Servery / Kitchen Assistant – Chorleywood, Rickmansworth Location: Burford House Care Home, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, WD3 5SQHourly rate: £12.71 per hour, plus 50p p/h weekend enhancementHours: 40 hours per weekShifts: 8.00am to 6.30pm, four shifts over seven days (must be flexible to cover alternate weekends)Job type: Permanent Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Servery / Kitchen Assistant to join our family at Burford House Care Home, a luxury care home, where the kitchen operates like a domestic kitchen, not a commercial one.We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.About the role:
Taking meal orders from residents and supporting them in making their choices where needed (especially for residents living with dementia or other cognitive challenges)Setting tables to a luxurious standard to create an exceptional dining experienceServing meals, ensuring they are presented to a high standard and at the correct temperatureEncouraging residents to eat their meals and or offering alternative choicesDistribute to and collect crockery from the residentsAssist in washing crockery, cutlery, cooking and serving utensils and kitchen equipmentMaintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas in accordance with COSHH regulationsEnsuring that all health and safety guidelines are strictly followedCarry out any reasonable request or instruction from the Home Manager or Head ChefAccept and process kitchen deliveries, ensuring correct storage and inventory rotationSupport in the Kitchen with the preparation of mealsWork closely with care staff to accommodate residents’ individual meal preferences
About you:
The right to live and work in the UK Previous experience of working in a similar position is essential to be successful Previous experience in a care home environment is ideal, however candidates with a hotel/restaurant background are also encouraged to apply Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude An understanding of Health and Safety, Infection Control and COSHH
Why work at Westgate?
Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on weekendsEqual pay for young workers who are paid the same as staff aged 25+Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shopsAccess to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work SchemeRefer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social eventsSupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsAccess to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.WGHCA....Read more...
As a Kitchen Assistant apprentice, your passion for all things food and the desire to make the perfect dish every time is what sets you apart. With a keen eye for maintaining the highest standards and thriving during a fast past service, you’ll soon become an invaluable member of the kitchen team.
You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:
he chance to further your career across our well-known brands - As one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career
Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands - so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount
Wage Stream - Access your wage before payday for when life happens
Retail discounts - Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more…
Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. - so, you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank
Free employee assistance programme - Mental Health, well-being, Financial, and Legal support because you matter!
As a Kitchen Assistant apprentice, you will…
Prepare, cook and present food which meets specs and customer expectations
Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help to guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors
Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time
Keep up to date with new products, menus and promotions
What your apprenticeship includes:
A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
Reviews every 12-weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship Trainer
The chance to get Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don’t already have GCSE)
A Chef Apprenticeship Qualification once you have completed the 15-month programme
Alongside working full time as an Apprentice Chef, you will also be joining our unique Chef Academy, where you will have the opportunity to attend four masterclasses designed to teach you expert knowledge and technical skills involved in 4 different areas of cooking.
At Greene King, you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification over the course of 15-months.Training:Production Chef Level 2.Training Outcome:Ongoing training and development.Employer Description:Greene King is the country’s leading pub retailer and brewer, running over 3,100 pubs, restaurants and hotels in towns, villages and city-centre high streets across England, Wales and Scotland. With a rich heritage of over 200 years, we brew award-winning beers and operate managed, tenanted, leased and franchised pubs from our headquarters in Bury St. Edmunds.Working Hours :20 hours, shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
Assistant Restaurant ManagerLuxury 5-Star Hotel£45,000 plus approximately £5,000 service chargeAre you an experienced hospitality leader looking to take the next step within a luxury 5-star hotel?We are recruiting an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join one of the country's most respected hotel restaurants. This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced Restaurant Manager, supporting the day-to-day operation while delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining the highest service standards.The restaurant offers a relaxed British brasserie experience, combining outstanding food with warm, genuine hospitality. Guests enjoy an open kitchen, beautiful outdoor dining throughout the summer, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels elegant without being formal.What you'll be doing
Support the Restaurant Manager with the daily operation of the restaurantLead, coach and motivate the Front of House teamMaintain exceptional 5-star service standards throughout every shiftSupervise service for lunch and dinner, ensuring smooth and efficient operationsDevelop team members through training and coachingEnsure guest satisfaction is consistently deliveredSupport recruitment and onboarding as the team continues to growWork closely with the kitchen to create a seamless guest experience
About you
Experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Restaurant Supervisor or Restaurant Manager within a luxury 5-star hotel or high-end restaurantPassion for delivering exceptional guest serviceStrong leadership and communication skillsCalm under pressure with excellent organisational abilityHands-on approach with a genuine passion for hospitalityExperience leading and developing Front of House teams
What's on offer
£45,000 basic salaryApproximately £5,000 annual service chargeJoin a prestigious 5-star hotel with an outstanding reputationWork with an experienced management teamExcellent opportunities for career developmentSupportive culture with high service standardsStunning working environment
If you have a luxury hospitality background and are passionate about creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.....Read more...
