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Function: | Meta & TikTok Ads | Performance Creative | Content Strategy | Drive performance creative for D2C brands Reports to: Head of Performance. Location: Hybrid - Hambi Media HQ, Oval, Central London Compensation: £40,000 - £60,000 Overview: Hambi Media Ltd is now the leading performance creative agency for e-commerce brands in the UK, boasting a team of 40+ high-performing A-Players. With over £100M spent on creative across Meta and TikTok ads, our clients include Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Nutrition Geeks, Mindful Chef and many more. We’re proud to be one of the few D2C creative agencies housing in-house design, production, strategy, and UGC teams under one roof. Our small and fresh team was born in the world of advertising and film; bringing an exciting blend of creativity and ad strategy. We offer a range of bespoke top-of-funnel brand services for our clients, including performance and creative, high-production video, and design. As your growth partner, we strategise, ideate, create, and optimise exceptional creative content, including UGC, high-production, design, and motion graphic ads. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop performance creative solution, acting as an in-house creative team for our clients. The Role: As a Paid Social Creative Strategist, you will own creative direction for Meta and TikTok campaigns. You’ll interpret creative performance data, identify winning patterns, and develop concepts, scripts, hooks, and frameworks that drive growth. You’ll partner with designers, editors, creators, and media buyers to build conversion-led creative. • 3+ years of experience in a content / creative strategy or social media marketing role, preferably in an agency setting, • Proven track record of developing successful creative campaigns, • Preferred experience working within performance creative, media buying or D2C/ E-commerce advertising, • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and reporting, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once, • Knowledge of digital marketing platforms, especially Meta, and understanding of performance marketing principles and theory Responsibilities: • Develop and execute social media performance creative strategies that align with our client's business objectives., • Conceptualise and execute performance creative campaigns for Meta ad campaigns (such as UGC, high-production ads, motion graphic ads and static design ads)., • Understand what makes creative convert and continually be looking to optimise creative performance within ad campaigns on Meta and Tiktok, familiarity with soft and hard ad matrices., • Scripting and briefing creative for D2C campaigns., • Utilise creative data to measure and report on campaign performance, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimise future campaigns., • Work closely with a Account Manager to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our creative deliverables ., • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market research, and consumer insights to inform our creative strategies., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including account management, media buying, and production, to deliver integrated creative campaigns that drive results., • Participate in client meetings to discuss campaign performance, creative recommendations, and strategic planning., • Contribute to the development and implementation of Hambi Media's overall creative vision and strategy., • Manage multiple projects at once, prioritising and delegating tasks as needed to ensure timely and effective delivery of client work., • Have the ability to confidently Write and edit ad copy and scripts for a variety of formats, including UGC, design, and video ads., • You will be responsible for creating intricate and in-depth briefs for user generated content (UGC) creators., • Ability to understand human psychology, sociology & why people buy things. Attitude: You, • Will take complete ownership of successes and failures, with a growth-first approach that prioritises client outcomes., • Commercially minded, always looking for ways to create more value for clients and the agency., • Confident in leading communications, setting the tone for client relationships, and influencing strategy., • Are entrepreneurial with the ability to see the bigger picture., • Have a proactive solution based mindset, allowing you to positively influence change., • Have exceptional attention to detail., • Confidence in building long-term relationships with your client base are able to work pro-actively prioritising tasks efficiently., • Enjoys participating in a collaborative office with regular team building events and social activities., • Go above and beyond., • Thrive in a fast paced startup environment., • Client Portfolio: Work with a diverse range of D2C and e-commerce brands, spanning multiple niches and continents., • Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a world-class team of motivated and high-performing individuals., • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for rapid career progression in a fast-growing agency., • Work-Life Balance: 27 days paid holiday (plus your birthday off), hybrid working, and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days., • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health and dental insurance, company pension scheme, and structured training programs., • Dynamic Culture: A fun, happiness-driven environment with regular team-building activities., • Hybrid working: We have a beautiful office in Oval, Central London.

