Temporary School Chef - Fresh, Nutritious Pupils' Meals

Manpower Group (UK); Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Group (UK) is seeking an experienced School Chef in Oxford to join a friendly catering team. The role is a temporary 4-week assignment with potential extension, working 23.75 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 2:30pm.

The position requires a valid Enhanced DBS check and the ability to prepare nutritious meals in line with school menus and dietary needs. Competitive pay up to £13.20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally in school/education or high-volume catering.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices.
• Ability to cook from scratch and adapt recipes to dietary needs (gluten/dairy/allergies).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present school meals to a high standard following menus/recipes.
• Ensure meals meet nutritional guidelines and dietary requirements.
• Maintain food hygiene, health and safety, and COSHH compliance.
• Support portion control, plating and timely service.
• Assist with stock checks and kitchen cleanliness.
• Work with the Catering Manager and wider team.
• Complete required food hygiene and safeguarding training.

Skills

Experience as a Chef

Teamwork

Food hygiene knowledge

Able to cook from scratch

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Manpower Group (UK) is seeking an experienced School Chef in Oxford to join a friendly catering team. The role is a temporary 4-week assignment with potential extension, working 23.75 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 2:30pm.

The position requires a valid Enhanced DBS check and the ability to prepare nutritious meals in line with school menus and dietary needs. Competitive pay up to £13.20 per hour.