20 restaurant food service jobs found in Reading

Job Title: Chef Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading RG1 5AN Shift Pattern: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Pay Rate: £ 13.60 an hour + Escalated rates over the weekend. About the Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire. With seven sites, the Trust employs approximately 6,500 staff and serves a population of around 1,000,000 people. Job Duties · Preparing and cooking patient/ restaurant meals in our modern well-equipped kitchen. · Provide information on food service, matters including recipes and wastage information. · Planning meals and menus · Lifting and storing of heavy provisions. · Keep up to date with departmental COSHH manual and PPE requirement for each food preparation and cleaning task · Storing food correctly · Take responsibility for maintaining high...

Job Title: Chef Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading RG1 5AN Shift Pattern: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm or 10am-6pm Pay Rate: £ 12.51 an hour + Escalated rates over the weekend. About the Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire. With seven sites, the Trust employs approximately 6,500 staff and serves a population of around 1,000,000 people. Job Duties · Preparing and cooking patient/ restaurant meals in our modern well-equipped kitchen. · Provide information on food service, matters including recipes and wastage information. · Planning meals and menus · Lifting and storing of heavy provisions. · Keep up to date with departmental COSHH manual and PPE requirement for each food preparation and cleaning task · Storing food correctly · Take responsibility for...

Job Description: Job Title: Chef Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading RG1 5AN Shift Pattern: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Pay Rate: £ 13.60 an hour + Escalated rates over the weekend. About the Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire. With seven sites, the Trust employs approximately 6,500 staff and serves a population of around 1,000,000 people. Job Duties · Preparing and cooking patient/ restaurant meals in our modern well-equipped kitchen. · Provide information on food service, matters including recipes and wastage information. · Planning meals and menus · Lifting and storing of heavy provisions. · Keep up to date with departmental COSHH manual and PPE requirement for each food preparation and cleaning task · Storing food correctly · Take responsibility for...

Job Description: Job Title: Chef Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading RG1 5AN Shift Pattern: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm or 10am-6pm Pay Rate: £ 12.51 an hour + Escalated rates over the weekend. About the Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire. With seven sites, the Trust employs approximately 6,500 staff and serves a population of around 1,000,000 people. Job Duties · Preparing and cooking patient/ restaurant meals in our modern well-equipped kitchen. · Provide information on food service, matters including recipes and wastage information. · Planning meals and menus · Lifting and storing of heavy provisions. · Keep up to date with departmental COSHH manual and PPE requirement for each food preparation and cleaning task · Storing food correctly · Take...

Chef – Temp to Perm  Location: GU12 Pay: £14.33 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef to join a busy kitchen team on a temp to perm basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, with shifts worked on a rota basis. You must be flexible to work any 5 days out of 7, including occasional weekends. Shift Times (Rota Based) Shifts may include: 6:00am – 2:00pm 8:00am – 4:00pm 10:30am – 6:30pm 1:00pm – 9:00pm Key Duties for a Chef:  Preparing and cooking meals in a busy kitchen environment Batch cooking for large numbers of people Supporting the kitchen team during service Ensuring high standards of food hygiene and safety are maintained Assisting with food preparation and kitchen organisation Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment The kitchen caters for between 50 and 300+ people daily, so the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment is...

Job Description Workmate Agency is recruiting for a leading premium catering provider that delivers exceptional food for luxury travel and hospitality services. Operating from state-of-the-art kitchens in Oxfordshire. We are looking for passionate and dedicated Chef de Partie professionals to join a busy production kitchen based in Bicester, Oxfordshire, responsible for crafting high-quality dishes for a prestigious travel service. The Role As a Chef de Partie, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of the kitchen and maintaining the exceptionally high standards expected by our client. Working alongside a talented Head Chef, you’ll prepare premium dishes with accuracy, care, and creativity. Key Responsibilities * Work with the Head Chef, following recipe specifications accurately * Clearly label and rotate stock, ensuring all allergen information is correctly recorded * Prepare, produce, and pack food to the highest standards and within set timeframes * Maintain...

Join Our Team as Front of House! Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £15.00 - £16.00 Start Date: March 12, 2026 End Date: March 15, 2026 (potential to be extended) Are you a people person with a flair for hospitality? Do you thrive in vibrant environments where every day is an opportunity to make someone's experience unforgettable? If so, we want YOU to be our Front of House superstar! As a Front of House team member, you'll be the first smile our guests see and the warm voice they hear on the phone. Your role is vital in creating that perfect first impression. What You'll Do: Welcome Guests: Greet every guest with a friendly smile and warm welcome Manage Reservations: Handle bookings with precision and professionalism Provide Information: Share insights about our services and answer guest queries Ensure Comfort: Make sure the reception area is tidy and inviting Support the Team: Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations Lead front‑of‑house operations during...

