Total 50 job vacancies by Manpower UK Limited

Experienced Commis Chef required for a well-known college based in Oxford. The right candidate must have an appropriate qualification to NVQ level 2 Commis Chef.
Details

• £13.75 per hour
• Temporary assignment, potential temp to perm for the right person
• Shift times and days- 7-14:00, 14-19:00 hours

Qualifications and experience required:
Appropriate qualification to NVQ level 2 Commis Chef.

• High standard of culinary skills in all areas of the kitchen with demonstrable experience.
• Proven ability to prepare and cook food to the highest standard.
• Good communication skills and excellent time management.
• Positive attitude, reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good awareness of seasonal food.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• A flexible approach to hours and duties.

Apply today and we will be in touch.

Manpower Recruitment are looking for an experienced Food and Beverage Supervisor for an established College in Oxford City Centre.

The role is working Full Time, working 5/7 days, including mornings, evenings and weekends.
The role is paying £30398pa

Overall Objective
To assist the Front of House Manager in the organisation and supervision of catering services, providing the highest levels of service in the Dining Hall, Senior Common Room, Bar and Cafe's throughout the College both in term time and vacations.
Key Responsibilities

• Supervise each meal period to meet agreed standards of service while maintaining all hygiene standards
• Make suggestions to develop service standards to meet the changing needs of the College and its customers
• Organise and direct each meal period so that staff are assigned according to the needs of the level of service
• Monitor the appearance of staff, ensure they are correctly uniformed and meet approved standards of appearance
• Check stocks of china, cutlery etc as directed to ensure service level requirements
• Lay tables, plan table assignments, prepare and set up for meal service
• At the end of each meal period ensure wash up is clear and all service areas are clean and tidy
• Assist with the service of SCR lunch and dinner in the SCR and at High Table both in and out of term
• Assist with events including refreshment breaks, drinks receptions and al fresco dining throughout the college and its environs
• Clean and polish silver, glass and specialist service items
• Receive deliveries checking for accuracy and quality and ensuring correct storage
• Despatch and record wine issues to Hall and Bar as required
• Select and prepare SCR wines in advance of service
• Open and close bar at agreed times
• Check fridges and back bar and bottle up as required before the bar opens
• Cash up tills
• Prepare daily takings reconciliation as directed by the Steward
• Prepare staff rotas with the Steward
• Ensure bar staff report for duty on time and complete signing-in sheet
• Supervise casual bar staff throughout the shift
• Perform weekly pipe cleaning
• Maintain good stock control practice
• Maintain good order in cellar and stock room
• Ensure area behind bar is clean and prepared for service and left clean and tidy at the end of each shift
• Ensure areas are open on time and fully stocked
• Ensure areas are closed down and properly cleaned
• Order stock as required, in the absence of the Food & Beverage Manager

Benefits

• Free meals on Duty
• Discounted Annual Bus ticket to get you in and out of City Centre
• College close down over Christmas

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative

Manpower Recruitment are looking to recruit a Full Time Junior Chef, for an established college in Oxford City Centre.

The role is Full Time, working 5/7 days with the shifts on rotation on a 7am-2pm and 12pm-8pm start and finish time. (Some flexibility needed during busier times)

The role is paying £24960pa

The role

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Junior Chef to join a dedicated catering team in an established College environment.

The Junior Chef is responsible under the supervision of the Head Chef, for providing good quality catering provision for academics, staff, students and visitors throughout the term and vacation periods.

You will have the opportunity to experience a team environment which prides itself on quality and looks to continually improve on its food offering within a small and friendly College. This is a great opportunity to develop a culinary career, learning new skills in a crucial role within a committed team under the supervision of the Head Chef.

