School Culinary Director

3 days ago


ChesterleStreet, Durham, United Kingdom Chartwells - Schools Full time
About the Role:
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Chef Manager to join our team at Chartwells, a leading provider of catering services to the education sector. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for creating exceptional culinary experiences for our clients while managing teams and overseeing daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients
* Identify opportunities to improve our food service and implement action plans
* Support and train teams to excel in their roles
* Oversee the efficiency of all catering operations, including inventory management and budget control
* Implement and review Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams

Requirements:
* Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
* Have experience managing teams in a similar role
* Possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to providing exceptional customer service. The salary for this role is approximately £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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