Function: Performance Creative | Account Leadership | Pod Management Reports to: Account Director Location: Remote-first (1 day per month in-office - Hambi Media HQ, Oval, London) Compensation: £45,000 – £55,000 + Bonus + Benefits + 27 Days Holiday Overview: Hambi Media is the UK’s leading performance creative agency for D2C and e-commerce brands. With in-house strategy, production, UGC and design teams, we produce creative that doesn’t just look good - it drives growth. We’ve delivered over £100M worth of performance creative across Meta and TikTok for brands like Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Mindful Chef and Nutrition Geeks. Our Account Managers sit at the heart of delivery - owning communication, keeping momentum high, and ensuring launches land cleanly and on time. About the role: We’re hiring a Senior Account Manager to strengthen our middle management layer and lead pods at a higher standard. This role blends client leadership, team management, and delivery ownership. You’ll oversee a small group of high-value accounts while coaching Account Managers to perform consistently and confidently. You are not just “good with clients” - you know how to run accounts, lead people, and raise standards. What you'll be responsible for: Client & Commercial Leadership: • Own senior relationships across larger, higher-impact accounts, • Lead strategic client conversations, performance reviews and planning, • Guide clients through launches, pivots and scale moments, • Spot upsell, retention and growth opportunities Pod & People Management: • Line-manage Account Managers within your pod, • Coach AMs on communication, organisation and client ownership, • Raise delivery standards across accounts and workflows, • Support hiring, onboarding and development of AMs Delivery & Quality Control: • Oversee UGC and creative workflows across the pod, • Ensure launches are planned, resourced and executed cleanly, • Act as escalation point for delivery or client risk, • Maintain consistency across processes and client experience What you bring: • 4+ years’ experience in agency account management, • Proven experience managing or mentoring Account Managers, • Strong understanding of performance creative, UGC and launch cycles, • Confidence running senior client conversations independently, • Commercial awareness — retention, margin, and growth matter to you, • Calm authority — clients and teams trust your judgment Who you are: • A true manager - you enjoy leading people, not just accounts, • Standards-driven - you care about quality and consistency, • Accountable - you own outcomes across your pod, • Structured and decisive - you bring order and clarity, • A role model - AMs learn by watching how you operate, • Client Portfolio: Work with a diverse range of D2C and e-commerce brands, spanning multiple niches and continents., • Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a world-class team of motivated and high-performing individuals., • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for rapid career progression in a fast-growing agency., • Work-Life Balance: 27 days paid holiday (plus your birthday off), hybrid working, and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days., • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health and dental insurance, company pension scheme, and structured training programs., • Remote working with 1 day a month in London Head Office.

