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Residential Care Setting | Hampshire 37.5 Hours per Week | Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits Catering Manager Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Catering Manager to lead the catering operation within a well-established residential care setting in Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Catering Manager, Kitchen Manager, Chef Manager or Head Cook looking to take ownership of a busy kitchen, lead a dedicated team, and deliver high-quality meals that positively impact the lives of residents. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, stock control, budgeting, food safety compliance and team leadership. The Role As Catering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day catering service, ensuring residents receive nutritious, well-balanced meals while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and customer service. You will work closely with management and residents to develop menus that meet dietary requirements and preferences, whilst ensuring budgets and operational targets are achieved. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all kitchen and catering operations. Plan, prepare and deliver nutritious meals to a consistently high standard. Develop and maintain seasonal menus, including specialist and modified diets. Manage food purchasing, stock control and supplier relationships. Monitor and control catering budgets and expenditure. Ensure compliance with Food Safety legislation, HACCP principles and Health & Safety requirements. Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene standards and environmental health compliance. Create and manage staff rotas to ensure effective service delivery. Recruit, train, supervise and develop catering team members. Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs. Organise catering provision for events, functions and community activities. Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and inspections. Ensure all catering equipment is maintained and serviced appropriately. About You Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience as a Catering Manager, Chef Manager, Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or similar leadership role. Food Hygiene qualification (Level 3 or equivalent). Experience managing and motivating catering teams. Strong menu planning experience, including dietary and nutritional requirements. Experience managing budgets, food costs and stock control. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience liaising with suppliers and external contractors. Strong organisational and workload management abilities. Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work independently and make informed decisions. Desirable NVQ Level 3 in Supervisory Management or equivalent. Experience within a care home, healthcare, retirement living, assisted living or residential care environment. Knowledge of current food safety, HACCP and health & safety regulations. Experience supporting staff development and training programmes. What's on Offer? Permanent, full-time opportunity. Supportive and values-driven working environment. Opportunity to lead and shape a successful catering service. Ongoing training and professional development. Competitive salary and benefits package. Apply Now If you're an experienced Catering Manager, Chef Manager, Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, Care Home Catering Manager, or Food Service Manager looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you

Position: Assistant Commercial Manager Location: Fareham Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE Bennett & Game are representing a rapidly growing solar and renewable energy contractor who are seeking a commercially astute Assistant Commercial Manager to join their expanding business. This is a newly developed opportunity within a high-growth company that has achieved significant expansion over the past 12 months and has ambitious plans to continue scaling over the coming years. Backed by a £700m turnover group, the business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and commercial capability. The successful candidate will work closely with senior operational and finance stakeholders, providing a vital link between project delivery, commercial performance and financial control. The role will have a strong focus on job costing, cost analysis, project performance and identifying opportunities to improve commercial outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond a traditional Assistant Quantity Surveyor position and gain broad exposure across commercial, operational and finance functions. The company is seeking an ambitious individual who can grow with the business, take on increasing responsibility and help shape the future development of the commercial function. Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience across a range of construction environments, including main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders and other contractor-led businesses. Renewable energy experience is not essential. With hands-on mentoring from experienced senior stakeholders, structured training and clear progression opportunities, the successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to develop towards a Commercial Manager or senior commercial position as the company continues to grow. Assistant Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits Salary £35,000 - £45,000 DOE 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme Bonus scheme Two years' death in service cover Critical illness cover Comprehensive in-house and external training and development Clear and structured progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business Regular team and company-wide social events Charity fundraising days Modern office facilities including a stocked kitchen, shower and gym Supportive and collaborative working environmentAssistant Commercial Manager Job Overview Work closely with senior operational and finance stakeholders to support commercial performance across the business Take a leading role in job costing, cost tracking and the commercial review of live projects Analyse project costs and performance, identifying overspend, financial risks and opportunities to improve profitability Investigate operational and commercial variances, working with relevant teams to understand the underlying causes Review labour, material, subcontract and other project costs to support accurate financial control Support monthly forecasting, cost reporting and project financial reviews Assist with the preparation of valuations, applications for payment and final account information Support commercial administration, procurement, subcontract enquiries and cost comparisons where required Maintain accurate commercial records and support variation and change control processes Work across commercial, operations and finance to improve reporting, processes and commercial visibility Help develop and embed robust commercial controls as the business continues to scale Take on increasing responsibility and ownership as the commercial function