Assistant General ManagerLocation: OxfordshireSalary: Up to £60,000This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established hospitality business entering an exciting new chapter.The business operates a multi-faceted food and beverage offering and is looking for a strong Assistant General Manager who can help bring greater structure, consistency and operational excellence across the site. This is a role for someone who enjoys being in the operation, working closely with teams and helping shape how the business evolves.You'll work closely with senior leadership to help unify different areas of the operation, improve ways of working and create a seamless guest experience across food, drink and service.The role:
Support the day-to-day operation across restaurant, bar and kitchen functions.Help develop and implement SOPs, systems and operational processes.Drive consistency in service standards and guest experience.Support financial controls, stock management and operational reporting.Work closely with department leaders to create a more joined-up operation.Lead, coach and develop management and front-line teams.Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and profitability.Be a visible and hands-on leader within the business.
The person:
Currently operating as a F&B Manager or Assistant General Manager within a quality hospitality environment.Strong operational background with experience leading large teams.Comfortable working across food, beverage and service operationsCommercially aware with a good understanding of systems, controls and performance metrics.Experience implementing processes and improving operational standards.A natural people leader who enjoys developing teams.Hands-on, practical and happy to get involved in every area of the business.Looking for a role that offers genuine scope to influence and shape the future direction of an operation.
CVs to kate@corecruitment.com....Read more...
Food Preparation & Service
Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals in line with menus and dietary requirements
Support production of fresh, nutritious meals tailored to patients' needs (e.g. modified textures, special diets)
Ensure food is presented attractively, appropriately and to a high standard for patients with varying needs
Patient & Service Focus
Maintain patients’ dignity, respect, and sensitivity within the hospice environment
Be mindful of patients’ individual preferences and dietary requirements
Food Safety & Hygiene
Follow food safety, health and safety, and infection control policies and procedures
Assist with cleaning of kitchen areas, equipment and utensils
Comply with HACCP through food safety management systems
Training Outcome:Progress to Assistant Chef, Chef, Sous Chef, Catering Manager.Employer Description:Since 1988, East Cheshire Hospice has been caring for people living with life-limiting illnesses. We put our patients, their carers and families at the centre of everything we do, and our expert medical treatment is only the start of the holistic care we provide.Working Hours :Day time shifts between 7.30am - 6.30pm, including weekends and bank holidays.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Domestic Assistant (part-time)Barton on Sea New Milton21 hours per week: 8am – 3pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday£12.91 per hourManucourt are not offering sponsorships at this timeWe are currently looking for a domestic assistant to join our team based in a family-run residential home in New Milton.As a domestic assistant you will be responsible to undertake the daily cleaning duties required within the home and assist with the Laundry as required.What’s on Offer?
Competitive rates of pay and benefitsPaid breaks; 5.6 weeks holiday a year (including bank holidays)The Peoples Pension SchemeInduction and training programme for all employeesRefer a friend schemeAnnual pay reviewUniforms providedSnacks and subsided meals providedCycle to work schemeFriendly and approachable teamOpt in Free private health insuranceSuperb setting and working environment.
About the role: You do not need any previous experience or qualifications for this role, however, if you have previous experience as a Domestic Assistant in the care industry, this is an added advantage.
You will maintain high standards of cleanliness, tidiness and hygiene in all shared spaced and storage areas.The provision of the highest standards of care to the residents and to maintain the National Care Standards.To clean and tidy the resident’s rooms according to any planned schedules.To support the care staff in their endeavours to provide a non-institutional lifestyle for the residents and to sometimes participate in activities with the residents.To liaise closely with the chef, when any staff shortages exist in the kitchen.To report any illnesses noticed in the residents or significant changes or other concerns to the Care Team Manager as soon as possible. To make beds, tidy rooms and perform any cleaning duties as required.To serve beverages as directed by the Housekeeper and Care staff.To ensure all plants/flowers are kept watered
What you will need:
Excellent communication skillsAbility to work well as part of a dedicated teamFriendly and enthusiastic character who can build rapport with our residents
We are a multi-award-winning family run business where our philosophy, ‘loving care matters’, sits at the heart of everything we do. We are passionately dedicated to providing an outstanding quality of care and accommodation at our care homes, which enriches the lives of our residents. Central to this is empowering our employees through superior training and development to deliver inspirational care.APPLY NOW. If you’d like to hear more, please contact 03303358999.....Read more...
