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We have an exciting new vacancy for a Chef to join our team at The Britannia Wigan. Preparing high-quality food, following the guidance of our Head Chef.

Head Chef - School Catering & Events.Up to £35,000 per annum, dependent upon experience.Permanent | Full Time | All Year Round.Scarisbrick Hall School, Lancashire.As part of our hospitality and events programme, occasional evening and weekend working will be required.Whenever possible, this will be

Toby Carvery Waterside is looking for a Part Time Kitchen Team Leader to support the Head Chef and lead a busy kitchen.

As Part Time Kitchen Team Leader atToby Carvery - Waterside, you will support the Head Chef in building a kitchen to be proud of. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KITCHEN TEAM LEADER YOU’LL…. Train and inspire your Chefs and Kitchen Team to deliver food to be proud of.

Chef & Dessert Specialist Work Location: Scarisbrick Hall School Salary: Competitive Contract Type: Permanent Position Type: Full Time, Term Time Plus 4 Weeks (School Holidays) Reports to: Catering & Events Manager Hours of Work 40 hours per week, Flexible, typically between 11:00am and 7:00pm, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to adjust working hours when required to support school events, functions, operational needs, or staff absences. This may include working earlier shifts and additional hours on occasion. About the Role Scarisbrick Hall School is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and adaptable Chef & Dessert Specialist to join our catering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef who enjoys creating high-quality desserts, baked goods and pastries while also playing a key role in the preparation, cooking and service of the school's wider food offering. Working closely with the Head Chef and catering team, you will contribute to all areas of food production, helping to deliver exceptional meals and dining experiences for pupils, staff, parents and visitors. The successful candidate will be a flexible team player who is willing to support colleagues across all kitchen operations and actively contribute to the ongoing development of our catering provision. Key Responsibilities Food Production & Service Support the preparation, cooking and service of main meals, hospitality catering and special event menus. Prepare, cook and present a variety of high-quality desserts, cakes, pastries and bakery products. Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and wider catering team to develop innovative menus, seasonal dishes and new food concepts. Contribute ideas that enhance the overall dining experience and support the school's catering vision. Ensure all food is produced and presented to a consistently high standard. Prepare food to meet dietary, nutritional and allergen requirements, including allergen-friendly alternatives where necessary. Support healthy eating initiatives through the provision of balanced and nutritious menu options. Maintain efficient workflow during service periods and assist colleagues across all kitchen sections as required. Support catering for school events, functions, open days, hospitality and special occasions. Plan and coordinate workload to maximise the efficient use of kitchen equipment, ovens, preparation areas and production capacity throughout the working day. Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and wider catering team to schedule production effectively, ensuring equipment and resources are utilised to their full potential while maintaining food quality and service standards. Demonstrate flexibility by adapting production plans to support changing operational requirements, helping the kitchen team maintain efficiency during busy service periods, events and functions. Team Contribution Work as an integral member of the catering team, providing support wherever required. Demonstrate flexibility by assisting with different areas of food production depending on operational needs. Help create a positive, supportive and professional kitchen culture. Support the training and development of colleagues where appropriate. Stock Control & Cost Management Use food stock efficiently and minimise waste through effective planning and stock rotation. Support stock management procedures, deliveries and routine stock takes. Follow recipes, specifications and portion controls to maintain quality and manage food costs. Report stock issues and equipment concerns promptly. Standards, Compliance & Safety Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen and food preparation areas. Ensure compliance with all food safety, allergen, health and safety, COSHH and fire regulations. Follow HACCP procedures and school catering policies. Maintain strict controls to prevent cross-contamination and support best practice in allergen management. Complete production records and monitoring documentation accurately. Additional Duties Undertake any reasonable duties requested by the Head Chef or Catering & Events Manager. Attend training courses, team meetings and professional development activities as required. Support school events and catering functions outside normal operating requirements when necessary. Promote and safeguard the welfare and wellbeing of pupils in accordance with school policies. Person Specification Qualifications Professional Cookery, Catering or Hospitality Qualification - Desirable Level 2 Food Safety Certificate - Desirable Experience Previous experience working as a Chef, Sous Chef, Cook or Catering Professional - Essential Experience producing desserts, bakery and pastry items - Essential Experience working within a high-volume catering environment - Essential Experience within schools, education, hospitality or contract catering - Desirable Skills, Abilities & Personal Qualities Strong culinary skills covering both savoury and dessert production - Essential Passion for high-quality food and excellent presentation standards - Essential Ability to work effectively within a busy team environment - Essential Flexible and adaptable approach to work - Essential Strong organisational and time management skills - Essential Ability to work independently and use initiative - Essential Positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues - Essential Excellent communication and customer service skills - Essential Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines - Essential Creativity and enthusiasm for menu development and food innovation - Desirable High levels of attention to detail and consistency - Essential Other Requirements Commitment to continuous professional development - Essential Sound understanding of allergen management and food safety practices - Essential Willingness to support school events and occasional additional operational requirements - Essential Safeguarding Scarisbrick Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all other safer recruitment requirements. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV together with a brief covering email outlining your suitability for the role. TPBN1_UKCT