With our successful conference business, you will not only receive a conference bonus within this position but have an opportunity to experience catering for large banquets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present and cook high quality, fresh dishes within college guidelines including for events such as conferences and weddings as directed by the Senior Chef.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination.
• Prepare mise-en-place for all relevant menus.
• Work on own initiative without supervision and on occasion taking charge of a shift in the absence of members of the kitchen management team.
• Works well with colleagues and as part of a committed and dedicated team.
• Comply with College Security and Fire Regulations.
• Comply with Health and Safety, COSHH and all Food Safety legislation.
• Report maintenance, hygiene, and hazard issues to the Senior Chef in a timely fashion.
• Assist with accepting deliveries and ensure the standards of goods received.
• Carry out any other reasonable requests from the Kitchen Management team.

Selection criteria

Essential:

• Appropriate qualification to NVQ level 2 or equivalent.
• High standard of culinary skills in all areas of the kitchen with demonstrable experience.
• Proven ability to prepare and cook food to the highest standard.
• Good communication skills and excellent time management.
• Positive attitude, reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good awareness of seasonal food.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• A flexible approach to hours and duties.

Desirable:

• Good sense of portion control and reduction of food wastage.
• Previous experience of working in an educational establishment.
• Previous experience of working in a college environment where fine dining is offered.

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative

Manpower Recruitment are looking for an experienced receptionist for a busy College in Oxford City Centre.
The role is Full Time and working 40hrs per week and would need to be flexible with hours as expectations would be to work 5/7 days including weekends, evenings and Mornings.
Early shifts will be from AM and evening shifts will finish at 10PM.
The role is paying £28097pa.

Overall Objectives
To operate the security and front of house services of the College so as to provide a safe, secure and hospitable environment for members of the College and visitors to it.

The post involves contact with people at all levels within the College and the Receptionist must be polite and tactful on all occasions. The Lodge Receptionist must also provide advice and information to Conference delegates and members of the general public visiting the College.

Key Responsibilities
Security

1. Operate access control to the College in accordance with Governing Body policy.
2. Ensure the security of the College buildings and to take appropriate action when the fire or security alarms are activated.
3. Monitor CCTV images in College, complying with the College CCTV and data security policies at all times.
4. Monitor and test the College fire alarm system, reporting faults and resetting the alarms as required.
5. Facilitate building evacuations when Fire Alarms have been activated and liaise with emergency services as and when needed.
6. Respond to personal and security alarms.
7. Ensure a record is kept of all alarm activations and relevant departments are made aware of any issues requiring intervention.
8. Out of hours, liaise with Junior Deans on student welfare issues.
9. Issue keys to College rooms and to members, visitors, contractors etc and keep accurate records of issued keys. In the event of a guest/member losing a key, take corrective action as instructed by the Lodge & Guest Relations Manager, prior to the replacement key being issued.
10. Ensure the system is up to date with arrivals and departures, contacting the Conference office in the event of discrepancies.
11. Maintain accurate written accounts of accidents or other incidents occurring in College; and inform appropriate staff in cases involving illness of staff or Junior members.
12. Respond to emergency maintenance problems by liaising with contractors and the Maintenance department.

Front of House

1. Provide accurate information and appropriate assistance to members of the College and to Conference delegates and visitors.
2. Operate the lodge telephones; answer telephone enquiries, and record telephone messages.
3. Deal with incoming and outgoing mail via Royal Mail and College Messenger systems
4. Maintain forwarding addresses of junior members in residence and living out of Oxford.
5. Promote sales of souvenirs, etc. and operate the sales till.
6. Input B&B bookings from Speedybooker into Kx when requested by the Conference office.
7. Deal with B&B visitors enquiries and arrange safe storage of luggage as and when required.
8. Receive and forward to the appropriate department reports from visitors of room defects.

General

1. Perform other duties as directed by the Lodge & Guest Relations Manager, including maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the Lodge area.
2. Undertake general administration as requested by the Lodge & Guest Relations Manager.
3. Monitor Sloane Robinson BMS data and report problems as and when needed.
4. Oversee OSS cover and Conference team members when they are working in the Lodge.
5. Accept courier deliveries, sending emails to recipients and safely storing delivered items in lodge storage area.
6. Monitor parking of cars and bicycles on College property (site specific).
7. All lost property handed into the Lodge to be handled sensitively and appropriately.

