Join our team!

Are you a passionate Hospitality Manager? If so, we'd love you to join our team!

This role sits within our Business & Industry division, catering for customers and those within the workplace. Taking care of catering and dining services, we're one of the industry's largest and most innovative contract caterers. With menus available to pre-order and with in-app payment, Elior B&I have matched the tastes and dietary requirements of our four million daily customers with 21st-century tech.

What you'll be doing...

Responsibilities:

• Responding appropriately to incoming enquiries via phone and email and chasing to a conclusion
• Conducting site show rounds
• Liaise with external suppliers, prepare quotes, contracts and event proposals for events of all types, including internal and external
• Produce event detailed planners (including catering, cost, invoicing details, itinerary, room set up, entertainment, AV etc.)
• Conducting menu tasting while planning the event with the client
• Actively identify marketing and promotion opportunities
• Develop events from proposal right up to delivery, including set, communicate and maintain project timelines and priorities
• High end Hospitality experience preferrable

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (07:30 to 15:30)

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Experience as an event manager
• Skilled in project management and event planner
• Knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management
• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
• Customer service orientation
• BSc/BA in PR, marketing, hospitality management or related field is preferred

Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

• Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
• Relax & recharge with 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years service
• Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

• Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

• Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

• Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

Kitchen Porter

Where those who love pizza can be their true self. Proud to be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.

Benefits:

• Free Food on shift

• 50% off food and drink when you’re not working

• Wagestream gives you access to up to 40% of your earned wages before payday

• Wellbeing Support for you and your family

• Referral Bonus of £400 for referring pizza chefs and £1000 for referring managers

• Holiday Pay

• Pension & Life Assurance

• Pay Rates: under 21s earn £8.60 per hour. 21 and over earn £11.44 per hour

• Plus Tips - You'll receive tips/Tronc*, with a 70:30 split between waiting and non-waiting teams, on top of your wages

• Learning and Development Opportunities to invest in you

 

  

*Tronc, or card gratuities, is a fair way to pay gratuities to our teams.  All Tronc goes to you, shared between our waiting and back of house teams.  You’ll get this at the end of each pay period, along with your normal pay and it’s one of the best perks about working in hospitality. 

You’ll be the heart of our team, making sure that everything in our Pizzeria is spotless and restocked. You’ll create the perfect atmosphere in which our customers can have enlivening experiences and enjoy our famous pizza. Just be yourself and we will bring the best out of you.

No experience required.

What you’ll be doing:

• Run the pot wash, clean crockery and glassware and restock

• Clean floors and bathrooms

• Working in a dynamic and energetic environment

 

Who we are:

Where those who love pizza can be their true self. Proud to be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.  We’ve been around since 1965, bringing pizza to the UK and have since grown to a multichannel, international brand.  Our people are at the heart of our success and everything we do; we believe you should always be able to express yourself.  

Inclusivity and respect are at the heart of our business and are valued by our teams, customers, and suppliers. PizzaExpress and Milano is a place where everyone is welcome, and everyone belongs.  That’s why we assess each application on the aptitude to do the job and nothing else.

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Team Member at Greggs, Oxford Station


Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour.

Shift pattern: Full Time, scheduled between 5 am and 8 pm including weekends.
Due to some responsibilities within the Team Member role, applicants will need to be 18 years of age or over to perform certain tasks or work on certain shifts and will be required to handle and serve alcohol.

If you're passionate about food and travel, you've come to the right place. We are the Global food travel experts, and we have something delicious for everyone. Whether you're flying, taking a train, or just passing by, we have the best food and drink options for you.

We work with more than 500 brands, from our own creations like Upper Crust, Millie’s Cookies, Café Local and Beer House, to well-known franchises like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, The Breakfast Club & BrewDog.

WHY JOIN SSP AS TEAM MEMBER?

