Love food? Join us as a Chef. We're looking for passionate and talented Chefs to join the John Lewis Partnership on a flexible 0-hour contract . Whether you're preparing meals in our stores, supporting our Partner Dining Rooms, working in stunning hotel locations, or inspiring others in our Waitrose Cookery Schools-you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences. No matter where you're based, one thing stays the same: quality, creativity, and pride in every plate. What you'll be doing Preparing and presenting , high-quality dishes in a busy kitchen environment Working with the finest seasonal ingredients Keeping kitchens clean, safe, and fully compliant with food safety standards Managing stock and helping minimise food waste Supporting menu creation and development Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Helping to train and develop fellow Partners In some roles, you may also engage directly with customers-sharing your passion for food and helping them build their skills. What we're looking for A genuine passion for food and high standards Ability to stay calm and organised in a busy environment Strong attention to detail and food hygiene Working within a team who's keen to learn and support others Flexibility to work varied shifts as part of a 0-hour contract What's in it for you? Flexible working to fit around your way of life Opportunities across unique locations-from stores to hotels and cookery schools Ongoing training and career development Clear progression pathways within our catering teams A supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Love food? Join us as a Chef. We're looking for passionate and talented Chefs to join the John Lewis Partnership on a flexible 0-hour contract . Whether you're preparing meals in our stores, supporting our Partner Dining Rooms, working in stunning hotel locations, or inspiring others in our Waitrose Cookery Schools-you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences. No matter where you're based, one thing stays the same: quality, creativity, and pride in every plate. What you'll be doing Preparing and presenting , high-quality dishes in a busy kitchen environment Working with the finest seasonal ingredients Keeping kitchens clean, safe, and fully compliant with food safety standards Managing stock and helping minimise food waste Supporting menu creation and development Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Helping to train and develop fellow Partners In some roles, you may also engage directly with customers-sharing your passion for food and helping them build their skills. What we're looking for A genuine passion for food and high standards Ability to stay calm and organised in a busy environment Strong attention to detail and food hygiene Working within a team who's keen to learn and support others Flexibility to work varied shifts as part of a 0-hour contract What's in it for you? Flexible working to fit around your way of life Opportunities across unique locations-from stores to hotels and cookery schools Ongoing training and career development Clear progression pathways within our catering teams A supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Relief Chefs Needed in Manchester - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Relief Chefs Needed in Manchester - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Relief Chefs Needed across the Wirral - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Relief Chefs Needed across the Wirral - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . Hours for this role is around 7am-2pm, Monday to Friday ongoing in term time, with flexibility. This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . Hours for this role is around 7am-2pm, Monday to Friday ongoing in term time, with flexibility. This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Relief Chefs Needed in Liverpool - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Relief Chefs Needed in Liverpool - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . Hours for this role is around 7am-2pm, Monday to Friday ongoing in term time, with flexibility. This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . Hours for this role is around 7am-2pm, Monday to Friday ongoing in term time, with flexibility. This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Catering Assistant Location: Frensham, Farnham Salary: £17,845 per annum Vacancy Type: Founded in 1906, Edgeborough is one of the leading, co-educational, independent Prep schools in Surrey situated in 50 acres of outstanding countryside in Frensham, Farnham. The in-house catering department is responsible in delivering a wide and varied food provision for the School community, both boarding and day pupils. The department is managed by the Operations Manager, who is responsible for the Catering and Cleaning on site. The team consists of Head Chef, sous chef, pastry chef, front of House supervisor with 11 further members of the team. The Role Edgeborough School is seeking a highly motivated Catering Assistant to help deliver a quality catering service in line with health, safety, allergens and hygiene requirements. The Catering Assistant plays an important role in delivering a high-quality catering service within the school. The role involves supporting food preparation, maintaining excellent standards of hygiene and cleanliness, and helping to ensure a smooth and efficient food service throughout the school day. The successful candidate will provide a friendly and professional service to pupils, staff, and visitors while contributing positively to the wider catering team. Main Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and presentation of school meals to a high standard. Prepare morning fruit and afternoon snacks for pupils throughout the school. Prepare fresh fruit pots for lunch and supper service. Prepare sandwiches and refreshments for after-school clubs, match teas, meetings, and events. Support the Head Chef in ensuring food is prepared and served on time. Ensure all food preparation and presentation meets the school's standards, with careful attention given to allergens and dietary requirements. Minimise food waste and follow portion control guidelines to support cost-effective operations. Provide a courteous, friendly, and efficient service to pupils, staff, and visitors at all times. Person Specification Friendly, caring, approachable manner. Flexible approach to changing circumstances. Able to use initiative and work without supervision, and either as part of a team or as a lone worker. Physically fit as this role can require frequent manual handling. Ability to manage time effectively. Calm and reassuring, especially in an emergency situation. Utterly discrete and capable of handling confidentiality appropriately. Willing, polite and professionally welcoming. Punctual, reliable and trustworthy. Diligent with great attention to detail. Committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Team player who is able to work in harmony with others. Willing to undertake any training relevant to the role. Desirable: Previous experience of working in a school environment Level 2 Food Safety Certificate. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Edgeborough School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. the closing date for applications is 29 June 2026 Interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 6 July 2026
