Head Chef

Reed Business School is an established tuition provider with a long history of delivering excellent results, based on over 50 years in the business. Working as part of a team the Head Chef role is responsible for managing all aspects of the catering departing including managing a team to provide a reliable and high level of service to meet the business needs and providing culinary duties including creating varied menus, placing orders, and producing a range of quality and healthy meals for Reed Business School delegates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and nurture the catering team
• Regularly review suppliers to obtain good value procurement and quality produce
• Create inspiring, nutritious and varied menus
• Prepare food to a high standard, meeting planned course meal break deadlines appropriate for the scheduled catering numbers
• Oversee, check deliveries and sign off invoices
• Oversee and manage hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen
• Manage catering equipment and seek quotations for repairs/renewals
• Ensure compliance with applicable health and hygiene codes and regulations
• Plan and execute special events as required for the business

Key Skills and Experience

• Minimum 12 months relevant experience
• Formal culinary training
• Food and hygiene qualification
• Experience managing a team
• Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints
• Flexible to meet alternative dietary requirements
• Knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients

Benefits

• Stunning converted 15th Century Manor setting
• Free lunch provided by our on-site catering teams
• Flexible holiday scheme
• Paid time off to move home
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced family leave benefits
• Insurance benefits including life assurance
• Love Mondays events
• Discount scheme including gyms and popular retailers
• Range of wellbeing and mental health support avenues