Join Our Team as Bar Staff! We're on the lookout for energetic and friendly Bar Staff to join our vibrant team for a temporary position from March 12 to March 15, 2026! If you're passionate about creating memorable experiences and enjoy working in a lively atmosphere, we want to hear from you! What We Offer: Hourly Rate: £14.00 Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 11am - 5pm Dates: 12th March 2026 - 15th March 2026 (with potential to be extended) A fun and dynamic work environment where no two days are the same! Your Role: As a Bar Staff member, you will: Provide excellent customer service that keeps our guests coming back for more. Maintain a clean and organised bar area, ensuring everything is stocked and ready for action. Work as part of a team, helping create a positive vibe for our guests. Serving drinks and food with a warm, professional manner. Taking orders clearly and accurately. Ensuring tables and bar areas remain tidy and well presented. Delivering excellent customer...

Welcome Host - Ad‑Hoc / Temporary Shifts Location: KT5, South West London Hourly rate: £15.85 per hour We are seeking warm, professional, and service‑driven individuals to join our pool of Welcome Hosts, supporting one of our prestigious corporate clients on an ad‑hoc temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people‑focused, fast‑paced environment and enjoys creating memorable guest experiences. You will play a key part in ensuring visitors, clients, and colleagues feel valued and well‑supported from the moment they arrive. About the Role As a Welcome Host, you will provide a blend of front‑of‑house and post room support. Each shift is varied, and you will be expected to adapt quickly to different tasks throughout the day. Responsibilities may include: Key Responsibilities Warmly welcome and greet all visitors with professionalism and a friendly approach Support with post room duties, including receiving goods Manage internal and external post...

Chef de Partie Imperial London Hotels Group 40 hours a week (Fully flexible 5 out 7 days) £31,113.00 + Benefits + Service Charge Since 1837 Imperial London Hotels have been offering our guest a warm welcome across our 7 Hotels located in Bloomsbury, central London. From our charming 34-bedroom boutique The Morton Hotel to our largest site, and the largest hotel in the UK Royal National Hotel at 1630-bedrooms, there is a role here for everyone. We are now recruiting Chef de Partie (Mat Cover) . Our Chefs have a passion for hospitality, using their culinary skills to deliver an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. As Chef De Partie you’ll support your Sous Chef and Head Chef in delivering a consistently high-quality product within your section of responsibility, taking ownership to ensure presentation, taste and texture is followed as per Chef directions so that all food is delivered to a high standard and in a timely fashion. You’ll coach and develop newer chefs in their...

Kitchen Assistant, Care Homes - Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh│ £12.21-£13.68 per hour We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support our clients care homes in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh on a temporary ongoing basis. About the role: You will ensure the kitchen operates cleanly, safely, and efficiently by washing dishes/utensils, cleaning surfaces, disposing of rubbish, use of dishwasher. You will also be able to assist with veg & meat food prep, plating food, prepping sauces, preparing sandwhiches. Why apply? You'll enjoy: A competitive hourly rate paid weekly Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Access to out-of-hours assistance whenever you need it Help keeping your Enhanced DBS certificate up to date The option to work locally in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh or explore other opportunities across the UK The chance to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a rewarding settingTo succeed as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll need:...

Kitchen Porter, Care Homes - Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh│ £12.21-£13.68 per hour We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to support our clients care homes in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh on a temporary ongoing basis. About the role: You will ensure the kitchen operates cleanly, safely, and efficiently by washing dishes/utensils, cleaning surfaces, disposing of rubbish, use of dishwasher. Why apply? You'll enjoy: A competitive hourly rate paid weekly Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Access to out-of-hours assistance whenever you need it Help keeping your Enhanced DBS certificate up to date The option to work locally in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh or explore other opportunities across the UK The chance to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a rewarding settingTo succeed as a Kitchen Porter, you'll need: Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant or Kitchen Porter An Enhanced Adult DBS (in date or on the update service) Level 1 Food...

School Chef - Ongoing Supply Role Location: Islington Start: ASAP Remedy Education are currently seeking an experienced and reliable School Cook to support a prestigious Academy in Islington on an ongoing basis while their Head Chef is away. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-run school kitchen, maintain high standards, and play a key role in the day-to-day catering operation. Alongside leading the kitchen team, you'll also oversee catering for a variety of school events and take responsibility for managing the service in the absence of the Catering Manager. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality, restaurant-standard catering within a school environment Prepare, cook and serve meals to agreed standards and specifications Maintain full compliance with purchasing procedures and HACCP requirements Act as the first point of contact for any food quality concerns Support and guide the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations What We're Looking For:...

