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GENERAL MANAGER – Independent RestaurantSUFFOLK£45,000–£50,000 + TRONC We are working with a gorgeou... GENERAL MANAGER – Independent RestaurantSUFFOLK£45,000–£50,000 + TRONC We are working with a gorgeous independent restaurant with rooms in Suffolk, looking for a brilliant General Manager to take the reins.This is a small but seriously special operation – 2 AA Rosettes, a Michelin Bib Gourmand and a fantastic reputation for food, wine and service.THE ROLE:This is a proper hands-on GM role. You will be the face of the business, leading a small team, working closely with the Head Chef and making sure the restaurant continues to deliver at a really high level.Alongside the day-to-day, they want someone commercially switched on who can bring a bit more structure, develop the team and really take ownership of the wider business – including seven bedrooms with loads of untapped potential.THE CANDIDATE: We need someone from a quality-led restaurant background – fine dining, Michelin, Rosette or brilliant premium independents.You need to LOVE being on the floor. This is an intimate restaurant where the GM knows the guests, serves tables, talks wine and gets properly stuck in.Wine knowledge is important – ideally WSET Level 2, although they will support further training for the right person.Warm, polished, commercially savvy and full of personality. A brilliant little business with lovely owners, real autonomy and plenty of opportunity to put your stamp on it.Driver essential. Relocation/accommodation support potentially available.If this sounds like you, drop your details: Kate@corecruitment.com

Chef de Partie - Education Catering - North-West London - £35,000We're recruiting a Larder or Sauce... Chef de Partie - Education Catering - North-West London - £35,000We're recruiting a Larder or Sauce Chef de Partie to join a prestigious Education Catering operation in North-West London.This is a brilliant opportunity for a strong CDP who loves proper fresh-food cooking, wants ownership of their section and is looking for a much better work-life balance without stepping away from quality food.Salary & Benefits £35,000 salary40-hour contractAround 80% Monday to FridaySome weekend work around events and functionsFree meals on dutyCompany pensionExcellent training and development The Operation Prestigious education catering environmentBusy, established kitchen brigadeFresh food prepared dailyModern and varied food offerEvents and hospitality alongside daily cateringSupportive Head Chef and senior kitchen team The RoleDepending on your experience, you'll take ownership of either the larder or sauce section. Run your section from preparation through to serviceProduce fresh food to a consistently high standardPrepare sauces, proteins or larder items depending on your sectionSupport hospitality, functions and eventsMaintain excellent presentation and consistencyManage stock rotation, waste and food safetyWork closely with the wider kitchen brigade About You Chef de Partie experienceStrong larder or sauce skillsGood classical cooking foundationsFresh-food backgroundConfident taking ownership of your sectionReliable, organised and a strong team player If you're a Chef de Partie looking for a £35,000 role in North-West London, with quality fresh food, around 80% Monday-to-Friday working and a great opportunity to develop, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com.

GROUP EXECUTIVE CHEF — MIDLANDSUp to £70,000 + Tronc and bonusWe’re working with with a well-establi... GROUP EXECUTIVE CHEF — MIDLANDSUp to £70,000 + Tronc and bonusWe’re working with with a well-established, independently owned hospitality group with a strong presence across the Midlands.They’re now looking for a Group Executive Chef to take ownership of food strategy, culinary standards and BOH performance across the business.THE ROLEA senior group-wide position with responsibility for: Food strategy, menu development and culinary standardsLeading and developing senior BOH teams across the estateDriving food quality, consistency, GP and kitchen performanceWorking with the Operations Director on openings, concepts and menu rolloutsSupplier relationships, sourcing and sustainabilityFood safety, compliance and due diligenceUsing commercial data to identify opportunities and improve performanceBuilding a strong kitchen culture and developing future culinary leaders ABOUT YOUWe’re looking for a chef with a strong classical foundation and a genuine passion for quality-led food.Your background is likely to include: French, European, British culinary training and a strong technical groundingExperience working with seasonal, ingredient-led menusA real understanding of British produce, provenance and regional suppliersStrong relationships with local farmers, butchers, fish suppliers and independent producersExperience in quality-led, chef-driven hospitality rather than high-volume contract cateringA track record of developing menus that are creative but commercially viableExperience leading and developing Head Chefs and senior kitchen teams across multiple sitesStrong understanding of GP, food cost, labour and menu engineeringA hands-on approach with the credibility to work alongside chefs at every levelSomeone who cares about the detail, from the quality of the produce to what ultimately lands on the plateLike to stil be in the kitchen and connected to your teams You’ll need to be as comfortable discussing produce and suppliers as you are discussing numbers, kitchen performance and people.THE PACKAGE Up to £70,000 salary£5,000–£10,000 troncWorking from hom schemeCar allowance and more For more information or to apply in confidence, get in touch. 

