Total 80 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Poole, BH15 2AS

Join our team at Rockley Park Holiday located alongside Poole Harbour with views of the Harbour and the Purbecks.

Napier Road, Hamworthy, Poole Dorset BH15 4LZ GBR

Job DetailsPosition: Food & Beverage Outlets Manager    
Type: Full-Time / Permanent    
Bonus: Up to 10% Annual Bonus    

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Food & Beverage Outlets Manager, where your leadership skills will ensure every guest enjoys exceptional service and tasty treats from our F&B outlets! 

In this role, you'll be at the heart of an energetic F&B team, leading with clear direction and plenty of motivation. You'll inspire your team to hit their goals and keep up high standards by showing them how it’s done! You'll be hands-on with performance, offering feedback to help your team grow, tackling any challenges, and supporting their development. Managing resources like budgets and tools will be key to keeping things running smoothly. You'll also be the driving force behind fantastic guest experiences, continuously improving how we interact and solving any issues that pop up. Plus, you'll make sure everything stays safe, compliant, and on point with company policies and brand standards. This role involves managing multiple pop-up outlets including Cooks Fish & Chip’s, Costa Tuk Tuk, and Berties Ice Cream.   

Key Responsibilities    
Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and support the team to deliver excellent service and achieve targets.     
Guest Experience: Ensure top-tier guest satisfaction by addressing concerns, improving service, and driving a welcoming atmosphere.     
Performance Management: Monitor individual and team performance, providing regular feedback, coaching, and conducting performance reviews.     
Resource Management: Oversee staff scheduling, budgets, and resources to maximise efficiency and meet business needs.     
Compliance and Safety: Ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations, company policies, and standards.     
Problem Solving: Quickly resolve any operational issues that arise, ensuring smooth day-to-day running.     
Training and Development: Support staff development through ongoing training, mentoring, and creating growth opportunities.     

Requirements     
- Proven experience in roles such as Duty Manager, Store Manager, or a similar leadership role within the food service or retail industry.   
- Strong leadership and communication skills.    
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.    
- Exceptional customer service and problem-solving abilities.    
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.    
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills.    
- Experience in budgeting and financial management.    
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.    

What We Offer    
- Attractive salary plus annual bonus opportunity.      
- On-site accommodation, subject to availability and T&Cs.     
- An inclusive, supportive work environment.     
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support.     
- Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.     
- Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!     

How to Apply    
To apply for this role, click apply now and answer a few quick questions, which should take about 5 minutes. Once submitted, a member of our team will reach out to you. If shortlisted, our interview process may consist of two stages: an interview and a skills test.    

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us at: resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk    

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are ready to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be full-time, part-time or a job-share.

Bar Manager, Hotel du Vin Rate of Pay / Hours: £28,000 per Year plus Generous Company Benefits, Training & Development / 45 Hours per Week Type of contract: Permanent Location: Poole Great Minds Drink Alike… Why not get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn new skills and make a career for life with Malmaison

We’re pioneers of the modern metropolitan townhouse hotel, with an emphasis on chic, high quality bedrooms. Food and drink are central to the character of each Malmaison hotel; our bars and brasseries are popular destinations within their local areas. Each hotel is a unique transformation of a historic building, designed with a bold, adventurous vision of luxurious hospitality.

Malmaison offers something different to the usual hotel bar and our guests expect a high standard of banter, knowledge and entertainment when grabbing a drink whether it be a quick one (or two) after work, before a night out

You as Bar Manager will be a hands on operator who using your knowledge and experience will motivate, educate and inspire your team to deliver the best guest experience. You will have similar Bar Manager experience and with of worked within high profile bars. You will be used to high volume and delivering high standards whilst working under pressure.

We hold internal Cocktail Competitions where you or a member of your team will win the opportunity to showcase your cocktails by adding to the eclectic drinks menu and we encourage our Bar Teams to embrace the latest drinks trends.

There is a daily and weekly paperwork to complete, but you will be used to working with Stock Control systems and writing Rotas to a budget so this won't phase you, everything else can be taught on the job.
Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of?

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into an F&B Manager position – we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards.

