Assistant chef

The Grammar School at Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Chef to join their vibrant catering team. In this role, you will prepare and serve high-quality meals while ensuring food hygiene and safety standards are met. Your contributions will enhance the dining experience for pupils and staff alike. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic school environment, where your passion for food and commitment to high standards will make a significant impact. Join a team that values quality service and the wellbeing of its community, and help create memorable dining experiences for all.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or large commercial catering setting is essential.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, and serve high-quality meals to pupils and staff.
• Adhere to food hygiene and safety standards, including HACCP regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Food Hygiene Standards

Teamwork

Education

Experience in Catering

Job description

Salary GSAL point 9, full time equivalent £23,941 per annum. Actual salary payable based on 37.5 hours per week, term-time only plus five days and catering retainer £21,755.34

Start date As soon as possible subject to recruitment checks

Interview Date To be confirmed

This is a Permanent, Full time - term time vacancy.

The Vacancy

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07.00-15.00.

Salary: GSAL 9, £12.41/hour, £21,755.34 per annum based on term-time only plus 5 days and catering retainer.

Contract type: Permanent, term-time only plus five days (with some requirement to work ad-hoc days during holiday periods for events).

Are you passionate about providing a high-quality food service in a school environment? Join our dedicated team at The Grammar School at Leeds!

The Grammar School at Leeds is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join our friendly and hardworking catering team. You will play a key part in delivering high-quality meals and service to pupils and colleagues alike. You will work under the guidance of the Head Chef to prepare, present, and serve meals that meet the high standards of the school and satisfy our vibrant school community.

As Assistant Chef, you will contribute to the smooth and safe running of the kitchen by adhering to all food hygiene and safety standards, including HACCP regulations. You will be involved in planning menus and ensuring the kitchen remains a clean, secure, and well-organised environment. Your role will also include helping with school events and special functions, which may occasionally take place outside normal hours. Experience in a school or large commercial catering setting, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to work well as part of a team, is essential.

We are looking for someone with strong communication and customer service skills, who enjoys working in a dynamic and child-focused environment. A commitment to safeguarding, equity and diversity, and the overall wellbeing of pupils is fundamental to this role. If you are passionate about food, take pride in high standards, and want to make a positive contribution to school life, we would love to hear from you.

Catering colleagues need to be available to work some ad-hoc days during the school holiday periods to assist with events. In return, catering colleagues receive a retainer payment during this period which is included in the salary.

How to apply:

Complete the online GSAL application form. For any enquiries about the vacancy, feel free to contact [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: 08:00 Tuesday 22 April 2025