Creative School Kitchen Chef | Nutritious Menus & Growth

Grow and Thrive Limited

Greater London

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 36,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Palmer & Howells in London’s Battersea area is seeking a dedicated chef to join our school kitchen team. The role is 40 hours per week over 38 weeks, offering a salary of £32,700 per annum with potential evening and weekend work.

You will handle preparation, create nutritious menus, maintain safety standards, and work with a collaborative team to deliver great dining experiences for pupils and staff.

Qualifications

  • Previous kitchen/catering experience with a focus on fresh, nutritious ingredients.
  • Strong understanding of kitchen equipment and best practices.
  • Food Safety Level 2 desirable; training provided.
  • Personable and outgoing with a customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

  • Create delicious, high-quality meals offering optimal taste and nutrition.
  • Collaborate with the team to deliver efficient service during busy times.
  • Adhere to health, safety and food hygiene standards; manage allergens.
  • Act as a brand ambassador for staff and customers.

Skills

Kitchen experience
Kitchen equipment knowledge
Food safety level 2
Personable & outgoing

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Palmer & Howells in London’s Battersea area is seeking a dedicated chef to join our school kitchen team. The role is 40 hours per week over 38 weeks, offering a salary of £32,700 per annum with potential evening and weekend work.

You will handle preparation, create nutritious menus, maintain safety standards, and work with a collaborative team to deliver great dining experiences for pupils and staff.

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