Sous Chef
Location: Farnham
Salary: A£31,000 per annum (Full-Time Equivalent), A£28,000 actual per annum, depending on experience.
Hours: Monday to Friday 7.00am to 3.30pm (term time only)
The School is one of the leading, co-educational, independent Prep schools in Surrey situated in 50 acres of outstanding countryside in Frensham, Farnham.
The school prides itself on its inclusive approach, providing a comprehensive and stimulating educational experience for children aged 2 to 13 years old. Boarding is offered from Year 4 onwards.
The In-house catering department is responsible for delivering a wide and varied food provision for the School community, both boarding and day pupils. The department is managed by the Operations Manager, who is responsible for the Catering and Cleaning on site. The team consists of Head Chef, Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, Front of House Supervisor with 11 further members of the team.
The Role
The School is seeking a highly motivated Sous Chef to help deliver a quality catering service in line with health, safety, allergens, and hygiene requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. To help devise new and exciting menus for the staff and children (3-week cycle)
2. To provide balanced, nutritional, fresh, wholesome meals and snacks
3. To assist Head Chef where needed
4. To prepare and cook daily food (breakfast & lunch)
5. To make sure food is served on time
6. To ensure that methods of food preparation and presentation are to the school's high standards
7. To always lead by example
8. To have attention to detail, finesse, and passion for producing and presenting quality food
9. To ensure sufficient food is available at all times during the service
10. To be fully aware of allergens and dietary requirements of staff and pupils
11. To deputise the management of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
12. To avoid any unnecessary wastage, observe proper portion planning and control, and act in a cost-effective, responsible manner
Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
1. City & Guilds diploma/ BTEC HND in Professional Cookery
2. Good standard of education, numeracy, and literacy
3. Previous experience of working in a catering environment
4. Willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills
5. Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
Desirable:
1. COSHH, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, Level 3 Food Safety Certificate
2. Previous experience of working in a school environment
Benefits
1. Competitive contributory occupational pension schemes
2. Death in service benefit up to the age of 70 (if not already included in occupational pension scheme)
3. Cash Health Plan currently provided by +Medicash
4. Payment for eye tests for users of visual display screen equipment, and a contribution currently amounting to A£50 to the cost of any corrective eyewear (normally claimable once every 3 years)
5. Personal Accident insurance
6. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
7. Membership of the Charterhouse School Sports Centre
8. Membership of the Charterhouse School's 9-hole golf course at a reduced subscription
9. Participation in a 'Cycle to Work' scheme (subject to eligibility)
10. Salary sacrifice on electric vehicles (subject to eligibility)
11. Lunches during your normal working day when available
12. Free on-site parking
13. Invitations to school productions and concerts throughout the year
14. Continuing professional development as part of their talent management programme
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
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