Join the Refectory Team at Gordonstoun School!Are you a chef seeking a fulfilling role with great benefits? Look no further! We’re hiring a chef (hours negotiable) to join our dynamic team.What We Offer:Good Hours: No split shifts and a set two-week rota to help you plan your downtime.Generous Holidays: Enjoy 35 days of holiday a year (pro rata), including two weeks off over Christmas, Easter and Summer.Job Share Opportunities: Flexible working options to fit your lifestyle.On-Shift Perks: Complimentary lunch, fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks.Family-Friendly Environment: Free access to drama and musical events, plus family social occasions.Employee Support: Fully supported Employee Assistance Programme and staff wellbeing initiatives, including free yoga and meditation sessions.Facilities Access: Opportunity to use school facilities.Transport Subsidy: Subsidised transport available from Hopeman, Burghead, Lossiemouth, and Elgin.Pension Benefits & Free Parking: Secure your future while enjoying convenient parking.Free Uniform Provided: Look smart and professional while you work.Community Involvement: Opportunities to join local services like Fire, Coastguards, and Conservation.Meaningful Work: Play an essential role in the health and wellbeing of our students, gaining job satisfaction and a sense of achievement.Requirements:SVQ level 2REHIS Elementary food hygiene certificateImmediate start available (References and PVG Check required).Shifts: Varied shifts from 7 am to 3 pm, 11 am to 7 pm, plus some evening functions.If you're ready to make a difference and enjoy a supportive work environment, apply now to join the Refectory team!For further information or if you have any questions, please email recruitment@gordonstoun.org.uk or contact us on (01343) 837837.Closing date: 27 January 2025We look forward to meeting you!About the SchoolGordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18.Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too.It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.
**Skills Required**
• Surpass the expectations of our customers (either students, staff and visitors)
• Recognise opportunities for improvement in the level of service offered and act on them
• Provide a professional standard of service
• Previous experience in the Catering industry
• To have worked in different sectors in the catering industry
• Have fine dining experience
• An understanding of HACCAP
• A knowledge of Food allergens and hazards
• A knowledge of Healthy eating
• Knowledge of Food nutrition
• A commitment to Gordonstoun’s unique educational ethos
• Flexible, with a can-do attitude
• Someone who creates a positive and cooperative working environment
• Being on time
• Dressed in clean smart uniform
• Listening to instructions and advice
• Asking questions if unsure
• Being polite and respectful to customers and colleagues
• Being part of the Team
• Contributing to menu development and design
• Willingness to undertake CPD
• Ability to work unsupervised and under own initiative
• Used to consistently producing high quality food on a daily basis
• Ability to work within a large diverse team
• Confident when in contact with students, staff and visitors to the Refectory
**Qualifications Required**
• SVQ level 2
• REHIS Elementary food hygiene certificate
• Driver
**Keywords**
Food, Catering, Refectory
