chef

LEGOLAND Windsor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is looking for a reliable and flexible chef to join their team during term time. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in private households or catering, and relevant food hygiene certifications. This position offers a stable working environment focused on providing quality food for students, ensuring adherence to dietary and allergen protocols. Benefits include a competitive pension plan and access to various facilities.

Benefits

11% employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised lunches during term time

Qualifications

• Previous experience in private households, boutique hotels, or high-volume catering is desirable.
• Understanding of special diets, allergen protocols, and food labelling legislation.
• Willingness to engage with the broader life of the residence when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provide stability and personal satisfaction through food.
• Comply with safeguarding and confidentiality procedures.
• Engage with staff and promote quality service.

Skills

Reliable and flexible chef

Strong communication skills

Ability to handle pressure

Team player

Education

Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ or equivalent in professional cookery

Job description

Role Overview

All employees of Eton College are expected to develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, comply with all safeguarding procedures, and ensure any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood.

All staff must also understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality and display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Ideal Candidate

• A reliable, flexible chef who is calm under pressure and thrives in an independent working environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow direction while bringing your own creative flair
• Previous experience in private households, boutique hotels, or high-volume catering is desirable
• Understanding of special diets, allergen protocols, and food labelling legislation
• A positive attitude and collaborative spirit – you’re a team player who takes pride in quality service
• Willingness to engage with the broader life of the residence when appropriate
• Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate
• HACCP or allergen management training
• NVQ or equivalent in professional cookery

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

The role provides stability, personal satisfaction, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on young lives through food.

Term Time Only

This role is Term Time Only. Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. The job may close early if a large number of applications are received.

Working Pattern

You will be working 40 hours per week, 6 days out of 7, 40.6 weeks per year. (You will be paid over 12 months). You will be entitled to 5.6 weeks of holiday. (You must use all your entitlement, including any lieu days, during periods of school holidays. If a bank holiday falls during a school term period, you will be required to work this day and you will receive an additional day’s holiday in lieu).

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), an Employee Assistance Programme, an enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College's sport and leisure facilities, and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Disclosure Checks

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service record, an online search, and where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Information disclosed will be handled in accordance with DBS Code of Practice. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings must be declared. It is a criminal offence for any person barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Eton College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.