A fantastic opportunity for a Sales Manager to join us at Kimpton Clocktower!

You will earn a salary of £40,000.00 + 20% annual bonus.

At Kimpton, our shared mission is to make lives better through heartfelt human connections. This emotional investment drives all that we do, and it’s why you’ll love the work, too. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to act from the heart, to go above and beyond to create ridiculously personal experiences for each other and our guests!!

You can check out our instagram pages to have a look at @therefugemcr & @kimptonclocktower!

Kimpton Clocktower is all about providing a contemporary luxury hotel experience whilst building heartfelt human connections with guests and colleagues – we call it Stay Human. What more could you ask? It’s not just the humans who feel this, we extend this to all our furry friends, because our heartfelt connection does not end with humans!

Working at Kimpton is not just about working and it’s certainly not like working at other places. We value personality, individuality, creativity, doing right, continually improving, focus and passion.

Our passion is YOU…come as you are!

Here, you will have space to:

• Be yourself - bringing the real you to work, with your unique personality we want you to be who you are!
• Lead yourself – we trust you to make decisions and exert your creativity in order to provide our guests with heartfelt human connections, we trust you to do right!
• Make it count – you matter, and we will provide you with all the tools you need in order to create ridiculously personalised experiences for our guests every day!

We are looking for a talented individual to join this energetic team. Serving as the primary contact for our clients you will need to drive sales by identifying and qualifying leads and opportunities, work with our brilliant proactive sales team on converting the exciting events and groups leads for this beautiful hotel. You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key industry partners, including event planners, corporate clients, and agencies to foster long-term relationships with clients, encouraging repeat business, referrals, and positive word-of-mouth.

The ideal candidate will have a history of phenomenal conversion, the ability to charm and sell to our potential customers during a site visit, over email and phone. They would be able to showcase the hotel ensuring a seamless and personalised experience along with tailored sales proposals to suit the client’s needs..

As our Sales Manager, your key-responsibilities will be:

• New Business Development: Drive and deliver new direct business and build a strong pipeline in alignment with the hotel’s strategic objectives. Ensure sales targets for corporate rooms, meetings & events (C&B), and annual marketing plans are achieved, with ROI tracking.
• Account Management: Take ownership of corporate rate negotiations for both LNR and KNR accounts. Maintain and develop a portfolio of key accounts, ensuring long-term relationships and maximizing opportunities for the hotel.
• Sales Support: Collaborate with the sales office to convert local and KNR-generated leads for groups and meetings. Provide sales support to the Director of Sales (DOS).
• Reporting & Analysis: Deliver regular sales performance reports, track KPIs, and assess progress against targets. Analyse results and adjust strategies to meet objectives.
• Lead Generation: Conduct research to identify new business opportunities through social media, trade shows, and market analysis. Follow up on lost and denied leads to uncover potential business.
• Rate Negotiation & Contract Renewal: Support the team in re-negotiating annual rate agreements to ensure they align with the hotel’s financial goals and KPIs.
• Commercial Reviews & Strategy: Assist in the creation of consolidated board sales packs and commercial reviews for senior leadership. Play an active role in shaping sales strategies and business development efforts.
• Client Hospitality & Engagement: Lead client hospitality initiatives, manage performance trackers, and ensure effective use of sales tools.
• Representation & Brand Building: Represent the hotel at trade shows and industry events to build the Kimpton Clocktower brand and generate business opportunities.

To succeed as our Sales Manager, you will need:

• A track record of sales achievements with at least 2 years’ experience in the service and hospitality industry is essential for this role.
• Strong strategic planning skills, ability to look ahead and strategies in place to support the plans.
• A degree of knowledge of all market segments i.e. corporate, conference
• It is essential that you can work well under pressure, with minimal supervision and maintain high standards and attention to detail.
• Microsoft package skills and Delphi knowledge (desirable) Owns
• Corporate roomstracker Influences
• To demonstrate relevant functional experience and good knowledge of relevant topics and collaboration with other hotel departments

Our Sales Manager enjoys a range of benefits including:

• Becoming part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies - which means global opportunities!
• Extensive training, opportunities for career progression across the world, plus 2 paid days volunteering per year with a cause of your choice
• Subsidised childcare support
• Meals whilst on duty
• 31 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)
• We provide every colleague company sick pay and life insurance
• Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
• Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
• Don’t forget, bring your friends and take part in our generous ‘Refer a Friend’ programme!

