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Deputy Group Chef \n Location: Field-based across Chef West Sussex South London Reading Surrey (Head Office: Mundells, Welwyn Garden City) \n Salary: £17.55 per hour (£27,023 per annum) \n Hours: 35 hours per week \n Schedule: Term Time Only plus 3 inset days (38.6 weeks) \n Reports to: Group Chef \n HCL are leading contract caterers with a focus on school feeding. We have a commitment to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and engaging food experiences for children and staff across our primary schools, secondary schools, and commercial sites. We pride ourselves on our dynamic culture and our commitment to excellence. \n The Deputy Group Chef plays a critical role in ensuring kitchens remain fully staffed, operational, and deliver high-quality food and service safely across multiple education sites. This position supports the Group Chef by managing the mobile workforce, supporting compliance with food safety and operational standards, and assisting with kitchen mobilisations and community engagement activities. \n Key Responsibilities for Deputy Group Chef \n Workforce Planning & Deployment \n Assist with the deployment of a mobile catering team, to ensure kitchens remain fully staffed. Help plan rotas, coordinate cover, and work alongside with Group Chef to anticipate staffing needs. \n People Management \n Work in partnership with the Group Chef to support and develop a mobile workforce, including line management responsibilities. Assist with training, performance, and absence management, ensuring HR compliance. \n Operational Support \n Provide hands-on kitchen support when needed, maintain food quality standards, and monitor performance (food cost, labour, waste). Support site engagement activities and digital systems. \n Compliance & Safety \n Ensure high standards in Food Safety, Health & Safety, and allergen management across all sites. \n Recruitment & Retention \n Assist with the recruitment and retention of mobile team members, contributing to wider site recruitment and engagement initiatives. \n Mobilisation Support \n Assist with new site set-ups and transitions, including equipment, onboarding, and systems implementation. \n About You as a Deputy Group Chef \n\n • Experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager (multi-site/mobile preferred)\n, • Strong leadership and team management skills\n, • Solid knowledge of food safety, H&S, and allergens\n, • Organised, adaptable, and able to work across multiple locations\n, • Passionate about food quality and customer service\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel\n\n Apply Now \n If you’re a proactive Deputy Group Chef who enjoys working alongside senior leadership, supporting teams, and upholding high standards while delivering great food and customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Group Chef \n Location: Field-based across West Sussex South London Reading Surrey (Head Office: Mundells, Welwyn Garden City) \n Salary Range: £36,857 - £38,122 per annum (DOE) \n Hours: 35 per week Term Time + 1 week 40 weeks per year \n Reports to: Senior Operations Manager \n HCL are leading contract caterers with a focus on school feeding. We have a commitment to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and engaging food experiences for children and staff across our primary schools, secondary schools, and commercial sites. We pride ourselves on our dynamic culture and our commitment to excellence. \n The Group Chef plays a critical role in ensuring kitchens remain fully staffed, operational, and deliver high-quality food and service safely across multiple education sites. This position supports the Senior Operations Manager by managing the mobile workforce, supporting compliance with food safety and operational standards, and assisting with kitchen mobilisations and community engagement activities. Key Responsibilities for Group Chef \n Workforce Planning & Deployment \n Manage and deploy a mobile catering team to ensure kitchens remain fully staffed. Plan rotas, coordinate cover, and work with senior managers to anticipate staffing needs. \n People Management \n Lead, support, and develop a mobile workforce, including line management responsibilities. Oversee training, performance, and absence management, ensuring HR compliance. \n Operational Support \n Provide hands-on kitchen support when needed, maintain food quality standards, and monitor performance (food cost, labour, waste). Support site engagement activities and digital systems. \n Compliance & Safety \n Ensure high standards in Food Safety, Health & Safety, and allergen management across all sites. \n Recruitment & Retention \n Recruit and retain mobile team members, supporting wider site recruitment and engagement initiatives. \n Mobilisation Support \n Assist with new site set-ups and transitions, including equipment, onboarding, and systems implementation. \n About You as a Group Chef \n\n • Experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager (multi-site/mobile preferred)\n, • Strong leadership and team management skills\n, • Solid knowledge of food safety, H&S, and allergens\n, • Organised, adaptable, and able to work across multiple locations\n, • Passionate about food quality and customer service\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel\n\n Apply Now \n If you’re a forward-thinking Group Chef who thrives on leading teams, driving high standards, and delivering exceptional food and customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you..

We are hiring for a Catering Assistant at Katesgrove Primary School to perform a variety of food production tasks along with food service in our schools. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across t

Regional Safety Business Partner Thames Valley / Surrey / West London Area Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we're more than just a school caterer. We're on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly learning, evolving, and improving — every way, every day. We one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The Regional Safety Business Partners play a vital role in ensuring those meals are produced safely and our colleagues go home safely every day. We're looking for an experienced safety professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and influencing positive change. Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Role…

We're recruiting an experienced Catering 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 part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week. As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year Could you shine as Chartwells's next Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: • Preparing delicious food to the highest standards, • Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service, • Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans, • Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets, • Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image, • Ident...

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We're looking for people who are passionate about great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Area Chef Manager School Location: Reading, THatcham, Farnham & surrounding areas Working Days: Monday to Friday (some weekends) Shifts & Working hours: 7am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 52 weeks per year (5 weeks holiday) Pay Details: £40,000 per Annum plus car allowance of £3840 per year (£320 per month) As a Area Chef Manager, you will be supporting the operations team, cobering sites, mobilising and training. you'll take full responsibility for running a high-spec kitchen, serving fresh, seasonal meals to students every day at our independ...

