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Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role… Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: In the Dagenham area due to Business Growth Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6:30am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £35,000 Annum What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you'll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We're not in the business of making school food—we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What's in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you'll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students' lives. Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT

Position: School Catering Manager Contract Type: Temporary, Part Time Hours: 8/9am - 2pm (approx. 30 hours per week - term time only) Pay: £13.50-£15 per hour + Holiday Pay + Benefits Location: Chigwell, Essex Please be aware we may also have other available roles across Redbridge, Waltham Forest, Havering and surrounding areas Are you an experienced catering professional looking for a rewarding role in a school environment? We're seeking a School Catering Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our busy school kitchen. You'll be responsible for preparing nutritious meals for students and staff, managing a small team, maintaining excellent food hygiene standards, and ensuring a smooth and efficient catering service. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook and serve healthy, high-quality meals Supervise and support kitchen staff Manage stock levels, food orders and budgets Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety Keep accurate compliance and inspection records About You Previous catering or food preparation experience School catering experience desirable Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate is essential Strong organisational and team leadership skills Passionate about providing healthy, appealing food for studentsIf you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in delivering excellent food and service, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Claire or Hannah at Adecco Romford & London East (option 2) ASAP Why work with Adecco: Annual leave entitlement Perks at work - discount vouchers and points to spend Support program with 24/7 helpline Eye care vouchers * Competitive pension scheme Please note, you must already hold the Right to Work in the UK to be considered An Enhanced DBS is essential for the role. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (and vulnerable adults) and expect all staff to share this commitment. A registered Enhanced DBS check is advantageous, or you must be happy to have one processed at a cost. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Social Value Manager / Social Value Officer – Construction A well-established and growing construction contractor based in Barking is looking to recruit a Social Value Manager / Social Value Officer / Community Impact Manager to join its team. The company delivers construction, refurbishment and planned maintenance projects across London and the South East, predominantly within the social housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a Social Value professional with construction or social housing experience to join a growing business and play a key role in delivering meaningful social value and community impact across a range of projects. The company is open to candidates at different levels, so this could suit an experienced Social Value Manager, an established Social Value Officer looking for their next step, or a Community Impact Manager with relevant construction-sector experience. The Role – Social Value Manager / Social Value Officer Working across projects throughout London and the South East, you will be responsible for developing, coordinating, delivering and reporting on social value initiatives. You will work closely with Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Pre-Construction teams, clients, housing associations, local authorities, residents, schools, charities and community organisations to identify opportunities and ensure social value commitments are successfully delivered. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and deliver Social Value Plans across construction and social housing projects., • Work with project and pre-construction teams to identify social value opportunities at tender and mobilisation stages., • Deliver social value commitments throughout the project lifecycle., • Build strong relationships with clients, residents, local authorities, housing associations and community organisations., • Develop local employment, apprenticeships, work experience, training and skills development opportunities., • Coordinate school, college and community engagement initiatives., • Develop relationships with local charities, community groups and voluntary organisations., • Organise community events, careers fairs, volunteering and fundraising activities., • Identify opportunities to support local businesses and the local supply chain., • Monitor, measure and report on social value targets and outcomes., • Maintain accurate records and evidence of social value delivery., • Prepare regular social value reports and updates for clients and internal stakeholders., • Support tender submissions, social value responses and bid documentation., • Produce social value case studies and evidence of project impact., • Work with operational teams to ensure contractual social value commitments are achieved., • Identify local community needs and develop initiatives that create meaningful and measurable outcomes., • Support the continued development of the company's wider Social Value and Community Impact strategy. About You The successful candidate will ideally have experience within Social Value, Community Investment, Community Engagement, Community Development or a similar position, preferably within the construction, social housing, property or facilities management sectors. You will ideally have: • Experience delivering social value within construction or social housing., • Experience developing and delivering Social Value Plans., • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills., • Experience working with clients, local authorities, housing associations and community organisations., • Experience delivering employment, apprenticeship, education, training or community initiatives., • Strong project management and organisational skills., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Experience measuring and reporting social value outputs and outcomes., • A proactive and hands-on approach to community engagement., • The ability to work independently while also working closely with operational and project teams. Knowledge or experience of Social Value TOMs, PPN 002, HACT, Social Value Portal, local authority social value requirements or client-specific social value frameworks would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for a Social Value Officer / Social Value Manager / Community Impact Manager to join a growing construction business and take ownership of social value delivery across projects in London and the South East