Job DescriptionJob Role - Head ChefLocation - AscotSalary - £40,000Job OverviewJoin Our Team as a Head Chef - Make an Impact Every Day* Days/Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days* Working Hours: 7am - 3.30pm / 11.30am - 8pm* Total Hours Per Week: 40 hours* Salary: £38,000 - £40,000, with excellent benefits Parking* Uniform provided* Training provided* All meals whilst on shiftAre you a passionate and experienced chef ready to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a prestigious educational setting? We''re seeking a talented Head Chef to take the reins of its culinary operation, delivering high-quality meals for pupils and staff, as well as managing hospitality and catering events to an exceptional standard. This is a rare opportunity to shape menus, mentor a team, and work collaboratively with senior leadership in a role that balances creativity, responsibility, and purpose-supporting both wellbeing and education through food.What you''ll do:* Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are always of the highest quality.* Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation.* Working with the Group Head Chef to provide effective financial control of food.* Ensure planning, costing and implementation of all menus, ensuring all menus are balanced, provide variety and seasonality, exhibit innovation and current trends and are financially robust.* To support Group Head Chef with interview, recruitment, induction and manage staff accordingly.* To ensure that all food is prepared with due care and attention, particularly regarding special dietary requirements, allergens and shelf life.* To carry out planning, ordering and implementation of core feeding and functions in the absence of Executive Group Head Chef.For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What you bring:* Experienced head chef who has led and operated in a client facing environment* NVQ chef qualifications, or equivalent* Ownership and accountability of the role and that of their team.* Computer literate* Ability to work efficiently and competently in a busy environment.* Excellent time management and organisational skills* Able to demonstrate positive attitude to self-development, willingness to learn in the role and identify own training needs.* High level of self-motivation and recognition of a flexible approach to the role.* Strong leadership skills to motivate, communicate and all elements to lead a team.* Strong ability to undertake all appropriate training to further both skill and knowledge within the role held.

What we offer:Working with us is more than a job; it''s a chance to be part of something greater. You''ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you''ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you''ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:* Mental Health Support: Unlimited access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing.* Employee Assistance: Access to support for everyday challenges, including legal and financial advice.* Health and Wellbeing App: Enjoy a free app with rewards for healthy living, plus 24/7 virtual GP access.* Death in Service Benefit: Protection for your loved ones in the event of your passing while employed.* Career Development: Opportunities for growth through a variety of learning and development tools.* Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote a healthier lifestyle while helping the environment.* Volunteering Opportunities: Engage in meaningful community support initiatives.* Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with competitive compensation.We''re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We''re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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