Assistant Chef – School Kitchen (Term-Time)

Caterlink LTD; London Borough of Harrow; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and development programmes

Term-time schedule (no weekends)

Employee Discount Platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Caterlink is seeking an Assistant Chef at Harrow College in Harrow Weald to ensure nutritionally balanced and tasty meals for students. You will assist with planning, preparing and cooking to the required standard while maintaining high food safety and customer service.

The role offers £13.50 per hour, 35 hours per week, term-time only (190 weeks per year). You will help briefing kitchen teams on menus and ensure HACCP and health and safety procedures are observed.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety in Catering certificate.
• Level 2 Health and Safety qualification or equivalent training.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, allergen management and cross-contamination prevention.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and safe food storage.
• Understanding of special dietary requirements and allergen controls, particularly when catering for students with additional needs.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion control, food safety procedures and HACCP requirements.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment is desirable.
• Good teamwork, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparing and cooking of meals to the required standard.
• Brief kitchen teams on menus and service, ensuring food safety and health and safety procedures are applied.
• Carry out company bookwork and maintain high standards of service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 Food Safety in Catering certificate

Level 2 Health and Safety qualification

Job description

Caterlink is seeking an Assistant Chef at Harrow College in Harrow Weald to ensure nutritionally balanced and tasty meals for students. You will assist with planning, preparing and cooking to the required standard while maintaining high food safety and customer service.

The role offers £13.50 per hour, 35 hours per week, term-time only (190 weeks per year). You will help briefing kitchen teams on menus and ensure HACCP and health and safety procedures are observed.