Chef

Summary:

Join a school's catering team as a Chef and contribute to high-quality food service.

About the School:

A school with a strong academic focus and a vibrant community, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for both students and staff. It values innovation, wellbeing, and a commitment to excellence in all areas.

The Opportunity:

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality meals for students, staff, and guests across a variety of events and daily services. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Chef to grow within a dynamic and supportive kitchen team, with potential for progression to Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver fresh, high-quality dishes for daily service and special events.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Senior Chefs to ensure consistency and excellence in food service.
• Contribute to menu planning and large-scale food production for events such as weddings and fine dining evenings.
• Support the development of a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Assist in the training and development of junior staff members.
• Manage inventory and monitor stock levels to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in line with the school’s standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills with the ability to prepare a variety of dishes.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience in event catering or large-scale food production.
• Knowledge of menu planning and cost-effective food preparation.
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and contribute to team development.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £30,000 and £34,000 per annum.
• Access to a range of social and cultural events.
• Free gym membership and use of extensive facilities.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.