Chef

Job Title: Chef 

 To support a high standard dining experience in a fast-paced environment, you will provide appetising, nutritious meals and excellent customer service, ensuring catering provision consistently meets standards and safety procedures. You’ll be creating unforgettable learning and adventure experiences that make a real difference to the lives of young people.

Responsibilities

To ensure that food preparation and service meets all regulation and policy regarding health & safety, food safety / HACCP, allergen management, and PGL Standards

• Adhere to procedures for storing, preparing, cooking, and serving food, including labelling, temperature checks, and allergy management.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, following cleaning schedules and identifying improvements.

• Accurately complete due diligence records, taking corrective actions when necessary to ensure food safety.

• Operate according to standard operating procedures, HACCP plan, Safe Systems of Work, and health & safety training to maintain a safe environment.

• Ensure meal preparation and stocking meet anticipated volumes, maintaining appetising offerings.

• Maintain consistency in food preparation, cooking, and presentation throughout shifts.

• Provide suitable provisions for those with specific medical dietary needs, overseeing all aspects of food delivery and cleanliness.

• Conduct pre-shift briefings for colleagues, addressing dish details, portion sizes, allergens, and dietary requests, while actively monitoring food quality and addressing any issues during service.

• Take control of stock management during shifts and prepare food according to production plans and guidance from management, focusing on waste and cost control.

• Utilise Nutritics recipe management software for recipe scaling and understand safe methods for food chilling, reheating, or repurposing to minimise waste.

• Maintain equipment and uphold a healthy, safe working environment, delegating tasks effectively to meet departmental requirements and addressing any issues promptly. 

• Work with Catering Management to ensure accurate reporting of medical dietary needs and implement post-audit action plans.

• Serve as a positive role model for catering assistants, continually seeking personal development and applying learned skills to enhance centre operations.

• Participate in the management of the catering department by attending meetings, fulfilling duties as directed, and dealing effectively with emergencies. Assist with centre specific duties associated with a children’s residential activity centre

• Contribute at a senior level to the overall operation of a residential activity centre, handling guest and colleague queries, emergencies, and providing assistance across departments and other centres as needed. 

Benefits : 

•  20 days annual leave (+ 8 bank hols), you’ll also enjoy your birthday off, have paid volunteering days to help worthwhile causes and the option to purchase additional holiday. 
• A career with ongoing growth, aided development, mentoring, multiple pathways and opportunities to work across different UK or French locations. 
• 24/7 access to our Wellbeing Hub alongside our Employee Assistance Program  
• Sector leading family friendly policies and a contributory pension 
• Access to our financial wellbeing platform where you can borrow or save directly from your salary. 
• Free/discounted breaks for your family & discounts at 800+ retailers.