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As a Catering Assistant, you’ll support the smooth running of the school kitchen and help serve healthy, nutritious meals to pupils and staff. Supporting the catering team with daily tasks. Previous catering or food service experience is desirable but not essential.

Siamo Group are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a kitchen team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring that our clients menu reflects the latest culinary trends while meeting cu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Directs, coaches, supports, supervises, and evaluates (with the Sous Chef) all direct reports., • Must have excellent food knowledge and a full understanding of culinary terms., • Must be able to read, understand, follow, and prepare company recipes by maintaining the quality and consistency in taste according to the instructions provided by the corporate office., • Must be proficient in completing tasks, work efficiently and productively., • Must be able to work in any section of a kitchen., • Coordinate and supervise all team members assigned to their section, assign and delegate tasks accordingly., • Undertake recipe reviews daily. Maintain recipe folders in immaculate condition., • Responsible for follow-through on any request within the area of responsibility received from the direct supervisor or manager on duty; this may include show plates, food samples and random food tastings., • Control production levels and recommend ideas for improvements and better cost controlling., • Prepare daily electronic food requisitions needed for his section production and countercheck deliveries for its accuracy; Report any discrepancies to his immediate supervisor., • Must be able to oversee any main section (Sauce, Entremetier, Fish, Roast, Outlet CDP, Tournant and Cold Kitchen) and its entire food production., • Maintain and ensure that Public Health are followed according to company standards and expectation (referring to US, Anvisa, Shipsan, Canadian, Australian etc.) and always followed within their section., • Ensures that the HACCP program is carried out correctly., • Maintains their assigned area in preparation for announced or unannounced United States Public Health type inspection either done by the Food & Beverage Director or the actual inspectors., • Reports for duty at assigned times, follows their supervisor’s instructions, and ensures that personal appearance, uniform, and personal hygiene are in accordance with the company’s rules and regulations. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES • This position is responsible for cost containment through the proper use, handling and maintenance of records, reports, supplies and equipment., • Identifies potential expense reductions through cost control., • Analyzes operational problems and establishes controls., • Reviews timesheets and forwards them to the Executive Chef for approval., • May prepare a variety of reports and letters utilizing personal computer system and equipment., • Ensures that items are requisitioned in correct quantities, within acceptable timeframes and in accordance with established control procedures., • Conducts workstation spot checks to ensure items are correctly stored to minimize deterioration and waste. MOTIVATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES • Monitors and manages the various assigned workstation functions., • Monitors the assignment of duties and responsibilities to their staff., • Observes and evaluates staff and work procedures to ensure quality standards and service are met., • Makes recommendations regarding personnel actions such as new hire requests and discharges, to ensure adequate and continuous staffing., • Inspects workstations, work areas, equipment, etc. to ensure efficient service and conformance to standards. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION • A minimum of 8 years in an upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship or convention banqueting service and at least 2 years as Chef de Partie (shipboard experience preferred)., • A culinary school degree is required., • Very strong management skills in a multicultural and dynamic environment., • Very strong communication, problem solving, decision making, and interpersonal skills., • Superior customer service, teambuilding, and conflict resolution skills., • Knowledge of the principles and processes for providing personalized services including needs assessment techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems, and guest satisfaction evaluation techniques., • Strong planning, coaching, organizing, staffing, controlling, and evaluating skills., • Intermediate computer software skills required., • Possess a good understanding of basic accounting principles such as numbering flow, “Debits/Credits”, adjusting entries, and corrections., • Ability to write reports and business correspondence and to establish a good rapport with the ship’s Senior Officers and the corporate office.

No. of Vacancies: 1 Location: Stockport Salary: £13.68 per hour + £80 per month car allowance Hours: 30 hours per week 08:00-14:00 At Totally Local Company an opportunity has arisen for a Mobile Cook who possess' a professional demeanour, sound judgement and integrity to join our Catering team, based within Stockport. Main Purpose of the Job To prepare and cook meals for children within agreed food and labour budgetary costs. To ensure compliance with food specification nutritional standards in accordance with relevant agreed set processes and procedures. To ensure all health and safety and food safety guidelines are strictly adhered to. To complete administrative procedure and paperwork to required standards. To supervise and organise catering staff under your jurisdiction. Order stock, plan, prepare, cook and serve food as directed by Totally Local Company for consumption on and off the premises. Responsible for receipt, temperature probing/recording and the correct storage of all delivered goods. Stock rotation/control. Direct and supervise general catering assistants. Implement cleaning regimes for all kitchen equipment and associated activities. Record and document on cleaning schedules to comply with Totally Local Company HACCP policy. Induct all staff on site including agency staff on the correct use of equipment, kitchen techniques, health and safety, food safety, COSHH, manual handling and nutritional standards, following 'Task Talk' system. This includes refresher training as directed. Menu planning for theme days and promotional activities within the school in negotiation with area manager / food champions. Complete and process unit documentation. To undertake duties relevant to the work of the department and appropriate to the post. To liaise with head teachers, school personnel, client, contractors, suppliers, pupils and parents. Three days per year are designated deep clean or training days. Duties and Responsibilities NVQ Level 2 in professional cookery or equivalent is essential. The supervision and co-ordination of staff employed in the kitchen. Responsible for the preparation, cooking and serving of meals for consumption both on and off the premises, including special diets. Responsible for ensuring all health and safety/standards are adhered to following company guidelines and standards. Responsible for clerical duties connected with: 1- Food 2- Equipment 3- Training 4- Cleaning 5- Completion of unit paperwork to comply with the Totally Local Company audit standards/requirement. Facilitate training of new staff in the use of equipment, kitchen techniques and relevant aspects of health and safety in the kitchen environment. Responsible for the receipt and storage of all deliveries for the kitchen. Responsible for managing and recording of stock control. The provision of catering for special functions such as PTA events, theme days etc. as required. Responsible for and assisting with the serving of meals. Conform to menu guidelines including the government's food based and nutritional standards. To report equipment repairs and replacements following the correct procedures, for both heavy and light equipment. To ensure that the kitchen and dining areas are maintained to a clean/hygienic and safe condition. The preparation of the dining room for the consumption of meals (i.e. placement of furniture, checks for cleanliness and health and safety.) To undertake such duties related to the work of the department, appropriate to the post as may be assigned. To liaise with Totally Local Company's personnel, head teachers, school personnel, contractors, suppliers, pupils and parents on a regular basis. To meet and maintain the approved standards for QAP, ISO 9001 2008, Environmental 14001:2004 and Investors in people. To ensure they promote the business in a positive manner at all times, becoming an ambassador for the service. Benefits 25 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays. Lifestyle Benefits - we provide access to huge discounts on a variety of retailers and services, through our lifestyle benefits website. Cycle to Work Scheme - enabling you to get the bike of your choice (between £100 and £1000), with Tax and NI savings of up to 32%. NEST Pension Scheme - 6.5% employer contribution if eligible. Life Assurance - twice your basic salary

