Job
Overview
The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts is recognised as a world leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training within the performing arts and creative economies. We enjoy an international and national reputation for the quality of our teaching, our world class facilities and an enviable track record of graduate employment and alumni successes.
Are you a passionate and hands-on Catering Manager ready to make a difference? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to lead our small catering team and provide exceptional food service to our students and staff.
In this role, you’ll not only manage the daily catering operations but also take on the responsibilities of the principal chef, preparing delicious, high-quality meals throughout the day. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to engage in all aspects of catering, from cooking and customer service to ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, this role is perfect for you.
The ideal candidate will have experience of cooking and preparing meals, managing a team, and delivering excellent customer service. You will have an appropriate catering qualification along with a Food Hygiene certificate. Good prioritising and time management skills are essential and an understanding of allergens, ‘Natasha’s Law’ and COSHH.
As a new colleague, you will join a thriving creative community and learning environment, working with inspiring students and supportive colleagues. In return we offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, generous pension, and complimentary tickets to our inhouse productions.
This is a term time, permanent post to commence as soon as possible.
Closing date for applications: Friday 31st January 2025 at 1pm.
CV’s will not be accepted.
Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on recruit@lipa.ac.uk or 0151 330 3091.
Please send your completed application form to recruit@lipa.ac.uk
Our commitment to Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunity’s employer, LIPA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We are committed to working together to create an inclusive environment that offers equitable opportunities for all, pursuing our vision to be a leading vocational training institution.
As part of our Strategic Plan for 2023-2026 we are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or trans-gender.
Appointments will always be made on merit.
LIPA - a registered charity No. 1001565.