Term-Time School Chef: Lead Kitchen & Healthy Meals

Blue Arrow - Coventry; East Leake; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Training and career development

Supportive team

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting a School Chef to support multiple Leicestershire school sites. You will plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals aligning with school guidelines, while managing kitchen operations and leading assistants.

DBS Enhanced is required, with term-time hours offering a healthy work-life balance. Competitive hourly pay starts at £16+, with opportunities for training and development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven chef experience, ideally in education or large-scale catering.
• Passion for healthy food and high presentation standards.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work across multiple school sites in Leicester.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook balanced meals in line with school dietary guidelines.
• Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering, stock control, and hygiene standards.
• Lead and support kitchen assistants to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment.
• Cater for special dietary requirements and allergens.

Skills

Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

Job description

Blue Arrow is recruiting a School Chef to support multiple Leicestershire school sites. You will plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals aligning with school guidelines, while managing kitchen operations and leading assistants.

DBS Enhanced is required, with term-time hours offering a healthy work-life balance. Competitive hourly pay starts at £16+, with opportunities for training and development in a supportive team environment.