Job Description

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21 hours a week

Start date: 6th January

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, highly skilled, experienced and self-motivated Deputy Catering Manager. Our new colleague will be willing to support the Catering Manager lead the effective provision of catering resources, including cooking and preparing food from fresh produce.

Main purpose of the job:

To work with the Catering Manager and deputise in their absence. Supporting the preparation, cooking of all menu dishes. Assist in the general cleaning of the kitchen and maintaining high standards of hygiene. Work with Catering Manager with menu plans and promotions in accordance with Food Handling and Hygiene Regulations.

· Assists our Catering Manager to plan menus, set prices and achieve and maintain budgeted food cost

· Assist with all food preparation and cooking

· Preparation of all light foodstuffs, snacks and beverages

· Prepare counter to the standards required by the Catering Manager

· Prepares dishes and participates in all other activities taking place in the kitchen

· Ensure daily knowledge of the food to be served, together with portions and prices.

· Ensures that dishes are produced to the required standards of quality and attractiveness before serving

· Assist with cleaning all aspects of kitchen areas and store rooms.

· Complies with Statutory and company regulations concerning the hygiene and safety of staff, food and equipment

· As and when required by the Catering Manager, carries out additional task concerned with the operation of the kitchens

· Assists in the preparation and cooking of food for special functions and 'theme days'

· To ensure that all policies and procedures are communicated to the team and adhered to including health and safety

Experience of a similar environment would be an advantage but being passionate about good, freshly prepared wholesome food and enjoying working with children is paramount.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to two references and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Visits to the school are most welcome. Please telephone the school office to make an appointment.