School Chef - Reading

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 is 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:

1. Develop and deliver meal and snack plans tailored to the dietary and sensory needs of young people
2. Ensure meals are varied, balanced, and cost-effective, while being enjoyable for the young people
3. Lead and motivate kitchen staff, fostering high performance and engagement
4. Communicate clearly regarding the ordering, preparation, and delivery of food
5. Maintain high standards of health, safety, food hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
6. Manage inventory, stock rotation, and accurate record-keeping of food supplies
7. Oversee special functions or events as needed, including out-of-hours catering
8. Work closely with the Business Manager to ensure best practices are followed
9. Support and collaborate with education and support staff to build young people’s cooking skills
10. Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations and health and safety standards

Skills & Experience:

1. Previous experience in kitchen management, ideally in a care or educational setting
2. Strong leadership and team management skills
3. Knowledge of dietary requirements, allergen awareness, and food safety standards
4. Ability to work under pressure and handle administrative duties effectively
5. Creativity in menu planning and cost management
6. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Benefits:

1. Training and development opportunities
2. Competitive salary and benefits package
3. 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!