Chef
Students and staff at National Star love their food which is why working as Chef at our charity is such a rewarding role.
Job details
Salary
£13.86 Weekday & £17.33 at Weekends
Role type
Full Time, All Year Post
Hours of work
40 Hours / 52 Weeks
Location
Ullenwood
Contract type
Permanent
Contract
All year post
Closing date
02/09/2024
Interview date
Interviews will be held during the course of the advertisement - please apply early.
Job description
Students and staff at National Star love their food which is why working as Chef at our charity is such a rewarding role.
You’ll be creating healthy and nutritious meals for students and staff. The role is interesting and varied and will include following the planned menu and producing high quality freshly prepared food for lunch and tea so experience of cooking in a commercial, educational or care setting would be an advantage.
Students have different dietary requirements and it would be up to you to ensure that they are met and that portion sizes are appropriate. Knowledge of special diets would help you to hit the ground running in this role.
We’d be looking to you to ensure food stocks are rotated and that waste is minimised through the cost efficient ordering of supplies. You will be expected to order food and supplies and have knowledge of budgeting and lead a committed team of kitchen staff.
We currently hold a 5* food hygiene rating and it goes without saying that you would ensure that excellent standards of hygiene and cleanliness are adhered to at all times. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential
Our chefs work 8 hour day shifts only usually between the hours of 8 am – 6 pm. Full time roles are a total of 40 hours a week over 5 days, including every 2nd or 3rd weekend depending on staffing levels .
There may be occasions when you will be expected to work at our residences in Cheltenham and Gloucester to cover holidays or periods of sickness
If you are looking for a rewarding Chef role where you will genuinely make a difference to a group of young people with big ambitions to make the most of their lives, join our team!
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About us
National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
How we will reward you
Our Golden Hello
It’s motivating to feel valued at work. That’s why all new staff will receive a ‘Golden Hello’ up to the value of £250 for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time employees) upon successful completion of their probation.
Staff benefits
Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme - theory and practical
Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site Monday to Friday.
Award-winning training
Use of fitness suite and swimming pool and staff clubs.
Westfield medical cover
Life insurance cover
Employee helpline
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more