Total 80 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 1FG

09th November,
Join a supportive and friendly team working together to make a real difference not only   for the people we care for, but also each other Southern Cross Care has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Chef to join our SCC family at Aruma Lodge Residential Aged Care Home in Broken Hill This is permanent part-time role with a guaranteed minimum 60 hours per fortnight. What can Southern Cross Care Queensland offer you?

Competitive pay rates with the benefit of Not-for-Profit salary sacrifice options to take home more
Opportunity to join a supportive purpose driven organisation
Great staff culture
Ongoing individualised training
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families and support programs like Thrive (access 50% of your earned wages early)
About the role
In this rewarding role you will assist in the planning and preparation
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Chef ? Aruma Lodge

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Hospitality Host at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment for our residents so that we can give them the all-round care and support they deserve. We want our homes to be warm and welcoming with interesting events and first-class hospitality. As a Hospitality Host, you'll have an important part to play in making sure that happens. In particular, you'll provide a friendly, engaging and helpful service in our dining room and bar areas. It's a fulfilling role that will give you a real opportunity to enhance the lives of all our residents. ABOUT YOUYou don't need any particular qualifications to join us as a Hospitality Host, but experience in a similar setting would be ideal. Personable and caring, you'll take a genuine interest in our residents, engaging with them and their families on a regular basis. If that sounds like you, we'll give you every opportunity to develop your skills further with courses that are designed to give you confidence in all aspects of your role. Because you might be serving alcohol, you'll need to be over the age of 18. REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Food Production Operative - Bolton - Immediate Starts - Earn up to £16.37p/h - Apply Today!
Assist Resourcing are currently recruiting for Food Production Operatives to work for a fast-paced and very busy Food Production company. As the largest "own label" pizza manufacturer in Europe, our client is looking for driven and motivated Food Production Operatives to join their ever-growing team.

What does being a Food Production Operative entail?

- Working in the food production area
- Weighing & mixing raww ingredients
- Packing on a fast paced production line
- Boxing and palletising finished products
- Other general food production duties

Hours of Work for Food Production Operatives:

- Various shift times available
- Full-time and part-time opportunities

Why work for Assist Resourcing as a Food Production Operative?

- Immediate Starts
- Great rates of pay
- Full-time and Part-time opportunities
- Weekly Pay! (Friday)
- On-site Canteen & vending machines
- FREE, secure on-site parking & bicycle storage
- Free Lockers
- 24 hour support from the Assist Team

Click "Apply" now and our recruitment team will be in touch ASAP!

You may have experience in the following: Food Production Operative, Picker Packer, General Operative, Stores Operative, Production Worker, Manufacturing Operative, Food Industry Worker, Assembly Line Worker, Factory Worker, Food Preparation, Quality Control, Line Work, Food Hygiene, Temperature Controlled

Holt Engineering have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to join our client in Salisbury . . . . but with a twist!

This role is a bit different to your average Sous Chef role, the position will be working within a manufacturing businesses stylish on-site restaurant serving staff and visitors complimentary breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.

The kitchen serves home made dishes including baked goods, soups, hummus, deli counter dishes etc, so we are looking for someone with a creative flare as you will assist with the creating of the weekly menus.

This is a permanent role offering an immediate start and a salary of £25-26,000pa, working hours are Monday - Friday 7am-3pm.

Key responsibilities for the Sous Chef:

- Daily preparation of foods for each service
- Baking
- Washing up in an efficient and timely manner to accommodate company break times and schedules
- To adhere and comply to the company, Food hygiene and H&S regulations
- Assist the catering manager with stock takes and management as well as overseeing their duties in their absence
- Deliver and maintain the highest level of customer service
- Menu writing

Skills and experience to be considered for this Sous Chef position:

- Previous experience is essential
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Good knowledge of current legislation for Food Hygiene, H&S and Allergen awareness
- Flexible and motivated
- Up to date Food Hygiene Certificate

Benefits for the successful Sous Chef:

- 24 days holiday + BH, increasing with length of service
- Monday to Friday shifts
- Free parking
- Free food
- Employee discount
- Enhanced pension
- Wellbeing initiative

If you are an experienced Sous Chef looking for a change in environment then please apply with your CV and Yasmin will call you, this role will suit someone who can work quickly and efficiently but without the usual hospitality pressures!