Benefits

• Free Meal on Duty
• Discounted Annual Bus pass to get you in and out the City Centre
• Christmas College Close down

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative

Field Service Engineer

Location: South / East of the UK. Field/Home Office Based: daily travel to customer sites anywhere in the UK and Ireland, with occasional international travel for training (Germany or USA).

Competitive salary + Company car + Bonus potential +Excellent Benefits package

Hours: 42.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Manpower Engineering is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join a leading global company specialising in optical and precision engineering systems. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining cutting-edge microscopy and optical systems, ensuring excellent service and customer satisfaction. The role covers everything from site surveys and installations to repairs, maintenance, and decommissioning.

If you're ready to work with advanced technologies and contribute directly to customer success, we would love to hear from you!

Principal Purpose

As a Field Service Engineer, your main responsibility will be to provide technical service and support to customers. You will ensure equipment is performing to specification, diagnose and repair issues, and maintain service performance targets. The role requires you to act as a technical expert and key contact for customers, making sure their needs are met efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily service tasks, including diagnosis, repair, preventive maintenance, installation, and commissioning
• Maintain accurate and timely service documentation and records
• Manage spare parts, including ordering, installation, and returns
• Ensure tools and test equipment are properly maintained and calibrated
• Provide alternative solutions when repairs cannot be completed on time
• Offer technical support to customers and colleagues
• Participate in site surveys, meetings, and international training as needed
• Travel extensively within the UK and Ireland, with occasional international travel for training or meetings
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations

What We're Looking For

• 2-3 years of experience in electronics or mechanical service roles
• HNC/HND qualification or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong customer service mindset with effective communication skills
• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally,
• Valid UK driving license

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
• Company car
• Opportunity to work with world-class technology and contribute to meaningful projects
• Continuous training and career development opportunities

If you're passionate about problem-solving, technology, and delivering exceptional customer service, this is the role for you!

Next Steps:

Submit your CV now. We are more than happy to answer queries and help you with your journey.

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  Prior managerial experience in a senior position in a hotel or similar establishment of 4-5* quality
  


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  Computer literacy: experience with databases and booking systems
  


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  WSET wine qualification or similar
  

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  Ensure that provision of services meet or exceed the expectation of college members and conference delegates
  


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  Ensure service for each meal period to agreed standards of service, maintaining all food hygiene standards whilst ensuring all dietary requirement and allergens are correctly implemented
  


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  Make suggestions to develop service standards to meet the changing needs of college and its customers
  


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  Organise and direct each meal period so that staff are assigned according to service level needs
  


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  Monitor the appearance of staff, ensure they are correctly uniformed and meet approved standards of appearance
  


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  At the end of each meal period ensure wash up is clear and all service areas are clean and tidy
  


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  Effectively and proactively communicate with other College departments as required
  


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  Consistently monitor, anticipate and react to college members and customers' needs in order to ensure maximum College members and guest satisfaction at all College events
  


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  Drive the College van to support events taking place away from the main College site, if authorised.
  

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  In the absence of the Manger check and respond in a timely manner to all emails regarding Hall catering services
  


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  In the absence of the Manager prepare rota in consultation with the Catering Administrator, Hall, SCR, Bar and Cafe teams (including casual staff) whilst ensuring this is within pre-set budgetary limits
  


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  Carry out regular monthly stock audit in Hall, SCR and Café
  


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  Submit accurate time sheets and records of hours worked by all Hall staff and prepare staff wage sheets in conjunction with the Manager/ Catering Administrator for weekly sign-off by the Head Catering Services Manager
  


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  Check the catering department's internal and external bookings, from Kinetics (Kx) or the Meal Booking System from Mercury/Accurate Solutions
  


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  Deliver an efficient administration support function to the Catering Administrator and Manager
  


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  Liaise with Financial Controller regarding format and content of financial reporting for Finance team
  

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  Free Meals on site during working hours
  


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  Christmas College close down
  


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  Annual Discounted Bus Ticket to get you in/out of the City Centre.
  

Manpower Recruitment are working with an established College in Oxford City Centre.

