Commis Chef

Elior Uk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible hours

Holiday entitlement

Volunteer days

Career development

Pension

Discounts

Job summary

Paddington Academy is seeking a Chef to join the Elior UK team. This full-time role, based in London, runs Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 2:30pm, for 32.5 hours per week during term time. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and energy.

We value strong food hygiene, teamwork and partial independence, plus a positive, proactive approach to delivering high-quality meals in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a fast-paced catering operation.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Solid knowledge of food hygiene, safety and compliance standards.
• A genuine passion for producing nutritious, great tasting food.

Responsibilities

• Create fresh, high-quality meals that support students’ wellbeing, focus and energy
• Inspire consistency and pride in every dish, maintaining excellent standard of quality, presentation and portioning
• Lead by example in food safety, hygiene and cleanliness, create a safe and welcoming environment
• Support and uplift the wider team, sharing knowledge and helping others succeed

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Organisation

Job description

Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 2:30pm | 32.5 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only

Full Time

Marylands Rd, London, England, W9 2DX

£12.71 per hour

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Paddington Academy, part of Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Create fresh, high-quality meals that support students’ wellbeing, focus and energy
• Inspire consistency and pride in every dish, maintaining excellent standard of quality, presentation and portioning
• Lead by example in food safety, hygiene and cleanliness, create a safe and welcoming environment
• Support and uplift the wider team, sharing knowledge and helping others succeed

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 2:30pm | 32.5 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only

Job ID: 7289

The ingredients you’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Chef in a fast-paced catering operation
• A genuine passion for producing nutritious, great tasting food
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage your responsibilities confidently
• Solid knowledge of food hygiene, safety and compliance standards
• A positive, team focused approach, with the confidence to work independently and support others

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!