Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK
Contract Type: Temporary / Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour

About the Role:

We are advertising on behalf of a busy, family-run coffee shop in Hatfield seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their kitchen team immediately.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef looking for excellent work-life balance, with daytime-only shifts and no weekend work. You will be working in a fast-paced kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in delivering high-quality breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen

• Preparing and cooking fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes

• Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a high standard

• Supporting smooth kitchen service during busy periods

• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene standards

• Assisting with stock control and kitchen prep

• Supporting junior team members and kitchen porter as required

Menu Includes:

• Breakfast dishes

• Brunch favourites

• Eggs, bacon & sausages

• Omelettes

• Jacket potatoes & salads

• Burgers & pizzas

• Chicken strips & chips

• Pancakes & sandwiches

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up

• Experience working in a busy fresh food kitchen

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

• Reliable, hardworking, and able to start immediately

What’s on Offer:

• £18.00 per hour, paid weekly

• Monday to Friday only

• Daytime shifts (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

• Excellent work-life balance with no evening or weekend shifts

• Immediate start available

• Temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidate

• Friendly and supportive working environment

• Opportunity to join a well-established family-run business

How to Apply:

If you’re an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity and available to start immediately, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to secure this fantastic role.

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Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK
Contract Type: Temporary
Duration: 2-month contract 
Hours: Approx. 50 hours per week (mainly Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend shifts during busy event periods)
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour

About the Role:

We are advertising on behalf of a high-end event catering company specialising in fresh food and fine dining, seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their Lincoln-based operation, delivering Rosette-level food in both a production kitchen and at prestigious UK events, primarily in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen

• Preparing and delivering fresh, high-quality dishes to Rosette standards

• Working within both the production kitchen and at off-site events

• Maintaining exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency

• Supporting and mentoring junior kitchen team members

• Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times

• Travelling to events across the country as required, predominantly in London

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef within a fresh food, fine dining, Rosette, or high-end events environment

• Strong knowledge of fresh ingredient preparation and modern cooking techniques

• Experience working in busy production kitchens and event catering operations

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• Ability to adapt to varying workloads and event schedules

• A positive attitude and willingness to travel when required

• Reliable, professional, and capable of performing under pressure

What's on Offer:

• £18.00 per hour, paid weekly

• Approximately 50 hours per week

• Temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidate

• Opportunity to work with high-quality fresh ingredients and seasonal produce

• Experience working to Rosette-level standards within a fine dining environment

• A varied role combining production kitchen work and event catering

• Travel opportunities to prestigious events and venues across the UK, particularly in London and the surrounding areas

• The chance to be part of a passionate and professional culinary team

How to Apply:

If you're a talented Sous Chef with a passion for fresh food, fine dining, and event catering, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to secure this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your culinary career.

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Salary: £40,000 – £42,000 DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to join a well-established country house hotel in the North Lincolnshire area.

This independently operated hotel offers a busy and varied environment, combining a popular restaurant with weddings, conferences and private events. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take ownership of the kitchen, build a strong brigade and play a key role in the continued success of the business.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will lead all aspects of the kitchen operation, maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency and organisation across both the restaurant and events departments.

You will be responsible for managing day-to-day kitchen operations, overseeing food hygiene standards, controlling costs, managing rotas and developing a positive and productive kitchen culture.

About You

We are looking for a chef who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or an accomplished Senior Sous Chef ready to step into their first Head Chef position.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organisational ability and the confidence to coordinate multiple events simultaneously.
• Sound commercial awareness, including stock control and GP management.
• Intermediate Food Hygiene certification or above.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.

Practical experience within hotels, event venues or busy fresh-food operations would be highly advantageous. Also experience within weddings and conferences is desirable. 

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Shape the future of the kitchen
Take ownership of the operation and build a brigade that reflects your standards and leadership style.

A varied and rewarding role
From restaurant dining to weddings and large-scale events, no two days are the same.

Join a stable and successful business
The hotel continues to trade well with an established customer base and a strong events calendar, offering long-term career potential.

Package

• Salary of £40,000 – £42,000 DOE.
• Tips/Tronc of on average £800 per annum 
• 28 days annual leave.
• 40 hour contract
• Time off in lieu where applicable.
• Temporary live-in accommodation may be available for an initial period if required.

Working Pattern

• One regular closure day each week.
• Weekend working is expected as part of the role.
• Flexibility within the rota, with days off scheduled during the week.

