School Chef - South West

School Chefs Required – Enhanced DBS Essential

September Starts Available | South West Locations | Up to £23.00 per Hour (DOE) | Weekly Pay

Berkeley Scott are recruiting experienced School Chefs for a range of temporary assignments across the South West ahead of the new school term in September.

We work with a variety of primary schools, secondary schools, academies and educational settings, providing temporary chef cover for holidays, sickness, vacancies and additional operational support. We are looking for dependable chefs who can hit the ground running in busy catering environments.

What You'll Be Doing:

Preparing and serving nutritious meals for pupils and staff

Supporting the day-to-day running of school kitchens

Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards

Catering for allergens and special dietary requirements

Assisting with stock control, food preparation and kitchen cleanliness

Essential Requirements:

Previous Chef experience within schools, education catering, care homes, contract catering or high-volume kitchens

A current Enhanced DBS Certificate

Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate

Strong understanding of allergens and special dietary requirements

Reliable, professional and able to work independently

What We Offer:

Pay rates of up to £23.00 per hour, depending on experience

Weekly pay & Holiday Pay

Flexible shifts and assignments

Full-time and part-time opportunities

Ongoing work throughout the academic year

Opportunities across Bristol, Bath, Taunton, Weston-Super-Mare, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Swindon and surrounding areas

Friendly and supportive Berkeley Scott team

The Nature of the Work:

These positions are offered on a temporary basis, and assignments can vary depending on client requirements. Opportunities may include covering:

Staff holidays and annual leave

Short and long-term sickness absence

Vacant positions whilst permanent recruitment is taking place

Maternity, paternity and other planned leave

Increased workload and seasonal demand

Additional support during busy periods, events and school functions

Assignments can range from single-day bookings to longer-term placements lasting several weeks or months, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work across a variety of educational catering environments.

If you have a current Enhanced DBS and are looking to secure work for the new school term, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

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