Chef

Berkeley Scott Limited; Croxley Green; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Limited in Croxley Green and surrounding areas is seeking a qualified Chef for temporary daytime roles across multiple schools. You will prepare nutritious, high-volume meals for pupils and staff, manage kitchen operations, uphold food safety standards, order stock and lead or support kitchen teams.

Applicants should hold culinary qualifications and a Food Hygiene Certificate; a solid track record in education, contract catering or high-volume environments helps.

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience, ideally in education, contract catering, or high-volume environments.
• Food Hygiene Certificate is required.
• Strong knowledge of allergen management and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking nutritious, high-volume meals for pupils and staff.
• Managing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety standards.
• Ordering and managing stock.
• Leading or supporting kitchen teams.
• Ensuring all allergen and dietary requirements are met.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen.

Skills

Allergen management

Food safety knowledge

Organisational abilities

High-volume catering experience

Education

Culinary qualifications

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Berkeley Scott seeks a Chef for temporary assignments across Croxley Green and nearby schools. This daytime position involves preparing nutritious, high-volume meals for pupils and staff. Duties include managing kitchen operations, upholding food safety standards, ordering stock, and leading or supporting kitchen teams. Candidates must ensure allergen and dietary needs are met while maintaining a clean, organised workspace. The contract is temporary with a competitive salary. Ideal applicants will hold relevant culinary qualifications and possess experience in volume catering, alongside strong organisational abilities. Working hours typically fall within school terms, offering a structured schedule without late evenings. This role suits a skilled Chef eager to apply their craft within an education setting.

School Chef - Watford andamp; Surrounding Areas School Chef Opportunities | Watford andamp; Surrounding Areas | Immediate andamp; Ongoing Roles

Are you a passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role in education catering£ We are recruiting experienced School Chefs to work across schools in Watford and the surrounding areas. These positions offer a fantastic opportunity to use your culinary skills in a structured daytime environment, producing high-quality meals for pupils and staff.

What you''ll be doing:

• Preparing and cooking nutritious, high-volume meals
• Managing kitchen operations and food safety standards
• Ordering and managing stock
• Leading or supporting kitchen teams
• Ensuring all allergen and dietary requirements are met
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen

Requirements:

• Previous Chef experience, ideally in education, contract catering, or high-volume environments
• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Strong knowledge of allergen management and food safety
• Reliable, professional, and able to work independently

IMPORTANT DBS REQUIREMENT

A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate for the Child Workforce is essential for these roles. Please note: An Adult Workforce DBS will NOT be accepted. Only a Child Workforce DBS (or Child andamp; Adult Workforce DBS) is suitable for school environments. If you are not currently in possession of the correct DBS, we may be able to assist with obtaining one.

Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.