Interested?? Click Apply Now 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 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

Plus on completing your probationary period you will be provided with:

• Private Medical Healthcare
• Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPI’s
• Critical Illness cover
• Life Assurance

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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Role Purpose

Food is incredibly important at B&K and our Head Chefs are the leaders in our kitchen. You will live and breathe food, be passionate about detail and take pride in your work. You will be an expert at getting the best out of people, able to coach and develop your team to deliver flawless execution within a fun and supportive environment. You are friendly, approachable and understand that communication is key to all departments, especially your General Manager. We value your work/life balance, therefore all of our Head Chefs are contracted to work 40 hours per week.

As a Head Chef in our Brewpubs, you’ll have the drive and determination to deliver an excellent service, every single day. Your main responsibilities include managing the food stock, ensuring safe working practices, you’ll also be managing the food safety regulations in your Brewpub kitchen by leading your team correctly. You’ll take a front foot in the preparation and cooking of our menu, ensuring it leaves the kitchen to perfect specification for our guests and will be given creative opportunities to develop dishes for our menu.

Benefits of being a B&K Head Chef

• Award winning employer – Best Brewing Pub Company & Best Companies Accredited 2023
• Competitive Salary tronc
• Earn up to an additional £5000 per year on top of your annual salary with our bonus scheme
• 40 Hour working week (Full time equivalent)
• Access your pay early with Hastee Pay, including financial wellbeing support
• Free team meal on every shift
• 30% off Food, Drink, Accommodation & Experience’s in our Brewpubs and more
• Access to Brewhub – with over 3000 discounts & cashback opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual incentive trips and benefits
• Access to award winning learning & development and apprenticeship programmes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Flexible shifts to fit in with life!

At Brewhouse & Kitchen we are a ‘people first’ business, we value difference and want everyone to be able to bring their true selves to work. We are committed to equality of opportunity for our colleagues and welcome applications from all sections of society regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and family leave, ethnicity, religion/belief, marriage/civil partnerships or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Brewhouse & Kitchen are a Disability Confident employer, if you have a disability or additional needs that require adjustments, please do not hesitate to let us know at the point of application.

If all of this sounds exciting to you, then click ‘apply’ now!

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCPNEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK*Terms & conditions applyIf you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebre life, Barchester is the place to be.

Join our team at Rockley Park Holiday located alongside Poole Harbour with views of the Harbour and the Purbecks.

Napier Road, Hamworthy, Poole Dorset BH15 4LZ GBR

Job DetailsJoin Our Team This Winter: Spread Holiday Cheer as a Restaurant Team Member!

Are you ready to be part of a team that creates magical Christmas memories? We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Food and Beverage Team this festive season. If you love making people smile and want to be at the heart of holiday celebrations, this role is perfect for you!

Your Role in Our Festive Dining Experience:
- Serve our guests by taking orders and ensuring a delightful dining experience
- Deliver delicious food and mouth-watering drinks to tables with a smile.
- Keep the restaurant looking fantastic, clean, and safe for everyone.
- Work together with your teammates to ensure all guests are served promptly, keeping wait times to a minimum.
- Add a dash of Christmas sparkle and cheer to every interaction!

Flexible Roles to Fit Your Schedule:
We offer both full-time and part-time roles. Contracts are available from December 1st, 2024, to January 2nd, 2025, with flexible working hours that may include evenings and weekends.

What’s in It for You?
- Free access to our leisure facilities, including the swimming pool.
- Up to 50% off food on-site and 20% off in our shops.
- The chance to use our corporate box at the O2 Arena.
- Amazing discounts with national brands and retailers.
- 20% off holidays for you, your family, and friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels.
- Reward and recognition schemes to celebrate your hard work.
- Opportunities for training and development, including fully funded qualifications.
- Comprehensive health, well-being, and financial support programs.
- Enhanced family-friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria apply)

Competitive Pay Rates:
- 16 to 17 years: £7.50 per hour
- 18 to 20 years: £9.97 per hour
- 21+ years: £11.44 per hour
- Plus, enjoy enhanced pay of up to double the normal hourly rate on select days during the festive period

Experience and Qualifications:
No experience? No problem! Whether you’re experienced in the restaurant industry or new to customer service, we’ll provide the training and support you need to excel.

