Culinary Visionary Wanted
Wolverhampton Grammar School is seeking a highly skilled Executive Culinary Director to lead our kitchen team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a culinary expert to join our prestigious independent school and contribute to the well-being of our students through nutritious and delicious meals.
We offer a competitive salary package, including a generous annual salary of up to £36,000, plus benefits such as free meals during shifts, career development opportunities, HIT Apprenticeships, and a pension scheme.
About the Role
The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of kitchen management, from menu planning to food preparation and staff training. They will be responsible for delivering high-quality meals tailored to students' diverse dietary needs, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and collaborating with school leadership to create bespoke hospitality offerings for events.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior role, ideally in a high-volume or educational setting. They will possess excellent leadership and organizational skills, creativity, and passion for delivering high-quality meals. Flexibility to adapt to the needs of a busy kitchen, including occasional evening or weekend work, is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead a dedicated team to achieve excellence in every service.
* Deliver high-quality, nutritious, and creative meals tailored to students' diverse dietary needs.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while maintaining an organized and efficient kitchen.
* Collaborate with school leadership to create bespoke hospitality offerings for events.
Benefits:
As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:
* Free meals during shifts.
* Career development opportunities.
* HIT Apprenticeships for all levels.
* Reward & recognition schemes.
* People awards to celebrate our employees.
* Work/life balance.
* Employee Benefits Platform.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Recommend a friend scheme.
* Company sick pay scheme.
* Prestigious working environments.
* Team events scheduled throughout the year.
* Pension scheme.
* Competitive salary.
What We Offer
We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. Our commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment makes us an attractive employer for those seeking a fulfilling career in education.