Function: | Content Systems | UGC Direction | Paid Social Performance Reports to: Head of Performance Location: Hybrid - Hambi Media HQ, Oval, Central London Compensation: £40,000 - £60,000 Overview: Hambi Media Ltd is now the leading performance creative agency for e-commerce brands in the UK, boasting a team of 40+ high-performing A-Players. With over £100M spent on creative across Meta and TikTok ads, our clients include Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Nutrition Geeks, Mindful Chef and many more. We’re proud to be one of the few D2C creative agencies housing in-house design, production, strategy, and UGC teams under one roof. Our small and fresh team was born in the world of advertising and film; bringing an exciting blend of creativity and ad strategy. We offer a range of bespoke top-of-funnel brand services for our clients, including performance and creative, high-production video, and design. As your growth partner, we strategise, ideate, create, and optimise exceptional creative content, including UGC, high-production, design, and motion graphic ads. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop performance creative solution, acting as an in-house creative team for our clients. The Role: As a Paid Social Content Strategist, you’ll shape and execute content strategies built for performance. You’ll script UGC, create narrative structures, develop hooks, analyse performance, and guide content creation end-to-end. You work daily with creators, designers, editors, and media buyers to ensure content both performs and elevates the brand. • 3+ years of experience in a content / creative strategy or social media marketing role, preferably in an agency setting, • Proven track record of developing successful creative campaigns, • Preferred experience working within performance creative, media buying or D2C/ E-commerce advertising, • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and reporting, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once, • Knowledge of digital marketing platforms, especially Meta, and understanding of performance marketing principles and theory Responsibilities: • Develop and execute social media performance creative strategies that align with our client's business objectives., • Conceptualise and execute performance creative campaigns for Meta ad campaigns (such as UGC, high-production ads, motion graphic ads and static design ads)., • Understand what makes creative convert and continually be looking to optimise creative performance within ad campaigns on Meta and Tiktok, familiarity with soft and hard ad matrices., • Scripting and briefing creative for D2C campaigns., • Utilise creative data to measure and report on campaign performance, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimise future campaigns., • Work closely with a Account Manager to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our creative deliverables ., • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market research, and consumer insights to inform our creative strategies., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including account management, media buying, and production, to deliver integrated creative campaigns that drive results., • Participate in client meetings to discuss campaign performance, creative recommendations, and strategic planning., • Contribute to the development and implementation of Hambi Media's overall creative vision and strategy., • Manage multiple projects at once, prioritising and delegating tasks as needed to ensure timely and effective delivery of client work., • Have the ability to confidently Write and edit ad copy and scripts for a variety of formats, including UGC, design, and video ads., • You will be responsible for creating intricate and in-depth briefs for user generated content (UGC) creators., • Ability to understand human psychology, sociology & why people buy things. Attitude: You, • Will take complete ownership of successes and failures, with a growth-first approach that prioritises client outcomes., • Commercially minded, always looking for ways to create more value for clients and the agency., • Confident in leading communications, setting the tone for client relationships, and influencing strategy., • Are entrepreneurial with the ability to see the bigger picture., • Have a proactive solution based mindset, allowing you to positively influence change., • Have exceptional attention to detail., • Confidence in building long-term relationships with your client base are able to work pro-actively prioritising tasks efficiently., • Enjoys participating in a collaborative office with regular team building events and social activities., • Go above and beyond., • Thrive in a fast paced startup environment., • Client Portfolio: Work with a diverse range of D2C and e-commerce brands, spanning multiple niches and continents., • Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a world-class team of motivated and high-performing individuals., • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for rapid career progression in a fast-growing agency., • Work-Life Balance: 27 days paid holiday (plus your birthday off), hybrid working, and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days., • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health and dental insurance, company pension scheme, and structured training programs., • Dynamic Culture: A fun, happiness-driven environment with regular team-building activities., • Hybrid working: We have a beautiful office in Oval, Central London.

Function: | Meta Ads | Performance Creative | Content Strategy | Drive performance creative for D2C brands Reports to: Head of Performance Location: Hybrid - Hambi Media HQ, Oval, Central London Compensation: £40,000 - £60,000 Overview: Hambi Media Ltd is now the leading performance creative agency for e-commerce brands in the UK, boasting a team of 40+ high-performing A-Players. With over £100M spent on creative across Meta and TikTok ads, our clients include Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Nutrition Geeks, Mindful Chef and many more. We’re proud to be one of the few D2C creative agencies housing in-house design, production, strategy, and UGC teams under one roof. Our small and fresh team was born in the world of advertising and film; bringing an exciting blend of creativity and ad strategy. We offer a range of bespoke top-of-funnel brand services for our clients, including performance and creative, high-production video, and design. As your growth partner, we strategise, ideate, create, and optimise exceptional creative content, including UGC, high-production, design, and motion graphic ads. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop performance creative solution, acting as an in-house creative team for our clients. The Role: As a Content Strategist, you’ll develop content systems that drive measurable performance. You’ll analyse creative data, understand buyer behaviour, and translate insights into content frameworks, narratives, hooks, and scripts that generate results across Meta and TikTok. You’ll work with designers, editors, creators, and media teams to deliver end-to-end content direction. • 3+ years of experience in a content / creative strategy or social media marketing role, preferably in an agency setting, • Proven track record of developing successful creative campaigns, • Preferred experience working within performance creative, media buying or D2C/ E-commerce advertising, • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and reporting, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once, • Knowledge of digital marketing platforms, especially Meta, and understanding of performance marketing principles and theory Responsibilities: • Develop and execute social media performance creative strategies that align with our client's business objectives., • Conceptualise and execute performance creative campaigns for Meta ad campaigns (such as UGC, high-production ads, motion graphic ads and static design ads)., • Understand what makes creative convert and continually be looking to optimise creative performance within ad campaigns on Meta and Tiktok, familiarity with soft and hard ad matrices., • Scripting and briefing creative for D2C campaigns., • Utilise creative data to measure and report on campaign performance, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimise future campaigns., • Work closely with a Account Manager to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our creative deliverables ., • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market research, and consumer insights to inform our creative strategies., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including account management, media buying, and production, to deliver integrated creative campaigns that drive results., • Participate in client meetings to discuss campaign performance, creative recommendations, and strategic planning., • Contribute to the development and implementation of Hambi Media's overall creative vision and strategy., • Manage multiple projects at once, prioritising and delegating tasks as needed to ensure timely and effective delivery of client work., • Have the ability to confidently Write and edit ad copy and scripts for a variety of formats, including UGC, design, and video ads., • You will be responsible for creating intricate and in-depth briefs for user generated content (UGC) creators., • Ability to understand human psychology, sociology & why people buy things. Attitude: You, • Will take complete ownership of successes and failures, with a growth-first approach that prioritises client outcomes., • Commercially minded, always looking for ways to create more value for clients and the agency., • Confident in leading communications, setting the tone for client relationships, and influencing strategy., • Are entrepreneurial with the ability to see the bigger picture., • Have a proactive solution based mindset, allowing you to positively influence change., • Have exceptional attention to detail., • Confidence in building long-term relationships with your client base are able to work pro-actively prioritising tasks efficiently., • Enjoys participating in a collaborative office with regular team building events and social activities., • Go above and beyond., • Thrive in a fast paced startup environment., • Client Portfolio: Work with a diverse range of D2C and e-commerce brands, spanning multiple niches and continents., • Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a world-class team of motivated and high-performing individuals., • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for rapid career progression in a fast-growing agency., • Work-Life Balance: 27 days paid holiday (plus your birthday off), hybrid working, and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days., • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health and dental insurance, company pension scheme, and structured training programs., • Dynamic Culture: A fun, happiness-driven environment with regular team-building activities., • Hybrid working: We have a beautiful office in Oval, Central London.

