The role of Chef Manager will include:
1. Managing the day to day running of a busy kitchen as well as managing a Chef and a team of catering General Assistants
2. Designing, planning, and preparing a varied set of menus that cater for individual needs, including special diets and the preferences of each customer
3. Managing all stock and wastage levels, ensuring that the kitchen remains at a professional standard whilst operating within commercial requirements and budget
4. Managing the Food Safety Management System and having responsibility for the team understanding and implementing it
5. Overseeing all documentation, including auditing, HACCP, Health & Safety
Skills and experiences:
6. Proven experience working as a Chef, Catering Manager or Head Cook within a similar environment is essential
7. Knowledge of menu planning and costing
8. A catering qualification such as City and Guilds 706 1/2 (or equivalent) is desirable
9. Carrying out risk assessments and cleaning the kitchen to a high standard
10. Assisting with the supervision and development of staff
11. Previous experience of staff management and of leading teams within a busy kitchen
12. Friendly and approachable with the ability to interact with our customers, visitors, and colleague
Are you ready to be your best?
Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:
13. At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata
14. A pension scheme with employer contributions
15. A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
16. Health and well-being plans
17. Life assurance
18. Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
19. Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
20. A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Reference: 224555 - #SancSLiving
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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.