Who We Are:
We’re proud to be part of the award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. With 12,000 fantastic team members across 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ in Hemel Hempstead, we’re all about people and places.

What It’s Like to Work with Us:
At Haven, we cherish each team member's unique contribution and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We embrace flexibility and encourage our team members to bring their authentic selves to work. We offer a variety of working hours across a 7-day rota, including evenings and weekends, to suit your lifestyle.

Ready to Join Us?
We’d love to hear from you! Click “Apply Now” to start your journey. The application process takes just about 5 minutes, and a member of our team will be in touch soon.

What to Expect During the Recruitment Process:
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities, and industries. We’re happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility you may need, including part-time or job-share opportunities.

We care deeply about your experience during the recruitment process. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.

Join us and make this Christmas unforgettable for our guests!

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 Toby Carvery - Poole, 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 Toby Carvery, they don’t call us the ‘home of the roast’ for nothing! Our Toby Carvery family make every visit personal; we love having fun and we truly care about making great memories for our guests. If you love Yorkies as much as we do, 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

Come and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Restaurant Manager!

As part of our full time, permanent Food & Beverage Leadership Team, you will…

- Oversee the day-to-day front of house operation of the Parks main Restaurant, following standard operating procedures ensuring a safe and secure environment for all
- Deliver our performance targets against budget, manage stock, margin and cost control
- Complete relevant administrative tasks including team Rota’s, Safety and Legislative compliance checks
- Drive continuous improvement, provide solutions to issues and set goals for growth
- Lead and coach the team ensuring they work productively and develop professionally
- Engage and inspire the team to always be Guest obsessed
- Effectively recruit and train new team

What’s In It For You?
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool 
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops 
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena 
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers 
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels 
- Reward & Recognition Schemes 
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications 
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme 
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied)

Salary: Competitive plus Benefits, and the opportunity to earn up to 10% Annual Bonus

Experience and Qualifications
You may already be a Restaurant Manager, General Manager or Duty Manager which is great. Or maybe you’re an experienced Assistant Manager or Deputy Manager looking for the next step! All we are looking for is…

- Proven experience leading large teams in a Food & Beverage or similar environment
- Experience in managing operations, performance, resources and cost control
- Can confidently deal with Guest concerns and resolve problems
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills
- Strong decision-making ability
- Understanding of ‘Back of House’ as well as ‘Front of House’ Restaurant operations

Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What’s it like to work with us?
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

We aim to offer flexibility where we can, our Team Managers working hours are usually 45 hours per week over 5 days and could include evenings and weekends.

We would love to hear from you
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch.

What can you expect during the recruitment process?
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Join our team at Rockley Park Holiday located alongside Poole Harbour with views of the Harbour and the Purbecks.

Napier Road, Hamworthy, Poole Dorset BH15 4LZ GBR

Job DetailsCome and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Restaurant Manager!

As part of our full time, permanent Food & Beverage Leadership Team, you will… 

- Oversee the day-to-day front of house operation of the Parks main Restaurant, following standard operating procedures ensuring a safe and secure environment for all
- Deliver our performance targets against budget, manage stock, margin and cost control
- Complete relevant administrative tasks including team Rota’s, Safety and Legislative compliance checks
- Drive continuous improvement, provide solutions to issues and set goals for growth
- Lead and coach the team ensuring they work productively and develop professionally
- Engage and inspire the team to always be Guest obsessed
- Effectively recruit and train new team

What’s In It For You? 
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool  
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops  
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena  
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers  
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels  
- Reward & Recognition Schemes  
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications  
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme  
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied) 

Salary: Competitive plus Benefits, and the opportunity to earn up to 10% Annual Bonus

Experience and Qualifications 
You may already be a Restaurant Manager, General Manager or Duty Manager which is great. Or maybe you’re an experienced Assistant Manager or Deputy Manager looking for the next step! All we are looking for is…

- Proven experience leading large teams in a Food & Beverage or similar environment
- Experience in managing operations, performance, resources and cost control
- Can confidently deal with Guest concerns and resolve problems
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills
- Strong decision-making ability
- Understanding of ‘Back of House’ as well as ‘Front of House’ Restaurant operations

Who are we? 
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead. 

