40 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year working on a rotational shift pattern predominately Monday – Friday, 6.00am – 2.30pm, with one week a term of late shifts (10.30 – 7.00pm) and one Saturday in once a term. Occasional functions and ad hoc events.
The current prorated salary range based on hours and weeks is £24,352 – £27,119 depending on experience, which includes an annual pay review on 1 September each year.
St John’s is seeking a hard working and imaginative Chef de Partie who is passionate about creating high quality food for both the School and external customers. The Chef de Partie will be required to assist with the day-to-day running of the School’s busy kitchen. Responsibilities will include preparing, cooking and presenting specialty and high quality dishes to the standards required by the Catering Department. The Chef de Partie will assist with the development of new dishes and menus in accordance with the School’s requirements.
The successful candidate will possess good communication and customer service skills, the ability to work quickly and under pressure and have experience of working in a high volume food production role. A high level of awareness about food hygiene and Health & Safety is fundamental, and a relevant qualification is desirable.
The willingness to work flexible hours when necessary is essential. Shift patterns are agreed in advance half termly.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 27 January 2025
Interview date to be confirmed
Interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received. We reserve the right to appoint at any time in the recruitment process and therefore invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
To apply please click apply online above, or alternatively download and complete the following forms, and return them, with a letter supporting your application, by email to recruitment@stjohns.surrey.sch.uk ; you may wish to attach a CV.
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St John’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates and all applications will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their application.
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