Surplus Food Collection Volunteer
- locations
- South Devon - Templar House
- time type
- Part time
- posted on
- Posted Today
- job requisition id
- JR011332
We value our volunteers and seek to ensure their diverse roles are rewarding and beneficial to all. Waythrough holds the Investors in Volunteers accreditation.
The role:
We are looking for an individual who can commit to collecting surplus food from designated shops in the local area twice weekly for us to offer to those accessing our service in need of food.
Role Requirements
- Reliability and punctuality
- Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
- Basic communication skills
- Ability to carry food containers as required (training will be provided)
Tasks may include:
- Collect surplus food from partner locations (e.g. shops, cafés, schools, events) at agreed times, these may be in Newton Abbot, Teignmouth, Torquay or Paignton depending on availability.
- Transport food safely to the designated drop-off point
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and handling guidelines at all times
- Represent the organisation positively when interacting with partners and the public
Personal qualities
Skills we would like you to bring to the role:
- Driver with own transport
- Confident IT skills – aside from any IT skills required for the role, some of our mandatory training is done online through eLearning modules
- Professional, honest and committed
- Non-judgmental towards people with lived experience
- Good time keeping
- Able to work as part of a team, on own initiative and to instruction
- An understanding of Waythrough – information is available on our website, and you can call a specific project to make enquiries.
- A genuine interest in being part of the mission, vision and promise of Waythrough
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries, adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines, engage in supervision, and complete relevant training
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
What Volunteers can expect from us:
Volunteering with Waythrough offers people a unique chance to have a significant positive impact on people’s lives. We work both with and within diverse communities across the country and every day we see people making positive changes to turn their lives around. We also offer:
- Regular supervision and support
- Induction and access to online and face to face training
- The opportunity to learn and practice new skills
- The opportunity to be part of a team and the wider Waythrough organisation
- Reasonable travel expenses reimbursed with proof of journey
- Opportunities to progress and experience other areas of Waythrough's work
Our values:
Our values underpin everything we do – from how we work together through to how we design and deliver services. All our work to fulfil this vision is strengthened by our values.
- Kindness - be generous, caring and understanding.
- Courage - be bold, trust, commit.
- Respect - everyone deserves dignity.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
Discounts from various schemes
Training and personal development
A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
Free induction and role-specific training
Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
Assistant Venue Manager
Job Title: Assistant Venue Manager
Reporting to: Venue Management
Place of Work: The University of York Student Union venues, James College, Newton Way, York, YO10 5DD
Contract: Fixed term until July 31st 2026 however the role could become permanent at the end of the contract.
Salary: Starting at £26,075 per annum
Closing Date: Monday 2nd February 2026 at 5pm
Interview Location: The University of York Student's Union.
About the Role:
As a keyholder and part of the management team within the YorkSU commercial operation you will play a crucial part in leading the venue teams to ensure that an outstanding level of product knowledge and outstanding customer service are provided at all times. You will be the support to the Venue Manager in delivering the aims and objectives of the venue and YorkSU by leading your team in a positive and motivated manner.
Along with your exceptional customer service skills, a level head and a contagious can do attitude are essential skills to deliver a well led team in a vibrant and safe venue whilst adhering to licensing and food safety legislations at all times to deliver the best experience for our students.
This role would be ideal for a current Duty Manager or Front of House Managers.
This is a full-time (35hrs/wk), fixed term role to start 30th March 2026. We offer a competitive starting salary of £26,075. Join us and help shape the future of our Students' Union!
Working at York SU:
At York SU we know that maintaining a great work life balance also improves our teams wellbeing, productivity and happiness, this is why we offer flexible working arrangements to suit personal needs and requirements. We have both a flexi-time work scheme and remote working policy available to staff as standard and welcome applicants to discuss their flexible requirements at the interview. (If applicable to the role)
- A full time working week is 35 hours
- You receive 38 days holiday (including bank holidays and 4 paid closed Christmas days)
- You get extensive access to discounts and benefits
- There are paid volunteering opportunities
- You have access to the cycle to work schemes and other salary sacrifice options
- We offer a generous pension scheme
- You have the chance to shape the student experience for the better
York SU is committed to equality of opportunity - we are an organisation who works very hard to ensure we appoint based on merit. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and/or from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer (LV1), we are proud to offer an interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria** for the advertised position.