What’s it like to work with us? 
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

We aim to offer flexibility where we can, our Team Managers working hours are usually 45 hours per week over 5 days and could include evenings and weekends.

We would love to hear from you 
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch. 

What can you expect during the recruitment process? 
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share. 

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Job Advert

Join Our Specification Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specification Manager to join our chilled food manufacturing site, based in Poole.

At The Compleat Food Group we never just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone. Our aim is to
delight our customers and consumers every day, creating the best possible foods for shoppers needs and budgets.

Our site at Poole Bakery produces chilled savoury sausage rolls, hot pies, pasties and slices. The business has been producing
products at its current site since 1937 and previously as Millers of Poole.

Our ability to drive category growth for our customers is through our focus on understanding our consumers and our relentless
pursuit of innovation – we have the courage to think differently and challenge the status quo.

We work at the correct pace to make clear decisions and deliver on our commitments on time every time. Quality is at the heart of
everything we do, always. We take in pride in everything we produce.

We value everybody who works in our organisation. Everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to thrive and develop. Together
we will become number one for culture.

Location: Poole, BH15 2AS

Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Fridays 08:30-16:00 (some flexibility required)

Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE

Purpose:

To support the New Product Development (NPD) team in creating brand and customer specifications in line with company and customer
standards against legal labelling criteria. Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
whilst providing administrative support to group wide functions and specific specification customer requests.

Your Duties Will Include:

* Effective completion and maintenance of customer specifications and portal systems in line with customer category plans and
company agenda including raw materials, packaging and legality.
* Work alongside Procurement, Technical and Packaging to ensure that teams have acquired and maintained accurate raw material and
packaging supplier information
* Management of the specification administration process from concept, through to delist.
* Adhere to latest labelling guidelines and customer codes of practice whilst understanding customer policies and procedures
* Complete documentation in support of the product development team and wider business when required.
* Support artwork process and lead at site level to produce legal packaging in line with company, retailer and industry standards
* Support in customer/audit visits to site from a customer specification perspective
* Promote and follow safe working across site and advice immediately on unsafe work practices.



Experience:

* Customer specification system experience (food related)
* HACCP / Food Safety Training
* Meat analysis experience
* Critical path management
* Food manufacturing experience within an FMCG environment



Key Skills:

* Planning, organisation, and project management
* Communication at different levels of seniority across various teams
* Presentation skills
* Identifying solutions
* Microsoft Office including Excel and Word



Qualities:

* A passion for food - product tasting is required across multiple categories
* Problem solving
* Enthusiasm to learn and grow
* Self-Motivated
* Flexible attitude
* A team player with well-developed interpersonal skills



Benefits to Include:

* Hybrid working – minimum 2 days on-site
* On-site subsidised canteen and free parking
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme and well-being portal
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid



The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

The Compleat Food Group are a new food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to
eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over 5,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just
make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.

Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands
such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.




Job Title: Department Trainer – Food Manufacturing

Location: The Compleat Food Group Sterte Avenue, Poole, Dorset BH15 2AS
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 14:00 or 08:00 - 16:00 (with flexibility)

Your Role as Department Trainer:

As a Department Trainer, you will be key to ensuring that all employees are trained effectively and continue to grow in their
roles. You will be responsible for delivering “hands-on” training in standard operational procedures, supporting new starters, and
providing ongoing development opportunities for all employees. You will work closely with teams across the department, promoting a
culture of competence, initiative, and safety, while helping us maintain the high-quality standards that we’re known for.

Key Responsibilities:

* Hands-On Training: Deliver operational training for new employees, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to
succeed in their roles.
* Continuous Development: Provide ongoing training and development to all employees, fostering a culture of learning and
excellence.
* Support & Guidance: Be the go-to person for any routine questions, offering support and assistance to employees as they settle
into their roles.
* Health & Safety: Ensure that all work is carried out according to Health & Safety regulations, creating a safe and secure work
environment.
* Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of quality across all operations, ensuring that the team meets our rigorous quality
control standards.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, approachable, and driven to help others succeed. The ideal candidate will be a
natural problem-solver, a confident communicator, and a team player with a passion for learning and development.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
* Fluent in both written and spoken English.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills to record and analyse training data.
* High level of IT proficiency (especially MS Office tools like Excel).
* A self-starter with the ability to achieve goals with minimal supervision.
* A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and be coached.
* A commitment to quality, customer service, and Health & Safety practices.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work well under pressure.
* Previous experience in training or coaching is advantageous.
* Knowledge of the M3 system is desirable but not essential.
*


Benefits:

* Company Pension
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount



Why Join Us?

