Chef

Are you a passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role in a unique residential setting?

We are seeking an experienced Chef to join a catering team at a busy residential school activity centre. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your culinary skills with a role that helps create memorable experiences for children and young people.

Working within a fast-paced hospitality environment, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals whilst maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, hygiene and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious, high-quality meals for large groups

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, allergen management and HACCP procedures

• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene

• Support stock management, food ordering and waste control initiatives

• Assist in the supervision and development of kitchen team members

• Cater for a variety of dietary and medical requirements

• Ensure food presentation and service standards remain consistently high

• Support the wider operation of the residential centre when required

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Previous experience working in a high-volume catering environment

• Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering

• Strong knowledge of allergen management and food safety procedures

• Excellent customer service skills

• Strong organisational and time management abilities

• Good IT skills, including email and basic Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable:

• Experience working with children and young people

• Previous supervisory experience within a catering environment

• Experience in a residential, education or hospitality setting

Additional Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check required (or willingness to obtain one)

• Full UK driving licence preferred due to the location of the centre

• Flexibility to support the needs of a residential operation

What's On Offer?

• Salary up to 32,083 DOE and live in requirements

• Live-in accommodation available

• Meals whilst on duty

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• A supportive and friendly team environment

• The opportunity to work in a rewarding setting where no two days are the same

If you're a passionate Chef who takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service and would like to work in a unique residential school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your catering career.

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