If you are someone who likes to march to the beat of their own drum and wants to join a company which encourages authentic individuality, apply today to join us as a Sales Manager!

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Part Time Kitchen Team Member vacancy at GAIL's!

If you love the smell of freshly baked bread and always work with a smile, then please read on!

We are looking for Kitchen Team Members who have a passion to join the GAIL’s family and for great food made from quality ingredients. You should be motivated by teamwork and willing to help others. With no day being the same, you must be adaptable and positive to deliver our fresh food, bread and cakes to high standards whilst maintaining food safety standards.

You will be working at pace to prove and bake items for our beautifully presented displays. You’ll know our products and recipes inside out and take initiative to learn more.

Our bakeries open early so typically Kitchen Team Members will start early too – it will vary between bakeries but typically around 5:30am – 6:30am

As appreciation for being a reliable Kitchen Team Member who is always on time and hardworking, we will treat you to amazing benefits including:

• Free food and drink when working
• 50% off food and drink when not working
• Pension Scheme
• Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants
• 24 hour GP service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Twice yearly pay review
• Development programmes for you to RISE with GAIL’s

A fantastic opportunity for a Reservations Agent to join us at Kimpton Clocktower on a Full-Time contract!

You will earn £13.03 per hour, equal to £27,102.40 salary, plus on target bonus of 10% of annual base salary

At Kimpton, our shared mission is to make lives better through heartfelt human connections. This emotional investment drives all that we do, and it’s why you’ll love the work, too. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to act from the heart, to go above and beyond to create ridiculously personal experiences for each other and our guests!!

Check out our Instagram page @kimptonclocktower!

Kimpton Clocktower is all about providing a contemporary luxury hotel experience whilst building heartfelt human connections with guests and colleagues – we call it Stay Human. What more could you ask? It’s not just the humans who feel this, we extend this to all our furry friends, because our heartfelt connection does not end with humans!

Working at Kimpton is not just about working and it’s certainly not like working at other places. We value personality, individuality, creativity, doing right, continually improving, focus and passion.

Our passion is YOU…come as you are!

Here, you will have space to:

• Be yourself - bringing the real you to work, with your unique personality we want you to be who you are!
• Lead yourself – we trust you to make decisions and exert your creativity in order to provide our guests with heartfelt human connections, we trust you to do right!
• Make it count – you matter, and we will provide you with all the tools you need in order to create ridiculously personalised experiences for our guests every day!

As a Reservations Agent, you will build strong relationships with your clients through regular contact by telephone, e-mail and in person. You will also actively seek client feedback and sales leads wherever possible. All bookings will be made via our in-house system, creating written confirmations & function sheets.

Given the nature of this role, it is important that you have some Reservations Experience whether you have previously worked in a Hotel or a Destination Venue, or in a Sales administration role. Along with the above, you’ll pride yourself on your high levels of attention to detail and delivering our brand standards.

To succeed as a Reservations Agent, you will need:

• To ensure enquiries are managed to maximise sales, occupancy and revenue, including up-selling equipment, F&B and relevant hotel facilities wherever possible
• To accurately input all enquiries into Sales and Catering system
• To compile accurate function sheets, distributing weekly and discussing with Operations Team, accordingly, proving updates as require
• To actively work as part of a team to achieve the department objectives and budget
• To actively consider prevention, recovery and investigation of any complaints
• To liaise with clients to ensure that accurate details for each event & reservation are obtained
• To consistently deliver an excellent service to all guests and clients making enquiries or bookings at the hotel, with face to face and telephone meetings.
• To establish client requirements and identifying how the hotel can facilitate their needs
• To respond to all M&E enquiries in-line with company standard

Our Reservations Agent enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Becoming part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies - which means global opportunities!
• Taxi subsidy for shifts starting/ending between 23:00-06:00.
• Subsidised childcare support
• Meals whilst on duty
• 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)
• We provide every colleague company sick pay and life insurance
• Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
• Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
• Don’t forget, bring your friends and take part in our generous ‘Refer a Friend’ programme!

If you are someone who likes to march to the beat of their own drum and wants to join a company which encourages authentic individuality, apply today to join us as a Reservations Agent!

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Concierge, Malmaison

You are our first impression…

Welcoming our guests as they arrive outside the property, assisting them with their luggage and taking responsibility parking their cars is just the start. You will have just as much interaction with our guests as any other team member, if not more than any other team member. You will be setting the tone for our guests stay at Malmaison and as a result must be passionate about hospitality and delivering amazing service to our guests with a big smile.