Bar and Restaurant Supervisor £12.65ph / 40 hours Permanent position Malmaison Deansgate Get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn something new and make a career for life with Malmaison. Are high standards second nature to you? Do you love people and making guests smile everyday knowing you have delivered celebrity service? Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you will be proud of? We love Food, Wine and Cocktails - almost as much as you do! You will already have experience in working within a busy restaurant and/or bar and be looking for the next step in your career, y ou will be the face of the restaurant and bar within our hotel, you'll help control the flow, and communicate with the Kitchen and the management team to ensure smooth and controlled dining experience for our guests. We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need people to work a range of shifts and days - this means great flexibility if required. We are busier generally during evenings and weekends but shift patterns and contracted hours can all be discussed at interview. If you are looking for career training we offer nationally recognized apprenticeships which sit alongside our detailed brand training. We'll help you be 'The Difference' between good and great guest experiences . We create memories that the guest will never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Head of Department position within Malmaison – we actively encourage internal development and progression, Onwards and Upwards. In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer: Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night. Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate. 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!) A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom. We have a Wellness

Role: Process Technologist Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per week Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (usually 8am-4pm, some flexibility may be required) Contract: Permanent Inspired Global Cuisine (IGC) Inspired Global Cuisine are a frozen ready meal manufacturer based in Gorton, East Manchester. We are an ambitious company who have grown significantly over the last 2 years, now producing over 1million meals a week and have plans to continue to grow. Which includes a re-location to a brand new 369 thousand square foot site in Chadderton, Oldham in early 2026 where we plan to double our volume over the next few years. We believe in manufacturing excellence - delivered by our brilliant people, innovative products and continuous improvement. We achieve this by working within our core values of being accountable, creative, open and as a team. We have high standards and encourage our colleagues to be autonomous and authentic to drive our business forward. With a supportive environment we encourage personal and professional development too. You’ll work cross functionally and collaboratively, always strive to be the best and even have some fun along the way. About the role Providing the link between the product development kitchen and the production line with responsibility for ensuring that new products make a smooth transition from trial and testing stages to full production. Ensuring trial production runs take place and outcomes are communicated to relevant people whilst identifying any critical issues, making recommendations for improvements and measuring yields to make sure everything complies with quality, safety and customer expectations. Supporting the wider Process Development team with buying and trialling new processing equipment for product launches or within improvements for current processes. Responsibilities include: • Responsible for the scale-up of new products from New Product Development (NPD) through to successful production launch, ensuring that product consistency is achieved throughout the entire process, • To ensure all work meets in-house and customer standards for quality and safety, • Scheduling and managing production line trials and revaluations, • Build and maintain strong relationships with NPD, Production and other colleagues involved with development, • Understanding company production processes and flagging up any potential problems to NPD at early development stages, • Facilitating customer visits during production trials, • Developing practical schedules for product launch, • Liaising with purchasing colleagues to ensure that all incoming stock for initial production runs is in place, • Conducting ongoing investigations into production processes and making recommendations for improvements if necessary, • Ensuring that operating procedures and specifications are written correctly for each new product and available to relevant staff, • Supporting initial production runs and being available to trouble shoot and provide expert advice if necessary, • To carry out any reasonable request of your line manager in order to meet the needs of the business Skills & Experience Essential: • Motivated and enthusiastic, • Good problem-solver, • Strong data collection and analysis skills, • Excellent IT skills, • Well-organised Desirable: • Food-related qualification, • Food manufacturing experience Benefits Our benefits package includes: • 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday and opportunity to purchase an additional week, • Restaurant and retailer discounts, • Healthcare cash plan, • Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, • Employee assistance programme – GroceryAid, • Long service awards, • Reward & recognition