Procurement Director EMEA– Leading Hospitality Business – London - £130K + BenefitsMy client is a le... Procurement Director EMEA– Leading Hospitality Business – London - £130K + BenefitsMy client is a leading global hospitality business.They are currently looking for a Procurement Director to join their team. The successful Procurement Director will be responsible for developing and executing a best-in-class procurement strategy across the EMEA region. This role will drive value through strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, cost optimisation, and sustainable procurement practices while supporting operational teams across multiple locations. You will lead regional procurement teams, manage key supplier relationships, and collaborate with executive stakeholders to ensure procurement aligns with the business’s growth ambitions and service standards.This is the perfect opportunity for a high performing Procurement Director to join a leading business who can match their ambition and offer great exposure and genuine opportunities.Responsibilities include: Develop and implement the EMEA procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and expansion plans.Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across key spend categories including food & beverage, operating supplies & equipment (OS&E), furniture fixtures & equipment (FF&E), technology, and services.Deliver measurable cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation across the supply chain.Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships across the EMEA region.Implement best-in-class procurement processes, governance, and systems.Drive sustainability, ethical sourcing, and ESG initiatives within procurement.Partner with hotel operations, finance, development, and culinary teams to ensure procurement solutions support operational excellence.Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional procurement team.Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to ensure resilience and competitiveness.Support new property openings and refurbishment projects through effective sourcing and supplier management. The Ideal Procurement Director Candidate: Proven experience in a senior procurement role within a Hospitality, FMCG, or multi-site consumer business.Proven experience managing regional or international procurement across the EMEA region.Exceptional knowledge across all hospitality categories including Food, Beverage, FF&E, OS&E and Services.Experience leading procurement transformation, systems implementation, or process optimisation.Strong understanding of supply chain risk management and sustainability in procurement.Commercially driven with strong financial acumenExceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level.  If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com

MANAGING REFRIGERATION ENGINEER – SOUTH LONDON Ready to take the next step in your refrigeration ca... MANAGING REFRIGERATION ENGINEER – SOUTH LONDON Ready to take the next step in your refrigeration career?We’re currently recruiting for a Managing Refrigeration Engineer with a leading and well-established facilities management business.This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Senior Refrigeration Engineer looking to step into management, or an existing Managing Engineer looking for a strong, stable role within the supermarket FM sector. South London – Bromley / Croydon / Wimbledon & surrounding areas THE PACKAGE • £60,668 salary including £3,000 location allowance• Up to 4% annual bonus• Overtime paid at time & a half• Door-to-door pay• 25 days holiday + bank holidays• 4.5%–6% matched pension• Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance• Funded training & access to a state-of-the-art training academy THE ROLE You’ll take responsibility for a regional team of Refrigeration Engineers, ensuring planned and reactive maintenance is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.You’ll be the key point of contact for your engineers, providing:✔️ Technical support and guidance✔️ Day-to-day team management✔️ Training and development✔️ Management of the on-call rota✔️ Support with performance and HR processes✔️ Health & Safety oversight✔️ Support with budgets, parts and materials✔️ Client and management meetings✔️ Assistance with major operational issuesThis is a people-focused leadership role where your technical refrigeration background is just as important as your ability to manage, support and develop engineers. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR You’ll need:• Strong supermarket refrigeration experience• Previous experience within an FM environment• City & Guilds Refrigeration (or equivalent)• F-Gas qualification• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience• Full UK driving licence• Previous supervisory/management experience is desirableYou’ll need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and dealing confidently with both engineers and clients.1 in 4 Saturdays + 1 in 4 weeks on-call, with the on-call commitment included within the salary.If you’re currently a Senior Refrigeration Engineer ready to make the move into management, this could be an excellent opportunity to take that next step. Interested? Drop me a message for more information or apply today.Client name kept confidential at this stage.#Refrigeration #RefrigerationEngineer #ManagingEngineer #FacilitiesManagement #FM #EngineeringJobs #LondonJobs #SupermarketRefrigeration #Engineering

Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE... Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE of £60KWe are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE... Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE of £60KWe are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE... Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE of £60KWe are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

