Total 7 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Lancashire, PR2 5DB

Role overview

Food Production Operative







Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: Full time between the hours of 6.30am – 6.00pm (includes Sunday)

Salary: Competitive



Based at our state-of-the-art distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for
over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 500 SPAR stores.



We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion,
enterprise and family every single day.



About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals, who have an interest in food preparation and a keen eye for detail, to be part of a
team of Food Production Operatives who will play a key role in producing our range of high-quality ready meals.

Based at our modern distribution centre in Preston, you will be instrumental in the creation of high-quality meals which will be
prepared, packed and sent out to our SPAR stores across the north of England.



What will I be doing?

As a Food Production Operative, you will support the Production Manager with preparing and cooking food in line with our high
standards. You will help to maintain a safe and clean environment whilst adhering to Health & Safety and Food Hygiene
requirements. Full training will be provided so do not hesitate to apply!



A Few Things About You

There will be opportunities to develop within your role so we need you to demonstrate your passion and reliability at the
interview. A background in food production or preparation would of course be an advantage, but really this is about finding those
individuals who want to be part of something new and take on the responsibility of producing food to the highest possible
standards.



What’s In It For You?



James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 150 years!



To make this vision possible we need the best people to join us on our journey. We are a family company, and we believe that if we
look after our people, they will look after us.



Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.



Loyalty Award – from your first day of working you will be eligible for our loyalty award. Simply put, you will receive an
additional amount of money for every hour you work that increases with length of service. On the anniversary of your start date,
you will receive this money as a lump sum!



Company Doctor - We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with
the ability to book appointments directly.



Free On-site Parking - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts
a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.



Subsidised Canteen – We know how hard our people work so when hunger strikes, we have an excellent on-site canteen that offers a
wide range of freshly cooked meals, salads, sandwiches and confectionary plus free tea and coffee.



Learning & Development – We want all our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house
learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised
qualifications.



Grocery Aid – We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all
colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other
fantastic services to support you when you need it.



We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay, bereavement pay, enhanced pension scheme and our famous
Christmas Hamper!

Glentop Hop House Limited - Robin Hood of Helmshore in Rossendale are recruiting for an Apprentice Hospitality Team Member. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality qualification which will take approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
• Cash handling.
• Working behind the bar.
• Stock Management.
• Cellar work.
• General cleaning.
• Following health and safety regulations.
• Answering the phone.
• Taking bookings.
• General customer service.
• Occasional events.

Requirements:
• Confident.
• A friendly personality.
• Approachable.
• Flexible.
• An interest in beer and brewery etc.

Grades:
No formal qualifications required.

Hours:
Rota basis / 5 days out of 7 (inc. weekends) / 11am earliest start weekend 3pm weekday, midnight latest finish / 30 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Little Town Farm Shop in Preston are recruiting for a Trainee Chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and hospitality qualification which will take approximately 17 months to complete.

Duties:
• Working in a kitchen preparing and cooking fresh food; duties include;
• Prepping or baking
• Knife and board skills
• Making a range of desserts from the menu
• Allergen awareness
• Preparing food from the menu
• Prepare and cook fresh food, ready for selling in the farm shop
• Health and Safety
• Pizza making for 'Pizza night' the 2nd Friday of each month.
• General cleaning and housekeeping of the kitchen
• Plate up food
• May serve and clear tables

Requirements:
• You will be required to work one day on the weekend, this is on a rota basis
• Preferably someone with reliable transport with this farm shop being on the outskirts of Longridge
• Public transport is available but will need to check timings for shifts.
• Clean and hygienic
• Friendly and approachable
• Willingness to learn and passionate to be a chef
• Teamworking
• Flexible within their learning abilities

Grades:
No formal qualifications required.

Hours:
Rota Basis Earliest start time 7:30am - Latest finish 5:30pm / 30 mins lunch / 35 hours a week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Beeston Manor in Preston are recruiting for an Apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality qualification which will take approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
• You will be preparing food, serving on the pass during events including multi-course meal wedding breakfast service. Event sizes range from 30 to 180 guests.
• You will be required to work along side our team preparing and serving fresh food to a high standard.
• Other duties will include preparing/cooking breakfast, restaurant service and preparing/cooking buffets.

Requirements:
• Must be able to work independently as well in a team.
• Ability to multi-task, remain focused and calm, and have excellent verbal communication skills.
• The must be able to work day time, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• You must have transport to and from work. The bus routes and railway are not close by to Beeston Manor.

Grades:
There are no educational qualifications required.

Hours:
30hrs per week. 5 days out of 7 including weekends and Bank Holidays (Earliest start 7am, latest finish 11pm).

