of people and the planet.
The position comes on a term time contract (34 weeks a year, 35 hour/week), with paid overtime, 25 days annual leave plus 8 days for bank holidays and a further 6-9 days for university closure days. If you are looking for a role that offers a supportive work-life balance, opportunities for creativity and innovation, and the chance to make a real impact, we invite you to apply and become a part of our mission to create a better dining experience at the University of Bristol.
What will you be doing?
The successful candidate will prepare varied nutritious meals to a high standard specified by the Head chef and Manager.
Assisting the Head Chef in planning the menus for all meals, functions and special occasions.
Meeting the required standards of hygiene and food safety by monitoring cleaning schedules and food and equipment temperatures.
Assisting 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.
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 I 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.
Additional information
Work pattern:Term time only - 35 hours
Shift pattern:5 over 7 days
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on: Thursday 10th September
Interviews are expected to take place w/c 14th September
For informal queries please contact: Louise Rose (Catering Cluster Manager) onhrxlc@bristol.ac.uk
Our strategy and mission
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Available documents
£26,093 to £28,778. Grade E, £per annum pro rata
