Chef : Term Time ONLY!

Job Reference: /DB/29-02/1090/8

Job Title: Chef – Term Time ONLY!

Location: TF10 7BD

Site Address: High Street, Newport

Salary: £18,000-£22,000 PA (please note that this salary is for 39 weeks PA and Holidays will need to be taken as per the school’s calendar)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Shift Pattern: 5 over 7 shift patterns, Monday to Friday - 11:00-18:30. Weekends (Split Shift) 08:00-14:00 followed by 16:30-18:30

About Us

We are OCS, global facilities services company on a mission to become the best in the world, by making people and places the best they can be. We have almost 50,000 colleagues in the UK, serving over 2,500 customers across a multitude of sectors that include Commercial, Retail, Transport, Healthcare, Education, and Distribution & Logistics. Our core services include Facilities Management which we deliver to the Private and Public Sectors, Hard Services, Cleaning, Security and Catering.

The services we provide deliver the best experiences, productivity, practices, resilience, and outcomes for colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve. Ultimately, we are in the business of outcomes and our customer’s mission becomes our mission where we stand with them, side by side to overcome their challenges and achieve their goals and objectives.

We’re on a mission to make people and places the best they can be because every individual deserves the best conditions and opportunities to thrive. We hope that this purpose inspires you and if it does, we can’t wait for you to join the mission.

Position Overview:

As a Chef in our Education division, you will be responsible for, preparing, and serving nutritious and appealing meals to students, faculty, and staff. You will work closely with our client to ensure that meals meet the dietary needs and preferences of our diverse student body. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to develop and implement innovative menu ideas that promote healthy eating habits and culinary education.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Contract Manager to develop and execute creative and innovative menus that meet the dietary needs and preferences of our students and staff.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, including cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Ensuring all staff adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, following all health and safety regulations.
• Monitor food costs and inventory levels, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices, continuously improving our culinary offerings.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Chef or similar role in a contract catering or hospitality setting.
• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or level 2 diploma in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent culinary skills, with a passion for creating delicious and visually appealing dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills

Benefits

• Career Development Opportunities
• Variety of Work Environments
• Work-Life Balance
• Employee Benefits
• Opportunities for Creativity
• Win a cash reward monthly in our Food Co Directors Star Award.
• All winners of Food Co Directors Star Award are entered into the Annual Star of the Year Award – Winner receives £1000 holiday vouchers.
• 20% Discount at “The Gym” - 200 sites nationally.
• Discounted Merlin Passes for all employees to enjoy discounts on top attractions.
• Up to 40% Discount on RAC Membership.
• Up to 30% off Microsoft office 360 Packages.
• Wide range of retail discounts.
• Refer a friend scheme with up to £500 of rewards!
• Opportunities for personal and professional development via our Learning & Development platform.
• Career progression within a growing company.
• Access to “WageStream” giving you the ability to track your wages in real time and access 30% if your earned pay instantly.

Business Overview

Academy Catering is part of the OCS Group, one of the Global Leaders in Contract Catering.

We have 3 specialist brands within our catering division, which are:

• Angel Hill
• Academy and
• Groundhouse Coffee

Our catering division provides bespoke catering solutions in every sector and business type. We offer a full range of catering services, including full counter services, coffee & deli bars, hospitality & events. If this sounds like the sort of business you would like to join, then please do not hesitate to get in touch!

How to apply

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