Area Support Culinary Specialist

1 week ago

Dagenham, Greater London, United Kingdom BD Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Area Support Chef to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation and high-quality culinary standards across multiple school locations within a designated area.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide culinary support, training, and guidance to kitchen teams, ensuring adherence to menus, recipes, and health and safety regulations.
  • Work closely with the Account Director & Food Team to deliver quality service across the business.
  • Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to established menus, recipes, and quality standards.
  • Monitor food preparation processes to maintain consistency and quality across sites.
  • Collaborate with the Head of Food & Culinary Development chef to plan and develop menus that meet nutritional guidelines and cater to diverse tastes and dietary requirements.
  • Assist in the creation of seasonal menus and special event menus.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, food safety practices, and sanitation procedures.
  • Conduct regular training sessions to ensure that all kitchen staff are up to date with best practices and procedures.
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections of kitchen operations to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Conduct regular health and safety inspections and address any issues or concerns immediately.
  • Maintain positive relationships with school administrators, staff, and students.
  • Address any feedback or concerns from clients or stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
  • Assist in the planning and execution of special events, themed days, and catering functions as required.
Requirements
  • A good level of culinary experience, including experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Familiarity with nutritional standards for school meals, food safety regulations, and industry best practices.
Working Arrangements
  • Working pattern: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Typically core hours will range from 7am till 3.30pm).
  • Number of working weeks: 52 weeks (Annual leave to be taken during school half term).
  • Location: As per business requirement – Flexible. Travel within the borough will be required. A full clean driving licence would be beneficial.
About Us

We are a facilities services company, providing a range of services for public and private sector clients currently across London and the Southeast, but with aspirations to broaden our geographies over time. Our mission is to help communities live, work and grow to fulfil their potential through the delivery of safe, high-quality services based on our unique understanding of local needs.

Benefits
  • Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Pension Scheme
  • Paid Holidays from 21 days
  • Family Friendly Policies making work-life balance achievable
  • Health & wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Career development and training
  • A GREAT TEAM

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