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New Product Development Manager – Ready Meals Confidential Food Manufacturer – KSA You’ve probably perfected the art of making great food… in someone else’s factory. Now how about doing it somewhere the sun actually shines? This is your chance to take your product development expertise overseas — to a growing, well-funded food business that’s raising the bar for quality ready meals across the Middle East. We’re looking for a Product Development Manager (you might call it R&D Manager) who can turn great ideas into scalable, commercially sound, and genuinely tasty food. You’ll lead a small team, manage NPD from concept to launch, and work across departments to make sure what’s dreamed up in the kitchen actually survives production — and the journey to shelf. You’ll: • Develop, test, and launch new meal ranges with full creative control., • Drive innovation projects with proper backing and resources., • Balance creativity with cost, compliance, and reality., • Work alongside an international team that values bold thinking. And beyond the work? You’ll get the chance to start a new chapter in the Middle East — enjoying a tax-free salary, a lower cost of living, year-round sunshine, and the kind of lifestyle that’s hard to replicate back home. If you’ve ever thought, “there must be more than another grey commute and a microwave lunch,” this might be it.

About Le Creuset At Le Creuset, every dish begins with a story - and every story begins with people. Since 1925, we’ve brought generations together around the table, transforming everyday meals into cherished memories. Our legacy is built on colour, craft, and a deep passion for innovation - shaped as much by our iconic products as by the people who bring them to life. We’re not just creating cookware; we’re creating moments that last a lifetime. If you’re inspired by heritage, driven by creativity, and ready to shape the future of the kitchen, we’d love to welcome you into our story. The Recipe for Success: As a Regional Account Manager at Le Creuset, you will be responsible for maximising sales performance, enhancing brand visibility, and maintaining our premium positioning across independent and regional accounts within your designated territory. This role requires a strategic and customer-focused approach to account management, ensuring consistent execution of national marketing initiatives, exceptional in-store and online brand representation, and the development of strong, long-term customer relationships. You will play a key role in identifying growth opportunities, delivering against sales targets, and embodying the brand’s heritage of quality and innovation in every interaction. This role is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with standard working hours of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role involves regular travel across the South and South East of England, covering a territory from Cornwall to Essex. As such, candidates must be comfortable with frequent travel and overnight stays as part of their routine. A full UK driving licence and a high level of flexibility are essential to succeed in this role. What’s on your Daily Menu? • Sales Targets: Meet annual and monthly net sales revenue, volume, and distribution goals as set by the National Sales Manager., • Marketing Execution: Implement national marketing campaigns and ensure premium brand representation both in-store and online., • Account Management: Maintain and grow existing accounts, ensuring high standards in merchandising and product ranging., • Customer Insight: Develop a deep understanding of each customer’s business model, challenges, and strategies., • Call Planning: Conduct a minimum of 15 calls per week, including business reviews, product presentations, merchandising, training, and issue resolution., • New Business Development: Identify and secure new business opportunities to meet annual growth targets., • Administration & Compliance: Keep internal teams updated on customer changes and manage co-op funds and adherence to agreements., • Reporting & Meetings: Provide weekly updates, confirm itineraries, and attend meetings, trade shows, and briefings as required. The Perfect Blend: Your ingredients for Success • Minimum 2 years’ experience in B2B sales or retail management within the housewares sector., • Solid understanding of the housewares market, trends, and customer needs., • GCSE-level (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Maths., • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)., • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills., • Highly organised, able to manage multiple accounts across a large region., • Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-focused., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including overnight stays. Why Join Our Table? At Le Creuset, you will find your seat at our table, which is a colourful as our cookware and rich in history. Our table is grounded in our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation and Teamwork.Every talent will add flavor. Every idea brings colour. And every day is a chance to create something that lasts. With the passion you bring, you become part of a timeless legacy, one that brings people together around food, stories, and meaningful shared moments. Diversity & Inclusion Statement We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnic or national origin. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Ready to Stir Things Up? Apply now and help us create exceptional experiences, one customer at a time.

