Procurement Specialist (Full-time)

B2 4BR Birmingham, West Midlands £40000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Procurement Specialist to join their busy procurement department in **Birmingham, West Midlands, UK**. This role is vital for ensuring the company sources high-quality goods and services at competitive prices, while maintaining strong supplier relationships. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from identifying supplier needs to negotiating contracts and managing vendor performance. This position requires a sharp analytical mind, excellent negotiation skills, and a strong understanding of procurement best practices.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the procurement lifecycle for various categories of goods and services, including sourcing, tendering, and contract management.
  • Identify potential new suppliers and conduct due diligence to ensure reliability and quality.
  • Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
  • Analyze bids and proposals, making recommendations for supplier selection.
  • Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve cost savings and optimal value.
  • Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations and service level agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and relevant regulations.
  • Manage procurement-related documentation and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide expert advice.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and strategies.
  • Resolve any procurement-related disputes or issues promptly and effectively.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in procurement, preferably within a corporate or manufacturing environment. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are essential. Knowledge of procurement software and e-sourcing tools would be advantageous. This role is office-based in Birmingham, requiring regular interaction with colleagues and suppliers within the local area.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement or a similar purchasing role.
  • Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and contract law.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Experience with procurement software or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Vehicle Valeter - full time

CV1 4LF Coventry, West Midlands Thrifty Car & Van Rental

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permanent

Job Title: Vehicle Valeter

Location : Coventry

Hours
: Full Time 40h week (Mon-Fri + Saturday on a rota)

Salary : £25,479.83 per annum

Benefits:

  • 22 days Holiday
  • Company pension scheme
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Funded Summer and Christmas events
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Discounted car hire rates
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Career progression

If you are enthusiastic, detail-oriented, committed to deliveri.


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Account Manager (Full-time)

Birmingham, West Midlands Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)

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Permanent

We’re on the lookout for an organised and proactive Account Manager to join our team here at ITG! In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for one of our key consumer retail brands; Costa Coffee. You'll ensure they feel supported, informed, and genuinely valued every step of the way whilst delivering work with us. 

A big part of your day will involve working with our platform, 'Media Centre' you’ll be championing its use, helping clients get the most out of it, and spotting opportunities to improve how we do things. Think of yourself as part project manager, part relationship-builder, part platform guru. If you love keeping things on track, solving problems before they become problems, and being someone clients actually enjoy hearing from; you’ll fit right in.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • Understanding of hospitality POS and menu landscape
  • A service minded approach with proven customer management skills
  • Experience of creative/ art working/ print processes / digital content in a retail environment advantageous.
  • Strong project management & organisational skills – you will be operating in an environment of ever-changing priorities.
  • Good problem-solving skills, especially under pressure
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience of POS and digital content management within a retail/FMCG/hospitality business
  • Highly numerate and commercially aware

Responsibilities:

  • Client Relationship & Strategy:
    Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders (especially within Costa) to ensure we’re delivering top-tier service and aligning with client priorities and SLAs. You'll help keep things on track, on brand, and on time.
  • Platform & Asset Management:
    Own the day-to-day running of our Media Centre platform—keeping stock records accurate, managing POS assets, and ensuring stores get what they need when they need it. You’ll also oversee Print on Demand and recommend reprints when stock is running low.
  • Retail Campaign & Store Support:
    Coordinate all things related to Costa’s New Store Openings and Refresh Retail programmes—from ordering POS to onboarding new stores and making sure everything’s campaign-ready.
  • Reporting & Data:
    Prepare clear, accurate reports on account activity, stock levels, budgets, and project performance—both for internal teams and Costa—so everyone stays informed and aligned.
  • Project & Campaign Coordination:
    Support Costa’s marketing campaigns from briefing through to delivery. Work closely with creative, production, and finance teams to ensure everything runs smoothly and hits the mark.
  • Process & Team Support:
    Keep systems, trackers, and asset libraries tidy and up to date. Support with cost tracking and POs, and help train and develop the team so we’re always ready to respond to changing needs.