**It is important to note that there may be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. For example: in certain recruitment situations such as high number of applications, seasonal and high-peak times, we may have to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.
If you are invited to interview with us we will share our interview questions in advance so you can feel a little more prepared. We’re more interested in hearing about your experiences and ideas than in testing your memory, and so we want you to feel as comfortable as possible.
If you have any further questions about the position, or if you have a requirement for adjustments that would make the application or interview process more accessible, please do not hesitate to contact us on hr@yorksu.org.
Please note that products containing nuts, dairy, gluten and other potential allergies are served within our venues. We however aim to support a nut free environment within our student centre by encouraging staff not to bring nut based products to work.
Bank Catering Assistant/Cook - Ella’s Café Lounges (Preston/Chelston)
Introduction
Ella’s Café Lounges at Preston & Chelston
£12.62 per hour
Various Hours available (full days and short shifts from 10am – 2pm)
Bank
Make Every Day Count! Could you be our next Bank Catering Assistant/Cook?
Are you ready to elevate your hospitality career while making a meaningful difference? Look no further! As a member of the Rowcroft Retail team, you'll play a vital role in generating essential income to support our patients and their loved ones across South Devon. Each day you'll contribute to our cause and be part of something.
About Us
At Rowcroft we're redefining charity retail, offering an exceptional shopping experience to our customers. Our diverse range of shops, including boutiques, high street, furniture, vintage, and Ella’s cafés, set the stage for an unparalleled retail journey.
What you’ll bring
You’ll work alongside the Cook/Manager, Café Assistant and a small team of volunteers, preparing great food and creating a fantastic customer experience to help establish and grow our café lounge business. You’ll need previous kitchen and food prep experience, a passion for all things food and hospitality, with a commitment to exceeding our customers’ expectations.
What We Offe r
- Impactful Work Environment:Immerse yourself in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for our customers. Your creativity will shine as you curate a hospitality experience that stands out.
- Collaborative Team:Join a dynamic passionate team that together maximises our commercial opportunity and creates a real, positive impact.
- Values-Based & Fair:At Rowcroft, our values guide us in all that we do. Fair terms and conditions and a people-centric approach are at the heart of our organisation.
- Opportunity for Growth:Your dedication will be recognised and rewarded. We're invested in your professional development and growth.
Working at Rowcroft Hospice
Rowcroft Hospice is an independent charity that provides comfort, support and specialist care to over 2,000 patients and their loved ones across South Devon each year. Our Vision is to make every day the best day possible for patients, and those closest to them, living with life-limiting illnesses in South Devon.
Take a look here to find out what our team says about working at Rowcroft and the
employee benefitsFor more Information
Please see below to download the Job Description and Person Specification for this role.
For more information or an informal discussion about the role please contact Caroline Wannell, Head of Retail, on caroline.wannell@rowcrofthospice.org.uk or 07770 955062
Start your journey with Rowcroft and help to turn each day into the best day possible for our patients, and their loved ones across South Devon , and you.
Applications will be shortlisted as and when received
Interviews will be arranged on application
Attached documents:
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Watermoor House Residential Care Home
2.7 out of 5 stars.2.7
- Cirencester
- £12.21 - £13.74 an hour
- Part-time+1
- Weekend availability
- Cirencester
- £12.21 - £13.74 an hour
- Part-time+1
- Weekend availability
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Watermoor House Residential Care Home
2.7 out of 5 stars.2.7
- Cirencester
- £12.21 - £13.74 an hour
- Part-time+1
- Weekend availability
- Cirencester
- £12.21 - £13.74 an hour
- Part-time+1
- Weekend availability
Watermoor House Residential Care Home - Cirencester
Watermoor House Residential Care Home - Cirencester
£12.21 - £13.74 an hour**Unfortunately we can not offer sponsorship for this role**
About the role
We are looking for a caring and reliable Kitchen Assistant and cook to join our warm and friendly team at our residential care home. In this important role, you will support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for our residents, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety in the kitchen and dining areas. Your work will directly contribute to the health, comfort, and wellbeing of those in our care.
