Head Chef — Innovative School Kitchen Leader

Lodestone House; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Local gym membership

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Tonbridge is seeking a motivated Head Chef who is passionate about food. The Head Chef will manage food preparation, ensuring the highest quality and safety standards. Candidates should possess excellent culinary and leadership skills, with a passion for creating enjoyable, healthy meals for pupils and staff. This role offers competitive pay and development opportunities within a leading food service company.

Qualifications

• Excellent and innovative culinary and presentation skills.
• Energetic with a passion to do a great job.
• Demonstrates a passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the preparation and cooking of food.
• Take responsibility for food production with a hands-on approach.
• Drive sales through menu planning and promotions.

Skills

Culinary and presentation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Management skills

Numerate and computer literate

Job description

A prestigious independent school in Tonbridge is seeking a motivated Head Chef who is passionate about food. The Head Chef will manage food preparation, ensuring the highest quality and safety standards. Candidates should possess excellent culinary and leadership skills, with a passion for creating enjoyable, healthy meals for pupils and staff. This role offers competitive pay and development opportunities within a leading food service company.