Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Wedding Executive to join the sales and events team at a prestigious hotel in Kent. You will play a key role in coordinating weddings and social events, managing client enquiries and delivering exceptional experiences from the initial enquiry through to the big day.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with previous hotel, wedding venue or event sales experience who is passionate about creating memorable occasions and driving business.

Responsibilities

• Manage wedding and social event enquiries from initial contact through to booking.

• Build strong relationships with couples and clients, understanding their requirements and delivering tailored event solutions.

• Conduct venue viewings and showcase the hotel's wedding facilities.

• Prepare proposals, quotations, contracts and event documentation.

• Coordinate wedding arrangements, ensuring all details are accurately communicated to the relevant departments.

• Manage client expectations and provide excellent customer service throughout the planning process.

• Identify opportunities to maximise sales and convert enquiries into confirmed bookings.

• Attend occasional wedding fairs and off-site competitor visits.

• Support the wider sales and events team during busy periods.

Requirements

• Previous experience within a hotel, wedding venue or events sales environment is essential.

• Experience coordinating weddings, social events or similar functions.

• Strong sales, customer service and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

• Confident managing multiple enquiries and bookings simultaneously.

• A proactive, professional and customer-focused approach.

• Good attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.

Rewards

• £13.50 per hour.

• 40-hour working week, primarily Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm.

• Quarterly sales bonus of approximately £700–£800 for full-time employees achieving targets.

• Occasional weekend working, with time off in lieu during the week.

• Opportunity to develop within an expanding hotel sales and events department.

• Potential for future career progression as the weddings and socials functions develop.

If you're an experienced wedding or events professional with a passion for delivering exceptional occasions and driving sales, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Event Executive to join the sales and events team at a prestigious hotel in Kent. This varied role will provide support across the wider events department, covering conferences, meetings, weddings and social functions.

You will play an important part in ensuring the smooth coordination and delivery of events, providing excellent customer service and supporting the team during busy periods.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous hotel, hospitality or event coordination experience looking to develop their career within a busy hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support across the sales and events department.

• Coordinate conference and meeting requirements, ensuring all arrangements are in place.

• Provide event cover on days when conference and events management support is required.

• Support the wedding and social events team during busy periods.

• Liaise with clients to understand event requirements and ensure expectations are met.

• Prepare event documentation, function sheets and relevant booking information.

• Communicate event requirements effectively with internal hotel departments.

• Assist with event planning, coordination and on-the-day delivery.

• Maintain excellent customer service and build positive client relationships.

• Identify opportunities to support additional bookings and generate repeat business.

Requirements

• Previous experience within a hotel, hospitality or events environment is essential.

• Experience in conference, meetings, banqueting, weddings or event coordination.

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.

• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting different areas of the department.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

• A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering successful events.

Rewards

• £13.50 per hour.

• 40-hour working week, primarily Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm.

• Quarterly sales bonus of approximately £700–£800 for full-time employees achieving targets.

• Occasional weekend working, with time off in lieu during the week.

• Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of hotel events.

• Opportunity to develop within an expanding sales and events department.

If you're an organised and enthusiastic events professional looking for your next opportunity within hospitality, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £30,000 + tronc/service charge (estimated total earnings £37,500–£40,000)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week, 2 days off)

Role

We are recruiting an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house operation of an exciting new destination venue following a major refurbishment.

The establishment will combine a boutique hotel, high-end Italian Mediterranean restaurant, large garden and wedding/event facilities.

This is an opportunity to join a new hospitality business at an early stage, taking ownership of the restaurant operation, building a strong team and establishing excellent service standards.

You'll work closely with the owner and Executive Chef to deliver an outstanding customer experience, oversee bookings and reservations, and ensure the restaurant operates efficiently and commercially. The bar will operate as a separate department under its own Bar Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the restaurant and front-of-house team.

• Lead, manage and motivate a team of approximately 5–6 floor staff.

• Manage restaurant bookings, online reservations and customer deposits.

• Maintain excellent customer service and resolve complaints professionally.

• Organise staff rotas, shift patterns and staffing levels.

• Ensure high standards of restaurant presentation, cleanliness and service.

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Bar Manager to ensure smooth operations.

• Manage basic administration, invoices and operational records.

• Support wedding, private-event and seasonal garden operations.

• Monitor staffing efficiency and contribute to controlling operational costs.