Bank Kitchen Assistant Pay rate: £12.00 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available) ABOUT THE ROLE We’re currently recruiting for a Dining room host to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes. Coombe End Court offers compassionate, individualised day care, respite, residential and dementia care for up to 60 residents in two relaxing, friendly and comfortable households. We believe our professional expert care team are the best people to provide the
personal care our residents need. AND IN RETURN The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team: * Accommodation available for candidates relocating to the area. (T&C apply) * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * A workplace pension * Free uniform * Free DBS * Higher rates of pay at weekends * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out,
restaurants and much more ABOUT YOU You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. What we’re looking for is someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible. You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home. If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Kitchen Assistant within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today. ‘We reserve the right to close this role
before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested’

Cook Location: Bemerton Lodge Salisbury - opportunity to cover other Salisbury homes as and when needed Pay rate: £12.61 Contracted hours: 0 Bank - 7am - 5pm when required ABOUT THE ROLE Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work? Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours? We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals for our residents. Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents, to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll get to know our residents and their families so that you’ll be motivated to understand and accommodate their personal preferences. Some
weekend work will be required. In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes. Located in the heart of Salisbury, Bemerton Lodge offers compassionate individualised respite, residential and dementia care for up to 55 residents in relaxing, friendly and comfortable environment. Within the home, there are two households AND IN RETURN The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.
Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team: * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * A workplace pension * Free uniform * Free DBS * Higher rates of pay at weekends * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us * Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more ABOUT YOU You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen and catering for specialist diets, providing meals for large groups of people, alongside a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Ideally you’ll also be working towards a Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking or equivalent but this is
not essential. You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home. If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Cook within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today

Kitchen Assistant Location: Coombe End Court, Marlborough Contracted hours - 34 Pay rate: £12.00 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available) ABOUT THE ROLE We’re currently recruiting for a Dining room host to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes. Coombe End Court offers compassionate, individualised day care, respite, residential and dementia care for up to 60 residents in two relaxing, friendly and comfortable households. We believe our
professional expert care team are the best people to provide the personal care our residents need. AND IN RETURN The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team: * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * A workplace pension * Free uniform * Free DBS * Higher rates of pay at weekends * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. What we’re looking for is someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible. You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home. If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Kitchen Assistant within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today. ‘We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date,
with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested’

Bank Cook
Location: Purton
Pay rate: £12.61
Contracted hours: Bank hours

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work?

Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?

We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals for our residents.
Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents, to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll get to know our residents and their families so that you’ll be motivated to understand and accommodate their personal preferences. Some weekend work will be required.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Situated off the High Street in the village of Purton is The Cedars care home, provides devoted and personalised respite and residential care to its 49 residents. The home is bright and charming, with each individual bed-sitting room having a view of the surrounding beautiful countryside or of the home’s much-loved garden.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

- 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen and catering for specialist diets, providing meals for large groups of people, alongside a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Ideally you’ll also be working towards a Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking or equivalent but this is not essential.
You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Cook within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today

Bank Bourne House Bank Kitchen Assistant A mix of 08.00 - 14.00 or 12.00 - 18.00 including alt weekends Pay rate: £12.00 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available) ABOUT THE ROLE We’re currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes. Located in the historic Old Sarum, just north of Salisbury, Avon Court and Bourne House make up Avonbourne Care Centre. Each offers an elegant environment with
compassionate, individualised care in welcoming, relaxing, and homely households. You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. What we’re looking for is someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible. You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home. AND IN RETURN The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that
we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team: * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * A workplace pension * Free uniform * Free DBS * Higher rates of pay at weekends * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Kitchen Assistant within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today. ‘We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We
do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested’

This award winning well respected hotel are currently seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join their team of chefs.

As a Demi Chef de Partie you will be an integral part of the team to lead and learn on a section in the kitchen creating the finest dishes and working to the highest of standards. You will be working in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, however, you will still be required to produce dishes to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career and gain exposure to a range of cuisines and styles amongst a busy but experienced team.

Requirements for this Demi Chef de Partie role are:

Passionate about food
NVQ Level 2&3
Previous experience in a similar establishment
Food, hygiene and safety
Good organisational skills

Benefits of this Demi Chef de Partie position include:

Live-In Accommodation
Use of leisure facilities
One free meal whilst on duty in the staff canteen
Uniform provided
Staff shuttle bus
Generous discount for you and your family/friends
Annual overnight loyalty stays
Holiday entitlement which increases after 2 years’ service.
Excellent training and development opportunities

To Apply For This Role:

To apply for this opportunity, then please send us your most recent up to date CV to murray@firstcontactuk.com

Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information about this role.

