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Relief Chef - School's (Permanent)

2 June by COREcruitment

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Greater London -London
Salary:
£34,000 - £36,000/annum + Monday to Friday

Relief Chef – School’s – South London/Kent or North-East London – £34,000 - £36,000

We're recruiting Relief Chefs for a leading education catering business operating across primary and secondary schools throughout London and the South-East.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie looking to move into education catering and enjoy a better work-life balance while still working in a variety of kitchens and environments

The Offer

  • £34,000 - £36,000 salary
  • Term-time only + 2 additional working weeks
  • Monday to Friday operation
  • Mileage and travel expenses paid
  • Company pension scheme
  • Free meals on duty
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Strong work-life balance

The Operation

  • Leading education catering business.
  • Mixture of primary and secondary school contracts.
  • Multi-site relief role supporting schools across the region.
  • Fresh food-focused catering operations.
  • Monday to Friday service.
  • Supporting sites during holidays, vacancies, training and operational requirements.
  • 5 positions available across South London and Kent.
  • 5 positions available across North-East London.

The Role

  • Support kitchen teams across multiple school sites.
  • Prepare and deliver fresh food to company standards.
  • Assist with breakfast and lunch service.
  • Support Head Chefs and Chef Managers during periods of absence.
  • Maintain food safety, HACCP and health & safety standards.
  • Assist with stock control and ordering where required.
  • Adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and teams.
  • Support contract mobilisations and new site openings.
  • Deliver consistently high food quality and presentation standards.
  • Build positive relationships with site teams and clients.

About You

  • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie.
  • School catering experience not essential.
  • MUST have a driver’s licence and car.
  • Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com

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