Chef

Job DescriptionWestbury House Preparatory School and NurseryPosition: School Chef Salary: Dependent on experience Contract term: PermanentStart date: January 2025.Place of Work: KT3 5AS, New Malden, Surrey, South West LondonWebsite: www.westburyhouse.surrey.sch.ukWe are currently looking to appoint an experienced and dedicated chef to join us at Westbury House Preparatory School and Nursery.Westbury House Preparatory School and Nursery has a strong family atmosphere and prepares pupils exceptionally well for schools of their choice at age 11+. The site is a small, friendly preparatory school which also includes a thriving nursery that educates boys and girls aged 2 years to 11 years old. It together holds places for up to 120 children. Westbury House Preparatory School and Nursery has a unique and charming atmosphere, seldom found in schools today. The well-equipped playground provides ample space for outdoor learning and play.We are looking for a chef who has experience of running a kitchen provision and working in a team. You will be leading and managing a team including a kitchen assistant. As our Chef you will be responsible for the preparation of meals for our children and staff. Facilities are excellent and our Kitchen is the heart of the school. We provide a balanced and nutritious menu for our children and staff, you will have creative influence on the menu. We are looking for a well-qualified Chef who will has and can complete the following;Estimate food consumption and requisitions or purchases foodstuffs Receive & examines foodstuffs and supplies to make sure quality and quantity meet established standards specificationsSelect and develops recipes based on type of food to be prepared and applying personal knowledge experience in food preparationFollowing all guidelines for food hygiene and health and safetyTake full responsibility for the cleaning of the kitchen.Working within budget guidelinesNVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation. NVQ Level 2 in Food Service; Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate of completion of any training program in cooking, or vocational school Hold a basic food hygiene certificateCan accurately complete the food safety records at the school. Applicants with the following characteristics are sought:Cooking experience within any food establishmentGood understanding of commercial catering operationProficient IT skills for ordering and sending surveys etc. A good understanding of food hygiene and HACCPEnthusiasm, vision, drive, adaptability, and resilienceHigh personal standards, self-motivated and proactiveSuitability to work with childrenFlexible and maintain a sound sense of humourCommitment to continued personal and professional developmentAll staff at Westbury House Preparatory School and Nursery work well together towards the schools shared goals. As a staff member at Westbury House School you will be welcomed and made to feel welcome in our family feel school.We are looking for a chef who has experience in running a kitchen. This role would suit someone looking to move into the education sector. Having prior school experience is not essential but would be looked upon favourably. Staff at Westbury House Preparatory School benefit from;Competitive Salary.Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows.Ongoing coaching from the management team.Childcare fee discount.Annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays increasing with service.Pension scheme.Refer a friend scheme up to £750.Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world.Employee Assistance Programme.To apply, please complete our online application process at https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000594We may close this opportunity early, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.Westbury House Preparatory School and Nursery is a part of Inspired Learning Group and is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).