Are you passionate about creating high-quality dishes and supporting learners in a real working environment? DN Colleges Group is looking for a Production Chef to join our Service Sector team at the Waterfront kitchen. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your culinary skills with mentoring, helping students gain valuable experience while delivering exceptional service.
Actual Salary: £23,856.57 - £26,011.47 per annum
About the Role
As a Production Chef, you will oversee the daily operations of the Waterfront kitchen, preparing and cooking meals to a high standard. You will also play a key role in supporting learners, ensuring compliance with health and safety and food safety regulations, and contributing to innovative menu planning.
Essential Criteria
* English and Maths at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
* Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject
* Recent experience working within catering
* Ability to communicate effectively with staff and learners
* Willingness to acquire new skills relevant to the post
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook high-quality meals for service in the Waterfront kitchen
* Support learners in a real work environment, providing guidance and mentorship
* Ensure compliance with health and safety and food safety regulations
* Manage food orders and collaborate with the Head Technician on procurement
* Contribute to theme evenings and open events, incorporating sustainable produce into menus
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary
* 30 pro rata Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
* Professional development opportunities.
* Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.
* On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
* Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops
Additional Information
* Safer Recruitment: As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
* Right to Work: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Closing date: 3rd December 2025
Shortlisting date: 4th December 2025
Interviews will be conducted on the week commencing 8th December 2025