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Catering Assistant Location: Frensham, Farnham Salary: £17,845 per annum Vacancy Type: Founded in 1906, Edgeborough is one of the leading, co-educational, independent Prep schools in Surrey situated in 50 acres of outstanding countryside in Frensham, Farnham. The in-house catering department is responsible in delivering a wide and varied food provision for the School community, both boarding and day pupils. The department is managed by the Operations Manager, who is responsible for the Catering and Cleaning on site. The team consists of Head Chef, sous chef, pastry chef, front of House supervisor with 11 further members of the team. The Role Edgeborough School is seeking a highly motivated Catering Assistant to help deliver a quality catering service in line with health, safety, allergens and hygiene requirements. The Catering Assistant plays an important role in delivering a high-quality catering service within the school. The role involves supporting food preparation, maintaining excellent standards of hygiene and cleanliness, and helping to ensure a smooth and efficient food service throughout the school day. The successful candidate will provide a friendly and professional service to pupils, staff, and visitors while contributing positively to the wider catering team. Main Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and presentation of school meals to a high standard. Prepare morning fruit and afternoon snacks for pupils throughout the school. Prepare fresh fruit pots for lunch and supper service. Prepare sandwiches and refreshments for after-school clubs, match teas, meetings, and events. Support the Head Chef in ensuring food is prepared and served on time. Ensure all food preparation and presentation meets the school's standards, with careful attention given to allergens and dietary requirements. Minimise food waste and follow portion control guidelines to support cost-effective operations. Provide a courteous, friendly, and efficient service to pupils, staff, and visitors at all times. Person Specification Friendly, caring, approachable manner. Flexible approach to changing circumstances. Able to use initiative and work without supervision, and either as part of a team or as a lone worker. Physically fit as this role can require frequent manual handling. Ability to manage time effectively. Calm and reassuring, especially in an emergency situation. Utterly discrete and capable of handling confidentiality appropriately. Willing, polite and professionally welcoming. Punctual, reliable and trustworthy. Diligent with great attention to detail. Committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Team player who is able to work in harmony with others. Willing to undertake any training relevant to the role. Desirable: Previous experience of working in a school environment Level 2 Food Safety Certificate. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Edgeborough School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. the closing date for applications is 29 June 2026 Interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 6 July 2026
Calling all CHEF DE PARTIE to work with our clients all over London: Private Members clubs. Conference centers. Hospitality Chefs. Schools (enhanced DBS) You ONLY NEED your own WHITES + KNIVES and DBS CHECKED (only application with DBS will be consider) We offer: Contract Catering. Full time or flexible hours (Available shifts generally Monday to Friday during the day with weekend shifts also available). Attractive Rates of Pay starting from 17 p/h upwards. If you are highly driven, hardworking, and can keep up with a fast paced kitchen environment please send through your up to date CV today to apply and start working with us straight away. INDLC
Jun 23, 2026
Seasonal
Calling all CHEF DE PARTIE to work with our clients all over London: Private Members clubs. Conference centers. Hospitality Chefs. Schools (enhanced DBS) You ONLY NEED your own WHITES + KNIVES and DBS CHECKED (only application with DBS will be consider) We offer: Contract Catering. Full time or flexible hours (Available shifts generally Monday to Friday during the day with weekend shifts also available). Attractive Rates of Pay starting from 17 p/h upwards. If you are highly driven, hardworking, and can keep up with a fast paced kitchen environment please send through your up to date CV today to apply and start working with us straight away. INDLC
This role is a unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate, hands-on Chef and Trainer to join our rapidly growing charity and support our mission to transform kids health through food in schools in a new region. This role will be critical in delivering our flagship programme Transformations and work directly with school kitchen teams across the North West and North East of England. Who we are Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids health, through improving school food & food education. We focus our efforts in areas of high socio-economic deprivation, where more than a third of children are entitled to free school meals, and diet-related disease is driving further inequality. We support and train school kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share learning and resources, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead. We re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well. About you and the role This role is responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of the Chefs in Schools Transformation Programme across the North West and North East of England. The Transformation Programme is our flagship year-long initiative, designed to support school kitchen teams and senior leadership teams in serving the best, freshest, and most nutritious food possible. Through this programme, we transform school lunches, upskill kitchen staff, and integrate food education into the heart of the school culture, ensuring that high-quality, scratch-cooked meals become the standard for every pupil. As a Chef Trainer, you will act as a pivotal, hands-on ambassador for this mission, supporting kitchen teams, school leadership and the wider school community to embed a high quality, sustainable school food culture in schools. You will support development of the programme s pipeline and join a brilliant, passionate and experienced team of Chef Trainers, with the opportunity to connect, share and learn from one another. A key component of this role involves being based in