Support Chef Manager

We have an exciting opportunity join our support team as a Support Chef Manager working across the Midlands. This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week on a rota basis. Travel expenses can be claimed back inline with Wilson Vale policy. Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout. Our culture unites us. We stand for craft, quality, creative freedom, forward thinking and integrity. We never compromise on our commitment to fresh, seasonal produce and the fantastic people that make it all happen!

Overview

We\\\’re looking for a talented and adaptable Support Chef Manager to join our dynamic team, providing culinary and operational support across a range of B&I sites, hotels, conference centres, and event spaces in the Midlands. In this hands-on role, you\\\’ll assist on-site teams to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality, freshly prepared food and exceptional service. From fine dining dinners and banquets to vibrant BBQs servings on-trend street food events, you\\\’ll play a key part in creating memorable dining experiences that showcase innovation and flavour. Everything we serve is made from scratch using fresh, seasonal ingredients, so creativity, passion, and a commitment to excellence are essential.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen and the preparation and cooking of all food production
• Cater to the needs of all customers
• Be responsible, dedicated and a strong leader with the ability to assist and manage a team
• Deliver consistent food standards following the Wilson Vale brand standards
• Deliver fresh, seasonal and innovative food from around the world to all customers
• Responsible for food safety, hygiene and Health and Safety both in practice and keeping relevant records
• Allergy reporting and responsibility for sign-posting to customers
• Budgeting, ordering, stock taking

Qualifications and attributes

• LOVE food, and love working in a team
• Positive attitude
• Have good customer service skills and strong communication skills
• Be able to work in a high-pressured environment
• Strong premium hospitality experience in another venue
• Local knowledge and experience working in the area
• A passion for exceptional service is essential
• Strong understanding of service styles, food trends
• Innovation and creativity
• A passion for training and development
• Exceptional presentation skills
• Articulate and very well organised
• Proactive and reliable

Company values and opportunities

• Craft at our core – we pride ourselves on our craft-skilled chefs who create wonderful fresh food from scratch
• It\\\’s all about the food – the menu is the most important document our chefs write every week
• Quality, seasonal ingredients – 300+ British suppliers and our chefs can source locally
• Freedom to create – our teams love to cook up exciting food themes and pop-ups to keep the food fun
• Support like no other – our business was founded by family and we have stayed true to those same family values of nurturing development, protecting our values and building trust and loyalty
• Making food that not only tastes great but is good for the planet. We have always had a strong environmental ethos and are dedicated to our social and environmental commitments
• We believe in tailored training and opportunities to build your career with us

Perks

• Our working hours are some of the best you\\\’ll find in catering – we are strong believers in work-life balance
• Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities
• Craft Works – Free craft-focused career development training programme
• Paid training bespoke to you
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- your wellbeing is very important to us
• Online employee benefits scheme – monetary savings on everyday items
• Your Birthday off every year after 1 year\\\’s service
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

Equal opportunities

Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams – everyone at has a voice.

How to apply

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