Cooking, Catering & Hospitality Lead

The Othona Community strives to live out the values and teachings of Jesus by establishing residential communities which welcome people of all faiths & none to share this journey through a programme of events, retreats and group bookings.

We are seeking a full-time Catering Lead to live and work on site at our centre near Bradwell-on-Sea. This role is more akin to a way of life than just a job and you will bring enthusiasm, self-motivation and a can-do-attitude.

You will manage the operation of the kitchen ensuring good quality food and refreshments are provided for visitors and the resident team within a budget.  You will be able to plan menus, source good quality ingredients, maintain food hygiene standards and meet safety and other regulatory requirements. Your people skills will enable you to relate easily with guests of all ages, backgrounds and circumstances and work effectively with them.

What we offer in return

• A deeply satisfying lifestyle in a beautiful coastal location
• Simple accommodation in a chalet room
• All meals, council tax and utility bills included
• A modest salary and annual contribution to personal pension scheme
• Flexible hours with 2 days off per week; 28 days annual holiday

You must been eligible to work in the UK.

Please visit  website for information pack:

https://www.othonaessex.org.uk/live-work/vacancies

If you would like an informal conversation about the role or to arrange a visit please contact the centre manager (essexwarden@othona.org) or phone 01621 776564.

Please visit  website for more information about the community: https://www.othonaessex.org.uk/