schools for 2 3 weeks at a time, working directly on-site to implement the programme. You will travel to different locations across the North West and North East, supporting schools to build high-quality, sustainable food cultures. During your first year, the focus will be specifically on the North West region, ranging from Manchester to the Wirral, where you will help establish Chefs in Schools reputation for positive change. The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don t meet every requirement but feel you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important experience is passion for our mission. We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you re at ease. We re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know. As we work with children and young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy. Key responsibilities: Programme Delivery & Training: Inspire, train and cook with chefs, cooks and kitchen teams in the preparation of fresh, nutritious food to meet specified standards, imparting your passion for fresh, quality food and building capability across client schools in line with the Chefs in Schools model. Deliver and oversee Transformation Programme delivery in schools within the region, ensuring high quality outcomes aligned to programme objectives and proposals, including check-ins to support proposal and pipeline development. Work closely with Head Chefs, Headteachers and School Business Managers to provide fair assessment of culinary ability for existing and new Head Chefs including skills tests. Support with recommended kitchen structures at Transformation schools using the Kitchen Brigade system. Advise and guide Head Chefs, Kitchen Teams and School Business Managers to improve uptake, menu development and School Food Standards compliance. Advise on reputable, quality and cost-effective suppliers to support schools to reduce cost per meal per child without sacrificing food quality. Including light-touch auditing and development of procurement suppliers in the region. Encourage schools to monitor, control and reduce kitchen, service and food waste. Train kitchen staff to follow up-to-date Health and Safety and hygiene policies and procedures, alongside latest EHO, Food Standards Agency and Allergen guidance. Work with the Senior Programme Manager to develop training materials that support the charity s wider work, ensuring training plans reflect the latest relevant guidance including EHO, Food Standards Agency and Allergen guidance. Support schools to develop a whole-school food culture through food education with pupils, aligned to School Food Standards, and the creation of scratch-cooked, delicious and nutritious school food. Transformation Programme Development: Support growing regional brand awareness, in partnership and alignment with the Senior Programme Manager. Visit potential new school clients to assess kitchens and kitchen teams (check-ins) within the region, working with the Senior Programme Manager to support proposal and pipeline development as required. Support the onboarding of new schools based on the outcome of check-ins conducted and proposals. Support in maintaining, improving and running the programme, and Innovations, School Chef Educator and Membership programme needs as required. Administration & Measurement: Support with monitoring and capturing of programme KPIs of Transformation schools, measuring success against Chefs in Schools benchmarking and keeping the Senior Programme Manager updated on any variances. Support with case study development working in partnership with the Comms and Fundraising team. Report any complaints or serious incidents to the Senior Programme Manager and follow relevant actions related to Chefs in Schools Escalation and Tracking processes. Essential Skills & Experience: You have interest and belief in our mission to improve kids health through improving food and food education in schools. You have significant professional experience as a chef (minimum of 5 years), ideally with a background in schools, high-volume catering or institutional cooking. You have experience training or mentoring kitchen staff, including building culinary capability and culture change. You are confident in assessing culinary skills and advising on kitchen structure, menus and supplier choices. You are organised, methodical and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. You are a strong communicator able to build trusting relationships with different types of stakeholders. You have a sound understanding of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Allergen regulations and School Food Standards. Desirable skills & experience: Experience working in a school or educational setting. Comfortable with data capture, reporting and keeping accurate records. Familiarity with the Kitchen Brigade system or equivalent kitchen management structures. Experience working with or for a charity or social enterprise. A full UK driving licence. Benefits You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights. We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice. We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
This role is a unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate, hands-on Chef and Trainer to join our rapidly growing charity and support our mission to transform kids health through food in schools in a new region. This role will be critical in delivering our flagship programme Transformations and work directly with school kitchen teams across the North West and North East of England. Who we are Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids health, through improving school food & food education. We focus our efforts in areas of high socio-economic deprivation, where more than a third of children are entitled to free school meals, and diet-related disease is driving further inequality. We support and train school kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share learning and resources, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead. We re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well. About you and the role This role is responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of the Chefs in Schools Transformation Programme across the North West and North East of England. The Transformation Programme is our flagship year-long initiative, designed to support school kitchen teams and senior leadership teams in serving the best, freshest, and most nutritious food possible. Through this programme, we transform school lunches, upskill kitchen staff, and integrate food education into the heart of the school culture, ensuring that high-quality, scratch-cooked meals become the standard for every pupil. As a Chef Trainer, you will act as a pivotal, hands-on ambassador for this mission, supporting kitchen teams, school leadership and the wider school community to embed a high quality, sustainable school food culture in schools. You will support