Executive Chef

4 weeks ago


Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom Aramark Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef to join our team at Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food to the highest standard, managing a small team of chefs and FOH staff, and ensuring a smooth operation daily.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing and serving food to the highest standard
  • Management of a small team of chefs and FOH staff; manage staff rotas
  • Organising and supporting your team to ensure a smooth operation daily
  • Producing food in line with the recipe sheets; full knowledge of all menu items served
  • Menu planning and stock control
  • Preparing and cooking meals for students
  • Management of production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage
  • Placing orders and keeping records of any stock wastage
  • Completing all shift opening and closing checklists and due diligence
  • Act as trainer/coach for new team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
  • Assist in daily and weekly kitchen deep cleans
  • Undertake relevant training as required

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar role required
  • A confident leader
  • Strong culinary skills in cooking off concept menus
  • Enhanced DBS required

What We Offer

  • £16,000 - £18,000 per year – equated pay
  • Part time – 30 hours per week, Monday – Friday, Term time only
  • Shifts ranging between 7am – 2.30pm
  • Free meal on duty
  • Free uniform provided
  • NEST pension contribution and Life insurance
  • Lots of holiday entitlement over the Summer and Christmas
  • Cycle to work / Refer a friend scheme
  • A wide range of perks including MyStaffShop discounts (save money on your weekly supermarket shop), Nest pension, Life assurance, online e-learning and much more

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