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Job Description: *Job Summary: Part Time (3 Days Weekly / Negotiable)* The Registered / Compliance Manager is responsible for the domiciliary care business's overall leadership, management, and regulatory compliance. They will ensure the delivery of high-quality care services in line with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations, company policies, and industry best practices. The role involves staff management, business growth, compliance, and maintaining a positive culture within the service. *Key Responsibilities:* Regulatory requirements; • Register with the CQC (Care Quality Commission) Ensure the service remains compliant with all regulations and standards., • Develop, implement and review policies and procedures that align with C.Q.C’s Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs)., • Conduct regular audits and quality checks to maintain high standards of care., • Ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed, and concerns are reported appropriately., • Keep up to date with changes in legislation and implement necessary adjustments. Operational Management; • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the home care service., • Manage care assessments and ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed., • Monitor service delivery, addressing any issues affecting the quality of care. Manage operational issues daily such as work allocation, sickness absences and reliability concerns., • Work collaboratively with external professionals, including social workers, healthcare providers, and local authorities. Business Development & Growth; • Identify opportunities for growth and expansion of services. Regularly monitor the availability to take on more work., • Build and maintain relationships with commissioners, clients, and stakeholders., • Promote the business through networking, marketing, and community engagement., • Monitor financial performance and budget management. Set training and supervision targets for new starters. Staff Management & Leadership; • Recruit, train and manage senior team and care staff. Ensuring they meet company and regulatory standards., • Conduct regular performance appraisals and provide staff supervision and support., • Develop a positive workplace culture, promoting equality, diversity, staff well-being and professional development., • Address disciplinary and grievance matters in line with company policy, on time to a satisfactory outcome. Client Care & Satisfaction; • Ensure through assessment and planning a person-centred care service is delivered., • Handle client complaints and concerns effectively, ensuring satisfactory resolutions. Working closely with other agencies when required to do so., • Conduct regular reviews and arrange spot checks are performed. Seek client feedback to improve service delivery. Essential Requirements: • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care., • Previous experience in a managerial role within a domiciliary care setting., • In-depth knowledge of C.Q.C regulations and compliance requirements., • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills., • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities., • Experience in recruitment, staff training, and development and retention. Desirable: • Leadership and Management Experience based on care sector., • In-depth knowledge of care quality regulations and compliance requirements., • Experience with inspections and audits, ensuring the service is compliant with care quality standards., • Experience managing health and safety protocols, including conducting risk assessments, and ensuring all practices align with health and safety regulations., • Experience handling difficult situations, complaints, and incident investigations, with a focus on problem resolution and quality improvement., • Experience in managing crisis situations (e.g., managing staffing shortages, medical emergencies, etc.)., • Ability to make quick decisions while keeping the best interests of clients in mind., • Ability to drive business development while maintaining care standards and compliance., • Strong communication skills to liaise with staff, families, commissioners, and regulatory bodies. This is not an exhaustive list of duties. The potential candidate will be required to be able to work flexibly to meet the changing needs of the business. Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • Free parking Ability to commute/relocate: • Ilford IG2 6UU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Experience: • Management: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: • Level 5 Health and Social Care Diploma (required) Work Location: In person

Join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses. Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, ambitious food business? Do you enjoy leading a team, solving problems on the production floor, and making sure operations run smoothly? If you're passionate about food production, efficiency, and delivering high-quality products to customers, we'd love to hear from you. We're Planthood, one of the UK's fastest-growing health food companies. Our mission is simple: to help people live healthier, happier lives by making delicious plant-based whole foods more accessible. From our production kitchen in East London, we prepare and deliver thousands of meals across the UK every week. Since launching from Hilary & Will's kitchen in 2020, we've cooked over 4 million meals, appeared on BBC Dragons' Den, and grown by more than 300% year-on-year. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) to take ownership of one of the most important stages of our production process. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, improving processes and making a real impact on the day-to-day success of our operation. Role Overview The Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) is responsible for coordinating and leading one of the most important areas of Planthood's production operation. Our production process is divided into two key departments: Kitchen Production and Packing & Dispatch Production. Once our chefs have prepared sauces and meal components, your team takes over. You'll oversee the depositing process, ensuring our chef made sauces are accurately portioned into pouches using our Riggs Autopack depositing machines, before being sealed using our continuous stand-up sealing machine and prepared for dispatch. As Planthood continues to scale, you'll help lead the introduction of our new twin-head depositing machine and support the launch of our hot filling operation, playing an important role in the next phase of our production growth. You'll coordinate a small production team, keep production running efficiently, maintain high food safety and quality standards, and ensure customer orders are produced accurately and on time. This role combines production coordination, team leadership, equipment ownership, food safety, operational reporting and continuous improvement. Working closely with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring products move efficiently through production and into our customers' homes. Key Responsibilities Production Coordination • Coordinate daily depositing and packing operations to achieve production targets., • Allocate tasks and manage workflow across the team throughout the shift., • Monitor productivity, efficiency and output during production runs., • Adapt production plans in real time to respond to operational changes., • Ensure production plans are completed accurately and on schedule., • Lead by example and create a positive, motivated and accountable team culture. Depositing Operations • Coordinate the daily operation of our Riggs Autopack Model 1000 depositing machines., • Ensure hot and cold sauces are deposited accurately and consistently., • Oversee the sealing process using our continuous stand-up sealing machine., • Ensure packaging, sealing and labelling standards are maintained., • Monitor allergen controls and food safety procedures throughout production., • Minimise waste and maximise production efficiency., • Support new product launches and production trials. Equipment Ownership & Process Management • Become the operational owner of the depositing and sealing equipment., • Carry out machine start-up, shut-down and routine operational checks., • Troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues and resolve minor faults where possible., • Escalate maintenance issues where required and work with relevant teams to minimise downtime., • Support the implementation of new equipment and production technologies. Dispatch & Stock Control • Coordinate finished goods counts and dispatch readiness., • Ensure products are organised, labelled, counted and prepared correctly for shipment., • Maintain accurate production and dispatch records., • Support stock accuracy and product traceability., • Work closely with the Warehouse and Dispatch teams to ensure smooth operational flow. Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure team adherence to HACCP, allergen management and food safety standards., • Complete and review production records and operational documentation., • Support investigations into quality issues and operational incidents., • Escalate food safety, quality and compliance concerns appropriately., • Maintain audit readiness within the depositing and dispatch areas. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, support and motivate the depositing and dispatch team., • Train and onboard new team members on production processes and equipment., • Monitor team performance and maintain accountability to standards., • Conduct regular coaching and feedback conversations., • Support the development of team capability and future talent. Communication & Stakeholder Liaison • Act as the main point of contact for depositing and dispatch operations., • Communicate effectively with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams., • Use Slack, spreadsheets and production reporting tools to communicate operational updates., • Flag production risks, delays, shortages and operational concerns., • Support coordination across departments to ensure production targets are achieved. Continuous Improvement • Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement., • Drive improvements in production efficiency, workflow and organisation., • Support the implementation of new systems, processes and operational changes., • Contribute ideas that improve productivity, quality and team performance. Key Skills & Competencies • Previous experience in a food manufacturing or production environment., • Experience leading or coordinating a small production team., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and support others., • Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles., • Confident numerical skills and ability to work with production targets and operational data., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets., • Comfortable using communication tools such as Slack and email., • Ability to troubleshoot operational and equipment issues., • Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments., • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment. Key Behaviours • Strong sense of ownership and accountability., • Leads by example and sets high standards., • Proactive and solutions-focused., • Calm and organised under pressure., • Positive, professional and supportive., • Committed to food safety, quality and operational excellence., • Strong attention to detail., • Open to learning and continuous improvement., • Ambitious and motivated to grow with the business. What We Offer • A chance to join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses., • Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress your career., • A supportive, ambitious and collaborative team environment., • The opportunity to make a real impact as we continue to grow.

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running a specific section of the kitchen efficiently and consistently. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes to our exact standards, while supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in maintaining kitchen operations, hygiene, and safety. Key Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, and present all menu items for your section following recipes and portion control, • Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation are consistent and meet our standards, • Manage stock levels, rotate stock, and report shortages or waste to the Sous Chef, • Maintain strict hygiene and cleanliness of your section, equipment, and work areas, • Comply with all health & safety, food safety, and HACCP regulations, • Assist with menu development and testing new dishes when required, • Train and supervise junior kitchen staff/commis chefs as needed, • Work collaboratively with the whole kitchen team during service and prep Requirements • Previous experience as Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen, • Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment, • Understanding of food safety standards (Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred), • Ability to work well under pressure during busy service periods, • Strong time management, organisation, and communication skills, • Flexible attitude to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant Reports To: Café Manager / Head Cook Job Purpose To assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of a busy café kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation, hygiene, cleanliness, stock management, and customer service support are maintained at all times. Key Responsibilities Prepare ingredients and assist in the preparation of sandwiches, snacks, light meals, salads, baked goods, and other menu items. Ensure food is prepared, presented, and stored in accordance with food safety regulations. Assist with cooking and food service during busy periods. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen, including food preparation areas, storage areas, equipment, utensils, and floors. Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment as required. Carry out daily and weekly cleaning schedules. Monitor food temperatures and complete food safety records where required. Rotate stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures and check product dates. Assist with stock control, stock takes, and ordering of supplies. Receive deliveries, check orders against delivery notes, and store items correctly. Report stock shortages, damaged goods, or equipment faults promptly. Assist with organising kitchen rotas and ensuring adequate staffing cover. Support opening and closing kitchen procedures. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and COSHH regulations. Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Provide excellent customer service when interacting with customers. Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining quality and attention to detail. Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support the smooth running of the café. Essential Requirements Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. Previous experience in food preparation within a café, kitchen, catering, or hospitality environment. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations. Experience of stock control and ordering. Good organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work. Good communication skills. Desirable Requirements Experience of rota planning or staff scheduling. Experience with stock management systems. Basic food preparation or catering qualification. Personal Attributes Positive and professional attitude. Strong attention to detail. Excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Hard-working, dependable, and self-motivated. Calm and efficient under pressure. Please put on for me