Impact Chef & Community Kitchen Educator

Company Shop Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Annual Flu Injections, discounts, on‑s

On-site Parking

Subsidised staff Canteen, Free Tea &

Free Fruit Friday

Employee Assistance Programme - Grocer

Cycle 2 Work

Life assurance benefit

Job summary

Community Kitchen at Community Shop Group is seeking a dedicated Chef Educator to lead culinary initiatives and drive positive change at Beechwood, Birkenhead. You will produce nutritious meals and support delivery of community programmes that benefit local members and partners.

You will work with stakeholders, lead a high-performing team, and uphold Health, Safety & Environmental policies while engaging in cross-functional collaboration to maximise social impact.

Qualifications

• A strong culinary background is essential.
• NVQ Level 2 in Catering or equivalent is required.
• Food hygiene level 2 or above is expected.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Community Kitchen's social impact and culinary development programmes.
• Promote and support local communities through engaging activities.
• Assist retail and hub in driving membership to broaden Community Kitchen's social impact.
• Deliver in-house training and development programmes.
• Collaborate with organisations across sectors to advance social impact opportunities.
• Ensure Health, Safety & Environmental policies are upheld.

Skills

Strong culinary background

HACCP knowledge

Food hygiene level 2+

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Catering

Food hygiene level 2 or above

Knowledge of HACCP

Job description

Community Kitchen at Community Shop Group is seeking a dedicated Chef Educator to lead culinary initiatives and drive positive change at Beechwood, Birkenhead. You will produce nutritious meals and support delivery of community programmes that benefit local members and partners.

You will work with stakeholders, lead a high-performing team, and uphold Health, Safety & Environmental policies while engaging in cross-functional collaboration to maximise social impact.