Working as part of the front of house team you will be able to assist on check in and check out and room guests as they start their stay.

Local knowledge is an advantage as directions to the nearest attractions will be regularly asked as will questions about the history of the Hotel - don't worry we can help you learn all about Oxford, the unique features in the property and the attractions in the area. Booking tickets or recommending places to eat – no guest needs to worry as you will be on hand to assist!

A full clean driving license is required for this role.

Progression into a front office position is available for the right candidate

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We offer a Loyalty Bonus that pays up to 50% of your monthly salary every 6 months – just for doing your job * subject to terms and conditions*
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Interested?? Click Apply Now

Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

kitchen team member | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• have a genuine passion for fresh food, we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• like buzzing environments, keeping organised and have excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh clean uniform provided by us for each shift
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

With your support as a Kitchen Assistant at Browns Oxford, everything will run smoothly! You’ll make sure the kitchen is stocked up, clean, tidy and ready for the shift ahead; supporting the chefs to serve food to be proud of.

Join us at Browns Brasserie and Bar, serving up classically British food and service. From leisurely brunches to celebrations, afternoons teas to romantic dates, you’ll be at the centre of the action. If you put the ‘Class’ into classic, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to fit around you.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• Wagestream – A financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KITCHEN ASSISTANT YOU’LL…

• Set up the kitchen ready for the day.
• Help keep the kitchen clean during a busy shift.
• Work as part of a team, supporting the chefs to serve food to be proud of.

Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

As a Breakfast Chef at the Browns Oxford, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll thrive in a fast-paced service, working together as one team. Does this sound like you?

Join us at Browns Brasserie and Bar, serving up classically British food and service. From leisurely brunches to celebrations, afternoons teas to romantic dates, you’ll be at the centre of the action. If you put the ‘Class’ into classic, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

· Flexible shifts to work around your lifestyle!

· A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.

· 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.

· Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.

· Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.

· Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.

· Discounts on gym memberships.

· Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, we offer a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF YOU’LL…

· Prepare everything that is needed before service.

· Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out.

· Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

As a Chef de Partie at Browns Oxford, you will have a passion for serving great food, training great people and leaving a smile on our guests faces. You’ll run a section, ensuring your kitchen team are working together as one. Does this sound like you?

Join us at Browns Brasserie and Bar, serving up classically British food and service. From leisurely brunches to celebrations, afternoons teas to romantic dates, you’ll be at the centre of the action. If you put the ‘Class’ into classic, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to work around your lifestyle!
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.
  
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF DE PARTIE YOU’LL…

• Be a champion of brand standards with the ability to mentor Chefs and Kitchen team members.
• Run a section.
• Prepare everything that is needed before service.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Cook to spec and know the menu inside out.

Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Food And Beverage Team Member

Holiday Inn Oxford

The Opportunity

Looking for a role where you can showcase your passion for hospitality and create unforgettable guest experiences? Look no further than our hotel food and beverage team! We are dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality service, and we're seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team and help us deliver top-notch food and beverage experiences to our guests.

As a member of our team, you will be responsible for setting up the restaurant and bar for service, ensuring that all standards of presentation are met. You will serve as the face of the business, acting as an ambassador for the hotel and maintaining its brand reputation by delivering exceptional hospitality service.

At our hotel, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we encourage you to bring your unique personality to the role. Engage with our guests, take their food and beverage orders, use upselling opportunities to enhance their experience, and create a welcoming atmosphere that puts a smile on their face. Join us in delivering unforgettable hospitality experiences and be a part of our vibrant team!

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the lgh hotel portfolio.
• Access to the ihg employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (t&cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• A contagious enthusiasm and sincere desire to create memorable guest experiences.
• A natural ability to engage with others and a genuine passion for the hospitality industry.
• Proven experience in a hospitality environment, preferably in hotel or restaurant operations.
• The ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
• A self-starter with the capability to work independently without supervision.
• A positive outlook and approachable demeanor that exudes warmth and professionalism.
• A willingness to learn and a desire to develop within the role.
• An innate talent and self-assurance in your abilities, coupled with an exceptional attention to detail.

If you possess these qualities, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to be a part of our team and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding hospitality experiences.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn® Oxford hotel is conveniently located just off the A34, only three miles from Oxford town centre. Hotel guests can enjoy free parking and a short walk to the Pear Tree Park & Ride bus service for a quick 10-minute journey into the City Centre.

