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£ 25415 - 28457
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Overview and Responsibilities
Chef Aurora Ryefields
Job Title: Chef
Location:Ryefields School
Salary: Actual annual salary 25415..17 dependent on experience
Contract Type:FullTime Permanent Term time only
Working Hours: 7.30am4pm 40 working weeks per year)
Closing Date: Sunday 13th April
About Ryefields
At Ryefield School we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive supportive and highachieving environment for our students. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and personal growth we work collaboratively to ensure every child thrives.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chefto oversee the kitchen at Ryefields School. You will ensure the prompt and efficient preparation and service of all meals within budget and to required standards while catering to the diverse dietary needs of our young people. You will also provide guidance on food preparation regulatory standards and dietary considerations.
Key Duties
- Plan menus within budget while considering dietary requirements and preferences.
- Collaborate with the Business Manager to develop best practices and future catering strategies.
- Ensure adherence to statutory regulations on food safety and hygiene across sites.
- Manage kitchen documentation accounting and administrative procedures.
- Create efficient staff rotas while considering team needs.
- Induct train and develop new kitchen staff providing ongoing coaching and support.
- Maintain accurate food supply records and ensure effective stock rotation.
- Monitor and manage food deliveries ensuring accuracy and proper storage.
- Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment planning deep cleans periodically.
- Ensure kitchen security and safe operation of all catering equipment.
- Organise and prepare for special functions sometimes outside normal working hours.
- Report any equipment defects hazards or irregularities.
- Support education staff in encouraging young people to develop cooking skills.
- Attend meetings and training courses as required.
For a full breakdown of the role and key duties please see the attached job description: Chef JD Ryefields.pdf
Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Experience
- Experience managing a catering environment with multiple and complex dietary requirements.
- Proven ability to plan and prepare nutritious balanced and varied menus.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation including COSHH manual handling and food hygiene.
- Experience in equipment maintenance and safety checks.
- Strong literacy numeracy and communication skills.
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment stock management and cleaning schedules.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work flexibly.
- Commitment to the health welfare and safeguarding of children and young adults.
Requirements of the Role
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check with barred list clearance.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.
- Willingness to work outside normal hours for special functions when needed.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certification (Level 3 desirable).
- Experience in cooking for 4080 people.
- Willingness to develop within the role.
- Creativity in adapting meals for diverse dietary needs.
- Team player with a motivated positive attitude.
- Will need to have some availability during the school holidays for deep cleaning
Benefits and Additional Information
Why Join Us
- Be part of a dedicated team in a rewarding school environment.
- Work in a setting that values wellbeing inclusion and high standards.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
Be part of our successful team and also benefit from a generous package that includes:
- Life assurance
- Competitive Pension
- Perkbox offering high street discounts
- Employee assistance programme
- Car lease scheme
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Bike to work scheme
- Free membership to our Health cash back plan Claim back money on services such as dental optical physio and many more!
Apply Now:
If youre ready to join us on this exciting journey wed love to hear from you!
Start Date: May 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
For further information request a job description; please email our Recruitment Partner:
Applications to be made via our online application form.
Successful applicants will be subject to preemployment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are spent unless they are protected under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer
This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.
Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.
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