Assistant Manager - Restaurant/Pub - Fareham  £31kp/a

<p></p><div><h1><strong>Event Chef - Up to £30,000 - Catering Company - Southampton</strong></h1><p><strong>Essential:</strong> You <em>must</em> drive and have your own transport.<br /> Although the main base is in Southampton, you will regularly travel across Hampshire for events.<br /> A full UK driving licence is required, as you will need to drive company vans.</p><hr /><h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2><p>A dynamic and expanding event catering company near Southampton is seeking an <strong>Event Chef</strong> to join their talented team. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a business renowned for delivering exceptional service and high‑quality cuisine at a wide range of events.</p><p>This role offers variety every week:</p><ul><li><strong>Prep days</strong> are structured, daytime hours in the production kitchen</li><li><strong>Event days</strong> involve travelling to venues and running the event from start to finish<br /> Summer months are the busiest and will include evenings and weekends, while winter offers more time back in lieu and a balanced schedule.</li></ul><p>You will receive excellent opportunities for career progression, ongoing development, and a salary review after successfully completing your 3‑month probation.</p><hr /><h2><strong>Benefits</strong></h2><ul><li>Competitive salary up to <strong>£30,000</strong></li><li>Clear career progression opportunities</li><li>Free meals on duty</li><li>Free on‑site parking</li><li>Time back in lieu during quieter winter months</li><li>Supportive, friendly working environment</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Main Duties &amp; Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Prepare, cook, and present dishes to company standards</li><li>Deliver food service in the correct format and style for each event</li><li>Maintain high levels of quality, consistency, and portion control</li><li>Manage stock levels and ensure accurate ordering</li><li>Uphold all health &amp; safety and food hygiene requirements</li><li>Represent the company professionally at events</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>What You Need to Succeed</strong></h2><ul><li>Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment</li><li>Creativity and a passion for food and events</li><li>Strong communication and teamwork skills</li><li>Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (advantageous)</li><li><strong>Full driving licence and own transport (essential)</strong></li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Ready to Join a Fast‑Growing Events Team?</strong></h2><p><strong>Act now - press APPLY and start your next exciting chapter!</strong></p></div><p> </p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Event Chef - Leisure Catering - Hampshire - £30kp/a

<p></p><div><h1><strong>Head Chef - Fareham | Contract Catering | £16.35 p/h + Benefits</strong></h1><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37.5 per week (52‑week contract)<br /> <strong>Team Size:</strong> 6 Staff<br /> <strong>Shifts:</strong> 05:30-13:30 or 11:00-19:00</p><hr /><h2><strong>Schedule</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Predominantly Monday-Friday</strong></li><li><strong>Occasional weekends when required</strong></li><li><strong>18 additional functions per year (paid extra - approx. £2,000)</strong></li><li>Christmas, Easter and summer downtime included</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Benefits</strong></h2><ul><li>Employee discount schemes</li><li>Free on‑site parking</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Free meal on shift</li><li>Uniform provided</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2><p>We are recruiting a Head Chef for a busy contract catering site in Fareham, responsible for delivering high‑quality meals to a large and consistent customer base of <strong>200+ covers</strong>.</p><p>This is a <strong>structured, stable and well‑organised kitchen</strong>, offering excellent work-life balance with mainly weekday working and a reduced workload during holiday periods.</p><p>You will manage and develop a team of <strong>6 staff</strong>, ensuring high standards, strong leadership, and smooth service across all meal periods. The <strong>Sous Chef will take the lead with main cooking</strong>, allowing the Head Chef to focus on leadership, quality control, and operational oversight.</p><p>This role suits an experienced, confident and organised Head Chef with strong team‑development skills and the ability to run a high‑volume, consistent catering operation.</p><hr /><h2><strong>Service Times</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Breakfast:</strong> 06:30 - 08:30</li><li><strong>Lunch:</strong> 11:30 - 13:30</li><li><strong>Evening Meal:</strong> 17:30 - 19:30</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Shift Patterns</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Early:</strong> 05:30 - 13:30</li><li><strong>Late:</strong> 11:00 - 19:00<br /> <em>A typical week includes a mix of both.</em></li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Lead, motivate and develop a team of 6 kitchen staff.</li><li>Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service.</li><li>Support menu planning and ensure meals are well-presented and delivered on time.</li><li>Manage rotas, attendance and staff performance.</li><li>Deliver and support <strong>18 paid functions throughout the year</strong>.</li><li>Control stock levels, ordering and food waste.</li><li>Maintain full compliance with food hygiene and health &amp; safety legislation.</li><li>Confidently use catering and rota management systems (computer literacy essential).</li><li>Maintain high standards across all service periods in a 200-cover environment.</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>About You</strong></h2><p>You will:</p><ul><li>Have experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior role (essential).</li><li>Be confident leading, developing and mentoring a team.</li><li>Be computer literate and comfortable with kitchen software.</li><li>Have excellent communication and organisational skills.</li><li>Be flexible to support occasional weekend or seasonal events.</li><li>Hold relevant catering qualifications (desirable).</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>What We Offer</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>£16.35 per hour</strong></li><li>Free parking</li><li>Free meal on shift</li><li>Uniform provided</li><li>Reduced workload during Christmas, Easter and summer</li><li>Access to employee benefits including:<ul><li>Contributory pension</li><li>Career development programmes</li><li>Digital GP services</li><li>Discounts at major supermarkets</li><li>Travel discounts (TUI, Expedia, Booking.com)</li><li>Up to 44% off cinema tickets</li><li>Wellness and mindfulness classes</li><li>Shareable discounts for friends and family</li></ul></li></ul></div><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Head Chef - Contract Catering - Fareham £16.35p/h