Function: | Creative Writing | Storytelling | Brand Messaging Reports to: Head of Performance Location: Hybrid - Hambi Media HQ, Oval, Central London Compensation: £40,000 - £60,000 Overview: Hambi Media Ltd is now the leading performance creative agency for e-commerce brands in the UK, boasting a team of 40+ high-performing A-Players. With over £100M spent on creative across Meta and TikTok ads, our clients include Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Nutrition Geeks, Mindful Chef and many more. We’re proud to be one of the few D2C creative agencies housing in-house design, production, strategy, and UGC teams under one roof. Our small and fresh team was born in the world of advertising and film; bringing an exciting blend of creativity and ad strategy. We offer a range of bespoke top-of-funnel brand services for our clients, including performance and creative, high-production video, and design. As your growth partner, we strategise, ideate, create, and optimise exceptional creative content, including UGC, high-production, design, and motion graphic ads. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop performance creative solution, acting as an in-house creative team for our clients. The Role: As a Performance Creative Copywriter, you’ll write brand stories, scripts, ad copy, headlines, angles, and messaging frameworks across paid social, landing pages, and creative content. This role blends brand creativity with commercial intent, balancing storytelling with measurable outcomes. • 3+ years of experience in a content / creative strategy or social media marketing role, preferably in an agency setting, • Proven track record of developing successful creative campaigns, • Preferred experience working within performance creative, media buying or D2C/ E-commerce advertising, • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and reporting, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once, • Knowledge of digital marketing platforms, especially Meta, and understanding of performance marketing principles and theory Responsibilities: • Develop and execute social media performance creative strategies that align with our client's business objectives., • Conceptualise and execute performance creative campaigns for Meta ad campaigns (such as UGC, high-production ads, motion graphic ads and static design ads)., • Understand what makes creative convert and continually be looking to optimise creative performance within ad campaigns on Meta and Tiktok, familiarity with soft and hard ad matrices., • Scripting and briefing creative for D2C campaigns., • Utilise creative data to measure and report on campaign performance, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimise future campaigns., • Work closely with a Account Manager to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our creative deliverables ., • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market research, and consumer insights to inform our creative strategies., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including account management, media buying, and production, to deliver integrated creative campaigns that drive results., • Participate in client meetings to discuss campaign performance, creative recommendations, and strategic planning., • Contribute to the development and implementation of Hambi Media's overall creative vision and strategy., • Manage multiple projects at once, prioritising and delegating tasks as needed to ensure timely and effective delivery of client work., • Have the ability to confidently Write and edit ad copy and scripts for a variety of formats, including UGC, design, and video ads., • You will be responsible for creating intricate and in-depth briefs for user generated content (UGC) creators., • Ability to understand human psychology, sociology & why people buy things. Attitude: You, • Will take complete ownership of successes and failures, with a growth-first approach that prioritises client outcomes., • Commercially minded, always looking for ways to create more value for clients and the agency., • Confident in leading communications, setting the tone for client relationships, and influencing strategy., • Are entrepreneurial with the ability to see the bigger picture., • Have a proactive solution based mindset, allowing you to positively influence change., • Have exceptional attention to detail., • Confidence in building long-term relationships with your client base are able to work pro-actively prioritising tasks efficiently., • Enjoys participating in a collaborative office with regular team building events and social activities., • Go above and beyond., • Thrive in a fast paced startup environment., • Client Portfolio: Work with a diverse range of D2C and e-commerce brands, spanning multiple niches and continents., • Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a world-class team of motivated and high-performing individuals., • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for rapid career progression in a fast-growing agency., • Work-Life Balance: 27 days paid holiday (plus your birthday off), hybrid working, and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days., • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health and dental insurance, company pension scheme, and structured training programs., • Dynamic Culture: A fun, happiness-driven environment with regular team-building activities., • Hybrid working: We have a beautiful office in Oval, Central London.

