Chef/Kitchen Manager

• Chef, Kitchen Manager
• Gidea Park Preparatory School
• Salary- Up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Full time 40 hours Mon to Fri
• September 2023 start

We are currently looking to appoint an experienced and dedicated chef to join us at Gidea Park Preparatory School.

Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery is an independent, co-educational day school for children aged 2 to 11, where pupils get the best start possible and learn in a happy and secure environment. Founded in 1917, we have been educating, nurturing and challenging children for over 100 years. Children are at the heart of everything we do; our small classes and school environment truly allow us to know our pupils as individuals and to tailor our teaching and curriculum accordingly. We have high expectations for our pupil’s academic progress and personal development and work closely with our parents to ensure that all our pupils get the very most from their time with us.

We are looking for a chef who has experience of running a kitchen provision and working in a team. You will be leading and managing a team including 3 assistants. As our Chef you will be responsible for the preparation of meals for our children and staff. Facilities are excellent and our Kitchen is the heart of the school. We provide a balanced and nutritious menu for our children and staff, you will have creative influence on the menu.

We are looking for a well-qualified Chef who will has and can complete the following;

• Estimate food consumption and requisitions or purchases foodstuffs
• Receive & examines foodstuffs and supplies to make sure quality and quantity meet established standards specifications
• Select and develops recipes based on type of food to be prepared and applying personal knowledge experience in food preparation
• Following all guidelines for food hygiene and health and safety
• Take full responsibility for the cleaning of the kitchen.
• Working within budget guidelines
• NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation.
• NVQ Level 2 in Food Service; Intermediate Food Hygiene
• Certificate of completion of any training program in cooking, or vocational school
• Hold a basic food hygiene certificate

Applicants with the following characteristics are sought:

• Cooking experience within any food establishment
• Good understanding of commercial catering operation
• A good understanding of food hygiene and HACCP
• Enthusiasm, vision, drive, adaptability, and resilience
• High personal standards, self-motivated and proactive
• Suitability to work with children
• Flexible and maintain a sound sense of humour
• Commitment to continued personal and professional development

All staff at Gidea Park Preparatory School work well together towards the schools shared goals. As a staff member at Gidea Park Preparatory School you will be welcomed and made to feel welcome in our family feel school.

We are looking for a chef who has experience in running a kitchen. This role would suit someone looking to move into the education sector. Having prior school experience is not essential but would be looked upon favourably.

Staff at Gidea Park Preparatory School benefit from;

• Competitive Salary.
• Staff Parking
• Annual salary review.
• Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows.
• Ongoing coaching from the management team.
• Childcare fee discount.
• Annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays increasing with service.
• Pension scheme.
• Refer a friend scheme up to £750.
• Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

To apply, please complete our online application process at https://www.inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk/vacancies

We may close this opportunity early, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).