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Remarkable Futures Start Here Nursery: Wilmere Lane Nursery School, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5URHours: Part Time, Monday to Friday 12.30am - 4.30pm, 20 hours per week Salary: £12.71 per hour Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more. Every day at Wilmere Lane, we inspire our children to be inquisitive, imaginative and confident learners through our carefully designed learning environments. For over 20 years, we’ve welcomed and nurtured children who go on to spend many happy years imagining, discovering, and exploring with us. Our cosy, home-from-home atmosphere creates a sense of comfort, togetherness, and well-being—helping children to feel secure, content and ready to thrive. Our passionate, experienced team brings a wealth of early years knowledge. We understand that every child is unique, with their own story to tell, so we tailor our approach to support each child in a way—and at a pace—that’s just right for them. Our children enjoy dedicated time in our large garden, where a range of outdoor experiences help them connect with nature and grow in confidence. Indoors, our calming and nurturing spaces are designed to support babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers alike. Mealtimes are a warm and social part of the day, with our children helping to serve healthy, home-cooked meals in a relaxed setting that encourages independence and community. Who & What is Storal? It’s our collective group of Nurseries that we are happily a part of here at Wilmere Lane. Storal stands for high quality outcomes for children and are passionate about Early Years. Bringing your whole self is a must if that’s pink hair, being Neurospicy or having a unique pastime, we encourage it all. Your unique self is what makes our Nursery even better. Check out our website to learn about our leaders and the expertise they bring to our Storal community. About you You have a solid understanding of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH and you're looking for a new role in a fun, friendly team, where you can thrive and make the most of your culinary skills. What you'll be doingAs a Kitchen Assistant, you will be working closely with the Nursery Cook, you’ll assist in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals while maintaining the highest standards of safety and hygiene in the nursery kitchen at all times. Your flexibility and reliability will ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen. Day to day you will find yourself; * Catering for children with specific dietary needs * Working to an extremely high level when it comes to the relevant Food and Hygiene, Chartered Institute of Environmental Health-Food Safety, Health and Safety and Ofsted guidelines and regulations * Ensuring that all children are kept safe and have rich stimulating eating experiences * Maintaining stock levels and ensuring stock rotation * Following COSHH and other relevant guidelines * Deputising for the Cook in all absences with the expectation of deputising full time when this is required What you'll need * Level 2 Food and Hygiene * Experience in a commercial kitchen as an assistant cook/chef or something very similar * Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH Why work for us: For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters -Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness -Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development -Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community -Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. Enhanced DBS check and subscription to the DBS Update Service We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. Curious to know more? We’d love to tell you more about what makes Wilmere Lane so special. Storal is the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment the encourages feedback-discussion-resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a through compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS.

Taylor Shaw - Great Food, Bright Futures At Richmond Hill Academy, part of Taylor Shaw , we believe healthy food fuels young minds , and we're passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness - because we know young people deserve the best. Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references. What you'll be doing... As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients. Motivating and managing a team Controlling and managing a budget Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 7:00am - 14:00pm | 35 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only Job ID: 5297 Salary: £15.37 Per Hour | £24,000 Per Annum What can you bring? Genuine interest in customer service excellence Focused on the front line Proven team leader experience Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised Previous experience within catering desirable Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you: Free, tasty meals • Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Flexible working, • including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule. Plenty of Time to Unwind, • Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar. Leave for life's important moments, • whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time, • paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow, • career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first, • mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security, • pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts, • save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage. Why You'll Love Working Here We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day. And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed. Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help! Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat! TPBN1_UKCT

Recruiting for a well established organisation for a chef to work late shift 12.30 til 9pm Monday to Friday, the shifts do come with bank holiday cover. This is working for a corporate organisation and will be cooking for on site staff You must have previous experience and could be ideal for school cook experience You must have your own smart chef whites, chef knives and safety shoes along with allergens and food safety Level 2 certification CAT/HS

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. The role… Job Title: Cook Manager School Location: Meadowsfield Primary School, LS9 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am-2pm (30 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £19,930.50 per Annum What will I be doing? As a Cook Manager , you'll lead a friendly kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to students each day. This is a hands-on management role, where you'll oversee the kitchen, support your team, and ensure smooth service. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school Planning menus, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Liaising directly with onsite clients and stakeholders Ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently We're not in the business of making school food—we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Cook/Chef Manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for food. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Skilled in preparing fresh, seasonal food Strong people management and team leadership skills Good organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations If you're enthusiastic about cooking and leading a team to deliver quality food, we want to hear from you. What's in it for you? This role offers an excellent work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meal on shift and provided uniform Plus: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives, including chances to win shopping vouchers You'll also have the chance to help children explore healthy eating and build positive food habits that last a lifetime. Next steps If this sounds like the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test & kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT

Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Job Reference: com/2904/H65201/52752835/BU #State Schools. We're currently recruiting an ambitio

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Commis Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week. As a Commis Chef, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culin

Collaborate with Chefs in Schools to develop innovative recipes and themed menus. Work collaboratively with school staff, pupils, and parents to promote the school’s Food Vision. In undertaking this role, the post holder shall ensure that all duties are carried out with due regard to the school’

A leading education sector catering company is seeking a Chef Manager for Redwood Primary School in Derby.

