School chef - Nottingham & surrounding areas About Us: Blue Arrow provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for our education clients. We believe that nutritious and delicious meals are essential to student's well-being and academic success. Job Description: We are seeking a talented and passionate School Chef to join our team. As School Chef, you will be responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking healthy and appealing meals for school clients. You will manage the kitchen, ensuring it meets the highest standards of hygiene and safety, and oversee all aspects of food preparation and service. Responsibilities: * Plan and create nutritious and balanced menus that meet dietary requirements and preferences. * Prepare and cook meals to a high standard, ensuring quality and taste. * Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering, stock control, and waste management. * Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, adhering to food safety regulations. * Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring efficient and effective teamwork. * Monitor and manage the kitchen budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness. Qualifications: * Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a school or similar environment. * Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations. * Excellent culinary skills and creativity. * Strong organizational and management abilities. * Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. * Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ). Benefits: * Competitive salary * Generous holiday allowance * Opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly environment * Contributory pension scheme * Your very own App and portal to accept shifts on the go, and submit timesheets How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to and please ensure you submit an application to this advert if you are interested. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.