School Chef (Maternity Cover) at Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
Expired
Expired
Job Reference #
EDV/2024/MESR/56558
Location
Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SL
Contract Type
Maternity Cover
Contract Term
Part-Time
Salary
£29,269.00 - £33,024.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual Salary is £25,287 - £28,530
Closing Date
Midnight, 10th May 2024
Start Date
ASAP
Positions Available
1
Positions Available 1
Interview Date(s)
TBC
Interview Date(s) TBC
About this Role
Maiden Erlegh Trust operates an in-house catering function, delivering high quality and nutritious food to students within our schools. Working under the direction of the Trust catering manager, the school chef would support in the creation of, and manage the delivery of, the menu based on the needs of the local setting.
By providing excellent care and services to students, the successful candidate will support to grow the catering operations of this brand-new school and will work with the wider Trust to implement its sustainability objectives relating to catering operations.
We are looking for staff who are willing to be flexible to support the needs of students, and other stakeholders, and to meet the operational needs of the school. This will provide excellent opportunities for staff to develop new skills and gain experience in a variety of areas.
The successful candidate will be:
- Responsible for preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our staff and students.
- Able to oversee and implement menu changes.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities to improve our food services and customer experience.
- Confident working in a busy kitchen and possess prior experience supervising staff.
- Able to professionally lead the school-based catering team.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience in producing food of a high quality.
- Previous catering experience, preferably within a School, high volume restaurants or contract catering environment.
- A current level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen certificate.
- Experience of the Food standards and H&S requirements of a school catering setting.
- Line management experience.
- The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with children.
- A high level of professionalism, with respect for others, and a positive attitude towards the day to day workload.
The school will be a part of the successful Maiden Erlegh Trust who currently operate eight other schools in Berkshire and South Oxfordshire. The Trust has a reputation for driving high standards and excellence in all its schools, with a strong track record of outcomes and improving OFSTED grading.
Our People Development Curriculum provides professional development pathways for every role within the Trust, both teaching and support staff, through which staff can tailor CPD to their own needs.
We have a proven track record of supporting ambitious staff in to middle and senior leadership posts and can offer opportunities to broaden your impact on the sector through the work of the Maiden Erlegh Institute. We are very happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working and job-sharing.
Benefits
Further information about some of the staff benefits that Maiden Erlegh Trust offers its employees, can be found on our website HERE.
Staff Wellbeing is very important to us. As a staff member of Maiden Erlegh Trust these are just some of the examples of how we show our appreciation to staff.
- We operate a system of ‘ME days’ allowing staff to request an additional day off per year to attend special events such as children’s sports days and graduations, family and friends' weddings.
- CPD is available for all staff at all levels.
- Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff.
- Free eye tests are provided for eligible staff.
- Breakfast and lunch provided for staff regularly, including on many INSET days and as a thank you throughout the year.
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for our students, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for a more detailed discussion, if required.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references.
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as the Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
Related Documents
Contact Details
Amanda Rosser
0118 296 6020
a.rosser@maidenerleghtrust.org
Actual Salary is £25,287 - £28,530
About this Role
Maiden Erlegh Trust operates an in-house catering function, delivering high quality and nutritious food to students within our schools. Working under the direction of the Trust catering manager, the school chef would support in the creation of, and manage the delivery of, the menu based on the needs of the local setting.
By providing excellent care and services to students, the successful candidate will support to grow the catering operations of this brand-new school and will work with the wider Trust to implement its sustainability objectives relating to catering operations.
We are looking for staff who are willing to be flexible to support the needs of students, and other stakeholders, and to meet the operational needs of the school. This will provide excellent opportunities for staff to develop new skills and gain experience in a variety of areas.
The successful candidate will be:
- Responsible for preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our staff and students.
- Able to oversee and implement menu changes.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities to improve our food services and customer experience.
- Confident working in a busy kitchen and possess prior experience supervising staff.
- Able to professionally lead the school-based catering team.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience in producing food of a high quality.
- Previous catering experience, preferably within a School, high volume restaurants or contract catering environment.
- A current level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen certificate.
- Experience of the Food standards and H&S requirements of a school catering setting.
- Line management experience.
- The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with children.
- A high level of professionalism, with respect for others, and a positive attitude towards the day to day workload.
The school will be a part of the successful Maiden Erlegh Trust who currently operate eight other schools in Berkshire and South Oxfordshire. The Trust has a reputation for driving high standards and excellence in all its schools, with a strong track record of outcomes and improving OFSTED grading.
Our People Development Curriculum provides professional development pathways for every role within the Trust, both teaching and support staff, through which staff can tailor CPD to their own needs.
We have a proven track record of supporting ambitious staff in to middle and senior leadership posts and can offer opportunities to broaden your impact on the sector through the work of the Maiden Erlegh Institute. We are very happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working and job-sharing.
Benefits
Further information about some of the staff benefits that Maiden Erlegh Trust offers its employees, can be found on our website HERE.
Staff Wellbeing is very important to us. As a staff member of Maiden Erlegh Trust these are just some of the examples of how we show our appreciation to staff.
- We operate a system of ‘ME days’ allowing staff to request an additional day off per year to attend special events such as children’s sports days and graduations, family and friends' weddings.
- CPD is available for all staff at all levels.
- Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff.
- Free eye tests are provided for eligible staff.
- Breakfast and lunch provided for staff regularly, including on many INSET days and as a thank you throughout the year.
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for our students, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for a more detailed discussion, if required.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references.
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as the Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
Related Documents
Contact Details
Amanda Rosser
0118 296 6020
a.rosser@maidenerleghtrust.org
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
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