60 Best quality control food Jobs in Watford (March 2026)

Aarvion Foods Ltd

Aarvion Foods Ltd, a Pan Asian / Chinese Restaurant, is seeking an experienced Chef to join our culinary team. We are looking for a dedicated professional with a proven track record in preparing high-quality Asian cuisine. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and standards., • Manage kitchen operations, including inventory and stock control., • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations., • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Chef, specifically within Pan Asian or Chinese cuisine., • Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen management., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

About The Bull Pen The Bull Pen is entering an exciting new chapter, with a renewed focus on seasonal cooking, quality ingredients, and a relaxed dining experience. Under new kitchen leadership, we’re rebuilding the brigade and creating a supportive, ambitious environment where chefs can grow. The Role As Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for running your section during service, supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering consistent, high-quality food. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys cooking from scratch and working as part of a close-knit team. Key responsibilities • Running your section efficiently during service, • Preparing and cooking dishes to spec and standards, • Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, • Assisting with prep, stock control, and minimising waste, • Supporting junior chefs and working collaboratively across sections, • Contributing ideas to menu development when appropriate What we’re looking for • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up, • Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients, • Calm, reliable approach during service, • Good organisational skills and attention to detail, • A positive attitude and willingness to learn What we offer • Competitive salary (DOE), • Daytime-focused service (with occasional events), • Supportive leadership and a positive kitchen culture, • Opportunities for progression and development, • Tronc/tips scheme

Location - NW11 Employment Type - Full Time Salary - £16.90 ph Hours per week - 35 Contract Type - Permanent This isn’t just catering … this is Jewish Care catering … We’re seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our team. You’ll be working in a high-spec kitchen with top-quality equipment, including Rational iCombi ovens, as well as working in an established and high-performing team. Our sociable working hours offer the perfect work-life balance and you’ll be able to make a real difference to our service users and residents through providing great quality meals and catering. Our campus locations offer a great working environment, with the opportunity to work with a diverse and brilliant team. You’ll also support in the catering for our numerous events. We strive to be an employer of choice, fostering a positive kitchen culture where staff feel valued and supported. As a result, our team members stay with us long-term, allowing us to build strong, well-established teams that work collaboratively and support one another. If you are not familiar with Kosher kitchen practices … don’t worry – full training is provided. We offer great benefits, including Free soup and sandwich during shifts Cycle to Work scheme Discounted gym membership, and shopping discounts Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support, and access to a 24/7 GP Company sick pay and 4% employer pension contributions We are seeking a culinary professional who is committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, and delicious meals to our residents, service users and their families & friends. This post is working 35 hours per week working 5 days out of 7 and will include some weekends. Shifts are either 7am to 2.30pm or 11.30am to 7pm. As the Sous Chef you will be responsible for: Ensuring we deliver an excellent service to our customers, creating an inviting and pleasant environment. Your core duties will involve: Ensuring all food produced is to the agreed standard, developing innovative approaches ensuring market trends, cultural requirements and Kashrut laws are met Ensuring all food hygiene and Health & Safety practices are monitored, met, and recorded in line with organisational policies and current legislations Working within the agreed budget, administer unit controls in line with budget and consistently seek and implement ways of improving the quality and cost effectiveness of the service Leading, motivating and encouraging team building to ensure agreed qualitative outcomes are achieved and customer service expectations are exceeded and maintained Deputising for the Head Chef in their absence and comply with their responsibilities Who are we looking for? You will ideally have previous experience working within a busy kitchen environment, working both independently and within a team. You will need: Appropriate supervisory experience and relevant qualifications pertaining to the safe delivery of Food & Hygiene or Catering Services. NVQ Level 2 or 3 Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude Experience of working to deadlines and adhering to budgetary requirements. Understands the challenge of and sensitivity needed to care and support vulnerable people

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Millennial Pub Company Ltd

Bar Manager / Supervisor

Bar Manager Independent, Growing Pub Company We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Bar Manager to join an independent pub company at an exciting stage of growth. Our focus is on delivering premium hospitality and a standout service, supported by significant investment, clear systems, and long-term ambition. Our current project is a six-figure refurbishment of a 17th-century heritage pub. The aim is to restore and celebrate the building’s original character while introducing a refined, well-run operation with a professional yet welcoming atmosphere. Our food offering is rooted in classic French and British cuisine with modern influences, delivered with consistency, quality, and care. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who takes pride in standards, enjoys building teams, and wants to be part of something built properly from the ground up. There is genuine opportunity for career progression as the business grows and acquires new sites. Overview The Bar Manager will oversee the daily operations of the bar and front-of-house service, ensuring a consistently high-quality guest experience. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a passion for hospitality, and a comprehensive understanding of food and beverage operations within a sophisticated, service-led environment. Duties • Manage daily bar operations, ensuring smooth, professional, and consistent service, • Lead, supervise, recruit, train, and develop the bar and front-of-house team, • Set and maintain service standards aligned with a quality-focused, refined operation, • Deliver excellent customer service and handle guest feedback professionally, • Oversee food and beverage service to ensure quality, presentation, and consistency, • Ensure full compliance with licensing laws, food safety regulations, and health & safety policies, • Manage stock control and ordering., • Organise rotas, training sessions, and team meetings to support a structured working environment, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation throughout service areas, • Support menu development, including cocktails, drinks lists, and food pairings, • Assist with private dining, events, and functions as the business develops, • Proven experience as a Bar Manager or in a senior supervisory role within hospitality, • Background in bars, restaurants, hotels, or service-led environments, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead by example and set standards, • Solid understanding of food and beverage service, quality control, and guest experience, • Good working knowledge of licensing, food safety, and compliance, • Experience working closely with kitchen teams is highly desirable, • Barista, cocktail, wine, or spirits knowledge is advantageous, • Excellent organisational and communication skills, • Calm, professional approach under pressure, • Salary of £35,000–£40,000 per year (DOE), • Tronc payments, • Full-time, permanent position, • A key role in a major refurbishment and relaunch, • Clear career progression as the company expands and acquires new sites, • A professional, supportive environment focused on quality, integrity, and consistency

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