalston location. As part of one of the fastest-growing pizza franchises in the UK, you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, not only in pizza preparation but also in other kitchen duties, menu planning, and staff management. **Key Responsibilities:** Prepare, season, and cook pizzas and a variety of other dishes, ensuring high standards of taste and quality. Plan and assist in developing menus to keep the offerings fresh and exciting. Supervise and instruct kitchen staff, maintaining smooth and efficient operations. Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health, and safety regulations in the kitchen. Requisition and purchase food supplies, ensuring quality and proper inventory levels. Monitor the preparation and presentation of dishes to meet customer satisfaction. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and equipment. **Qualifications and Experience:** No formal academic requirements; on-the-job training will be provided. NVQs/SVQs, BTEC Certificates, Diplomas, or foundation degrees are advantageous. Experience in a similar role as a Chef is required. Familiarity with food safety, hygiene, and health standards is essential. Leadership skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. **What We Offer:** Further Training Provided: Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. **Compensation:** £31000 – £39000 yearly salary depending on experience + performance bonus. **Benefits:** Company pension Free parking UK visa sponsorship (if applicable) **Additional Details:** Application Deadline: 05/10/2024 Expected Start Date: 20/11/2024 We are excited to find a motivated chef to join our dynamic team!