Assistant Chef

As an Assistant Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of a nutritiously exciting and unique menu using our fresh and sustainable ingredients for the students and staff. You will focus on delivering the highest quality of food and service along with having the creative flair, originality and the ability to make a stir within the school catering industry.

Firstly, we give our teams the time, freedom and tools they need to ensure pride in what they are doing each day You will also benefit from:

• Monday to Friday working - no more weekends
• 37.5 hours working with no late nights
• 38 working weeks per year based around term time (more time to spend with friends and family)
• Working for a fast-growing company who would like you to grow with them
• A dedicated L&D team to support you in developing your skills including apprenticeships and training courses that are available for everyone.

We expect all staff to share our commitment of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company. Please also note, It may be necessary for this role to be removed before the closing date due to the volume of applications we receive.

• Bringing our exciting menus to life, using our recipes designed with maximum nutrition in mind
• Supporting the team in ensuring a fantastic dining experience for students and staff in line with company standards
• Ensuring the highest standards of Food Hygiene, Allergen and Health and Safety compliance
• The production of hospitality as per client requests
• Providing outstanding support and guidance to the team and demonstrating a positive role model
• Building positive relationships with clients and customers

We are looking for somebody who shares our passion for maintaining the highest standards of food and service for our customers along with the following:

• Craft based experience using fresh ingredients, preferably within an education setting
• You have Food Hygiene level 2 & 3 (further training will be available)
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety practices within a kitchen
• Basic computer skills, with the experience of using different systems
• Self motivation, creativity and ability to use your own initiative