Chef Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead kitchen operations ensuring the highest standards of food quality safety and presentation
• Manage and support a small kitchen team fostering a positive working environment
• Oversee menu planning stock control and supplier relationships
• Maintain accurate financial records including budgets ordering and stock rotation
• Ensure compliance with all food safety health & safety and safeguarding policies
• Work collaboratively with the school community to provide a friendly and efficient catering experience

Qualifications :

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager or similar role within contract catering ideally the Independent Education sector
• Strong kitchen management and leadership skills
• Passionate about using fresh seasonal ingredients to create balanced appealing menus
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety standards allergen management and sustainability best practices

Additional Information :

We pride ourselves on:

People first
Were a company of individuals united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food always
Using only the best ingredients our food is fresh authentic and tailored to each school age group and specific needs and preferences.

Food education
We educate pupils through food encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do
Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers suppliers and business partners and each other.

Fresh thinking
New ideas for food service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time