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It'll be your responsibility to make each dish to spec, in a clean and safe kitchen, and to follow the lead of your Head Chef to make sure all prep and par is completed for each shift. You may already have some kitchen experience as either a Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef, or this migh

You will have demonstrated successful delivery of training and recruitment for kitchen teams including Apprentices, KPs, Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs. You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in t

Job Type: Part time Hours: 40 per week (7am3pm), working to a rota including alternate weekends Salary: £15 per hour Location: Stourport-on-Severn About the Role We are looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen in a warm and welcoming home supporting 24 residents. This is a meaningful role where your cooking will directly enhance residents' well-being, comfort, and quality of life. In this role as Head Chef, you will oversee all aspects of the kitchen - from menu planning and meal preparation to team supervision and ensure exceptional dining experiences. If you are creative, organized, and experienced in producing high-quality meals for older adults (including those who struggle with solids), this role could be the perfect fit for you. You will be supported by a dedicated team: 1 x Kitchen Assistant Care home experience is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities • Prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients, • Develop varied and engaging menu plans tailored to residents dietary needs, cultural preferences, and nutritional requirements, • Create special-themed meals in partnership with the Lifestyles & Wellbeing team, • Support residents who require modified diets (e.g., IDDSI), • Maintain a welcoming dining environment and assist with serving meals, • Ensure full compliance with HACCP and Environmental Health standards, • Supervise, coach, and mentor the kitchen team, • Manage stock, ordering, and cost control efficiently, • Complete all required kitchen documentation using in-house IT systems, • Support a positive dining atmosphere that enhances residents' enjoyment and well-being. About You • Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification, • Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergens and special dietary needs, • Experience working as a Head Chef, Cook or Kitchen Manager (care home experience ideal), • Confident preparing meals for older adults, including texture-modified diets (IDDSI), • Ability to plan, cook, and present varied, nutritious menus using fresh ingredients, • Skilled in supervising and motivating a small kitchen team, • Comfortable managing kitchen stock, ordering, and cost control, • Experience maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment, • Basic IT skills for completing kitchen records and documentation, • Creative, resident-focused, and passionate about enhancing mealtimes, • Warm, friendly and approachable with a genuine interest in supporting elderly residents, • Reliable, organized, and committed to high standards, • Experience coaching or mentoring kitchen/hospitality staff (desirable) Benefits • Competitive pay with potential for a higher rate for experienced applicants, • Supportive working environment in a well-regarded care home, • Opportunities to create themed meals and contribute to resident wellbeing, • Training opportunities, including IDDSI and nutrition-related development, • Stable and friendly team environment, • Free on-site parking Apply Now If you're a passionate chef who wants to make a real difference while leading a friendly, supportive kitchen team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your creativity, care, and culinary skills. At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel. As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments. We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong. Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes. The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required

The Kitchen Assistant will undertake, normally under the general direction of a higher graded operative in a kitchen, the preparation, simple cooking, and serving of food.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll be the heartbeat of our kitchen, supporting our chefs and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Kitchen Assistant - Part Time - Cheshire Oaks Outlet Village. Kitchen Assistant - Prezzo Italian.

We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for an Assistant General Manager who’s ready to step up, lead with passion, and help us become the UK’s most loved chicken brand. You’ll thrive as an Assistant General Manager if you:.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll be the heartbeat of our kitchen, supporting our chefs and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Kitchen Assistant - Prezzo Italian. Keeping kitchen areas spotless and organised, ensuring hygiene and safety are always top priorities.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain the cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.

General Assistant in Greater London. The role involves supporting kitchen operations through food packing and quality checks.

A respected care charity in the UK is seeking a BANK Assistant Cook on a Zero Hours Contract. The role involves preparing, cooking, and serving meals while ensuring kitchen hygiene and safety. Relevant experience in a kitchen environment and food hygiene qualifications are essential.

A community-focused pub group in Greater London is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to ensure smooth kitchen operations. This role involves maintaining stock levels, cleanliness, and supporting the kitchen team.

Thefifearms in Braemar is seeking a General Hotel Assistant for a full-time or seasonal role. This position supports kitchen and housekeeping operations, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

We’re looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the team at Jazz Cafe. We’re looking for a confident and organised Assistant Restaurant Manager who can support the Restaurant Manager in running the restaurant while helping lead the team and maintain high service standards during busy s

Seasonal - Restaurant: Kitchen - Assistant. Work within the kitchen team to prepare salads, vegetables and sandwiches. Undertake any general cleaning requirements of the kitchen and restaurant.

A health and care organization in the UK is seeking an Assistant Chef to prepare high-quality menus and maintain food hygiene standards.

A leading garden center in Waverley is seeking a Seasonal Kitchen Assistant to support the Catering Team.

