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We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our Okeley Care Home in Chelmsford, Essex . You will become part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support and most importantly outstanding meal experiences for the people living in our care home. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned care home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the 'family' and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: Salary: £12.85 per hour 20/30 hours a week between Monday - Sunday. You will be required to work alternate weekends. Varied shifts on a rota basis between the hours of 8am - 7pm About the role: As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be required to assist the Chef to prepare and cook nutritious, healthy meals using fresh ingredients for the people living in our care home Work to scheduled meal plans paying attention to individual dietary requirements Always maintain excellent standards of hygiene Work in a fast-paced environment and support at mealtimes with the dining experience Respecting choice and preferences of the people we care for Check kitchen equipment and report any concerns or faults to the Chef. Understanding of Health & Safety, particularly in respect of Basic Food Hygiene, COSHH, safe moving and Handling and working within guidelines relating to cross infection What we are looking for from you: Experience of cooking for large numbers A passion for preparing and assisting with cooking of fresh, tasty, homemade food NVQ Level 2 OR (qualified by experience) in catering and hospitality 2 years' experience in a catering environment 12 months experience in managing a kitchen Excellent interpersonal skills as you will be involved in meaningful What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking Enhancement to pay on bank holidays Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer DBS certificate paid by Excelcare Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today - we look forward to hearing from you.

Premier Work Support are currently recruiting for a permanent Food and Beverage Team Leader to join a vibrant and growing team. You'll support the day-to-day running of caf s, restaurants, and bars, leading your team to deliver excellent service and a seamless customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. What we are looking for: Previous supervisory experience in a food & beverage or hospitality setting Level 2 Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certification Strong knowledge of both front and back of house operations Confident communicator with great leadership skills Customer-focused and passionate about delivering excellent service Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing, and supporting a team of F&B Assistants Managing team rotas and allocating daily duties Overseeing stock control, ordering, rotation, and waste management Handling stock deliveries and storage Serving customers at tills and tables Preparing hot/cold drinks and some food items Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards across all F&B areas Working closely with other departments to ensure smooth operations What's in it for you? This role offers a fantastic benefits package, including: Funded apprenticeships (Level 3-7) Medicash healthcare support & retail discounts Discounted BUPA dental plans Access to wellbeing and EAP services Gym, travel, and retail perks Cycle to Work & Costco schemes Parking available Please note : This is a shift-based role, and you will be required to work across early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as part of a 24/7 operation. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career we want to hear from you!

Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer - Hayes - Permanent Contract Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer £32,455 - £45,260 per annum - Teacher Training Provided 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Permanent Contract Hayes, London Start Date to be confirmed Deadline for applications 20th August 2025 At Clarus Education, we are working with an FE College who are seeking to appoint a Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer based in Hayes. We are seeking a full time Lecturer to join the Cookery & Hospitality team, based in Hayes. You would teach across a variety of Hospitality programmes including VRQs/NVQs in Professional Cookery from Level 1 to Level 3, and Apprenticeship Standards - Level 2 Production Chef, Level 2 Commis Chef and Level 3 Chef De Partie. The section has a restaurant (Revisco) that is open to the general public. You will need to be qualified to Level 3 in Catering/Cookery, with experience of teaching and in the subject area and experience of being a Chef in the Catering/Hospitality industry. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and inspire young learners aged 16-18. You will either possess or be willing to obtain a Level 5 teaching qualification, which the College will support financially in full over the two-year period of the course. Person Specification: Qualifications • Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Catering/Hospitality • Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (DET or equivalent) or willingness and ability to work towards a Level 5 FE teaching qualification, supported by the College • Assessor and Verifier awards or willing to achieve Knowledge and Experience • Experience of working in the Catering/Hospitality industry including experience of being a Chef • Up to date knowledge of developments and trends within the Catering and Hospital sector • Teaching and assessing experience in the area of Catering and Hospitality Other Skills • The ability to enthuse and inspire students • Good classroom practice • Good communication skills, written and verbal • Good interpersonal skills • Good IT skills • Using IT within the curriculum • Tutoring experience • Self motivation • Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding in an education environment • Commitment to learners and learner achievement • Commitment to implementing College compliance procedures and other policies • Evidence of continuous professional development If you are interested in this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer opportunity, APPLY NOW to be considered for an interview! To apply for this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer role now and will be interviewing at the end of August. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Apply for this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer role within 48 hours. Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you. Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer - Hayes - Permanent Contract Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer

