Job description
Job Role: Chef
Location: Bedford
Sector: Private Education
Salary: £25396.80
We are seeking a talented Chef to join a leading Contract Catering company at a prestigious private education site in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic catering operation that provides freshly prepared meals for both day students and boarders, as well as supporting a variety of exciting school events.
As Chef, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality dining experience that students look forward to every day. You’ll bring creativity, passion, and attention to detail to the kitchen, while ensuring all dishes meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and nutrition.
A strong awareness of allergens, special dietary requirements, and health & safety regulations is essential, as is a genuine commitment to providing a positive and enjoyable mealtime experience for students
Key Responsibilities:
What we are looking for
Location: Bedford
Sector: Private Education
Salary: £25396.80
We are seeking a talented Chef to join a leading Contract Catering company at a prestigious private education site in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic catering operation that provides freshly prepared meals for both day students and boarders, as well as supporting a variety of exciting school events.
As Chef, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality dining experience that students look forward to every day. You’ll bring creativity, passion, and attention to detail to the kitchen, while ensuring all dishes meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and nutrition.
A strong awareness of allergens, special dietary requirements, and health & safety regulations is essential, as is a genuine commitment to providing a positive and enjoyable mealtime experience for students
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook nutritious, balanced meals for large groups of people
- Ensure all meals meet dietary, religious, and medical requirements, including allergen awareness.
- Work efficiently in a high-volume catering environment while maintaining quality.
- Make sure the kitchen is clean and tidy
- Follow food hygiene and safety regulations to the highest standards.
- Assist with menu planning, incorporating variety and special dietary needs.
- Collaborate with the catering team to ensure smooth service and a positive dining experience.
What we are looking for
- Proven experience as a cook in a high-volume catering kitchen
- Strong knowledge of allergens, special diets, and food safety regulations.
- A passion for food and creating meals that cater to diverse needs.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- You will have a positive and can-do attitude
- £ 25396.80
- 5 out of 7 days
- Parking on site
- Flexible shift patten
