School Chef

School Chef - Education & Healthcare (DBS Required)

Location: Reading
Pay Rate: From £16 per hour (dependent on experience and client requirements)
Job Type: Flexible / Temporary (with potential for permanent opportunities)

About the Role

Berkeley Scott, one of the UK's leading hospitality recruitment agencies, is currently recruiting an experienced and passionate School Chef to support a variety of clients within the Education and Healthcare sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for chefs seeking weekday work, work life balance, and the potential to secure long term or permanent placements in school kitchens.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and cooking nutritious, balanced meals for students and staff
• Planning menus in line with school guidelines and dietary requirements
• Ensuring high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness
• Managing stock, ordering supplies, and minimising waste
• Supervising and supporting kitchen assistants during service
• Adhering to all food safety and health & safety regulations

What We're Looking For

• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce) - essential
• Right to work in the UK
• Minimum 6 months' experience as a Chef (preferably in schools or similar environments)
• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or equivalent)
• Two employment references
• Strong reliability, organisation, and excellent timekeeping
• A passion for providing healthy meals for children and young people

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay from £16.00
• Flexible working to fit your availability
• Weekends off - ideal for work life balance
• Opportunities for overtime if desired
• The chance to work with a respected, nationwide agency
• Potential for permanent school chef placements
• Refer a friend scheme: Earn a £50 Amazon voucher after 10 shifts

Ready for a rewarding chef role with great work-life balance? Apply today and become part of a supportive school kitchen team.