We are recruiting for a Kitchen Porter Team Leader to support a busy college Kitchen.

The role is Hrs per week, with some flexibility needed for overtime during busier periods.

Shifts will include mornings, evenings, and weekends.

The role is paying £25365pa.

Purpose of the Job:

Under the guidance and management of the Head Chef and Front of House Manager, (senior chefs and Supervisors in their absence), the Kitchen Porter Team Leader will lead a small team of Kitchen Porters for keeping the kitchen and all catering area clean along all kitchen equipment, cookware and crockery. Along carrying out daily and scheduled cleaning tasks, the candidate will have also to organise, delegate, supervise and monitor all tasks allocated to all Kitchen Porters. The position involves good verbal and written communication, organisation and supervisory skills.

Key duties and Responsibilities:

As Kitchen Porter Team Leader, we will expect you to:

• Carry out any daily and scheduled tasks as required.
• Organise, delegate, and supervise the Kitchen Porters team with cleaning schedule and daily tasks.
• Operate the dishwasher with the cleaning of crockery and kitchen equipment when required.
• Ensure that the Kitchen and other catering area are kept clean, and that procedures are maintained to ensure standards are met.
• Follow all Food Hygiene, Health and Safety and College's policy and ensure that the whole team comply with them.
• Provide training and induction arrangements for new staff.
• Motivate and assess team performance.
• Assist with the order of PPE and COSHH products and ensure they are stored properly and used correctly.
• Report any maintenance and pest issue to Head Chef or Front of House Manager
• Ensure that all waste and recyclable materials (including College Bar) are handled correctly and kept in line with instruction to minimise the risk of infestation.
• Ensure that the bin area is kept tidy at all times and that all bins are crushed when needed.
• Ensure that collection and delivery of laundry are done on time and well look after.
• Work in all areas of the kitchen depending on the daily needs of the Head Chef or FOH Manager, which will include helping with the preparation of a wide range of fresh food.
• Aid with plated up to the chefs during service time including fine dining dinner.
• Check, in conjunction with the Head Chef or Senior Chefs, the completeness of all suppliers' deliveries and the correctness of their invoices.
• Work in a clean and organised manner, ensuring the unit kitchen is always left clean and tidy; ensure that all completed jobs are fully checked off before leaving the unit.

Selection criteria:

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Good time management and organisation skills

• Have experience in a similar position in a professional kitchen.
• Possess reasonable knowledge in supervisory and leadership.
• Be able to communicate clearly, professionally, and concisely and be able to follow and pass instructions carefully.
• Demonstrate a flexible and reliable approach to work and be willing to do overtime when required.
• Perform well in pressurised situations, with the ability to remain calm
• Be positive, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Demonstrate the ability to work constructively and collaboratively with staff as a Team player.

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative.

Manpower Recruitment are working with an established College in Oxford City Centre.

We are recruiting for a Kitchen Porter Team Leader to support a busy college Kitchen.

The role is Hrs per week, with some flexibility needed for overtime during busier periods.

Shifts will include mornings, evenings, and weekends.

The role is paying £25365pa.

Purpose of the Job:

Under the guidance and management of the Head Chef and Front of House Manager, (senior chefs and Supervisors in their absence), the Kitchen Porter Team Leader will lead a small team of Kitchen Porters for keeping the kitchen and all catering area clean along all kitchen equipment, cookware and crockery. Along carrying out daily and scheduled cleaning tasks, the candidate will have also to organise, delegate, supervise and monitor all tasks allocated to all Kitchen Porters. The position involves good verbal and written communication, organisation and supervisory skills.

