Head Chef and Operations Manager

4 days ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Totally Local Company Full time
Job Description:

This is a challenging opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join our team at Totally Local Company.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual to lead our kitchen team at Bolshaw Primary School. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for children within agreed food and labour budgetary costs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in professional cookery, with experience of supervising and coordinating staff in a kitchen environment. They will also have excellent health and safety knowledge and be able to ensure that all guidelines are strictly adhered to.

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with food specification nutritional standards, managing stock control, and maintaining high levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas.

You will also be expected to facilitate training for new staff members, implement cleaning regimes, and maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance.

A key aspect of this role is menu planning for theme days and promotional activities within the school, working closely with area managers and food champions to create exciting and engaging meal options.

If you have a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences, possess excellent leadership skills, and are committed to providing outstanding customer service, we want to hear from you

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff
  • Prepare and cook meals for children within agreed budget
  • Maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene
  • Manage stock control and ordering
  • Implement cleaning regimes and maintain accurate records
  • Facilitate training for new staff members
  • Menu planning for theme days and promotional activities
Requirements:
  • NVQ Level 2 in professional cookery or equivalent
  • Experience of supervising and coordinating staff in a kitchen environment
  • Excellent health and safety knowledge
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Benefits:
  • Lifestyle benefits including discounts on retailers and services
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • NEST Pension Scheme with employer contribution
  • Life Assurance with twice basic salary cover

Estimated Salary: £13.26 per hour (25 hours per week)


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