• Help establish the restaurant's service standards and culture ahead of opening.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager or experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager.

• Experience managing a busy, high-volume restaurant.

• Background within established restaurant groups or high-street brands would be advantageous.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent customer service and complaint-handling abilities.

• Experience managing rotas, bookings and restaurant administration.

• Computer literate and confident using booking and management systems.

• Good commercial awareness and organisational skills.

• Confident communicator, able to work effectively with kitchen and bar teams.

• Calm, professional and approachable under pressure.

• Flexible to work evenings and weekends when required.

Rewards

• £30,000 basic annual salary.

• Estimated additional £7,500–£10,000 in tronc/service charge.

• Potential total earnings of £37,500–£40,000.

• 40 contracted hours per week, with two days off.

• Workplace pension.

• Potential emergency accommodation for relocating candidates, subject to availability.

• Opportunity to help establish and manage a brand-new destination restaurant.

• Opportunity to be part of an exciting business incorporating a boutique hotel, restaurant, garden and wedding facilities.

If you're an experienced Restaurant Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a new restaurant, build a team and help establish a destination hospitality business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Location: Weobley, Herefordshire (Welsh Borders)
Salary: Up To £40,000 per annum + tronc
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (45 hours per week)

Role

Join a welcoming traditional country pub in the heart of Weobley, Herefordshire, where you'll have the opportunity to lead the kitchen and help shape a quality, seasonal menu.

Part of a respected hospitality group, this role offers creative input, career development opportunities, and the chance to work in a relaxed countryside setting with a strong focus on fresh, locally inspired food.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team.

• Oversee daily food preparation and service.

• Create and develop seasonal menus alongside the management team.

• Manage stock, ordering and kitchen costs efficiently.

• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step.

• Passion for producing quality traditional pub food using seasonal ingredients.

• Strong leadership and organisational skills.

• Calm, hands-on approach in a busy kitchen.

• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.

• Able to thrive in a community-focused rural environment.

Rewards

• Up To £40,000 per annum plus tronc.

• Monthly company performance bonus (approximately £100).

• Paid overtime.

• Staff discounts across a luxury hospitality group.

• Career progression opportunities across UK and international venues.

• 45-hour contract with no live-in requirement.

• Creative freedom to influence menus and food offering.

If you're an experienced Head Chef looking for a role where you can make your mark while enjoying the lifestyle of the Herefordshire countryside, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including members of the Armed Forces community.

Location: Halifax
Salary: Up To £31,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Store Manager to lead a busy coffee shop, delivering excellent customer service, developing a motivated team and driving sales and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily store operations and team performance.

• Recruit, train and motivate staff, including managing rotas.

• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve complaints.

• Control stock, ordering, waste and operating costs.

• Monitor sales and profitability.

• Maintain food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience in store, café or hospitality management.

• Strong leadership and customer service skills.

• Commercial awareness and experience managing stock and costs.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work under pressure.

Rewards

• Up To £31,000 per annum.

• 37.5-hour working week.

• Birthday off and Vitality Health Insurance.

• Access to an apartment in Spain.

• Employee discounts and discounted or free food.

• Health and wellbeing programme and health expense reimbursement.

• Employee referral scheme, company events and length-of-service rewards.

If you're a motivated manager looking for your next opportunity in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including members of the Armed Forces community.

Location: Cardiff, Wales
Salary: £32,000–£35,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Role

Join a growing independent food business as it prepares to open its newest site in Cardiff. With four established sites already operating in Nottingham, the business is now expanding into Wales and looking for two Bakers to join its opening team, including one baker to take on a lead role.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an expanding independent business, helping establish a new site while producing freshly made bagels, sweet treats and other food items.

The role is hands-on and varied, combining baking, bagel production and general kitchen preparation, with training and support from the established bakery team to ensure consistency across the business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake fresh bagels to the business's recipes and standards.

• Produce in-house sweet treats, including brownies and cookies.

• Assist with kitchen preparation, including sauces, meat preparation and vegetables.

• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation.

• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food hygiene standards.

• Work collaboratively with the team to support smooth daily operations.

• For the lead baker position, help oversee production and support the wider team.

Requirements

• Previous baking experience, ideally including bagels.

• Experience preparing baked goods such as brownies and cookies.

