Salary £24,294 - £25,979 FTE (pro-rata £16,657 - £17,812)
Queensmead Primary Academy is a vibrant and caring Ofsted rated ‘GOOD’ school filled with wonderful pupils and a committed and enthusiastic team who strive to provide quality experiences to enhance our pupils lives.
‘Pupils are proud of their school’ – Ofsted 2018
We require a hardworking, enthusiastic Chef Manager to be responsible for the safe, effective and efficient operation of all aspects of catering services within our Academy.
The successful applicant will work alongside GAT policies and procedures, to ensure that all catering services are of the highest possible standard. You will be required to manage other catering staff to ensure their compliance, and ensure that stock is ordered in a timely manner.
You must have the following:
- hold a Level 2 Food Safety Certificate and or willing to be trained in NVQ Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality.
- have an understanding of food hygiene regulations.
- have experience of managing a kitchen, including knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and practices.
- be able to lead, motivate and work as part of a team.
- have great organisational skills.
You will be required to cater for the breakfast club and lunchtime period, Monday to Friday, term time only (38 weeks). Uniform and training will be provided. You may be required to attend training and cleaning days, which will be paid as additional hours.
Training and support will be provided from a welcoming and professional team. If you think you have what it takes to work within this role and want to join our amazing team, we look forward to hearing from you!
The role is for 30 hours a week, term time (38 weeks) only therefore this is reflected in the pro rata salary.
In Return:
You can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.
We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
- Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
- Save money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
- A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured
If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.