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Overview of the Company \n Pets Choice is an ever‑evolving FMCG branded pet products manufacturer and supplier. As one of the fastest‑growing producers in the pet‑care industry, we’re committed to elevating our large, diverse portfolio of trusted brands, including Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight, Vets Kitchen, Hownd and Meatiful. \n Our products range from food, treats, toys, accessories, and healthcare, giving us a uniquely broad presence across the pet‑care landscape. We manufacture and supply into a wide range of channels including Grocery, Discounter, Wholesale, eCommerce, Pet Specialist, and Export markets, ensuring our brands reach pet owners across the UK and beyond. \n \n Overview of the Role \n Reporting to the Head of Quality & NPD, the Supplier Partnerships Manager is responsible for building and managing strategic relationships with suppliers of key raw materials, including proteins, grains, vitamins, minerals, functional ingredients, additives and packaging materials alongside 3rd party manufacturers. This role ensures that our raw materials and outsourced finished goods meets the company’s nutritional, safety, regulatory and sustainability standards. \n \n The Supplier Partnerships Manager oversees supplier performance across quality, service and feed safety. They play a key role in long-term planning, new product development ingredient sourcing and risk mitigation. \n \n This position requires a strong understanding of the pet food industry’s regulatory environment, raw material markets and animal nutrition needs. The Supplier Partnerships Manager drives continuous improvement with suppliers, identifies opportunities for innovation and works in close collaboration with the Purchasing team to ensure the company maintains a competitive and resilient raw material supply chain whilst maintaining quality, nutritional and feed safety standards. \n \n Main Responsibilities \n\n • Develop and maintain long-term partnerships with raw material suppliers, including meat and poultry suppliers, agricultural producers, premix and blend manufacturers and specialty ingredient vendors\n, • Maintain regular communication with all raw material suppliers, including supplier visits, on-line meetings and supplier audits (based on risk assessment) to include producing detailed and concise contact reports after all meetings with clear documented action plans\n, • Conduct business reviews, performance evaluations and collaborative improvement initiatives\n, • Ensure alignment of supplier capabilities with production needs and product innovation goals\n, • Identify savings opportunities, alternative ingredient strategies and supply optimization whilst assessing quality, feed safety, nutritional and operational impact of changes\n, • Monitor and track supplier performance on quality, service, on-time delivery and feed safety metrics\n, • Work with suppliers to conduct root cause analysis of raw material quality issues and agree plans to prevent re-occurrences. Ensure non-conformances are closed out effectively and on-time\n, • Benchmark suppliers’ standards and identify opportunities to improve\n, • Partner with Quality, Nutritional and Feed Safety teams to ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and internal safety standards. Enhance internal cross-functional working relationships to maintain high quality standards of the raw materials and products we purchase\n, • Manage corrective action plans and lead and conduct supplier audits when required\n, • Work with the Product Development team on ingredient qualification, formulation changes and sourcing for new product development\n, • Align on responsible sourcing and environmental initiatives\n, • Identify supply risks and work with the Product Development, Operations, Planning and Purchasing teams to develop mitigation strategies\n, • Work in partnership with the Planning team to identify production risks, manage non-conformances and implement effective changes to manage and mitigate disruptions to service\n, • Support crisis management during supply disruptions\n, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date approvals, supplier certifications, relevant specifications and supplier qualification, including audits, risk assessments and ongoing monitoring. Verify that suppliers provide required documentation such as COAs, SDS and feed safety certifications\n, • Identify opportunities to improve raw material specifications and supplier quality checks to enhance feed safety and quality\n, • Training and development of Pets Choice colleagues on raw material quality criteria, with regular feedback, supplier visits and coaching to improve performance and enhance the understanding of the raw materials we use and the supply chain as required\n, • Overall responsibility for planning raw material trials (trials will be performed and supported by members of the Technical team)\n, • Maintaining audit ready standards at all times, working to BRC requirements\n\n \n Skills, experience and qualifications required \n \n Essential \n\n • Must have excellent organisational and communication skills\n, • 5+ years of experience in procurement, supplier management, or supply chain, preferably in food, pet food or ingredients supply\n, • Strong knowledge of raw material categories relevant to pet food e.g., meat meals, fresh and frozen proteins, grains, functional additives, vitamins and minerals, fats, and oils\n, • Experience and expertise in various meat industry ways of working, animal anatomy, slaughter process, animal welfare and raw material handling\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify trends or areas for improvement\n, • Ability to travel domestically and internationally to visit suppliers and manufacturing facilities. It is expected that this role requires travel 2-3 days per week\n, • Good IT skills including PowerPoint, Excel and Word\n, • Supplier auditing experience or lead auditor qualification\n, • Working collaboratively with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority\n, • Strategic thinker with attention to detail and execution focus\n, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment\n, • Strong ethical judgment and commitment to food safety and quality\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • Experience in driving effective system and process changes\n, • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Food Science, Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field\n, • Understanding of pet food manufacturing would be advantageous\n, • Familiarity with pet food regulatory requirements\n, • Experience with sustainability or responsible sourcing programs\n, • Experience in new product development processes or R&D collaboration\n\n \n

