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Contract: Full Time, PermanentSalary: £36,000 per annum Hours: 40 per week LocationOur head offices are based in the beautiful village of Hook Norton near Banbury. Here, you will find our teams of finance, HR, purchasing, marketing, and creative support all our locations across the Thomas Franks family. Ample parking is available when visiting. Position OverviewWe are seeking a talentedRelief Chef Managerto support our business across the South M25 region and surrounding areas. Candidate ProfileYou will have experience working in fast-paced kitchens at Head Chef or Chef Manager level within contract catering, ideally in Independent Schools or B&I sectors. You should be excited to work with fresh seasonal ingredients, creating bespoke menus that you develop, showcasing your creativity and skills daily. Key ResponsibilitiesCover Head Chef|Chef Manager holiday and sickness Support with mobilisations Assist with troubleshooting at locations requiring additional support Cover vacancies as needed Produce food for service using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch following company standards Create seasonal menus from regional and local suppliers Complete food costings as required Handle company bookwork Ensure food standards are met and wastage is controlled Follow Food Hygiene, Health & Safety policies, and allergen control procedures Skills and QualificationsGenuine interest in food and excellent customer service skills Strong client relationship skills Team player and leader Passion and innovation in food preparation Organised with attention to detail Financial understanding Proficiency in verbal and written English Experience in customer service or food preparation environments Recognised cooking qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent BenefitsWider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc.) Free meals on duty Volunteers leave - up to one day per year Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave Travel expenses Recommend a friend bonus Training and development opportunities Apprenticeship programmes Team and social events Employee assistance programme Career progression within a leading independent caterer About UsThomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business committed to excellence, service, and individuality. Our clients and staff are central to our success. Legal and Diversity InformationApplicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS, identity, and reference checks will be conducted. We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from under-represented groups.#J-18808-Ljbffr