Craft Development Chef

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General informationCraft Development ChefRef: 22Job InformationDivision:Taylor ShawAdvert Closing Date:19/12/2021Number of Hours:Full-timeSalary:£30,000 Per annumContract Type:PermanentLocation:Manchester, M1Working EnvironmentWe are looking for a passionate and ' hands-on' Craft Development Chef to work a cluster of sites within our growing Education divisionThis role is field-based covering the predominantly the North of England.Job DescriptionYour key responsibilities as the Craft Development Chef will consist of:Accountable for creating a platform for financial growth through cost control, culinary excellence improving merchandising, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating results within the chef teams.Key role objective #1Develop training and support materials to drive compliance to agreed initiativesOwn the Starchef system across the businessProactively identify problem sites and work with operations and other functions to improve the food offer and the financial and operational performanceHelps to develop new concepts and solutionsSupport out in the business with added value eventsSupport Operations Managers develop management within the area of responsibility to ensure proactive management of chef teams on site. Assisting where appropriate with the recruitment of high calibre site managers, developing and driving them to ensure the following activities are done with excellence: site succession planning, recruitment, training, and people development to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, its customers, and clientsKey role objective #2To support business with reactive operational issuesRespond to site-specific information and work with on-site teams to address issuesTake on food-related projects and manage cross-functional food initiativesProvide a collaborative approach for client group and wider stakeholders by working with Marketing & Promotions Managers and Executive Chefs to provide effective and innovative ongoing solutions in line with the annual marketing calendarMaintenance of up to date customer and competitor awareness in order to identify areas of new opportunity and consistently provide market-leading solutionsWorking with Senior Operations Teams to drive food innovation for specific projects within client division at high value and high priority sitesKey role objective #3Manage the setting up and ongoing development of the region's ChefsWork with the Region's Chefs to build skill levels and drive quality through on-job coaching and training sessionsLiaise with Menu Development Chefs and other parts of the business and chef's forumEncourage entry into competitions - internal and externalEncourage promotion of 'Undeniably Famous for Food' initiativesWorking Pattern: Monday to FridaySkills and ExperienceThe experience and knowledge we are looking for from the Craft Development Chef include:Genuine interest in customer service excellence and flexibilityProven leadership abilityProactive and 'hands on' approachCatering experience essential with chef skillsContract catering is desirableSenior chef management experience essentialBenefitsAs part of your package, we are offering a salary up to £30,000This role also comes with a workplace pension, life insurance (x4), 33 days holiday - pro-rata (including Bank Holidays).You can also purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave.Why it's Great to Work for UsElior UK has been recognised for a variety of awards such as CSR and chef development programmes which demonstrate the passion and creativity of our great team.For all our colleagues we offer a range of discounts such as EE mobile contracts, Nissan vehicles, and lots more offers on leisure and entertainment, gyms and restaurants.We focus on our colleagues and hold an annual Elior Award event, issue rewards for recognition every month plus deliver a varied portfolio of development programmes. We offer additional leave for charity work and provide a Colleague Support Programme for health & wellbeing advice.Elior foster and believe in a diverse workplace, free from discrimination, which leads to an enjoyable and supportive environment.Interested?All you need is an updated CV and cover letter, we'll do the rest.#TheJobThatIWant #TeamElior #EliorCareers #EliorFoodie # Facebook: Elior Careers Instagram: elior_ukAny internal colleagues applying for this role, please be advised that new terms and conditions will apply.About Taylor Shaw89% of our colleagues enjoy doing their job each day.Here at Elior UK we have lots of opportunity for progression and personal development within our business and work with a diverse range of clients.Elior is a multi-award winning global player in the contract catering sector, with operations in over 6 countries, over 105,000 employees and 4 million guests served every day. We are one of the largest contract caterers in the industry with our Group headquarters in Paris. Here in the UK we have approximately 10,000 colleagues helping us deliver our promise in achieving excellence in everything that makes up the customer experience across over 1,200 sites.We're driven by the knowledge that young people deserve - and need - the best food for their wellbeingWe're dedicated at Taylor Shaw to bringing all our resources together to provide high quality nutritious food that our young customers will enjoy while at school and in further education. And to ensuring it is served by caring, well trained and skilled people.