Our client is a leading company, supplying innovative FMCG products and are looking currently for a National Account Manager to join their dynamic team and run their Amazon platforms.Hybrid role- 3 days in the office, 2 days at home Sales growth & sales budget responsibility Lead online market

Are you an experienced NPD Technologist who enjoys creating innovative food products and seeing new concepts come to life? We have an excellent opportunity to become a key part of a collaborative product development team where you'll be developing new, innovative products for some of the UK's biggest retailers. About the Role: This is a hands on NPD Technologist role where you'll be working with customers and internal teams to develop exciting, commercially viable concepts. Reporting to the Development Manager, your key responsibilities will include: Developing new recipes and improving existing products in line with customer briefs, market trends and commercial objectives. Carrying out feasibility studies, kitchen trials and product evaluations and producing customer samples. Managing NPD projects through the early product development stages, ensuring costings and documentation are completed accurately. Working closely with Technical, Packaging, Procurement, and Process teams to ensure products are ready to be successfully scaled up. Mentoring and supporting a junior Technologist. About You: Experience as an NPD Technologist in food manufacturing, ideally qualified to degree level in Food Science or similar. Worked with major UK retailers, with a good understanding of customer expectations and commercial requirements. Highly organised, able to manage and prioritise multiple projects in a fast paced environment. Passionate about food (knowledge of bakery would be ideal) with a strong knowledge of current market trends. Able to work well with colleagues and customers at all levels. Why Apply? Chance to develop premium products and gain exposure to major customer accounts. Established, innovative business offering opportunities for development and progression. Business is going through a period of success and sustained growth. Apply today to be considered for this NPD Technologist position or contact Ian Murphy (Senior Consultant) for further details

