Full Time Permanent Contract
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Accommodation & meal packages available (optional) at a generous rate with zero charge for bills or utilities.
Our award-winning programmes help children discover the fun of being outdoors, promote wellbeing, develop character, and build real-world skills for life. We're proud to be part of PGL Beyond, a network of educational travel brands which empowers young people to explore, grow and thrive – through exceptional experiences that go beyond the classroom. A Head Chef position like no other...
Our catering team are proud to serve tasty & nutritious meals, combining reassuring favourites and new cuisines to keep the adventure going. delivering delicious as well as safe food by ensuring all health and safety, allergen safety & food safety standards are followed.
You will work limited late nights, with a Friday or Saturday evening off most weeks (especially outside of our peak season) and no working over Christmas - this could be the perfect role to progress your career in catering without sacrificing that all important social and family time!
As Head Chef, you'll be reporting to the Catering Manager, and responsible for managing a team of Chefs & Catering Assistants; organising rotas, setting clear objectives and identifying any training needs. You will also ensure your team is following procedures to maintain exemplary levels of food hygiene, and confidently managing complex dietary requirements. Alongside managing financial aspects of the catering operation, production planning, waste and stock management.
Experience as a Sous Chef/Head Chef in a mid-to-large scale dining environment
Has experience and understanding of food mass production
Excellent knowledge of food hygiene & handling complex dietary requirements including allergies and intolerances
You will hold your City & Guilds 7061/2 (or equivalent) and Level 3 or above in Food Safety and Allergen Management
Above all, it's our core values of FUN, SAFETY, QUALITY, INCLUSIVITY, TEAMWORK and RESPECT that unite us.
On top of your 25 days annual leave (+ 8 bank holidays), you'll also enjoy your birthday off, have paid volunteering days to help worthwhile causes and the option to purchase additional holiday.
A career with ongoing growth, aided development, mentoring, multiple pathways and opportunities to work across different UK or French locations.
24/7 access to our Wellbeing Hub alongside our Employee Assistance Program
Sector leading family friendly policies and a contributory pension
Access to our financial wellbeing platform where you can borrow or save directly from your salary.
Free/discounted PGL breaks for your family & discounts at 800+ retailers. xxuwjjq