Total 139 Manager job vacancies in Kingston, KT1 1NR

Dual Site Shop Manager

Kingston upon Thames

Salary c£35,000 per annum plus benefits

Are you a passionate retail professional ready to make a difference?

This leading hospice based in Surrey, is seeking a dynamic Dual Shop/Store Manager to oversee two thriving charity shops in the local community. The Dual Site Shop/Store Manager role involves co-ordinating all retail activity across two shops in Kingston upon Thames, that are situated close to each other.

This includes leading a team of sales staff & volunteers to ensure there is an effective workforce in place to achieve shop KPI's and deliver excellent customer service across the shops. The Dual Site Shop/Store Manager will split their time between two shops, accordingly, to satisfy the commercial needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maximise Profits: Drive sales and increase income across the locations
• Team Leadership: Inspire and manage staff and volunteers to achieve shop KPIs
• Customer Service Excellence: Ensure first class experiences for all customers
• Visual Merchandising: Maintain high standards of presentation in both shops
• Stock Management: Implement quality control and pricing strategies
• EPOS Expertise: Utilise sales data to make informed business decisions

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven track record in retail/charity management
• Ideally Multi-site experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience gained working within fashion/clothing retailing
• Proficiency in visual merchandising and shop layouts
• KPI aware and driven

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• 27 days' annual leave, plus recognised public holidays - rising to 29 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme - promoting staff wellbeing
• Access to blue light card discount
• Access to Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to make a real impact in hospice care
• Professional development and training
• Supportive work environment
• Chance to lead and innovate in charity retail

Join the team and help turn compassion into action.

Apply now to become the charities next Dual Site Shop/Store Manager and drive retail success for a worthy cause!

By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.

To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:

Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.

The post will be based onsite at Kingston Hospital.



Working as part of the Dermatology & Plastic Surgery leadership team, the key requirements of the job will be to monitor and support the delivery of key performance targets, to provide support to the senior management team, and to provide Strong line management to the PPC and administration team.



You will be responsible for the management of the administration function across the services.


You will also be expected to assist and lead in formulation and implementation of service policies, service operating procedures and strategies through efficient use of resources. As part of this role you will evaluate and develop processes and systems to ensure a caring, quality service is provided both to service users and staff.


The successful applicant will need to be organised, methodical, have strong leadership, managerial and coaching skills along with a willingness to develop their role, the administration teams and the needs of the services.

A key component of this role, will be the validation of the Patient Tracking Lists (PTLs)


Compassionate- We treat everyone with kindness, understanding and empathy



Inclusive- We are respectful, fair and open, valuing everyone’s unique contribution



Collaborative- We work together across our teams and with our partners and are helpful, positive and supportive



Inspiring- We strive for the best for patients, communities, staff and partners and are always learning and improving

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This advert closes on Wednesday 20 Nov 2024

Assistant Manager

At Côte, we’re big on trust and have a culture built on camaraderie and friendship, which makes it easy to bring what makes you uniquely you, to the table.

The floor is yours as an Assistant Manager, as we have a passion for discovery and learning which gives everyone the opportunity to grow. We’re open minded and love to share ideas and learn from other’s experiences. Whether you know your career path, or your still figuring that one out – we’re ok with that, as we will give you the freedom to explore your potential!

The good stuff.


Permanent, full-time contract guaranteeing you 48 hours per week
We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
Treat yourself, family and friends to 100% discount off our food at any Côte
We love meeting new people who share our passion of making it special, which means you can earn a bonus for every time you successfully refer people to join Côte (T&C apply)
We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes, we have some big plans coming this year!
Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme
Employee assistance program – 24/7 support and advice for health, wellbeing, and financial issues
Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership


Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.

Assistant Manager

At Côte, we’re big on trust and have a culture built on camaraderie and friendship, which makes it easy to bring what makes you uniquely you, to the table.

The floor is yours as an Assistant Manager, as we have a passion for discovery and learning which gives everyone the opportunity to grow. We’re open minded and love to share ideas and learn from other’s experiences. Whether you know your career path, or your still figuring that one out – we’re ok with that, as we will give you the freedom to explore your potential!

The good stuff.

• Permanent, full-time contract guaranteeing you 48 hours per week
• We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
• Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
• Treat yourself, family and friends to 100% discount off our food at any Côte
• We love meeting new people who share our passion of making it special, which means you can earn a bonus for every time you successfully refer people to join Côte (T&C apply)
• We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes, we have some big plans coming this year!
• Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme
• Employee assistance program – 24/7 support and advice for health, wellbeing, and financial issues
• Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership

Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.

