Assistant Chef – School Catering (Term-Time, 30h/wk)

Grow and Thrive Limited; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspens Services in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an Assistant Chef for school sites. You will bring our menus to life by preparing healthy, nutritious and delicious meals that delight students and staff alike, while maintaining the highest quality food and service.

We value initiative and teamwork, and you’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time, delivering great meals within the classroom and canteen environments. The role offers 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, at 14.21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of education catering, and proven experience working with fresh ingredients.
• Excellent working knowledge of health and safety practices and a Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate (though we offer further training!)
• You’re a self-motivated person who uses your initiative, has a deep desire to learn and loves motivating others.

Responsibilities

• Creative Menu Execution: Preparing our provided menus using your excellent craft skills.
• Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards.
• Hospitality Production: Assisting with executing high-quality hospitality requests for clients and special events.
• Building Connections: Developing strong relationships with both our school clients and the students you serve.
• Service with a Smile: Providing a friendly and polite customer service experience for everyone.

Skills

Education catering knowledge

Fresh ingredients experience

Health & safety practices

Self-motivated

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate

Job description

Aspens Services in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an Assistant Chef for school sites. You will bring our menus to life by preparing healthy, nutritious and delicious meals that delight students and staff alike, while maintaining the highest quality food and service.

We value initiative and teamwork, and you’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time, delivering great meals within the classroom and canteen environments. The role offers 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, at 14.21 per hour.