Premier Work Support are currently recruiting for a permanent Food and Beverage Team Leader to join a vibrant and growing team. You'll support the day-to-day running of cafés, restaurants, and bars, leading your team to deliver excellent service and a seamless customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. What we are looking for: Previous supervisory experience in a food & beverage or hospitality setting Level 2 Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certification Strong knowledge of both front and back of house operations Confident communicator with great leadership skills Customer-focused and passionate about delivering excellent service Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing, and supporting a team of F&B Assistants Managing team rotas and allocating daily duties Overseeing stock control, ordering, rotation, and waste management Handling stock deliveries and storage Serving customers at tills and tables Preparing hot/cold drinks and some food items Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards across all F&B areas Working closely with other departments to ensure smooth operations What's in it for you? This role offers a fantastic benefits package, including: Funded apprenticeships (Level 3-7) Medicash healthcare support & retail discounts Discounted BUPA dental plans Access to wellbeing and EAP services Gym, travel, and retail perks Cycle to Work & Costco schemes Parking available Please note : This is a shift-based role, and you will be required to work across early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as part of a 24/7 operation. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an experienced and creative Cook to join our Hunters Down Care Home in Huntingdon. You will become part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support and most importantly outstanding meal experiences for the people living in our care home. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned care home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the 'family' and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: £16.65 per hour 40 hours a Week (minus unpaid breaks) 4 shifts per week between Monday - Sunday. You will be required to work alternate weekends. About the role: As the Care Home Cook, you will be required to prepare and cook nutritious meals using fresh ingredients. Schedule weekly meal menus, paying attention to individual dietary requirements Work with the Home Manager to ensure that ordering of stock is in line with budgetary requirements. Work with healthcare professionals involved in the support of people living in our care homes to ensure meal plans and dietary requirements fall into individuals support plans and risk assessments. Maintain quality assurance systems within the kitchen Undertake supervision of other kitchen team members Have a full understanding of Health & Safety as well as Food Hygiene issues, COSHH, and working within the guidelines relating to contamination and cross infection. You will be involved in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect What we are looking for from you: Experience of cooking for large numbers NVQ Level 2 in catering and hospitality 2 years' experience in a catering environment 12 months experience in managing a kitchen Excellent interpersonal skills as you will be involved in meaningful What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking Enhancement to pay on bank holidays Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer DBS certificate paid by Excelcare Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today - we look forward to hearing from you.

WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY Join the Harris Institute's new site in Peckham, where you'll play a key role in supporting teacher training and development across London and South Essex. As the first point of contact for our office, you'll coordinate recruitment and programmes for Initial Teacher Education, Assessment Only, and apprenticeships. We're looking for a confident, organised communicator who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working with a wide range of stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team driving excellence in education. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: First point of contact for the initial teacher education team, dealing with telephone calls and inbox queries. Maintaining accurate databases and evaluation records. Liaising with Harris Institute colleagues in Chafford Hundred and Beckenham to share information. Preparing information to respond to queries from stakeholders and suppliers including DfE. Maintaining the website ensuring that content is current, accurate and well presented. Images are changed regularly and out of date information is removed promptly. Organising team diary and bookings calendar to be shared with colleagues ensuring that the calendar is kept up to date and event clashes are avoided. Leading the administration and organisation for centrally run CPD, liaising with Academies to book training rooms, catering, and refreshments . Timely communications with participants undertaking training, confirming training times, venues and homework expectations ahead of training sessions. Supporting financial systems and processes, tracking trainee details, recording programme costs and sending information to finance so that invoices can be generated. Sharing invoices with schools and tracking payments. Producing clear and comprehensive communications to promote training opportunities e.g The Harris Highlights e-newsletter. Creating materials for events, documents, tasks sheets including printing / photocopying. Ability to accurately provide regular updates on Harris Institute activity. Organise meetings / schedules, take notes and circulate meeting information. Follow up on actions from participants / events. Supporting the implementation of Harris Institute and National Institute of Teaching process and procedures. Maintain responsibility for an efficient filing system both electronically and manually, this may include audio and document preparation. Proof reading and collate information for the production of marketing materials WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: General typing skills along with a working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Word, MS Teams, MS Forms and Outlook. A high level of attention to detail is required. Good interpersonal skills evidenced Experience of Apprenticeship administration reporting to DfE Experience of ITE administration and reporting to DfE Working knowledge of MS Publisher and using social media for marketing Experience of using Dynamics and PowerBi APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

Premier Work Support are currently looking for a permanent Food and Beverage Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day operations across our premium lounges, caf s, bars, and restaurants. You will lead the F&B team, manage stock, oversee rotas, and ensure high standards of service and compliance, all while working in one of the most exciting settings around. What we are looking for: Supervisory experience in a hospitality setting Level 2 Food Hygiene & Health and Safety Strong knowledge of both Front and Back of House operations Experience working to KPIs and managing budgets What is in it for you? Funded apprenticeships (Level 3-7) Medicash healthcare support & retail discounts Discounted BUPA dental plans Access to wellbeing and EAP services Gym, travel, and retail perks Cycle to Work & Costco schemes Parking available This is a shift-based role that includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays - trading hours between 03:00am - 00:00am - please note you will not be working all of these hours, shifts will fall in these hours. If this is the role for you, please apply today!