Join our team!

Are you a passionate Chef Manager? If so, we'd love you to join our team at Eden Primary School!

This role sits within our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services. Dedicated to providing high-quality, nutritious, fresh, and sustainable food for our younger generation, we're 100% committed to supporting a healthy diet.

What you'll be doing...

As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Motivating and managing a team
• Controlling and managing a budget
• Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and two suitable references.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 3pm Term time only

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Proven team leader experience
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
• Previous experience within catering essential

Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

• Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
• Term Time Holidays offering you flexibility
• Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

• Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

• Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

• Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

Dual Site Shop Manager

Kingston upon Thames

Salary c£35,000 per annum plus benefits

Are you a passionate retail professional ready to make a difference?

This leading hospice based in Surrey, is seeking a dynamic Dual Shop/Store Manager to oversee two thriving charity shops in the local community. The Dual Site Shop/Store Manager role involves co-ordinating all retail activity across two shops in Kingston upon Thames, that are situated close to each other.

This includes leading a team of sales staff & volunteers to ensure there is an effective workforce in place to achieve shop KPI's and deliver excellent customer service across the shops. The Dual Site Shop/Store Manager will split their time between two shops, accordingly, to satisfy the commercial needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maximise Profits: Drive sales and increase income across the locations
• Team Leadership: Inspire and manage staff and volunteers to achieve shop KPIs
• Customer Service Excellence: Ensure first class experiences for all customers
• Visual Merchandising: Maintain high standards of presentation in both shops
• Stock Management: Implement quality control and pricing strategies
• EPOS Expertise: Utilise sales data to make informed business decisions

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven track record in retail/charity management
• Ideally Multi-site experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience gained working within fashion/clothing retailing
• Proficiency in visual merchandising and shop layouts
• KPI aware and driven

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• 27 days' annual leave, plus recognised public holidays - rising to 29 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme - promoting staff wellbeing
• Access to blue light card discount
• Access to Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to make a real impact in hospice care
• Professional development and training
• Supportive work environment
• Chance to lead and innovate in charity retail

Join the team and help turn compassion into action.

Apply now to become the charities next Dual Site Shop/Store Manager and drive retail success for a worthy cause!

By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.

To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:

Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.

Are you a natural leader with a passion for retail and a knack for delivering outstanding customer experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can drive sales, motivate a team, and make a real impact on the business? If so, Winning Appliances wants you to join us as our Store Manager!

In this exciting role, you’ll be the face of the brand, leading a team to create unforgettable shopping experiences for our customers. You’ll inspire and guide your team to hit targets, boost sales, and ensure the store runs like a well-oiled machine. With a balance of strategic thinking, hands-on leadership, and operational expertise, you'll be the driving force behind the store's success.

• Be the brand ambassador, leading and motivating a high-performing team to create memorable customer experiences and organic business growth.
• Own the Store’s Profit & Loss (P&L) performance, using your strategic skills to optimise sales, manage inventory, and keep costs in check.
• Drive sales through smart planning, forecasting, and detailed reporting, ensuring the store consistently meets and exceeds targets.
• Manage the ins and outs of the store, from stock and cash control to display management, ensuring everything runs seamlessly.
• Recruit, train, and develop a dynamic store team, setting clear daily goals and empowering them to achieve big results.
• Deliver exceptional service every day, quickly resolving any complaints and making sure every customer leaves with a smile.
• Implement creative and effective visual merchandising strategies that make the store look stunning and drive sales.
• Use the Local Area Marketing Budget to execute impactful promotions that draw in new customers and keep loyal ones coming back.

Deputy General Manager. Assistant Manager.

Where those who love pizza can be their true self. Proud to be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.

Join our iconic Pizzerias as the second-in-command, where you'll lead with flair, honing your business skills. Dive into P&L management, seize sales opportunities, and drive your Pizzeria to commercial success. As a key player, you'll recruit, train, and coach a dynamic team, creating an unforgettable experience for customers. With development programmes and dedicated support, this is your chance to showcase your talent and elevate your leadership journey.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with the General Manager, providing support across all management tasks
• Maintain and uphold high standards consistently across quality, safety and food
• Lead and coach your team towards achieving outstanding success
• Strive for excellence in delivering memorable service to our customers

Who you are:

• Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire and lead a team effectively
• Financial Management: Exposure to managing a P&L, budgeting, or financial analysis to drive optimal performance
• Customer Service Excellence: Experience delivering outstanding service, understanding customer needs, and ensuring a memorable experience

Benefits:

• Bonus Scheme of up to 20%
• A share of Tronc*
• Free Food on shift
• Pension & Life Assurance
• 50% discount on food and drink when you’re not working
• Wagestream gives you access to up to 40% of your earned wages before payday
• Wellbeing Support for you and your family
• Referral Bonus of £1000 for referring managers
• Development and progression opportunities

Who we are:

We’ve been around since 1965, bringing pizza to the UK and have since grown to a multichannel, international brand. Our people are at the heart of our success and everything we do, and we believe you should always be able to express yourself.

