Kitchen Manager

Manpower is recruiting a Kitchen Manager on behalf of our public sector client.

Location: Exeter

Contract: Temporary until mid June 2024

Job Type: Part time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am - 1 pm (Term time only)

Hourly rate: £12.80 per hour

Start date: Immediate subject to satisfactory written references and enhanced DBS check (Manpower pays for the DBS check)

The role
As a Kitchen Manager you will lead the kitchen. We are looking for a talented individual, who has great cooking skills along with a passion for preparing fresh food from scratch.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day preparation of meals to a high standard within budget
• Order food and materials
• Maintain a hygienic kitchen
• Effectively manage another member of the kitchen staff
• Promote the service to attract the maximum number of children and positively encourage healthy food choices
• Possess knowledge and experience as a Kitchen Manager along with the minimum of NVQ Level 2 in Catering; Level 3 would be preferable
• Have a proven track record of managing teams and controlling catering budgets

Requirements:

• Valid Food Hygiene Certificate - Level 3 or equivalent
• Practical experience of operating a large scale commercial catering kitchen
• Ability to communicate at all levels both verbal and written
• Ability to manage a team effectively
• Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH

What we offer you

• Weekly pay
• 28 days paid annual leave
• Access to the MyPath Programme

How to apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application. Apply now with a current CV for consideration.