Working hours will vary between 7:00am and 7:00pm and will include alternate weekends. At least 16 hours per week and will discussed at interview.
About you
We are looking for a reliable and compassionate team member who takes pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and who enjoys preparing and serving meals that make a difference to residents’ daily lives.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in a kitchen or cleaning role, preferably in a care home or similar environment. Strong cooking skills are highly valued, particularly in preparing nutritious meals for groups, though full training in our kitchen procedures, food hygiene, COSHH regulations, and infection control standards will be provided.
You should be proactive, able to work independently as well as part of a team, and have excellent attention to detail. Your friendly, respectful, and compassionate approach is vital, as you will be interacting with residents during meal service and while working in shared areas. Reliability, a caring nature, and a genuine commitment to resident wellbeing are essential.
You must also be medically fit to carry out the physical aspects of the role safely and effectively.
About us
Watermoor House Residential Care Home offers dedicated residential and respite care for up to 39 older people. Our vision is to be an excellent place to live and work, providing a compassionate and person-centred service to meet the unique needs of individuals in our care.
As a registered charity all our income is used for the benefit of our residents, with any surplus reinvested in the buildings and the care that we provide. Our committed care staff are fully trained in dementia and end-of-life care, whilst our activities team offer a wide range of activities for all interests. Our in-house housekeeping team are a vital part of our care provision, ensuring that the home is kept clean and tidy, and operating a laundry service for our residents.
Located within a beautiful Grade II Georgian manor and extensive gardens in the heart of Cirencester, our comfortable and caring home is a wonderful place to work.
Our experienced Home Manager joined Watermoor House in September 2024, and this is a fantastic time to join an organisation that is seeking to improve and where your contribution to its vision will be appreciated.
What we can offer
- A supportive and bespoke staff induction programme
- A relaxed working environment whilst maintaining a high level of professionalism
- Refer a friend scheme
- Paid breaks
- Supported learning and advancement opportunities
- Free meals on duty (for staff required to remain on site during breaks)
- Uniform is provided
- Free on-site parking during work hours
- Christmas and birthday gifts
- Access to Blue Light offers and discounts
- Bonus for weekend working
The organisation can be flexible with working hours for the right candidate.
How to apply
While you are welcome to send us your CV to demonstrate your interest in this job, you will need to complete our company application form before we can arrange an interview. Please email us at admin@watermoorhouse.org to get a blank form or to ask for any further information.
- If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please email us at admin@watermoorhouse.org
- If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 01285 654864 or email us at admin@watermoorhouse.org and we'll support you as best as we can.
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert once a suitable candidate has been found and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early....
Catering Team Member
£29,536.00 – £32,739.20 (Grade 3) – inclusive of the Oxford University Weighting £1,500 per annum (Pro-Rata).
40 hours per week (weekend and evening flexibility will be required)
St Hugh’s College seeks a Catering Team Member to join the Catering team on a full time, permanent contract. As a member of the College, staff have access to the following benefits:
- Enrolment into the Oxford Staff Pension Scheme (OSPS)
- 30 days of annual leave and 8 public holidays per year for full time equivalent staff (8 days of annual leave is reserved to cover the Christmas break when the College is closed)
- Provision of meals free of charge while on duty when the kitchens are open and tea and coffee
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives, including access to an EAP, free annual flu jab, and free eye tests for all staff
- A discounted travel scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme/Bike Loan
- Access to University Staff Benefits
Reporting to the Assistant Catering Manager, the successful postholder will be a team player and join a passionate and busy team. The Catering Department plays a crucial role within the College community as it is responsible for catering and providing an excellent service to Fellows, Students, Support Staff, Guests and Conference Delegates.
The successful candidate will have a can-do attitude and the drive to ensure a consistently high standard of customer service.
Please see the job description for more details on the post.
To apply, please complete the application form below together with the equal opportunities monitoring form and return it to recruitment@+-st-hughs.ox.ac.uk
Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description.
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
St Hugh’s is a self-governing College of Oxford University and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Please let us know if you believe there are any reasonable adjustments, we should be making to assist you with your application.
Closing date: Applications will be considered as they are received
Please direct any queries to recruitment@st-hughs.ox.ac.uk.
