AddressSalary: NJC Grade D - £24,702 - £26,421 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen at our vibrant primary school at Ashleigh. We are looking for a talented individual, who has great cooking skills along with a passion for preparing fresh food from scratch.
Successful candidates will:
- 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
Ashleigh is proud to offer an excellent education for all within a framework of our core values and ethos; put simply, we want our children to grow up to become confident, loving and responsible citizens.
Our vision statement encapsulates everything about us: 'Learning to Love; Loving to Learn - Life in all its Fullness'. Our dedicated team work together to create a school where there is a real sense of community and where all can flourish.
This is a permanent position working 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 15th March 2024, interviews will be held on Monday 18th March 2024.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
Our School is a member of Ventrus, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, Ventrus offer excellent career and development opportunities.
Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