Function: | Creative Strategy | UGC Direction | Paid Social Performance Reports to: Head of Performance Location: Hybrid - Hambi Media HQ, Oval, Central London Compensation: £40,000 - £60,000 Overview: Hambi Media Ltd is now the leading performance creative agency for e-commerce brands in the UK, boasting a team of 40+ high-performing A-Players. With over £100M spent on creative across Meta and TikTok ads, our clients include Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Nutrition Geeks, Mindful Chef and many more. We’re proud to be one of the few D2C creative agencies housing in-house design, production, strategy, and UGC teams under one roof. Our small and fresh team was born in the world of advertising and film; bringing an exciting blend of creativity and ad strategy. We offer a range of bespoke top-of-funnel brand services for our clients, including performance and creative, high-production video, and design. As your growth partner, we strategise, ideate, create, and optimise exceptional creative content, including UGC, high-production, design, and motion graphic ads. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop performance creative solution, acting as an in-house creative team for our clients. The Role: The DTC Strategist role blends creative thinking, psychology, and commercial strategy. You’ll identify behavioural insights, analyse performance, and build creative systems that scale profitably. You’ll shape messaging, hooks, content frameworks, and testing strategies for top DTC brands. • 3+ years of experience in a content / creative strategy or social media marketing role, preferably in an agency setting, • Proven track record of developing successful creative campaigns, • Preferred experience working within performance creative, media buying or D2C/ E-commerce advertising, • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and reporting, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once, • Knowledge of digital marketing platforms, especially Meta, and understanding of performance marketing principles and theory Responsibilities: • Develop and execute social media performance creative strategies that align with our client's business objectives., • Conceptualise and execute performance creative campaigns for Meta ad campaigns (such as UGC, high-production ads, motion graphic ads and static design ads)., • Understand what makes creative convert and continually be looking to optimise creative performance within ad campaigns on Meta and Tiktok, familiarity with soft and hard ad matrices., • Scripting and briefing creative for D2C campaigns., • Utilise creative data to measure and report on campaign performance, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimise future campaigns., • Work closely with a Account Manager to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our creative deliverables ., • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market research, and consumer insights to inform our creative strategies., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including account management, media buying, and production, to deliver integrated creative campaigns that drive results., • Participate in client meetings to discuss campaign performance, creative recommendations, and strategic planning., • Contribute to the development and implementation of Hambi Media's overall creative vision and strategy., • Manage multiple projects at once, prioritising and delegating tasks as needed to ensure timely and effective delivery of client work., • Have the ability to confidently Write and edit ad copy and scripts for a variety of formats, including UGC, design, and video ads., • You will be responsible for creating intricate and in-depth briefs for user generated content (UGC) creators., • Ability to understand human psychology, sociology & why people buy things. Attitude: You, • Will take complete ownership of successes and failures, with a growth-first approach that prioritises client outcomes., • Commercially minded, always looking for ways to create more value for clients and the agency., • Confident in leading communications, setting the tone for client relationships, and influencing strategy., • Are entrepreneurial with the ability to see the bigger picture., • Have a proactive solution based mindset, allowing you to positively influence change., • Have exceptional attention to detail., • Confidence in building long-term relationships with your client base are able to work pro-actively prioritising tasks efficiently., • Enjoys participating in a collaborative office with regular team building events and social activities., • Go above and beyond., • Thrive in a fast paced startup environment., • Client Portfolio: Work with a diverse range of D2C and e-commerce brands, spanning multiple niches and continents., • Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a world-class team of motivated and high-performing individuals., • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for rapid career progression in a fast-growing agency., • Work-Life Balance: 27 days paid holiday (plus your birthday off), hybrid working, and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days., • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health and dental insurance, company pension scheme, and structured training programs., • Dynamic Culture: A fun, happiness-driven environment with regular team-building activities., • Hybrid working: We have a beautiful office in Oval, Central London.

