Term-Time Private Chef: Nutritious Gourmet Meals for Students

Eton College; Windsor; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with 11% employer contribution

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised lunches

Access to sport & leisure facilities

Retail discounts

Job summary

Eton College seeks a dedicated Chef to join a prestigious residential community of 55+ teenage boys. You will plan, prepare, and present breakfast, lunch and supper, delivering nutritionally balanced meals in a disciplined, supportive kitchen environment.

Based in a historic private residence, you will work 40 hours over six days per week during the school term, with holidays off. This maternity cover role offers stability, professional development, and chance to contribute to young people’s

Qualifications

• Reliable, flexible chef who stays calm under pressure.
• Strong communication and ability to follow direction with creativity.
• Experience in private households or high-volume catering.
• Understanding of special diets, allergen protocols, and food labeling legislation.
• Team player who contributes to quality service.
• HACCP or allergen management training.
• NVQ or equivalent in professional cookery.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals, snacks, and events with nutritional balance.
• Meet dietary needs including allergies and other dietary requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, allergen control, and safety.
• Manage food ordering and stock control to minimise waste and maximize use of fresh ingredients.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and complete all required food safety documentation.
• Collaborate with the house team to support food-related activities and promote nutritional awareness among residents.
• Provide occasional hospitality for visitors, parents, and VIP guests.
• Attend training and stay up to date with food safety, safeguarding, and relevant hospitality qualifications.
• Preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and supper.
• Provide cover for other Chefs across the College as needed.

Skills

Private households

High-volume catering

Allergen protocols

Food labeling

HACCP training

Strong communication

Team player

Education

NVQ or equivalent in professional cookery

Job description

Eton College seeks a dedicated Chef to join a prestigious residential community of 55+ teenage boys. You will plan, prepare, and present breakfast, lunch and supper, delivering nutritionally balanced meals in a disciplined, supportive kitchen environment.

Based in a historic private residence, you will work 40 hours over six days per week during the school term, with holidays off. This maternity cover role offers stability, professional development, and chance to contribute to young people’s