Total 10 Manager job vacancies in Taunton, TA2 7PQ

Are you a passionate chef looking for your next career move in a truly special setting? King's College Prep School inTauntonis seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of Head Chef.This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established team and lead a kitchen where fresh, scratch-made food takes centre stage.

Why Join Us?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an enviable schedule with term-time working hours, minimal weekend shifts, and approximately 14 weeks off per year, including a two-week break in December.
• Creative Freedom: Bring your flair to menu development and delight our students and staff with your culinary creativity.
• Perks That Matter:
  • Free parking onsite.
  • A free meal on duty.
  • Complimentary uniform provided.
• A Supportive Team: You'll lead a dedicated team of 10, including pastry chefs, salad chefs, evening shift cooks, and general assistants. The team is flexible, welcoming, and ready to embrace new ideas.
• Beautiful Setting: Nestled in a lovely location, our school offers a serene and inspiring environment to work in every day.
• Career Progression: This role has opened due to the promotion of our current Head Chef
• Pro-Rated Salary: With a pro-rated annual salary based on a 38.4-week working year (plus 5.6 weeks of holiday) paid in 12 equal instalments, this role offers work-life balance with flexibility over 5 days per week, including occasional Saturdays.

As Head Chef, you will:

• Oversee daily meal preparation for 30 breakfasts, 300 lunches, and afternoon snacks.
• Work 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting at 6 am - 3pm.
• Occasionally support weekend events (rarely).
• Have the chance to engage with students, building relationships and discussing their food preferences in pupil council meetings.
• Maintain a professional yet approachable demeanour, balancing friendliness with the ability to connect with children aged 3 months to 13 years.
• Ensure meticulous attention to detail, especially regarding allergens and food safety.

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Skilled in team leadership, fostering collaboration and positivity.
• Flexible and adaptable, thriving in a dynamic school environment.
• Passionate about cooking fresh, high-quality food from scratch.
• Eager to balance professionalism with a sense of fun, creating a welcoming dining experience for students and staff alike.

For a full list of responsibilities and person specification please view the attached job description

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental Health Support:Unlimited access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance:Access to support for everyday challenges, including legal and financial advice.
• Health & Wellbeing App:Enjoy a free app with rewards for healthy living, plus 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Discounts & Financial Benefits:Exclusive deals through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme, alongside insights and savings via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Retirement Planning:Join the Sodexo Retirement Plan to secure your future.
• Death in Service Benefit:Protection for your loved ones in the event of your passing while employed.
• Career Development:Opportunities for growth through a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme:Promote a healthier lifestyle while helping the environment.
• Volunteering Opportunities:Engage in meaningful community support initiatives.
• Flexible Work Environment:Enjoy a dynamic workplace with competitive compensation.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

Valid Driving License is essential as travel between sites may be required. What We Offer? A supportive, innovative work environment focused on quality patient care. Training for on-call duties, as well as opportunities for personal and professional growth within the Trust. Please see attached job description for more information. Informal phone calls welcome - Lee Prosser -Deputy Head of Facilities Services - 01823 343165 or 07786 198099

Shift Leader at Caffè Nero

At Caffè Nero, it's our people that make us different. If you pride yourself on keeping customers happy through fantastic service, whilst learning and growing in a great team, this could be the right job for you.

As a Shift Leader, you will support in the running of the store – leading the team, giving great customer service and delivering the very best standards of coffee and food.

Ideally you will have some experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader – but if you haven’t got that don’t worry, we’d still love to hear from you.

What you can expect:

• Brilliant training – no experience is required!
• The opportunity to grow your career and develop personally and professionally.
• Unlimited free handmade drinks and up to 75% off food and packaged drinks when you’re on shift.
• 50% off all handmade drinks and 40% off everything else when you’re off shift.
• Recommend A Friend Scheme, giving you the chance to earn up to £750 if you refer new people to join the team.
• Length of service recognition.
• Access to our benefits platform, with hundreds of discounts, rewards and offers.
• Via our incentive ‘Nero 90’, our Baristas and Shift Leaders also have the opportunity to receive an additional 15p per hour, if their store collectively achieves the Customer Satisfaction score.

Why choose us?

When you join us, you’re joining a group of caring, supportive and friendly people - whether that’s your team, the regular customers of your café or your community. At the same time as giving fantastic service you’ll have loads of fun along the way - maybe a pizza night, a Caffè Nero Club party or even at the Barista of the Year event. There’s something for everyone.

The starter rate for Shift Leaders in this location is £11.49 per hour, increasing to £11.66 with service.

If you have a great attitude, bags of energy and love interacting with customers then we’d love to hear from you!

At Caffè Nero you really can be you, with us.

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 Assistant Manager at the Griffin - Harvester, you’ll bring your experience to the table, supporting the General Manager in leading your team to success. Through your passion and drive you will motivate your team to deliver excellent guest experience, mentoring each individual to be the best that they can be!

Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Amazing progression opportunities! We believe in growing our own talent. Last year, we promoted over 150 Assistant Managers to General Managers.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• 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 ASSISTANT MANAGER YOU’LL…

• Use your management experience to support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business, being the Duty Manager when they are not around.
• Use your communication skills to train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of.
• Be the role model and guide development within your team.
• Lead the team to deliver moments that WOW our guest, keeping them coming back.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! *Terms & conditions apply 191817 #TJ

ABOUT THE ROLE- A £2000 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. As Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead of a Barchester care home, you'll support the delivery of the quality care we're known for. Working closely with the General Manager and taking on leadership duties in their absence, you can expect to help with everything from ensuring care standards to motivating your team. You'll inspire a multidisciplinary team to make sure they help every resident to enjoy the best possible quality of life. That means leading by example and monitoring standards through regular audits, supervised clinical practice and checking our regulatory compliance. You'll set the highest standards and draw on your skills to develop and deliver strategies that will help you achieve your goals. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead, you'll need be a Registered Nurse (RN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching/mentoring/supervision qualification. Experience in helping residents with different health needs is important too, as is a successful track record of managing safeguarding investigations and clinical risk assessments. We'll also look for some HR experience, a strong knowledge of sales and marketing, an understanding of budget management, and a track record of supporting newly qualified nurses through preceptorship. Finally, you'll be compassionate, resilient and determined to deliver quality care in our engaging and energetic environment. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: A £2000 Golden Hello* Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information. Contact is encouraged with any additional questions.

Age UK is recruiting! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager to join our friendly and supportive Taunton team.

Utilising your previous retail experience and excellent managerial skills, you will manage the day to day running of our store - maximising store sales and profits while ensuring our customers receive an excellent service. In doing so, you will be helping to raise funds for Age UK and the incredible services and support they provide to older people.

As Store Manager, you will manage our brilliant team of staff and volunteers, providing effective leadership, training, and development.

If you are a motivated manager with a passion for retail and would like to use your skills to support a charity that helps thousands of older people across the UK, this may be the role for you!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)

To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.

You will have:

• Experience in a performance driven retail/customer centric environment
• Experience of managing people
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team
• Strong drive to achieve results through others
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
• Ability to motivate self and others
• An open and adaptable approach to change and be able to support others through it
• Experience of communicating with a diverse workforce and customer base
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

What we offer in return:

• A 35 hour working week
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday allowance
• A generous pension - we will contribute 8%
• Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
• Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events

Additional Information

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Nursery Trainee Manager

Location: Tops Musgrove, Taunton, Somerset

Job type: Full time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £31,054.40 per year
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week

About the Nursery Trainee Manager Role

Do you have Early Years Leadership experience and looking for a fresh new challenge?

As a Nursery Trainee Manager, you will support the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. This role is designed for individuals aspiring to develop management skills within a childcare setting. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager and staff to promote high standards of care and education.

About the Nursery

Tops Musgrove Nursery is a 122 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Musgrove, Taunton. The nursery run several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, toothbrushing, Football fun and much more!

What does the Nursery Manager role involve?

• Assist in overseeing daily nursery activities, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the Nursery Manager to train, mentor, and support staff in delivering high-quality childcare.
• Monitor and support the developmental progress of children, implementing appropriate educational activities and assessments.
• Foster positive relationships with parents and caregivers, addressing concerns and promoting nursery events and initiatives.
• Help manage administrative tasks, including attendance records, incident reports, and budgeting.
• Assist in the implementation of nursery policies and procedures, ensuring adherence by staff and parents.
• Promote a safe and hygienic environment, conducting regular safety checks and maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Work collaboratively with the nursery team, contributing ideas to enhance the overall quality of care and education.

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.

• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

• Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.
• Flexible Working Options: Maximise Your Time Off with Compressed Hours. By working compressed hours, you can enjoy even more time off either work a four-day week every week and gain up to 48 extra days off per year. or, alternatively, work nine days over two weeks, and you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. That’s on top of your standard holiday allowance!
• Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of 29 days of holiday to relax and recharge.
• Exclusive Deals and Discounts: Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for up to 40% off cinema tickets, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.
• Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Childrens’ Barred List.

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Vacancy Reference: CS/1810

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Sir William Burrough School is seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher to join our primary team in our school. This post would be suitable for a more experienced class teacher who is ready to develop or consolidate curriculum leadership and are inspired to lead an area of learning.

We seek an excellent, talented and motivated teacher who will take advantage of all the opportunities presented by working in a dynamic and innovative organisation which has the advantage of partnerships with secondary colleagues, world leading Universities and Corporate Trust partners.

Working within this exciting organisation, you will be a teacher, curriculum and leader who is passionate about the entitlement of young people to inspiring education. The successful candidate will have an unwavering belief in the potential of every student to succeed and have a creative approach to inspiring children.

You will embrace the professional development opportunities afforded by working in a forward thinking organisation. We welcome visits to the school, prior to application, so we can show you all we have on offer:

• Pupils who are fully engaged in their learning
• Our supportive, creative and dynamic Senior Leadership Team, Governors and Trust Partners
• A well-resourced school
• Tailor-made CDP opportunities to enhance your professional development
• Supportive and enthusiastic parents

Sir William Burrough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.

We do not accept CVs alone.

Interviews to be arranged for the 21st October 2024

What the school offers its staff

https://www.ust.london/work-with-us/why-work-with-us

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.