Head Chef | Daytime Hours | £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonuses | Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Job Title: Head Chef Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonuses Hours: Predominantly daytime hours with the latest finish around 8pm Looking for a Head Chef role where you can put your own stamp on the menu without sacrificing your evenings? This is an outstanding opportunity to lead the kitchen at a prestigious golf and hospitality venue, with the freedom to create seasonal menus, develop the team, and drive the food offering forward. What's in it for you? £45,000 - £50,000 salary + Bonus Predominantly daytime hours Latest finish around 8pm Full menu autonomy Fresh food operation using quality local produce Creative freedom to develop new dishes and seasonal menus Supportive senior management team Pension scheme Free on-site parking Career development within a growing hospitality business The role As Head Chef , you'll take full ownership of the kitchen, leading the brigade while continually evolving the food offering. You'll be responsible for: Creating and developing fresh, seasonal menus Leading, motivating, and developing the kitchen team Delivering high-quality food across daily service, events, and functions Managing food costings, GP, stock control, and kitchen budgets Building strong relationships with local suppliers and sourcing quality produce Maintaining exceptional food hygiene, HACCP, and Health & Safety standards Driving consistency, creativity, and operational excellence throughout the kitchen What we're looking for Previous experience as a Head Chef or an accomplished Senior Sous Chef ready to step up Strong fresh food background with a passion for seasonal cooking Proven menu development and costing experience Commercial awareness with excellent GP and stock management skills A calm, positive leadership style that brings the best out of the team Someone with the drive and ambition to continually improve and grow the food offering Strong organisational and communication skills Why join? This isn't a role where you'll simply maintain what's already there. You'll have the opportunity to shape the direction of the kitchen, introduce your own ideas, and build a food offering you're proud of. If you're looking for creative freedom, sensible hours, and the chance to make a genuine impact within a quality hospitality operation, this is a role worth exploring. Apply now and take the next step as Head Chef in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Consultant: Bradley Baxendale Job Number: INDCHEFS / 936839 Job Role: Head Chef Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKCT

A fantastic Events Head Chef job in Watford paying a competitive salary is available for a stunning Hotel & Mansion House; Hunton Park Hotel. Set within 22 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire parkland, you will be working in a venue which is currently in great trading period and with many more opportunities to be established. The core base of the properties trade is Conference & Banqueting , while still offering an enjoyable variety of other events such as weddings, parties etc. The al le carte bar and restaurant will cater for approximately 40 covers in the evening. Events Head Chef job in Watford; Highlights: Base salary of £46,000 - £50,000 negotiated on experience. Up to 10% discretional bonus. 45 hours, 5 days per week. (Time back in lieu if picking up any extra days). The hotel has a sister property nearby and a catering company that support with extra staff for the larger events, which could be catering for 500-1000 people. FULL kitchen team in place allowing you to hit the ground running. A manageable team size of 10. Autonomy of menu development to make your mark on the venues progress. Free Parking on site. Employee discounts. Further discounts including friends and family across the group. 28 days annual leave, pension contribution. Events Head Chef job in Watford, Required Experience: Must have experience leading kitchen teams catering for large scale events including Conference & Banqueting. Experience in high volume catering across multiple functions at once, such as events and al le carte restaurant or simultaneous events at once. A proactive Head Chef who can design, cost and deliver a variety of menu offerings. A leader who can inspire, develop and upskill their team. If you are interested in this Events Head Chef job in Watford, then please apply now! Jubilee Personnel Services Limited is acting as an employment agency in relation to this permanent job vacancy. TPBN1_UKCT

