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A reputable educational institution in Reigate is looking for a passionate and skillful Kitchen Supervisor to create nutritious meals for students.This role involves managing kitchen operations, training staff, and ensuring high-quality service.The position requires experience in food production and

This role involves menu development, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring exceptional food quality. Employees enjoy perks such as a development program, discounts, and 28 days of holiday.

This full-time, permanent position has a starting salary of £27,634 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a Kitchen Lead / Cook to join our fantastic team, leading kitchen shifts at Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD). The role will be primarily based at High Ashurst Outdoor Centre, Headley Lane, Mickleham, near Dorking, Surrey RH5 6DQ with the requirement to work at our other centres in Richmond and Guildford as needed. Our Offer to You Playing a valuable part in the outdoor learning experience of our guests Working amongst a friendly and dynamic team Working with a range of customers and projects Working at 3 unique centres in beautiful locations 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout The Role This is an exciting role for individuals who will motivate, lead and support our kitchen team to deliver high quality, tasty homecooked food. You will lead the team to prepare, cook and serve, ensuring smooth and safe operations. Each day is different, so adaptability is key to meet the changing needs of our groups. Our guests range from school children through to families and adult groups. From time to time we deliver themed events which will allow you to bring your creative skills to life. Serving and cooking outdoors are all a part of these exciting events which add to the variety of the role. Other areas of responsibility include staff mentoring, ordering, menu planning and stock control. Shifts are set one month in advance with early shifts starting at 6am and late shifts finishing usually no later than 8pm. The centres are open all week with some weekend work and generally no Sunday evenings. Our centres are in remote locations and can be difficult to reach by public transport. This role is ideal for individuals with their own transportation. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Positive and motivational leadership and communication skills Holder of, or working towards, Food Hygiene Level 3 Excellent craft skills Experience of cooking for large groups and catering for a wide range of needs Experience of adapting to special diets and allergens Excellent planning and time management skills with ability to work using own initiative Positive and solution focussedThe role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please tell us what motivated you to apply for the role of Kitchen Lead with Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development? Please tell us what key skills, abilities, and experience you have, whether from previous roles or other contexts, that you believe would help you succeed in this role? Please include any transferable skills. How do you describe your style of cooking? What is the average number of meals you have catered for in a sitting? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 17.05.2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs

Senior Sous Chef, required to join a dynamic kitchen brigade at a hotel in the Betchworth, Surrey area. As Senior Sous Chef, candidates require a good all round background to include restaurant service and experience of catering for up to 100 within wedding and banqueting operations. As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in the culinary operations of the restaurant, ensuring that all food production meets high standards of quality and presentation. You will work closely with the Head Chef to supervise kitchen staff, maintain food safety protocols, and create memorable dining experiences for guests. This position is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of culinary techniques. Responsibilities: * Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and staff supervision. * Prepare and cook high-quality dishes in accordance with the restaurant’s menu and standards. * Ensure food safety and hygiene regulations are strictly followed at all times. * Oversee food production processes, ensuring efficiency and consistency in all dishes prepared. * Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. * Help in menu planning and development, contributing creative ideas for seasonal offerings. * Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering supplies as needed to maintain stock levels. * Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, ensuring all equipment is properly maintained. Experience: * Proven experience as a Sous / Senior Sous Chef or in a similar role within a fast-paced restaurant environment. * Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen management practices. * Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team effectively. * Excellent organisational skills with a keen attention to detail in food presentation and quality control. * A passion for hospitality and creating exceptional dining experiences for guests. * Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure and professionalism. NVQ Level 2 & 3 required and experience in high volume function food. 40 hours a week - 5 days over 7 - includes week-ends The salary for Senior Sous Chef is given as £40,000 / per annum. Benefits company pension, discounted or free food, on site free parking, on site gym Transport will be required due to the location and shifts if you are living in the local area. N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy Please send an up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae. We look forward to receiving all applications however due to the high number of applications we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However, for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

