Live Events Kitchen Lead (Chef de Partie)

North Music Trust; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music in Gateshead is hiring for a kitchen role supporting the Head Chef. The 3-month fixed-term contract requires 36 hours per week across 7 days, including evenings and weekends. SCP 24, £26,175 per annum, with a focus on high-standard hot and cold dishes and sustainable practices.

Experience in kitchens and producing food for large events is desirable, with opportunities to develop skills and contribute to a dynamic event calendar.

Qualifications

• 2+ years kitchen experience.
• Experience producing food for large events.
• Minimise food waste in line with ethos.
• Produce hot and cold dishes to a high standard.
• HACCP and IOSH qualifications helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef with ideas to improve kitchen output.
• Collaborate with the commercial events and audience experience teams to ensure exciting kitchen offers.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Assist with menu design and innovation, responding to audiences and events.
• Continually develop knowledge of industry trends.
• Support minimising food waste and sustainability across menus.
• Demonstrate a sound understanding of health and safety and food safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure stock orders are kept to appropriate levels.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food preparation

Health & Safety

Team player

Job description

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music in Gateshead is hiring for a kitchen role supporting the Head Chef. The 3-month fixed-term contract requires 36 hours per week across 7 days, including evenings and weekends. SCP 24, £26,175 per annum, with a focus on high-standard hot and cold dishes and sustainable practices.

Experience in kitchens and producing food for large events is desirable, with opportunities to develop skills and contribute to a dynamic event calendar.