Head of Kitchen

4 weeks ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom City Catering Southampton Full time

**Role Overview**


City Catering Southampton is a charity that provides high-quality meals to primary and secondary school children in Southampton. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Head of Kitchen to lead our kitchen team at Hardmoor Early Years Centre.


This is a 52-week permanent position, working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking meals, ensuring exceptional presentation and adhering to allergen and special diet menus.


**Key Responsibilities**



  • Plan, prepare, and cook meals for school children, ensuring exceptional presentation and taste.
  • Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control, stock rotation, and ordering.
  • Lead a team of kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high standards are maintained.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including food safety, hygiene, and HACCP.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and school staff.

**Requirements**



  • Previous experience in a kitchen management role, preferably in a school or charity environment.
  • Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, cost control, and stock rotation.
  • Leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and train staff.
  • Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles.
  • NVQ/Level 3 qualification in Food Safety Hygiene or equivalent (desirable).

**What We Offer**



  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Great pension contribution.
  • Life Assurance.
  • On-site parking.
  • Referral programme.

City Catering Southampton is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates who share our values and are passionate about providing high-quality meals to school children.


The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, covered by the charity.


**Job Types: Part-time, Permanent**


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