* Career Development: You’ll have the chance to grow and develop your skills while shaping the future success of your colleagues
and the business.
* Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a supportive and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
* Impactful Role: Your training and support will be key to building a strong, capable, and empowered team.



The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.




We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Kitchen Team

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

Benefits:

• Free Food on shift
• Plus Tips - You'll receive tips/Tronc*
• 50% off 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 £400 for referring pizza chefs and £1000 for referring managers
• Pension & Life Assurance
• Pay Rates: during your training, you’ll earn £11.44 per hour, and between £11.75 - £12.13 (dependent on location) when you’ve completed your training
• Learning and Development Opportunities to invest in you

You will be creating the star of the show, our pizza but your role will go beyond the kitchen – it’s all about enlivening the experience for our customers and making every bite memorable. Just be yourself, and we'll bring out the best in you.

What you’ll do:

• Food prep and dough management
• Cook our iconic pizza and pasta
• Work in a dynamic and energetic environment

Who we are:

Where those who love pizza can be their true self. Proud to be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.  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; we believe you should always be able to express 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. 

You love real cooking. We love real cooking. Customers love real cooking. It's a no-brainer so you wonder why so many other places don't do it. We do it, and you'll be doing it with us - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients.

You'll be part of a dedicated, supportive team, working from our flexible all-day menu to give people food that'll make their day. It'll be your responsibility to make each dish to spec, in a clean and safe kitchen, and to follow the lead of your Head Chef to make sure all prep and par is completed for each shift. You'll be helping every customer leave happy.
Which they tend to do. Thanks to your great food

The Good Stuff

Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Paid breaks
Staff food on every shift, regardless of hours worked
50% discount on food in all of three brands from day one
28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our supplier)
Christmas and Boxing Day off!
The best staff party - Loungefest
Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Company pension scheme
Long service awards
Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business

What you'll bring:

You may already have some kitchen experience as either a Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef, or this might be something brand new to you.
Driven and relentless, with a positive can do attitude.
Good communication ski lls and a team player.
Self-motivated to work at pace, with limited supervision
Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to all things Allergens, kitchen essentials and Food Safety.

If you want to find out more about us, follow us on LinkedIn or @life.at.lounge on TikTok

Job Advert

Join Our New Product Development Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Process Development Technologist to join our brilliant New Product Development (NPD) Team!

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group we never just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone. Our aim is to
delight our customers and consumers every day, creating the best possible foods for shoppers needs and budgets.

Our site at Poole Bakery produces chilled savoury sausage rolls, hot pies, pasties and slices. The business has been producing
products at its current site since 1937 and previously as Millers of Poole.

Our ability to drive category growth for our customers is through our focus on understanding our consumers and our relentless
pursuit of innovation – we have the courage to think differently and challenge the status quo.

We work at the correct pace to make clear decisions and deliver on our commitments on time every time. Quality is at the heart of
everything we do, always. We take in pride in everything we produce.

We value everybody who works in our organisation. Everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to thrive and develop. Together
we will become number one for culture.

Location: Poole, BH15 2AS

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 17:00 (some flexibility required)

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 DOE

Your Duties Will Include:

* Effective delivery of the New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) process from kitchen handover to
launch in line with customer category plans
* Lead the Process team to move product from kitchen to factory, ensuring all aspects of product quality are met and delivers the
agreed margin.
* Lead process team documentation to support product development to an auditable standard
* Lead the launch of product to agreed standards including supporting running of the trial, launch meetings and efficient
handover to Technical and production teams
* Understand and drive proactive process development initiatives which push production boundaries
* Support post-launch review through work with Technical teams for ongoing assessment of product quality, solving manufacturing
problems, driving continuous improvement, identify cost savings and efficiency to the business
* Support the organisation of customer visits and benchmarking panels
* Promote health and safety culture by following all Health & Safety requirements during kitchen and process development work
* General office duties and ad hoc projects




