Lead School Chef – Term-Time, Growth & Perks

Aramark Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PerkBox

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Free parking

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Lead Chef for the Education sector at Alperton Upper School (HA0 4JE). The role covers all aspects of production, menu knowledge and waste management, ensuring high hygiene and brand standards. DBS checks required; 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time (39 weeks).

Includes perks such as PerkBox and pension contributions. The successful candidate will lead a kitchen team, maintain food quality and collaborate with education facilities to support student meals

Qualifications

• Previous catering/kitchen experience required
• Excellent team player
• Excellent communication abilities
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety procedures
• Able to pass DBS checks

Responsibilities

• Efficient food production in line with recipe sheets
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items served
• Manage production to minimise wastage
• Maintain food levels across all service periods
• Ensure high hygiene and safety standards per Aramark requirements
• Record volumes consumed and any overproduction
• Assist in opening/closing checklists for each shift

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Job description

Aramark UK is recruiting a Lead Chef for the Education sector at Alperton Upper School (HA0 4JE). The role covers all aspects of production, menu knowledge and waste management, ensuring high hygiene and brand standards. DBS checks required; 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time (39 weeks).

Includes perks such as PerkBox and pension contributions. The successful candidate will lead a kitchen team, maintain food quality and collaborate with education facilities to support student meals