Barista Volunteer
- locations
- Bristol Road (Aquarius)
- time type
- Part time
- posted on
- Posted Today
- job requisition id
- JR011371
Volunteer Barista & Café Assistant
Location: Selly Oak or St Paul’s Square (Evolve Project @ Grounded)
Organisation: Evolve – a project by Aquarius Action Projects Ltd (Charity)
About Evolve
Evolve is a social enterprise coffee shop with a mission to support local young people who have faced barriers to employment. In partnership with Aquarius, a Midlands-based recovery charity, we also work with young people overcoming challenges related to drug and alcohol substance use.
We know that moving from adversity to employment can feel overwhelming. That’s why Evolve provides tailored training, supportive work experience and a community-focused space designed to build confidence, skills and brighter futures.
At Evolve, we’re not just about coffee—we’re about community impact and meaningful change.
About the Volunteer Role
As a Volunteer Barista & Café Assistant, you’ll play a valuable role in our friendly café team. This opportunity is perfect for anyone wanting to gain experience in hospitality, customer service or social enterprise work, or simply to grow confidence and learn new skills.
What You’ll Gain
- Accredited Training & Certificates, including: Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Health & Safety in the Workplace Professional barista training delivered by Union Hand-Roasted Coffee Certificates awarded for all completed training
- Hands-on café experience, including: Barista skills Customer service Understanding daily café operations and processes
- Behind-the-scenes experience, such as: Learning about our suppliers .Understanding ordering and stock management
- Marketing & Creative Involvement, including: Sharing ideas for social media content, Contributing to promotional activities
- Financial Support for Travel We cover your public transport costs to and from your volunteering shifts, A supportive environment designed to help you grow, build confidence and develop transferable life and work skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Customer Service & Front of House
- Greet customers and ensure they feel welcomed
- Take orders, prepare drinks and serve food
- Maintain a positive, supportive environment
Barista & Operational Tasks
- Prepare high-quality coffee and learn barista techniques
- Assist with daily and weekly cleaning duties
- Help with stock checks, ordering, and receiving deliveries
Marketing & Community Engagement
- Offer ideas for social media posts and café promotions
- Support in sharing Evolve’s story and community mission
What We’re Looking For
- A friendly, positive and respectful attitude
- Willingness to learn and try new things
- Reliability and good communication skills
- Interest in community work, hospitality or personal development
No previous experience needed — just enthusiasm and commitment.
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
Discounts from various schemes
Training and personal development
A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
Free induction and role-specific training
Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
Reimbursement f...
Job Title: Volunteer Baker – Museum Café
Reports To: FOH Supervisor/Visitor Services Manager
Start Date : March 2025
Based at : Discover Bucks Museum, 9 Church Street in Aylesbury.
Discover Bucks Museum is an independent charity which looks after 130,000 objects telling the story of Bucks and beyond from 200 million years ago to the present day. We are now recruiting for a Volunteer Baker to support our visitor café offer by baking a range of goods which we sell onsite in the café. This role would be remote, flexible and creative.
Please take a look at the Volunteer Baker – Museum Café advert and Role profile below and apply as detailed on the advert.
Volunteer Baker Role Description
All applications by email only. No postal applications will be accepted.
Sous Chef
Full-time (40 hours per week)
We currently have a unique opportunity to join our team.
The railway offers a wide variety of services which include working aboard our prestigious 1920’s Golden Arrow dining train, preparing full afternoon tea as well as early evening supper specials and a more traditional offering in the Bessemer Arms. We run a number of events throughout the year, ranging from railway enthusiast events to family orientated events where you can meet Paddington, Dinosaurs and Robots. No two days are the same!
Applicants should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and a strong team player.
They must have all relevant catering and hygiene qualifications.
The role requires weekend work, but offers a good work/life balance with few evening shifts, typically one per week in the main season. Due to the location, applicants must have their own transport.
Benefits:
- 21 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
- Membership of the Bluebell Railway Preservation Society
- 75% reduced rate travel on the national rail network for you and your family (railcard can be applied for after a successful probation period).
If you would like any further information or to apply, please contact Head Chef Lee Moulding at:
lee.moulding@bluebell-railway.com
Position offers a competitive salary. Closing date for applications 8th February 2026.
Sous Chef
As the Sous Chef at Storyhouse, you will support the Head Chef in leading and managing the kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
Working closely with the Head Chef, you will assist with menu development, preparation, and execution, contributing creative ideas while ensuring consistency and quality across all dishes. You will help oversee kitchen operations, support cost control, manage stock, and ensure all food safety and hygiene standards are met. The Sous Chef will also take responsibility for supervising and training kitchen staff, fostering a positive, collaborative, and efficient working environment.
Reports to: Head Chef
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time, 40 hours
Details
£30,000.00 per year
Location: Hunter Street, Chester , CH1 2AR, GB
CAREERS AT CHESTER ZOO
Sous Chef
Job reference:001588
Salary:£33,500 per annum
Closing date:08/02/2026
Department:Food & Beverage
Location:Chester
Employment type:Permanent
Hours Per Week:40
Job Description
Sous Chef
We have an exciting opportunity to work as part of a growing team, working in a truly unique environment at the UK’s number 1 zoo! As part of the Food and Beverage team, the Sous Chef will be responsible for the daily management of the Chef team working on Islands, our Asian inspired restaurant Manado’s.
All of our kitchens are led by our sustainable values. We work hard to source high quality, local and seasonal produce, are making progress towards zero waste kitchens by 2030. We also collaborate with our suppliers to ensure only ethically sourced palm oil enters our kitchens.
Our venues, all held within our 128 acre site of stunning gardens, will jointly operate a turnover of £12.5 million. As a not for profit, everything we make is ploughed into conservation both here in the UK and around the world. Your role has a huge part to play in delivering our mission.
The Role
As part of our team of Chefs, you’ll prepare and cook food working predominantly in Manado restaurant.
Our Sous Chefs take a lead role supporting our Executive Head Chef and Head Chef. They run the daily back of house operation in Manado, training and mentoring our brigade of Chefs. They help to devise and develop on-trend menu’s with a twist. Working closely with the front of house team, they ensure we deliver a world-class experience for all customers.
You will:
- Run the day-to-day operation of the fast paced and exciting kitchens you are responsible for.
- Devise and deliver on-trend restaurant menus ahead of competition, ensuring all venues at Chester Zoo maintains its world class reputation as a world class visitor attraction.
- Produce food for customers of Chester Zoo’s restaurants and events to the highest standards in order to maximise profit and deliver a world class experience.
- Train and mentor Lead Chefs and Chef de Parties, ensuring an effective and efficient work practice.
- Work collaboratively with the front of house team to ensure seamless delivery and world class customer service.
- Take the lead in ensuring health and hygiene policies and associated legislation (HACCP, etc) are completed and ensure team members adhere to, policies, standard operating procedures and safe working practices including food safety systems.
- Ensure the team are trained to correctly manage stock on a day-to-day basis, are able to place orders in a timely fashion, accept deliveries, ensuring they are correct and rotate stock as required.
- Complete weekly staff rotas for your team in a timely fashion.
- Complete monthly stocktakes for your restaurant, achieving monthly set GP% targets, ensuring team members are adhering to food specs created by the Head Chef.
What makes Chester Zoo a great place to work?
As the UK’s biggest and best zoo, we have ambitious goals, exciting plans, and there’s always lots going on here. We’re an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of over 600 permanent and 500 temporary team members, and we know how important it is to invest in our colleagues to help boost their career development. We have ambitious goals, and we want you to be with us for the long term on our exciting journey.
Our futures depend on the sustainable work we do today, and our team of Chefs are conscious that every little effort counts. We work alongside the Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil to ensure all palm oil used is certified sustainable, and during 2018 our food and beverage department removed over 2 million pieces of plastic from our operation.
The Package
You’ll be working sociable hours typically during zoo opening hours which are generally between 10am – 6pm, although evening or early morning work will be required for events such as weddings or corporate functions. Contract hours are 40 per week, 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis including weekends and bank holidays and overtime will be paid for agreed additional hours.
