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Chef Role Maternity Cover

Woolhampton, England, gbFull-time£27k2026-10-20 → 2026-11-11

Core

Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, manage mise en place, and ensure smooth service at Elstree School.

Role type

Senior Chef (Maternity Cover)

Builds

Daily meals and special events for school children

Domain

School catering / Contract catering

Required skills

Food safety compliance, allergen control, menu planning, team motivation, mise en place management, event support

Preferred skills

Sous Chef or Chef de Partie experience, contract catering background, independent education or high-profile business experience, baking and pastry experience

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Support Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, motivate team to deliver high standards, ensure food safety and allergen controls, contribute to menu planning, manage mise en place, support events and functions

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC