Kitchen Manager - Hexham

Do you have a passion for cooking and are you experienced in leading a team?

About Kingswood:

We are one of the most experienced providers of outdoor education in the UK. We were founded over 35 years ago and run over 1.2 million activity sessions each year across ten activity centres. Each year we welcome over 175,000 young people from more than 35 countries around the world.

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to work at Dukeswood House, our Kingswood centre in Hexham.

We provide nutritious and tasty meals, snacks and desserts to fuel the day's adventure. So, if you have a passion for producing quality dishes and managing a small team - this may be the perfect role for you!

As our Kitchen Manager, you will ensure that all kitchen operations and activities are carried out in line with the business' operating standards and procedures. You will be responsible for creating a team environment that promotes excellent employee morale and ensures a high level of commitment and pride at our activity centre.

Some responsibilities include:

• Cooking the set menu using agreed products and set portions.
• Supporting, leading and mentoring a small kitchen team.
• Following HACCP procedures (safety & compliance) and servicing of equipment.
• Ordering and controlling stock, and waste management.
• Creating rotas for staff which are in line with the assigned budget.
• Allergen management and liaising with relevant people to discuss any complex allergens/dietary requirements.
• Ensure that all kitchen operations and activities are carried out in line with all applicable legal requirements.

About you:

• Experience of leading a small team with the ability to develop, drive and inspire.
• Experience of working in a kitchen environment and complying with health and safety standards.
• Experience working as part of a team and ability to use your initiative.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate food hygiene certification essential, advanced is desirable.
• Knowledge on stock control to minimise food wastage.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Driving licence (desirable, due to rural location).

Why join Kingswood?

• A fulfilling career creating life changing adventures
• Our centre is set within private woodlands, allowing our staff to be close to nature and explore the forests during breaks
• Wagestream salary management - next day wage access
• Perkbox - Whether it's supermarket savings or discounted days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday - there's something to suit everyone's lifestyle all year round
• We are a global company, growing fast in Asia and have partners around the world
• Professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment for personal growth
• Comprehensive wellbeing strategy
• A generous referral scheme - bring a friend!

We believe in providing the best for our employees. That's why we offer competitive rates of pay, ensuring you are rewarded for your hard work and dedication. As you join our team, you'll experience a comprehensive and top-notch training and induction program, setting you up for success in your role.

For further information please contact a member of the recruitment team at careers@inspiring-learning.com or alternatively visit our website https://www.kingswood.co.uk/locations/dukeshouse-wood

You need to possess the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for employment with Kingswood. Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide two professional references.

Kingswood is an Inspiring Learning brand.

Be part of something great, join Kingswood today.

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