- Permanent contract
- £33,500 per annum based on 40 hours per week
- 33 days annual leave
- Staff/ family pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family
Cooking Volunteer
- locations
- St George's
- time type
- Part time
- posted on
- Posted Today
- job requisition id
- JR011178
About The Role
As a Cooking Activities Volunteer, you’ll help design and lead weekly cooking sessions at Islington St Georges. These sessions are intended to build confidence and promote independent living skills through hands-on, enjoyable cooking experiences.
Tasks may include:
• Building rapport with residents to understand their interests, dietary needs, and
confidence levels around cooking.
• Planning and delivering fun, inclusive cooking sessions that focus on healthy,
budget-friendly meals.
• Supporting the Wednesday Lunch Club and other group cooking activities.
• Encouraging participation and helping residents feel empowered and involved.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
- Discounts from various schemes
- Training and personal development
- A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
- Free induction and role-specific training
- Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
- Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
- Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
- Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
How to apply
If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via company website’ to view the full job description and submit your application.
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
Discounts from various schemes
Training and personal development
A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
Free induction and role-specific training
Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
How to apply
If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via company website’ to view the full job description and submit your application.
Please note that while this role has a stated closing date, we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high number of applications.
Closing date:
2026-01-30About Us
Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship.
Our vision is to break down the barrier...
VENUE MANAGER – THE EGG The Egg, Theatre Royal Bath Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in this role. We are delighted to be recruiting for this key position within The Egg Theatre: a vibrant, established hub for children and young people, home to performances, a thriving Theatre School, and a Level 3 Performing Arts course. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced, calm, and highly organised Venue Manager to join our team. This role requires a practical person who is confident in running a busy venue with multiple activities happening simultaneously, and who can support a broad community of users, with children, young people, families and caregivers at its heart. You will be based at The Egg’s reception desk – the first point of contact for the building – ensuring all visitors, artists, partners and participants are welcomed warmly, with their needs swiftly identified and met. You will be a collaborative member of the team, yet able to thrive working alone at the Egg’s front desk, in a space that is often noisy and busy. We are looking for a Venue Manager who believes deeply in The Egg as a space open to everyone, and who is fully abreast of access and inclusion issues, particularly as these relate to children and the adults who accompany them. You will bring a creative, practical and outcome-focused approach to problem solving, and be confident balancing warmth with authority in a public-facing role. What follows is a job description that forms the basic structure of your role; one that will, over time, evolve to embrace your ideas, strengths and unique dispositions. At the Theatre Royal Bath, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and we strive for equity in our recruitment and employment practices. In order to inspire and engage more people from diverse backgrounds, we are endeavouring to actively work to address the barriers they face. We are therefore taking the ‘positive action’ of offering an interview to all global majority applicants who meet the ‘Essential Criteria’ on the job description for this post. Any final appointments will be made on merit. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to help applicants feel more confident throughout the process. Please don't hesitate to let us know how we can help. If you wish to apply, please complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and email your CV and responses to our three questions on page 8 to Lydia McCotter: recruitment@theatreroyal.org.uk I enclose the following written materials: 1. Background to the Theatre Royal Bath 2. Job Description and Personal Specification 1 3. Venue Manager – The Egg: Application Procedure Details of how to complete the questions can be found at the end of the Application Procedure document. Please ensure your application reaches us no later than 9am, Monday 2nd February 2026. Interviews will take place in person at the Theatre Royal Bath on Wednesday 18th February 2026 and you will receive notice of your call to interview no later than Thursday 5th February 2026. If you are unavailable that week, please let us know when applying; this will not affect your application. Thank you for your interest in Theatre Royal Bath and I look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Kate Cross Director, The Egg Theatre Theatre Royal Bath 2 Theatre Royal Bath Venue Manager – The Egg Background to the Theatre Royal Bath The Theatre Royal Bath is one of the oldest continually working theatres in the country, having originally opened in 1805. A Grade II* listed building, it is described by the Theatres Trust as "One of the most important surviving examples of Georgian theatre architecture". The Theatre Royal Bath comprises three auditoria – the historic Main House, the innovative Ustinov Studio and the Egg Theatre – which between them programme the best of UK touring and international theatre; many productions either prior to or direct from the West End, a mix of drama, comedy, ballet, opera and musical theatre and dedicated work for children and families throughout the year. Theatre Royal Bath is a registered charity with a charitable purpose to provide high quality entertainment and creative learning opportunities for the community. Regular visitors to the Main House include West End transfers from companies including the National Theatre, The Royal Shakespeare Company, Mischief Theatre (The Play That Goes Wrong) and touring companies including English Touring Opera, Rambert Dance and much-loved and award-winning UK and international actors. The Main House also hosts one- night events ranging from stand-up comedy with leading comedians to illustrated talks and music events. Since 2011, under the direction of first Laurence Boswell, and more recently the internationally acclaimed and multi-award-winning opera and theatre director Deborah Warner, the 120 seat Ustinov Studio has transformed to an internationally acclaime...
