Head of Kitchen - Primary School

2 Month Contract | Local Authority

Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Rate: £15.76 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 2 Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Enhanced DBS Required
Food Safety Certificate Required
Pay: Bi-weekly

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Head of Kitchen to spearhead the catering services at a Local Authority primary school in Sutton-in-Ashfield. This role involves managing the kitchen's daily operations, ensuring that nutritious and high-quality meals are consistently provided to students and staff. The position demands adherence to the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer service. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented and proactive catering professional with a background in supervisory roles and a dedication to delivering exceptional school meal services.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and serve meals for students and staff.
  
• Oversee and direct the daily functions of the school kitchen.
  
• Lead and support the catering team effectively.
  
• Ensure meals meet high standards of quality and presentation.
  
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
  
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and safeguarding protocols.
  
• Manage inventory levels and coordinate ordering as necessary.
  
• Oversee food storage and stock rotation practices.
  
• Keep precise records related to food safety and kitchen operations.
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
  
• Optimize kitchen resources and minimize food waste.
  
• Enhance the dining experience for students and staff.
  

Essential

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a supervisory catering role.
  
• Valid Food Safety Certificate.
  
• Enhanced DBS Check.
  
• Capability to lead and inspire a small catering team.
  
• Experience in high-volume meal preparation.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
  
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  
• Ability to work autonomously and exercise initiative.
  
• Dedication to high standards of food quality and customer service.
  
• Dependable, adaptable, and professional demeanor.
  

Desirable

• Experience in a school, educational, or Local Authority catering setting.
  
• Relevant qualifications in catering or professional cookery.
  
• Familiarity with school food standards and nutritional guidelines.
  

What's on Offer?

• £15.76 per hour (Umbrella)
  
• 2 Month Contract
  
• Local Authority School Environment
  
• Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
  
• Food Safety Certificate Required
  
• Enhanced DBS Required
  
• Bi-weekly Pay
  
• Opportunity to lead a dynamic school catering operation.
  
• Supportive and friendly work environment.
  
• A rewarding role contributing to the well-being of students through nutritious, high-quality meals.
  

This position is ideal for individuals with experience as a Head Cook, Kitchen Manager, Catering Supervisor, School Cook, Chef Manager, Catering Manager, Kitchen Supervisor, or Head of Catering.