SENIOR REFRIGERATION ENGINEER – LONDON Ready for a fresh challenge?We’re working with a leading, aw... SENIOR REFRIGERATION ENGINEER – LONDON Ready for a fresh challenge?We’re working with a leading, award-winning facilities management business that is looking to add an experienced Senior Refrigeration Engineer to its team.This is a fantastic opportunity for a refrigeration engineer with strong supermarket/retail experience who wants a secure role with a well-established business, excellent benefits and genuine opportunities to progress. THE PACKAGE • £54,261 salary including £3,000 location allowance• Company van + fuel card – personal use included• Door-to-door pay• Overtime paid at time & a half• Up to 4% annual bonus• 25 days holiday + bank holidays• 4.5%–6% matched pension• Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance• Funded training and access to a dedicated training academy THE ROLE You’ll be responsible for servicing and maintaining commercial refrigeration systems across a portfolio of multi-site retail clients.This is a genuinely hands-on, mobile position covering London and the surrounding areas, with responsibilities including:✔️ Planned & reactive maintenance✔️ Fault finding and diagnostics✔️ Repairs and servicing✔️ Working on supermarket refrigeration systems✔️ Delivering excellent customer service WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR You’ll need:• Proven refrigeration engineering experience• Supermarket refrigeration experience• F-Gas / C&G 2079• CO2 qualification• Full UK driving licence• Strong communication and time-management skills• A good understanding of Health & SafetyMonday–Friday | 45 hours per week | 1 in 4 on-callIf you're an experienced refrigeration engineer looking for better earning potential, a company vehicle, job security and progression, this could be the move for you. Interested? Drop me a message for more information or apply today.The client name is being kept confidential at this stage.

Commercial Gas Engineer (HVAC) Locations: Luton / Stevenage / Bishops StortfordSalary: £48,656.73 to... Commercial Gas Engineer (HVAC) Locations: Luton / Stevenage / Bishops StortfordSalary: £48,656.73 total salary, including 5% SLA and standby paymentHours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per weekContract: PermanentWe’re looking for an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join a growing HVAC team working across a major UK contract. This is a mobile role covering multiple retail sites across Luton, Stevenage, Bishops Stortford and the surrounding areas. You’ll be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, servicing commercial heating systems and supporting the wider HVAC requirements across the estate.  The role Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across multiple retail sites. Service and repair commercial boilers, fans, pumps, AHUs and FCUs. Complete minor alterations and installations within your area of competence. Attend breakdowns and diagnose faults efficiently. Identify non-repairable equipment and recommend suitable replacement options. Complete service reports and update work through a PDA system. Order parts and spares in line with company procedures. Work as part of a 24/7 on-call rota, approximately 1 week in 4. Maintain high standards of health, safety, compliance and customer service.   About you NVQ or SVQ Level 3 in Heating, Ventilation, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC or an equivalent qualification. Previous experience carrying out PPM and reactive maintenance. Experience working across commercial or retail environments. Full UK driving licence. Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces. Good customer service and communication skills.

Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE... Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE of £60KWe are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE... Refrigeration Engineer – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week OTE of £60KWe are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

Refrigeration Engineer – Retail FM Contract – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours:... Refrigeration Engineer – Retail FM Contract – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 40  or 45 hours per week OTE of £55K - £60K + £2K Joining bonus (for permanent roles)Basic Salary: £47,676 per annum for 40 hours per week (Inclusive of Standby Payment)We are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major retail portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

Refrigeration Engineer – Retail FM Contract – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours:... Refrigeration Engineer – Retail FM Contract – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 40  or 45 hours per week OTE of £55K - £60K + £2K Joining bonus (for permanent roles)Basic Salary: £47,676 per annum for 40 hours per week (Inclusive of Standby Payment)We are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major retail portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities: Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins) Fault finding and reactive breakdown response Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site Requirements: Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload

Shift HVAC / Mechanical Engineer London | ️ Landmark Venue 4 on / 4 off – 12-hour shiftsI’m worki... Shift HVAC / Mechanical Engineer London | ️ Landmark Venue 4 on / 4 off – 12-hour shiftsI’m working with a world-class landmark London venue to recruit a Shift HVAC / Mechanical Engineer to join their on-site engineering team.This is a unique opportunity to work in a £1bn state-of-the-art facility, supporting live events, high-profile operations, and day-to-day critical building services in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. The Role You’ll be responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of HVAC and mechanical systems across the venue and wider campus.This includes planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, pre-event checks, and rapid fault finding during live operations.Key systems include: AHUs, FCUs, VRF/VRV systemsChillers, boilers, pumps & pressurisation unitsVentilation and associated building servicesBMS monitoring and fault response Working as part of a shift team, you’ll ensure maximum plant availability, compliance, and a safe operational environment at all times. What We’re Looking For Strong HVAC / Mechanical / Building Services backgroundExperience in large commercial, public or critical environmentsConfident fault-finding and diagnostic skillsExperience working shift patternsKnowledge of BMS systems (CAFM experience desirable) Desirable Experience Stadiums, arenas, airports, or similar large venuesLive event / matchday operational supportF-Gas, 18th Edition, IPAF / PASMA or equivalent qualifications Why This Role? This is an opportunity to be part of a highly skilled engineering team operating in one of London’s most prestigious and technically advanced venues.You’ll play a key role in ensuring seamless operations behind major live events, where reliability, speed, and precision really matter.