development of the programme s pipeline and join a brilliant, passionate and experienced team of Chef Trainers, with the opportunity to connect, share and learn from one another. A key component of this role involves being based in schools for 2 3 weeks at a time, working directly on-site to implement the programme. You will travel to different locations across the North West and North East, supporting schools to build high-quality, sustainable food cultures. During your first year, the focus will be specifically on the North West region, ranging from Manchester to the Wirral, where you will help establish Chefs in Schools reputation for positive change. The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don t meet every requirement but feel you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important experience is passion for our mission. We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you re at ease. We re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know. As we work with children and young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy. Key responsibilities: Programme Delivery & Training: Inspire, train and cook with chefs, cooks and kitchen teams in the preparation of fresh, nutritious food to meet specified standards, imparting your passion for fresh, quality food and building capability across client schools in line with the Chefs in Schools model. Deliver and oversee Transformation Programme delivery in schools within the region, ensuring high quality outcomes aligned to programme objectives and proposals, including check-ins to support proposal and pipeline development. Work closely with Head Chefs, Headteachers and School Business Managers to provide fair assessment of culinary ability for existing and new Head Chefs including skills tests. Support with recommended kitchen structures at Transformation schools using the Kitchen Brigade system. Advise and guide Head Chefs, Kitchen Teams and School Business Managers to improve uptake, menu development and School Food Standards compliance. Advise on reputable, quality and cost-effective suppliers to support schools to reduce cost per meal per child without sacrificing food quality. Including light-touch auditing and development of procurement suppliers in the region. Encourage schools to monitor, control and reduce kitchen, service and food waste. Train kitchen staff to follow up-to-date Health and Safety and hygiene policies and procedures, alongside latest EHO, Food Standards Agency and Allergen guidance. Work with the Senior Programme Manager to develop training materials that support the charity s wider work, ensuring training plans reflect the latest relevant guidance including EHO, Food Standards Agency and Allergen guidance. Support schools to develop a whole-school food culture through food education with pupils, aligned to School Food Standards, and the creation of scratch-cooked, delicious and nutritious school food. Transformation Programme Development: Support growing regional brand awareness, in partnership and alignment with the Senior Programme Manager. Visit potential new school clients to assess kitchens and kitchen teams (check-ins) within the region, working with the Senior Programme Manager to support proposal and pipeline development as required. Support the onboarding of new schools based on the outcome of check-ins conducted and proposals. Support in maintaining, improving and running the programme, and Innovations, School Chef Educator and Membership programme needs as required. Administration & Measurement: Support with monitoring and capturing of programme KPIs of Transformation schools, measuring success against Chefs in Schools benchmarking and keeping the Senior Programme Manager updated on any variances. Support with case study development working in partnership with the Comms and Fundraising team. Report any complaints or serious incidents to the Senior Programme Manager and follow relevant actions related to Chefs in Schools Escalation and Tracking processes. Essential Skills & Experience: You have interest and belief in our mission to improve kids health through improving food and food education in schools. You have significant professional experience as a chef (minimum of 5 years), ideally with a background in schools, high-volume catering or institutional cooking. You have experience training or mentoring kitchen staff, including building culinary capability and culture change. You are confident in assessing culinary skills and advising on kitchen structure, menus and supplier choices. You are organised, methodical and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. You are a strong communicator able to build trusting relationships with different types of stakeholders. You have a sound understanding of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Allergen regulations and School Food Standards. Desirable skills & experience: Experience working in a school or educational setting. Comfortable with data capture, reporting and keeping accurate records. Familiarity with the Kitchen Brigade system or equivalent kitchen management structures. Experience working with or for a charity or social enterprise. A full UK driving licence. Benefits You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights. We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice. We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: Howard of Effingham, KT24 5JR Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £38,000 per year Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), Free meals onshift & IFG uniform Company pension and other great IFG benefits Your Background We re open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We re not in the business of making school food, we re here to make good food, after all, that s why our clients and customers love us! What s in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers Next steps If you think you ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit 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 disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a 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.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: Howard of Effingham, KT24 5JR Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £38,000 per year Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), Free meals onshift & IFG uniform Company pension and other great IFG benefits Your Background We re open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We re not in the business of making school food, we re here to make good food, after all, that s why our clients and customers love us! What s in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers Next steps If you think you ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit 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 disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a 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.
