MAKING AN APPLICATION:
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GENERAL INFORMATION:
About the role and its purpose
The Wesley Centre in Malton are looking for a passionate and creative Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will be responsible for developing and delivering fresh, seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients.
* Job title: Head Chef.
* Location: The Wesley Centre, Saville Street, Malton, YO17 7LL.
* Responsible to: General Manager.
To find out more about this opportunity to work straight shifts – where you'll be in the kitchen more days than evenings and to see our renovated facilities, which include a brand new purpose-built commercial kitchen, drop in and meet the team at one of our recruitment sessions on either:
* September 16th, between 4pm and 6pm, or
* September 17th, between 8am and 10am
ABOUT US:
The Wesley Centre is set to become a vibrant and dynamic cultural venue in the heart of Malton. We are home to a 100-cover Café-Bistro and a 550-seat auditorium hosting classical music and cultural events. With daytime hours and just one or two evening events a month, we offer an excellent work-life balance — no split shifts, and a supportive, inclusive team.
At the Wesley Centre, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where every individual is valued and respected.
We actively encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector, including but not limited to people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience relevant to our work.
We support flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to ensure an inclusive recruitment process.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
* A strong commitment to sustainability and quality local produce
* 4 years' minimum experience in leading a kitchen with professionalism and warmth
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills
* A collaborative mindset and willingness to work flexibly
* A creative and customer-focused approach to menu development
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Main Duties:
* Lead and inspire a small, dedicated kitchen team
* Design and develop seasonal menus in line with our values and current food trends
* Champion the use of fresh, honest, local ingredients
* Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and safety regulations (including HACCP)
* Maintain a calm and professional leadership during busy service periods
* Create exciting, appealing dishes that delight our customers
* Manage food purchasing, particularly with local and artisan producers
* Plan staff rotas and ensure effective communication within the team and wider
* organisation
* Monitor kitchen performance and ensure profitability
Other requirements:
* Be an active, engaged and effective member of the staff team.
* Maintain a good understanding of the culture and values of the Wesley Centre.
* Develop positive working relationships with key stakeholders across the Wesley Centre.
* As requested by your Line Manager undertake all other reasonable duties.
SAFEGUARDING:
* The Wesley Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
* Contract type: Full-time, part-time, permanent.
* Working hours: Upto 37 hours per week.
* Rate of pay: £16.63-£18.19 per hour (£32-£35k+).
* Location: The Wesley Centre, Saville Street, Malton, YO17 7LL.
* Working pattern: Anticipated early morning starts with straight shifts, working 5-days over 7. Depending on the events diary there will be the occasional need for evening and weekend working.
* Annual leave: Full time employees receive 33 days per annum, inclusive of public holidays. This amount is applied pro rata for part-time employees.
* Pension: There is a defined contribution pension scheme to which eligible staff will be auto enrolled.
* Probation: Appointments are conditional on the satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period. We reserve the right to extend this.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person