Berkeley Scott, the UK's leading hospitality agency, is looking for talented chefs to join a of hard-working, innovative chefs and one of our schools in London. If you're a passionate chef who thrives in a professional kitchen and wants a role with creativity, structure, and real work-life balance, this could be the perfect next move. This is a 5 out of 7 shift patterns, with hours ranging between 6.30am-2.30pm or 11am-7pm Pay starts from £17 per hour , with flexible opportunities and the potential for ongoing or permanent work. What you'll need Enhanced DBS certificate (child workforce) Right to work in the UK Two employment references At least two years' experience in a similar chef role Food safety certification, including Level 3 Food Safety Excellent timekeeping and reliability Skills and abilities Confident and self-motivated: Able to use your initiative, work unsupervised, and stay productive when working alone or handling routine duties. Highly organised: Skilled at maintaining high standards while producing consistently strong, creative, and cost-effective food to specification. Strong communicator: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to deal professionally with colleagues, pupils, senior staff, and prospective clients. Customer-focused: Comfortable responding to enquiries and feedback, understanding consumer needs, and offering practical solutions to challenges. Calm under pressure: Able to plan, prioritise, multitask, delegate when needed, and work efficiently to meet deadlines even when priorities change. Event-ready: Capable of supporting the senior brigade in delivering high-quality food for exclusive events. Team-oriented: Builds strong working relationships with colleagues across different functions and backgrounds. Professional and discreet: Presents well, pays close attention to detail, handles confidential matters appropriately, and represents the ethos of the catering team with pride. Why this role stands out Homemade food, done properly: Majority of food is made from scratch, so this is a genuine chef role where quality and nutrition matter! Creative input on menus: You'll be encouraged to contribute ideas, give feedback, and help shape menus for both daily service and special events. Work with quality ingredients: The team has the freedom to experiment with high-end produce and food trends in a kitchen that aims for restaurant-level standards. Excellent work-life balance: Average 40-hour weeks, and either early or late shifts. Seasonal breathing space: Workloads ease during half terms and school holidays, creating time for training, prep, annual leave, and improving operations. Christmas off: Enjoy time away over the festive period, including an annual closure covering Christmas and New Year. Career development after probation: Gain access to funded training, including Level 3 Food Safety and, in some cases, accredited apprenticeships. Rare industry experience: Opportunities may be available to spend time in Michelin-starred kitchens, work alongside suppliers, and build valuable industry insight. Specialist skills training: Develop your expertise with courses in areas such as patisserie and butchery. If you're ready for a chef role that offers creativity, structure, and genuine balance, apply today and we'll help you get started as quickly as possible. Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites TPBN1_UKCT

Agency Chef - High End Contract Catering - £18 per hour - Plenty of Hours Available Monday to Friday Role: Agency Pastry Chef Location: Wembley, London Rate of pay: £18 per hour Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a high-end contract catering company near Wembley in Lo

Job Description: Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Agency Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The Agency Chef will play a pivotal role in maintaining food safety standards and delivering exceptional service to clients.

Weekly Pay Immediate Agency Chef opportunities available now with flexible shifts and weekly pay Agency Chef roles are available right now in Dorset, offering flexible temporary work across a variety of kitchens. Key Responsibilities: As an Agency Chef, you'll step into busy kitchens and pr

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef to lead our culinary team. The Chef will play a vital role in maintaining the organisations reputation for excellence in cuisine and service.

Job Description: Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Agency Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The Agency Chef will play a pivotal role in maintaining food safety standards and delivering exceptional service to clients.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef to lead our culinary team. The Chef will play a vital role in maintaining the organisations reputation for excellence in cuisine and service.

