Production Operative

School Chef - Leek Term-Time Hours. Competitive Pay. A Supportive Employer.Blue Arrow is currently recruiting a School Chef to work within an educational setting in Leek. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef seeking structured daytime hours, a rewarding environment, and the support of a trusted UK recruitment specialist. Why Choose Blue Arrow?At Blue Arrow, we put people first. With decades of experience supplying catering professionals across the UK, we are proud to support chefs with flexible opportunities, reliable pay, and dedicated ongoing support. What's on offer: <ul><li>Competitive pay of £16-£20 per hour, paid weekly</li><li>Daytime, school-friendly hours, typically Monday to Friday</li><li>A supportive and structured working environment</li><li>Ongoing opportunities through a reputable national agency</li><li>Dedicated consultants who understand education and catering requirements</li></ul> The RoleAs a School Chef, you will be responsible for: <ul><li>Preparing and cooking nutritious meals for pupils and staff</li><li>Managing kitchen operations during service</li><li>Ensuring all food safety, hygiene, and allergen standards are met</li><li>Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen</li></ul> This role suits chefs who take pride in delivering high-quality food while working within a consistent routine. About YouWe are keen to hear from candidates who have:<ul><li>Experience working as a Chef or Cook in a professional kitchen</li><li>A Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate, or willingness to obtain one</li><li>A reliable, calm, and professional approach to work</li><li>The right to work in the UK</li></ul> An Enhanced Child DBS certificate is desirable but not essential, as Blue Arrow can support eligible candidates with the application process. Location: Leek Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

School Chef

Relief Chefs - Stoke-on-Trent Flexible Opportunities. Weekly Pay. A Trusted Name in Recruitment.Blue Arrow is recruiting experienced Relief Chefs to support a range of hospitality clients across Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas. This role is ideal for chefs who enjoy variety, flexibility, and the reassurance of working with an established UK recruitment specialist. Working with Blue ArrowBlue Arrow has a long-standing reputation for supplying skilled catering professionals nationwide. We work closely with our clients and candidates to ensure the right fit, offering flexible assignments and consistent support throughout your journey with us. What we can offer you:<ul><li>Hourly rates of £16-£20, paid weekly</li><li>Flexible work patterns to suit your availability</li><li>Assignments across hotels, restaurants, contract catering, and event venues</li><li>Regular work opportunities through a reputable national agency</li><li>Dedicated consultants with hospitality expertise</li></ul> The RoleAs a Relief Chef, you will be required to:<ul><li>Step into existing kitchen teams and support service as needed</li><li>Prepare and deliver food to a high standard</li><li>Follow menu specifications and site procedures</li><li>Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards</li></ul> What We're Looking ForWe are interested in speaking with chefs who:<ul><li>Have previous experience in a professional kitchen environment</li><li>Are adaptable, reliable, and confident working in new settings</li><li>Hold a Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate, or are willing to obtain one</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK</li></ul> LocationStoke-on-Trent and surrounding areasBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Relief Chefs - Stoke-on-Trent

School Kitchen Assistant - Stoke-on-Trent/Leek Term-Time Hours. Supportive Environment. Trusted Employer. Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Kitchen Assistants to support school catering teams in Stoke-on Trent &amp; Leek. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, values routine hours, and wants to make a positive contribution within an educational setting. Why Work with Blue Arrow?At Blue Arrow, we put people first. As one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists, we work closely with our candidates and clients to provide reliable work, consistent support, and a positive experience from start to finish. What we offer:<ul><li>Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly</li><li>Daytime, term-time hours, typically Monday to Friday</li><li>A friendly and structured working environment</li><li>Ongoing opportunities through a reputable UK-wide agency</li><li>Dedicated consultants who understand school catering requirements</li></ul> The RoleAs a School Kitchen Assistant, your duties will include:<ul><li>Supporting the preparation and service of meals</li><li>Assisting with basic food preparation tasks</li><li>Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene</li><li>Washing up and general kitchen housekeeping</li><li>Working as part of a team to ensure smooth service</li></ul> What We're Looking ForWe would like to hear from candidates who:<ul><li>Have experience in a kitchen or catering environment (desirable but not essential)</li><li>Are reliable, organised, and willing to learn</li><li>Understand the importance of food safety and hygiene</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK</li></ul> An Enhanced DBS certificate is preferred but not essential, as Blue Arrow can support suitable candidates with the application process. Location: Stoke-on-Trent/LeekBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