Benefits

Work’s a treat!

On top of a competitive salary, you can expect a whole load of perks:

  • 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays  – we understand the importance of you getting some down time.
  • Annual Wellbeing Day – enjoy an additional day on us to look after your physical and mental wellbeing.
  • Pension Scheme – helping you save towards your retirement home in the sun!
  • Corporate Medical Cash Plan – claim back the cost of your medical treatments.
  • Smart Working Options – spend up to 40% of your working week from home.
  • So many savings  – through our online community platform, you can access dozens of daily deals, from money off top brands to discounts on days out.
  • Employee Assistance Programme  – our people are at the heart of everything we do, so if you’re happy, we’re happy.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme – save on the cost of biking to work.
  • Monthly Employee Awards - Employee of the Month programme with £250 bonus
  • Raising money for charity including a paid Volunteer Day – we’re all about giving back… and having lots of fun in the process!
  • Referral scheme  – know the perfect person to join the team? You could bag £1,500 for a putting a good word in.
  • Wellbeing Programme – giving you the opportunity to join regular, interactive Wellbeing Workshops or join our 30 plus Wellbeing Champions.
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Leave – support for you and your family to help you navigate through the craziness of family life.


We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together.

ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other.

These include Black ITGers Together, LGBTQ+ Together, Mens Health Together, Muslims Together, Neurodiversity Together, Working Parents and Carers Together and Women In Tech Together.


What next?

If you found yourself interested in knowing more, drop us your application and someone from our team will be in touch.

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Account Manager (Full-time)

Birmingham, West Midlands Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)

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We’re on the lookout for an organised and proactive Account Manager to join our team here at ITG! In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for one of our key consumer retail brands; Costa Coffee. You'll ensure they feel supported, informed, and genuinely valued every step of the way whilst delivering work with us. 

A big part of your day will involve working with our platform, 'Media Centre' you’ll be championing its use, helping clients get the most out of it, and spotting opportunities to improve how we do things. Think of yourself as part project manager, part relationship-builder, part platform guru. If you love keeping things on track, solving problems before they become problems, and being someone clients actually enjoy hearing from; you’ll fit right in.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • Understanding of hospitality POS and menu landscape
  • A service minded approach with proven customer management skills
  • Experience of creative/ art working/ print processes / digital content in a retail environment advantageous.
  • Strong project management & organisational skills – you will be operating in an environment of ever-changing priorities.
  • Good problem-solving skills, especially under pressure
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience of POS and digital content management within a retail/FMCG/hospitality business
  • Highly numerate and commercially aware

Responsibilities:

  • Client Relationship & Strategy:
    Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders (especially within Costa) to ensure we’re delivering top-tier service and aligning with client priorities and SLAs. You'll help keep things on track, on brand, and on time.
  • Platform & Asset Management:
    Own the day-to-day running of our Media Centre platform—keeping stock records accurate, managing POS assets, and ensuring stores get what they need when they need it. You’ll also oversee Print on Demand and recommend reprints when stock is running low.
  • Retail Campaign & Store Support:
    Coordinate all things related to Costa’s New Store Openings and Refresh Retail programmes—from ordering POS to onboarding new stores and making sure everything’s campaign-ready.
  • Reporting & Data:
    Prepare clear, accurate reports on account activity, stock levels, budgets, and project performance—both for internal teams and Costa—so everyone stays informed and aligned.
  • Project & Campaign Coordination:
    Support Costa’s marketing campaigns from briefing through to delivery. Work closely with creative, production, and finance teams to ensure everything runs smoothly and hits the mark.
  • Process & Team Support:
    Keep systems, trackers, and asset libraries tidy and up to date. Support with cost tracking and POs, and help train and develop the team so we’re always ready to respond to changing needs.

Benefits

Work’s a treat!