Key duties and Responsibilities:

As Kitchen Porter Team Leader, we will expect you to:

• Carry out any daily and scheduled tasks as required.
• Organise, delegate, and supervise the Kitchen Porters team with cleaning schedule and daily tasks.
• Operate the dishwasher with the cleaning of crockery and kitchen equipment when required.
• Ensure that the Kitchen and other catering area are kept clean, and that procedures are maintained to ensure standards are met.
• Follow all Food Hygiene, Health and Safety and College's policy and ensure that the whole team comply with them.
• Provide training and induction arrangements for new staff.
• Motivate and assess team performance.
• Assist with the order of PPE and COSHH products and ensure they are stored properly and used correctly.
• Report any maintenance and pest issue to Head Chef or Front of House Manager
• Ensure that all waste and recyclable materials (including College Bar) are handled correctly and kept in line with instruction to minimise the risk of infestation.
• Ensure that the bin area is kept tidy at all times and that all bins are crushed when needed.
• Ensure that collection and delivery of laundry are done on time and well look after.
• Work in all areas of the kitchen depending on the daily needs of the Head Chef or FOH Manager, which will include helping with the preparation of a wide range of fresh food.
• Aid with plated up to the chefs during service time including fine dining dinner.
• Check, in conjunction with the Head Chef or Senior Chefs, the completeness of all suppliers' deliveries and the correctness of their invoices.
• Work in a clean and organised manner, ensuring the unit kitchen is always left clean and tidy; ensure that all completed jobs are fully checked off before leaving the unit.

Selection criteria:

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Good time management and organisation skills

• Have experience in a similar position in a professional kitchen.
• Possess reasonable knowledge in supervisory and leadership.
• Be able to communicate clearly, professionally, and concisely and be able to follow and pass instructions carefully.
• Demonstrate a flexible and reliable approach to work and be willing to do overtime when required.
• Perform well in pressurised situations, with the ability to remain calm
• Be positive, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Demonstrate the ability to work constructively and collaboratively with staff as a Team player.

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative.

Manpower Recruitment are looking for a full time Catering Assistant for an established college in Oxford city centre.
This is a permanent role paying £24000 and typical working shifts will be:
40 hours per week

These hours will be worked on a rota basis 5 days out of 7. Typical working hours as follows:
Tuesday to Friday: 12:30-20:30 or 07:00 - 15:30
Saturday: 07:30-14:00
* Times may vary during busy periods.

Main Duties
Food service

• To provide service from the Servery counter during breakfast, lunch, dinner. To notify the Duty Chef of food shortages prior to running out.

• On a rota basis, to oversee the running of the salad bar, and to maintain adequate food levels (as appropriate).

• To operate the tills in the Servery, as required.

• To clear away unused food after lunch, liaising with the Duty Chef to determine which foods should be kept (storing them correctly) and which should be disposed of. To clean tables in the Hall.

Food preparation and hygiene

• To assist in the preparation of the Servery prior to meals and to clean the Servery after meals, ensuring that the required standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times.

• To check and record temperatures.

• To clean Hall tables and lamps.

• To clean and refill the juice dispenser.

• To lay out food for the self-service lunchtime salad bar, and to ensure that adequate crockery and cutlery are available.

• To assist the Duty Chef with the preparation of buffet food for staff lunches.

• To prepare the SCR sandwiches on a daily basis.

• To assist the Duty Chef with food preparation in the afternoon (as required) and to pass prepared food to the casual waiting staff for service.

• To plate up meals as required for the Night Porters. To place these meals in the 'SCAF' fridge(s) for collection at night.

Cleaning and Presentation

• To ensure that all the required serving utensils are clean and ready prior to breakfast, lunch and dinner.

• To remove all clean crockery and cutlery from the wash-up trolleys or Green crockery trolleys, and store it in the appropriate place. To move the 'full' main plate hot trolleys from the wash-up area to their Servery positions, and to replace them with the empty or nearly empty hot trolleys.

• To assist in clearing away the plate trolleys during and after meal service.

• To assist with the cleaning of tables in Hall after meal service, and to assist with the moving of tables and chairs in Hall, as required.

• To regularly wash and sanitise the wash-up tables on either side of the glass wash machine.

• To regularly clean fridges, shelves, sinks and the ice machine in the Servery.

• To maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules within the Hall and Servery.

• When required, to assist in the general cleaning of the Hall and foyer/ entrance areas.

General

• To take the dirty laundry from the Hall and Kitchen to the Linen Room.