Blue Arrow - Peterborough
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Chefs Needed - Peterborough Peterborough & surrounding areas £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Peterborough , supporting a variety of clients including restaurants, contract catering sites, schools, care homes, and events click apply for full job details
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
Chefs Needed - Peterborough Peterborough & surrounding areas £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Peterborough , supporting a variety of clients including restaurants, contract catering sites, schools, care homes, and events click apply for full job details
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Cook Manager School Location: Rushall Primary SChool & Oakwood School Pelsall Lane, WS4 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am-3.30pm (35 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £22,575 per Annum What will I be doing? As a Cook Manager , you ll lead a friendly kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to students each day. This is a hands-on management role, where you ll oversee the kitchen, support your team, and ensure smooth service. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school Planning menus, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Liaising directly with onsite clients and stakeholders Ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently We re not in the business of making school food we re here to make great food , and that s why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We re looking for an experienced Cook/Chef Manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for food. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Skilled in preparing fresh, seasonal food Strong people management and team leadership skills Good organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations If you re enthusiastic about cooking and leading a team to deliver quality food, we want to hear from you. What s in it for you? This role offers an excellent work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meal on shift and provided uniform Plus: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives, including chances to win shopping vouchers You ll also have the chance to help children explore healthy eating and build positive food habits that last a lifetime. Next steps If this sounds like the right role for you, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test & kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a 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.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Cook Manager School Location: Rushall Primary SChool & Oakwood School Pelsall Lane, WS4 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am-3.30pm (35 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £22,575 per Annum What will I be doing? As a Cook Manager , you ll lead a friendly kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to students each day. This is a hands-on management role, where you ll oversee the kitchen, support your team, and ensure smooth service. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school Planning menus, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Liaising directly with onsite clients and stakeholders Ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently We re not in the business of making school food we re here to make great food , and that s why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We re looking for an experienced Cook/Chef Manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for food. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Skilled in preparing fresh, seasonal food Strong people management and team leadership skills Good organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations If you re enthusiastic about cooking and leading a team to deliver quality food, we want to hear from you. What s in it for you? This role offers an excellent work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meal on shift and provided uniform Plus: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives, including chances to win shopping vouchers You ll also have the chance to help children explore healthy eating and build positive food habits that last a lifetime. Next steps If this sounds like the right role for you, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test & kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a 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.
Blue Arrow - Peterborough
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Chefs Needed - Cambridge Cambridge & surrounding areas £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Cambridge , supporting a variety of clients including restaurants, contract catering sites, schools, care homes, and events click apply for full job details
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
Chefs Needed - Cambridge Cambridge & surrounding areas £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Cambridge , supporting a variety of clients including restaurants, contract catering sites, schools, care homes, and events click apply for full job details
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. About the role Job Title: Chef/ Cook School Location: Vale of York - Secondary, Clifton, YO30 6ZS (& Local schools) Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am - 2pm (30 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time, inset days) Pay Details: £17,092.50 per year What will I be doing? As a Chef , you ll support the onsite Chef Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals for students and staff. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of main meals and snacks Cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients for high-volume service (200+ covers) Supporting with occasional counter service and till work Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen and dining environment at all times What are we looking for? We re not going to overload you with buzzwords - we re simply looking for great chefs who care about food. Experience as a chef, ideally within a school or contract catering environment (but not essential) A passion for cooking with fresh ingredients and delivering quality food Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen Strong teamwork and communication skills A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards Reliability and pride in maintaining high standards We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we re proud to have chefs with restaurant-quality experience working in our schools. If you re passionate about food and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. We re not in the business of making school food, we re here to make great food . That s why our customers love us. What s in it for you? This role offers a fantastic work-life balance: No evenings or weekends School holidays off No late nights or split shifts Plus, you ll benefit from: Free meals on shift Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications A staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers You ll also have the chance to build meaningful relationships with students, helping them explore new cuisines and develop a positive relationship with food that lasts a lifetime. Interested? If you think you ve got what it takes, we d love to hear from you! Please note: A trade test will be required as part of the recruitment process. 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 supply the cost for. We are a 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.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. About the role Job Title: Chef/ Cook School Location: Vale of York - Secondary, Clifton, YO30 6ZS (& Local schools) Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am - 2pm (30 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time, inset days) Pay Details: £17,092.50 per year What will I be doing? As a Chef , you ll support the onsite Chef Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals for students and staff. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of main meals and snacks Cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients for high-volume service (200+ covers) Supporting with occasional counter service and till work Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen and dining environment at all times What are we looking for? We re not going to overload you with buzzwords - we re simply looking for great chefs who care about food. Experience as a chef, ideally within a school or contract catering environment (but not essential) A passion for cooking with fresh ingredients and delivering quality food Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen Strong teamwork and communication skills A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards Reliability and pride in maintaining high standards We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we re proud to have chefs with restaurant-quality experience working in our schools. If you re passionate about food and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. We re not in the business of making school food, we re here to make great food . That s why our customers love us. What s in it for you? This role offers a fantastic work-life balance: No evenings or weekends School holidays off No late nights or split shifts Plus, you ll benefit from: Free meals on shift Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications A staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers You ll also have the chance to build meaningful relationships with students, helping them explore new cuisines and develop a positive relationship with food that lasts a lifetime. Interested? If you think you ve got what it takes, we d love to hear from you! Please note: A trade test will be required as part of the recruitment process. 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 supply the cost for. We are a 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.
