DBS Chef

Blue Arrow - Coventry; East Leake; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Training and career development

Supportive team

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting a School Chef to support multiple Leicestershire school sites. You will plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals aligning with school guidelines, while managing kitchen operations and leading assistants.

DBS Enhanced is required, with term-time hours offering a healthy work-life balance. Competitive hourly pay starts at £16+, with opportunities for training and development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven chef experience, ideally in education or large-scale catering.
• Passion for healthy food and high presentation standards.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work across multiple school sites in Leicester.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook balanced meals in line with school dietary guidelines.
• Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering, stock control, and hygiene standards.
• Lead and support kitchen assistants to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment.
• Cater for special dietary requirements and allergens.

Skills

Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

Job description

Job Opportunity: School Chef - Across Leicestershire & Surrounding Areas

Location: Leicestershire

Pay Rate: From £16.00 per hour

DBS Check: Required (Enhanced Child)

Are you a skilled and passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role that fits around school hours? We are seeking experienced and motivated chefs to join our team, preparing nutritious and delicious meals for students in schools across Leicestershire & Surrounding Areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and cook balanced meals in line with school dietary guidelines
• Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering, stock control, and hygiene standards
• Lead and support kitchen assistants to ensure smooth service
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
• Cater for special dietary requirements and allergens

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a chef, ideally in an educational or large-scale catering setting
• A passion for healthy food and high standards of presentation
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Flexibility to work across different school sites in Leicester
• A valid Enhanced child DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay starting from £16.00
• Term-time only working - ideal for work-life balance
• Opportunities for training and career development
• A supportive and friendly team environment

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.