Commis Chef

About the role

School Location: Danes Hill School , Leatherhead, KT22 0JG

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3pm (37.5 hours per week)

Working Weeks: 34.4 weeks per year (term time only)

What you'll be doing

As a Cook, you'll prepare fresh, seasonal meals for our independent schools. You'll focus on quality, presentation, and portioning to meet the expectations of students and staff.

Your responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking meals from scratch using fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Supporting menu planning and adapting dishes to dietary requirements
• Preparing and assisting with catering events, banquets, and special functions
• Ensuring the kitchen is clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards
• Working closely with the team to deliver consistently excellent meals

Skills & experience

• Previous catering experience, ideally in a professional or high-volume environment
• Passion for high-quality food, presentation, and attention to detail
• Experience or willingness to support catering events and special functions
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe preparation practices
• Team player with strong organisational skills
• Opportunities for professional development and culinary training
• Work as part of a highly professional team in prestigious schools
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you!

A kitchen visit, trade test and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.

We are committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.