Job Opportunity: School Chef - Across Leicestershire Location: Leicestershire Pay Rate: From £16.00 per hour DBS Check: Required (Enhanced) Are you a skilled and passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role that fits around school hours? We are seeking experienced and motivated chefs to join our team, preparing nutritious and delicious meals for students in schools across Leicestershire Key Responsibil click apply for full job details
Jun 22, 2026
Seasonal
Job Opportunity: School Chef - Across Leicestershire Location: Leicestershire Pay Rate: From £16.00 per hour DBS Check: Required (Enhanced) Are you a skilled and passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role that fits around school hours? We are seeking experienced and motivated chefs to join our team, preparing nutritious and delicious meals for students in schools across Leicestershire Key Responsibil click apply for full job details
Role: Business Development Chef Salary: Excellent Salary / Package plus Great Benefits Location: Bristol / Bath / Swindon At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. As an organisation we are 900+ sites, with continued growth year on year. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Business Development Chef to join the Chapter One team. Reporting to our Food Director you will joining a growing Food team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. What you will be doing Sales Presentations & Business Retention Preparing and presenting in their region (and supporting neighbouring presentations.) Retention supporting with added value and business retention presentations Including auditing and development plans for the sites. Deliver a centre of excellence For each brand support and develop the food offer (in line with the Brand Standards) Implement a PVR Highest standards of Health and Safety, and food safety. Hosting schools that are struggling to maintain standards to develop teams. Mobilisation support doing site visits and driving brand standard audits. Identifying Talent Building a team to support with presentations. Pipelining future talent in the business and supporting growth from the Regional Support Chefs. Food Development Pressure testing recipes. Localising the offer to fit the needs of the business to ensure local sales are not being missed due to regional demands. Hospitality cover/support driving more sales in this area. What we are looking for Formal culinary qualification NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent with 3 years experience in a similar role. Computer literate, Microsoft office programmes (Word, Excel, & Powerpoint), alongside our Catering management systems. A strong understanding of menu/concept development, cost controls and operations. Excellent leadership, communication (both in person and on email and teams), and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance. What We d Love to Give You Competitive salary Bonus payable upon team hitting target 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details 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 we supply the cost for. We are a 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.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Role: Business Development Chef Salary: Excellent Salary / Package plus Great Benefits Location: Bristol / Bath / Swindon At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. As an organisation we are 900+ sites, with continued growth year on year. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Business Development Chef to join the Chapter One team. Reporting to our Food Director you will joining a growing Food team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. What you will be doing Sales Presentations & Business Retention Preparing and presenting in their region (and supporting neighbouring presentations.) Retention supporting with added value and business retention presentations Including auditing and development plans for the sites. Deliver a centre of excellence For each brand support and develop the food offer (in line with the Brand Standards) Implement a PVR Highest standards of Health and Safety, and food safety. Hosting schools that are struggling to maintain standards to develop teams. Mobilisation support doing site visits and driving brand standard audits. Identifying Talent Building a team to support with presentations. Pipelining future talent in the business and supporting growth from the Regional Support Chefs. Food Development Pressure testing recipes. Localising the offer to fit the needs of the business to ensure local sales are not being missed due to regional demands. Hospitality cover/support driving more sales in this area. What we are looking for Formal culinary qualification NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent with 3 years experience in a similar role. Computer literate, Microsoft office programmes (Word, Excel, & Powerpoint), alongside our Catering management systems. A strong understanding of menu/concept development, cost controls and operations. Excellent leadership, communication (both in person and on email and teams), and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance. What We d Love to Give You Competitive salary Bonus payable upon team hitting target 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details 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 we supply the cost for. We are a 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.