On top of a competitive salary, you can expect a whole load of perks:

  • 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays  – we understand the importance of you getting some down time.
  • Annual Wellbeing Day – enjoy an additional day on us to look after your physical and mental wellbeing.
  • Pension Scheme – helping you save towards your retirement home in the sun!
  • Corporate Medical Cash Plan – claim back the cost of your medical treatments.
  • Smart Working Options – spend up to 40% of your working week from home.
  • So many savings  – through our online community platform, you can access dozens of daily deals, from money off top brands to discounts on days out.
  • Employee Assistance Programme  – our people are at the heart of everything we do, so if you’re happy, we’re happy.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme – save on the cost of biking to work.
  • Monthly Employee Awards - Employee of the Month programme with £250 bonus
  • Raising money for charity including a paid Volunteer Day – we’re all about giving back… and having lots of fun in the process!
  • Referral scheme  – know the perfect person to join the team? You could bag £1,500 for a putting a good word in.
  • Wellbeing Programme – giving you the opportunity to join regular, interactive Wellbeing Workshops or join our 30 plus Wellbeing Champions.
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Leave – support for you and your family to help you navigate through the craziness of family life.


We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together.

ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other.

These include Black ITGers Together, LGBTQ+ Together, Mens Health Together, Muslims Together, Neurodiversity Together, Working Parents and Carers Together and Women In Tech Together.


What next?

If you found yourself interested in knowing more, drop us your application and someone from our team will be in touch.

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Full-time SEND Teacher

Evesham, West Midlands £32916 - £51048 annum Long-term Teachers Ltd

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Full-time SEND Teacher

  • Special school
  • September start
  • Full-time/Long-term position
  • SLD class
  • Full teaching role (planning lessons etc)

We're working on behalf of a brilliant special school that are looking for a full-time SEND Teacher to join the team from September on a long-term/permanent basis. The school look after a wide range of special needs & disabilities which includes SLD, MLD, PMLD, ASD & Complex Needs .

The school are a truly unique environment who are incredibly proud of the work they do there - providing a valuable service to families in the area.

The role

This vacancy is withing a semi-formal class of 10 students of Lower KS2 students where you will be ably supported a team of 3 TA's. One of those TA's in the class is actually a TA that we have placed at the school! She is very complimentary of the class, commenting on how lovely the students are and how supportive a team they are.

Due to the needs of the students it is imperative that you have some form of experience working with SEND, whether this be in a Special school or in mainstream. What's most important to them is having the right people working at the school; they require people who are patient, positive, enthusiastic, proactive and hard working .

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools.

LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout.
 

Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you.
 

We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance Team.

 

In addition you will receive:
 

- Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities

- Permanent job roles

- Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process

- Working to Agency Workers Regulations

- Interview preparation, advice and support

- Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay

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Facilities Assistant - Full Time - Birmingham

B18 7QH Birmingham, West Midlands Compass Group

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Salary: £14.97 per hourShift hours: Full Time

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

As a Facilities Assistant, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of facility management with the wider facilities team. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts

Could you bring your spark to Compass Group UK&I? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks
  • Responsible for ensuring the exterior of the site is in a clean, tidy and reasonable state of repair, inclusive of general external maintenance tasks.
  • Assisting the facilities team with the control of contractor's process, inclusive of ensuring contractors are signed in correctly, and signed out, and that everyone is adhering to site policies and rules
  • Responsible for opening and/or closing the building where required
  • Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Facilities Assistant will:

  • Have previous experience within a similar role
  • Be adaptable and easily embrace changing priorities
  • Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
  • Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
  • Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
  • Possess the ability to work under pressure
  • Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2807/78127001/52380095/SU #PPP.IML

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Reference: com/2807/78127001/52380095/SULocation: Birmingham
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Full Time Contracted Carers Required

Birmingham, West Midlands Nexus Care Services

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Nexus Care Services is leading the way with it’s revolutionised, industry-leading salaries. We are recruiting full-time carers to work 40 hours over 5 days in our locations of Lichfield, Tamworth & Sutton Coldfield. We offer a premium salary of £27,500 per year plus a £2,000 car allowance. Additional mileage will also be compensated.

