SChool Chef - Recruitment Avenue : Job Details

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Job SummaryAre you passionate about food and enjoy working in a vibrant school environment? We are looking for a friendly, reliable School Cook to join our dedicated kitchen team.

Our client is a high achieving stablishment dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We believe providing healthy and nutritious meals for our students is essential to their well-being and success. As the school cook you will be responsible for preparing balanced and tasty meals for our students in a kitchen that meets the highest hygiene and safety standards.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Term time only

Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and menu specifications.
• Meal preparation, including chopping, slicing, and marinating ingredients.
• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, including equipment and utensils.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service .
• Monitor inventory levels of food supplies and assist with ordering as needed.
• Help train new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety procedures.

Skills

• Strong culinary skills with experience in meal preparation and food preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in a restaurant setting.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues.
• A passion for cooking and creativity in developing new dishes is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a school kitchen or culinary environment is essential

Experience

• Kitchen management
• Experience in allergy management
• Of operating kitchen equipment safely
• Supervision of kitchen staff
• Working with young people

Qualifications

• At least Level 3 Food Safety or equivalent
• Atleast Level 2 qualification in food preparation and cooking

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of our students through a great catering service, we would like to hear from you.

Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 10 months

Pay: £31,398.00-£32,341.00 per year