Head Chef - Hospitality

Job Title: Head Chef - Hospitality
Independent Education Sector
Salary: £35,000
Location: Bedford
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We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to join our clients team in a unique and exciting role within an educational setting. 

This will be working in the Hospitality kitchen and previous Education, Fine dining or Contract catering experience is preferred, there is a separate Main kitchen which the successful chef will support on a daily basis with the Head Chef

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef to create an impact in an environment that truly values quality and presentation.

Benefits:

• £35,000
• Free wellness and fitness classes. 
• Healthcare benefits for you and your family. 
• Discounts on high street stores. 
• Discounts on days out with your friends and family. 
• Pension scheme. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and preparing daily meals, ensuring dietary requirements are met, and quality standards are maintained.
• Leading a small kitchen team in the production and service of meals.
• Controlling and monitoring the food budget and ensuring optimal use of resources.
• 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.

About You:

• Proven experience as a head chef, hospitality chef or senior sous
• 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.

This role will be for 40 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday, but will require flexibility to work occasional weekends.

They value their employees and strive to provide a supportive, enjoyable, and rewarding working environment.