At SSP, we don't just offer jobs; we provide dynamic career opportunities with a host of benefits:

- Employee Discounts: Enjoy up to a 50% discount on various SSP brands and franchises across the UK.
- Flexible Scheduling: To accommodate various lifestyles, we are promoting work-life balance
- 75% discount on your meal while on shift
- Friends and Family: 20% off on all purchases made at select SSP-operated units across the UK
- Continuous Growth: Access award-winning training, apprenticeships and development programs to enhance your skills and advance your career, Duty Manager Development Programme
- Help@Hand App: from shopping discounts , GP appointments, 24/7 help line to financial and wellbeing support for you and your loved ones
- Health and Wellbeing Support: Retail Trust, flexible working, comprehensive family-friendly leave
- Culture: We value diversity and inclusion at SSP and we have a variety of networks to support you, such as LGBTQ+, Women’s Network, Neurodiversity and Disability and many more.
- Activities: Barista Competition, Millie’s Cookies Ice off Challenge, Superstars Recognition
- Financial Support: Pension Plans, Life assurance, Share Incentives Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, competitive pay rates and more.


AS A TEAM MEMBER YOU’LL:


- Engage with customers and provide an outstanding customer experience.
- Ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Bring the SSP values to life.


Feel like you could belong at SSP? Apply now and start the best part of your journey as Team Member!

SSP are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives.

Kitchen Team

Where those who love pizza can be their true self. Proud to be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.

Benefits:

• Free Food on shift

• 50% off food and drink when you’re not working

• Wagestream gives you access to up to 40% of your earned wages before payday

• Wellbeing Support for you and your family

• Referral Bonus of £400 for referring pizza chefs and £1000 for referring managers

• Holiday Pay

• Pension & Life Assurance

• Pay Rates: during your training, you’ll earn £11.44 per hour. £11.75 - £12.13 (dependent on location) when you've finished your training

• Plus Tips - You'll receive tips/Tronc*, with a 70:30 split between waiting and non-waiting teams, on top of your wages

• Learning and Development Opportunities to invest in you

*Tronc, or card gratuities, is a fair way to pay gratuities to our teams.  All Tronc goes to you, shared between our waiting and back of house teams.  You’ll get this at the end of each pay period, along with your normal pay and it’s one of the best perks about working in hospitality. 

You will be creating the star of the show, our pizza. You’ll prep ingredients and keep our food quality high. Your role will go beyond the kitchen – it’s all about creating an enlivening experience for our customers and making every bite memorable. Just be yourself, and we'll bring out the best in you.

What you’ll do:

• Food prep and dough management

• Cook our iconic pizza and pasta

• Work in a dynamic and energetic environment

Who we are:

Where those who love pizza can be their true self. Proud to be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.  We’ve been around since 1965, bringing pizza to the UK and have since grown to a multichannel, international brand.  Our people are at the heart of our success and everything we do; we believe you should always be able to express yourself.  

Inclusivity and respect are at the heart of our business and are valued by our teams, customers, and suppliers. PizzaExpress and Milano is a place where everyone is welcome, and everyone belongs.  That’s why we assess each application on the aptitude to do the job and nothing else.

A fantastic opportunity for a Receptionist to join our team in voco Oxford Spires on a Full Time contract!

You will earn £12.00 per hour – equal to £24,960.00 salary

Staff Accommodation in Oxford available!

At voco, everyone’s a host and ready to provide our guests with the relaxed but attentive stay that they desire. We are reliably different, a trusted name offering an informal, non-pretentious stay that leaves our guests with a lasting impression. With a focus on our environment, you will be greeted by environmentally conscious innovations from start to finish

voco Oxford Spires, a stylish hotel in Oxford close to the river Thames, we are a short stroll from fascinating museums and university colleges in the city centre. At voco Oxford Spires our guest rooms offer welcoming voco flourishes.

Enjoy all-day dining in Deacons Restaurant and cocktails in Deacon’s bar with outside options for eating and drinking on the attractive terraces.

The Hotel is surrounded by gardens and if you are lucky (and quiet) you might even spot our resident family of muntjac deer.

Check out our Instagram page @vocooxfordspires!

As a receptionist you will play a vital part in delivering a superior guest experience, from Checking Guests in, to assisting with guest luggage - every day is different! We take pride in the fact that we are experts in what we do and love to demonstrate this expertise to our guests with a sense of flair.

