Chef.

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Chefs for the new school year starting in September!

Working with our client, Impact Food Group, we have a variety of Education Chef roles available across schools in the Southampton area.

This is an excellent opportunity for Chefs seeking weekday work, work-life balance and the potential to secure long-term or permanent placements in school kitchens!

Benefits of Working as an Education Chef

Term-time roles

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly pay

Weekends off!

Opportunities to pick up additional work in other sectors at weekends and during holidays

Potential for permanent roles for the right candidates

£50 refer a friend scheme – earn a £50 voucher after your referral works 10 shifts

What You’ll Be Doing as an Education Chef

Preparing and cooking nutritious, balanced meals for students and staff

Planning menus in line with school guidelines and dietary requirements

Ensuring high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness

Managing stock, ordering supplies, and minimising waste

Supervising and supporting kitchen assistants during service

Adhering to all food safety and health & safety regulations

What We Are Looking For In Our Education Chefs

Minimum 6 months experience as senior Chef – preferably in a school or similar environment

Right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available for these roles

Enhanced DBS with child workforce or willing to obtain is essential

Strong, reliable, and excellent communication skills are essential

A passion for providing healthy meals for children and young people

Minimum Level 2 Food Safety and Allergens, as well as additional compliance training, is essential and will be provided free of charge for all applicants

Rates of pay are dependent on experience and/or the specific site/client.

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