Second Chef

School Second Chef Contract: Term Time Only (39 weeks per year) Hours: MondayFriday, 40 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a skilled and experienced School Second Chef to join our team. In this role, you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for students and staff. Youll also help lead and motivate the kitchen team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in a busy school environment. Key Responsibilities Assist the Head Chef in preparing and serving balanced, healthy, and appealing meals. Supervise and support kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food production and service. Ensure full compliance with food hygiene , health and safety , and allergy management regulations. Manage stock control , ordering, and deliveries to maintain kitchen efficiency. Contribute to menu planning and innovation in line with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Support the training and development of kitchen team members. Requirements Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within education or contract catering. Strong culinary skills with a sound understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Up-to-date knowledge of food hygiene and health 'safety regulations. Ability to train, mentor, and motivate other team members. Benefits Excellent worklife balance term-time only, Monday to Friday. Meals on duty provided. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme , including free CBT sessions and wellbeing support. Access to a Mental Health First Aider during office hours. Opportunities for career development and progression . TPBN1_UKCT

Created: 2025-10-14