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Mobile Relief ChefWe are currently expanding our team and are looking for 3 mobile relief chefs to cover the Barking and Dagenham area. As a Relief Chef you will provide culinary leadership across multiple school locations, ensuring consistent quality and adherence to Food Safety and Health and Safety Standards. Responsibilities include stepping in for absent chefs, leading teams in our school kitchens, ensuring high-quality food production, assisting with special events, maintaining high standards of food preparation and kitchen hygiene, and complying with regulations and guidelines.Duties: Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines.Ensure all food is prepared to a high standard of quality and presentation.Travel to different school locations as required to provide chef coverage.Adapt to various kitchen environments and equipment.Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards.Conduct regular checks to ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with safety protocols.Assist in menu planning, taking into account nutritional guidelines and student preferences.Ensure meals cater to specific dietary requirements and allergies.Monitor and manage kitchen inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels.Order supplies as needed and minimise waste through efficient use of ingredients.Work closely with catering teams at each location to ensure seamless kitchen operations.Provide guidance and training to kitchen staff as necessary.Assist with the preparation and execution of special events, catering functions, and themed days.Ensure events are well-coordinated and food is served in a timely manner.Interact with students, staff, and school personnel in a friendly and professional manner.Address any food-related inquiries or concerns promptly.Qualifications & Experience: Relevant culinary qualification or certification.Full clean UK driving Licence is preferred.Food Safety and Hygiene certification is essential.Extensive experience as a chef, preferably within a school catering environment.Familiarity with nutritional standards for school meals, food safety regulations, and industry best practices.Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.Willingness to travel between school locations.Ability to work flexible hours.Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.Capability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds.Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to handle kitchen equipment safely.Working Arrangements: Working pattern: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Typically core hours will range between 7 am and 3.30 pm).Number of working weeks: 39-52 weeks (Annual leave to be taken during school half term), year round and term time only opportunities may be available.Location: We require Relief Chefs to cover either the Dagenham area or the Barking area must be flexible to travel to various sites within those areas.About Us:BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to create positive economic, environmental and social change. We are facilities services company, providing a range of services for public and private sector clients currently across London and the Southeast, but with aspirations to broaden our geographies over time. Our mission is to help communities live, work and grow to fulfil their potential through the delivery of safe, high-quality services based on our unique understanding of local needs.Benefits:In addition to an attractive salary, our benefits package includes: Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform!Group Life AssuranceCompetitive SalariesPension SchemePaid Holidays from 21 daysFamily Friendly Policies making work-life balance achievableHealth & wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Career development and trainingFree parking @ The CubeA great team!To Apply:If you are keen to be considered for this opportunity to join a great team, please click 'apply' below to submit your CV and outline relevant skills and experience via the application form. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so if you are keen to be considered for this role, please apply as soon as possible and do not wait until the closing date.REF-221 032JBRP1_UKTJ