Head chef - Connacht
MLR are delighted to present an exceptional opportunity for a Head Chef to join a prestigious 5-star hotel in the West of Ireland, renowned for its luxury hospitality, outstanding dining experiences, and commitment to excellence.
This is a senior leadership role for an experienced Head Chef who will oversee multiple food outlets, ensuring exceptional culinary standards while driving consistency, innovation, and operational excellence across the property.
Working closely with the senior management team, you will lead and develop the kitchen brigade, oversee budgeting, costing, purchasing, and menu development, while bringing strong commercial awareness and excellent administrative skills to the role. You will be equally comfortable leading from the pass as you are managing the financial and strategic performance of the department.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading multiple outlets within a luxury 5-star environment, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to balance creativity with strong commercial decision-making.
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the region's leading luxury hotels and take on a pivotal role within a highly regarded culinary team.
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To support pupils’ development and promote independence in a safe, secure, challenging environment employing strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
To support the learning of individuals and groups of pupils as identified in the weekly curriculum planning and to act as a role model, setting high expectations
To focus on individual pupils to ensure their needs are being met within the group
To work with other staff to develop and implement the IEPs for pupils
To encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others
To observe, record and support the development and progress of pupils to identify individual needs and difficulties and to feed back to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement
To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
To meet the physical/medical needs of the pupil according to a pupil’s individual care plan whilst encouraging independence wherever possible. Medical needs include the administration of medicines by mouth or other medical procedures provided appropriate training has been given by an appropriate person
To participate in pupils' play and extend and stimulate language through conversation
Teaching Assistants work across all age ranges encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities
The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress
Promoting self-belief, social inclusion and a high self-esteem play an integral part to pupils’ well-being; ensuring pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing, safe environment
Skills Required:
Experience of leading groups of children (school, scouting etc).
Flexibility, trust, professional conduct, confidentiality and being respectful
Understand how to communicate with teachers to provide clarity and consistency of role within lessons
Be enthusiastic and open to new ideas
Work collaboratively and constructively with the whole school team
Engage professionally as appropriate with outside professionals
Recognise different stages of child development through school, e.g. transition between key stages
Understand the need to accurately observe, record and report on pupil’s participation, conceptual understanding and progress to improve practice and assessment for different groups of pupils
Understand the school’s assessment procedures for benchmarking against targets set by the class teacher.
Understand the importance of sharing relevant information, in a timely manner with the designated Safeguarding lead. Understand the importance of first aid procedures, recording/reporting incidents and a broad knowledge of Health & Safety Policy
Training:Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard:
Preparation for End Point Assessment
Work-based and tutor-supported online training
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0454-v1-1
English and maths functional skills at Level 2 if required
Training Outcome:
Potential permanent employment depending on school needs upon completion
Employer Description:Oaklands School is a Good school ( July 2023 report ) with results which are at or above national averages. We are a two form entry primary school situated in Walderslade.
The school is set in extensive grounds and is well resourced, including our own swimming pool offering swimming from Year R through to Year 6, a Forest School, our very own training kitchen, Art Room, Science Lab, Running Track other superb opportunities for outside learning. We are a very inclusive school community and have our own sensory room and pathways.
We offer wrap around care including breakfast and after school facilities to support working families. At Oaklands there is a very strong sense of being a team with dedicated staff whose aim is to offer our children a first class education. Our Forest school is key to this aim and has been critical to the development of our children as resilient and confident learners.
At Oaklands we understand the importance of strong staff well being. we offer a wide range of support to ensure staff have a positive work life balance. Please do ask about these on your school visit as we are constantly adding to our offer.
At Oaklands we are committed to safeguarding and so there will be a range of checks which we will carry out with you including taking two professional references before interview; requesting a self-disclosure criminal record history and then several pre-employment checks for the successful candidate.
We value staff well being and offer a wellbeing day every year, termly well being drop ins and many staff activities. We are a strong team and look forward to welcoming a new member.
We are part of the Westbrook Trust and enjoy the support and freedoms of being in a family of supportive schools who all share common values and ethos.Working Hours :Monday- Friday, 08.30- 15.30.
Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Flexible,Trustworthy,Professional conduct,Confidentiality and respect,Enthusiastic,Open to new ideas....Read more...