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

With your support as a Kitchen Assistant at the Black Bull, everything will run smoothly! You’ll make sure the kitchen is stocked up, clean, tidy and ready for the shift ahead; supporting the chefs to serve food to be proud of.

Join us at Ember Inns, a local to be proud of. Think, traditional pub grub, roaring fires and real ales set at the heart of the community. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to fit around you.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• Wagestream – A financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KITCHEN ASSISTANT YOU’LL…

• Set up the kitchen ready for the day.
• Help keep the kitchen clean during a busy shift.
• Work as part of a team, supporting the chefs to serve food to be proud of.

Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

As a Chef at the Black Bull, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you?

Join us at Ember Inns, a local to be proud of. Think, traditional pub grub, roaring fires and real ales set at the heart of the community. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to fit around you.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.
  
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF YOU’LL…

• Prepare everything that is needed before service.
• Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Welcome to GOLDSTAR CHEFS, the UK's main recruitment hub for International themed establishments seeking high calibre international hospitality professionals from around the world as well as within UK.

The UK is probably the world's biggest and most advanced global cuisine market and an attractive job market for International Chefs and Hospitality Managers. As a reputed hospitality recruiter (and government-authorised migration specialist), we enable talented professionals like you to be hired in UK's diverse hospitality industry sectors.

We represent stable, reputed, and principled employers who abide by high standards of employment practices and ethics. A Goldstar Chefs associated employer offers a higher salary, long-term stability, professional growth, and exceptional employee care and well-being.

The position is being offered by multi award winning group of Gastropubs, who already have a massive portfolio of diverse hospitality establishments. each location has its own personality and menu but with food and drink at its heart and soul which has been recognised by various awards and accolades.

Are you a creative and passionate Chef with outstanding skills? Are you ready for a new lifetime opportunity to do AMAZING work? Are you ready to discover a brighter, more rewarding and prosperous future for you and your family in UK? Then take a look!

• Position : Specialist Continental Chef De Partie
• Employer : Highly renowned Pub themed restaurant group
• Location: Preston
• Gross OTE salary package : circa £34,000 + (incl.share of serv. chge +
targeted bonus)
• Weekly working hours / days 48 hours / 5 days
• Benefits & Entitlements: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) incentives,
employer’s workplace pension, employee care and wellbeing support + more

Your role involves skilful preparation of complex Continental dishes and specialties specific to the regional theme of the establishment and its menus. You will be responsible for a series of kitchen operational duties commensurate with job role, and also be engaged in training and supervising of Commi Chefs and other junior kitchen staff.

To qualify for selection you must have the following minimum requirements: -

• Eligibility to live and work in UK
• Experience in the preparation of authentic high quality Continental dishes &
Specialities
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality, sourcing, measuring & formulation
• Industrial training in a world renowned culinary/hospitality institute
• Previous experience of at least 3 years in this role + min 3 years of prior
experience in escalating job roles
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour

In addition you should also be:-

• Performance, achievement and results driven
• Have an eye for detail
• Able to work well with others
• Creative energetic and passionate about delivering culinary excellence
• A hardworking, fastidious and conscientious individual
• Sound health and fitness
• FAST PACED AND BE ABLE TO WORK AT SPEED AND UNDER PRESSURE

Boost your chances of being shortlisted by sending a video demo of your skills, photos of dishes you specialize in and /or have created, Instagram link (if avail.) menus you have worked on, plus any commendations and references to hand.

This vacancy is open to worldwide as well as UK candidates.

Important note :

UK applicants - Prospective employers may ask for proof of right to work in UK (eg, passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by email or post before calling you for on site interview. If you cannot or will not provide in advance your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at time of interview.

Overseas applicants - Kindly note relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (incl.travel to UK) (employer pays relevant UKVI sponsor fees). If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities

GOOD NEWS - UKVI Skilled Workers visa leads to eligibility for settlement in UK after 5 years. Plus your spouse/family can also enter and reside with you on dependent visa whilst in UK. Please note aforementioned is accordance with UKVI Skilled Workers immigration rules at time of posting this ad.

Please note Goldstar Chefs do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy.

DUE TO EXPECTED VOLUME OF RESPONSES WE ARE UNABLE TO DEAL WITH PHONE INQUIRIES SO PLEASE DO NOT CALL, WE WILL CONTACT YOU IF SHORTLISTED

Goldstar Chefs are a nationwide recruitment organisation serving the UK's hospitality industry. We are also a UK government (OISC) regulated immigration adviser with specialist expertise in dealing with UKVI Skilled Workers sponsorship formalities for both employees and employers. Goldstar Chefs are a Corporate Member of The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).