Mercure Haydock Hotel Location: Penny Lane, Haydock, WA11 9SG Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent Join Our Kitchen Team Mercure Haydock Hotel is a welcoming hotel ideally located in Haydock, offering comfortable accommodation, dining, leisure facilities, weddings, conferences, celebrations and memorable guest experiences. We pride ourselves on delivering warm hospitality, quality food and excellent service, whether our guests are joining us for a relaxing stay, a business event, a wedding or simply enjoying a meal with us. We are looking for an experienced, passionate and ambitious Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a busy hotel environment, enjoys developing others and is ready to take the next step in their culinary career. If you're passionate about great food, quality ingredients and creating memorable dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Sous Chef, you will be second-in-command in the kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef to support the successful day-to-day operation of our food offering. You will play an important leadership role, helping to ensure consistently high standards across our restaurant, lounge, breakfast service, events, weddings, conferences and banqueting. This is a hands-on position where you will lead by example, support and develop the kitchen team and help maintain excellent standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and efficiency. In the Head Chef's absence, you will confidently take responsibility for the kitchen operation, ensuring smooth service and maintaining our standards. What You'll Be Doing Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day management of the kitchen. Lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence. Prepare and present high-quality dishes in line with company and brand standards. Supervise, coach and develop junior chefs and kitchen assistants. Ensure consistency in food preparation, presentation and portion control. Support menu development and seasonal food offerings. Maintain excellent food hygiene, allergen management and HACCP standards. Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety requirements. Monitor food quality, wastage and kitchen efficiency. Assist with stock ordering, rotation and inventory management. Support the achievement of food GP targets and kitchen budgets. Maintain accurate food safety records and temperature logs. Work closely with the Front of House team to deliver excellent guest experiences. Support weddings, conferences, banqueting and special events. Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation. Assist with the recruitment, onboarding and training of kitchen team members. Promote a positive, respectful and collaborative working environment. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who enjoys leading people as much as creating great food. You will be organised, resilient and passionate about hospitality, with the ability to remain calm under pressure while maintaining excellent culinary standards. You will be comfortable working in a varied hotel kitchen where no two days are quite the same. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or experienced Senior Chef de Partie. Experience within hotels, restaurants or other busy hospitality environments. Strong knowledge of fresh food preparation and service. Strong leadership and team management skills. Experience supervising and developing kitchen teams. Good understanding of food safety, HACCP and allergen requirements. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen. Flexible approach to working evenings, weekends and public holidays. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Right to work in the UK. Desirable Skills Previous experience within a hotel kitchen. NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Professional Cookery, or equivalent. Level 3 Food Safety qualification. Experience with banqueting, weddings and conference catering. Menu planning and seasonal menu development experience. Stock control and food cost management experience. Knowledge of kitchen labour scheduling. Experience mentoring apprentices or junior chefs. COSHH and Health & Safety knowledge. Understanding of sustainability and food waste reduction initiatives. What We Offer At Mercure Haydock Hotel, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. We are committed to creating a supportive working environment where our team can develop, progress and build rewarding careers in hospitality. Competitive salary Complimentary meals whilst on duty Discounted hotel stays for you, your family and friends Career progression opportunities across Providence Hotels Ongoing training and professional development Employee Assistance Programme with confidential wellbeing support Company pension scheme 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays Recognition and reward programmes Uniform provided Employee discounts across participating hotels A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment If you are an enthusiastic chef looking for your next opportunity and would like to play an important role in the kitchen team at Mercure Haydock Hotel, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKCT

Job Description Head Chef | Dog & Collar | Liverpool/n Lead a kitchen. Dog & Collar is looking for a Head Chef who believes great kitchens are built by great people.

Job Description Job Ref: DAL5656/n /n Branch: Maldron Hotel Liverpool/n /n Location: Maldron Hotel Liverpool, Liverpool/n /n Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary/n /n Contract type: Permanent/n /n Hours: Full Time/n /n Hours per week: 40/n /n Posted date: 10/08/2026/n /n Closing date: 10/09/2026/n /

Job Description An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Head Chef to work in an exceptional care home based in the Thetford, Norfolk area.

Job Description Head Chef, New Opening, South West London/n Salary: Circa £45,000 /n Location: South West London /n Contract: Full-time, permanent /n An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Head Chef to join an ambitious hospitality group ahead of the launch of its first venue.

Job Description Get Golfing CIO, a charity with a mission to make golf more accessible for all, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to join our team.

Avon Search & Selection is assisting a care home near Calne to recruit a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead the catering team and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals in a daytime, pressure-free environment.

Zizzi Restaurants in Solihull is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to join the kitchen leadership team. You will step in for the head chef in their absence, guiding the team to deliver outstanding dishes and ensure profitability.