• Good general kitchen skills, including food preparation and cooking.

• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices.

• Reliable, organised and comfortable working in a hands-on environment.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn the business's methods.

• For the lead position, the confidence to take responsibility and support colleagues.

Rewards

• £32,000–£35,000 per annum to start.

• Permanent, full-time opportunity.

• Early finishes, with weekday shifts generally running from 6:30am to 1:30–2:00pm. Earliest starts may be from 5:30am.

• Free food while on shift.

• Opportunities to take on additional responsibility and earn pay increases as you progress.

• Support and training from an established bakery team.

• The opportunity to join a growing independent business with further expansion plans.

The Opportunity

With four existing sites and a new opening planned for Cardiff, this is an opportunity to join an independent business at an exciting stage of its growth. You'll play an important role in establishing the new site, maintaining product quality and helping build a strong team from the beginning.

The business values its people and aims to offer a positive working environment, competitive pay and a good work-life balance, with early finishes and opportunities to develop as the company grows.

Two positions are available, including a lead baker role for someone ready to take on additional responsibility.

If you have baking experience, enjoy working with quality food and want to be part of an exciting new opening in Cardiff, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Salary: £45,000–£60,000 + bonus/profit share
Position: Executive Chef / Head Chef stepping up
Start: Approximately 2–3 weeks before opening
Opening: Targeted for mid-February

An exciting opportunity to lead the kitchen of a brand-new destination venue.

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Executive Chef to join an exciting new hospitality project following a major refurbishment.

The venue will combine a boutique hotel, high-end Italian Mediterranean restaurant, large garden and wedding/event facilities, creating a destination business with a strong focus on food, hospitality and experience.

This is an opportunity to join the project at an early stage and play a key role in establishing the culinary identity, kitchen operation and reputation of the business.

The Role

As Executive Chef, you will take ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operation and lead the culinary direction of the restaurant.

Working closely with the owner, you will develop and refine the menus, establish kitchen standards and build a strong team capable of delivering consistently high-quality food across restaurant and event services.

The owner will remain involved in menu development and the wider business, so this role is particularly suited to a chef who enjoys collaboration while having the confidence and experience to take responsibility for the kitchen operation.

About the Food

The restaurant will focus on high-end Italian Mediterranean cuisine, using fresh, high-quality ingredients.

We are particularly interested in chefs with experience in:

• Mediterranean cuisine

• Italian cuisine

• Fresh seasonal produce

• High-quality meat and fish

• High-end gastro pub or restaurant cooking

• Rosette-level environments

You will have the opportunity to help shape the menu and establish the food identity of the new venue.

Your Responsibilities

As Executive Chef, you will:

• Lead and manage the kitchen team

• Develop and implement menus

• Work collaboratively with the owner on the culinary direction

• Establish recipes, specifications and kitchen standards

• Ensure consistently high-quality food

• Manage kitchen preparation and service

• Maintain excellent standards of food presentation

• Manage fresh produce, meat and fish to a high standard

• Train, develop and motivate the kitchen brigade

• Support recruitment and development of kitchen staff

• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards

• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and commercially

• Contribute to the overall success and reputation of the venue

• Help prepare the kitchen and team for the opening

• Establish a positive, professional and well-organised kitchen culture

The Kitchen Team

The kitchen is expected to operate with a core team of approximately 3–4 chefs per shift, including a Sous Chef, Commis Chef and Executive/Head Chef.

You will be responsible for setting the standards and creating a kitchen environment where the team can perform consistently at a high level.

The Person

We are looking for a chef who combines strong culinary ability with excellent leadership and communication skills.

You will ideally be:

• Experienced at Executive Chef or senior Head Chef level

• Experienced in Mediterranean/Italian Mediterranean cuisine

• Confident with high-quality meat and fish

• Passionate about fresh food and quality ingredients

• Experienced within a high-end restaurant, gastro pub or rosette-level operation

• A strong menu developer

• Commercially aware

• Organised and operationally strong

• Comfortable leading a kitchen team

• Open-minded and receptive to constructive feedback

• A clear and effective communicator

• Calm and professional under pressure

• Collaborative 

We are looking for someone who can work closely with the owner and wider team, communicate effectively and create a positive kitchen environment.

Executive Chef or Step-Up Opportunity

We are also keen to hear from high-performing Head Chefs who are ready to take their first step into an Executive Chef position.