Installation Project Manager – Hospitality/Retail Operations/Facilities Location: Home based with UK wide travel Salary: c£45-55,000 + bonus + car/allowance + benefits Our Client is a market leading organisation with an impressive portfolio of B2B customers in multiple sectors The aim of this role is to provide industry leading operational opportunities are presented with absolute clarity and understanding to all project stakeholders. To consistently ensure 100% client delivery from expectation to reality and an exceptional customer experience from brief, design, quote, order and final delivery. The role: To regularly attend customer meetings and build detailed brief of customers’ requirements agreeing project milestones To project manage allocated projects from conversion to delivery, undertaking required site meetings, coordination with other trades, fabrication approval and overseeing installation, ensuring all designs meet all technical and safety requirements To ensure all financial aspects of the projects are agreed with the customer and adhered to throughout the project timeline. To carry out review meetings to ensure all snags/additions are completed and final reconciliations are understood, delivering exceptional customer service To construct an operational design that meets the specific requirements of the customers’ brief and business model. To develop designs, with consideration to the customer’s and business’ needs, ensuring the design meets all technical and safety requirements. To meet with customers to present the operational designs, ensuring all customers meetings are documented, with all actions confirmed in writing, where necessary action points are passed to relevant sub-contractors To work with the sales team on designs and higher gross margin product lines to achieve the required level of profitability, ensuring regular lines of communication remain open with the Account Manager The person: In depth knowledge of hospitality or retail commercial fitouts Commercial kitchen implementation Project management experience and a proven record of project delivery Exceptional customer relationship qualities ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed at all required times Commercially focused with an ability to deliver within budgetary requirements Proven pro-active approach to resolving issues Ability to deal with customers and stakeholders at all levels of business Excellent presentation skills, written and verbal Driving Licence, ability to travel to operational sites across the UK IT literate, preferably with experience of CAD To apply please email your CV, or call for more details 0115 870 0115

National Account Executive Location: UK wide - location flexible Salary: £30-35,000 + company car +benefits Are you ambitious, proactive, and ready to kickstart a career in account management? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing national business in a role that mixes client relationship management, problem solving, and on-the-ground project support. We’re looking for a confident communicator with a desire to learn, a strong sense of initiative, and the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. If you are a graduate with a years relevant placement experience, or if you are seeking your second role after graduating with experience gained in sales, account management or national accounts this is a great next step role Clear progression path – we promote from within, with the chance to grow into a Key Account Manager role Close mentorship – work directly with the National Key Account Manager and get exposure to senior stakeholders Exciting, varied projects – from site surveys and problem-solving to client meetings and relationship building The role: Supporting the National Key Account Manager to manage a portfolio of major care and education clients (representing thousands of sites) Acting as the day-to-day contact for client queries, service issues, and updates Conducting site visits and surveys – taking measurements, photos, and videos to support new equipment installations and projects Liaising with internal service teams, suppliers, and customers to keep projects on track Gathering and analysing data, producing reports, and identifying opportunities for growth Attending regular review meetings with clients and occasionally stepping in to represent the team Being flexible to travel nationally (including overnight stays when needed) Clear progression path – we promote from within, with the chance to grow into a Key Account Manager role Close mentorship – work directly with the National Key Account Manager and get exposure to senior stakeholders Exciting, varied projects – from site surveys and problem-solving to client meetings and relationship building The person: Degree (or equivalent experience) – business, marketing, or technical fields a bonus Placement year or work experience in service, equipment, or FMCG industry is advantageous Experience in customer-facing roles, project coordination, or field-based service is desirable but not essential Previous experience in account management, national accounts or sales A strong communicator – comfortable speaking with everyone from kitchen staff to CEOs Adaptable & proactive – able to handle shifting priorities and unexpected challenges Commercially curious – interested in how businesses grow and keen to spot opportunities Resilient & professional – able to handle demanding situations with empathy and assertiveness Organised & data-friendly – confident with Excel and reporting (or keen to learn) Mobile & flexible – happy with frequent travel and occasional overnight stays What’s in It for You Our Client a growing, ambitious business with major national accounts and exciting expansion plans. You’ll have the chance to learn every aspect of account management – from service to new equipment projects – in a collaborative, supportive environment where no two days are the same. To apply please send your CV to or call 0115 870 0115 for more details