developsAssistant Commercial Manager Requirements Previous experience within an Assistant Commercial Manager, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Analyst, Project Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role Candidates from main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders or similar construction environments are encouraged to apply Experience of job costing, project cost control, commercial reporting, forecasting or financial analysis would be advantageous Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse project costs and identify areas for improvement Good Excel and data analysis skills, with confidence working with financial reports and project information Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across commercial, operational and finance teams Proactive, detail-focused and keen to develop within a fast-growing business Renewable energy experience is not requiredBennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of Englands fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Cook Manager - Area Support- Primary Schools School Location: Portsmouth Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3.30pm (40 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £27,000 per Annum What will I be doing? This is an area support role, overseeing 5 local primary schools in the Portsmouth area. You will support the onsite Cook / Chef managers, assist with training, audits, orders, HR and management duties. Covering any sickness and making sure all services run smoothly, As a Area support Cook Manager , youll lead a friendly kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to students each day. This is a hands-on management role, where youll oversee the kitchen, support your team, and ensure smooth service. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school Planning menus, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Liaising directly with onsite clients and stakeholders Ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently Were not in the business of making school foodwere here to make great food , and thats why our customers love us. What are we looking for? Were looking for an experienced Cook/Chef Manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for food. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Skilled in preparing fresh, seasonal food Strong people management and team leadership skills Good organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations If youre enthusiastic about cooking and leading a team to deliver quality food, we want to hear from you. Whats in it for you? This role offers an excellent work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meal on shift and provided uniform Plus: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives, including chances to win shopping vouchers Youll also have the chance to help children explore healthy eating and build positive food habits that last a lifetime. Next steps If this sounds like the right role for you, wed love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test & kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and childrens barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT

Position: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Fareham Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE Bennett & Game are representing a rapidly growing solar and renewable energy contractor who are seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth business at an important stage of its development. Backed by a £700m turnover group, the company has achieved significant growth over the past 12 months and has ambitious plans to continue scaling over the coming years. The successful candidate will work closely with the Commercial Manager and senior stakeholders, gaining broad exposure across commercial, operational and finance functions. This is a varied role offering far more than a traditional Assistant Quantity Surveyor position, with early responsibility, hands-on mentoring and the opportunity to play a key part in developing the company's commercial processes as the business continues to grow. The company is open to candidates from a wide range of construction backgrounds, including main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers and housebuilders. Previous experience within the renewable energy sector is not required. This role offers genuine long-term progression. As the business continues to scale, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop towards a Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or more senior commercial position. Assistant Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits Salary £35,000 - £45,000 DOE 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme Bonus scheme Two years' death in service cover Critical illness cover Comprehensive in-house and external training and development Clear and structured progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business Regular team and company-wide social events Charity fundraising days Modern office facilities including a stocked kitchen, shower and gym Supportive and collaborative working environmentAssistant Quantity Surveyor Job Overview Support the Commercial Manager with the commercial and financial management of live renewable energy projects Assist with job costing, cost tracking and commercial reporting across a growing project portfolio Review project costs and performance, helping to identify overspend, commercial risks and opportunities for improvement Assist with monthly cost reporting, forecasting, valuations and applications for payment Support the preparation and management of subcontract enquiries, cost comparisons, procurement and order placement Assist with the management of variations, change control and commercial records Review labour, material and subcontract costs to support accurate project costing and financial control Work closely with operational and finance teams to investigate project variances and improve commercial performance Collate project records, cost information and supporting evidence for commercial reporting and final accounts Help develop and embed improved commercial processes as the business continues to grow Take on increasing responsibility and ownership as experience and capability developAssistant Quantity Surveyor Requirements Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Trainee Quantity Surveyor or within a similar commercial role Candidates from main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders or similar construction environments are encouraged to apply Experience of job costing, cost tracking, valuations, cost reporting or project financial management would be advantageous Strong commercial awareness with good numerical and analytical skills Confident using Excel and working with cost reports, financial data and project trackers Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with commercial, operational and finance teams Proactive, organised and ambitious, with a genuine desire to develop and progress Renewable energy experience is not requiredBennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for