Our values are:

• Head: we’re customer-centric, commercially minded and obsessed by performance in all we do
• Heart: we show our heart, are honest with each other and value everyone’s diverse strengths
• Home: we create a home, where everyone has a place at our marble table and can truly express themselves every day

All together, we see this as using your head, showing your heart and feeling at home

Here you can be yourself.  

Inclusivity and respect are at the heart of our business and are valued by our teams, customers, and suppliers. PizzaExpress and Milano is a place where everyone is welcome, and everyone belongs.  

That’s why we assess each application on the aptitude to do the job and nothing else. 

If you are invited to an interview, please let your interviewer know at the time of booking if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for you.

*Tronc, or card gratuities, is a fair way to pay gratuities to our teams.  All Tronc goes to you, shared between our waiting and non-waiting teams.  You’ll get this at the end of each pay period, along with your normal pay and it’s one of the best perks about working in hospitality

We are looking to recruit to a Team Leader and validator for busy Admissions department at Whipps Cross Hospital.

To provide support to Scheduling Delivery Manager and to cover when delivery manager is annual leave and manager a team of schedulers.

The postholder will lead a team of schedulers to ensure efficient and effective systems of work are carried out.

To go Daily Ops meeting and theatre planning meeting.

To run PTL meeting and manage day to day and managing staff members

Reporting to the Scheduling Delivery Manager and will be versed in RTT 18 weeks policies and processes. This post will be playing an important role in the co-coordinating of patients through their clinical pathway in line with the 18 weeks Program.

You will be supporting the Service’s monthly Clinical Governance and mortality meetings, by ensuring there is dedicated administrative support to the meeting. Including preparation, co-ordination of documentation and follow-up of all administrative actions.

You will be expected to work together with the administrative and clinical teams to provide high quality care for patients within all specialties.

The ability to forge close working relationships with Hospital administration staff, Clinical staff and other colleagues is essential to the post. A working knowledge of excel and other Microsoft programs is essential as is the experience of electronic patient record systems.

The purpose of this post is to actively manage the administrative processes of patient pathways and 18-week target, ensuring a smooth and efficient service for patients throughout their treatment by the Trust. Also, to ensure and participate in providing an effective administration service to the multidisciplinary team.

To ensure provision of comprehensive and efficient booking and scheduling services for patients, that adhere to the Trusts Access policy with national and local access targets.

The role requires the post holder to develop efficient and effective systems of work to ensure that patients experience good communication, choice, and a personal and responsive service.

To provide a consistent approach across the trust, standard operating procedures (SOP) will describe how the functions of this role will be carried out along with the timescales that will be adhered to.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Although this position is a 12 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may beslightlyshorter than 12 months.


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Although this position is a 12 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may be slightly shorter than 12 months.

Salary: M1-6/UPS & TLR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: January 2025

Are you the difference? Could you be our new Head of Art?

Come and play a vital role by leading our Art Department, ensuring our students receive the education they deserve and our teachers are guided by your expertise. In collaboration with colleagues, you will lead the Art team to deliver outstanding teaching to every child, in every classroom, every day.

If you have the teaching experience, curriculum understanding and leadership skills to be our Head of Art then we would love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

About our school:

Kingswood Academy is a national beacon of educational excellence. We are a school where our students make half a grade more progress, across all subjects, than other students do nationally; placing the academy as one of the highest performing schools in the region.

Our Vision is: to deliver world class learning, which places no limits on what young people can achieve.

We advise you to come in and speak with the Principal to discuss the above and shape the next 3 years of your career, please contact;

The role is due to commence: January 2025

Closing date: 12th November 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

PRODUCT MANAGER
HYBRID WORKING - HULL HQ + OTHER OFFICE VISITS
SALARY - £40,000 - £60,000

Your new role
A market leading organisation are looking to add a brand-new position of Product Manager to their Team. You'll work with every part of the organisation, at every level, including the Senior Leadership Team to create and execute the product roadmap. You will be responsible for collecting market feedback, identifying new product opportunities, conceptualising solutions, writing product requirements and working with the wider team to bring new products to market.