To join our team, you must be a trained and experienced carer capable of delivering a range of care services including complex and specialist care. Our rota team will schedule your calls 14 days in advance, providing a mix of evenings, weekends and mornings off.

With our new contracts, Nexus ensure that carers can enjoy greater stability and security, allowing them to plan around their personal lives while meeting the needs of our growing business. The direction of the work in the care sector is evolving, and we aim to recruit and retain the next generation of carers. We believe we are the ultimate providers in care.

Interested in joining us? Apply now!

Requirements

· At least 1 year’s UK care experience either in domiciliary care or within a care home setting.

· Full UK driving licenses and access to a car.

Benefits

· Local, private provider of care.

· Guaranteed, contracted work!

 .Paid mileage

· Double time on a bank holiday

· Mental health support via counselling

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Chef de Partie - Full Time - Cosford

TF11 8UP Cosford, West Midlands Compass Group

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Salary: £27405 per annumShift hours: Full Time

Chef de Partie (CDP) – RAF Museum Cosford
Location: RAF Museum Cosford
Salary: £7,405 per annum
Hours: 8am–4pm, any 5 days out of 7

The RAF Museum Cosford is looking for a passionate and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a unique and inspiring setting, producing fresh, quality food for our visitors.

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience with fresh food cooking; pastry or bakery knowledge preferred (not essential)

  • A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred, but not compulsory – training available)

  • High standards of cleanliness and organisation

  • A team player who can also work independently when needed

What we offer:

  • A competitive salary of £27,40

  • Daytime shifts only (8am–4pm)

  • 5 days a week on a rota basis (across 7 days)

  • Opportunities for learning and development

  • A welcoming and supportive team environment at a historic and exciting location

If you are ready to bring your passion for food to the RAF Museum Cosford, we would love to hear from you.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/2407/98494001/52752117/BU #RA Venues

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Reference: com/2407/98494001/52752117/BULocation: Cosford
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Head Chef - Solihull - Full Time - Solihull

B92 8NW Solihull, West Midlands Compass Group

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Salary: £40,000 per annumShift hours: Full TimeHead Chef – Solihull

Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Salary: £39,680 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Work-Life Balance: No weekends, no late nights

Cook. Lead. Inspire. At One of the UK's Most Prestigious Automotive Sites.

We are recruiting for a talented, driven, and forward-thinking Head Chef to take the reins at our landmark Jaguar Land Rover site in Solihull – a flagship catering contract operated by Eurest , part of Compass Group UK&I.

In this high-profile role, you’ll be the culinary leader of a sophisticated and fast-paced operation spanning:

  • 8 micro-markets

  • 1 main restaurant

  • Hospitality & event catering

  • A large-scale food delivery service

All delivered with a focus on quality, innovation, sustainability, and guest experience.

About Eurest

We’re redefining workplace dining by delivering planet-positive, mindful food experiences across 700+ client locations. Our mission? To help fuel productivity, wellbeing, and culture—while working towards net zero by 2030 .

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading kitchen operations with innovation, flair, and attention to detail

  • Creating nutritious, fresh menus that balance flavour, sustainability and cost

  • Building and developing a high-performing kitchen brigade

  • Maintaining a culture of excellence in HACCP, food safety, COSHH, Natasha’s Law , and allergen controls

  • Working closely with our front-of-house and operations teams to deliver a seamless customer journey

  • Playing a key role in driving sustainability initiatives and waste reduction

  • Managing kitchen budgets, purchasing, stock and GP with full P&L accountability

  • Elevating every touchpoint—from a grab-and-go salad to VIP hospitality

About You

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in contract catering , hotel or high-volume hospitality

  • Culinary excellence paired with strong commercial acumen

  • Leadership qualities that motivate and inspire your team to deliver their best

  • Ability to thrive in a structured, branded environment with a passion for people development

  • Knowledge of kitchen financials – stock, labour, wastage, cost control and GP

  • High standards of cleanliness, compliance and food presentation

Desirable:
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Professional Cookery

  • Experience with event catering or hospitality in a B&I setting

What’s In It For You?