National Account & Category Executive - Job Description About us The Gym Kitchen launched with a bang in 2020 and is listed in UK retailers such as Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Co-op, Sainsbury’s, Ocado & Amazon. Our range consists of high-protein, macro-counted food across more than 8 categories, our aim is to make healthy eating affordable, accessible and most importantly tasty! We are recruiting a National Account & Category Executive who is dynamic & talented. This is a key position that will be instrumental in driving the growth of our brand in retail. You’ll be supporting in the delivery of a growth plan for new and existing customers. You will do this by utilising category and consumer insight to influence our customers. You will also have day to day communication with wider business functions (marketing and manufacturing) to ensure the team are all working towards one goal. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, gaining hands-on experience across various aspects of commercial. This role is ideally suited to someone with 1-2 years’ experience as a National & Category Account Executive, seeking a pathway to National Account Manager or Category Manager. What you’ll be doing: • Analysis of category data, providing commentary that will be used in the selling process, • Support current listings in account management, drive new business & NPD, • Summarise consumer insights to support gaps in the market, across multiple categories, • Prepare presentations for external sales meetings, • Development of customer specific promotional calendars, • Recommend customer product mix that align with strategic brand and category guidelines, • Advise and recommend customer commercials with an understanding of margins, • Forecast on expected volumes and sales pipeline and communicate with production and operations teams, • Execute sampling activations and events activations, • Complete regular store visits and attend retailer conferences, • Manage customer contact database To be considered for the role, you will have to demonstrate the following: • An understanding of category data and how to present it, • Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, • Understand business performance and key performance drivers, • Ideally previous experience of the commercial process within grocery sector and in FMCG, • Minimum degree level qualification, • You have strong communication skills are influential, building effective cross functional links both internally and externally, • Some experience with P&L Analysis – you are confident with data and can interpret it, to use as a commercial advantage, • You can work effectively within a team from a remote location, • An entrepreneurial go getter mind set, • Minimum 1+ years sales experience within FMCG Food or Drink, • Ambitious, driven, and self-motivated with proven ability to work independently, • Tenacious, resilient, and confident with excellent interpersonal, communication and sales/negotiating skills, • A “get-things-done” attitude and ability to work to deadlines, • Entrepreneurial spirit and proactivity to seek new opportunities, • Flexibility to travel as needed to manufacturers and retailers, • Enjoy working as part of a small team We are on an amazing adventure and can offer a truly purpose led career with flexibility. In addition, you will benefit from the below: • The potential to progress your career fast, • A culture where your part of a team, where you feel encouraged to make a difference, • Remote working - with travel to retailers and manufacturers, • Competitive salary based on experience, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Pension Scheme, • Bonus

National Contracts Manager – KBB Sector Leading Manufacturer | Design-Led Interiors ASR is partnered with a leading manufacturer within the KBB sector, currently undergoing an exciting phase of growth and transformation. This is a newly created role within the group, offering an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded individual to make a real impact and shape the next stage of their contracts strategy. We are seeking a National Contracts Manager to lead, grow, and develop business across the residential new build, high-rise apartments, and retirement/care home sectors. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of commercial and technical expertise — someone confident in interpreting specifications, understanding drawings, and delivering tailored solutions to customers across multiple channels. The Role • Manage key relationships with major national and regional housebuilders, retirement living developers, and specialist contract merchants., • Work closely with senior decision-makers at head office and procurement level to secure and grow national agreements., • Drive new business across Residential New Build, High-Rise, and Retirement Living channels, dedicating approx. 70% of your time to developing new opportunities., • Collaborate closely with estimating teams, group sales, and national merchant partners to ensure seamless project delivery., • Act as the bridge between clients and internal departments (design, compliance, logistics) to ensure technical and commercial excellence., • Attend key trade shows and exhibitions to represent the brand and build market presence. Customer Base • National & Regional Developers: CALA Homes, Lovell, McCarthy Stone, Churchill Retirement, • Contract Merchants: C.P. Hart, Sanipex, James Hargreaves, PCS, Faucets, • National Merchant Contract Teams: CPS, Wolseley The Person • Proven experience in a similar role to (Contracts Manager, National Contracts Manager, Head Of Contracts) role within the KBB, bathroom, kitchen, flooring, or other interior industries., • Ideally based in the Midlands or the Southern part of the country, • Strong technical understanding of drawings, specifications, and product application., • Excellent relationship builder with the ability to engage confidently at all levels — from site to boardroom., • Commercially astute, driven, and motivated by business growth., • Skilled in project and contract management, with strong organisational and communication skills., • This is NOT an A&D-focused role; we need someone with a specific customer base and specification experience. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking manufacturer with strong backing, clear ambition, and an exciting pipeline of new products. You’ll play a key role in shaping their contract growth strategy while enjoying full backing from a collaborative and supportive leadership team. Competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus, and an excellent benefits package. If you would like more information and a confidential chat, please don't hesitate to get in touch below. T: 0161 327 4561 or 07946126 863 E: W: ___ ASR International specialises in Commercial, Operational and Sales-based roles throughout GB; our expertise lies with manufacturers and distributors within the bathroom, brassware, sanitaryware and interiors sectors for senior-level

