Chef

Kellan Group; Croxley Green; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellan Group is seeking experienced School Chefs to work across Watford and surrounding areas in education catering. These daytime roles offer structure and the chance to prepare meals for pupils and staff in a school environment.

Applicants should have previous chef experience, ideally in education or high-volume contract catering, with a Food Hygiene Certificate and strong allergen knowledge. A Child Workforce DBS is essential for these positions.

Qualifications

• Experience as a school/education chef preferred.
• Food Hygiene Certificate held.
• Strong allergen management and food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-volume meals for pupils and staff.
• Manage kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Order and manage stock.
• Lead or support kitchen teams.
• Ensure allergen and dietary requirements are met.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organised kitchen.

Skills

Chef experience

Independent working

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

School Chef - Watford & Surrounding Areas

School Chef Opportunities | Watford & Surrounding Areas | Immediate & 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 & 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.