School Chefs - Bath

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting experienced School Chefs for temporary assignments across Bath and surrounding areas ahead of the new term in September. You will prepare nutritious meals, support kitchen operations, and uphold hygiene standards in educational catering settings.

A current Enhanced DBS and Food Hygiene Level 3 are required. Roles include covering shifts, holidays, sickness, and busy periods with flexible schedules, paying up to £23 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous chef experience in schools or education catering
• Current Enhanced DBS Certificate
• Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate
• Strong understanding of allergens and dietary requirements
• Reliable and able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff
• Support daily kitchen operations
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health and safety
• Cater for allergens and special dietary requirements
• Assist with stock control, food preparation and kitchen cleanliness

Skills

Food hygiene

Independence

Allergen awareness

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate

Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate

Job description

School Chefs - Bath are needed for temporary assignments across Bath and nearby schools, with placements beginning in September. Weekly pay and holiday pay are provided, with rates reaching £23.00 per hour dependent on experience. Berkeley Scott seeks dependable culinary professionals who can adapt quickly to various primary and secondary school kitchens.

Responsibilities include preparing balanced meals for pupils and staff, assisting with daily kitchen operations, and upholding rigorous hygiene standards. An enhanced DBS check is mandatory. These roles suit chefs comfortable with shift changes, covering absences and busy periods, while delivering consistent quality within educational catering settings.

School Chefs Required – Enhanced DBS Essential September Starts Available | Bath and Surrounding Locations | Up to andpound;23.00 per Hour (DOE)

Berkeley Scott are recruiting experienced School Chefs for a range of temporary assignments across Bath and the surrounding locations ahead of the new school term in September. We work with a variety of primary schools, secondary schools, academies and educational settings, providing temporary chef cover for holidays, sickness, vacancies and additional operational support. We are looking for dependable chefs who can hit the ground running in busy catering environments.

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 and 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:

• Pay rates of up to andpound;23.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Weekly pay and 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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