For those looking to explore further afield, Oxford Parkway train station is only five minutes away by car and provides easy access to London, while the designer outlet shopping at Bicester Village Retail Park is also within easy reach.

Within walking distance of the hotel are many of the University of Oxford's historic buildings, including the Radcliffe Camera and Christopher Wren's Tom Tower, as well as the Ashmolean Museum. Additionally, guests can take a short 10-minute drive to visit the birthplace of Winston Churchill at Baroque Blenheim Palace.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

Senior Chef De Partie – Term Time Plus Position

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Senior Chef De Partie to join our culinary team, providing an outstanding dining experience at one of Oxford’s prestigious independent schools. This is a fantastic role for a chef passionate about crafting nutritious and creative meals for a vibrant educational community.

Position Details:

• Hours: 40 per week
• Rate: £15.11 per hour
• Term Time Plus: 41 total weeks per year, consisting of 35.4 working weeks during the academic term and an additional 5.6 weeks of paid holiday.

As the Senior Chef De Partie, you’ll have a pivotal role in ensuring high standards in meal preparation and service for our students and staff. This position supports work-life balance and offers the opportunity to work within a well-structured, dynamic team dedicated to culinary excellence. If you are committed to delivering exceptional quality and are ready to advance in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re seeking an employer committed to your professional growth, who values your contribution, and who will invest in your future, then look no further! Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and cook menu items as directed by the Sous or Head Chef.
• Assist in the development and planning of menus, incorporating future food trends and innovative service concepts that align with the location’s needs.
• Support stock-taking activities when required.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of your section.

Client Service:

• Deliver prompt and efficient service to consistently exceed customer expectations.
• Remain customer-focused at all times, approachable, and dedicated to fulfilling customer needs beyond expectations.

People:

• Work collaboratively with your team, offering help where needed.
• Treat team members with respect, fostering a positive work environment.
• Guide and instruct Commis Chefs in food preparation and cooking techniques, as directed by the Sous or Head Chef.

Financial Management:

• Compile food orders for sections under your supervision, ensuring food standards and costs are agreed upon with the Head Chef.
• Monitor and record stock, deliveries, and wastage in line with company standards.
• Gain knowledge of food costing, sales mix, and menu planning.

Health & Safety, Food Safety, and the Environment:

• Adhere to the company’s hygiene, health, and safety policies.
• Follow the company’s cleaning schedules rigorously.
• Maintain food storage areas in accordance with hygiene, health, and safety procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for your personal development, with guidance from the Sous or Head Chef, and attend any required training.
• Demonstrate commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the business.
• Respond to reasonable requests from clients or Holroyd Howe management.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s safer recruitment and safeguarding policies at all times while at work.

Proven experience in a similar job is required, candidate will be subject to trade test.

There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:

• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Reward & recognition schemes
• People awards to celebrate our employees
• Work/life balance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary

We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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Title: Head Chef, term-time only!

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Annual Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Are you an experienced and innovative Head Chef with a passion for exceptional dining? Join us as the Head Chef for our prestigious independent school, Summerfields, located in the heart of Oxford. Here, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading and inspiring our culinary team, crafting memorable meals that shape a vibrant dining culture for students, staff, and boarders alike.

About the Role: At Summerfields, we provide a comprehensive range of food services, including breakfast, lunch, supper, and special event catering. The site operates 7 days a week to support boarding, but this position allows a balanced work-life routine. We value our team's well-being and are committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes professional and personal growth.

What We Offer:

• Contracted Hours: 40 per week, across 46 weeks per year (including 5.6 weeks of annual leave).
• Location: Set in an iconic, inspiring school campus, our kitchens provide a unique setting to elevate education-based dining.
• Career Development: As part of Holroyd Howe, this role offers opportunities for you to make a name in the industry, establishing new benchmarks for catering within educational settings.

This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your culinary vision to life and make a lasting impact on the dining experience of future generations. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, nutritious meals and driving a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!

Due to the demanding nature of this role, we are ideally seeking applicants with experience in contract catering or the independent education sector.

As our Head Chef your focus is to work closely with your teams to develop a great work relationship and together provide the best customer service.

As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of our students.
• Lead a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organised kitchen environment.

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume, quality-focused environment.
• You can demonstrate that managing, training, and supporting a team has been an important part of your career to date.
• Financially astute, you are very analytical and know how to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performance.
• Excellent coaching, delegation and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to thrive under pressure.
• Meticulous organisational abilities and a high attention to detail
• Empathetic, clear and highly effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective.
• Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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