Recruitment Process

• Initial screening interview.
• Face-to-face interview and venue tour with senior management.

Apply Now

This is an immediate requirement and represents an excellent opportunity for a strong kitchen leader looking for a fresh challenge within a busy hotel environment.

If you have the experience, organisation and leadership skills to drive a kitchen operation forward, we would love to hear from you.

Please call Grace at KSB on 07377802621 or email your CV across to grace@ksbrecruitment.co.uk

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Location: Solihull, West Midlands (Office Based)

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 DOE + Benefits

Hours: 08:45 – 17:15pm, 1 hour lunch

Are you a creative, ambitious marketer looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact? KSB Recruitment has been helping hospitality businesses find exceptional talent for over 35 years.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Junior Marketing Executive to join our team and help drive our brand, content, lead generation and digital marketing activity.

We have a multi-channel marketing programme running authority content, email campaigns, lead generation, LinkedIn — and we need a dedicated person to help us run it, develop it, and make it work harder.

From day one you’ll have real responsibility: writing sector content, managing campaigns, working with our CRM, and supporting the wider team with marketing collateral. You’ll report directly to the MD and have access to mentoring and training that will accelerate your development significantly.

The Opportunity

Working closely with the Managing Director and an external specialist marketing agency, you'll play a key role in supporting and developing our marketing strategy across multiple channels.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or someone early in their marketing career who wants hands-on experience, ongoing mentoring and a clear progression path.

What You'll Be Doing

• Creating engaging content for LinkedIn, email campaigns, websites and marketing materials

• Writing articles, industry updates, guides and thought leadership content

• Supporting email marketing campaigns from concept through to delivery

• Managing and maintaining CRM data to ensure accuracy and effective targeting

• Creating case studies, testimonials and sales collateral for the recruitment team

•  Supporting LinkedIn activity and personal branding for consultants

• Monitoring campaign performance and reporting on results

• Using AI-powered tools to improve efficiency, creativity and marketing performance

• Assisting with website updates and digital marketing projects

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for a graduate with demonstrable commercial exposure in a B2B environment — whether that comes from a previous role, a placement year, or strong commercial work during your studies.

Beyond that, the qualities that matter most to us are:

• Solid writing skills — you’ll be producing content for a professional audience and we’ll want to see examples

• Confidence with AI tools and a genuine interest in using them intelligently, not just as a shortcut

• Familiarity with CRM or database systems

• Motivated by outcomes — you’ll have real ownership here and we’ll expect you to track and report on your own results

• Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities without losing focus

Why Join KSB Recruitment?

We've spent over 35 years building one of the hospitality industry's most respected recruitment brands. We're ambitious, commercially driven and constantly looking for new ways to improve.

If you're looking for a role where your ideas will be listened to, your development supported and your work will have a direct impact on business growth, we'd love to hear from you.

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Chef de Partie – Fresh Food Gastro Pub | Canvey Island

Are you a talented Chef de Partie ready to join a busy, high-performing fresh food kitchen where quality, teamwork, and passion drive everything?

This successful independent gastro pub on Canvey Island is looking for a strong CDP to support its growing kitchen team during an exciting period of continued growth.

Working under an experienced, rosette-awarded Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering consistently high standards in a fresh-food environment built on traditional cooking principles.

About the Role

As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section and help deliver exceptional food during busy service periods.

This kitchen is fast-paced, demanding, and entirely fresh-led, ideal for a chef who thrives under pressure and takes pride in quality.

You’ll join a collaborative brigade where everyone gets involved, supports one another, and works together to deliver outstanding results.

What’s in It for You?

• Salary: £14–£16 per hour depending on experience
• Tips: Shared tronc across front and back of house
• Autonomy: Run your own section with support from strong senior chefs
• Development: Work under a highly experienced Head Chef
• Culture: Supportive, hands-on independent business
• Stability: Growing business with strong local trade and loyal customer base

Key Responsibilities

• Run and manage your own kitchen section
• Prepare and deliver high-quality fresh food consistently
• Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards
• Support junior chefs and encourage team development
• Assist with ordering, prep planning, and stock control
• Work efficiently during high-volume service periods
• Contribute to menu consistency and kitchen standards

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a skilled, dependable CDP who leads by example and enjoys working in a genuine team environment.

You’ll be calm under pressure, quality-focused, and committed to delivering great food every service.

