University of Bristol
Chef
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The Role
The University of Bristol Catering department (Source) have a rare and exciting Chef opportunity for the right person. We are passionate about serving high-quality, responsibly-sourced meals to our vibrant community of students, staff, and visitors. We believe in the power of good food to bring people together and enhance the campus experience. As a part of our team, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and innovative dining environment that prioritizes the welfare of people and the planet.
What will you be doing?
- The successful candidate will prepare varied nutritious meals to a high standard specified by the Head Chef and Manager.
- Assist the Head Chef in planning menus for all meals, functions, and special occasions.
- Meet the required standards of hygiene and food safety by monitoring cleaning schedules and food and equipment temperatures.
- Assist the Head Chef in the continual training of staff and induction and training of temporary staff.
- Assist in the preparation of orders for the purchase of provisions and monitoring deliveries ensuring deliveries are accurate and stores correctly.
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You should apply if
- The post holder will be required to hold a recognised cookery qualification equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2.
- The post holder will ideally have gained previous experience in a reasonably wide variety of catering establishments, including hotel and/or restaurant work and preferably not restricted to the public sector; to understand the requirements of the differing customer types and to bring diverse experience to the University.
- A high level of culinary skill is essential to meet the wide variety of requirements, including student meals, conferences, functions, and wedding receptions, day meetings, and special meals. High standards of preparation and presentation are expected throughout.
- An understanding of the principles of food hygiene and the consequences of poor working practices is essential.
- Willing to learn and have a genuine passion for food.
- We know that kitchens can be a very busy environment to work it, and so it is essential that you have the ability to always work clean and tidy.
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Additional information
- Contract type: Open ended
- Work pattern: Full time (35 hours)
- Shift pattern: 5 over 7 days
- Grade: E
- Salary: £26,093 - £28,778 per annum
- School/Unit: Campus Division - Catering
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Tuesday 1st September
For informal queries please contact: Louise Rose (Catering Cluster Manager) on hrxlc@bristol.ac.uk
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Available documents
- Job Description - Chef.pdf
- Further Particulars - Campus Division.pdf
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