Executive Chef
St Peter's 13-18
York
- Expired
- Salary:
- £34,000 - £36,000
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 14 November 2019
Job overview
St Peter’s School, York, is a dynamic, forward-looking HMC independent school for day and boarding pupils based a few minutes’ walk from the historic centre of York. The School is fully co-educational with 1,150 pupils, of whom 130 are full time boarders and 250 are in the Sixth Form. There are over 300 teaching and support staff.
We are seeking to appoint a new position of Executive Chef to drive our catering provision to new and higher levels through innovation and change. The role will deputise for and support the General Catering Manager in ensuring the Catering Department is run to the highest professional standard, delivering a service that meets customer expectations, food and hygiene standards and financial targets.
The School provides breakfast, lunch and dinner across the week during term time, together with a wide range of hospitality events for VIPs, visitors and parents. We also cater for a busy summer lets programme and prestigious functions including weddings and corporate dinners that showcase the School and its extensive facilities, throughout the year.
The successful candidate needs to have a sound knowledge of food development and craft-based training. They will have a proven culinary background and experience of team development. With substantial current experience in a similar high-profile position in business and industry, a hotel or educational setting, you must be highly motivated, dedicated, lead by example and enjoy working in a busy high-pressured environment.
To apply for this post, please submit a full CV with covering letter detailing your qualifications and experience to date and stating why you think you are suitable for this post. CVs should be sent to:
Mr Paul Hewitt, Human Resources Manager, St Peter’s School, York, YO30 6AB
Email: p.hewitt@stpetersyork.org.uk
For an informal discussion about the post, please call Mr Craig Robinson, General Catering Manager on 01904 527364.
For further details visit www.stpetersyork.org.uk/vacancies.
Closing date: Thursday 14th November at 10.00 a.m.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to checks by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post holder will be required to take care to safeguard their own safety and that of others with whom they work and to co-operate with those designated with responsibility for health and safety.
Registered Charity Number: 1141329
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About St Peter's 13-18
St Peter’s School, for children aged 13 to 18 years, is underpinned by academic rigour and challenge. Through outstanding teaching, first rate facilities, high expectations and sheer determination on the part of its pupils, St Peter’s achieves considerable success across a broad curriculum.
The four vibrant and successful boarding houses for boys and girls lend vitality to the pastoral life of the School. Inspiration from living in close proximity to a cultured and historic city adds further richness to the pupils’ lives. The Ofsted inspection of Boarding in December 2010 found the School’s provision to be Outstanding.
The School Chapel stands at the centre of the campus and regular services (three mornings a week) give pupils and staff the opportunity to reflect together on the spiritual values of the community and on the meaning and significance of what is happening locally, nationally and globally.
Music, Art and Drama are central to the cultural and academic depth of the School. The Sports programme is extensive, providing a wide range of choice for both girls and boys. Results are excellent, and St Peter’s pupils’ co-curricular achievements are considerable. The excellence of the teaching and facilities allows pupils to thrive.
The school’s website can be visited at www.stpetersyork.org.uk. The most recent inspection report is available on the ISI website.
St Peter's School, York, offers outstanding education for children aged 2-18. Visit the School website to find out more about St Peter's 2-8 and St Peter's 8-13.
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