<h1><strong>Part-Time Cook / Chef - Care Home - Central New Milton</strong></h1><p><strong>£14.00 per hour * 32 hours per week * Wednesday-Saturday * 8am-4pm</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced cook or chef looking for a rewarding role with a healthy work-life balance?</p><p>Our care home in <strong>Central New Milton</strong> is seeking a reliable and confident <strong>Part-Time Cook</strong> to join our team.</p><p>You will be responsible for independently preparing and cooking meals for <strong>19 residents</strong>, ensuring high-quality, nutritious food is delivered every day.</p><hr /><h2><strong>Key Information</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Salary:</strong> £14.00 per hour</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> 32 hours per week</li><li><strong>Working Days:</strong> Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday</li><li><strong>Shift Times:</strong> 8:00am - 4:00pm</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Central New Milton</li><li><strong>Environment:</strong> Cooking alone in a friendly care home kitchen</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Role Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Prepare, cook, and present meals to an agreed standard for 19 residents</li><li>Plan and manage daily meal production independently</li><li>Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment</li><li>Ensure dietary requirements and preferences are followed</li><li>Manage stock rotation and basic ordering as required</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>Required Skills &amp; Experience</strong></h2><ul><li>Previous experience working as a Cook or Chef, ideally in a care home or similar environment</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage a small kitchen</li><li>Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergens</li><li>Good knowledge of ingredients and basic cooking methods</li><li>Positive, dependable, and approachable manner</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></h2><ul><li>Someone confident cooking alone</li><li>High standards of cleanliness and organisation</li><li>A friendly cook who enjoys preparing homely, nutritious meals</li><li>Reliability and a genuine passion for caring through food</li></ul><p> </p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Chef/Cook - New Milton - Healthcare Site £14p/h

<h1> </h1><p><strong>Manager - American Diner / Waffle House</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Fareham</p><p><strong>Contract:</strong> Full Time, Permanent</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> From £29,000</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> <em>All evenings off</em></p><ul><li><strong>Midweek &amp; Sunday:</strong> 9am-4pm</li><li><strong>Friday &amp; Saturday:</strong> 9am-6pm</li><li><em>5 days per week</em></li></ul><h3><strong>About the Venue</strong></h3><p>We are a newly established American-style diner offering classic comfort food in a relaxed, friendly setting. As a growing business, we're focused on building strong service standards, developing a great team culture, and delivering a consistently enjoyable guest experience.</p><h3><strong>Role Summary</strong></h3><p>As Manager, your role is to lead all daily operations, ensuring excellent service, smooth running of the venue, and a positive atmosphere for guests and staff.</p><p>This is a visible, hands‑on role where you lead from the front, motivate the team, and maintain high standards throughout service.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead and manage all front‑of‑house operations</li><li>Maintain consistently high service and guest experience standards</li><li>Recruit, train, and support team members</li><li>Create staff rotas aligned with business needs</li><li>Oversee stock control and ordering</li><li>Ensure compliance with food safety and health &amp; safety requirements</li><li>Handle guest feedback professionally</li><li>Work closely with the kitchen and operational leadership</li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><ul><li>Proven experience in hospitality management or supervisory roles</li><li>Confident leading teams in a fast-paced, food-led environment</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li>Good understanding of labour control, stock management, and financial reporting</li><li>Calm, solutions‑focused, and positive under pressure</li><li>Flexible and adaptable</li><li>Eligible to work in the UK</li></ul><h3><strong>What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>Full-time, permanent role</li><li>Competitive salary dependent on experience</li><li>The opportunity to grow with a developing hospitality business</li><li>Supportive and friendly leadership culture</li><li>A chance to shape the guest experience and build a strong team</li><li><strong>Excellent work-life balance with all evenings off</strong></li></ul><h2> </h2><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Hospitality Manager - Fareham - Diner - £29kp/a No Evenings 

<h1><strong>Assistant Manager - Fareham</strong></h1><p><strong>Full-Time | Permanent | From £31,000 P/A</strong></p><h2><strong>About the Restaurant/Pub</strong></h2><p>We are a newly established <strong>restaurant/pub</strong> offering American-inspired comfort food in a relaxed, informal setting. As a growing operation, we're focused on building strong service standards, a positive team culture, and delivering a consistently enjoyable guest experience.</p><h2><strong>Role Summary</strong></h2><p>We're looking for a <strong>hands-on Assistant Manager</strong> to support the day-to-day running of the entire venue. This is a varied, practical role covering front of house, kitchen support, service delivery, compliance, and team leadership.</p><p>Working closely with the Manager and the Chef, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards, supporting the team, and helping the business continue to grow. This is a visible, service-led leadership role that requires the ability to lead by example.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Support the daily operation of the whole site, including FOH, kitchen, and guest areas</li><li>Assist with opening, service, and closing procedures</li><li>Lead shifts and provide hands-on support during busy periods</li><li>Support staff training, supervision, and rota planning</li><li>Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and safety</li><li>Assist with stock control, ordering, and delivery checks</li><li>Support basic financial reporting and labour management</li><li>Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health &amp; safety regulations</li><li>Deliver excellent guest service and handle feedback professionally</li></ul><p>This is a <strong>7‑day‑a‑week operation</strong>, so flexibility is essential to support the team and business needs throughout the year.</p><h2><strong>What We Offer</strong></h2><ul><li>Full-time, permanent position</li><li>Opportunity to grow with a developing hospitality business</li><li>Broad, hands-on management experience across the entire operation</li><li>Supportive leadership and a collaborative working environment</li></ul><h2> </h2><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

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