• To make coffee and clean, rinse and/ or de-scale the coffee machine, as appropriate.

• To assist with stocktaking.

• To ensure the Servery area is tidy.

• To undertake any other duties, consistent with the purpose of the post, as may from time to time be assigned by the Hall Manager, Head Chef or their representative.

Benefits

• Free meal on duty
• Uniform provided
• College close down at Christmas

If interested please get in contact with a Manpower representative

Seasonal Gardeners

Manpower is looking for experienced seasonal Gardeners to work across spring and summer busy periods for a client based in Oxford.

Details:

• Temporary full time work
• £11.44 - £12.49 per hour depending one experience
• Oxford City Centre based
• Must have experience

• Duties may include some of the following:
• General ground maintenance including sweeping and litter removal, mechanical and chemical weed control, ground clearance, manual and mechanical ground cultivation, chipping, shredding, and mulching.
• Pruning of shrubs, climbers and small trees.
• Border maintenance - cutting back, lifting, and dividing of perennial plants. Planting new material, staking, tying-in, dead-heading and watering.
• Turf maintenance - mowing using various types of machinery including pedestrian, cylinder and ride-on mowers, spiking, topdressing, over-seeding, turf lifting and laying, fertilising, weedkilling, strimming, and edging.
• Hedge maintenance - planting, pruning and cutting.
• Driving and routine maintenance of tractors and attachments. Carrying out daily and weekly cleaning and lubrication of machinery as required.
• Landscape work - under supervision.
• Nursery work - under supervision.
• Other duties as may be specified from time to time by Supervisory staff
• Using mobile device to record hours worked at sites, full training and device will be provided

Apply today and we will be in touch.

Manpower is currently recruiting for an experienced Lodge Receptionist for a client based in the Oxford City Centre. This role is to start asap until September. Flexibility is required as the post holder will be expected to, on occasions, provide cover for both the early shift (06:45 - 15:30) and the late shift (15:00 - 23:45). These will occasionally fall on a weekend. There will also be the opportunity to take up overtime.

Details:

• Rotational shift patterns
• £13.93 per hour
• The shifts are 8.75 hours long (over 4 days for full time)

Key duties:

• Act as first point of contact for the College and provide an excellent and professional reception and general information service for College and University members, visitors and members of the public.
• Assist guestroom reservations and the booking of teaching rooms if required.
• Check guests in and out of bedrooms using the event management Software, EventPro.
• Monitor the College switchboard and the Lodge and Bookings email boxes, ensuring enquiries have been responded to in a timely manner and filed correctly.
• Receive and sort incoming mail and book parcels in /out ensuring all records are up to date.

Essential The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Experience of working in a customer focused role and the ability to deal with a range of customers.
• Strong IT skills, including the ability to use Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and to learn databases and other systems.
• Flexibility to work different shift patterns and overtime when required.
• The ability to work confidently, courteously and pro-actively as an individual and as part of a team, sometimes with little or no supervision.

Desirable

• Experience of using an event management system.
• Previous experience of working in a Lodge or hotel environment.
• Previous experience of using an access control system (for issuing keys).

Apply today and we will be in touch.

Manpower is currently recruiting for a Catering Supervisor to work within a busy catering operation, providing meals and fine dining events. This is a busy role working as part of a friendly and supportive team, to provide a first-class service to the staff, students, visitors and external clients. You will work an average of 5 days out of 7, working a total of 36.5 hours per week. Shifts will vary to cover the hours of business requirements, including weekend and evening work. The normal hours of operation are between 7am and 10.30pm, with occasional events that exceed these hours. This role is busy and diverse and comes with opportunities for personal and professional development.

About you

You will have good communication skills, a positive attitude to customer care, preferably experience of supervising staff and working in the hospitality industry in a customer facing role.

