Chef (Callerton Academy)

An opportunity exists for a suitable individual to work within the Facility Operations as a Chef at Callerton Academy About us: Facility Services and Civic Management work across the city and Gateshead providing building cleaning, caretaking, school meals and welfare catering services. We have a large team of Cleaners, Cleaner Supervisors, Facility Supervisors (Caretakers), Catering Assistants, Assistant Chefs and Chefs working various hours and shifts in schools and public buildings.

We are currently looking for a reliable and friendly person with a positive attitude to join our team as a Chef. It is essential you hold a minimum NVQ level 2 in Food Processing and Cooking or equivalent. You must also have a minimum of 3 years' experience of working within a busy catering environment.,

• Has a Level 2 in Food Processing and Cooking (or equivalent)
• Has experience of supervision or leadership of a team
• Can manage and motivate others
• Can deliver high standards of meal production and service
• Can demonstrate good relationships with stakeholders
• Is self-motivated and able to work to fixed deadlines
• Can demonstrate high standards of customer service
• Can develop and introduce new ideas for menus and foodservice
• Has strong interpersonal skills and is positive, innovative and solution focused
• Has experience of working in a catering environment
  
  Our service is committed to delivering a high standard of service to our customers and in doing so investing in our staff and staff development.
What we offer:
• Competitive hourly rates of pay
• Up to 29 days annual leave per annum (pro rata for part time staff).
• Paid DBS as well as paid induction and training
• Full uniform and equipment provided at no cost to you
• Full training and opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle2work scheme
• Access to a salary sacrifice car lease and home electronics scheme.
• Weekend, bank holiday and unsociable hours pay enhancement
• Full employee support package including access to a free confidential Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff offers and discounts including discounts on travel passes and leisure.