Sous Chef

Merchant Taylors’ School is a large Independent Boys’ School, situated in 280 acres of parkland in Northwood, Middlesex. The School was founded in 1561, is owned by the Merchant Taylors’ Educational Trust and moved to its present site in 1933. There are four distinct boys’ day schools on campus. The Nursery, the Pre-Prep & the Prep cater for 340 boys, while the Senior School has some 930 pupils. The School employs over 110 teachers and 160 Support staff across Merchant Taylors’ School.

Summary of Role

To support the production of over 1200 meals a day within in a fast-paced catering environment, To ensure food is prepared and presented in accordance with School standards, timings and needs. To ensure Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards are maintained

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce food required for the day’s menu to the required standard including loading and unloading ovens and food service counters with trays and pans of products which at times may be in excess of 10kgs.
• Clearly communicate instructions and offer guidance on food preparation and delivery to team members in conjunction with the Catering Manager and Senior Sous Chef.
• Ensure food, as per menu, is available for service times and is portioned and garnished. Responsible for the daily menus meeting the required quality standards including presentation and taste prior to service, reporting issues to the Senior Sous Chef or Catering Manager.
• Replenish service counters where necessary.
• Ensure knowledge of the operation of any kitchen equipment you are required to use, and apply accordingly, utilising all safety measures.
• Assist with mis-en-place for the following day’s menu.
• Assist when necessary, in food preparation for any function.
• Discuss and develop menus with the Chefs in line with the budget constraints.
• Assist where necessary, in the cleaning of work services, storage areas, utensils and equipment.
• Check deliveries for quantities and quality when necessary. Check and record temperatures and cleanliness of delivery vehicle.
• Requirement to safely lift heavy and at times hot equipment and products using the resources provided.
• Comply with Health & Safety Regulations and Fire Policy, reporting hazards to Management
• Maintain School hygiene standards and follow the HACCP system in place. Ensure all food in fridges are correctly labelled. Ensure correct chopping boards are used for each job.
• Assist other staff in the completion of their duties where necessary.
• Promote good relationships with other staff members and with customers.
• Attend internal meetings as detailed by your Line Manager.
• Working across all other areas within the Catering Department providing cover during periods of absence as and when required.

If you are interested in this role, please find out more below. To apply, click on ‘Apply Now’ to download the form and send to recruitment@mtsn.org.uk

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