Culinary Operations Director

1 day ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Impact Food Group Full time

About Impact Food Group: We're a forward-thinking education catering company dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives through nutritious and delicious food.

Job Title: Chef/Chef Manager

Location: Oakbank Secondary School, Reading

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am-4:30pm (45 hours per week)

Salary: £28,000 per year

Job Description:

We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager to join our team at Oakbank Secondary School in Reading. As a key member of our kitchen team, you'll be responsible for leading the team, managing daily operations, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional culinary services. You'll work closely with onsite clients to understand their needs and preferences and plan and execute menu cycles using fresh seasonal ingredients.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Chef Manager in a similar environment
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices

Benefits:

  • Potential bonus of up to 10% of salary based on performance
  • Free meals on shift
  • Uniform provided
  • Pension scheme and other great company benefits

Why Work for Us? At Impact Food Group, we offer a range of benefits and perks that make us stand out from the competition. As a member of our team, you can expect:

  • A competitive salary of £28,000 per year
  • Flexible daytime working hours (Monday to Friday)
  • 42 weeks of paid work per year, including term time and additional weeks off
  • The opportunity to grow and develop your career in a dynamic and supportive environment

How to Apply: If you're passionate about delivering exceptional culinary services and believe you have the skills and experience required for this role, please get in touch with us to discuss further.


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