An independent school in the UK is seeking a temporary Chef de Partie to assist in catering for boarding students.

Lodestone House in Bedford is seeking a passionate Hospitality Chef responsible for the planning, preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality food for independent schools. Ideal candidates will have a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, and experience in a similar Chef role.

Join a leading independent catering company serving schools and workplaces across the UK. Chef de Parties in Richmond Hill, London.

Estates Team and support the maintenance and development of our beautiful school grounds. If you are someone who takes genuine satisfaction in a job well done and would enjoy working as part of a supportive, close-knit team in stunning school grounds, we would be delighted to hear from you. Teaching

A leading catering service provider is seeking an experienced Chef Manager in Greater London.

Chartwells in the North East of England is seeking an experienced Catering Manager who will manage catering operations and ensure exceptional food and customer service on a part-time basis.Candidates must have at least two years of catering experience and a passion for food.The role includes supervi

A nursery school culinary team is seeking an experienced Chef/Cook to prepare and cook a variety of nutritious dishes for children.

A leading catering service provider in Greater London is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to oversee Compass Group UK&I catering operations.

Sous Chef for their school catering teams in the United Kingdom.

Executive Head Chef for their prestigious location in Somerset. Ideal candidates should have Head Chef experience in a fast-paced environment and hold relevant culinary qualifications.

A catering company is seeking a Chef Manager for Nolington School in Waltham Forest.

An education catering company in Dacorum is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead their kitchen team in a new school location. Enjoy a work-life balance with daytime hours and all school holidays off.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. Safer recruitment: The Perse School recognises that an important element in safeguarding pupils is a robust recruitment process that incorporates measures to deter, reject or iden

Proven experience in a role as Executive Chef or Head Chef being able to demonstrate a track record of catering for large numbers and making the customer feel that their meal has been individually prepared for them. The Executive Chef will plan, organise and direct the preparation and cooking of foo

Coast and Vale Learning Trust is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their team at Harrow School in Greater London.

We are looking for a talented and experienced Chef De Partie to join our catering team at this prestigious Independent School based in Westminster. Chef De Partie - Westminster School. Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is the leading provider of catering and support services to Indepen

The role operates 7 days a week in a vibrant school environment serving up to 1,300 students.

Fixed Term contract in the first instance with the view to becoming Permanent for the right candidate.We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic Cook to lead and motivate a kitchen team to deliver first‑class catering to around 750 children and adults per day.Applicants must have superb craft a

A leading catering company is looking for an experienced Executive Chef to manage a large team and enhance food quality at a prestigious independent school in Bedford, England.

A notable catering company in Greater London is seeking a talented Chef De Partie to join their team. Ideal candidates will have experience at the CDP or junior sous chef level, a passion for food, and strong customer service skills.

Proven experience in a role as Executive Chef or Head Chef being able to demonstrate a track record of catering for large numbers and making the customer feel that their meal has been individually prepared for them. Our Chefs use seasonal produce, adding their own individual creativity to let the fo

A leading contract catering firm in Greater London seeks an exceptional Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations at a senior school in Bayswater.

A leading contract catering company in the UK is seeking a Chef Manager to lead operations at St James Senior Girls School, focusing on vegetarian cuisine.

Compass Group UK is looking for a talented Chef De Partie to join the catering team at Westminster School.

A leading contract caterer is seeking a Chef to join the kitchen team at a prestigious boarding school in York. This part-time role includes preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal food, serving restaurant-quality meals, and supporting the Head Chef during busy services.

A catering company is seeking a Chef Manager for King Harold School, Waltham Abbey.

A prestigious independent school in Bedford is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead their culinary team.

Oundle School is looking for a dedicated Chef to join their Catering Department.

Chef De Partie – Westminster School. We are looking for a talented and experienced Chef De Partie to join our catering team at this prestigious Independent School based in Westminster. Fantastic Opportunity-Prestigious Independent School.

A leading UK contract catering company is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to join their kitchen team in Brentwood.

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join their team at a co-educational independent school in Tetbury. As a Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality meals for students and staff, ensuring that all dietary requirements are met. If you are passion

Consults daily with Sous Chef and Executive chef on the daily requirements, functions and also about any last minute events. Coordinates daily tasks with the Sous Chef. Responsible to supervise junior chefs or commis.

Lexington-Catering seeks a Chef Manager in Nuneaton and Bedworth, responsible for managing on-site teams and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

A local council in the UK is seeking a passionate School Chef to lead and motivate a kitchen team in delivering first-class catering to approximately 750 children and adults daily.

Chartwells Independent is looking for an Executive Chef to lead a dedicated catering team in delivering high-quality food services in a prestigious environment.

A catering company for educational institutions is seeking a Chef Manager for Emmanuel Primary School in Greater London.

Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Job Reference: com/0105/40275001/52499068/BU State Schools.

As an Early Years Relief Chef, you’ll support LEYF nurseries across South East London when permanent chefs are absent. As a Chef at LEYF, you won’t just be cooking — you’ll have the chance to grow your skills through our Chef Academy, contribute to menu development, and prepare fresh, nutrit

Impact Food Group is looking for a Central Support Chef to cover chef manager absences across sites in York and the surrounding area. Candidates should have prior chef management experience, a passion for food, and excellent organisational skills.