Within the Catering Services department, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, creative and experienced Senior Chef who wishes to develop both their management and food production skills.

As well as ‘hands on’ food production, the successful candidate will be responsible for the management, delivery and development of a professional, effective and efficient catering service within our Bar, Café and Restaurant in the Byre Theatre.

With proven experience working within a Head Chef role, you will have experience of menu planning, food production, stock management, HACCP, managing staff and practical application of Health and Safety in the workplace. Good people management, administrative and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to engage positively with customers, and motivate staff to deliver excellence in food quality, presentation and service.

Experience from a variety of different catering operations and volume are essential, as is the ability to work within and coach teams and individuals. Knowledge of HACCP and practical application of Health and Safety in the workplace are essential, as are relevant professional catering qualifications, good kitchen and chef skills, including presentation and attention to detail, and commitment to delivering an excellent customer experience.

This is a fixed term post until 15 August 2017.

Informal enquiries can be directed to:  Stephen Sinclair, General  Manager 07710 854 635 or srs6@st-andrews.ac.uk.

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, who are under-represented in Chef positions at the University.  You can find out more about Equality & Diversity at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/.

Please quote ref:  RS7124MR

Closing Date: 9 September 2016

Further Particulars: RS7124MR FPs.doc

Residential and Business Services
Byre Theatre
Salary:  £21,605 - £25,023 per annum
Start Date:  As soon as possible