Boarding House Chef: Fresh, Nutritious Meals & Team

Chartwells Independent; Uppingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Career development

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Lodestone House is seeking a Deputy House Chef to join the boarding kitchen at Uppingham School. You will assist in preparing meals, ensuring high standards of safety and quality for pupils and staff.

Responsibilities include menu development, dietary accommodation, and supporting the Head House Chef. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and maintaining a welcoming dining environment.

Qualifications

• Professional cookery qualification as a baseline requirement.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.
• Ability to manage time and organise kitchen tasks effectively.
• Experience in catering within a school or boarding environment is desirable.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinners for boarding pupils and staff.
• Develop nutritious, varied menus meeting dietary needs and cultural preferences.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and allergen management.
• Support the Lead House Chef and oversee kitchen operations in their absence.
• Mentor and develop junior catering staff and foster teamwork.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management

Food safety knowledge

HACCP procedures

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Independence

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Lodestone House is seeking a Deputy House Chef to join the boarding kitchen at Uppingham School. You will assist in preparing meals, ensuring high standards of safety and quality for pupils and staff.

Responsibilities include menu development, dietary accommodation, and supporting the Head House Chef. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and maintaining a welcoming dining environment.