School Assistant Chef

PS Catering Management Limited; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

PS Catering Management Limited is seeking an Assistant Chef for a part-time, term-time role at Cressex Community School in the High Wycombe area. The position offers 32.5 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, with a 30-minute unpaid break. Join a growing team delivering nutritious school meals during term time.

Ideal candidates have City & Guilds/NVQ training and at least 1 year of chef experience, with strong food hygiene knowledge and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds / NVQ qualifications or equivalent in-house training.
• At least 1 year’s experience as a chef.
• Strong understanding of Food Hygiene and Safety standards.
• Experience in contract catering and managing a medium-sized kitchen (preferred).
• Positive, outgoing attitude and a genuine passion for food and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver colourful, healthy, and delicious meals to pupils across sites in the High Wycombe area.
• Join a team of enthusiastic kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance at all times.
• Work within an organised kitchen , managing stock, and resources to maximise efficiency.
• Complete mandatory paperwork and work within our menu plans.
• Support the introduction of new processes and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Food safety

Adaptability

Learning mindset

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ

Job description

Part-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 20 Oct 2026

Description

Job Description:

A Fantastic opportunity to join PS Catering during an exciting period of growth at one of our new locations. We’re searching for a passionate food professional to be a key part of our team at Cressex Community School in the High Wycombe area. We are looking for an Assistant Chef to help us deliver vibrant, nutritious meals that make school lunchtimes memorable. If you’re ready to make a real impact and grow your career with a company that values its people, this is your chance.

Working Hours are: Term Time only

32.5 hours per week

6.5 hours per day - 30 minute unpaid break included

38 weeks per year

Duties & Responsibilities.

• Prepare and deliver colourful, healthy, and delicious meals to pupils across sites in the High Wycombe area.
• Join a team of enthusiastic kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance at all times.
• Work within an organised kitchen , managing stock, and resources to maximise efficiency.
• Complete mandatory paperwork and work within our menu plans.
• Support the introduction of new processes and contribute to continuous improvement.

Requirements

• City & Guilds / NVQ qualifications or equivalent in-house training.
• At least 1 years’ experience as a chef .
• Strong understanding of Food Hygiene and Safety standards.
• Experience in contract catering and managing a medium-sized kitchen (preferred).
• Positive, outgoing attitude and a genuine passion for food and teamwork.
• Eager to learn, adapt, and grow with a dynamic company.
• Looking for a term-time only role, with school holidays off.
• A manual driving licence an advantage but not essential

Why Join Us

• Be part of a fast-growing, innovative catering company where your ideas and energy make a difference.
• Work in a supportive environment with direct access to senior leaders and development opportunities.
• Enjoy a hands-on role that lets you focus on what you love—creating great food and leading a team.
• Benefit from a family-like culture where staff are valued, supported, and celebrated.
• Take pride in making a positive impact on pupils’ health and school experience.
• Flexible, term-time schedule—perfect for work-life balance.

As a candidate you will be perfect for us if you can deliver all of the above and the role could be perfect for you if you are looking for aterm time only rolethat allows you to spend your time at home during the school holidays.