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi CDP
• Strong fresh food background essential
• Ability to manage a section independently
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible approach to evenings and weekends
• Own transport preferred due to location
• Full right to work in the UK

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected independent business where your skills will be valued, your development supported, and your work genuinely appreciated.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an ambitious Chef de Partie looking for your next challenge, apply today.

If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community, including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.

Alternatively, you may email your CV directly to info@ksbrecruitment.co.uk, stating the role you are applying for and outlining your connection to the Armed Forces.

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Commis Chef – Fresh Food Gastro Pub | Canvey Island

Are you an ambitious Commis Chef looking to build your career in a fast-paced, fresh-food kitchen where quality and teamwork come first?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving independent gastro pub on Canvey Island, known for its strong community presence, excellent reputation, and commitment to traditional fresh food cooking.

Working alongside an experienced, rosette-level Head Chef, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a demanding but highly rewarding kitchen environment where development and progression are genuinely encouraged.

About the Role

As Commis Chef, you’ll support the senior kitchen team in delivering high-quality fresh dishes while learning strong kitchen fundamentals.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about food, eager to learn, and ready to work hard in a professional kitchen focused entirely on fresh produce — no shortcuts, no microwaves, just proper cooking.

You’ll become part of a close-knit team where everyone contributes, supports one another, and takes pride in delivering exceptional food.

What’s in It for You?

• Salary: £13–£14 per hour
• Tips: Shared tronc across front and back of house
• Development: Learn directly from an experienced, highly skilled Head Chef
• Culture: Supportive, team-first kitchen environment
• Progression: Genuine long-term career development opportunities
• Stability: Join a growing independent business with strong local support

Key Responsibilities

• Support food preparation across all kitchen sections
• Maintain high food quality and hygiene standards
• Assist senior chefs during busy services
• Prepare fresh ingredients daily
• Help with stock rotation and kitchen organisation
• Work collaboratively across all areas of the kitchen
• Contribute to a positive team culture

Who We’re Looking For

We want someone energetic, reliable, and genuinely passionate about food and hospitality.

You’ll be willing to work hard, learn quickly, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

What You’ll Need

• Previous kitchen experience preferred (college or workplace)
• Passion for fresh food and cooking from scratch
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible approach to shifts, including weekends
• Own transport preferred due to location
• Full right to work in the UK

Why This Role?

This isn’t just another Commis Chef role — it’s a chance to learn proper cooking in a respected independent kitchen that values craftsmanship, resilience, and career progression.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to start or build your chef career in a quality-led kitchen, apply today.

If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community, including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.

Alternatively, you may email your CV directly to info@ksbrecruitment.co.uk, stating the role you are applying for and outlining your connection to the Armed Forces.

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Are you an experienced Food and Beverage professional ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role within a prestigious hotel environment?

We are recruiting for a Food and Beverage Manager to join a well-established hotel in Worksop. This impressive property features stunning original architecture, a grand Great Hall, and is set within acres of beautiful parkland. The hotel offers both a high-volume buffet restaurant and a more refined à la carte dining experience, delivering exceptional service across breakfast and dinner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences.

The Role

As Food and Beverage Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the smooth day-to-day operation of multiple dining outlets, including a buffet-style restaurant and an à la carte restaurant.

Working closely with the Head of Hospitality and other senior team members, you will lead a team of approximately 50–60 staff, ensuring exceptional service standards are maintained across both front and back of house.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will inspire, motivate, and develop your team while ensuring operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and strong financial performance.

What’s on Offer

• £32,000 – £37,000 salary depending on experience
• Free use of gym and leisure facilities
• Free or up to 60% discounted food onsite
• Access to discounts with national brands and retailers
• 20% discount for you, your family & friends across associated hospitality brands
• Excellent career development opportunities, including recognised qualifications and apprenticeships
• Ongoing in-house training and progression pathways

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Food & Beverage operations across multiple outlets
• Ensure smooth service delivery across breakfast and dinner sittings
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of 50–60 staff
• Maintain high standards of guest service and overall experience
• Monitor and manage costs in line with budgets
• Coach and support team leaders to improve performance
• Ensure compliance with company standards across all areas
• Address performance issues and challenge standards where necessary
• Work collaboratively with senior management to drive business success

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience managing large teams in a customer-facing hospitality environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage teams
• A guest-focused mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service
• Confidence in decision-making and problem-solving
• Experience managing budgets and controlling costs
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to perform under pressure in a high-demand environment
• A proactive approach to team development and performance improvement

Apply Now

If you are a motivated Food and Beverage Manager looking to join a dynamic hotel environment with excellent progression opportunities, we would love to hear from you.