What my client offers in return
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matter to them, so they offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

* An excellent contributory pension scheme
* 38 days' annual leave
* A comprehensive range of childcare services
* Cycle loan scheme
* Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
* Discounted bus travel and season ticket travel loans

The closing date for this role is noon on 15th April 2024 therefore if you are interested in being considered for this role please apply at your earliest convenience

Manpower Recruitment is looking for a Full Time enthusiastic Assistant Butler to join a busy College in Oxford, they candidate must be committed and reliable individual, to join the SCR/Hall Team on a permanent basis.

The College has developed the team to ensure that excellent training opportunities are available, flexible working is considered and straight shifts and staff support are offered. The post-holder will be involved in the highest standards of service in all catering service areas of the College.

The salary is in the region of £27,149 per annum, based on previous skills and experience.

This post will provide an ideal career opportunity to join an Oxford college and work as part of a team where a very high quality of food and level of service is provided. This role will involve supervising formal dinners, waiting on tables, setting up tables, liaising with the catering team and servicing college events.

The full-time working hours are 40 hours a week, with some evening and weekend shifts.

College benefits include Free meals when on duty, university discounts, access to leisure services, development and training opportunities, bus pass scheme, and health and an excellent pension scheme.

General Overview The SCR/Hall team is a well-regarded, experienced department whose full-time management team comprises of: A Head Butler, Two Deputy Head Butlers , The team also includes Assistant Butlers, Catering Service Assistants, SCR/Hall Assistants, SCR Assistant and additional support from casual workers on a flexible basis.
The team works closely together to support one another, if required, and regular team meetings are held to ensure everyone is kept up to date with key events.

The Assistant Butler/ F&B Supervisor is a key supervisory role in the department and reports to the Head Butler in the first instance.

The role is responsible for the day-to-day supervision, administration, and maintenance of the highest standard of service in all catering service areas and will be expected to oversee formal dinners and other catering events.

Responsibilities and duties
1. In conjunction with the Head Butler, assist with the supervision of all catering events and liaise as necessary with other departments

2. Assist with the supervision, training and welfare of all full and part-time catering service staff and the allocation of their duties.

3. Under the direction of the Head Butler maintain all catering areas to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene and repair

4. In conjunction with the Head Butler, be responsible for the general security of all catering areas

5. Carry out daily routine tasks for example waiting on table; setting up tables and servicing

college events; operating equipment; assisting in food service; cleaning of all service areas and ensuring this meets with hygiene procedures and regulations and cleaning schedule.

6. Maintain the highest standard of staff discipline, dress, hygiene and service

7. Ensure the most economic utilisation of labour, fuel, lighting, equipment and foodstuffs

8. Ensure compliance and observation of all H&S and Food Hygiene Regulations. Report any defects promptly to the Head Butler and or in his absence to the Domestic Bursar.

9. Ensure compliance with the College's food allergy policy for all catering events and liaise with the kitchen staff if required.

10. Process administrative tasks as required.

11. Communicate and liaise with other members of the SCR and the catering team, working as part of a team and ensuring that high standards are maintained. Updated: October 2023

12. Maintain records for relevant areas of responsibility.

13. Undertake training and development as and when requested.

14. Ensure that high standards of personal hygiene and presentation are adhered to at all times including the wearing of College uniform and PPE.

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative

Manpower Recruitment are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated chef to join us on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will join a friendly team of professional chefs with a wealth of experience and who are passionate about delivering high culinary standards. The role will involve preparing meals for a wide range of catered events in the College, including fine dining, garden parties and weddings.

Salary: £31,577 pa, depending on previous skills and experience with two additional £500 payments: on successful completion of your probationary period as well as the anniversary of your appointment.
Working straight-shifts, five days over seven and no need to work over the Christmas period or New Year's Day.

College benefits include: 30 days annual leave plus additional, attractive health and pension schemes, free meals on duty, professional development and training, travel schemes
General Overview

The Chef de Partie is responsible under the supervision of the Head Chef for providing the highest standards of catering, hygiene, and cleanliness.

