Education Chefs - Cardiff

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday Pay

Flexible shifts

Full-time and part-time opportunities

Ongoing work throughout the academic •

Friendly Berkeley Scott team

Job summary

Education Chefs - Cardiff is a temporary role based in Cardiff with weekly pay and holiday pay included. Assignments begin in September across primary schools, secondary schools, academies, and other educational settings in the city and nearby areas.

You will prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff, support daily kitchen operations, and uphold rigorous food hygiene and safety standards. Dependable chefs who can adapt quickly to busy catering environments are sought.

Qualifications

• Experience in schools or education catering preferred.
• DBS certificate current.
• Food hygiene level 3 certificate held.
• Understanding of allergens and dietary requirements.
• Reliable, professional and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff.
• Support day-to-day running of school kitchens.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Cater for allergens and special dietary requirements.
• Assist with stock control, food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Education catering

Food hygiene

DBS certificate

Allergens knowledge

Independence

Education

Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate

Job description

Education Chefs - Cardiff is a temporary role based in Cardiff with weekly pay and holiday pay included. Assignments begin in September across primary schools, secondary schools, academies, and other educational settings in the city and nearby areas. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff, support daily kitchen operations, and uphold rigorous food hygiene and safety standards. Dependable chefs who can adapt quickly to busy catering environments are sought. Experience within education catering is beneficial, though broader culinary backgrounds will be considered. This position suits individuals seeking flexible cover work during term time. Berkeley Scott manages placements, covering holidays, sickness, vacancies, and operational support.

What You''ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and serving nutritious meals for pupils and staff
• Supporting the day-to-day running of school kitchens
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health andamp; safety standards
• Catering for allergens and special dietary requirements
• Assisting with stock control, food preparation and kitchen cleanliness

Essential Requirements:

• Previous Chef experience within schools, education catering, care homes, contract catering or high-volume kitchens
• A current Enhanced DBS Certificate
• Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate
• Strong understanding of allergens and special dietary requirements
• Reliable, professional and able to work independently

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay andamp; Holiday Pay
• Flexible shifts and assignments
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Ongoing work throughout the academic year
• Opportunities across Bristol, Bath, Taunton, Weston-Super-Mare, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Swindon and surrounding areas
• Friendly and supportive Berkeley Scott team

The Nature of the Work: These positions are offered on a temporary basis, and assignments can vary depending on client requirements. Opportunities may include covering: staff holidays and annual leave, short and long-term sickness absence, vacant positions whilst permanent recruitment is taking place, maternity, paternity and other planned leave, increased workload and seasonal demand, additional support during busy periods, events and school functions. Assignments can range from single-day bookings to longer-term placements lasting several weeks or months, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work across a variety of educational catering environments.

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