This role has a starting salary of £16.93 per hour (comprising £14.72 per hour plus £2.21 holiday entitlement). We are excited to be hiring bank Kitchen Lead / Cooks to join our fantastic team, leading kitchen shifts at Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD). We are offering flexible bank contracts and are especially keen to hear from individuals who can work evening shifts. These shifts are within the hours of 1pm - 8pm. Our centres are located: High Ashurst, Mickleham Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6DQ Henley Fort, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4RH Thames Young Mariners, Ham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7RXHigh Ashurst and Henley Fort are in remote locations. There are few options for public transport and therefore you will need to be self-sufficient in journeying to the centres. Please confirm your preferred location when applying. Our Offer to You Playing a valuable part in the outdoor learning experience of our guests Working amongst a friendly and dynamic team Working with a range of customers and projects Working at 3 unique centres in beautiful locations An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesAbout the Role This is an exciting role for individuals who will motivate, lead and support our kitchen team to deliver high quality, tasty homecooked food. You will lead the team to prepare, cook and serve, ensuring smooth and safe operations. Each day is different, so adaptability is key to meet the changing needs of our groups. Our guests range from school children through to families and adult groups. From time to time we deliver themed events which will allow you to bring your creative skills to life. Serving and cooking outdoors are all a part of these exciting events which add to the variety of the role. Other areas of responsibility include staff mentoring, ordering, menu planning and stock control. Shifts are set one month in advance with early shifts starting at 6am and late shifts finishing usually no later than 8pm. The centres are open all week with some weekend work and generally no Sunday evenings. To get a flavour of what it's like working at SOLD, have a look at Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with Positive and motivating leadership skills with effective communication Holder of / working towards Food Hygiene L3 Excellent craft skills Experience of cooking for large groups and catering for a wide range of needs Experience of adapting to special diets / allergens Excellent planning and time management skills with ability to work using own initiative Positive and solution focussedAs part of your application you will be asked to submit a CV and answer the following questions: Why did you apply for this role? Please describe what key skills and experience you have that are relevant for this role. What is the average number of meals you have catered for in a sitting? How do you describe your style of cooking?Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Robin Ridsdale by e-mail, to arrange a convenient time or you can call (phone number removed) to leave a message. The this is a rolling advert and applications will be checked regularly. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs

Night Duty Manager (this role also includes some Night Porter duties) required for a hotel located in the Betchworth area. TRANSPORT WILL BE REQUIRED due to the shift start and finish times and location. As the hotel Night Duty Manager, you will be working 5 nights over 7, generally working from around 23.00h start to 07.00h. The hotel is a 365 day a year operation and it is essential that candidates have a flexible approach to work, which will include working on public holidays on a rota, with a day off in lieu should you do so. Purpose of Role: This is a pivotal role in the role on nights, managing the hotel operations throughout the night, reporting to, and assisting the Operations Manager and General Manager to ensure excellent customer service for all our guests and maintain the high standards implemented in the running of this hotel. The key objective is to ensure that guests enjoy a peaceful nights sleep by looking after hotel safety and guest welfare. You will also assist in setting up and servicing the event / conference rooms and perform a variety of general guest assistance and porter duties. Your role will involve reception duties where you will provide a welcoming, warm, friendly, hospitable and efficient service ensuring that excellent customer service is provided at all times to ensure a lasting impression to all guests arriving and departing from the hotel. Security of the building will include checks throughout the night on a regular basis to ensure / comply with health and safety management. Some basic food and beverage service assistance out of normal service hours may be required, conference set up / some cleaning duties may be involved to ensure the hotel is ready for the next day’s business. Duties & Responsibilities of the role of Night Duty Manager: • To manage the reception department during the night and take on all reception duties., • To attend to any guests needs efficiently and effectively, and to ensure the building is secure/locked at night., • Check in late arrivals and check out early departures in line with hotel procedures, • To answer any calls/emails and to take effective message, • To attend to all late night guest requests., • To ensure all access to the hotel is secure and perform any related security jobs as required overnight., • Ensure set up of the hotel for the day's next business, • Perform all pre & post night audit duties, • Collect all overnight breakfast orders and relay to early kitchen staff., • Identify and remove potential H & S hazards, • Liaise with the management team to see what areas need cleaning during the shift., • To have extensive knowledge of all hotel facilities The list of duties is not exhaustive of the job requirements and may be subject to change at any time. About you: • Enjoy working and dealing with the public and being part of a team, • Be confident, pleasant and an excellent articulate communicator, able to stay calm under pressure and remain courteous when dealing with difficult situations, • Have an excellent level of customer service skills., • Be a positive and ambitious professional. Additional details: • Be able to move and set up furniture within the meetings and events rooms for set up for the morning business., • Be able to work on your own on shift at certain times of the working week. The salary for Hotel Night Duty Manager (Night Porter duties also) is given as £26,436.80 / per annum / 40 hr week. Plus a potential 10% incentive scheme post probation period, and other company benefits. Live out. Transport would be desirable due to location and the shift work. N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy Please send an up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae. We look forward to receiving all applications however due to the high number of applications we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Cornwall Staff Agency is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join a prestigious hotel, spa, and country estate near St Austell, UK. The role involves leading kitchen operations, supporting menu development, and ensuring high standards in food quality. A supportive and creative environment awaits, with a

Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen operations, preparing food items, and addressing client complaints.

A Mediterranean restaurant is seeking a Brunch Chef to join its vibrant kitchen in Greater London.

In this role, you'll prepare and cook a variety of dishes while ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene in the kitchen.

You will not only support the Sous/Head Chef in the day to day running of the venue but also act as a mentor to the junior kitchen brigade. To assist in the training of junior staff.

