School Chef

Kedleston Group Limited; Cheam; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health programme

Retail & travel discounts

Cycle to work

Life cover

Job summary

Brookways School is seeking a dedicated School Chef to prepare nutritious meals for pupils, following menus and dietary requirements. The role involves cooking, maintaining hygiene, and working with a team to serve meals on time.

The position is term-time only (39 weeks plus 6 weeks holiday) with 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 2:30pm. The school offers ongoing training and a supportive environment, with a focus on healthy, appealing school meals.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, preferably in a school or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Friendly, approachable and passionate about quality food.
• Relevant food hygiene qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals in line with school menus.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Manage food storage, stock levels and supplies.
• Follow food safety regulations and school policies.
• Work as part of a team to serve meals on time.
• Assist in planning menus for balanced student meals.

Skills

School catering experience

Food safety knowledge

Fast-paced kitchen

Friendly, approachable

Food hygiene qualifications

Job description

Hours: 35 hours per week – Monday – Friday 7.30am - 2.30pm

Term time only – 39 weeks + 6 weeks holiday allowance

Brookways School is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic School Chef to join our team. You will play a key role in preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our students, ensuring they have the energy to learn and grow.

What you’ll be doing:

• Prepare and cook a variety of healthy meals in line with school menus and dietary requirements.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Manage food storage, stock levels, and kitchen supplies.
• Follow food safety regulations and school policies.
• Work efficiently as part of a team to serve meals on time.
• Assist in planning menus to provide balanced and appealing meals for students.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in catering, preferably in a school or similar environment.
• A good understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Friendly and approachable, with a passion for providing great food.
• Relevant food hygiene qualifications

Why work for us?

• Supportive and friendly school community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Who are we?

Brookways School is an independent specialist day school in North Cheam, London designed with a state-of-the-art learning environment which has been created to meet the needs of young people with autism.

Our school offers a calm, quiet, safe, positive and nurturing place where young people can learn and grow.

Brookways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and only recruit individuals suitable to work with children, subject to thorough vetting. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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