About the role
Lead kitchen operations at St Charles 6th Form, ensuring exceptional food experiences for children and maintaining high standards in a busy secondary school environment.
Responsibilities
* Managing the main aspects of the kitchens, including Health & Safety, Training & Development, and keeping the Unit Bookwork up to date.
* Receiving and managing food deliveries and storage.
* Developing strong relationships with clients, team, and customers to ensure catering contracts grow.
* Planning and preparing daily menus.
* Managing kitchen staff to maintain high standards.
* Managing supplier ordering and weekly stock taking.
* Adhering to recipes, plate presentation, and cooking standards.
* Training kitchen staff on preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
* Controlling budget and minimizing wastage.
* Ensuring kitchen operations meet health and safety standards.
* Monitoring the quality of products and services provided.
* Resolving customer queries promptly and professionally.
* Applying knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
* Demonstrating excellent leadership and management skills.
Qualifications
* Proven work experience as an Executive Chef/Chef Manager in a busy secondary school or similar.
* Excellent record of kitchen management.
* Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
* Experience in training kitchen staff on preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
* Strong leadership and management skills.
* Provide two employment/character references. Enhanced DBS/Criminal Record Check will be conducted (paid by employer).
Benefits
* Monday to Friday schedule, term time only – 44.6 weeks per year.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes.
* Digital GP access for you and your immediate family, along with broader healthcare benefits.
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking, and many more.
* Food shop discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and more.
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets.
* Cash rewards for spending with partner brands.
* Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes.
* Option to share discounts and offers with friends and families.
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