Overview
Weekend Chef – 11am – 19.00 – Term Time Only – Scarborough, England
Company Description
Why Join us?
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training & development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
About the role:
We are seeking a skilled Weekend Chef to join our team in Scarborough, United Kingdom. This position is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is available to work weekends during term time from 11am to 7pm
Job Description
- .Plan and prepare nutritious and appealing meals for weekend service during term time
- Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
- Manage inventory and place orders for necessary supplies
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain efficient operations
- Adapt menus to accommodate various dietary requirements and allergies
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
- Participate in menu planning and development for future terms
Qualifications
- Culinary degree or equivalent qualification
- Proven experience as a chef, preferably in an educational or institutional setting
- Strong knowledge of food safety practices and current food safety certification
- Expertise in menu planning, food preparation, and presentation
- Proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team
- Understanding of nutritional guidelines for educational institutions
- Experience in managing dietary requirements and allergen concerns
- Flexibility to work weekends and adapt to term-time schedules
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Additional Information
We pride ourselves on:
People first
We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.
Great food, always
Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.
Food education
We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.
Respect in everything we do
Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.
Fresh thinking
New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.
In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.
Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.
This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.
