We're currently recruiting an ambitious Sous Chef to join Belhaven Hill School. As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week, 7:30-15:00/15:30 Week 1: Monday-Friday + Sunday evening
Week 2: Monday-Thursday
This role can be Term-time or 52 weeks per year
Rate of Pay: £30,160 per annum
Location: EH42 1NN
Your key responsibilities will include:
Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
Oversee the daily preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, and dinner for 100 pupils
Supervise and training the team, including 3 KPs, 2 bakers, and a chef
Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
Plan and execute balanced, nutritious, and diverse menus, taking into account the dietary needs of the pupils
Lead the catering for summer events, open days, and other special occasions, ensuring that high-quality drinks and canapés are prepared and served to guests
Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste
Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets
Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
Complying with Health & Safety regulations
Our ideal Head Chef will:
Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:
Great operational training and development
Life assurance scheme
Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Regular social events and communication with our leaders
A holiday purchase scheme
Access to some great high street discount vouchers
Onsite free car parking
Job Reference: com/1203/42613001/52723667/BU #SCOT #Inspire
CH&CO, a part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
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