Second Chef

On-site in Bath·Full-time·Added 7 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Bath Spa University

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Overview

Salary: £33,662 a year
About £2,310 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Bath
Contract: Full-time
Commute: Cycle to work scheme

Pay & benefits

Salary Grade 5 - Starting from £30,180 rising to £33,662 per annum

The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Special conditions

The contract is 5 out of 7 days so a day off may be given in the week in order to work a weekend shift. Due to operational requirements some flexibility of working hours will be required in order to meet business needs. The department can be open 7 days a week and post holders will be required to work on a 5 out of 7 rotating pattern. Covering early mornings, evenings & weekends. Advanced notice will be provided.
A driving licence is required. Some driving to other units may be needed.
Annual leave is to be approved by the Head Chef in accordance with the operational needs of the service. Peak business is September to December and several events in July, Annual leave will be limited throughout these periods
This post is based primarily at Newton Park; the postholder may be required to work at our other campuses.

Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK’s sponsorship threshold. Regrettably as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship therefore your application will automatically be rejected.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including

Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The role

Bath Spa University is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Second Chef to support the delivery of a high-quality catering service across our vibrant campus community.

Key Responsibilities

Working alongside the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our kitchens, helping to deliver fresh, innovative and customer-focused food across a variety of catering outlets and events. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed chef to develop their leadership skills while contributing to a diverse catering operation that supports students, staff, visitors, conferences, weddings, summer schools and other special events.

Based primarily at Newton Park Campus, you will deputise for the Head Chef when required and contribute to maintaining excellent culinary, service and food safety standards.

Early application is encouraged for this role as candidates will be interviewed on an ongoing basis, so the role may close early.