If you have the culinary ability, leadership experience and personality required, but have not yet held an Executive Chef title, this could be an excellent opportunity to progress your career.

A potential six-month salary review may be considered for the right step-up candidate.

Package

Salary: £45,000–£60,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Bonus: A 4–5% percentage/profit-share arrangement based on takings, subject to the agreed bonus structure.

Live-in accommodation may also be available for key staff, subject to availability.

The Project

The new venue is undergoing a major refurbishment following a significant investment.

The finished establishment will include:

• Boutique hotel accommodation

• Restaurant

• Large garden

• Wedding and event facilities

There are also ambitions to build the reputation of the business and pursue future industry recognition and accolades.

The Opportunity

This is more than a standard Executive Chef appointment.

You will be joining a project during its development phase, giving you the opportunity to help create the kitchen, develop the menus, build the team and establish the standards from day one.

If you are an experienced Executive Chef, or an ambitious Head Chef ready for the next step, and you are looking for the opportunity to make your mark on an exciting new Italian Mediterranean destination, we would like to hear from you.

Start Date

The target opening is mid-February, with the successful chef expected to join approximately 2–3 weeks beforehand to allow time for menu development, kitchen preparation, team organisation and pre-opening work.

Location: Leicester
Salary: From £45,000 per annum + Performance Package (DOE)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Role

Are you a confident and commercially minded General Manager looking for a role where you can make a real impact?

We're recruiting for a hands-on General Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of an established gentlemen’s club in Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager who enjoys taking ownership of a business, leading from the front and driving commercial performance.

Working closely with the owners, you'll be responsible for creating a professional, safe and welcoming environment while developing the team, maintaining high operational standards and growing the business. This role would suit someone who thrives on accountability, enjoys making decisions and is confident managing a fast-paced late-night hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the venue.
• Lead, motivate and develop a multi-disciplinary team.
• Drive revenue and identify new opportunities to grow the business.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and operational standards are maintained.
• Manage staffing levels, rotas and team performance.
• Monitor financial performance, budgets and key business KPIs.
• Ensure full compliance with licensing, health & safety and company procedures.
• Maintain a professional, safe and well-managed venue environment at all times.
• Handle operational challenges confidently and make informed decisions.
• Work closely with the owners to deliver long-term business objectives.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a General Manager, Senior Manager or experienced Assistant Manager ready to step up.
• Personal Licence holder (essential).
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and business performance.
• Confident managing challenging situations in a fast-paced late-night environment.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• Organised, accountable and highly professional.
• Ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Creative approach to driving trade and increasing customer engagement.
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends and late-night trading hours.

Rewards

• Competitive salary from £45,000 per annum.
• Tailored performance package for the right candidate.
• Permanent full-time position.
• Genuine autonomy to manage and develop the business.
• Opportunity to work closely with supportive owners.
• Join a growing hospitality group with future career opportunities.
• Be part of a business that values professionalism, teamwork and long-term development.

If you're an experienced hospitality leader looking for your next challenge and want the opportunity to make a genuine difference within an ambitious business, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us:
We're recruiting on behalf of an independent artisan bakery in Chatham, specialising in sourdough bread and French laminated pastries. Everything is made from scratch, with no shortcuts, and the business is expanding with a second site opening nearby. This is a great opportunity for someone with professional kitchen experience who is eager to learn the craft of artisan baking and develop their skills within a quality-focused team.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the production of sourdough bread, baguettes and buns to a strict, consistent method

• Learning how to handle and work with large volumes of dough as part of daily production

• Supporting laminated pastry production alongside bread

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and bakery organisation

• Working closely with the team, developing your skills and taking on more responsibility as your training progresses

Requirements or Skills:

• Previous work experience in a professional kitchen is essential

• Previous experience working night shifts is essential

• A genuine eagerness to learn and develop skills in artisan baking

• Must drive, due to early start times

• Physically fit, as the role involves demanding manual work

• Reliable, hardworking and keen to learn, with a positive attitude towards scratch baking

• Comfortable working night shifts, with starts between midnight and 1am

Benefits:

• Salary of £30,000

• 4-day working week (40 hours, Thursday–Sunday)

• Training and development provided to help you become a skilled artisan baker

• Opportunity to grow with the business as a second site opens

• Small, supportive, and passionate team environment

Location: North Yorkshire
Salary: £19 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)

Role

We are recruiting an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of a large-scale catering kitchen within a secure prison environment.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a busy kitchen operation, leading a team of catering staff and overseeing prisoners working within the kitchen. The role requires strong organisational skills, confident leadership and the ability to ensure meals are delivered safely, consistently and on time.

