Term-Time School Chef - Nutritious Meals

Caterlink LTD; London Borough of Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blended learning programme (Apprentice

Work-life balance

Employee discount platform

Employee assistance program

Pensions scheme

Job summary

Caterlink is recruiting an Assistant Chef / Cook for Hayes College in Hayes to ensure nutritionally balanced and tasty meals for students. You will be organised, hardworking and passionate about high food quality, presentation and service, while delivering efficient student-focused service.

The role includes planning, preparing and cooking meals, briefing kitchen teams, maintaining food safety and HACCP standards, and completing company records.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety in Catering certificate.
• Level 2 Health and Safety qualification or equivalent training.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, allergen management and cross-contamination prevention.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and safe food storage.
• Understanding of special dietary requirements and allergen controls, particularly when catering for students with additional needs.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion control, food safety procedures and HACCP requirements.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment is desirable.
• Good teamwork, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparing and cooking of meals to the required standard.
• Brief kitchen teams on menus and service, ensuring smooth operation.
• Ensure all food safety and health and safety procedures are applied consistently.
• Carry out company bookwork and related administrative tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Food safety awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Safety in Catering certificate

Level 2 Health and Safety qualification or equivalent training

Job description

Caterlink is recruiting an Assistant Chef / Cook for Hayes College in Hayes to ensure nutritionally balanced and tasty meals for students. You will be organised, hardworking and passionate about high food quality, presentation and service, while delivering efficient student-focused service.

The role includes planning, preparing and cooking meals, briefing kitchen teams, maintaining food safety and HACCP standards, and completing company records.