Facilities Kitchen Manager

Driver Hire Borders; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Hull is seeking an exceptional Kitchen Manager to enhance their in-house catering services. The role involves menu planning, staff management, and ensuring financial efficiency while adhering to health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant catering qualifications and experience in large-scale operations, promoting a commitment to healthy eating.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment catering for over 1500.
• Ability to maintain electronic records.
• IOSH qualification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and cost imaginative, nutritious menus.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team.
• Manage catering budget and maintain financial records.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Food Safety

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Health and Safety Certificate

Job description

Randstad C&P are in need of an exceptional Kitchen Manager to drive a school's in-house catering in Hull. This role demands proven leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to healthy eating. Deliver excellence, every meal, every day.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Food Production
• Plan, create, and cost imaginative, nutritious, and well-balanced menus that comply with the School Food Standards.
• Cater for all dietary requirements, including allergies, intolerances, and cultural needs, ensuring all food is clearly labelled.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of all meals to the highest standard.
• Ensure portion control and minimise food wastage.
• Staff Management and Leadership:
• Lead, manage, and motivate the kitchen team, including undertaking staff rotas, training, and performance management.
• Foster a positive and professional working environment.
• Ensure all staff are trained in food safety, health and safety, and allergy awareness.
• Financial Management:
• Manage the catering budget effectively, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Undertake all ordering of food and supplies from approved suppliers, ensuring best value for money.
• Complete regular stocktakes and maintain accurate financial records.
• Health, Safety, and Hygiene:
• Ensure the kitchen and all catering areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Implement and maintain all food safety management systems, including HACCP procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety and food hygiene legislation and school policies
• Maintain all necessary records for food safety, finance, and staff.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in a school environment, ideally catering to 1500+
• Financial experience dealing with budgets etc
• Ability to maintain electronic records
• Health and Safety Certificate
• IOSH
• A relevant catering qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery).
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

If you are interested, please apply with an up to date CV and Ruby from the Leeds branch will be in touch.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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