Visit [firstcontactchefs.com](../) for other Great New Career Opportunities.

This is a permanent position.

All applicants will have a stable CV with excellent traceable references. The person to suit must be experienced in fresh produce

Should also possess NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certificate.

You must either be working in or a resident in the United Kingdom to apply for this position . You must be able to prove your Right to Work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role, you must be a UK/EU Citizen and have ILR/PR status or hold a work permit /visa with at least 2 years remaining .

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised. If we havent contacted you within 72 hours, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion for this position.

First Contact Chefs are passionate about fostering careers in the hospitality industry. We believe in professional career development, rather than simply placing candidates in jobs. We nurture talent to ensure an enhancement of our clients and the industrys reputation as a whole and we are a great supporter of "A Passion to Inspire" developing the relationship between the applicant and employer.

By applying directly for this position you accept that we can store your personal data. We promise to never pass your details on to third parties without your direct authorisation.

This award winning well respected hotel are currently seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join their team of chefs.

As a Demi Chef de Partie you will be an integral part of the team to lead and learn on a section in the kitchen creating the finest dishes and working to the highest of standards. You will be working in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, however, you will still be required to produce dishes to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career and gain exposure to a range of cuisines and styles amongst a busy but experienced team.

Requirements for this Demi Chef de Partie role are:

Passionate about food
NVQ Level 2&3
Previous experience in a similar establishment
Food, hygiene and safety
Good organisational skills

Benefits of this Demi Chef de Partie position include:

Live-In Accommodation
Use of leisure facilities
One free meal whilst on duty in the staff canteen
Uniform provided
Staff shuttle bus
Generous discount for you and your family/friends
Annual overnight loyalty stays
Holiday entitlement which increases after 2 years’ service.
Excellent training and development opportunities

To Apply For This Role:

To apply for this opportunity, then please send us your most recent up to date CV to murray@firstcontactuk.com

Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information about this role.

Visit [firstcontactchefs.com](../) for other Great New Career Opportunities.

This is a permanent position.

All applicants will have a stable CV with excellent traceable references. The person to suit must be experienced in fresh produce

Should also possess NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certificate.

You must either be working in or a resident in the United Kingdom to apply for this position . You must be able to prove your Right to Work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role, you must be a UK/EU Citizen and have ILR/PR status or hold a work permit /visa with at least 2 years remaining .

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised. If we havent contacted you within 72 hours, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion for this position.

First Contact Chefs are passionate about fostering careers in the hospitality industry. We believe in professional career development, rather than simply placing candidates in jobs. We nurture talent to ensure an enhancement of our clients and the industrys reputation as a whole and we are a great supporter of "A Passion to Inspire" developing the relationship between the applicant and employer.

By applying directly for this position you accept that we can store your personal data. We promise to never pass your details on to third parties without your direct authorisation.

This award winning well respected hotel are currently seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join their team of chefs.

As a Demi Chef de Partie you will be an integral part of the team to lead and learn on a section in the kitchen creating the finest dishes and working to the highest of standards. You will be working in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, however, you will still be required to produce dishes to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career and gain exposure to a range of cuisines and styles amongst a busy but experienced team.

Requirements for this Demi Chef de Partie role are:

Passionate about food
NVQ Level 2&3
Previous experience in a similar establishment
Food, hygiene and safety
Good organisational skills

Benefits of this Demi Chef de Partie position include:

Live-In Accommodation
Use of leisure facilities
One free meal whilst on duty in the staff canteen
Uniform provided
Staff shuttle bus
Generous discount for you and your family/friends
Annual overnight loyalty stays
Holiday entitlement which increases after 2 years’ service.
Excellent training and development opportunities

To Apply For This Role:

To apply for this opportunity, then please send us your most recent up to date CV to murray@firstcontactuk.com

Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information about this role.

Visit [firstcontactchefs.com](../) for other Great New Career Opportunities.

This is a permanent position.

All applicants will have a stable CV with excellent traceable references. The person to suit must be experienced in fresh produce

Should also possess NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certificate.

You must either be working in or a resident in the United Kingdom to apply for this position . You must be able to prove your Right to Work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role, you must be a UK/EU Citizen and have ILR/PR status or hold a work permit /visa with at least 2 years remaining .

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised. If we havent contacted you within 72 hours, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion for this position.

