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Chef - Full Time - Reading
£26,000 - £29,000 p/annum
Do you have experience working in hospitality or catering? Do you want to work in an inclusive, rewarding environment?
A fantastic school in Reading are looking to welcome a Chef to their team this term, to provide catering services for their students and staff on a term time basis!
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and deliver meal and snack plans tailored to the dietary and sensory needs of young people
- Ensure meals are varied, balanced, and cost-effective, while being enjoyable for the young people
- Lead and motivate kitchen staff, fostering high performance and engagement
- Communicate clearly regarding the ordering, preparation, and delivery of food
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, food hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
- Manage inventory, stock rotation, and accurate record-keeping of food supplies
- Oversee special functions or events as needed, including out-of-hours catering
- Work closely with the Business Manager to ensure best practices are followed
- Support and collaborate with education and support staff to build young people's cooking skills
- Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations and health and safety standards
- Previous experience in kitchen management, ideally in a care or educational setting
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Knowledge of dietary requirements, allergen awareness, and food safety standards
- Ability to work under pressure and handle administrative duties effectively
- Creativity in menu planning and cost management
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- A supportive, inclusive work environment
Apply Now!
If you're based locally and are looking for an inclusive, rewarding environment to work in, look no further! Please APPLY TODAY to find out more!
