Pabulum Catering is excited to announce an opening for a Chef Manager to help us deliver exceptional food experiences to the children at Wood End Park Academy School.
As a Chef Manager, you will join a passionate and dedicated team, working together to create an outstanding culinary experience for our school community.
In return, we offer an excellent work-life balance, unwavering support, and a fantastic company culture committed to providing healthy food to children. At Pabulum, you matter; our success is built on the dedication of our employees, and we are proud to be a strong, innovative, and constantly growing business.
With over 120 sites across Southern England, there are plenty of opportunities for you to grow, learn, and develop your career.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Prepare our delicious food with care and creativity.
* Manage key aspects of the kitchen, including Health & Safety, Training & Development, and maintain up-to-date Unit Bookwork.
* Receive and manage food deliveries, ensuring proper storage and inventory management.
* Foster excellent relationships with clients, team members, and customers to ensure our catering contracts thrive.
Our Ideal Chef Manager Will Be:
* Passionate about food and delivering great customer service.
* A fantastic communicator who thrives in a team environment, with strong supervisory skills to manage, develop, and motivate a large team.
* Financially astute, with a willingness to learn our processes and software systems.
* Possessing a craft background with relevant qualifications and experience.
Role Details and Benefits
* Competitive salary of £29,000 per annum.
* Monday to Friday schedule - 40 hours a week.
* Enjoy an excellent work/life balance with a term-time only contract.
* Holiday pay and a NEST pension scheme.
* Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
* Consistent training and development opportunities.
* Unlock – discount membership for added perks.
At Pabulum, we focus on three essential ingredients for your role:
* The Food – We prioritize our values, putting Education, Passion, Sensation, and Innovation at the forefront. 94% of our food is freshly prepared on-site daily, using 75% British produce with minimal frozen or processed items.
* The People – Happy customers return for more, so we expect you to ensure they have an excellent experience.
* And You – Join our positive and professional team as we work together to make a difference.
As you will be working in an educational environment, you will need to provide two employment or character references. We will also conduct an Enhanced DBS / Criminal Record Check, which we will cover the costs for.
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CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work. We celebrate the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members, striving to build a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Diversity is our strength!