Chef

Kellan Group; Sandleheath; On-site; GBP 1,515,360 - 2,066,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time roles

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly pay

Weekends off

Refer a friend £50 voucher

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Recruitment is actively recruiting Education Chefs for term-time roles with Impact Food Group, across Ashford area schools. Enjoy weekday work, work-life balance, and potential long-term placements in school kitchens.

Roles offer competitive pay, weekly pay, weekends off, and opportunities to pick up extra work in other sectors. DBS check required; right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and team leadership are essential.
• Good understanding of food safety and allergen controls.
• Reliable kitchen team player with a focus on quality and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals for students and staff.
• Plan menus in line with guidelines and dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Manage stock, orders, and minimize waste.
• Supervise kitchen assistants during service.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Food hygiene awareness

Team supervision

Planning and organisation

Education

Enhanced DBS cleared (or willing to obtain)

Level 2 Food Safety & Allergens

Job description

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Chefs for the new school year starting in September!

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

This is an excellent opportunity for Chefs seeking weekday work, work-life balance and the potential to secure long-term or permanent placements in school kitchens!

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 You'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.

If you are an experienced Chef we would love to hear from you!