Armed Forces Covenant

If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community, including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.

Salary: £55,000 (Inclusive of 10% Performance Bonus)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 48 hours per week, 6 days
Restaurant Type: Premium Casual Dining | Award-Winning Independent | 50 Cover Restaurant

Restaurant Managing Director – Premium Independent Restaurant | Chelsea, London

Are you an ambitious hospitality leader ready to take full ownership of a premium London restaurant and drive its next phase of success?

This is a rare opportunity to join an internationally recognised, award-winning restaurant group as Restaurant Managing Director for its Chelsea location. With successful sites across the world, and new openings planned, this role offers genuine long-term progression within a fast-growing hospitality brand.

The business is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded operator to take full control of the London venue, drive performance, and lead the restaurant toward its next major milestone: Michelin Guide recognition.

About the Role

As Restaurant Managing Director, you will have full operational responsibility for a prestigious restaurant in Chelsea.

This is a true leadership role requiring someone who can take ownership, drive sales, inspire teams, and improve profitability while maintaining exceptional service and product standards.

You’ll work directly with the ownership team and have autonomy to lead daily operations, manage key department heads, and implement strategies that increase footfall through innovative sales, events, and corporate catering initiatives.

What’s in It for You?

Salary: £55,000 inclusive of a 10% performance bonus
Hours: 48 hours per week across 6 days
Autonomy: Full operational control of the London venue
Growth: Opportunity to progress into multi-site leadership as the group expands internationally
Brand: Join a highly respected, fast-growing hospitality business with global expansion plans
Culture: Entrepreneurial, ambitious, and quality-driven environment

Key Responsibilities

• Take full operational ownership of the Chelsea restaurant
• Lead and manage the existing senior team including GM, Head Chef, Sous Chef, and Assistant Manager
• Drive revenue growth through innovative local marketing, events, and corporate catering partnerships
• Improve profitability and overall business performance
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and uphold premium service standards
• Oversee team performance, culture, and accountability
• Manage operational changes and lead staff through transition successfully
• Support brand marketing initiatives
• Work closely with ownership to execute long-term business objectives
• Develop and implement strategic plans to support sustained growth and market positioning

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an energetic, resilient, and commercially minded hospitality professional who thrives in hands-on leadership roles.

You’ll be confident leading from the front, capable of making difficult decisions, and passionate about delivering exceptional standards.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 8 years’ hospitality leadership experience
• Strong background in premium, high-quality restaurant operations
• Proven ability to increase revenue and improve profitability
• Experience leading established teams through change
• Strong understanding of sales strategy, events, and corporate catering
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in AI tools and digital systems
• Competent using Adobe, Canva, or similar design software is a bonus
• Strong leadership presence and excellent communication skills
• Full right to work in the UK

Why This Role?

This is not a maintenance role; it’s a turnaround and growth opportunity.

You’ll be trusted to lead, empowered to make decisions, and rewarded for delivering results. For the right person, this role offers genuine career progression within an ambitious international hospitality group.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are a driven Restaurant Managing Director looking for autonomy, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real impact in one of London’s most exciting independent restaurant groups, apply today.

If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community, including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.

Alternatively, you may email your CV directly to info@ksbrecruitment.co.uk, stating the role you are applying for and outlining your connection to the Armed Forces.

Job Role: Chef de Partie
Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, UK
Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour plus holiday pay
Contract Type: Temporary Agency Shift Work
Start Date: Immediate shifts available through to September 2026
Hours: 08:00 – 16:00

About the Role:

KSB Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Chef de Partie to support a busy catering operation in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire.

This temporary agency role is ideal for a confident and reliable chef who is comfortable working independently and managing kitchen service during busy periods throughout the summer season.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Running and managing kitchen service during shifts
• Preparing and cooking fresh meals to a high standard
• Supporting smooth breakfast and lunch service operations
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and health & safety at all times
• Working independently while communicating effectively with the wider team

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role
• Confidence working independently in a busy kitchen environment
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Reliable transport due to the location and shift times
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Flexible temporary shifts to fit around your availability
• Opportunity for ongoing work throughout the summer period
• Holiday pay accrued on every shift
• Support from the KSB Recruitment team

Please note that shift availability may vary depending on client requirements.

