Head of Kitchen

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

Norfolk - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

1 Month contract with a local authority

Summary

This role involves managing and overseeing the daily operations of a school kitchen to ensure the provision of nutritious high-quality meals in compliance with health safety and hygiene standards. The position requires supervising kitchen staff managing stock and budgets and delivering excellent service to pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

Plan prepare and serve balanced meals in line with school and government nutritional guidelines.
Manage and supervise kitchen staff including scheduling training and performance monitoring.
Ensure compliance with food safety hygiene and health regulations at all times.
Maintain accurate records of food production stock levels and temperature checks.
Order and manage stock efficiently minimising waste and adhering to budgetary constraints.
Liaise with school leadership regarding menu planning and special dietary requirements.
Oversee cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities.
Promote a positive dining experience for pupils and staff.

Requirements

Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment ideally within an educational setting.
Proven ability to manage a team effectively.
Experience in menu planning and stock control.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (essential).
Catering or hospitality qualification (desirable).
Allergen awareness training (desirable).
Basic knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for children.

Additional Information

Working hours: 30 hours per week
Location: Rackheath Primary School Norwich
Schedule: 6 hours per day 08:30 to 14:30 Monday to Friday
The role requires an enhanced DBS with barred list

The role closes soon apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

To support the kitchen team in maintaining a clean safe and efficient food preparation environment. The Kitchen Assistant will assist with basic food prep cleaning duties and ensuring hygiene standards are upheld at all times

Required Education:

1 Month contract with a local authoritySummaryThis role involves managing and overseeing the daily operations of a school kitchen to ensure the provision of nutritious high-quality meals in compliance with health safety and hygiene standards. The position requires supervising kitchen staff managing ...

1 Month contract with a local authority

Summary

This role involves managing and overseeing the daily operations of a school kitchen to ensure the provision of nutritious high-quality meals in compliance with health safety and hygiene standards. The position requires supervising kitchen staff managing stock and budgets and delivering excellent service to pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

Plan prepare and serve balanced meals in line with school and government nutritional guidelines.
Manage and supervise kitchen staff including scheduling training and performance monitoring.
Ensure compliance with food safety hygiene and health regulations at all times.
Maintain accurate records of food production stock levels and temperature checks.
Order and manage stock efficiently minimising waste and adhering to budgetary constraints.
Liaise with school leadership regarding menu planning and special dietary requirements.
Oversee cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities.
Promote a positive dining experience for pupils and staff.

Requirements

Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment ideally within an educational setting.
Proven ability to manage a team effectively.
Experience in menu planning and stock control.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (essential).
Catering or hospitality qualification (desirable).
Allergen awareness training (desirable).
Basic knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for children.

Additional Information