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Chef & Dessert Specialist Work Location: Scarisbrick Hall School Salary: Competitive Contract Type: Permanent Position Type: Full Time, Term Time Plus 4 Weeks (School Holidays) Reports to: Catering & Events Manager Hours of Work 40 hours per week, Flexible, typically between 11:00am and 7:00pm, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to adjust working hours when required to support school events, functions, operational needs, or staff absences. This may include working earlier shifts and additional hours on occasion. About the Role Scarisbrick Hall School is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and adaptable Chef & Dessert Specialist to join our catering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef who enjoys creating high-quality desserts, baked goods and pastries while also playing a key role in the preparation, cooking and service of the school's wider food offering. Working closely with the Head Chef and catering team, you will contribute to all areas of food production, helping to deliver exceptional meals and dining experiences for pupils, staff, parents and visitors. The successful candidate will be a flexible team player who is willing to support colleagues across all kitchen operations and actively contribute to the ongoing development of our catering provision. Key Responsibilities Food Production & Service Support the preparation, cooking and service of main meals, hospitality catering and special event menus. Prepare, cook and present a variety of high-quality desserts, cakes, pastries and bakery products. Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and wider catering team to develop innovative menus, seasonal dishes and new food concepts. Contribute ideas that enhance the overall dining experience and support the school's catering vision. Ensure all food is produced and presented to a consistently high standard. Prepare food to meet dietary, nutritional and allergen requirements, including allergen-friendly alternatives where necessary. Support healthy eating initiatives through the provision of balanced and nutritious menu options. Maintain efficient workflow during service periods and assist colleagues across all kitchen sections as required. Support catering for school events, functions, open days, hospitality and special occasions. Plan and coordinate workload to maximise the efficient use of kitchen equipment, ovens, preparation areas and production capacity throughout the working day. Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and wider catering team to schedule production effectively, ensuring equipment and resources are utilised to their full potential while maintaining food quality and service standards. Demonstrate flexibility by adapting production plans to support changing operational requirements, helping the kitchen team maintain efficiency during busy service periods, events and functions. Team Contribution Work as an integral member of the catering team, providing support wherever required. Demonstrate flexibility by assisting with different areas of food production depending on operational needs. Help create a positive, supportive and professional kitchen culture. Support the training and development of colleagues where appropriate. Stock Control & Cost Management Use food stock efficiently and minimise waste through effective planning and stock rotation. Support stock management procedures, deliveries and routine stock takes. Follow recipes, specifications and portion controls to maintain quality and manage food costs. Report stock issues and equipment concerns promptly. Standards, Compliance & Safety Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen and food preparation areas. Ensure compliance with all food safety, allergen, health and safety, COSHH and fire regulations. Follow HACCP procedures and school catering policies. Maintain strict controls to prevent cross-contamination and support best practice in allergen management. Complete production records and monitoring documentation accurately. Additional Duties Undertake any reasonable duties requested by the Head Chef or Catering & Events Manager. Attend training courses, team meetings and professional development activities as required. Support school events and catering functions outside normal operating requirements when necessary. Promote and safeguard the welfare and wellbeing of pupils in accordance with school policies. Person Specification Qualifications Professional Cookery, Catering or Hospitality Qualification - Desirable Level 2 Food Safety Certificate - Desirable Experience Previous experience working as a Chef, Sous Chef, Cook or Catering Professional - Essential Experience producing desserts, bakery and pastry items - Essential Experience working within a high-volume catering environment - Essential Experience within schools, education, hospitality or contract catering - Desirable Skills, Abilities & Personal Qualities Strong culinary skills covering both savoury and dessert production - Essential Passion for high-quality food and excellent presentation standards - Essential Ability to work effectively within a busy team environment - Essential Flexible and adaptable approach to work - Essential Strong organisational and time management skills - Essential Ability to work independently and use initiative - Essential Positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues - Essential Excellent communication and customer service skills - Essential Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines - Essential Creativity and enthusiasm for menu development and food innovation - Desirable High levels of attention to detail and consistency - Essential Other Requirements Commitment to continuous professional development - Essential Sound understanding of allergen management and food safety practices - Essential Willingness to support school events and occasional additional operational requirements - Essential Safeguarding Scarisbrick Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all other safer recruitment requirements. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV together with a brief covering email outlining your suitability for the role. TPBN1_UKCT

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