School Chef — Lead Healthy School Meals (Term-Time)

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL; Stainforth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlement

LGPS pension

Wellbeing support

Development opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is recruiting a part-time School Chef (CDC) based in Stainforth, Doncaster. The role runs 31.25 hours per week during term time plus 6 days, with duties in a busy school kitchen and supervision of a small team. Salary is £27,274–£28,153 (pro-rata) for this permanent post.

Applicants should have experience in commercial cooking, strong communication skills, and the ability to supervise staff while preparing nutritious meals for pupils. Closing date 8 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Clear communication in a school kitchen.
• Experience cooking in a commercial setting.
• Experience supervising staff and food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a friendly team serving healthy, nutritious meals in schools.
• Communicate effectively with school staff and pupils.
• Perform food preparation skills and monitor kitchen operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial cooking

Staff supervision

Job description

City of Doncaster Council is recruiting a part-time School Chef (CDC) based in Stainforth, Doncaster. The role runs 31.25 hours per week during term time plus 6 days, with duties in a busy school kitchen and supervision of a small team. Salary is £27,274–£28,153 (pro-rata) for this permanent post.

Applicants should have experience in commercial cooking, strong communication skills, and the ability to supervise staff while preparing nutritious meals for pupils. Closing date 8 October 2026.