We have a position for a Head Chef with solid proven “Fresh Food” experience to take over the running and management of our busy kitchen. You must be a strong communicator who is approachable across all levels. You must be reliable and dedicated to exceeding expectations. Our ideal candidate will be up to date with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S & legal regulations. You can deliver proven experience supporting, coaching, and developing our small and effective team. You should have a full understanding of Kitchen Management & food safety. We are looking for proven experience of stock taking & waste management with the ability to adapt and learn new systems and operating procedures. Ideally holding level 3 Food Safety qualification An ambassador of the company’s values, always working within the code of conduct. Be happy to work closely with the rest of the kitchen team and have the ambition to take this pub & restaurant and private events operation, to the next level.
• Determine staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements, • Handles ad hoc queries across the long leasehold and short leasehold portfolio, • Manage lease events such as renewals, liaising with the director, • Arrange viewings with potential tenants, draft tenancy agreements, arrange tenancy checks and protection of deposits and become point of contact for the tenant during the tenancy of property, • Arrange tradeperson if the property needs any repairs and maintenance, • Oversee arrears cases, including covenant amendments and disputes, • Manage general upkeep, maintenance and security of the property’s amenities, • Make sure that the amenities meet health and safety standards and legal requirements, • Examine and assess housing applications, advises on rent levels, investigate complaints and liaise with tenants’ association and social workers to resolve any issues as required, • Oversees the support services of a business, such as catering, IT, utilities and physical environment, • Advises on energy efficiency of the property standards as required by the law, • Discusses client’s requirements and may advise client on the purchase of property and land for further portfolio expansion purposes., • Conduct property viewings on behalf of the client to purchase new properties and look after the process of purchase completion, property refurbishment if needed and furnishing of the property., • Conduct or arrange for surveys of properties including valuation survey and structural survey, • Get builder quotes, architects' quotes, solicitor quotes, furnishing quotes, • Arrange for project management of the property refurbishments and regularly update the client on progress, • Liaise with the building regulation team, planning department at councils, HMO license officers etc., • Maintains or arranges for the maintenance of estate accounts and records and produces financial forecasts
Focus Findings is recruiting full- and part-time Family Support Workers in Basildon, Harlow, Chelmsford, Southend-on-sea, Colchester, Clacton-on-Sea and surrounding areas. Job Description for Family Support Worker Family support workers help families with long and short-term difficulties. The main duties of the role would include: • Work one-on-one with vulnerable families to reduce inequalities between those in greatest need and their peers., • Facilitating the delivery of targeted support groups and parenting programmes., • Competently and accurately record observations on case management systems with an awareness that the information you supply may be used in legal proceedings. In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of: • Working with parents with specific vulnerabilities that impact their child/ren; including (but not limited to); low income, domestic abuse, substance misuse, anti-social and criminal behaviour, and transient families., • Assessing complex safeguarding and welfare issues for children and vulnerable adults., • Support to families with children with additional needs, • Respite care for families with children with additional needs, • Child development across the ages, with a particular emphasis on children with additional needs, disabilities, specific educational needs, adult and child mental health, and those with protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010., • Evidence-based practice and the ability to apply this to inform practice. What we look for: • Driver's license and a vehicle, • Caring and empathetic attitude, • Good communication skills, • Willingness to learn, • Self-motivated, well organized & reliable
WHY BLACKLOCK All our restaurants have been voted in the Top 100 restaurants in the UK but, most importantly, are happy places to work that put our people first. We focus on building meaningful careers for our teams whilst serving the very best of British produce alongside genuine hospitality from people who care. As a certified B-Corp, we aspire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be true to themselves, feel genuinely cared for and have equal opportunities for growth and progression. We are committed to building a diverse team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, which in turn elevates our philosophy even further - to ensure that Everyone leaves happy, including you!! OUR OFFER TO YOU At Blacklock, our team’s welfare and happiness always comes first. We value the importance of work-life balance and here are some of the benefits and welfare that we offer to our team members: Blacklock Experience-for-two at one of our restaurants to celebrate passing your probation 1,3,5 year anniversary gifts including a weekend away and fully paid sabbatical to celebrate your bigger mile stones with us! 50% off food in all our restaurants (up to 4 people) 30 days' holiday (28 statutory plus an extra day on your birthday and company holiday for Blackstock) Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave Charity day – we’ll pay you while you help others (optional volunteering day each year) Christmas and New Year’s Day off (we are closed 24th-26th Dec and 1st Jan) Family meal and soft drinks when at work Cycle and Tech Schemes, 'Extras' Discounts Cost price chops and wine 2 days paid Paw-ternity to look after your first puppy Free mortgage advice Face-to-face counselling support, legal advice and hardship grants through our Employee Assistance Programme We’ll invest in your training and development and help you set a clear career path for a promotion Last but not least, we have awesome team parties including Blackstock, our annual company festival! YOUR ROLE AS A BAR MANAGER We are looking for an experienced Bar Manager with outstanding hospitality and leadership skills to join us at Blacklock. Someone who is people focused, passionate about what we do and how we do it, and genuinely cares about the experience of guests and our team alike. Some of what will be expected from the role: Lead from the front: Own the bar operation, run smooth and energetic shifts, and create the atmosphere we’re known for. Grow a brilliant team: Recruit, train and develop a high-performing bar team, championing wellbeing and progression. Deliver great hospitality: Keep our drinks specs sharp, our service tighter, and guest experience consistently exceptional Own the drinks: Be our go-to drinks expert, leading tastings, training, and seasonal menu rollouts. Performance & people: Support with ER, reviews, recognition, and developing future leaders. Stay sharp on compliance: Ensure food safety, health & safety, allergen and licensing standards are always spot on. Keep it sustainable: Drive our B-Corp goals and promote planet-friendly practices every day. Watch the numbers: Monitor GP, stock, labour and wastage to keep things efficient and on budget. Build Local Links: Connect with nearby businesses and the community to grow our reach and reputation. Create the Blacklock ambiance: From lighting to playlists to pour quality, make the bar feel like the best seat in the house. If you like the sound of what you’ve read and reckon Blacklock could be your kind of place, we’d love to hear from you!