To succeed as a Receptionist, you will need:

• To be passionate about delivering great service and be guest focused
• Previous experience in Receptionist, Guest Relations, Concierge
• Experience with handling guests queries and complaints
• Experience using Opera PMS is a huge advantage
• To be willing to learn new things and work as part of a wide hotel team

Our Receptionists enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Becoming part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies - which means global opportunities
• No zero-hour contracts! Our contracts come with GUARRANTEED hours
• Taxi subsidy for shifts starting/ending between 23:00-06:00
• Subsidised childcare support
• Meals whilst on duty
• 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)
• We provide every employee company sick pay and life insurance
• Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
• Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
• Don’t forget, bring your friends, and take part in our generous ‘Refer a Friend’ programme!

If you are someone who wants to join a company which favours laid-back but attentive connections with a focus on the environment, apply today to join our team as a Receptionist!

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

voco brand comes to life in hotels that you can count on but that are different enough to be fun. Unstuffy hotels, where people feel comfortable to relax, and just get on with relaxing. Hotels that are built on sustainability where we look after the planet with the same care as we look after our guests and colleagues.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Job Description

As our Head Chef your focus is to work closely with your teams to develop a great work relationship and together provide the best customer service.

As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of our students.
• Lead a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organised kitchen environment.

Company Description

Title: Head Chef, term-time only!

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Annual Salary: £40 - 43,000 per annum

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Are you a seasoned inspirational and creative Head Chef with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Head Chef to be the driving force behind one of our acclaimed independent school's culinary program.

Nestled in the heart of Oxford, this is a prestigious independent school and one of key contracts in the area. We provide a comprehensive range of food services, including breakfast, lunch, and supper for boarders and staff, along with an extensive hospitality service. Due to this the site operates 7 days a week, however the role is predominately Monday - Friday, meaning we ensure a well-organised schedule across our large team to help you maintain a positive work-life balance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Head Chef who is a true foodie at heart and enthusiastic about driving teams and crafting exceptional dining experiences for future generations. Here at Holroyd Howe, you have the chance to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, setting new standards for education catering in an iconic and stunning location.

Due to the demanding nature of this role, we are ideally seeking applicants with experience in contract catering or the independent education sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume, quality-focused environment.
• You can demonstrate that managing, training, and supporting a team has been an important part of your career to date.
• Financially astute, you are very analytical and know how to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performance.
• Excellent coaching, delegation and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to thrive under pressure.
• Meticulous organisational abilities and a high attention to detail
• Empathetic, clear and highly effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective.
• Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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Maintenance Team Member

Holiday Inn Oxford

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Hotel Maintenance Team Member to join our team. As a member of the hotel maintenance team, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of maintenance and repair work to ensure that all equipment and facilities are in good working order.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out regular maintenance and repair work on the hotel's equipment and facilities, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Responding promptly to any maintenance requests or emergencies, and addressing them in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conducting regular inspections of the hotel's facilities and equipment to identify any maintenance issues and ensure that they are addressed promptly.
• Keeping accurate records of all maintenance work, including expenses, work completed, and parts used.
• Assisting with the implementation of preventative maintenance programs to ensure that all equipment and facilities are well-maintained and in good working order.
• Assisting with the management of external contractors and suppliers, including ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard and within budget.
• Adhering to health and safety guidelines and ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out safely.
• Assisting with other tasks and projects as required by the Maintenance Manager or senior management.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the lgh hotel portfolio.
• Access to the ihg employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (t&cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working in a maintenance role in a hotel or similar environment.
• Strong technical skills and a good understanding of building and facility systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to work evenings and weekends if required.
• A good understanding of health and safety guidelines and procedures.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn® Oxford hotel is conveniently located just off the A34, only three miles from Oxford town centre. Hotel guests can enjoy free parking and a short walk to the Pear Tree Park & Ride bus service for a quick 10-minute journey into the City Centre.

For those looking to explore further afield, Oxford Parkway train station is only five minutes away by car and provides easy access to London, while the designer outlet shopping at Bicester Village Retail Park is also within easy reach.

