NH School Chef

The Berkeley Scott Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

School-based working environment

Support from the Berkeley Scott team

Develop experience within education

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Group in Northampton is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to join a school catering team. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the school kitchen and ensuring a high standard of food and service.

Your duties include preparing meals, leading kitchen staff, maintaining hygiene standards and managing stock, with support from the Berkeley Scott recruitment team. Weekly pay and an immediate start are on offer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Chef Manager or in a senior catering role.
• Experience in a school/education setting is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• 2 references required.
• Food Safety Level 2 certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Food Allergen certificate or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead and support kitchen staff.
• Maintain food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Manage stock and food orders.
• Ensure meals meet required standards.
• Create a positive environment for pupils and staff.

Skills

Catering management

Team leadership

Food safety

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Right to work in UK

Education

Food Safety Level 2

Food Allergen certificate

Enhanced DBS

2 references

Job description

Northampton Chef Manager – School

Berkeley Scott are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef Manager to join a school catering team in Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced catering professional looking for an immediate start.

What we offer

• £18.00–£24.00 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start
• School-based working environment
• Support from the Berkeley Scott recruitment team
• Opportunity to develop your experience within education catering

What you will be doing

As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of the school kitchen and ensuring a high standard of food and service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving high-quality meals
• Managing the day-to-day kitchen operation
• Leading and supporting kitchen staff
• Maintaining food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Managing stock and food orders
• Ensuring meals are prepared to the required standards
• Creating a positive and professional environment for pupils and staff

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Chef Manager or in a similar senior catering role
• Experience within a school or education setting is desirable
• Enhanced DBS required
• 2 references required
• Food Safety Level 2 certificate required (or willingness to obtain)
• Food Allergen certificate required (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Ability to lead a team and work effectively under pressure
• Right to work in the UK