How to Apply

If you're available for shifts between now and September 2026, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your availability, and a member of our team will be in contact to discuss suitable shifts.

KSB Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

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About the Role:

KSB Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join a busy and well-organised hotel kitchen in Maidstone. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef looking for stable hours within a professional and supportive environment, working as part of an experienced team of 8 chefs. The kitchen has a strong focus on consistency, quality, and smooth service delivery, with the potential for a permanent role for the right candidate.

The Role:

• Preparing and delivering high-quality dishes for à la carte service

• Supporting busy dinner service and assisting with occasional events and functions

• Working efficiently within a fast-paced kitchen producing around 80–100 covers per day

• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation

• Working with a menu based on both fresh and frozen ingredients

• Supporting the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth, consistent service

Shift Details:

• Immediate start available

• 40 hours per week

• Ongoing temporary contract

• Stable weekly rota within a structured hotel kitchen environment

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a hotel or busy kitchen environment

• Confident and capable in à la carte service

• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food preparation

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced setting

• Reliable, professional, and a strong team player

• Positive attitude with good communication skills

What’s on Offer:

• £16.00 per hour, paid weekly

• PAYE employment – no self-employment

• Holiday pay accrued on every shift

• Ongoing stable work

• Support from a dedicated consultant

• Opportunity for permanent placement

• Professional hotel kitchen environment with a strong team

How to Apply:

If you’re a skilled Chef de Partie with a passion for fresh food, consistency, and high standards, we’d love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to join a professional kitchen team and develop your culinary career—apply today.

INDTEMP

About the Role:

KSB Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Lead Chef / Care Home Chef for a residential care setting near Milnthorpe. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef looking for daytime hours, a supportive working environment, and ongoing temporary work with the potential for additional shifts throughout the year.

The Role:

• Preparing fresh, nutritious meals for residents

• Catering for both traditional and texture-modified/pureed diets

• Working independently as the only chef in the kitchen, with support from a Kitchen Assistant

• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness

• Managing stock and ensuring meals meet dietary requirements

• Delivering a quality dining experience for residents

Shift Details:

• Immediate start available

• 9:00am – 5:00pm shifts

• Alternative weekdays and weekends

• Part-time contract, initially around 2 shifts per week

• Additional shifts likely available for holidays and sickness cover

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef, Senior Chef, or Lead Chef

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (essential)

• Valid DBS Certificate (essential)

• Strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety

• Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen confidently

What’s on Offer:

• £19.00 per hour, paid weekly (every Friday)

• PAYE employment – no self-employment

• Holiday pay accrued on every shift

• Flexible ongoing work

• Support from a dedicated consultant

• Potential for temporary to permanent opportunities

• Variety of kitchen environments and additional shifts available

How to Apply:

If you’re an experienced Care Home Chef with a passion for fresh, nutritious food and high-quality catering, we’d love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference through food—apply today to take the next step in your culinary career.

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This is a brand-new opening, coming June 2026! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Assistant Catering Manager to join a high-volume, customer-focused catering operation based at a busy leisure destination in Cheshire.

This is a permanent, full-time position offering the chance to support a growing, multi-outlet catering function within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

This role would suit an experienced supervisor looking to step into management or an existing assistant manager seeking a fresh challenge in a hands-on setting.

The Role

You will support the Catering Manager in the day-to-day running of multiple food outlets, contributing to the delivery of a high-quality food offering and excellent customer experience.

The operation includes a mix of quick-service and seated dining concepts, with ongoing development and expansion planned.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the management of multiple catering outlets
• Supervising and coordinating team members during busy service periods
• Assisting with food preparation and service delivery
• Ensuring a consistent and high standard of customer experience
• Supporting stock control, ordering, and basic cost management
• Assisting with the training and development of team members
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and operational standards
• Supporting overall performance and smooth daily operations

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a high-volume catering environment
• Previous experience supervising or leading a team
• Strong focus on customer service and operational standards
• Basic understanding of stock control and ordering processes
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and preparation standards
• A proactive, hands-on approach

Desirable

• Basic cooking experience
• Relevant customer service qualifications
• First Aid certification
• Food Hygiene certification

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £28,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time role
• Daytime-focused hours with limited evening work
• Opportunity to develop within a growing catering operation
• Supportive working environment with progression potential

The Environment

This role is based within a busy, customer-facing leisure setting. The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, with a strong focus on delivering a positive visitor experience.

