Cook Manager Catering - Term Time

Nexus Foundation Special School, Tonbridge

Ref:KCC886-7051-180S
Posted:10/07/2017
Pay:KR 7 - £21,510 - £24,472
Start Date:Sep 2017
App Close Date:11/07/2017 at 08:00
Interviews:tbc

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Chef Manager

Salary – depending on experience

KR7 - £21,510 - £24,472 gross per annum (pro-rata)

We are looking to recruit a Chef Manager to join us on a permanent basis as soon as possible. Monday to Friday 8.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.

The role will be term time only i.e. 39 weeks per year (plus an additional 5 weeks paid holiday) however there will be a requirement to work a number of pre-agreed days during the school holidays.

We are looking for an experienced Chef Manager who has a proven track record of leading, motivating and managing teams.

You will have experience of delivering a high quality menu, creating new dishes, working with fresh produce and coming up with fresh and innovative ideas.

The successful applicant will be in charge of contacting suppliers, sourcing and creating new menus and will get the opportunity to really experiment in the kitchen. You will be required to maintain the high standards of food quality and service; ensuring all Health & Safety regulations are followed and food allergy information is displayed appropriately. You will also have responsibility for implementing and managing full health and safety processes and documentation, ensuring stock rotation and stringent labelling. In addition you will need to be flexible, able to multi-task, like a challenge, hands on, a team player and possess a “can do” attitude and excellent customer service skills.

Experience of having worked in a school kitchen environment and catering for those with special dietary requirements would be advantageous.

As well as the kitchen, there is also an in-house Cafe that will be used daily by staff (approximately 100) and visitors.

Please download a job description and person specification.

Should you have any queries please e-mail personnel@ridge-view.kent.sch.uk or telephone 01732 771384.

Ridge View is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. References may be taken up prior to interview.

Interview date to be confirmed.

Information about the school

Nexus : the school where excellence meets opportunity.

Nexus is an ambitious school for children and young people aged 2-19 with profound, severe and complex needs, many of whom have a diagnosis of autism.

With currently 280+ pupils on roll, we continue to expand our provision and pupil numbers providing wonderful opportunities for our teaching and learning with a wide range of staff development routes.

Nexus invests in employing the best staff and in training them to achieve. We strive to engage staff who are self-motivated, professional and ambitious.

Job Contact Information

Name:Karen Collard - Personnel
Address:Upper Haysden Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 8AA
Telephone: 01732 771384
Email: personnel@nexusschool.org.uk

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