You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of food safety, managing stock and ordering, and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently while meeting the dietary requirements of the prison population.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of a high-volume catering kitchen.

• Lead, manage and support a team of approximately 16 staff.

• Supervise the work of prisoners undertaking kitchen duties.

• Manage stock control, electronic ordering and inventory systems.

• Ensure food supplies are maintained and meals are produced on time.

• Oversee food safety, hygiene, allergen management and dietary requirements.

• Maintain consistent food quality, portion control and service standards.

• Manage staff performance and promote a safe, organised working environment.

• Carry out occasional weekend statutory-level checks.

• Maintain professional boundaries and follow all prison security procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or in a similar senior catering management role.

• Experience managing kitchen teams and high-volume food production.

• Strong knowledge of stock control, ordering and kitchen operations.

• Confident using computer systems for inventory and ordering.

• Good understanding of food safety, allergens and dietary requirements.

• Level 3 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to undertake the required training if agreed with the employer.

• Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving skills.

• Calm, approachable and professional under pressure.

• Comfortable working in a secure prison environment and maintaining clear professional boundaries.

• Reliable transport to the workplace.

Rewards

• £19 per hour.

• Monday–Friday working pattern, 9am–5pm.

• Opportunity to take responsibility for a large-scale kitchen operation.

• Food safety training and development opportunities, including potential progression to Level 4.

• Career development opportunities within a large, established catering organisation.

• Structured working hours, with only occasional weekend checks required.

If you're an experienced kitchen leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact on operational standards, team performance and food quality, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including members of the Armed Forces community.

Location: North Yorkshire
Salary: £19 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm)

Role

We are recruiting an organised and motivated Kitchen Training Manager to oversee food safety, allergen and kitchen-related training within a secure prison catering environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys developing others, delivering training and ensuring people understand and follow essential food safety procedures. You'll be responsible for coordinating training for catering staff, prisoners and prison officers, managing training schedules and ensuring mandatory learning is completed within required timeframes.

You'll also support operational standards by carrying out regular cleanliness and compliance checks across the serveries. Strong planning, communication and organisational skills are essential, as the role involves coordinating a substantial training workload across different groups of learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food safety, allergen and relevant kitchen training.
• Train Aramark employees, prisoners and prison officers as required.
• Plan and coordinate training schedules to meet required deadlines.
• Monitor training completion and maintain accurate records.
• Adapt training delivery to suit different audiences and levels of understanding.
• Promote safe food handling, hygiene and good working practices.
• Ensure training requirements are communicated clearly and consistently.
• Carry out weekly cleanliness and standards checks across the serveries.
• Identify areas for improvement and support ongoing compliance.
• Follow prison security procedures and maintain professional boundaries.

Requirements

• Previous experience delivering training, coaching or teaching practical skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, food hygiene and allergen management.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent time management.
• Ability to coordinate a high volume of training and meet strict deadlines.
• Confident communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage learners with different levels of knowledge and experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Experience with training records, compliance checks or workplace audits would be beneficial.
• Relevant food safety, training or teaching qualifications are desirable; the exact mandatory qualification requirements should be confirmed with the employer.
• Comfortable working within a secure prison environment.
• Reliable transport to the workplace.

Rewards

• £19 per hour.
• Monday–Friday working pattern, 8:30am–4:30pm.
• No regular weekend requirement.
• Employer-funded teaching qualification opportunities, subject to the training arrangements available.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to food safety, staff development and operational standards.
• Career development opportunities within a large, established catering organisation.

If you're an organised training professional with a passion for food safety, developing people and maintaining high standards, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including members of the Armed Forces community.

Location: North Yorkshire
Salary: £14.60 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (35–40 hours per week) Four days on and three days off, including alternative weekends.

Role

We are looking for a reliable and confident Chef Supervisor to join a busy catering operation within a secure prison environment.