At least 3 years’ experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef. This is a hands‑on leadership role for an established Head Chef or Executive Chef with a proven track record of leading large kitchen teams, delivering exceptional food quality and driving commercial performance. This is not a first�

COREcruitment is seeking a Senior Head Chef for a new opening in Central London.

Work with the Head Chef to review the catering offer to meet the needs of the organisation. Looking for a Chef role that offers you a great work-life balance? At St Leonard’s Hospice, we are recruiting for a passionate and food focussed.

St Leonard's Hospice is seeking a Deputy Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.

You may be currently working as a commercial catering manager, school kitchen manager, care home head chef, sous chef, deputy kitchen manager or the manager of an independent business or equivalent. This is a suitable opportunity for somebodylooking for their first Head Chef appointment. Across your

Delaware North UK is hiring casual Senior Culinary Opportunities for Senior Chef, Chef De Partie, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and Head Chef to join our team at the London Stadium, in Stratford, Eas. Roles: Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef / Chef de Partie / Pizza Chef / Commis Chef / Kitchen Porter.

The Deputy Head Chef will work with the Head Chef to develop and modernise the food offering to meet the needs of our patients, staff, visitors and volunteers. In the absence of the Head Chef, the Deputy Head Chef will lead on the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, supervising the team to consist

This hands-on leadership role is for a proven Head Chef or Executive Chef with a track record of leading large kitchen teams and delivering exceptional food quality. Hospitality Staffing Uk is seeking an experienced Executive Head Chef to lead a high-volume fresh food kitchen in a busy premium inn a

Mitchells & Butlers is offering a Head Chef in Training role within one of the UK’s loved pub brands, Sizzling Pub & Grill.

St Leonard’s Hospice in York is seeking a Deputy Head Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality, patient-focused catering. You will work with the Head Chef to develop the offer, source seasonal produce, and manage a dedicated team across shifts.

You will have the ability to run the kitchen in the head chef's absence, understand the need for great leadership and have an unparalleled passion for food. Stepping into the Head Chef's shoes whilst they're away, running the kitchen and leading the team to deliver exceptional food, whilst ensuring

ASK Italian is seeking an Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef in England to join our passionate kitchen team.

Head Chef Jobs in Norwich & Surrounding Areas | Care Home Catering | £18. The opportunity to lead a kitchen team within a supportive care home setting Enhanced DBS covered by the company if you don't already hold a transferable online DBS A fast-paced, engaging environment to showcase your culinary

An experienced Head Chef, with at least 3 to 5 years at this level in a high-quality or Michelin-starred kitchen. Head Chef, Luso - Michelin Guide (Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia, London). We are looking for a passionate Head Chef who will lead and inspire the kitchen team at Luso.

Experienced Head Chef or accomplished Senior Sous Chef ready to step up. The role requires a chef with a strong understanding of.

Salary: £38,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience).Full-time position (weekend availability required).Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen.Prepare and serve high-quality traditional pub food and classic daily roasts and full Sunday roast menu.Develop and maintainseasona

Lead a kitchen team in a luxury care home, creating menus and inspiring diners.Requires passion, flair, and experience.

Head Chef position at a prestigious hotel in Wolverhampton, salary up to £45,000+ per annum.

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Events Head Chef to lead the banqueting kitchen at a prestigious 2 AA Rosette country hotel on the outskirts of Ipswich click apply for full job details.

Experienced Head Chef wanted for a high-volume activity center kitchen, managing a team and ensuring smooth catering operations for children and adults.

Seeking a confident Head Chef to lead a restaurant kitchen in a garden center, manage a small team, maintain standards, and create quality food.

Experienced Head Chef needed to lead a team of 16 in a kitchen environment, with a variety of shift times.

The Head Chef will provide nutritious meals, manage kitchen staff, oversee food preparation, and ensure high culinary standards.

Job DescriptionRegional Head Chef. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Regional Head Chef to join our Hospitality team. Proven experience as a Head Chef, ideally in a care or healthcare setting.

Are you a chef with experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with an emphasis on fresh and seasonal produce? Used to leading teams? Looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Then join Care UK, a multi award-winning care provider as a Head Chef.

Looking for a Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef.

Seeking a Head Chef to manage a care home kitchen, creating nutritious menus, managing staff and budgets, and ensuring high standards of food safety and resident satisfaction.

NEED TO HAVEA personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residentsHold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalentA good understanding of nutritionExperience of working with fresh seasonal foodThe ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence enga

Head Chef needed to lead the kitchen team at The George and Dragon pub.

Head Chef needed for a countryside hotel.

We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to del

Head Chef needed to lead the kitchen operations at a gastro pub near Norwich.

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering an outstanding culinary experience. Head Chef - CHG Hampshire Clinic.

The Head Chef will provide nutritious meals for residents and manage kitchen staff.

Experienced Regional Head Chef needed to oversee a cluster of homes in Essex, working 40 hours per week.