Our Kitchen Managers play an essential role in delivering an exceptional customer experience across our restaurants – delivering tasty food, ensuring food hygiene, maintaining high operational standards and smashing commercial targets. Leading the kitchen team, ensuring strong levels of service th

Coach, mentor, train, and supervise kitchen staff including sous chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants. Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role (minimum 5 years). Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.

Leading the kitchen team, ensuring strong levels of service that are efficient, withing budget and compliant. Maintaining a fully compliant kitchen with all statutory requirements of health & safety and food hygiene.

Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Restaurant Manager. Restaurant Manager - Accommodation Available - New Milton, Hampshire. Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to lead a vibrant team? We're looking for a dynamic, hands-on Restaurant Manager for The Kitchen by James

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:.

Were looking for a Restaurant Manager to join our talented team at The Blues Kitchen. We're seeking a Restaurant Manager who embodies heartfelt hospitality and a growth mindset, committed to elevating every aspect of the guest experience.

Experienced Kitchen Manager / Head Chef – £40k + Tronc (Immediate Start). Kitchen Manager / Head Chef or a Senior Sous. Are you a hands-on kitchen leader passionate about delivering consistently exceptional food while developing a strong, motivated team? We're looking for a.

Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you will support the running of the kitchen and support in leading a large team of amazing chefs. We’re looking for a Junior Kitchen Manager to join the Butlin's Buffets Department based in Skegness. As well a stepping up in the Kitchen Managers absence.

Experienced Kitchen Manager / Head Chef – £40k + Tronc (Immediate Start). Kitchen Manager / Head Chef or a Senior Sous. This is your opportunity to take charge of a busy kitchen, leading from the front, ensuring processes are followed, and maintaining consistent quality across every dish that lea

Reporting to the Senior Kitchen Manager, you will support the running of the kitchen and support in leading a team of up to 40. We’re looking for a Junior Kitchen Manager to join the Butlin's Buffet Department based in Bognor Regis. We would also love to hear from you if you're looking to step up

Were looking for a Restaurant Manager to join our talented team at The Blues Kitchen. We're seeking a Restaurant Manager who embodies heartfelt hospitality and a growth mindset, committed to elevating every aspect of the guest experience.

We’re looking for a Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to join the Butlin's Team based in Minehead. You will ensure the Junior Kitchen Managers are leading each shift, maintain compliance to all food safety and Health & Safety policies, place orders for all food items with our onsite warehouse and

Casual Mobile Kitchen Manager - South Devon area.

Description About the role We are looking for a Shift Manager to join our Buffets department responsible for our catering stores warehouse and team of kitchen porters. Reporting to the Back of House Manager, the Hygiene & Warehouse Shift Manager will be responsible for ensuring daily duties are fulf

We’re looking for a Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to join the Butlin's Team based in Minehead. You will ensure the Junior Kitchen Managers are leading each shift, maintain compliance to all food safety and Health & Safety policies, place orders for all food items with our onsite warehouse and

Kitchen ManagerDepartment: Students' UnionSalary: Starting from £26,707, rising to £30,378Closing date: Sunday 09 November 2025The Students' Union is looking for a dedicated and experienced Kitchen Manager to join the team at the Plug & Tub bar. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a small, fas

Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you will support the running of the kitchen and support in leading a large team of amazing chefs. As well a stepping up in the Kitchen Managers absence. We’re looking for a Junior Kitchen Manager to join the Butlin's Buffets Department based in Skegness.

