Job description
Executive Chef
Education Sector
South Croydon
£38,000 + Benefits
Term Time Only 42 Weeks
Monday to Friday
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to join our clients team in a unique and exciting role within an educational setting.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Executive Chef to create an impact in an environment that truly values quality and presentation.
Benefits:
Key Responsibilities:
Education Sector
South Croydon
£38,000 + Benefits
Term Time Only 42 Weeks
Monday to Friday
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to join our clients team in a unique and exciting role within an educational setting.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Executive Chef to create an impact in an environment that truly values quality and presentation.
Benefits:
- Monday to Friday - No evenings or weekends!
- Salary £38,000 annually.
- Competitive bonus structure
- Healthcare benefits.
- Career progression.
- Travel discounts.
- Pension scheme.
- Monthly staff awards
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning and preparing daily meals, ensuring dietary requirements are met, and quality standards are maintained.
- Leading a kitchen team in the production and service of meals.
- Controlling and monitoring the food budget and ensuring optimal use of resources.
- Flare and passion to be at the forefront during service, with personable interaction with all children
- Adhering to food hygiene and health & safety policies.
- Creating varied menus that inspire and cater to the tastes and dietary needs of our student body.
- Ordering and maintaining inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
- Managing and training kitchen staff, and maintaining a positive and professional environment.
- Minimum 2 years catering experience.
- Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Able to manage a team and kitchen operations.
- Proficiency in nutrition, portion control, food planning, and preparation.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Good understanding of health and safety regulations.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with students, staff, and suppliers.
- An innate passion for food and cooking, with a creative and innovative approach to menu creation.