Showroom Sales Manager - Bathrooms | Kitchen & Bathroom Design | Trade & Retail Sales Location: Lancashire Salary: £34,000+ Basic + Uncapped Commission + Excellent Benefits Love Sales? Passionate About Design? Build a Career Where You Can Earn Without Limits. Are you an experienced Showroom Sales Manager, Bathroom Designer, Kitchen Designer, Design Consultant or Retail Sales professional looking for your next challenge? Do you enjoy helping customers transform their homes while building strong relationships with both retail consumers and trade professionals? Are you commercially driven, passionate about interiors and motivated by achieving and exceeding sales targets? We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a leading business within the plumbing, heating, bathrooms and home improvement sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a successful showroom, work with premium products and enjoy genuine career progression alongside uncapped earning potential. The Role As Showroom Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering an exceptional customer experience from initial consultation through to completed sale. Working with both retail customers and trade professionals, you'll provide expert advice, design inspirational bathroom solutions and build long-term relationships that generate repeat business. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where you'll have the autonomy to grow showroom performance, develop local business opportunities and become the trusted expert for homeowners, installers, plumbers, developers and trade customers. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operation of a busy bathroom showroom. Deliver consultative sales to both retail and trade customers, understanding their individual needs and providing tailored solutions. Design inspirational bathroom solutions using your product knowledge and eye for design. Build lasting relationships with homeowners, plumbers, installers, developers, contractors and local trade professionals. Produce quotations, manage projects and follow enquiries through to a successful sale. Maximise sales through upselling, cross-selling and identifying new business opportunities. Develop the showroom's reputation within the local trade community while delivering outstanding service to retail customers. Ensure the showroom is welcoming, inspirational and professionally presented. Drive local marketing initiatives to increase showroom footfall. Consistently achieve and exceed sales, margin and profitability targets. About You You'll be passionate about customer service, sales and design, with the ability to build credibility with both trade customers and retail consumers. You'll ideally have experience within: Bathroom Showrooms Kitchen Showrooms Kitchen & Bathroom Design KBB Retail Bathroom Retail Plumbing Merchants Home Improvement Retail Interior Design Sales Trade Counter Sales Showroom Management You'll likely have worked as a: • Showroom Sales Manager Bathroom Showroom Manager Bathroom Designer Kitchen Designer Kitchen Showroom Manager Design Consultant Retail Sales Manager Trade Sales Consultant Showroom Consultant * KBB Sales Consultant What You'll Bring • Experience selling to both trade and retail customers. A proven background in consultative showroom or retail sales. Bathroom, kitchen, interiors, plumbing merchant or home improvement experience. A track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets. Outstanding customer service and relationship-building skills. Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Excellent communication, organisation and project management skills. * A proactive, self-motivated approach with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences. What's on Offer • £34,000+ basic salary. Uncapped commission with excellent earning potential. Ongoing training and professional development. Genuine opportunities for career progression. Supportive and collaborative team culture. Staff discounts and a comprehensive benefits package. The opportunity to build a long-term career with a leading business in the bathrooms and home improvement sector. Apply Now If you're an experienced Showroom Sales Manager, Bathroom Designer, Kitchen Designer, Design Consultant or Sales professional with experience working with both trade and retail customers, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your showroom sales career. Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Chef Manager - Weekdays Only! Location: Blackburn Salary: Up to £31,998 per annum (DOE) Working Pattern : Monday to Friday (Closed bank holidays and all over Christmas) Personality Behind Every Plate. Food First. Always. At Dine, food isn't an add-on, it's the centre of everything we do. Founded in the North-West in 1997, Dine Contract Catering was built by chefs and food lovers who believed workplace dining could be something more. Today, that chef-led, food-first mindset still defines us. We empower our culinary teams to create exceptional food experiences using seasonal ingredients, trusted local suppliers and bold ideas that bring personality, purpose and pride to every plate. We're looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook to join our Dine team in Blackburn. This is a role for a hands-on leader who's as confident at the stove as they are in a client meeting, someone who understands how to run a business, manage a team, and deliver food that delights. As the heartbeat of the site, you'll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning and team leadership to client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery. You'll cook with passion, lead with purpose, and run the outlet like it's your own. What You'll Be Doing: Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house. Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day. Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision. Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact. Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times. Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation. What you'll bring to the table: Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience. A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery. Great communication and leadership skills, you inspire others with your energy. A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships. Strong financial acumen. You understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs. Excellent communication and people management skills. You build trust, lead by example, and bring out the best in your team. Hungry for more? We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it's a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love. Job Reference: com/1307/99797001/52473839/SU #DINE 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

