Chef (Stocksfield Primary)
Chef - 30 Hours per Week
Stockfield Primary School NE5 2DQ
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Chef to lead the catering service at Stockfield Primary School.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high-quality meal service for approximately 300 pupils each day, supported by a team of five Catering Assistants.
About the Role:
As Chef, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared and served to a high standard while maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and health and safety practices.
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience working in a busy catering environment.
Can lead, motivate, and support a team of five Catering Assistants.
Is organised, reliable, and able to work independently.
Has a passion for delivering high-quality meals and excellent customer service.
Is flexible with working hours to meet the needs of the service.
Development Opportunity
This role is ideal for someone looking to progress their career within Newcastle City Council Catering Services. Full training, mentoring, and ongoing support will be provided, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge and explore future progression opportunities within the service.
If you are committed, adaptable, and looking for the next step in your catering career, we would love to hear from you.
About us:
Facility Services and Civic Management work across the city and Gateshead providing building cleaning, caretaking, school meals and welfare catering services.
We have a large team of cleaners, cleaner supervisors, facility supervisors (caretakers), catering assistants, assistant chefs and chefs working various hours and shifts in schools and public buildings.
Our service is committed to delivering a high standard of service to our customers and in doing so investing in our staff and staff development.
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
This post is working in regulated activity. If you are successful, we will undertake additional recruitment checks which will include a DBS check (Data and Barring System) to see if you have had any criminal convictions, a check of police information and we will check the barred list(s). It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.
In order to complete a DBS check you will have to provide us with ID documents to allow us to process your checks. Please make sure you check the list of acceptable ID attached to this advert. You will not be able to start this role without a DBS and you cannot complete a DBS without the relevant ID so this is essential.
What we offer:
INTERESTED?
Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents.
Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.
If you would like to discuss this post please call Angela Currie on 07974687782..
Stockfield Primary School NE5 2DQ
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Chef to lead the catering service at Stockfield Primary School.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high-quality meal service for approximately 300 pupils each day, supported by a team of five Catering Assistants.
About the Role:
As Chef, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared and served to a high standard while maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and health and safety practices.
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience working in a busy catering environment.
Can lead, motivate, and support a team of five Catering Assistants.
Is organised, reliable, and able to work independently.
Has a passion for delivering high-quality meals and excellent customer service.
Is flexible with working hours to meet the needs of the service.
Development Opportunity
This role is ideal for someone looking to progress their career within Newcastle City Council Catering Services. Full training, mentoring, and ongoing support will be provided, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge and explore future progression opportunities within the service.
If you are committed, adaptable, and looking for the next step in your catering career, we would love to hear from you.
About us:
Facility Services and Civic Management work across the city and Gateshead providing building cleaning, caretaking, school meals and welfare catering services.
We have a large team of cleaners, cleaner supervisors, facility supervisors (caretakers), catering assistants, assistant chefs and chefs working various hours and shifts in schools and public buildings.
Our service is committed to delivering a high standard of service to our customers and in doing so investing in our staff and staff development.
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
This post is working in regulated activity. If you are successful, we will undertake additional recruitment checks which will include a DBS check (Data and Barring System) to see if you have had any criminal convictions, a check of police information and we will check the barred list(s). It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.
In order to complete a DBS check you will have to provide us with ID documents to allow us to process your checks. Please make sure you check the list of acceptable ID attached to this advert. You will not be able to start this role without a DBS and you cannot complete a DBS without the relevant ID so this is essential.
What we offer:
- Competitive hourly rates of pay
- Up to 29 days annual leave per annum (pro rata for part time staff)
- Paid DBS as well as paid induction and training
- Full uniform and equipment provided at no cost to you
- Full training and opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career
- Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle2work scheme
- Access to a salary sacrifice car lease and home electronics scheme.
- Weekend, bank holiday and unsociable hours pay enhancement
- Full employee support package including access to a free confidential Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff offers and discounts including discounts on travel passes and leisure.
INTERESTED?
Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents.
Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.
If you would like to discuss this post please call Angela Currie on 07974687782..
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Salary range
- £30,023 - £32,046 per year