This role involves support across restaurant, kitchen, bar, housekeeping, and reception departments. Ideal candidates should have experience as a commis chef or kitchen porter, strong teamwork, and communication skills. A hospitality staffing agency in South Lakeland is seeking a General Assistant.

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

Washing pots, pans and any other kitchen equipment's. Hold the kitchen work areas in accordance with HACCP regulations.

Great food in the workplace isn’t simply about fuel.It’s about increasing productivity and improving performance; it’s about happy motivated people and inspiring environments.Our customers are at the heart of everything we do – we live to bring food and people together.We are brave, bold and

Ensure all products entering and leaving the kitchens are to the set Grantley standards. Assist the Head Chef in the day to day running of the kitchen.

Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported. Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.

Assisting the brigade in the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operation. Demonstrating a committed approach to supporting the development of creative menus and service in the kitchen. A thorough understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen.

Demonstrating a committed approach to supporting the development of creative menus and service in the kitchen. A thorough understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen. Relish the pressure of the kitchen environment.

Supporting with all kitchen organisation, stocking, and cleaning responsibilities.

Relish the pressure of the kitchen environment. Managing the brigade ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operation. Demonstrating a committed approach to the development of creative menus and service in the kitchen.

Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.

Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence. Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK.

Fixed Term Team Member vacancy at GAIL's GATWICK!.Disclaimer: This is a fixed-term contract, available to start immediately and running until 31st August, making it a great summer opportunity.If you love interacting with customers daily and giving service with a smile, then please read on!.We are lo

Strong kitchen management skills.

Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff management. Supervise and train kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and cooking processes. Maintain food safety and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen.

Premium Pub - Full or Part Time + Tips + 70% off meals + Training + Consistent hours.Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of superb destination food pubs, and dating back to the 17th century, the Gardeners Arms is how we all imagine a country pub should be - cosy in the winter, with roaring log f

As Sous Chef you will work as part of the kitchen management team, supporting and working alongside the Head Chef to maximise sales and profit, delivering every dish to the required specification, controlling all costs and ensuring all areas of compliance are adhered to.

Our Pastry Sous Chef will support the Pastry Head Chef, overseeing the Pastry Kitchen operations of our deli. Continuously assessing and improving kitchen processes to enhance efficiency and quality. Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.

Our family of staff are carefully selected for their compassionate nature and their passion for the role, as well as their qualifications.

The Gatekeeper is looking for a Senior Addition to its small but passionate kitchen team.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we recognise that an outstanding Head Chef is the main ingredient in our successful kitchen. You will lead the team to deliver an outstanding menu by training, motivating, and encouraging your team to be the best they can whilst maintaining an eff

We build our kitchen teams on the foundations of 'trust, honesty and reliability', and we value teamwork, training, comradery and passion. We are looking for like minded chefs, with cooking abilities of all levels to join the team in a fast paced kitchen environment.

The ideal Sous will already have experience in a similar busy kitchen and use their skills to assist in the effective management, motivation, standards, and development of all Kitchen employees. We need a Chef that loves the buzz of a busy kitchen, likes to understand the local's palette and can

Chef required for our busy restaurant situated at Standing Stones Lodge.This roll is to work alongside our existing Head Chef and to cover shift patterns working alone when required.Due to the remote location of our restaurant it is desired that the ideal candidate holds a valid driving license.Pay

Staff food provided while on duty.

If you are looking for the next challenge in a learning and nurturing environment and have a keen interest in baking, butchery, game, nose to tail cooking and sustainability, please check us out.We are a busy Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Moira.Additional tronc £5000 - £6000 per annu

Premium Pub - Full Time (18+) + Tips + 70% off meals + Training + Flexible shifts.Black Swan - Glorious 19th Century Pub.Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of fabulous food pubs, and located just 1 mile from the M23 and Pease Pottage services, the Black Swan is the perfect example of a quality

Lead and supervise the kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive working environment. Manage food preparation and cooking processes across all sections of the kitchen. Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, implementing best practices throughout the kitchen.

Our Kitchen facilities are equally impressive spacious and furnished with modern catering providing a *first-class environment for our Chefs to flourish. A good understanding of health and safety and food hygiene standards is essential, you should enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in yo

Closing date: 01-05-2026 Customer Team Member Location: 2 Oak Street , Windermere, LA23 1EN Pay: £13.Contract: 16 hours per week regular overtime, 4 month seasonal temporary contract, part time Working pattern: A mix of opening, closing, and mid‑day shifts, with flexibility across the week inclu

Apprentice Chef The Army - United Kingdom From £26,334 a year Catering with impact.As a full-time soldier, entry-level Chef in the British Army, youll: Provide everything from fine dining and state banquets to humanitarian aid and disaster relief Be part of a highly respected, specialist team Give