Assistant Restaurant Manager Lancashire Michelin Star Up to £44k Package We are recruiting an Assistant Restaurant Manager for an acclaimed Michelin Star restaurant in Lancashire, offering an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected dining destinations and become part of an exceptional front of house team. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you. This renowned restaurant has built an outstanding reputation for delivering unforgettable guest experiences, combining exceptional cuisine with warm, intuitive hospitality and meticulous attention to detail. Working alongside an experienced senior management team, you will play a key role in leading the front of house operation, ensuring every guest receives the exceptional service and attention expected within a Michelin Star environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Restaurant Manager, or an experienced Supervisor looking to take the next step, to develop their career within one of the UK's leading restaurants. Benefits: Up to £44,000 package Competitive salary plus generous tronc Work within an acclaimed Michelin Star restaurant Regular staff social events Complimentary meals whilst on duty Company pension scheme Refer a Friend bonus Outstanding training and development opportunities As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will support the Restaurant Manager with the smooth running of the operation, helping to lead the team during service and ensuring consistently exceptional standards are delivered. You will be a visible presence on the floor, inspiring the team, supporting their development, and ensuring every guest receives a memorable and personalised dining experience. As Assistant Restaurant Manager you will: Support the Restaurant Manager with the day-to-day running of the restaurant Lead service from the floor, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained Assist with training, mentoring, and developing the front of house team Deliver warm, polished, and knowledgeable guest service Help manage service standards, team organisation, and daily operations Handle guest feedback and special requests professionally Work closely with the kitchen and wider management team to ensure seamless service Maintain the exceptional standards expected within a Michelin Star restaurant The ideal candidate will have experience within a Michelin Star, fine dining, or high-quality restaurant environment and possess excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills. You will be passionate about hospitality, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy creating memorable experiences for guests while supporting and developing those around you. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a truly exceptional restaurant team and continue building your career within one of the UK's most prestigious dining environments. Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you'll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you. TPBN1_UKCT

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef looking to take on their first Kitchen Manager/Head Chef role and join our team at The Oak Tree Inn. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, we invite you to apply for Kitchen Manager/Head Chef position

Dispatch, Supply Chain, QA, Food Development) to ensure seamless kitchen integration and output Control kitchen stock levels, support inventory planning, and work to reduce overproduction and waste Support the launch and integration of new menu items into production with minimal disruption Ideal Can

An ability to remain calm under pressure in a pressurised environment You may be an assistant general manager or deputy manager who is aspiring to take their career to the next level, or you may already be a manager within the retail, catering or hospitality sectors such as a restaurant manager, gen

Kitchen Operations Manager Pay: Competitive, plus benefits Location: Kingston upon Thames Contract: Full Time Start date: Late February About the role Imagine a role where you can build your future, make someone’s day, and lead others to do the same. As Back of House Manager, you will be responsib

Head Chef needed to lead the kitchen operations at a gastro pub near Norwich.

Oversee kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food service for school children.

Kitchen Manager required at Thomas Hall School. South West Norse have an opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Manager to join the team based at Thomas Hall School on a Part-time, permanent basis.

Salary: £25,661 - £25,924 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional).Hours: 16 per week, 38 weeks sessional.Our cook 1's/catering assistants play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services within schools.Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals, basic food preparation and

Cleaner required for Cruden Bay public toilets, 5 hours per week, M/W/T/F/S.Responsible for cleaning premises to required standard.This role may require flexible, evening and weekend working.There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 40-week sessional post i.Monday - Thursday, 15:00-18:00.To assist in the provision of a high quality cleaning service within Council buildings.Please do

Work within the Councils estate of buildings undertaking cleaning duties as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.

Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen and dining environment at all times. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. Chef Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals for students and staff.

Full-Time / Part-Time / Seasonal.Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Bar Team Member,.We're seeking Bartenders to bring the fun and join our team where you'll help set the vibe, serve up delicious drinks, and make sure every guest feels welcome and has a great time.Whether you're mixing cockt

Hybrid working + four-day week + occasional travel opportunities (if you want them!).Ladbroke Grove, London – hybrid, with one day per week in the office.This is not a traditional Executive Project Assistant role.Our client is a small, internationally connected and purpose-led organisation working

Warehouse Operative - Competitive salary, depending on experience - Cranleigh, West Sussex (RH12).A hands-on Warehouse Operative who takes pride in a job done properly and enjoys being part of a team that gets stuck in together.You'll be organised, reliable, and happiest when there's a result to sho

HGV Driver / Warehouse Operative – £33,800 per annum.Are you an experienced HGV driver looking to spend less time on the road? Would you enjoy a varied role where you can combine driving with hands-on warehouse work in a friendly team?.If you’re ready for a change from long days behind the whee

Salary: Competitive Location: London & South of England Hours: Early morning starts with early finishes, plus flexibility as required Are you a reliable, hands-on individual who enjoys working independently, travelling, and taking pride in a job well done? If so, phs Floorcare has an exciting o

Reporting any maintenance or cleaning issues to the site manager.