Recruiting Temporary Chefs - Immediate Opportunities Available - Hertfordshire / Essex & North London We are currently recruiting all grades of temporary chefs for ongoing assignments within care homes, nursing homes, schools, and educational establishments across: Hertfordshire Essex North London Positions Available Head Chef Chef Manager Sous Chef Chef de Partie Relief Chef Cook / Assistant Cook Pay Rates £17.00 - £20.00 per hour (depending on role, experience, and location) - rates are in line with current temporary chef opportunities across schools and care settings in the region. Requirements Right to work in the UK Previous experience in schools, care homes, nursing homes, or contract catering Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum) Enhanced DBS (preferred or willing to obtain) Reliable and professional approach Own transport advantageous but not essential What We Offer Flexible temporary assignments Weekly pay Full-time and part-time opportunities Monday-Sunday shifts available Weekend and ongoing care home placements Competitive hourly rates and regular work opportunities To apply, please send your CV and availability details. Immediate starts available for suitable candidates. Covering Hertfordshire, Essex, and North London.
Jun 22, 2026
Seasonal
Recruiting Temporary Chefs - Immediate Opportunities Available - Hertfordshire / Essex & North London We are currently recruiting all grades of temporary chefs for ongoing assignments within care homes, nursing homes, schools, and educational establishments across: Hertfordshire Essex North London Positions Available Head Chef Chef Manager Sous Chef Chef de Partie Relief Chef Cook / Assistant Cook Pay Rates £17.00 - £20.00 per hour (depending on role, experience, and location) - rates are in line with current temporary chef opportunities across schools and care settings in the region. Requirements Right to work in the UK Previous experience in schools, care homes, nursing homes, or contract catering Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum) Enhanced DBS (preferred or willing to obtain) Reliable and professional approach Own transport advantageous but not essential What We Offer Flexible temporary assignments Weekly pay Full-time and part-time opportunities Monday-Sunday shifts available Weekend and ongoing care home placements Competitive hourly rates and regular work opportunities To apply, please send your CV and availability details. Immediate starts available for suitable candidates. Covering Hertfordshire, Essex, and North London.
Relief Chefs Needed in Wigan - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Jun 22, 2026
Seasonal
Relief Chefs Needed in Wigan - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates Opportunity to work in diverse and rewarding environments Own transport is a plus, but most locations are easily accessible via public transport Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Deputy Group Chef Location: Field-based across St Albans, Potters Bar & Borehamwood with Head Office based at Mundells, Welwyn Garden City Salary: £33,853 - £35,285 pro rata Hours: 35 hours per week Schedule: Term Time (inc. inset days), 39 working weeks per year Reports to: Group Chef HCL are leading contract caterers with a focus on school feeding. We have a commitment to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and engaging food experiences for children and staff across our primary schools, secondary schools, and commercial sites. We pride ourselves on our dynamic culture and our commitment to excellence. The Deputy Group Chef plays a critical role in ensuring kitchens remain fully staffed, operational, and deliver high-quality food and service safely across multiple education sites. This position supports the Group Chef by managing the mobile workforce, supporting compliance with food safety and operational standards, and assisting with kitchen mobilisations and community engagement activities. Key Responsibilities for Deputy Group Chef Workforce Planning & Deployment Assist with the deployment of a mobile catering team, to ensure kitchens remain fully staffed. Help plan rotas, coordinate cover, and work alongside with Group Chef to anticipate staffing needs. People Management Work in partnership with the Group Chef to support and develop a mobile workforce, including line management responsibilities. Assist with training, performance, and absence management, ensuring HR compliance. Operational Support Provide hands-on kitchen support when needed, maintain food quality standards, and monitor performance (food cost, labour, waste). Support site engagement activities and digital systems. Compliance & Safety Ensure high standards in Food Safety, Health & Safety, and allergen management across all sites. Recruitment & Retention Assist with the recruitment and retention of mobile team members, contributing to wider site recruitment and engagement initiatives. Mobilisation Support Assist with new site set-ups and transitions, including equipment, onboarding, and systems implementation. About You as a Deputy Group Chef Experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager (multi-site/mobile preferred) Strong leadership and team management skills Solid knowledge of food safety, H&S, and allergens Organised, adaptable, and able to work across multiple locations Passionate about food quality and customer service Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel Apply Now If you're a proactive Deputy Group Chef who enjoys working alongside senior leadership, supporting teams, and upholding high standards while delivering great food and customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Deputy Group Chef Location: Field-based across St Albans, Potters Bar & Borehamwood with Head Office based at Mundells, Welwyn Garden City Salary: £33,853 - £35,285 pro rata Hours: 35 hours per week Schedule: Term Time (inc. inset days), 39 working weeks per year Reports to: Group Chef HCL are leading contract caterers with a focus on school feeding. We have a commitment to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and engaging food experiences for children and staff across our primary schools, secondary schools, and commercial sites. We pride ourselves on our dynamic culture and our commitment to excellence. The Deputy Group Chef plays a critical role in ensuring kitchens remain fully staffed, operational, and deliver high-quality food and service safely across multiple education sites. This position supports the Group Chef by managing the mobile workforce, supporting compliance with food safety and operational standards, and assisting with kitchen mobilisations and community engagement activities. Key Responsibilities for Deputy Group Chef Workforce Planning & Deployment Assist with the deployment of a mobile catering team, to ensure kitchens remain fully staffed. Help plan rotas, coordinate cover, and work alongside with Group Chef to anticipate staffing needs. People Management Work in partnership with the Group Chef to support and develop a mobile workforce, including line management responsibilities. Assist with training, performance, and absence management, ensuring HR compliance. Operational Support Provide hands-on kitchen support when needed, maintain food quality standards, and monitor performance (food cost, labour, waste). Support site engagement activities and digital systems. Compliance & Safety Ensure high standards in Food Safety, Health & Safety, and allergen management across all sites. Recruitment & Retention Assist with the recruitment and retention of mobile team members, contributing to wider site recruitment and engagement initiatives. Mobilisation Support Assist with new site set-ups and transitions, including equipment, onboarding, and systems implementation. About You as a Deputy Group Chef Experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager (multi-site/mobile preferred) Strong leadership and team management skills Solid knowledge of food safety, H&S, and allergens Organised, adaptable, and able to work across multiple locations Passionate about food quality and customer service Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel Apply Now If you're a proactive Deputy Group Chef who enjoys working alongside senior leadership, supporting teams, and upholding high standards while delivering great food and customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Blue Arrow Spalding is on the lookout for passionate, reliable chefs to join our growing team. Whether you are looking to increase your income, gain flexibility, or enjoy variety in your work, Blue Arrow offers opportunities designed to fit around you. We are looking for chefs to work in a range of environments including: schools, care homes, hospitals, leisure, and more. What's in It for You? Flexible shifts - choose when and where you work Competitive hourly pay - paid weekly ( 16- 20 per hour, paid weekly) A wide variety of venues - hotels, restaurants, contract catering, events & more Ongoing work opportunities with a trusted UK-wide agency Who Are We Looking For? We'd love to hear from you if you if: Have previous experience as a Chef (CDP, Sous, Head Chef or equivalent) Can step into different kitchen environments with confidence Hold a Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate (or are willing to obtain one) Are reliable, professional, and passionate about great food Have the right to work in the UK If you can drive, and/or have a DBS, that is an advantage. Typical Duties Include: Preparing fresh, high-quality meals to spec Supporting kitchen teams during busy services Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards Adapting quickly to new menus and kitchen setups Location: Spalding & surrounding areas Why Blue Arrow? Blue Arrow is one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists in hospitality and catering. We pride ourselves on matching great chefs with great opportunities - offering flexibility, consistency, and ongoing support every step of the way. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Jun 22, 2026
Seasonal
Blue Arrow Spalding is on the lookout for passionate, reliable chefs to join our growing team. Whether you are looking to increase your income, gain flexibility, or enjoy variety in your work, Blue Arrow offers opportunities designed to fit around you. We are looking for chefs to work in a range of environments including: schools, care homes, hospitals, leisure, and more. What's in It for You? Flexible shifts - choose when and where you work Competitive hourly pay - paid weekly ( 16- 20 per hour, paid weekly) A wide variety of venues - hotels, restaurants, contract catering, events & more Ongoing work opportunities with a trusted UK-wide agency Who Are We Looking For? We'd love to hear from you if you if: Have previous experience as a Chef (CDP, Sous, Head Chef or equivalent) Can step into different kitchen environments with confidence Hold a Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate (or are willing to obtain one) Are reliable, professional, and passionate about great food Have the right to work in the UK If you can drive, and/or have a DBS, that is an advantage. Typical Duties Include: Preparing fresh, high-quality meals to spec Supporting kitchen teams during busy services Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards Adapting quickly to new menus and kitchen setups Location: Spalding & surrounding areas Why Blue Arrow? Blue Arrow is one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists in hospitality and catering. We pride ourselves on matching great chefs with great opportunities - offering flexibility, consistency, and ongoing support every step of the way. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