This role requires a motivated individual with experience in catering and a passion for working with food.
You will be involved in the planning and preparation of a range of quality food within the College.
The post-holder will work as part of a busy kitchen team and be expected to provide cover during colleagues' absence and for events.
Responsibilities and duties

1. To work as part of the kitchen team under the direction of the Head Chef or deputy, producing the highest standards of food for routine daily catering and for special events according to menus. Events that are catered for could include: - Formal three or five course meals - Weddings and conferences - Meals for academic Fellows - Staff and student meals - Buffet lunches.
2. To prepare and present meals for College and private events with support from the Kitchen management team.
3. To play a key role in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
4. To ensure that work in completed in a timely manner in accordance with recipes or under the direction of the kitchen management team.
5. To maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, cleanliness and presentation always wearing appropriate uniform.
6. To comply with the Food Safety Act and General Food Hygiene Regulations.
7. To have an awareness and understanding of food allergens and how to cater for these.
8. To comply with Health and Safety Regulations including COSHH.
9. To undertake any necessary job-related training.
10. To ensure minimum kitchen wastage.
11. To ensure the security of stores, kitchen premises and equipment.
12. Behave in an appropriate professional manner to all members of College, visitors and staff.
13. To always maintain strict confidentiality.
14. To undertake any job-related training requested by the College Updated: April 2024
15. To work as part of a busy team and be flexible and willing to help colleagues when required.
16. To undertake any other tasks commensurate with the role as may be required by the Head Chef or supervisor on duty.

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Manpower Recruitment has an exciting position in an established University, for someone looking to take the next step in a busy kitchen environment as a Junior Chef De Partie.

The role is a Full-Time, Permanent role, working 5/7 days, including weekends, Mornings and Evenings working 40hrs per week.

Salary will be £26957

The ideal Candidate works in a busy kitchen and eager to learn, grow and develop within the role, in a university environment.

The post holder will be part of a busy team that fulfils the diverse catering requirements of a large College. They will be responsible for the preparation of a wide range of foods, consisting of breakfast and vegetable preparation and to produce food in the other areas of the kitchen. Assist Duty Chefs to ensure that all meals are produced in a timely manner and that the quality of presentation and production are of the highest standards. They will also be responsible for following the highest standards of hygiene and safety throughout. On occasions, the post holder will be required to work on their own as the Duty Chef, and during these times they will be responsible for all aspects of food production and presentation, security, hygiene, and health and safety within the Kitchen.

Main Duties
Food production/ service Breakfast
· To use the Hall menu to prepare Hall breakfasts. To top-up food rather than cook everything at once, thus preventing over production and giving a fresher product.
· To prepare sufficient food for staff breakfast at 8:45am.
· To prepare conference breakfasts in accordance with daily menu, including any special dietary requests. Vegetable Section
· To prepare and cook fresh vegetables, as required from the daily menus.
· To prepare salads as required from the daily menus.
· To assist Duty Chefs with all aspects of lunch/dinner service and to ensure that food is served at the correct time.
· To ensure that the quality of food presentation and production are of the highest standards. Sauce, Larder, Pastry, Diet Section
· To assist in these areas where necessary.
· To complete work from the communal lists when own work is complete.
· To assist the Kitchen Porters with all aspects of maintaining a safe, clean, and hygienic Kitchen, correct storage of food stocks and equipment, cleaning spillages, and disposing of rubbish in a timely fashion.
· To ensure that waste is disposed of in the appropriate manner, and recycling in the correct place.
· To work in such a way as to ensure that the highest standards of food hygiene are always adhered to, and to work in such a way that all relevant health and safety legislation is complied with.
· To undertake such other duties, consistent with the purpose of the job, as may from time to time be assigned by the Head Chef or their nominee.
Allergies:
* To be aware of and follow the College's allergy systems and procedures.
* To be able to answer customer queries on allergies correctly.
* To understand the importance of serving safe food to people with allergies and the need for this food to be of the same standard as the regular food.

Leave Entitlement:
In addition to public holidays, this appointment carries with it a leave entitlement of 25 days. 5 days of the entitlement are to be taken during the College's Christmas closure period and 5 days during the Easter closure.
Other Benefits:
Car parking; free use of the College Gym; a meal free of charge when served on days on which the post-holder is on duty.

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower representative