The organisation values a practical, hands-on approach and offers an opportunity to grow and develop within an expanding operation.

Sound of interest? Please call Grace at KSB Recruitment on 07377802621 OR email your CV across to grace@ksbrecruitment.co.uk

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Salary: Circa £35,000 DOE
Permanent Position | Live-In Available | Immediate Start

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and creative Head Chef to join a well-established village pub in the Lincolnshire area that is currently undergoing significant investment and transformation.

This is a chance to become part of an exciting new chapter, working alongside supportive owners who are committed to restoring the venue's reputation and developing it into a thriving food destination. If you're looking for a role where your ideas will be valued and where you can genuinely make your mark, this could be the perfect opportunity.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will lead the kitchen operation, creating quality homemade dishes using fresh ingredients while helping to shape the future direction of the food offering.

The business currently serves approx. 60-80 covers inside and an additional 60 covers outside. Sundays are busy, with circa 80 covers (12-4pm)

The kitchen is open 12-8pm, so the shifts aren’t super late night, and no early mornings.

The menu focuses on traditional British favourites with a regional influence, complemented by seasonal specials and creative additions. You'll have the freedom to bring your own personality and flair to the food while maintaining consistency and quality.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience as a Head Chef or a strong Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
• Is passionate about fresh, homemade food and quality presentation.
• Has a good repertoire of dishes and the imagination to create exciting specials.
• Can thrive during busy service periods while remaining calm and organised.
• Leads by example and enjoys developing a positive team culture.
• Wants to be part of a growing business and contribute to its long-term success.

This role is not about fine dining or “flashy” cooking techniques. It's about producing honest, well-executed food that guests return for time and time again.

Why Join This Business?

Be Part of Something New

Join at the beginning of an exciting redevelopment project, with owners investing heavily to elevate the business and its reputation.

Supportive Ownership

Work for passionate owners who genuinely care about their staff, value input and treat people with respect.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy a role that offers flexibility outside of peak trading periods, including the benefit of no Christmas Day service.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of approximately £35,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.
• Shared tips distributed fairly amongst the team.
• 28 days holiday
• Around 45 contracted hours per week, with flexibility during busier periods.
• Time off in lieu where applicable.
• Staff meals during shifts.
• Permanent live-in accommodation- only pay for gas/electric!
• The opportunity to influence menus and showcase your creativity.

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef looking to take ownership of a kitchen, influence the direction of the food offering and grow with an ambitious independent business.

If you're passionate about fresh food, enjoy working within a respectful team environment and want to be part of an exciting journey from the beginning, we'd love to hear from you.

Please call Grace from KSB Recruitment on 07377802621 or drop me an email with your CV to grace@ksbrecruitment.co.uk

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Salary: Up to £34,000
Location: Boston, Lincoln
Accommodation: Free lodge on site.
Permanent Position: FT, 40hrs must be willing to work weekends.

Are you a passionate Head Chef looking for a fresh start somewhere that offers a fantastic work-life balance, affordable living and the opportunity to bring your pet with you?

KSB Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established hospitality business seeking a Head Chef to lead its kitchen operation in a stunning coastal setting.

This is a rare opportunity for a chef who wants to escape the rising cost of living, enjoy a slower pace of life and work for a supportive employer that genuinely values its team.

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £35,000
• Free accommodation provided
• Pets welcome
• Beautiful coastal location
• Reduced living costs with accommodation included
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to put your own stamp on menus
• Long-term career stability
• Immediate start available

The Role

As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.

You will lead and develop the kitchen team whilst maintaining food safety, stock control and labour management.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
• Fresh food background
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Good understanding of GP management and stock control
• Passion for delivering quality food and developing teams
• A positive, hands-on approach

This opportunity would suit someone looking for a genuine lifestyle move whilst continuing to develop their hospitality career.

To find out more, please contact Rachel Gibson on 07597 563 163 for a confidential conversation.

KSB Recruitment are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Kitchen Shift Leader – High-Volume Resort Catering | Okehampton

Are you an experienced chef ready to take the next step into a leadership role within a busy, fast-paced catering operation where teamwork, reliability, and communication matter just as much as cooking ability?

This leading UK resort operation in Okehampton is looking for a strong Kitchen Shift Leader to support and lead its established kitchen team within a large-scale buffet catering environment.

