Kitchen Manager

3 days ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

Our school is a member of Ventrus, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, Ventrus offers excellent career and development opportunities.

Orchard Vale Community School is a successful and friendly school that provides exciting and rewarding learning opportunities for its pupils.

We require a highly motivated Kitchen Manager from mid-December 2024 who is a talented individual, has great cooking skills along with a passion for preparing fresh food from scratch.

We are seeking someone who is passionate about providing fresh, healthy food for the children and staff and who will work closely with our school team. We employ our own catering staff to provide in house catering. We have a large, well-equipped kitchen and a friendly team and an experienced Academy catering lead who will work alongside you.

Successful candidates will:

Manage the day-to-day preparation of meals to a high standard within budget Order food and materials Maintain a hygienic kitchen Effectively manage other members of the kitchen team Promote the service to attract the maximum number of children and positively encourage healthy food choices Possess knowledge and experience as a Kitchen Manager along with the minimum of NVQ Level 2 in Catering; Level 3 would be preferable Have a proven track record of managing teams and controlling catering budgets


You will receive a full induction and appropriate training. You will need to have some experience of working in a large kitchen, preferably in a school context.

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Fiona Pearce Headteacher or Emily Gulliford Associate Headteacher by email to . 

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

To apply for this role please submit your application online via the following link;
 

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 9th December 2024.


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