Agency Chef needed to support kitchens in Southampton during busy periods in 2026.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef to lead our culinary team. The Chef will play a vital role in maintaining the organisations reputation for excellence in cuisine and service.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Agency Chef to join our dynamic culinary team.

Agency seeks Chefs in Cheltenham to work for gastro clients, offering flexible hours and pay up to £18ph.

Job Description/n Agency Chef / Relief Chef / Temp Chef Immediate Ongoing Work Available/nLocation: Central London Stadia, Events, Hotels & Contract CateringPay: £17. We Need Chefs Now We're Exceptionally Busy!/nOff to Work is experiencing one of our busiest periods of the year, with a huge vo.

You will assist the Catering Supervisors and Chef Managers in all aspects of food service, including taking payment for food and drinks and cleaning equipment as required. Alongside this, you will be responsible for delivering and maintaining excellent stock control skills and carry out and record a

Salary: £25,661 - £25,924 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional).Hours: 16 per week, 38 weeks sessional.Our cook 1's/catering assistants play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services within schools.Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals, basic food preparation and

Catering Assistant x 5, 38 weeks per year, Permanent.Work within school catering undertaking food preparation, serving, clearing as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland.W

Catering Assistant REF: ECOD/ 12371.Salary: Grade 1 £26,083 �

Cook x 2, 38 weeks per year, Permanent.Assist supervisors providing Catering service throughout the authority in schools, or working alone in adult day care and housing with care units.This will encompass directing staff in absence of supervisor, assisting with cooking, baking, serving and managemen

Catering Assistant - Saint Austell.Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fre

Assist supervisors providing Catering service throughout the authority in schools, or working alone in adult day care and housing with care units.This will encompass directing staff in absence of supervisor, assisting with cooking, baking, serving and management of stock levels.We are keen to employ

Assist in the daily preparation of food for a variety of meal plans at various establishments across East Ayrshire in order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of the Council’s key objectives; specifically in relation to the Community Plan, Shared Commitments, Single Outcome Agr

Catering Assistant x 2, 38 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 31 December 2026.Work within school catering undertaking food preparation, serving, clearing as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects

Fixed Term until 31 December 026.Work within Housing with Care, undertaking food preparation, serving, clearing as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland.We welcome applica

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fresh Food Policy" is the foundation o

Supply Catering Assistant, Various Locations .Work within school catering undertaking food preparation, serving, clearing as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland.We welc

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fresh Food Policy" is the foundation o

Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us).

You’ll work closely with the Executive Chef to refine menus, maintain high standards and support a consistent, quality-driven offering across the club. This role is ideal for chefs who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy the freedom to bring ideas to life and take pride in mentoring and moti

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a part time basis contracted to 27. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-lead

Relief Catering Assistant - Oakley.Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fre

Proven experience leading large kitchen teams in roles such as Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or as an experienced Sous Chef. Kitchen Manager/Head Chef - Lancashire.

Catering Assistant - Southbourne.Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fresh

Catering Assistant - South Nutfield.Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fr

Having the ability to run the kitchen in the head chefs absence. Stepping into the Head Chef's shoes whilst they're away, running the kitchen and leading the team to deliver exceptional food, whilst ensuring maximum profitability. Assistant Head Chef - UK - Ashchurch.

As a Sous Chef with Skibound you will be second in command to the Head Chef of the Skilt clubhotel and restaurant in Les Menuires. Previous experience as a Sous Chef Happy to take direction from the Head Chef Confident in leading a kitchen team when required Experience of independent stock control a

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fresh Food Policy" is the foundation o

Proven leadership experience running a team, as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef in a high-volume, multi-channel kitchen. Head Chef upto £17 per hour plus Generous Bonus Scheme and Tronc. As a Zizzi Head Chef, you are the driving force of our open kitchen.

Mobile catering assistant - Partington.Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our

Catering Assistant - Wilburton.Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist.For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week.Our "Fresh F

We are hiring for a Mobile Chef to provide cover in the area of West Berkshire to support our existing site-based teams This role is working term-time only and no weekends so is great for those looking for flexibility.