Catering for 300+ guests daily across a full-board hotel operation, this role is ideal for chefs with previous buffet or mass-catering experience who can work quickly, lead positively, and maintain high standards under pressure.

Working as part of a close-knit and supportive team, you’ll play a key role in helping deliver a smooth, efficient, and high-quality food service operation.

About the Role

As Kitchen Shift Leader, you’ll learn and oversee all kitchen stations, including Breakfast Chef, Buffet Prep, KP, and Lead Shift responsibilities.

You’ll supervise kitchen staff during service while helping deliver large-scale buffet meals efficiently and consistently.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who leads respectfully, communicates well, and understands how important team culture is within a busy kitchen environment.

The business is looking for someone seeking a stable, long-term opportunity — not a short-term stop-gap.

What’s in It for You?

• Pay starting from £16.25 p/h midweek & £17.05 p/h weekends
• Increased pay once fully trained and operational
• Weekly pay
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Potential on-site accommodation available
• Free meals during shifts
• Free uniform provided
• Free parking onsite
• Company pension scheme
• Discounted gym, sports & golf membership
• Death in Service benefit available
• Join a growing hospitality business investing heavily in refurbishment and development

Accommodation Available

• Single en-suite rooms available (£60 per week including bills)
• Double en-suite rooms available for couples (£50 each per week including bills)
• Communal lounge, kitchen, and laundry facilities
• Well-maintained staff accommodation onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen teams of 2–6 staff
• Cook large-scale buffet dishes including pasta, meat, vegetarian, and hot buffet items
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering
• Maintain high food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Support smooth service during busy occupancy periods
• Help maintain a positive and respectful kitchen culture
• Work across multiple kitchen sections as required

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a hardworking, reliable chef with strong communication skills and previous experience within busy catering environments.

You’ll be someone who leads by example, works well under pressure, and understands how important respectful communication and teamwork are within hospitality operations.

Previous buffet or mass-catering experience is highly desirable.

What You’ll Need

• Previous chef experience essential
• Mass catering or buffet experience preferred
• Ability to lead and motivate a small kitchen team
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Fast and efficient working style
• Flexible approach to shifts and weekends
• Excellent reliability and work ethic
• Long-term mindset and commitment

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established resort operation during an exciting period of growth and investment.

You’ll join a supportive team environment where hard work is recognised, development is encouraged, and long-term stability is genuinely valued.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an experienced chef looking for a long-term leadership opportunity within a busy high-volume kitchen, apply today.

If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community, including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.

Alternatively, you may email your CV directly to info@ksbrecruitment.co.uk, stating the role you are applying for and outlining your connection to the Armed Forces.

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Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef looking to lead a kitchen in a charming countryside setting? This is an exciting opportunity to take the reins at a well-loved country pub in the heart of Herefordshire, where you’ll have real input into menu development and the chance to shape the food offering.

About the Venue
This traditional country pub is located in the picturesque village of Weobley, surrounded by beautiful countryside and steeped in history.

Situated in the centre of the village, the pub enjoys views down the high street and serves as a hub for locals and visitors alike. With a welcoming bar and restaurant, the venue focuses on quality, seasonal food in a relaxed and authentic setting.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum + tronc

• Paid Overtime: Additional hours paid at national minimum wage

• Bonus Scheme: Around £100 per month (company performance related)

• Company Benefits: Staff discounts across a luxury hospitality group

• Career Opportunities: Options to work across UK and international properties

• Work-Life Balance: 45-hour contract, no live-in requirement

• Creative Input: Opportunity to contribute to menu development

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating and developing a brigade

• Overseeing preparation, service and kitchen organisation

• Driving consistency and quality across all food offerings

• Assisting with menu development and seasonal dish creation

• Managing stock, ordering and kitchen operations efficiently

• Ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up

• Passion for traditional pub food

• Strong leadership skills with a calm, hands-on approach

• Organised, reliable and a strong team player

• Flexible to work evenings and weekends

• Ability to work well in a rural, community-focused environment

How to Apply for the Head Chef Job
If you’re a talented Head Chef looking for a rewarding role in a beautiful countryside location with creative freedom and strong company support, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career in Herefordshire.

If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.

Alternatively, you may email your CV directly to info@ksbrecruitment.co.uk, stating the role you are applying for and outlining your connection to the Armed Forces.

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