A prominent hotelier in Greater London seeks an Assistant Chief Steward responsible for maintaining hygiene and sanitation in kitchen areas.

Busy Bees In Portishead is seeking an Assistant Chef to join the kitchen team at Busy Bees Wanstead Village. You will prepare healthy, nutritious meals for children and support kitchen operations while ensuring food safety.

Avanti Court Primary School is looking for a committed and compassionate General Assistant to support pupils in maximizing their potential. The role involves preparing meals, assisting in kitchen duties, and ensuring compliance with quality and food safety standards.

Maximise the profitability of the Kitchen by understanding and controlling all kitchen costs (e. You’ve worked in a fast-paced kitchen or food retail environment before and understand how priorities can quickly change. You love working in a team and helping to manage other chefs in the kitchen!.

Ark in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to support the Chef Manager in all aspects of food preparation and service.

A local government council in Lancashire seeks a Catering Assistant for their Outdoor Education Centre at Borwick Hall. The successful candidate will support kitchen operations by ensuring cleanliness and hygiene, preparing and serving nutritious food, and checking the quality of goods.

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Kitchen/Catering Assistant to join their team.

Paxman Academy is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team and ensure students receive nutritious meals in a welcoming environment. Key responsibilities include assisting in food preparation, providing customer service, and maintaining a clean kitchen.

Chef & Cook in the United Kingdom is seeking a kitchen staff member to prepare orders, maintain cleanliness, and assist with daily kitchen operations. Ideal candidates should have kitchen work experience, be hardworking and reliable. The role ensures that the kitchen runs smoothly and adheres to hyg

Assistant Cook in Greater London to support kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include food preparation, cooking and plating dishes, maintaining kitchen organization, and following food safety regulations. The Assistant Cook will work closely with the Senior Cook to deliver quality meals effic

Join us as a Events Operations Assistant Manager at Coworth Park, recently recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2025. OurEvents Operations Assistant Manager assists in leading our Events teams to deliver the utmost standards. Listing all of the contributions that o

Basic functions of the Assistant Kitchen Manager include:* Perform opening & closing duties for the kitchen* Oversee shift-by-shift labour to achieve a cost-effective balance for smooth operation of the cafe* Monitor food cost using established methods to meet goals* Evaluate condition of equipment

A leading educational organization in the UK seeks a Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals in a school environment.This role includes creating varied menus to encourage young people to try new foods while adhering to hygiene and health standards.Candidates should have experience in catering or

Pret A Manger is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in overseeing daily store operations in the United Kingdom.

Sanctuary Group is seeking an Assistant Chef at Pengover Residential and Nursing Home in Liskeard.

Maximise the profitability of the Kitchen by understanding and controlling all kitchen costs (e. Assist the Team Leader in the management of the day to day aspect of the Pasta Evangelists Kitchen. You’ve worked in a fast-paced kitchen or food retail environment before and understand how priorities

A leading care organization in Greater London seeks a Bank Catering Assistant to provide excellent meal service and support food preparation.

Ensure that all food trolleys are promptly returned to the kitchen, cleared and cleaned following each meal service; ensuring that they are ready for the next meal service as required.

WSH Group in West Malvern is looking for a kitchen assistant to aid in food preparation and ensure cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and restaurant areas.

Lexington-Catering is looking for a General Assistant at James Terry Court to help ensure smooth operations.

Zizzi Restaurants is looking for an Assistant Head Chef in the United Kingdom. In this role, you will lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, ensuring exceptional food quality and team performance.

BrendonCare in Stildon is seeking a Catering Assistant on a 16-hour contract at £12. The role involves meal preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring dietary needs are met for older adults.

Turtle Bay are looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team in London.

Bradford Corporation is looking for an Assistant Chef Manager to join their team at Thackley Primary School, Bradford. The role involves assisting the Chef Manager in running the kitchen, managing staff duties, and performing hands-on tasks.

A leading care provider in the West Midlands is seeking an Assistant Chef to support meal preparation and enhance the dining experience for residents. Responsibilities include cooking nutritious meals, managing kitchen stock, and ensuring a clean work environment.

The Blues Kitchen is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join its team in London.

Caterlink is seeking a Catering Assistant at St Thomas Of Canterbury in the UK to assist in food production and service, providing a friendly and hygienic service.

As an Assistant Manager at Pret a Manger, you’ll support the General Manager in overseeing daily store operations to ensure everything runs smoothly.

A hospitality company in the United Kingdom is looking for a motivated Kitchen Assistant on a part-time basis, contracted to 15 hours a week. The role involves preparing high-quality food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safe kitchen operations.

NHS is seeking a Catering Services Assistant in Malvern Hills, UK.

A leading care provider in Greater London is seeking a passionate Catering Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining kitchen cleanliness, food preparation, and ensuring proper storage of ingredients.