We are looking to recruit a passionate and dedicatedKitchen Manager who is a natural born leader to Join us on our very excitingJourney, after a very successful rebrand. We are very passionate about what we do and the quality ofour meat from Farm to fork, so we need our Kitchen Manager to live and b

Reporting to the Senior Kitchen Manager, you will support the running of the kitchen and support in leading a team of up to 40. We’re looking for a Junior Kitchen Manager to join the Butlin's Buffet Department based in Bognor Regis. We would also love to hear from you if you're looking to step up

If you're an experienced Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, Catering Manager or similar and want to be part of a dynamic management team and our vision, develop yourself in a market‑leading company. Reporting to the General Manager, our Kitchen Managers play a pivotal part in the daily success and runnin

We have an exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Manager with hospitality experience to join one of our lively café kitchens. You’ll oversee the daily operations of your kitchen, as well as selecting, training and developing kitchen colleagues to deliver delicious food that keeps our customers happy

Reporting to the General Manager, our Kitchen Managers play a pivotal part in the daily success and running of the restaurant. Support the General Manager in the recruitment, induction and on boarding of any new Kitchen team members. Alongside working with a General Manager that has been back of hou

We have an exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Manager with hospitality experience to join one of our lively café kitchens. As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll be responsible for stock levels, food storage and preparation, as well as the highest levels of food safety and hygiene. You’ll oversee the dai

Senior Kitchen Fitter & Project Manager. We're seeking an experienced kitchen fitter or builder to step into a leadership role with genuine ownership in a high-growth kitchen and home renovation business. Head Builder & Operations Partner - Kitchen & Home Renovation Business.

We are looking for enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant Managers who will guarantee the smooth running of the back‑of‑house operations and our wonderful customers’ and teams’ happiness!. Our Assistant Managers support the General Manager in upholding exceptional standards, boosting sales, and ensu

In this role, our Deputy Kitchen Manager are responsible for delivering an efficient, effective and profitable kitchen service that complies with all Health & Food Safety requirements. Devise, agree and action training plans for the department, with Kitchen Manager. Kew Green Hotels / Holiday Inn Co

Inglefield Nursing and Residential Home in the Isle of Wight is looking for a Kitchen Manager to join their team. Lead the kitchen team and manage the cooks and kitchen assistants to create balanced and nutritious meals for residents. Oversee food allocation systems and work to minimise wastage in t

We’re looking for a skilled Kitchen Manager or Kitchen Team Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career. In this leadership role, you\u2019ll play a key part in shaping our kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, supporting and developing the kitchen team at Slug And Lettuce.

Reporting to the Back of House Manager, the Hygiene & Warehouse Shift Manager will be responsible for ensuring daily duties are fulfilled by ensuring that relevant tasks and objectives are being carried out by the team, and that team are in the right place at the right time to ensure we can manage f

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Borough Kitchen is a leading cook shop for passionate home chefs, offering everything needed for cooking and entertaining — from the kitchen to the table. As the Assistant Store Manager at our Islington store, you will play a key role in supporting the Store Manager with the day-to-day operations

If you’re an experienced Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, Catering Manager or similar and want to be part of a dynamic management team and our vision, develop yourself in a market leading company. Reporting to the General Manager, our Head Chefs (Kitchen Managers) play a pivotal part in the daily succe

Are you a passionate and resilient kitchen leader ready to take the reins of a fast-paced back-of-house operation? We’re on the lookout for a Kitchen Manager to join our client’s beautiful venue and lead their kitchen team to deliver high-quality, fresh food with consistency and flair. Previous

You will be responsible for handling enquiries received and identifying and developing new business with end users, ventilation contractors, kitchen fit-out companies, and specifiers for commercial and residential kitchen fire suppression systems. Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression is a leading provid

We have an exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Manager with hospitality experience to join one of our lively café kitchens. You’ll oversee the daily operations of your kitchen, as well as selecting, training and developing kitchen colleagues to deliver delicious food that keeps our customers happy

Kitchen Manager – South West Norse. South West Norse have an opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Manager to join the team based at Gatehouse Primary Academy on a permanent basis. Experience leading a busy kitchen environment, capable of organising catering staff as well as being hands‑on with

You are probably an existing Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef looking for your first step into a Head Chef role. You will have demonstrated successful delivery of training and recruitment for kitchen teams including Apprentices, KPs, Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs. It'll be your resp

Assistant Kitchen Manager - Rugby School. We’re recruiting an experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a full-time basis.

We're looking for a Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to join the Butlin's Team based in Minehead. You will ensure the Junior Kitchen Managers are leading each shift, maintain compliance to all food safety and Health & Safety policies, place orders for all food items with our onsite warehouse and e

Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked. Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.

Reporting to the Senior Kitchen Manager, you will support the running of the kitchen and support in leading a team of up to 40. We're looking for a Junior Kitchen Manager to join the Butlin's Buffet Department based in Bognor Regis. We would also love to hear from you if you're looking to step up to

Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked. Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.