Flexible Working Chef – Bright Horizons Nurseries, Manchester Location: Manchester Pay: £14.39 per hour Contract Type: Flexible / Bank Staff Hours: Ad-hoc shifts – perfect for retired chefs or those seeking occasional work Are you a retired or semi-retired chef looking to stay active in the kitchen without the commitment of full-time hours? Or perhaps you’re someone with culinary experience who enjoys the benefits of flexible working? Bright Horizons Nurseries in Manchester are looking for a Flexible Working Chefs to join our friendly team on an ad-hoc basis. This role is ideal for those who want to contribute their skills in a meaningful way while enjoying the freedom of flexible working. Purpose of Role: To prepare, cook and present age appropriate food to high standards in a clean, tidy, safe and pleasant environment. Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents at all times to support the nurseries care and education provision. Keep accurate...

Bank Chef Spire Little Aston Sutton Coldfield Bank Flexible Shifts Competitive Hourly Rate Spire Little Aston Hospital are looking for a Bank Chef to join our Catering team on a flexible bank basis. This role will cover annual leave, sickness and busy periods, with shifts available between 7am - 7pm, including some weekends. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Chef who enjoys working in a professional environment and delivering high-quality food and service to patients, staff and consultants. Duties and responsibilities: Support with the preparation and cooking of meals Deliver food service to patients, staff and visitors Assist with food orders and dietary requirements Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness Support with stock rotation and kitchen organisation Follow food safety and health & safety procedures Assist with cleaning and general kitchen duties Who we're looking for: Essential NVQ Level 2 or equivalent relevant...

About the Role We're looking for a passionate and driven Head Chef to lead our kitchen in a vibrant, fast-paced caf environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader as a Head Chef who thrives on delivering great food, inspiring a team, and running a commercially successful kitchen. You'll play a key role in shaping our client's food offering, maintaining high standards, and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently while hitting key financial targets. What You'll Be Doing Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing kitchen team Taking full ownership of kitchen operations, from prep to service Creating and evolving menus that excite our customers and suit a leisure environment Managing kitchen budgets, including food costs, labour, and waste control Driving consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes Planning staff rotas in line with business needs Building strong relationships with suppliers and managing stock...

Chef Manager Term time only - 39 weeks plus 4.3 weeks holiday Great work-life balance South Croydon 37.5 hours per week - 7:00am - 3:00pm 17 per hour - Permanent Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef Manager to lead a friendly school catering team within a primary school environment in South Croydon. This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate with previous experience in a maintained (state) school environment who is looking for a great work-life balance with daytime hours only. The Role Managing the day-to-day catering operation in a primary school Preparing and serving approximately 200 fresh meals per day Leading and supporting a team of 3 Catering Assistants Producing nutritious, well-presented meals in line with school food standards Managing menus, stock control, food safety, and hygiene compliance Maintaining high standards of service and customer care for pupils and staff The Ideal Candidate Previous experience as a Chef Manager or...

Shift: 4 on 4 off - 7am to 7pm / 3am to 3pm (Flexi start required) Pay Rate: 14.09 per hour Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Here at...

We are urgently seeking an experienced cook/housekeeper for a nursery based in Gerrards Cross (SL9). As a Nursery Cook you will be expected to:Serve delicious balanced meals that children and parents trust and in accordance with the nursery's nutritional guidance for the under-fives. Maintain a safe, clean and hygienic kitchen, always meeting food hygiene and health & safety standards Comply with all company policies around preparing and serving the food including managing various dietary requirements Your Housekeeping duties:Keep playrooms, bathrooms, and shared areas clean and hygienic, ready for busy little explorersHandle laundry and linen changes to ensure everything is fresh, tidy, and cosySupport the team with daily cleaning routines, helping maintain our high standards of careHelp us create a warm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe and nurturedBe responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation in all areas The...

Executive Chef Manager Full-Time Permanent Salary: £50,000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef Manager to lead catering operations within a prestigious day and boarding school environment, serving approximately 500 students and staff daily. The operation provides breakfast, lunch, supper, and hospitality services throughout the year, operating 52 weeks annually on a 5-out-of-7-day rota. Free on-site parking is available. Working closely with the catering and operations teams, you will oversee the smooth running of all food service operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, hospitality, and customer service. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day catering and hospitality operation. Lead and motivate the catering team to deliver excellent food and service standards. Maintain financial performance in line with agreed budgets. Develop menus and catering offers in line with current food trends...

As a Nursery Chef, you'll prepare nutritious, freshly made meals whilst 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. 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 have rich stimulating eating experiences Maintaining stock levels and ensuring stock rotation Following COSHH and other relevant guidelines Level 2 Food and Hygiene Experience in a commercial kitchen as an assistant cook/chef or something very similar Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Chef Manager Daytime hours - 40 hours per week Alternate weekends Residential Care Home 35,000 Macclesfield We are currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to join a well-established care setting offering a high-quality dining experience for its residents. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody with a strong background in higher-end care catering who is looking for a role with real autonomy, creativity, and the chance to make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives. The successful candidate will oversee the catering operation for a main residential building housing around 50 residents, as well as two smaller on-site homes accommodating a further 12 residents collectively. The Role Managing a small and supportive catering team including: Working across both kitchen operations and administration (approximately 50/50 split) Creating fresh, nutritious, and engaging menus tailored to residents' preferences Leading a...

We are urgently seeking an experienced cook/housekeeper for a nursery based in Gerrards Cross (SL9). As a Nursery Cook you will be expected to: Serve delicious balanced meals that children and parents trust and in accordance with the nursery's nutritional guidance for the under-fives. Maintain a safe, clean and hygienic kitchen, always meeting food hygiene and health & safety standards Comply with all company policies around preparing and serving the food including managing various dietary requirements Your Housekeeping duties: Keep playrooms, bathrooms, and shared areas clean and hygienic, ready for busy little explorers Handle laundry and linen changes to ensure everything is fresh, tidy, and cosy Support the team with daily cleaning routines, helping maintain our high standards of care Help us create a warm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe and nurtured Be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation in all areas...

