Chef

University of Bristol; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Bristol is looking for a Catering Chef to join the Campus Division - Catering. The role involves preparing high-quality meals, planning menus for daily service and events, and maintaining rigorous food hygiene practices.

The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, train staff, and oversee ordering and delivery processes for provisions. Full-time, Grade E, 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High level culinary skill with ability to prepare varied meals to a high standard.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.
• Ability to train and induct staff, including temporary staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in planning menus for meals, functions, and special occasions.
• Monitor hygiene standards by checking cleaning schedules and food/equipment temperatures.
• Coach and train staff and induct temporary staff.
• Prepare orders for provisions and ensure deliveries are accurate and stored correctly.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food hygiene

Busy kitchen work

Staff training support

Education

NVQ Level 2 equivalent

Job description

The University of Bristol Catering department (Source) have a rare and exciting Chef opportunity for the right person. We are passionate about serving high-quality, responsibly-sourced meals to our vibrant community of students, staff, and visitors. We believe in the power of good food to bring people together and enhance the campus experience. As a part of our team, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and innovative dining environment that prioritizes the welfare of people and the planet.

What will you be doing?

The successful candidate will prepare varied nutritious meals to a high standard specified by the Head Chef and Manager.

• Assist the Head Chef in planning menus for all meals, functions and special occasions.
• Meet the required standards of hygiene and food safety by monitoring cleaning schedules and food and equipment temperatures.
• Assist the Head Chef in the continual training of staff and induction and training of temporary staff.
• Assist in the preparation of orders for the purchase of provisions and monitoring deliveries ensuring deliveries are accurate and stores correctly.

You should apply if

• The post holder will be required to hold a recognised cookery qualification equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2
• The post holder will ideally have gained previous experience in a reasonably wide variety of catering establishments, including hotel and/or restaurant work and preferably not restricted to the public sector; to understand the requirements of the differing customer types and to bring diverse experience to the University.
• A high level of culinary skill is essential to meet the wide variety of requirements, including student meals, conferences, functions and wedding receptions, day meetings and special meals. High standards of preparation and presentation are expected throughout.
• An understanding of the principles of food hygiene and the consequences of poor working practices is essential.
• Willing to learn and I have a genuine passion for food
• We know that kitchens can be a very busy environment to work it, and so it is essential that you have the ability to always work clean and tidy.

Additional information

Work pattern: Full time (35 hours)

Grade: E

School/Unit: Campus Division - Catering

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Sunday 11th October

For informal queries please contact: Louise Rose (Catering Cluster Manager) on [e-mail]

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