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As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve.No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering.It's because this is such

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for an outstandingCatering Managerwho's passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You'll be working44hours a week at Victoria House,creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Victoria House is a 26 bed mental health inpatient service for men. The service, split across two wards, provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Essential criteria for this role include.... NVQ Level 2 in Food Production or equivalent qualification At least 5 years' experience within catering management Detailed knowledge of food safety and related legislation Solid operational management and line management experience Experience of menu planning and gaining and acting on customer feedback A flexible, organised, proactive and hands‑on approach to tasks Solid IT skills (including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software) To directly manage all personnel assigned to work in the catering department, in accordance with company standards and training policies. This includes permanent, bank and agency members of staff. To lead on the purchase of materials, consumables, non‑consumables and light equipment within budget and in accordance with the hospital's purchasing policy and procedures. To oversee the catering department's premises and equipment in accordance with company health & safety and hygiene policies. To lead on the induction of new team members and ongoing personal development and training to ensure all team members are trained to the required skill level. To lead and motivate the team to achieve the highest possible standards when carrying out their duties. To develop and maintain good working relationships with service users, staff and visitors. To be on hand to meet and support service users and staff with issues raised, e.g. dietary requirements. To assist the Assistant General Manager in preparing the annual budget and achieving and maintaining food costs in accordance with the budget. To produce cost and sales analysis as required by the Assistant General Manager. To recommend to the Assistant General Manager areas where cost reductions can be achieved, e.g. service improvements and change of suppliers or commodities. To ensure that accurate daily records are kept regarding the number of patient and staff meals provided each day. To plan, organise and control the catering operation to ensure food quality, presentation and service are provided to the standards set out by the Assistant General Manager and the Hospital SMT. To ensure the facility is operated to standards required by the statutory local authorities and company health, safety, fire and hygiene regulations and policies. To carry out all clerical activities in relation to controls, records and wages and compile and return information to the respective departments on the due day. To plan and execute specific events as agreed with the Assistant General Manager and Registered Managers for the three hospitals on site. To maintain Health & Safety and Hygiene standards as required. To ensure unit hygiene is implemented with due regard to the statutory laws including the Food Safety Act 1990. To attend meetings and training courses as required, e.g. Daily Service Meetings, People's Council and Ward Community Meetings and relevant training webinars & courses. To also ensure that Chefs and other nominated staff members attend meetings to represent the team and gain patient and staff feedback. To assist the Assistant General Manager with any specific tasks or projects considered necessary to further support the objectives of the department To understand and follow the fire drills in the event of a fire or an emergency. To undergo appropriate training to meet the required standards of the job and any changes in processes or procedures. To carry out other duties within the scope of your job title as directed by the Assistant General Manager. To regularly review catering output for staff meals and hospitality to ensure quality and service standards are met. To pro‑actively seek feedback on catering service delivery from service users, staff and visitors. Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving A skilledCateringManager who can work under pressure Preferably experienced in the care sector Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3 Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. What next? 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As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them

Seeking an Executive Assistant to manage the daily operations of the Director General's office, including diary management, logistical coordination, and stakeholder relations within the heart of UK government.

Finance Assistant Location: Darlington About the Opportunity A well-established and growing business is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join its Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely financial support. Reporting to the Management Accountant, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities while helping to maintain robust financial controls and accurate records across the business. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and support the continued growth of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Match purchase orders, goods received notes and invoices. Assist with supplier payment runs. Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies. Maintain accurate supplier records and supporting documentation. Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice and payment queries. Accounts Receivable Raise and process customer invoices and credit notes. Allocate incoming customer payments accurately. Monitor outstanding customer balances. Chase overdue payments professionally whilst maintaining positive customer relationships. Reconcile customer accounts. Investigate and resolve customer payment queries. General Finance Duties Process employee expenses where required. Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems. Support audit activities by preparing and providing relevant documentation. Assist in identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and controls. Provide administrative support to the wider Finance team as required. Support the business in maintaining high standards of financial governance and compliance. Candidate Requirements We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate: Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or Finance Assistant role. Experience processing high volumes of invoices accurately and efficiently. A good understanding of the purchase-to-pay process. Knowledge of VAT and its application to supplier and customer invoices. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Confidence using Microsoft Excel and accounting systems. Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships. A proactive, flexible and adaptable approach to work. The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines within a busy environment. Desirable Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment. Knowledge of ERP systems or integrated accounting software. Key Competencies Attention to detail Analytical thinking Time management and prioritisation Teamwork and collaboration Communication skills Problem-solving ability Confidentiality and discretion Professionalism and accountability

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General Assistant - Part Time - Llanishen.

