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Position: Trainee Chef Location: Folkestone, Kent Role: Permanent Salary: £12.04 per hour Hours: Full Time (44 weeks per year) Our client is an independent, day and boarding, sixth form college and is part of a group of elite educational establishments. They offer a gold standard A-level programme in traditional subjects providing the best academic preparation for entry into the world's most competitive universities. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Chef to assist the Head Chef and Second Chef in the kitchen operation and ensure the Colleges outstanding reputation for food quality is always maintained. If you are excited about the food industry, have experience or willingness to learn in catering and are professional, organised individual with a passion for success, then we would love to hear from you. This is a full time position working 44 weeks per year. Holiday is taken outside of term time and specific courses they run, (Easter/Summer courses). It's paid at an hourly rate inclusive of holiday entitlement. Holiday is 20 days 8 statutory bank holidays which can be taken in the 3 weeks break at Christmas, 1 week at Easter and 2 weeks at the end of the summer holiday. The current rota is a 2 week rolling rota. Week 1 8.00am - 4.30pm Mon-Fri Week 2 8.00am - 4.30pm Mon-Thurs 8.00am - 2.00pm 5.00pm - 8.00pm Saturday Key Responsibilities Ensuring compliance to sanitation. Hygiene, health and safety legislation and organisational quality requirements Help to coordinate food preparation Help to prepare and cook food as well as salad prep Help with quality management of food Help with general cleaning required in the kitchen Effective liaison, support and assistance with the organisation Assist generally in the kitchen and dining room as directed Receive training so you can assist with accurate records, ordering and menu planning as agreed Set an example for the catering team of commitment, work ethic and personal character Adhere to all organisational policies and procedures From time to time you may be expected to be part of special projects as are reasonably required of your job role You are responsible for your allocated workload and must meet all targets as agreed with you Line Manager. You must contribute towards the smooth running of the organisational generally. Working within a small team within a fast-paced and pressurised environment Assisting with the preparation of food ensuring they match menu specifications and meet the quality standard and presentation Being trained and adhering to Food Safety Standards, maintaining high levels of cleanliness in the kitchen at all times - we expect to maintain a 5 Hygiene rating at all times. Qualifications Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards Minimum 6 months relevant experience Awareness of manual handling techniques Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety Experience of kitchen equipment, including dangerous equipment such as knives Competent level of English spoken and written Knowledge and Experience Attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work Excellent written and spoken English with good communication skills They are committed to staff development, creativity, giving everyone a voice, wellbeing, diversity and equality, and fostering a culture of trust and transparency. Working with them comes with various benefits, including: Cycle to work scheme Complimentary lunch and beverages during term time Gym membership Employee assistance program Professional development opportunities Membership in the wider Group community New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. Twitter: @nagforjobs
Assistant Store Manager Opportunity: Lead, inspire, and excel creating amazing value everyday! As an Assistant Store Manager, you are the vital link between the Store Manager and the store team. You're assuming a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of both your team and the customers' journey within the community you serve. Your day-to-day actions drive sales and allow you to use your creative flair when merchandising on and off plan to showcase our amazing value on GM and FMCG products within the store, creating an environment where our core values of love our customers, care for our colleagues, and protect the pounds (and euros) come to life. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Why Choose Us? A member of our annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme acknowledging your contributions to our success. Professional development, including the opportunity to pursue up to a Retail Manager Level 3 qualification through an apprenticeship. Comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes, setting you up for success. Rota's are scheduled four-weeks in advance, creating a culture that cares for your life outside of work. Holiday allowance increasing by one day per year (up to 33 days), plus an extra day for your Birthday. Enhanced Family friendly benefits and life assurance. In-store discount of 10% along with exclusive discounts through our colleague online benefits portal. All year-round initiatives to recognise and reward our colleagues. Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being. Your Impact: Love our customers: Customers are at the forefront of everything we do. You are a role model in delivering excellent customer service consistently to the highest of standards. Always going above and beyond for our customers, whether greeting them, assisting them, or jumping on the checkouts Keeping our 'two is a queue' initiative in mind. Care for our colleagues: Create a safe environment for your team and ensure all policies and procedures are followed. Work alongside the Store Manager to help support the team around you. Managing new colleagues' inductions and collaborating with supervisors to drive ongoing training and development through on-the-job coaching. Protect the pounds (and euros): Leading daily huddles to ensure commercial objectives, including sales, service, and shrink, are communicated, and achieved. Ensure all our products are priced, merchandised and maintained to ensure the store runs smoothly. Ready to Join Us? This opportunity is for those ready to make an impact in a vibrant retail environment. We'd love to hear from you if you're driven to lead, inspire, and excel. Apply now and take your first step in a fulfilling career with us. About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,500 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings. At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. It is our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues that make it all possible. We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do, and they keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues and Protect the Pounds & Euros... By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land which is fun, friendly and full of surprises a place where our people can truly be the best version of themselves!