Term-Time Area Chef: Lead School Dining & Menu Innovation

Aspens Services Ltd.; Hitchin; Remote; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

School-term schedule

Term-time hours

Term-time work locations

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd. is seeking an Area Chef to lead school kitchen teams across the Hitchin area, delivering healthy, tasty menus that engage students and staff.

You will travel between schools with a full UK driving licence, manage menus, lead kitchen staff, and ensure Food Hygiene and safety compliance in education catering.

This permanent role offers term-time hours, 25 hours per week over 38 weeks per year, with a pay rate of £14–£15.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a catering environment with fresh ingredients.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety practices and Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3 certification.
• Full UK driving licence to travel between schools.

Responsibilities

• Menu Excellence: expert preparation of menus using fresh ingredients.
• Team Leadership: supervise and motivate kitchen team for smooth service.
• Safety Champion: ensure compliance with Food Hygiene, Allergen and Health and Safety regs.
• Building Community: develop strong relationships with school clients and students.

Skills

Team leadership

Self-motivated

Initiative

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3

Job description

Aspens Services Ltd. is seeking an Area Chef to lead school kitchen teams across the Hitchin area, delivering healthy, tasty menus that engage students and staff.

You will travel between schools with a full UK driving licence, manage menus, lead kitchen staff, and ensure Food Hygiene and safety compliance in education catering.

This permanent role offers term-time hours, 25 hours per week over 38 weeks per year, with a pay rate of £14–£15.50 per hour.