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Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to exercise your hospitality skills and enjoy a great work/life balance with evenings and weekends off?
BlueArrow are looking for a chirpy chef with experience in kitchen managment to join this friendly team in a high-security building.
Location: Bristol
Salary: £28k (room for movement for the right candidate - speak to Jaz)
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 3:00pm (30-minute unpaid break)
Are you a passionate culinary leader ready to take charge of a vibrant kitchen?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the team and lead catering operations to new heights!
BlueArrow are offering 12 weeks with weekly pay, before joining our client permanently on competitive salary and great company benefits.
A fantastic way to try out the working environment before signing your contract.
Our client is seeking an experienced Head Chef who can inspire and develop a dedicated team, while crafting delicious, hearty British classics for hardworking staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily catering operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
- Manage and train a team of 4 General Assistants, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Cook breakfast and lunch, adhering to our new 3-week rotating menu while adding your own creative flair.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and maintain accurate administrative records.
- Collaborate with the team to develop and implement innovative catering solutions.
- Motivate and Lead: Inspire and manage a team of kitchen staff, including four General Assistants, fostering a collaborative and positive environment.
- Work alongisde Catering Manager to manage budgets and financial expectations.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a similar role, with strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent culinary skills, with a passion for creating hearty British classics like pies, pasties, and more.
- Ability to motivate and develop staff, ensuring a high level of performance and job satisfaction.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills, with attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with staff and clients.
Why Join Us?
Our client is proud to serve their staff with big portions of mouthwatering meals, including pies, pasties, and other heartwarming classics. You will have the chance to be part of an exciting new menu with a 3-week rotation, where your culinary creativity can shine.
- Be part of a supportive and friendly team.
- Opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity and make a real impact.
- Competitive salary with potential for growth.
- Work in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
If you are a motivated and experienced Catering Manager who is ready to take on this exciting role, we want to hear from you!
* Food Hygiene Level 2.
* An Enhanced DBS is required. We CAN assist in obtaining this.
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN TRANSPORT DUE TO LOCATION!
Interested?
Contact Jasmine at BlueArrow on 0117 929 9449
Alternatively, upload your CV below.
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Ready to take the next step in your culinary career?
If you're an ambitious, experienced chef looking to make your mark, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and bring your passion to the kitchen!
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