This is a supervisory role where you'll guide and oversee prisoners undertaking kitchen duties, ensuring meals are prepared safely, correctly and on time. Rather than being focused solely on cooking yourself, you'll play an important role in demonstrating recipes, explaining preparation methods and ensuring food is produced to the required specifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef or catering professional who enjoys working with people, sharing their knowledge and maintaining high standards in a structured environment. You don't need to be a fine-dining chef; relevant kitchen experience, a positive attitude and the ability to supervise others are key.

Responsibilities

• Supervise prisoners undertaking food preparation and cooking duties.
• Demonstrate recipes, cooking methods and preparation techniques.
• Explain recipe specifications, portion sizes and food production requirements.
• Monitor food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures are followed.
• Support the smooth and timely preparation of daily meals.
• Provide clear instructions and guidance to kitchen workers.
• Maintain a safe, organised and professional working environment.
• Follow prison security procedures and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
• Work collaboratively with the wider catering team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment.
• Experience as a Chef, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie or in a similar catering role.
• Ability to follow recipes, specifications and food safety procedures.
• Good communication skills and confidence supervising or guiding others.
• A calm, patient and professional approach.
• Ability to maintain standards and manage challenging situations appropriately.
• Understanding of food hygiene and allergen awareness, or willingness to undertake further training.
• Comfortable working within a secure prison environment.
• Flexible to work a four-days-on, three-days-off shift pattern, including alternative weekends.
• Reliable transport to the workplace.

Rewards

• £14.60 per hour.
• 35–40 hours per week.
• Four days on and three days off.
• Working hours of 7:30am–5:30pm.
• No night shifts.
• Food safety, allergen and other relevant training opportunities.
• Support for professional development and potential progression within a large catering organisation.

If you're a chef or catering professional who enjoys guiding others, maintaining high standards and working as part of a team, this could be an excellent next step. Apply today to find out more.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including members of the Armed Forces community.

£12.71 per hour + approximately £200 per month in tronc | 45 hours per week | Ashbourne, Derbyshire | Live-in accommodation available

We’re looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Waiter / Waitress to join the team at the beautiful Garden Room Restaurant in Ashbourne.

Set within a stunning location with panoramic views across the surrounding landscape, the restaurant offers a welcoming dining experience with seasonal food, expertly crafted drinks and a relaxed, elegant atmosphere.

The Role

This is a busy, active restaurant, so we're looking for someone who genuinely loves hospitality and sees it as more than just a job.

You'll be responsible for delivering an exceptional experience to every guest, working as part of a professional team and going above and beyond to make sure customers have a memorable visit.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a genuine passion for hospitality

• Takes pride in providing excellent service

• Is enthusiastic, hardworking and positive

• Wants to build a career and progress within the industry

• Is willing to go the extra mile for guests

• Thrives in a busy restaurant environment

• Is a strong team player

• Has excellent attention to detail

A full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential due to the location.

Package

• £12.71 per hour

• Approximately £200 per month in tronc/gratuities

• 45 hours per week

• Live-in accommodation available

• No set days off

• Opportunity to develop and progress within the hospitality industry

• Beautiful restaurant and working environment

If you're passionate about hospitality, love looking after guests and want to build a career in the industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Contract Type: Temporary
Location: Various Locations across London and surrounding areas
Pay: £16.00 – £23.00 per hour, depending on experience
Start: Immediate

About the Role

We are recruiting experienced Chefs for opportunities across London and surrounding areas.

Our roles are available across a range of settings, including schools, care homes, contract catering and other establishments. We are looking for reliable chefs who can work confidently in different kitchen environments.

Positions Available

• Chef de Partie (CDP)

• Sous Chef

• Head Chef

• Catering Manager

Requirements

• Must have an in-date Enhanced DBS, Food Safety certificate and Allergen Awareness

• Previous professional kitchen experience

• Good knowledge of food preparation and kitchen procedures

• Reliable, professional and hardworking attitude

• Ability to work confidently in different kitchen environments

• Good communication and teamwork skills

What We Offer

• £16.00 – £23.00 per hour, depending on experience and position

• Temporary and contract opportunities

• Various locations across the West Midlands

• Immediate-start positions

• Flexible working opportunities

• Short-term and ongoing assignments

• Competitive rates of pay

How to apply

If you are a reliable and experienced Chef looking for temporary or contract work across the West Midlands, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and details of your relevant catering experience