Chef

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Elmbridge; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time roles

Weekly pay

Weekends off

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Recruitment is seeking Education Chefs to work in Walton-on-Thames area, term-time roles with flexible hours and competitive pay. You will prepare nutritious meals for students and staff, plan menus to meet dietary requirements, and maintain high hygiene standards.

Experience in a school or similar environment is preferred; DBS checks are essential, sponsorship not available, and opportunities to pick up additional shifts may arise during holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong, reliable communication skills are essential.
• Minimum Level 2 Food Safety and Allergens required; training provided if needed.
• Enhanced DBS check is essential or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, balanced meals for students and staff.
• Plan menus in line with school guidelines and dietary requirements.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage stock, ordering supplies, and minimise waste.
• Supervise and support kitchen assistants during service.
• Adhere to all food safety and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Food Safety & Allergens

Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain)

Job description

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are seeking a Chef to join school kitchens in Walton-on-Thames for the new academic year starting September. This temporary role offers term-time working with competitive pay, weekly wages, and weekends free. As a Chef, you will prepare nutritious meals for students, supporting Impact Food Group across local schools. The position suits candidates seeking weekday hours and a balanced work schedule. Potential exists for longer-term or permanent placements, with opportunities to take on additional shifts in other sectors during school holidays.

Benefits of Working as an Education Chef

• Term-time roles
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Weekends off!
• Opportunities to pick up additional work in other sectors at weekends and during holidays
• Potential for permanent roles for the right candidates
• £50 refer a friend scheme – earn a £50 voucher after your referral works 10 shifts

What Youandrsquo;ll Be Doing as an Education Chef

• Preparing and cooking nutritious, balanced meals for students and staff
• Planning menus in line with school guidelines and dietary requirements
• Ensuring high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness
• Managing stock, ordering supplies, and minimising waste
• Supervising and supporting kitchen assistants during service
• Adhering to all food safety and health & safety regulations

What We Are Looking For In Our Education Chefs

• Minimum 6 months experience as senior Chef – preferably in a school or similar environment
• Right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available for these roles
• Enhanced DBS with child workforce or willing to obtain is essential
• Strong, reliable, and excellent communication skills are essential
• A passion for providing healthy meals for children and young people
• Minimum Level 2 Food Safety and Allergens, as well as additional compliance training, is essential and will be provided free of charge for all applicants

Rates of pay are dependent on experience and/or the specific site/client.

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.

Working with our client, Impact Food Group, we have a variety of Education Chef roles available across schools in the Walton-on-Thames area.