Within walking distance of the hotel are many of the University of Oxford's historic buildings, including the Radcliffe Camera and Christopher Wren's Tom Tower, as well as the Ashmolean Museum. Additionally, guests can take a short 10-minute drive to visit the birthplace of Winston Churchill at Baroque Blenheim Palace.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

About the role as a Chef Assessor:
Do you want to transform your career and pass on your hospitality and catering experience to the next generation?
Due to an increase in our provision, we are looking for a chef to teach, assess and support our apprenticeship provision within the Activate Learning Hospitality and Catering department at City of Oxford College. You will be responsible for the delivery, assessment, and tracking student achievement for the courses.
This post provides an excellent opportunity for an individual with passion and drive who is committed to enabling our students to unlock their potential and switch on to the power of learning. For example, a culinary arts student from one of our colleges has been crowned the Young Risotto Chef of the Year 2021 and we would love the candidate for this post to continue to drive competition experiences forward.
This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37 hours per week split across Oxfordshire and Berkshire. What do you need to be a successful Professional Cookery Teacher at Activate Learning?
You will have worked in the industry as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie and you will have a passion for using this experience to develop the skills of the future generation.
An assessor's qualification is required, but as long as you have the qualifications and industry experience to teach on our Hospitality and Catering courses, and demonstrate the attributes to be an inspirational teacher, we can provide you with teacher training, development and support to equip you to teach in the FE sector.
Communication with industry partners is also a requirement for this role as we work closely with hotel chains, local restaurants, and contract catering employers to supply work placement, apprenticeships, mentorships and masterclass demonstrations for our students.

Experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie is essential
Qualified chef to level 3
An assessors qualification is desirable, or the willingness to work towards obtaining a qualification
It is desirable if you have a teaching qualification and worked within education as a teacher, but this is not essential
Strong grasp of the skills required in a professional kitchen, and how to teach them

You will also have strong organisation skills coupled with the ability to prioritise workloads and will benefit from being part of a supportive team, working in a varied and interesting role with a variety of opportunities for career development.
Who we are:
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:



Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.


Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter into an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

Housekeeping Team Member

Holiday Inn Oxford

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The Opportunity

As a Housekeeping Team Member, you will play an essential role in ensuring that our hotel is clean, comfortable, and inviting for our guests. You will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining all guest areas, including guest rooms, public areas, linen rooms, and cupboards, and always ensuring that service levels are exceptional.

Your role will involve servicing hotel bedrooms and public areas to company standards and within allocated time frames. You will be familiar with agreed cleaning standards and presentation of all room categories and report any damages or breakages promptly to ensure repairs are carried out.

You will also be responsible for returning all equipment to their allotted storerooms at the end of each working day and keeping the storerooms and working areas clean and tidy

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the lgh hotel portfolio.
• Access to the ihg employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (t&cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience in a similar role and understands the importance of attention to detail in housekeeping
• Is passionate about providing exceptional customer service and takes pride in delivering clean and well-maintained guest rooms and public areas
• Is a team player who is reliable, punctual and able to work collaboratively with others
• Possesses excellent time management skills and is able to prioritize tasks effectively to ensure all areas are cleaned to a high standard within the allocated time frame
• Is physically fit and able to carry out the physical demands of the job, including lifting and moving heavy objects, standing for extended periods of time, and working in a fast-paced environment
• Has good communication skills and is able to work effectively with other departments to ensure the smooth running of the hotel
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Is familiar with health and safety regulations and has a good understanding of the proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Has a good eye for detail and is able to spot areas that require extra attention, such as stains or damaged items.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn® Oxford hotel is conveniently located just off the A34, only three miles from Oxford town centre. Hotel guests can enjoy free parking and a short walk to the Pear Tree Park & Ride bus service for a quick 10-minute journey into the City Centre.

For those looking to explore further afield, Oxford Parkway train station is only five minutes away by car and provides easy access to London, while the designer outlet shopping at Bicester Village Retail Park is also within easy reach.

Within walking distance of the hotel are many of the University of Oxford's historic buildings, including the Radcliffe Camera and Christopher Wren's Tom Tower, as well as the Ashmolean Museum. Additionally, guests can take a short 10-minute drive to visit the birthplace of Winston Churchill at Baroque Blenheim Palace.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

Kitchen Team Member - Oxford City Centre (Westgate) Premier Inn


Come and be a Kitchen Team Member at Premier Innin (Oxford City Centre). Help us prepare, cook and serve our mouth-watering meals to Premier Inn guests. Immediate start, no chef experience needed.


PAY RATE: Up to £12.59per hour


CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent - we don't do zero hours contracts!



