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Development Chef - Contract Catering

Illume Recruitment

City Of London

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player in contract catering is seeking a talented Development Chef to elevate their food offerings in schools across the UK. This dynamic role involves working with a senior culinary team to create innovative menu concepts and strategies, while engaging with students and clients alike. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the independent education sector, showcasing their culinary creativity and strong financial acumen. If you're passionate about providing fresh and nutritious food and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience at a senior chef level in the independent education sector.
  • Ability to develop diverse cuisines and exciting menus.

Responsibilities

  • Part of the senior culinary team across multiple locations.
  • Develop menu concepts and strategies, attend client meetings.

Skills

Senior chef experience
Knowledge of diverse food concepts
Strong communication skills
Financial acumen

Job description

I am currently recruiting a Development Chef for a leading Contract Caterer who specialise in providing fresh and nutritious food in to schools across the country.

My client is looking for a Development Chef to join their team someone who is at the top of their game in the independent school sector.

As Development Chef you will be part of the senior culinary team, working across multiple locations to take the food offering to the next level. You will work on various projects from menu concepts and strategies to attending client meetings and food forums.

The ideal Development Chef will have the following skills/ experience:
  1. Worked at a senior chef level within the independent education sector
  2. Knowledge of diverse food concepts and the ability to develop multiple cuisines from around the globe
  3. Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact with students, clients and the site managers
  4. Strong financial acumen and the ability to produce and cost fresh and exciting menus

As Development Chef, you will be based in the home counties, reporting in to an Operations Director and responsible for 30 schools. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be comfortable with regular travel across the UK.

If you feel this is the role for you, apply today to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.

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