Chef/Catering Manager
Job Details
Reporting to: Vice Principal- Business and Community
Start date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent
Hours:7am until 3:30pm
Note: Please note, applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis so prompt application is advised.
About the role
Our academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Chef/Catering Manager who shares our commitment to making a positive impact on our students’ lives through nutritious and delicious meals.
In this role, you will lead our catering team in the creation and delivery of high-quality, healthy, and appealing meals that meet the diverse dietary needs of our students and staff. Your culinary expertise and managerial skills will ensure the efficient and smooth operation of our kitchen, while your enthusiasm and creativity will foster a culture of appreciation for good food and healthy eating within our academy community.
- Right to work in the UK
- Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety
- NVQ or City & Guilds in Professional Cookery
- Diploma in Culinary Arts (desirable)
- First Aid (desirable)
- Passion and Belief: Genuine passion for and belief in the mission and the Academy Culture Pyramid.
- Flexibility and Optimism: Operates with a spirit of flexibility and optimism for opportunity.
- Solution-Focused Attitude: Solution-focused with a can-do attitude.
- Interpersonal Skills: Personable, helpful, approachable, and positive, with the ability to stay calm and diplomatic under pressure.
- Professional Communication: Professional etiquette in all forms of communication.
- Interpersonal Skills with Children and Adults: Excellent interpersonal skills with both children and adults.
- Adaptability: Able to take direction as well as initiative when required.
- Creative and Curious: Creative, curious, with a can-do approach and a growth mindset.
- Attention to Detail: Exacting standards and a keen eye for detail.
- Desire for Growth: Keen to learn and further develop skills and knowledge.
Qualifications
- Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
- Twice as many training days as standard.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
- Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
- Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark here.
Benefits
We are a mixed all-through school that caters for children from nursery age through to sixth form. We have the highest aspirations for all our children to ensure they are prepared for university and inspired to be leaders in their community. We offer our students a first-class education based on high quality teaching and experiences outside of the classroom.
Our school was recognised by the Government in its Parliamentary Review as an example of good practice in education and we are ranked in the top 10% of schools nationally. All of our sixth form students received a university offer with 73% of those being a top 3rd university.
We pride ourselves on the relationships our staff have with our students, caring for them throughout their education. We also work closely with families to ensure that all our students are committed to learning and develop the character necessary to take advantage of all the opportunities we provide.
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.
Safeguarding statement:
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.
Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
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