Job Description We're looking for a Catering Assistant for a local government client in Reigate, Surrey, to assist in the preparation and serving of food, in accordance with Commercial Services policies and procedures, to defined standards and quality. Work Context This role will require the ability to work in a busy catering environment, with a high degree of physical and manual work. The role will require flexibility in work practices to meet business needs. Due to the nature of the role, there may be some exposure to extreme temperatures. The provided uniform must be worn during working hours, and there is always a requirement for a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance. Some level of cash handling may be required, depending upon the site. May be required to work unaccompanied. Within the scope of the role, you will be required to be aware of the reporting process for children, understand protection matters, and be aware of the implications of this within...

Hospitality Manager / Hotel Services Manager Spire Leicester Hospital Oadby Full Time Permanent Excellent Benefits Spire Leicester Hospital is looking for an experienced and driven Hospitality Manager to lead our hotel services team and shape an outstanding patient experience. This is a key leadership role, overseeing catering, housekeeping, portering, and front-of-house services-ensuring everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards. What You'll Be Doing: You'll take ownership of all hospitality services across the hospital, with responsibility for: Leading, motivating and developing multidisciplinary teams across catering, housekeeping and portering Delivering consistently high standards of food quality, cleanliness and customer service Working closely with senior leaders to support hospital-wide strategy and operational performance Managing budgets, KPIs and resources to deliver efficient, high-quality services Ensuring full compliance with...

Blue Arrow Derby is proud to be working in partnership with an excellent manufacturing & visitor attraction client within the Staffordshire area who are looking to recruit a Sous Chef on a full time, permanent basis to join their team. Our client is expanding their much-loved destination caf into a 200-cover operation supported by a brand-new, purpose-catering facility within their bustling retail site. This is a pivotal moment in their journey -therefore are looking for a passionate and driven Sous Chef to join and play a key role in shaping this exciting new chapter. Hours: 40 hours per week - working 5 out of 7 days a week (on a 2-week rotation with every other weekend off) 8:30am - 4:30pm with a 4:00pm finish on Sundays Salary: 14.21 p/h / 29,558 per annum - with a chance to also earn extra commission The Sous Chef will be a vital member of the kitchen team, acting as the Head Chef's right hand and taking on a wide range of responsibilities. From recipe...

Cafe Supervisor – Front of House / Hospitality A fantastic opportunity for a customer-focused hospitality professional to lead front of house operations, deliver outstanding customer service, and support a busy café environment with strong team leadership, service excellence, and operational coordination skills. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Restaurant Supervisor, Coffee Shop Manager, Catering Team Leader, Front of House Manager   SALARY: £27,052 per annum pro rata + Benefits LOCATION: Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Minimum 15 hours / up to 22.5 Hours per Week, including weekends   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Front of House Cafe Supervisor to join a busy, customer-focused hospitality team in a thriving visitor destination. This role is ideal for someone with...

Our client in Southampton is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to take charge of a busy and vibrant kitchen on a temporary basis. In this role, you will be responsible for running the kitchen operation, managing breakfast and lunch service, and leading a team of two Kitchen Assistants. While the Chef Manager may provide support from time to time, this role requires someone confident in independently overseeing kitchen operations. Key Requirements Proven experience running a kitchen independently Strong leadership and organisational skills Confident delivering breakfast and lunch service Full set of chef whites and knives Minimum Level 2 Food Safety & Health and Hygiene certification Well-presented, reliable, and professional Excellent work ethic with skills adaptable across a range of cuisines Shift Details Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 3:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Fixed weekday schedule Temporary position Start date: 5th May...

Leisure Centre Cleaner A reliable and hardworking Cleaner is required to support the smooth running of a busy leisure centre, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health and safety across all areas. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Cleaning Assistant, Domestic Assistant, Facilities Cleaner, Housekeeping Assistant, Cleaning Operative   SALARY: £24,595 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £13,294 (based on 20 hours per week) + Benefits LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire (SO30) – Fully Site Based JOB TYPE: Part-Time, 1 Year Fixed Term Contract WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday 5:30am – 9:30am, 20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Leisure Centre Cleaner to join a busy and welcoming environment on a fixed-term basis. The Leisure Centre Cleaner will play a key role in maintaining...

Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef We have an excellent opportunity in a Central London Hotel for a Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef to develop culinary skills in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations within a fast-paced hospitality environment focused on quality, hygiene, and service. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Line Cook, Trainee Chef, Food Preparation Assistant, Catering Assistant, Junior Chef   SALARY: Competitive LOCATION: Central London JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef looking to build a long-term career within a professional kitchen environment. Working as a Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef you will support senior chefs with food preparation, cooking, and service delivery, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, presentation, and kitchen operations are...

Chef (Permanent) Key Responsibilities: Oversee the smooth operation of the kitchen. Prepare and cook a variety of hot and cold dishes as required. Participate in menu planning and selection of ingredients. Purchase meats and other produce as requested. Receive and store food supplies appropriately. Ensure meals meet dietary specifications and are well-presented. Maintain food storage in temperature-controlled environments, discarding items past their expiry date. Adhere to health and safety standards in all food preparation and kitchen areas. Operate kitchen equipment such as grills and fryers. Keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and well-organised. Place timely orders for all necessary food supplies. Manage the inventory of fine dining tableware, ordering replacements when necessary. Comply with all relevant health and safety regulations. Any tasks or responsibilities as requested by management within the scope of the position. Knowledge and Skills: Previous...