Seeking a Head Teacher for a new school catering to students aged 5-18 with complex special educational needs. Responsibilities include educational leadership, safeguarding, curriculum adaptation, pastoral care, staff development, and community engagement.

As an Area Catering Manager, your purpose is to develop and lead a team of managers within a geographical region.

School Catering Assistant - Full-Time (5 Days per Week). Are you an experienced catering professional looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming school environment? We are seeking a dedicated. Previous experience in school or commercial catering is essential.

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. Our ideal Catering Assistant will:.

What the School Is Looking For Previous catering or kitchen experience preferred but not essential Knowledge of food hygiene and safety procedures (training can be provided) Reliable, punctual, and hardworking approach Ability to work well as part of a team Friendly and professional manner Why Join

Catering Assistant – Outstanding Primary School, Camden Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School information: This is a well-established, Outstanding Ofsted Rated Primary School in Camden, London with a strong commitment to high standards, pupil w

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people.Y

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. St Christopher's Primary School, Red Lodge.

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people.Y

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 52-week non-sessional post i.To assist in the provision of a high quality cleaning service within Council buildings.Please download the Job Outline/Pers

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 12.You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people.You'll get given

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working.As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing grea

Do you have a passion for food? The National Trust is renowned for its food and hospitality.We run 185 cafes all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and we'd love you to be a part of it.We’re looking for a Cook to join us.Because we are in a rural area, please think about how you’d be able

Assist supervisors providing Catering service throughout the authority in schools, or working alone in adult day care and housing with care units.

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too.It's a chance to bring your dedicatio

Assist supervisors providing Catering service throughout the authority in schools, or working alone in adult day care and housing with care units.

Full-Time / Part-Time / Seasonal.At Haven, we love cooking - and we know you do too.If you're passionate about preparing quality food that people remember, in a vibrant and supportive kitchen, we'd love to have you on board.As a Chef at Haven, you'll play a key role in delivering memorable dining ex

Assistant Head Chef - UK - Wokingham.Having the ability to run the kitchen in the head chefs absence.Understanding the need for great leadership and having an unparalleled passion for food.Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included).Never go hungry with free & heav

Kitchen Manager/Head Chef - Lancashire.Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Kitchen Team Manager! Lead with passion and skill to create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests, ensuring top-quality service and exceptional meals.As the Kitchen Manager, you'll be at the heart of an energ

Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group?.Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do.W e are on the look out for a passionate Chef to join our team!.You'll learn new skills, work with great people and be an integral part of our f

With over 40 years’ experience in the industry, we offer a unique ski experience to budding skiers from all over the world with school and youth groups at the heart of our business. At Skibound, we offer our school guests a set menu over the course of their stay, with cold buffet options available

Chef de Partie - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026.Seasonal Contract | May - October 2026 | Zakynthos, Greece.The Peligoni Club is a family-run members club on the beautiful island of Zakynthos, Greece.Our food offering is a central part of the guest experience, delivered across a collection

At Skibound, we offer our school guests a set menu over the course of their stay, with cold buffet options available for breakfast, a buffet style lunch with anything from soups, salads, jacket potatoes, marinated chicken wings and build-your-own-sandwiches and a 2 course sit down evening meal. Trav

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. We are looking for an Assistant Chef at St Johns Primary School, Reading who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally

As part of the Back of House team you could be making salads, desserts, pasta or pizza in the theatre of the open kitchen, prepping and organising to make a great shift.Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included).Never go hungry with free & heavily discounted menu

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. To be the main point of contact for our client in your school ensuring that regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemente

Head Chef - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026.Seasonal Contract | May - October 2026 | Zakynthos, Greece.The Peligoni Club is a family-run members club on the stunning island of Zakynthos, Greece.Our kitchens deliver a varied and exciting food offering across multiple restaurants, each with

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Individual Restaurants has an exciting opportunity for a Chef De Partie.When you join Individual Restaurants, you’re not just joining one team.You’re joining a collection of leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food.Explore roles across our colle

As well as your energy and enthusiasm for food, a year’s experience in catering, an NVQ Level 2 or QCF equivalent in food & hygiene or catering services, working knowledge of health & safety and awareness of waste disposal & infection control are a big advantage.

With over 40 years’ experience in the industry, we offer a unique ski experience to budding skiers from all over the world with school and youth groups at the heart of our business. At Skibound, we offer our school guests a set menu over the course of their stay, with cold buffet options available

Assistant Head Chef - UK - Marlow.Having the ability to run the kitchen in the head chefs absence.Understanding the need for great leadership and having an unparalleled passion for food.Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included).Never go hungry with free & heavily

As well as your energy and enthusiasm for food, a year’s experience in catering, an NVQ Level 2 or QCF equivalent in food & hygiene or catering services, working knowledge of health & safety and awareness of waste disposal & infection control are a big advantage.

As a Executive Chef Manager, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding experience for our school. By developing a great working relationship with clients, team and customers alike you will be able to ensure the catering contract you are part of is always grow

Individual Restaurants has an exciting opportunity for a Chef De Partie.When you join Individual Restaurants, you’re not just joining one team.You’re joining a collection of leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food.Explore roles across our colle

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Russett School, Northwhich who wants to ensure our future

Note: We Do Not Offer Sponsorship.Komplex Care stands at the forefront of national care provision, delivering nurse-led care in the comfort of our clients' homes.Our mission? To empower individuals to lead fulfilling and dignified lives.With a focus on specialist complex care for both adults and chi

Start your journey in a rewarding career, Join Komplex Care! .Job Title: Care Assistant - Team Leader.Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.Note: At present, we’re only able to progress applications from candidates who hold existing work authorisation for the UK.Komplex Care stands at the forefront