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Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus

Uniform provided

Enhanced DBS paid by HCL

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) seeks an Assistant Chef Manager for The Beaconsfield Secondary School to support the Cook Manager and deliver nutritious meals to students and staff during term time.

You will handle stock and inventory, ensure food safety and allergen records, and work as part of a team with strong communication.

The role offers uniform provided, DBS paid by HCL, and rewards including a refer-a-friend bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in education catering or similar environment is essential.
• Strong communication and team-oriented attitude.
• Good knowledge of health and safety requirements in a school setting.
• Ability to manage allergen records and use IT systems for ordering and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations.
• Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills.
• Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required.
• Assist with stock control and inventory management.
• Represent the brand professionally and maintain a positive image.
• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Stock control

Tools

IT systems for ordering

Inventory monitoring

Job description

Assistant Chef Manager The Beaconsfield Secondary School

Assistant Chef Manager based at The Beaconsfield Secondary School 30hpw

At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.

The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do.

At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector.

As an

Assistant Chef Manager, you'll be supporting the cook manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service.

Let's talk about the role of an Assistant Chef Manager:

• Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations
• Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills
• Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required
• Assist with stock control and inventory management
• Represent the brand professionally, always maintaining a positive image
• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations

About the Ideal Assistant Chef Manager:

• Committed to safeguarding children and young people
• Previous experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment
• Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements
• Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate allergen records
• Able to support and work collaboratively as part of a team

Salary: £14.68 per hour (£19,381 per annum)

Schedule: Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off

Uniform provided

Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply)

Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities

Excusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities

Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream

Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL -

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