HOURS: 25 a week - guaranteed hours to plan your week around


LOCATION: Oxford City Centre (Westgate) Premier Inn,Greyfriars Court, Paradise Square, Oxford OX1 1BE


Why you'll love it here: 




Training and support: We've got the user-friendly equipment that will make your life easier from the start and the training that'll give you a real career path in our kitchens and beyond.


Whitbread Benefits card: Enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants







Pension and saving schemes: Company pension and save as you earn scheme


Discounts: Get money off shops, your utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more


Have breakfast on us: Enjoy a complimentary Premier Inn breakfast for 2 when you join us




What you'll do: Join our team at Oxford City Centre (Westgate) Premier Innas a Kitchen Team Member, cooking up tasty meals for our well rested Premier Inn guests. Be part of the UK's leading hospitality business, Whitbread.

This Beautiful Award winning Hotel, is looking for an experienced and talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team.

Magnificent location - with beautiful views - with Live in and a fantatsic culture and a Great belief in staff welfare and wellbeing

The busy kitchen team are seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to help lead the team in producing indulgent ranges of delicate desserts, proper puds and other sweet creations for the whole hotel. From large-scale conferences and events to inspired mini-desserts for the restaurant and afternoon tea pastries both classic and contemporary, this vacancy represents a great opportunity to develop your career in the specialisation of pastry.

A fantasic opportunity to develop and suceed in your Career as a Pastry Chef de Partie

Requirements for this Pastry Chef de Partie opportunity are:

NVQ 1 & 2 or equivalent
Strong leadership, motivational and teamwork skills
Planning and Time Management
A flexible attitude
Experience in all relative disciplines
NVQ Level 3 (advantageous)

Benefits of this Pastry Chef de Partie role inc:

Live-In Accommodation
Use of leisure facilities
One free meal whilst on duty
Uniform provided
Generous discount for you and your family/friends
Annual overnight loyalty stays
Holiday entitlement which increases after 2 years’ service
Excellent training and development opportunities

To Apply For This Role:

To apply for this opportunity, then please send us your most recent up to date CV to murray@firstcontactuk.com

Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information about this role.

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This is a permanent position.

All applicants will have a stable CV with excellent traceable references. The person to suit must be experienced in fresh produce

Should also possess NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certificate.

You must either be working in or a resident in the United Kingdom to apply for this position . You must be able to prove your Right to Work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role, you must be a UK/EU Citizen and have ILR/PR status or hold a work permit /visa with at least 2 years remaining .

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised. If we havent contacted you within 72 hours, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion for this position.

First Contact Chefs are passionate about fostering careers in the hospitality industry. We believe in professional career development, rather than simply placing candidates in jobs. We nurture talent to ensure an enhancement of our clients and the industrys reputation as a whole and we are a great supporter of "A Passion to Inspire" developing the relationship between the applicant and employer.

By applying directly for this position you accept that we can store your personal data. We promise to never pass your details on to third parties without your direct authorisation.

Job Description

This is a full-time role for a Head Chef with passion for culinary development of fine dining cookery and service.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who can inspire and lead our great team and share their wealth of experience.

WHAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY:

• Ensure that the location achieves, as a minimum, the financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget
• Monitor the work of all the staff and carry out appraisals, recognise training needs and potential as appropriate
• Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information
• Work with your General Manager to prepare budgets; achieve and maintain the food cost in accordance with the budget
• Develop and evolve all client’s services at location, ensuring regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemented

Company Description

HEAD CHEF OPPORTUNITY!!

Here at BaxterStorey We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Chef to work one of Oxford's colleges.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry.

In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary

• Salary - £35,000 per annum
• Contract: Full-Time/ Permanent
• Hours 40 per week plus overtime shifts based on weekly rota
• 28 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Bespoke training and development
• Pension
• Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays and cinemas

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Thrive on getting the best out of people and maximising commercial opportunities
• Excellent kitchen management skills
• Fresh ideas for hospitality and weekly lunch menus
• Draw satisfaction from managing, training and supporting a team
• Provide a professional catering service, ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met
• Previous experience in a Head Chef role required
• Strong understanding of report writing and financial management.
• Excellent supervisory and communication skills
• Good delegation and influencing skills
• Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving
• Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
• Hands on approach and 'Can do' attitude are crucial

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location, whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university, we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer and guest can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We can’t do this alone; we need the brightest and the best to join us in our mission to revolutionise the hospitality industry. No bland, boring experiences here, just tastemakers and gamechangers creating legacies and having fun.