Experience:

* Passion for food, looking to start or continue career within food manufacturing
* HACCP / Food Safety Training/basic knowledge
* Experience working with own label chilled foods (desirable)
* Experience of dealing with customer relationships e.g. JS, Asda, M&S
* HND/Degree in food based/manufacturing subject (desirable)




Key Skills:

* Planning, organisation, and project management
* Communication at different levels of seniority across various teams
* Presentation skills
* Identifying solutions
* Basic computing skills




Qualities:

* A passion for food - product tasting is required (chilled savoury pastry products)
* Enthusiasm to learn and grow
* Self-Motivated
* Flexible attitude
* A team player with well-developed interpersonal skills



Benefits to Include:

* On-site free parking and subsidised canteen
* Internal progression opportunities
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme and well-being portal
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid



The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

Hygiene Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Hygiene Manager to join our brilliant Night Hygiene Team!

Based at our manufacturing site in Poole, you will be responsible for ensuring a high standard of cleanliness across the factory.

At The Compleat Food Group we never just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone. Our aim is to
delight our customers and consumers every day, creating the best possible foods for shoppers needs and budgets.

Our site at Poole Bakery produces chilled savoury sausage rolls, hot pies, pasties and slices. The business has been producing
products at its current site since 1937 and previously as Millers of Poole.

Our ability to drive category growth for our customers is through our focus on understanding our consumers and our relentless
pursuit of innovation – we have the courage to think differently and challenge the status quo.

We work at the correct pace to make clear decisions and deliver on our commitments on time every time. Quality is at the heart of
everything we do, always. We take in pride in everything we produce.

We value everybody who works in our organisation. Everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to thrive and develop. Together
we will become number one for culture.

Location: Poole, BH15 2AS

Working Days: Choose between Monday – Friday or Tuesday to Saturday

Working Hours: 21:00 – 06:00 (some flexibility required)

Salary: £55,000 - £58,000

Your Duties Will Include:

* Manage day-to-day hygiene activities, systems and pest management across the site.
* Management of hygiene management systems to the required standard.
* Drive continuous improvement in hygiene systems and standards across the sites through innovative ways of working and
collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
* Management, leading, training and development of the hygiene team.
* Hygiene adherence to company manufacturing standard, legislation and customer requirements.
* Implementation of technical strategy based on customer requirements and business strategy in relation to hygiene.
* Leading the function in audits and visits
* Operate as part of the site technical leadership team
* Control and management of site hygiene budget.
* Standardisation and delivering best practice across hygiene ways of working and associated systems including data analysis




Qualifications:

* Level 2 &3 Food Safety and Hygiene
* HACCP Level 2/3
* IOSH in Health & Safety principles (desirable)



Experience:

* Strong Technical and Hygiene acumen, health & safety, Listeria management, food microbiology and chemical management.
* Previous complex technical management and/or hygiene management experience at a senior level.
* Previous people management experience




Key Skills and Knowledge:

* Strong literacy and numeracy skills
* Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office, Hygiene Systems and ERP management systems
* Attention to detail and quality
* Ability to demonstrate and describe procedures effectively
* Successfully build and manage a team as well as motivate staff
* Self-motivated with a hands-on approach
* Good communication skills with professional and positive attitude
* Excellent interpersonal, influencing, coaching and negotiating skills
* Knowledge of food legislation and food safety principles
* Knowledge of BRC standards and quality management systems




Benefits to Include:

* On-site free parking and subsidised canteen
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme and well-being portal
* Community support groups
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid




The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.

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 at Miller & Carter - Poole, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you?

Join us at Miller and Carter, the home of the Steak Geeks. We take the bull by the horns. Picture perfect steaks, butchered, aged and cooked to perfection. We add a special touch to every occasion. If you fancy yourself as a steak geek, we want to hear from you.

All management employees are enrolled onto our unique and industry leading 3 day Steak School, and we are proud as the ONLY restaurant chain to be awarded ‘The Masters of Steak' accreditation.


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 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 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.

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