Service - serve food and beverages to guests in a friendly and professional manner.Ensure that guests' needs and requests are efficiently and effectively addressed.Customer Service - provide excellent service by being attentive to guests' needs at every point on their customer journey.Answering ques

Blakeney Hotel in Blakeney, Norfolk, is seeking a General Assistant to help support various departments in the hotel.

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced General Assistantwith a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings.

A specialist residential and day school in Oxfordshire, England for boys aged 11-19.Catering for 150 students and teachers daily.We offer a core feeding of breakfast, lunch and supper.There is some hospitality at this location.This is a 1 day a week role, 8 hours on Friday.Additional benefit to this

Days holiday including bank holidays.Bespoke training and development opportunities.Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels.Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema.Access to employee assistance programme.Do you have a passion for providing genuine

Sydenhams are an established, family-run company that prides itself on our top-quality service, products, and people across every area of the business.Our Hire Centres have a fleet of over 3000 items across our network.Our staff are experts in their field and provide our customers with knowledge, ex

Assistant General Manager in Acton, West London - Leisure Operator. Our client is a leading leisure operator with ambitious expansion plans over the next few years, and they're looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager to take charge of service and operations at their flagship Acton site.

We are looking for a hands-on Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in leading the daily operations of the restaurant. Support the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the restaurant. Oversee opening and closing procedures and manage the restaurant in the General Manager��

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Assistant Manager role in a pub, reporting to the General Manager.

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Assist in managing restaurant operations, leading and motivating the team to achieve performance goals and ensure a positive guest experience.

The Assistant Restaurant General Manager will support the team, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure a positive guest experience.

Seeking an Assistant General Manager for a food-led pub in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, to manage the floor, bar, and team.

Seeking a physically fit Workshop Assistant for a fabrication and sheetmetal company.

Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.We sell the worlds best chicken.Weve done it for a long old time since 1939, when the idea of.Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, b

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As Assistant General Manager, you will work closely with the General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the business, ensuring exceptional standards across our leisure activities, food.

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Contract Type: Fixed Term Until 31 August 2026.We pay in line with UK age related minimum and living wage rates – so your pay will depend on your age group.With a rich heritage and a new name,.Our roots lie in WHSmith, where we’ve proudly supported the high street retail estate for generations.N

Collaborate with the General Manager, providing support across all management tasks.

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Deputy General Manager (RN) - Care Home Location: Darlington, Durham, DL1 1JF Hours: 40 hours per week Pay : £49,857 per annum The Role: Support the General Manager and lead the home in their absence Oversee care standards through audits, clinical supervision, and compliance checks Lead an

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager to lead a dynamic team and advance their career in the hospitality sector! If you're interested in this exciting Assistant Manager role, APPLY TODAY with your most up-to-date CV! BH37021 JBRP1_UKTJ. Restaurant Assistant Manager |

We are seeking a skilled and experienced General Catering Manager with experience in multi outlet catering to excel in an General Catering Manager role across a contract based in Stockton. Job Description General Catering Manager - Stockton On Tees - £45,000p/a /n /n - Dual Site based /n - Parki

We're currently recruiting a part time Cleaner to join our cleaning and facilities teams for 14Forty, contracted to 10 hours per week.As one of our dedicated Cleaners, you will help to deliver on our promise to always create the best and brightest experiences for our clients and customers.If you're

We are looking for a Betting Office Trainee Assistant Manager who will be required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week in our betting shops based in the Stockton on Tees Area. As a pro-active Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of the shop and marketing our

Warehouse Operative PM Savers - Darlington At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative PM to work with a leading retail company in Darlington.In this role, you will be responsible for handling products, organizing inventory, and ensuring timely delivery to customers.You will work as p

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We're recruiting for a an Assistant Pig (Boar) Farm Manager in Lincolnshire, LN7. As an Assistant Boar Stud Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Farm Manager across all areas of our brand new, state-of-the-art boar stud and laboratory facility.

We have an exciting contract vacancy on a grazing farm near Warminster in Wiltshire, the unit being one of two runs by the farmer on the same estate.The unit has the following features;.Waikato Parlour with simple feeders and Mount Pleasant backing gate.Excellent infrastructure of tracks and paddock

This well-established, family-run business has a strong presence in the poultry sector and is committed to ongoing investment and expansion as part of its growth strategy.We are seeking an experienced bird rearer to support the successful day-to-day management of a busy poultry enterprise.The role i