What you'll need to succeed
The role will suit someone who has at least 2 years+ experience as a Product Manager and someone who can demonstrate experience of working on complex software projects & products.
The key attributes that the Product Manager must demonstrate include - CUSTOMER FOCUS - fully understand our clients' needs to shape product decisions; PRODUCT EXECUTION - have the ability to oversee the entire product lifecycle; STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT - Build strong relationships across multiple teams; LEADERSHIP - Inspire & motivate all teams involved to achieve your goals; STRATEGY - Working with the CTO to define a clear product vision and strategy and be able to continuously refine the Product Roadmap.
Product Managers will need an understanding of AGILE, exceptional communication skills and the crucial ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.

What you'll get in return
In the short-term, this role will need to be based full-time in one of the Organisation's Offices to allow the Product Manager to work closely enough with the wider business - thereafter, the role can be worked on a HYBRID basis (3/2 split). The role comes with a salary of between £40,000 - £60,000 + benefits.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Assistant Manager

At Côte, we’re big on trust and have a culture built on camaraderie and friendship, which makes it easy to bring what makes you uniquely you, to the table.

The floor is yours as an Assistant Manager, as we have a passion for discovery and learning which gives everyone the opportunity to grow. We’re open minded and love to share ideas and learn from other’s experiences. Whether you know your career path, or your still figuring that one out – we’re ok with that, as we will give you the freedom to explore your potential!

The good stuff.

• Permanent, full-time contract guaranteeing you 48 hours per week
• We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
• Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
• Treat yourself, family and friends to 100% discount off our food at any Côte
• We love meeting new people who share our passion of making it special, which means you can earn a bonus for every time you successfully refer people to join Côte (T&C apply)
• We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes, we have some big plans coming this year!
• Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme
• Employee assistance program – 24/7 support and advice for health, wellbeing, and financial issues
• Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership

Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.

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.

The Role


Leading the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation
Develop nutritious and diet sensitive meals for residents and their requirements
Menu design and planning
Managing stock control and adhering to food cost guidelines
Ensure compliance with both Food Safety and Health and Safety in the kitchen
Training, supervising, and developing a team to help them make the most of their potential


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family


Alternate weekend and social friendly working hours
Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements* (*where applicable)
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Wellbeing support
Wagestream- access your wages at any time


Career Development

We have our own Catering Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new Catering Staff and we will give you all that’s needed to have a successful career as a Chef with us. Our high quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us.

We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.

Fixed Term Contract (January - July 2025) – Maternity Cover
We’re now seeking a Head of TLA, CPD & Digital TLA to be responsible for leading, delivering, managing processes and activities to improve teaching, learning and assessment, professional development, and promote the use of Digital technology across South Thames Colleges Group.
You will develop, track, and monitor robust systems and processes for teaching, learning & assessment (TLA), including close liaison with Group Managers and alignment to HR processes including observations and support processes. You will lead and coordinate the Group TLA processes and work closely with the TLA leads for each site, leading the TLA working group and ensuring all processes are fully implemented at all sites. You will create and update published various quality policies, procedures, and handbooks, including CPD and TLA paperwork, and oversee the development, maintenance, and resourcing of TLA & Digi Hubs at each site as a location to store equipment, deliver digital and TLA CPD, demonstrations and drop ins.
As Head of TLA, CPD & Digital TLA, you will lead and manage a team of Teaching and Learning Coaches to provide support and development to all teachers across the group as well as supporting the development of digital skills and digital pedagogy across the group.
This role would suit someone who is educated to degree level and who holds a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE or DET. You will be an experienced teacher with evidence of outstanding practice and have experience of evaluating and improving the quality of teaching, learning and assessment. This will include observation practice and developing individual teachers and teams.
You will have the ability to design, implement and manage quality improvement and professional development guidance, systems, and processes across all learning provision, and have knowledge of how to evaluate and report on performance and impact. Knowledge of FE quality frameworks and legislation including OFSTED EIF; white papers is also essential.
This position will involve working at and travelling across all South Thames College Group sites.
Closing date for the return of completed applications is 31st October 2024.Interviews to be held 8th November 2024.
The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees’ physical and mental health. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.
As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to achieve and progress.
When you click on ‘Apply’, you will be forwarded to the application page which sits on a platform hosted by an external partner called Blue Octopus who support STCG throughout the recruitment process.