First Contact Chefs are passionate about fostering careers in the hospitality industry. We believe in professional career development, rather than simply placing candidates in jobs. We nurture talent to ensure an enhancement of our clients and the industrys reputation as a whole and we are a great supporter of "A Passion to Inspire" developing the relationship between the applicant and employer.

By applying directly for this position you accept that we can store your personal data. We promise to never pass your details on to third parties without your direct authorisation.

This award winning well respected hotel are currently seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join their team of chefs.

As a Demi Chef de Partie you will be an integral part of the team to lead and learn on a section in the kitchen creating the finest dishes and working to the highest of standards. You will be working in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, however, you will still be required to produce dishes to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career and gain exposure to a range of cuisines and styles amongst a busy but experienced team.

Requirements for this Demi Chef de Partie role are:

Passionate about food
NVQ Level 2&3
Previous experience in a similar establishment
Food, hygiene and safety
Good organisational skills

Benefits of this Demi Chef de Partie position include:

Live-In Accommodation
Use of leisure facilities
One free meal whilst on duty in the staff canteen
Uniform provided
Staff shuttle bus
Generous discount for you and your family/friends
Annual overnight loyalty stays
Holiday entitlement which increases after 2 years’ service.
Excellent training and development opportunities

To Apply For This Role:

To apply for this opportunity, then please send us your most recent up to date CV to murray@firstcontactuk.com

Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information about this role.

Visit [firstcontactchefs.com](../) for other Great New Career Opportunities.

This is a permanent position.

All applicants will have a stable CV with excellent traceable references. The person to suit must be experienced in fresh produce

Should also possess NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certificate.

You must either be working in or a resident in the United Kingdom to apply for this position . You must be able to prove your Right to Work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role, you must be a UK/EU Citizen and have ILR/PR status or hold a work permit /visa with at least 2 years remaining .

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised. If we havent contacted you within 72 hours, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion for this position.

First Contact Chefs are passionate about fostering careers in the hospitality industry. We believe in professional career development, rather than simply placing candidates in jobs. We nurture talent to ensure an enhancement of our clients and the industrys reputation as a whole and we are a great supporter of "A Passion to Inspire" developing the relationship between the applicant and employer.

By applying directly for this position you accept that we can store your personal data. We promise to never pass your details on to third parties without your direct authorisation.

Your new company
A Local Authority based in the West Midlands is looking to expand their environmental health team.
They currently have an established environmental team who help to deal with a wide range of food and health and safety issues from food hygiene and standards interventions, infectious disease and accident investigations.


Your new role
This role will involve supporting a wider team in order to deliver projects efficiently. Main duties will vary depending on experience, but they could involve:

• Delivering the full range of food regulatory duties
• Imported food inspections
• Infectious disease investigations
• Accident investigations
• Food hygiene and standards interventions

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this demanding but satisfying role, you will hold a relevant Environmental Health qualification and have experience of providing advice and guidance on regulatory and enforcement issues, as well as proven knowledge of legal processes and effective evidence gathering. You must be experienced in carrying out food hygiene inspections and investigations, including the preparation of reports for formal action and the service of statutory notices.


What you'll get in return

• £37,035 - 42,708 annual salary
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Hybrid working
• Staff Discounts

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will have:

• Basic understanding of food hygiene, safety, and health standards.

• Strong organisational skills to manage stock, maintain records, and ensure a smooth flow of lessons.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Patience and good communication skills, especially when working with students.

• Be prepared to undertake any relevant training as required, to support the function of the post and to enhance personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing ingredients, tools, and equipment needed for lessons and demonstrations, ensuring everything is ready for practical classes.
• Maintain, clean and set up workstations, ensuring a safe and clean environment. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, such as ovens, mixers, and utensils, - Keep records of risk assessments and COSHH documentation
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing food supplies, managing stock levels to minimize waste and avoid shortages.
• Support the teachers within the department during practical lessons by assisting students with safe handling of equipment and following recipes or instructions.
• Supervise students during practical sessions, helping to ensure they work safely and hygienically.
• Provide guidance to students, especially during practical tasks, to help them develop confidence in their cooking skills.
• Enforce health and safety regulations in the classroom, including safe handling and storage of food and equipment.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen resources and report any maintenance needs.
• Assist in organising resources and stationary for both Food rooms as well as creating and maintaining visual displays for the classrooms.

What the school offers its staff

Please see the Job Information Pack

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.