We offer more than just a job – we provide a career path, professional support, and outstanding benefits , including:

  • Free meal on shift

  • Access to Shopping Discounts & Perks at Work

  •  Mental health and Employee Assistance Programmes

  •  Access to financial wellbeing tools & advice

  •  Free annual health check & Medicash discount plan

  • Recognition schemes & Long Service Awards

  •  Ongoing learning & development with industry-leading training

  • Clear opportunities for progression within Compass Group UK&I

Join a Business That’s Powered by People

At Eurest, we believe in bringing your whole self to work . We celebrate individuality, champion inclusion, and empower every colleague to grow their career.

This is your opportunity to lead food excellence at JLR Solihull —and shape the future of workplace dining.

Apply now and turn passion into purpose.

Reference: compass/TP/1760281/191459Location: Solihull
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Kitchen Manager - Rugby School - Full Time - Rugby

CV22 5DZ Rugby, West Midlands Compass Group

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Salary: £36916 per annumShift hours: Full Time

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Free meals on duty
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
  • Working 5 out of 7 days, weekends and evenings


Role Overview

As Kitchen Manager, you would lead a small team consisting of 1 Sous Chef (Assistant Kitchen Manager) and 5 Catering Assistants. Together, your team would provide freshly prepared meals for approximately 60 boarding students, including breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks. We pride ourselves on fresh, from-scratch cooking.

You will be responsible for the overall management of the boarding house menu, food production planning, food purchasing, and stock controls. 

You will contribute to menu development, ensure the cleanliness and general housekeeping of the kitchen, and implement new policies and procedures as required.

Shift Pattern Overview:

  • 5 days over 7, with shifts alternating between 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and 11:30 AM–7:30 PM.
  • Two days each week will require you to provide all meal services (breakfast, lunch, and supper) when the Sous Chef is off. so, a split shift - 7-2/5:30-7:30 or full day 7am-7:30pm would be required. over time will be paid in money or in lieu 
  • Typical days off will be Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday, with every third weekend off.

Outside of Term Time:
 The School is contracted to private lettings and international student programs (e.g., Easter and summer schools), you’ll join a larger catering team. No split shifts are required during these periods.

However, we can accommodate a term time only contract for you should you prefer

Key Responsibilities

- Manage house menu, food production planning, and purchasing within budgetary constraints.

- Oversee cleanliness and general housekeeping of all kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

- Implement new policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.

- Provide up-to-date reports on progress to senior management.

- Communicate effectively with the senior management team and support their leadership.

- Manage stock effectively to minimise waste and maintain budgetary targets.

- Take leadership of the kitchen team, focusing on development and progression.

- Conduct performance reviews and set objectives for team members.

- Ensure operational excellence through effective communication and performance management.

- Train, and develop kitchen staff, ensuring a succession plan is in place.

- Liaise with the House Master and Matron, attending food committee meetings and acting upon feedback.

- Maintain health and safety standards, including adherence to food safety regulations and checks.

- Ensure compliance with company policies regarding uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Person Specification

- Excellent culinary skills with experience in a similar role.

- Strong communication and leadership skills, able to engage and motivate others.

- Business management experience within a kitchen environment.

- Passionate about food and delivering excellence.

- NVQ Level 2 in professional cookery or equivalent (desirable).

- Intermediate food hygiene/Level 2 certification (desirable).

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2705/76407001/52740981/SU #Independent

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Reference: com/2705/76407001/52740981/SULocation: Rugby
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