Apprentice Comi Chef
- Location:The Prince of Wales Hospice
- Earnings:£9.63 to £9.63
Apprentice Comi Chef
30 hours per week
£9.63 per hour (to increase to £10.70 following successful 6 month probation)
The Prince of Wales Hospice has been providing care to people with a life-limiting illness since 1989. Our services are available to any adult from the Five Towns area of the Wakefield District.
The Caring Kitchen is the commercial arm of The Prince of Wales Hospice and offers catering services for everyone in the community who wants high quality, freshly made food. 100% of the proceeds made from bookings made with The Caring Kitchen goes directly towards funding patient care at The Prince of Wales Hospice.
We have exciting opportunity to start to develop your career in the role of Apprentice Comi Chef. You will bring a positive approach and excellent customer service ensuring dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and quantity and that they are correctly garnished and portioned. You will ensure sections are kept clean and tidy and that stocks are kept in good condition. You will develop your skills and knowledge of food preparation and cooking. If successful in completing the apprenticeship, there will be the potential to progress to a permanent role within the team.
We are looking for someone with:
Good communication skills
The ability to work as part of a busy team
Basic food hygiene qualification or working towards
A flexible attitude and approach
Respect for confidentiality (working in Hospice environment)
Creativity and confidence
Why Join Us?
At The Prince of Wales Hospice, we believe in looking after our people. In our most recent staff survey:
100% of our employees said they feel they make a real difference
97% said they enjoy working here
We offer a supportive environment where you’ll be valued, empowered and encouraged to develop your skills.
Benefits include:
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Enhanced sick pay and contributory pension scheme
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility for Blue Light Card discounts
Discounted on-site meals during working hours
Discounted local gym memberships
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Flexible working
Annual salary review
To find out more about the role please contact Greg Staric (Head Chef) on:
📞 01977 781474
Supporting Documents
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
- Humber Road, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 4FE, CV3 4FE
- £13.31 - £13.31 Per Hour
- Permanent * Part time
- Posted: Monday, January 5, 2026
- KPCHEF050126
- Documents
Do you have experience as a hands on Chef? If so, come and join us!
If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Chef to join us at our modern Retirement Village, based in Coventry.
Extracare does not participate in the current UK Visa Sponsorship scheme, and we are not able to facilitate sponsorship.
The role:
- Role: Chef
- Hours: Relief
- Hours of shifts: 09:00-14:30
- Salary: £13.31 per hour
- Location: Humber Court, Humber Road, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 4FE.
Here at ExtraCare we offer our residents access to outstanding retirement villages, promoting care and lifestyle opportunities that truly do create ‘better lives for older people’. We are committed to offering fulfilling and worthwhile careers to all our staff – enabling you to deliver the quality of service we promise.
What will you do as our Chef?
- Be responsible for providing homemade traditional meals
- Offer residents an excellent choice of meals which provide good nutritional value
- Assist with other kitchen duties and ensure HACCP is followed
- Ensure the menus are prepared within budget
Our ideal Chef will :
- Have experience of working in a similar environment
- Ideally be qualified to QFC / NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
- Possess high kitchen standards
- Have a presence at front of house.
Benefits:
- Accrued Annual Leave
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
- Ongoing Training and Development
- Plus, Usual Benefits
Don’t miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make an invaluable impact to the lives of others as our Chef.
This Chef role will be subject to satisfactory references and Home Office right to work clearance. The role may be subject to satisfactory DBS check.
ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Closing date: Friday 30th January 2026