Empowering Learning

Chef/Catering Manager

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Job Location

Southwark, United Kingdom

Job Description

Chef/Catering Manager Opportunity

Empowering Learning is proud to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and skilled Chef/Catering Manager to join a vibrant school.

This school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where students thrive both academically and personally. With a focus on student well-being, the school values the role of nutritious, high-quality meals in enhancing the overall learning experience. If you're dedicated to making a positive impact through food, this role is perfect for you!

If you're committed to creating nutritious, delicious meals while positively impacting the well-being of students and staff, this role is perfect for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Excellence: Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals that meet diverse dietary needs, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Develop creative menus that reflect cultural diversity.
Leadership & Management: Lead and manage the catering team, oversee recruitment, staff training, and ensure smooth daily kitchen operations.
Health & Safety: Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene, ensuring full compliance with regulations and managing a clean, organized kitchen.
Community Engagement: Promote healthy eating through cooking demonstrations, workshops, and events, encouraging a love of nutritious food within the school community.
Sustainability: Implement sustainable practices such as minimizing waste, sourcing local ingredients, and reducing single-use plastics.Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Catering for large groups: Preferably as a sous chef or head chef in a school or educational setting.
Managing kitchen staff: Proven ability to lead and oversee kitchen teams effectively.
Handling budgets and financial planning: Demonstrated experience managing budgets and controlling costs.
Working with children: Experience interacting with and catering to the needs of children.
Cultural diversity in food preparation: Knowledge of diverse dietary preferences is desirable but not essential.
Healthy eating and nutrition: Expertise in creating balanced menus and understanding nutritional needs.Qualifications:

Right to work in the UK
Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety
Experience in large-scale catering and staff managementIf you're ready to lead a dedicated team and bring your culinary skills to a thriving school environment, we encourage you to apply

Location: Southwark, GB

Posted Date: 11/1/2024
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November 1, 2024
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