Our drive and belief in people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Come join the revolution!

We want to fuel your individuality, which is why we are deeply committed to creating an inclusive working culture at BaxterStorey.

Ready to be fuelled? Apply today.

Find out more about us at www.baxterstorey.com

INDVIP

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Company Description

Title: Chef de Partie

Location: BaxterStorey/ Oxford

Salary: £13.90 per hour/ 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Full-time/ Permanent

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary career leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a passionate Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in as a Commis Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A fantastic opportunity for Bar Team Leader to join our funky team at The Refuge – Kimpton Clocktower!

You will earn £12.98 per hour – equal to £26,988.40 salary, plus service charge

The Refuge is a vibrant and bustling establishment in the heart of Manchester, renowned for its exceptional restaurant and bar experience. Nestled in the historic but with a modern twist – Kimpton Clocktower, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch service and unforgettable experiences to our guests.

You can check out our instagram pages to have a look at @therefugemcr & @kimptonclocktower!

At Kimpton, our shared mission is to make lives better through heartfelt human connections. This emotional investment drives all that we do, and it’s why you’ll love the work, too. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to act from the heart, to go above and beyond to create ridiculously personal experiences for each other and our guests!!

Kimpton Clocktower is all about providing a contemporary luxury hotel experience whilst building heartfelt human connections with guests and colleagues – we call it Stay Human. What more could you ask? It’s not just the humans who feel this, we extend this to all our furry friends, because our heartfelt connection does not end with humans!

Working at Kimpton is not just about working and it’s certainly not like working at other places. We value personality, individuality, creativity, doing right, continually improving, focus and passion.

Our passion is YOU…come as you are!

Here, you will have space to:

• Be yourself - bringing the real you to work, with your unique personality we want you to be who you are!
• Lead yourself – we trust you to make decisions and exert your creativity in order to provide our guests with heartfelt human connections, we trust you to do right!
• Make it count – you matter, and we will provide you with all the tools you need in order to create ridiculously personalised experiences for our guests every day!

As Bar Team Leader, you enjoy variety and are at your best when being part of a team as well as being passionate about helping your team deliver excellent service to all guests.

To succeed as a Bar Team Leader, you will need:

• To be passionate about delivering great service and great food and drinks
• Previous supervisory experience in bars or restaurants
• Experience with handling guests queries and complaints
• Experience with working with customers in a busy environment
• To be willing to learn new things and work as part of a wide hotel team

What’s in it for you as our Bar Team Leader:

• Becoming part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies - which means global opportunities.
• Taxi subsidy for shifts starting/ending between 23:00-06:00.
• Subsidised childcare support
• Meals whilst on duty
• 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)
• We provide every employee company sick pay and life insurance
• Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
• Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
• Don’t forget, bring your friends and take part in our generous ‘Refer a Friend’ programme!

If you are someone who likes to march to the beat of their own drum and wants to join a company which encourages authentic individuality, apply today to join us as Bar Team Leader!

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants crafts unique destinations that kindle heartfelt human connections. Our bespoke spaces blend spirit, style and delight to create an addictive culture of refined irreverence where locals, visitors & colleagues seamlessly connect.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

kitchen porter | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a kitchen porter to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a kitchen porter at wagamama you'll play an essential role in our kitchen team. you'll be responsible for keeping our kitchen clean, safe and organised, ensuring that our chefs have everything they need to deliver exceptional fresh food to our guests. you'll embody our people promise + values through how you show up at work, assisting with food preparation and dishwashing when required. working alongside a talented and diverse team not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way. so whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you

perks + quirks |

• £11.44 per hour + £21.30 average tips per week*

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• dedicated 4-week training programme

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• pension scheme + 28 days holiday

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

we're looking for someone who is able to embody the wagamama way in all its forms. a great team player who can work well under pressure. you'll have good interpersonal skills, and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. you don’t need experience to join us as a kitchen porter, we'll provide all the training you need

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. average tips are based on back of house team level positions across all our uk restaurants between 2/5/22 + 29/5/22. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way