We are on the lookout for a reliable, passionate and organised individual to join our team as a kitchen assistant. Are you looking to further your career and fancy obtaining a new rewarding role within the health & social care sector? xsngvjr Then come and join the Agincare family as Bank kitchen as

No set shifts, flexible rota A day in the life of a Kitchen Assistant Support the chef to create healthy/balanced meals and snacks, and ensuring a goodunderstanding of various dietary requirements and allergens Ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen area, with good levels

What we need from you to apply: Front of House experience is preferred, but not essential training provided You must live within a 30-mile radius of DL11 6ED Willing and keen to learn Friendly, bubbly personality Able to work in a fast-paced environment A team player who is happy to help where need

We’re looking for Team Members to join us! As a Team Member, you’ll provide fast and friendly service to our customers, make sure the shop is clean and tidy, and prepare our much-loved products.We serve our customers across a number of different cha

About the role You’ll be the engine of the kitchen—prepping, cooking, and serving up our legendary chicken with pride and precision. What will you spend your time doing? Own the kitchen.

Role Summary To support the kitchen team to keep kitchens running on schedule and within food safety regulations. Our Kitchen Porters support our kitchen operations across Stove Restaurant, Wainwrights Inn and Brimstone Hotel. Key Responsibilities Keep all kitchen work surfaces (counters, sinks, sto

Complete thorough kitchen clean-down procedures following service to ensure the kitchen is ready for future operations. The Role As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of our kitchens during a busy programme of concerts, sporting events, conferences, exhib

The Kitchen Porter role Experience working in fast paced Restaurant kitchens Passion and looking for a great start in the Hospitality Industry Work with respect and kindness for your colleagues Organized and with great eye for detail, keeping all sections clean Hard-working and dedicated Happy to he

Main Responsibilities Daily responsibilities Wash and sanitize all dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains, and work surfaces throughout the day Empty and clean bins regularly, ensuring proper waste segregation and disposal Receive an

The Kitchen Porter role Experience working in fast paced Restaurant kitchens Passion and looking for a great start in the Hospitality Industry Work with respect and kindness for your colleagues Organized and with great eye for detail, keeping all sections clean Hard-working and dedicated Happy to he

What we offer our Cooks: Up to 1 week’s discretionary bonus pay per year paid just in time for Christmas Up to 60% colleague discount across our franchise partner brands Enhanced benefits, including, sick pay, enhanced family friend benefits and life assurance Fantastic development opportunities i

The Kitchen Porter Role Experience working in High Quality Restaurant kitchens in London Adherence to all Food Safety and hygiene standards Organized and with great eye for detail, keeping all sections clean Following opening and closing procedures Hard-working and dedicated Happy to help and learn

This may be the School Cook opportunity you’ve been looking for… A well-regarded independent school in Derby is seeking a skilled and reliable School Cook to join its catering team and play a key role in providing high-quality, nutritious meals for pupils and staff.Key Details School Cook requir

The Kitchen Porter Role Experience working in High Quality Restaurant kitchens in London Adherence to all Food Safety and hygiene standards Organized and with great eye for detail, keeping all sections clean Following opening and closing procedures Hard-working and dedicated Happy to help and learn

Prepares meals for residents with complex needs, ensuring adherence to dietary requirements and hygiene standards.

Cook required to prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals for members of an activity center, manage kitchen operations, and supervise volunteers while adhering to food safety standards.

Seeking a temporary cook for an outdoor education center, working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a pay rate of £16 per hour.

Responsibilities include preparing and serving meals, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and managing stock.

Experienced Cook/Chef needed for flexible match day and event work at a football club in Hemel Hempstead.Offers hourly pay and immediate start.

Bank Cook needed for Agincare to prepare high-quality meals for residents, manage kitchen operations, and cater to dietary needs.