School Cook- Ongoing Role Location: Islington Start: ASAP Remedy Education are currently seeking an experienced and reliable School Cook to support a prestigious Academy in Islington on an ongoing basis while their Head Chef is away. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-run school kitchen, maintain high standards, and play a key role in the day-to-day catering operation. Alongside leading the kitchen team, you'll also oversee catering for a variety of school events and take responsibility for managing the service in the absence of the Catering Manager. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality, restaurant-standard catering within a school environment Prepare, cook and serve meals to agreed standards and specifications Maintain full compliance with purchasing procedures and HACCP requirements Act as the first point of contact for any food quality concerns Support and guide the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operationsWhat We're Looking For: Previous...

Office Angels are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Executive for our client based in Winnersh, on a temporary basis. The Role: Customer Service Executive Hours: 9am - 5:30pm Hourly rate: £13ph Responsibilities: Work as part of the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) team to completes daily tasks in line with SLA given Inbound and outbound calling to help resolve customer queries Working with the Service complaints team to resolve any issues Take ownership of learning products to help customers further Ideal Candidate: Passion for customer service excellence Demonstrated aptitude for problem solving Proactive and the ability to take initiative with a 'can do' attitude Ability to attract trust and build strong relationships with the customers Focused and achievement oriented Embodies trust, integrity and ethics inside and outside the Company Ability to multitask, prioritise and manage time effectively Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond...

OPERATIONS SUPPLY PLANNER... This exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operations Supply Planner to work with some of the world's best loved brands of chocolate and confectionery. This role is positioned within a stand-alone entrepreneurial division of a global FMCG business. The focus is to extend their brands into new categories to deliver high levels of growth and innovation in their markets. Over the past years they have experienced rapid growth and are now looking to extend the team to accommodate and continue this success. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day planning and customer collaboration for quick-service restaurants and Food service customers, ensuring best-in-class product availability by taking the medium-term forecast creating production forecasts and placing orders for raw materials and finished goods. This role leads the implementation of new supply chain routes through distributors and wholesale, coordinating internal teams and...

Are you a reliable Class 2 driver looking for consistent agency work with a respected drinks distributor? Join our team based in Heston and help deliver top-quality alcoholic beverages to pubs, restaurants, and retail outlets across London and surrounding areas. Job Description: * Drive a Class 2 vehicle delivering alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, spirits) to a mix of hospitality and retail clients * Load and unload stock (manual handling required – must be physically fit) * Provide excellent customer service during deliveries * Complete delivery paperwork and maintain vehicle cleanliness * Follow all road safety and delivery protocols Requirements: * Valid UK C (Class 2) driving licence * CPC qualification and Digi Tacho card * Minimum 6 months of commercial driving experience preferred * Good knowledge of London roads * Must be over 18 (due to nature of goods being delivered) * Positive attitude, punctual, and presentable What We Offer: *...

Are you a reliable 7.5 tonne driver looking for consistent agency work with a respected drinks distributor? Join our team based in Park Royal and help deliver top-quality alcoholic beverages to pubs, restaurants, and retail outlets across London and surrounding areas. Job Description: * Drive a 7.5 tonne vehicle delivering alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, spirits) to a mix of hospitality and retail clients * Load and unload stock (manual handling required – must be physically fit) * Provide excellent customer service during deliveries * Complete delivery paperwork and maintain vehicle cleanliness * Follow all road safety and delivery protocols Requirements: * Valid UK C1 (7.5 tonne) driving licence * CPC qualification and Digi Tacho card * Minimum 6 months of commercial driving experience preferred * Good knowledge of London roads * Must be over 18 (due to nature of goods being delivered) *...

Commercial Gas Engineer Job Description £22 - £26 per hour Overview A growing Facilities Maintenance provider is seeking an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join its expanding Gas and Plumbing division. The role involves carrying out reactive maintenance and repair work across London and the surrounding Home Counties, primarily within hospitality environments such as hotels and restaurants. The successful engineer will focus on diagnosing and repairing gas-related faults, ensuring systems are restored quickly while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service. Key Responsibilities Respond to reactive gas breakdowns and maintenance requests Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently Achieve first-time fix wherever possible Carry out both reactive and planned maintenance works Complete detailed job reports and surveys following site visits Communicate effectively with operations teams and clients Maintain high standards of safety,...

GEOGRAPHY TEACHER REQUIRED FOR TOP NEWHAM SCHOOL Are you a Geography Teacher who would be available to take on a contract at a top East London School? This is a full-time role which could start from April 2026. The commitment is for the full term with the option of applying for the permanent post from September. Stratford, East London Hugely popular school Full time Geography Teacher position Well-resourced and managed department Strong Senior Leadership Team Positive environment ABOUT THE GEOGRAPHY TEACHER POST: Geography Teacher required for this extremely highly regarded, Newham based secondary comprehensive school, which is set in the heart of the local area and close to fantastic transportation routes. Ideally you will be a qualified Geography teacher who is passionate about your subject and the way in which you deliver interesting and simulating lessons. You should have integrity and kindness, whilst being committed to ensuring that every student will be given the...