School Kitchen Assistant

Positions available: 1-2 JoinersContract: Temporary on-going January - May 2026 (potential of extending for the right candidate!)Location: Keele - Newcastle Under Lyme ST5Pay Rate: £22.00 per hour paid weeklyHours: FULL TIME Monday - Thursday 08:30-16:45, Friday - 08:30-16:30 Blue Arrow are working in partnership with an award winning further education provider, who have various Joiner and Maintenance opportunities available. They are currently looking for multiple joiners to undertake repair works &amp; fitting to fire doors on site, along with other maintenance jobs to support their education facility. You will be helping and supporting the site to improve their facilities, along with working closely with other trades within the Campus to coordinate the necessary works to be carried out. Main duties and responsibilities: Carrying out a full range of repairs, maintenance, and planned improvement duties with the emphasis on multi skilled works across the University's estate.* Changing and fitting door hinges* intumescent strips* Adjusting gaps in doors to ensure sealed correctly incase of a fire.* Installing drop down seals* Replacing handles* Carpentry and joinery work* Locksmith Work* Changing door closers* Always Work within the relevant Health and Safety legislation and guidelines when carrying out work, including the preparation of work areas and the use of Personal Protective Equipment* Always ensure the safe use and storage of tools and equipment* Carry out Risk Assessments as required, including completing permits for work and checking relevant registers i.e., Asbestos* Liaise with the stores department to ensure the correct materials and equipment are available* Respond to calls for urgent work, which may occur outside normal working hours, and carrying out planned work both inside and outside normal working hours, utilising University vehicles and equipment as necessary* Carry out works as required and directed by the University, which may include working in confined spaces or at height, or in noisy or adverse weather conditions* Working to provide the highest quality customer service within well-established Key Performance Indicators.* Assist with the maintenance of university vehicles used for the purpose of carrying out works* Provide flexibility within working practices and undertake any task that is within the individual's competence and where it is practical and economic to do so.* Generally assisting colleagues and undertaking cleaning and labouring duties.* Erection of access equipment, use of mobile access platforms, working at heights The ideal candidate: * Are hardworking, team players and not fazed by working outdoors* Have access to own tools* Able to communicate effectively and follow directions* Are punctual and reliable - turn up for work every day, on time throughout their assignment* Are physically able to carry out physical work* Adaptable to pick up a variety of tasks as instructed by management Requirements:* Safety boots &amp; PPE* A woodwork machinery qualification according to PUWER* Substantial, appropriate post qualification experience* Experience in first and second fix joinery* Experience of bench machinery* Experience of reading construction drawings* Full experience of working as a Joiner.* Ability to work along when required* Participate in a 24/7 emergency "call out" service on a 52 week rota system, including fault finding, "making safe", and carrying out repairs as required Benefits: * Dedicated consultant* Weekly pay* No paper timesheets (clock in and out via our app!)* Holiday accrual and pay* All day shifts offered* Monday to Friday shift patterns* Ongoing full time work minimum of 2 months starting can extend for the right person too* Immediate start dates* Christmas and New Year off If you are looking for your next full time ongoing position, that can offer an immediate start from next week, or from the New Year. Please can you apply online by clicking APPLY today, we will be in touch to discuss your application and next steps.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Joiner - Fire Door Fitting

Production Operative Blue Arrow is recruiting for a hands- on Production Operative to join one of our prestigious clients in the engineering/Fabrications industry in the ST10 area (Temp to perm for the right candidate). This would be ideal for someone that has worked in Manufacturing / Engineering and wants a role in which they can learn and develop. Start date: ASAPLocation: Stoke on Trent (ST10)Working hours: Monday to Thursday 06:00-16.30 - 4 day working week Friday morning would be required during busier periods Pay Rate: £13.28per hour, overtime paid at £17.70per hour after 37 hours. Duties Include (but not limited to):Fitting Bollhoff components to counterweightsCarrying our general production and fabrication tasksOperating basic workshop tools and equipmentFollowing drawings, instructions, and quality standardsMaintaining a clean and safe working areaSupporting other areas of production as requiredLiaising with management team on faults / issues during early stages to ensure customer satisfaction What we are looking for:Ideally you will have experience in a similar role, but experience in a manufacturing / engineering role also consideredExperience using hand tools (a pistol drill would be advantageous)A great attention to detailWilling to learnGreat attitude towards work, taking pride in the results of your hard workReliable and flexible Benefits of working for Blue arrow:Opportunity to work with a fantastic company - that look after their employeesDedicated consultant24/7 phone lineYour own Blue Arrow app to track and manage your hours / payWeekly pay on a FridayUniform and PPE provided if required If this role of interest and you wish to discuss further, please click apply now. If you are suitable for the role a consultant will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss further details / next stages. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Production Operative

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School Kitchen Assistant

Joiner - Fire Door Fitting

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